Singapore’s longest running electronics and IT show is back on its 23rd year, and in a new location this time. Spread out across Singapore Expo’s Halls 5 and 6, it is home to over 600 retailers this weekend touting the biggest bargains of the year.
Expect the usual suspects like Acer, Dell, Fujifilm and Samsung to make a strong showing. Not to be outdone are newcomers like Aftershock PC, WiSOL Singapore and Astell Asia – each with their own nifty little gadgets at great prices.
But here’s the thing: We all know these IT shows attract geeks by the hoardes (they were waiting outside the doors an hour before it officially opened) and getting around might be a hassle. Fear not, we’ve done the legwork. Whether it’s a new camera, desktop or a robotic vaccum cleaner, we’ve got some the best deals and new gadgets that’ll fit every budget.
Lenovo IdeaCentre Horizon
$2899 Booth 6019
This table PC (yes, that’s spelled right) is a touch screen 27-incher that can go flat for tabletop games – think Monopoly and table hockey. And the best part: Once you’re done, tilt it back up on its stand and you’re all set for a powerful desktop experience.
Neato XV-12
$739 Booth 5084
It may not be much of a looker but it’s definitely one of the smartest robotic vacuum cleaners thanks to laser mapping (a world first) and infrared lights to scan the room. No bumping into walls, scurrying in circles or falling off stairs – this one’s not to be messed with.
Canon PowerShot N
$399 Booth 6014
While most cameras are predictably rectangular, Canon’s latest is a cute square-shaped gizmo with a touch panel screen that can be folded out. Launched just in time for the PC show, it is one of the cheaper wifi-enabled cameras currently in the market.
A.C Ryan Veolo2
$279 Booth 5088
It may not be amongst the most well-known tech companies but this maker holds its own for a highly affordable media hub that you can plug in to your TV set. Browse the internet, share photos and stream music – best of all, it runs on Adroid 4.1 Jelly Bean so all your familiar apps are just a point and click away.
Acer’s Aspire S7 Ultrabook
Booth 6013
Those looking for a new laptop would be pleased to know that many of Taiwanese hardware mogul’s offerings are going at $200 less than the standard retail price. On its promotions list are the Aspire S7 Ultrabook series (from $1589), the Aspire V5 Touch Notebook series (from $899) – and if it’s horsepower you’re after, check out the Aspire ZS600 All-in-One Desktop (from $1099).
Epicentre
Booth 6020
With so many Windows and Android promotions, Apple diehards are not left in the lurch as Epicentre bundles up discounted Macbooks with software upgrades and hardware freebies worth as much as $799. Who needs their online store when your new Mac could come with ramped up RAM, printers and even bluetooth speakers.
