Comex 2016 highlights
Comex 2016 is happening at Suntec Singapore from today September 8th to the 11th. Want to know what are some of the products and deals that caught our eye when we combed the three giant show floors earlier today? Well, you've come to the right place. Don't go to Comex without reading this!
Comex 2016 - It's time to buy, buy, buy again!
Happening from September 8 to 11 at Suntec Singapore Levels 3, 4, and 6, Comex is the place to be at if you want to fulfill your home entertainment, lifestyle electronics, office equipment, and travel technology shopping needs. From the same folks who brought you IT Shows, Comex 2016 officially opens from 11am for Level 3, and 12pm for Level 4 and 6 until 9pm each day. As always, admission is free.
Other than going from booth to booth looking for deals, there are a lot of other activities you can take part in at the tech show, including checking out the latest gadgets at the Tech Showcase area, trying out some new games at the Gamex zone. You can also take part in the Booth Babes Selfie Contest to stand a chance to win a total of S$1,000 in cash. For more details on the various activities at Comex 2016, check out this article.
PC Dreams is also back at Comex to handle the trade-in process. So if you've old laptops, tablets, smartphones, PCs (non-DIY ones), monitors, and TVs lying around, you might want to trade them in to help finance your Comex spending. In addition, Digital Hospital (part of PC Dreams) is giving away a free 6-month Data Shield basic data protection and recovery package to those who buy a laptop, desktop, smartphone, or tablet at Comex 2016 from Acer, ASUS, Dell, HP, Lenovo, and MSI. So don't forget to claim yours before leaving Suntec. Lastly, if you need help installing an SSD or RAM module, the experts from Digital Hospital are also available to do the upgrade for you at a small fee. For more details about these services, check out this article.
Comex 2016 shopping resources
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Now without further ado, here are the hottest products and deals that caught our attention at the show floors.
Acer
The Acer Switch Alpha 2-in-1 convertible notebook features a 12-inch, 10-point touchscreen display, with a resolution of 2,160 x 1,440 pixels. Its marquee feature is the Acer LiquidLoop cooling technology sans active cooling fans. The device is powered by either an Intel “Skylake” Core i7-6500U mobile CPU or an Intel Core i5-6200U chip, coupled with 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM. The storage options include either a 256- or a 512GB SSD. There’s a single USB 3.1 Gen 1, Type-C reversible port that will allow connectivity of up to 5Gbps for supported devices. The Acer Switch Alpha weighs about 1.2kg (with keyboard), and boasts of a battery life of up to 8 hours! It is priced from $1,498 (from U.P. $1,698).
The Acer Aspire V5-591G notebook features a 6th generation Intel Core i7-6700HQ CPU, and supports up to 16GB of DDR4 system memory. The notebook features a 15.6" full HD display and has a 1TB HDD and a 96GB SSD. Its discrete NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950M graphics chipset can handle some casual desktop gaming. It operates on 64-bit Windows 10 Home, and is priced at $1,498 (U.P. $1,698)
The 13.3-inch Acer Aspire S 13 notebook is another perennial show favorite; it’s powered by either a Intel Core i5-6200U or Core i7-6500U processor, with 8GB of LPDDR3 RAM. Its LED TFT display has a maximum resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels, and comes in two variants; one that supports 10-point, multi-touch capabilities, and one that doesn’t. It sports a 512 SSD for storage, and has a Type-C USB 3.1 Gen 1 port for connectivity. It comes in two colors; obsidian black and white. The black variant features non-touchscreen display, and has a show price of $1,398 (U.P. $1,598), and the white model has the touchscreen display, and it retails at $1,498 (U.P. $1,698)
The Acer Predator G9 is a 15.6-inch gaming notebook with an Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 128GB SSD and 1TB HDD. It may not come with one of NVIDIA’s new 10-series cards, but it still packs a GeForce GTX 970M, which is fairly decent in its own right, especially given its 1,920 x 1,080-pixel display. It is backed by a three-year warranty, and you can get it at $2,698, down from $3,898 usually. In addition, you’ll get a free Predator gaming backpack and a SteelSeries mouse and mousepad.
This Acer T232HL is a 23-inch full HD monitor with IPS technology. Unlike most monitors, it's a touchscreen that supports multi-touch, so it works great with Windows 10. It supports VGA and HDMI connectivity, and has a built-in USB 3.0 hub. Going for $399 at Comex.
AC Ryan
This funky looking box is the Veolo 4K+, a new UHD media player from AC Ryan. Powered by a Cortex A53 quad-core 2GHz processor with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage, it's capable of true 4K decoding. It also sports 3 USB ports. Going for $199 (U.P: $299) and you get a free Veo Navigator. First 50 Citi cardmembers also get a $10 AC Ryan voucher.
Aftershock
For those looking for an affordable gaming desktop, the Aftershock Zeal may be right up your alley. It is powered by an Intel Core i5-6500 processor, 8GB of DDR4 RAM, and a Zotac GeForce GTX 1060 3GB card. You’ll also get a free upgrade to a 120GB SSD and 1TB Toshiba HDD, and a copy of anti-virus software. It is selling at just $1,376, down from $1,475 usually.
The Aftershock S-15 is one of the company’s most popular options, and for good reason. The S-15 has been updated with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 graphics card, and features an Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 120GB SSD and 1TB HDD. The 15.6-inch IPS display has a modest resolution of 1,920 x 1,080 pixels, which is hardly a challenge for the GeForce GTX 1070. It can be yours for just $2,665, down from $3,033 usually. Aftershock is bundling it with a bunch of freebies as well, including a professional color calibration service, an Aftershock M7 gaming headset, and a Paragon Game Ready pack.
Then there’s the workstation-class Aftershock W-17s, which will tear through pretty much anything you throw at it. It features a desktop Intel Core i7-6700K processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 card. For storage, it has a 120GB SSD and 1TB HDD. The 17.3-inch 1,920 x 1,080-pixel IPS display even supports NVIDIA G-Sync for a smoother gaming experience. You can get it for $3,980, or over $300 off its usual $4,338 price tag. It also comes with a free anti-virus software, a professional color calibration service, an Aftershock M7 gaming headset, and a Paragon Game Ready pack.
Alienware / Dell
The Alienware Aurora R5 can be configured with a wide range of the most powerful graphics options available on the market today. The starting configuration comes with an Intel Core i7-6700 processor, 16GB of RAM, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070, and a 1TB HDD. It comes with a pre-installed one-year subscription to McAfee LiveSafe as well. It costs $2,699, but for $3,999 and $4,999, you’ll be able to upgrade to either an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 or 1080 SLI respectively (and also 32GB of RAM and more storage).
On the notebook front, there’s the Alienware 15, which comes equipped with an Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, 8GB of memory, and a 1TB HDD. Alienware recently refreshed its 13- to 17-inch notebook line-up, so this is a chance to pick up a previous generation notebook more cheaply. The Alienware 15 comes with one-year of premium support that includes on-site service and accidental damage coverage, in addition to a one-year McAfee LiveSafe subscription and free Alienware Vindicator backpack. It costs $1,999, compared to $2,299 usually.
The Dell Inspiron 3000, priced at $799, features an Intel Core i5-6400 “Skylake” CPU, with 4GB of system memory. Its discrete NVIDIA GeForce GT 705 graphics card offers video connectivity options of a dual-link DVI-I port, a HDMI connector, and a D-Sub port. Do note the maximum resolution supported by the card maxes out at 2,560 x 1,080 pixels; however, the Dell system doesn’t come with a bundled display. It does come with a 1-year subscription to McAfee LiveSafe, and a 1-year InHome Service.
The Dell Inspiron 13 5000 2-in-1 convertible features a 13.3-inch FHD touchscreen. It sports a 6th-gen Intel Core i5-6200U processor, with 8GB of system memory. Its 1TB HDD handles storage while its graphics processing is handled by the CPU’s onboard Intel HD Graphics 520 graphics core. It is priced at $1,099 (U.P. $1,199), and comes with a 1-year ProSupport warranty.
The ever popular Dell XPS 13 ultrabook features an Intel Core i5-6560U processor, 8GB of RAM, and a 256GB SSD. The touchscreen, 13.3-inch, edge-to-edge display has a max resolution of 3,200 x 1,800 pixels; there’s also another variant with a non- touchscreen display. The Dell XPS 13 is going for $2,299, with a 1-year ProSupport warranty and accidental damage coverage. Other free gifts include a 1-year subscription to McAfee LiveSafe, a wireless Bluetooth speaker, and a Dell Type-C to VGA adapter.
The Dell S2316H is a very affordable 23-inch 1080p monitor. It uses an IPS panel, sports integrated speakers, and supports HDMI and VGA connectivity. All for just $169 at Comex.
The new Dell U2717D is a 27-inch monitor with a QHD (2,560 x 1,440) resolution. It comes with plenty of connectivity options, including HDMI/MHL, mini-DisplayPort, and DisplayPort. It also has a built-in USB 3.0 hub and a height-adjustable stand that you can also tilt and swivel. Usually goes for $1,027, but you can get it at Comex for $739.
AOC
This AOC I2476VWM6 is a 23.6-inch full HD monitor that uses IPS panel tech for vibrant colors and wide viewing angles. Going for just $199 at Comex, and comes with a free HDMI cable.
Apple
The iPad Mini 4 is the thinnest and lightest tablet Apple has ever made, and it also has a more powerful processor and much better display than the iPad Mini 3. Grab one from Nubox starting at $548 and get a free tempered glass screen protector, case, USB stand and fan.
Read our full review of the Apple iPad Mini 4 here.
Apple's latest iPad takes all of the features of the 12-inch iPad Pro and puts them into a more standard 9.7-inch form factor. The iPad Pro 9.7 is also equipped with the same rear camera you'll find in the iPhone 6s, complete with a true tone dual-LED flash module! Get one from Epicentre starting at just S$898 and receive a free JustMust Folio Case, iWorld Screen Film, TechM 20,000mAh power bank, UiiSii C100 Monster Earpiece with Mic, TechM stand, TechM bluetooth speaker and Devia travel kit (total worth $439).
Read our full review of the Apple iPad Pro 9.7 here.
ASUS
The 15.6-inch ASUS ROG Strix GL502 is the first ROG Strix notebook from ASUS. Clad in striking neon orange highlights, it is one of the slimmer gaming notebooks out there and packs an Intel Core i7-6700HQ processor, an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB graphics card, and up to 16GB of DDR4 RAM. For storage, you get a 128GB SSD and 1TB HDD. ASUS is bundling it with a free backpack, gaming headset, and mouse. It can be yours for $2,498. Alternatively, a more powerful version equipped with a GeForce GTX 1070 can be had at $2,698.
For something a little larger and powerful, there’s always the ASUS ROG G752, a 17.3-inch beast that comes with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070. It is equipped with an overclockable Intel Core i7-6820HK processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 3,840 x 2,160-pixel IPS display. You can get it at $4,298, together with a free upgrade to 32GB of RAM. In addition, you’ll receive a one-year anti-virus subscription, an ROG gaming headset and hoodie, a mouse, and a backpack. ASUS is also throwing in $115 of in-game value in Paragon, Epic Games’ new MOBA game.
If you’ve got your eye on a compact gaming desktop, there’s always the ASUS ROG G20, which comes equipped with NVIDIA’s new GeForce GTX 1070 Pascal GPU. It features an Intel Core i7-6700 processor, 16GB of DDR4 RAM, and a 256GB SSD and 2TB HDD. That’s plenty of power in a 9.5L chassis, and for $2,598, you can get it with a free ROG hoodie, a copy of World of Warships, and six months of Data Shield protection. It also comes bundled with a backlit keyboard and mouse.
The ASUS ZenBook UX330UA is a stylish 13.3-inch notebook that tips the scale at 1.2kg, with a thin profile that measures only 13.5mm thick. Launched at Comex today, the ASUS notebook is priced from $1,498, and it features processors from the 6th-gen “Skylake” Intel Core series; an Intel Core i7-6500U, or a Core i5-6200 chip. The notebook supports up to 8GB of SDRAM, for its display, the widescreen IPS LED screen comes in two different screen resolutions; 3,200 x 1,800 pixels (QHD+), and 1,920 x 1,080 pixels (FHD). The ZenBook UX330UA features a 512GB M.2 SSD, and it runs on the 64-bit version of Windows 10 Home.
The ASUS K20CD-SG017T is a sleek and stylish-looking desktop PC that is ideal for a typical SOHO setup. It’s powered by the 6th-gen Intel Core i7-6700 CPU, with 8GB of DDR4 RAM. Storage is handled by its a 128GB SSD, and a 1TB HDD. It sports a discrete NVIDIA GeForce GT 730 graphics card, and runs on Windows 10 Home (64-bit). It retails at $1,298, and ships with a wireless keyboard and mouse bundle. As a Comex show special, the free gifts include a 6-month free Data Shield protection package, a Strontium 64GB microSD card (worth $45), and 100GB ASUS WebStorage that is valid for 1 year.
The ZenFone 3 is ASUS' newest smartphone and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor with 3 or 4GB RAM. The phone has a 5.5-inch Full HD display and runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Pick up the 3GB/32GB storage version for $398, and the 4GB/64GB storage version for $498.
Read our full review of the ASUS ZenFone 3 here.
You won't find any display models on the show floor, but ASUS' new ZenPad 3 8.0 is available to buy. This 7.9-inch tablet has a 2,048 x 1,536 pixels resolution LED display and is powered by a hexa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 processor on Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Grab it at Comex for $499 and get an ASUS ZenWatch 2 for just $199 (usual price: $249)
The ASUS ROG Swift PG279Q is a 27-inch IPS monitor with a 2,560 x 1,440-pixel resolution. It supports G-Sync and has a 165Hz refresh rate. Going for $1,309 and comes with free HDMI cable and World of Warship in-game items.
The ASUS ROG Swift PG248Q is a new arrival. A 24-inch, 2,560 x 1,440-pixel gaming monitor that supports NVIDIA G-Sync, has a 1ms response time, and can be overclocked to 180Hz, it's going for $859 at Comex, and comes with free World of Warship in-game items.
Read our ASUS RT-AC5300 router review here.
Audio-Technica
Aztech
Beats
BenQ
Bose
Find out more about the SoundLink III here, and read our news about the SoundLink Mini II here.
Brother
Canon
Casio
Read more about the EX-FR100 here and the EX-FR10 here.
Creative
Find out more about the iRoar Go here, and read our review for the iRoar here. You can also find out more about the Roar Pro here.
D-Link
Epson
Fitbit
Fujifilm
Find out more about the X-A2 here, and the XQ1 here.
Fuji Xerox
Garmin
Gigabyte
HP
Huawei
Innovative
Jabra
Jaybird
Kingston
Klipsch
LaCie
Lenovo
LG
Read our full review of the LG G5 here.
Linksys
Read our Linksys EA9500 router review here.
Read our Linksys EA8500 router review here.
Read our Linksys WRT1900AC router review here.
Logitech / UE
You can find out more about the UE Boom 2 here, and the new social dj feature for all UE Boom speakers (including the Megaboom) here.
M1
Microsoft
MSI
MyRepublic
Netgear
Nikon
Find out more about the D3300 here, and read about the D5500 and Coolpix P900 here and here.
Olympus
Read up more on the Olympus OM-D E-M10 here, and read our review of the Pen-F here. You can also read up on the Tough TG-4 here.
Onkyo
Oppo
Philips
Plantronics
Prolink
Razer
Samsung
Read our full review of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 here.
Read our full review of the Samsung Galaxy Gear S2 here.
All three soundbars come with a free Blu-Ray player (BD-J4500R) when you purchase them at the show.
Seagate
Secretlab
Sennheiser
Singtel
Sonos
You can read up more about the new Play:5 speaker here, and more about the Play:3 here.
Sony
You can hit this link to read more on the A7 II, and more about the DSC-RX100 III here. Hit this link for more on the A6000.
Read our full review of the Sony Xperia X here.
Read our full review of the Sony SmartWatch 3 here.
StarHub
SteelSeries
Synology
TomTom
Toshiba
TP-Link
Read our TP-Link Archer C3200 router review here.
Transcend
ViewQwest
ViewSonic
WD
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