New Zealanders attend post-pandemic concert after ‘crushing the curve’

Jan 17 2021 Share

While the rest of the world may be smack bang in the middle of a pandemic, New Zealanders have had a more pleasant start to 2021 as revellers attended NZ’s biggest outdoor concert since the start of the pandemic.

Thousands of citizens headed to Waitangi for a concert held by Six60 as the country registered 76 cases of COVID-19 since January 15, with the total infection count at 2,246.

New Zealand’s handling of the virus has been described as ‘crushing the curve’ by the World Health Organisation and Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has been commended for her performance in handling the pandemic.

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Samsung launches Galaxy S21 series

Jan 17 2021 Share

Samsung introduced Galaxy S21,  Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra, the latest flagship devices that empower you to express yourself. Made for the way we live now, Galaxy S21 Series 5G is loaded with state-of-the-art innovations so you can make the most of every moment. The new flagship series debuts a head-turning, iconic design, an epic pro-grade camera for users of any skill level and the most advanced processor ever in a Galaxy device. And each device offers the connectivity, power and performance that only Samsung can deliver

With a bold new style, Galaxy S21 is built for expression. Galaxy S21 was designed for those who want a light design and compact 6.2-inch display. Galaxy S21+ sports an expanded 6.7-inch display and a larger battery, perfect for marathon gamers and binge-watchers.

Galaxy S21 Ultra is the largest member of the Galaxy S21 series with a 6.8-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display2. It is our most intelligent screen yet.

All the versions offers similar software prowess but the S21 and S21+ have smaller display and batteries, one less camera lens and no S-Pen support.

The Galaxy S21 series introduces an all-new, iconic Contour Cut Camera housing that seamlessly blends into the device’s metal frame for a sleek, yet striking, aesthetic. Each device is coated with a luxurious haze finish on the back for a sophisticated look and feel.

Galaxy S21 continues Samsung’s legendary camera heritage with pro-grade enhancements and video innovations that enable users of every skill level to get the best shot. Whether you’re recording your puppy’s first encounter with a mirror, chronicling series game night antics or documenting spectacular views on a week-long road trip, Galaxy S21 have you covered. Just point, shoot and let Galaxy S21 do the heavy lifting — so you can capture the moment before it’s gone.

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Pre-Order your Samsung Galaxy S21 from any Sound Machine outlet or online from soundmachine.com.mt by 28th January and you will receive a Free gift set consisting of a pair of Galaxy Buds and the new Galaxy Smart Tag!

Apple is reportedly developing new ‘Apple Glasses’ which can unlock all Apple devices

Jan 16 2021 Share

Apple is reportedly developing ‘Apple Glasses’ which can unlock a users apple devices which are in close proximity.

Apple had applied for this patent in 2019 and is proposed to be able to unlock a device using actions such as spatial orientation, voice command and body or eye gesture.

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2020 marked the most excess deaths in the UK since WWII

Jan 16 2021 Share

The UK has registered the highest number of excess death rates since WWII.

697,000 deaths were recorded last year, 91,000 more than the average over the past 5 years.

Richard Murray, chief executive of The King’s Fund, said that,

“The UK has one of the highest rates of excess deaths in the world, with more excess deaths per million people than most other European countries or the US. It will take a public inquiry to determine exactly what went wrong, but mistakes have been made.”

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