Ninetology projects revenue of RM380 million for 2014
SEPANG, 20 MARCH 2014 – Ninetology Malaysia, the ASEAN mobile device technology company, announced RM180 million in revenue with 12% mobile device market share in Malaysia as of December 2013. The brand also unveiled its strategy and key initiatives to further expand across the ASEAN market.
The company established its revenue target of RM380 million by the end of 2014, projected from its expansion plans into Philippines, Thailand and Vietnam, as presented by Sean Ng, Chief Executive Officer of Ninetology ASEAN.
“We have sold over 1 million units to date and have expanded into Indonesia as of September 2013, a partnership with Indonesia’s renowned singer and actress, Agnes Monica. Our devices are powered by Qualcomm® SnapdragonTM mobile processors, a world leader in 3G, 4G and next-generation wireless technologies, to continue our efforts in delivering outstanding value to our consumers, as evident by our results for over the past two years,” said Sean.
“We have humanised our products, which will be the foundation for our business growth and expansion,” he continued. Ninetology states that it would strengthen its Smart Communication project this year. Some of its upcoming efforts will incorporate collaborations with content providers and to implement Cloud –based E-tracking system in devices to produce humanised devices for the public.
In addition, the brand also unveiled its recent AirAsia aircraft livery to mark its ASEAN wide expansion plans and launched its “so WOW for all” campaign which is an ongoing one year project to further expand Ninetology’s reach towards users and partners in the country.
Ninetology will also be investing up to RM5 million, to increase its experiential centres to 9 other locations across Malaysia by 2015 as part of their expansion plan in the country.
Both Ninetology and Qualcomm’s partnership is expected be the key driver for their ASEAN expansion plans and development, such as its upcoming LTE mobile device, which is expected to be announced soon.
For more information about Ninetology, visit www.ninetology.com.
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Thursday, March 20, 2014
Ninetology and Qualcomm Unveil their AirAsia Aircraft Livery Marking an ASEAN Wide Expansion Initiative
Sunday, November 24, 2013
ASEAN MOBILE COMPANY LEADS IN ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE
Ninetology partners with Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) in phone recycle program
Subang Jaya, 22nd November 2013 – In response to the high number of wastage and pollution due to the high number of disposable mobile phones in the country, Ninetology ASEAN and Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) has formed an exclusive mobile recycling program, the Smart Ecology 2, to reduce this damaging effects on the environment. MNS acknowledges Ninetology as catalyst in taking leadership with the phone recycling program in the country. As well as taking a stand to make a difference in the environment.
Before this, users looking to upgrade their phones do not have a platform to “contribute” back to saving the environment. However, with this new initiative, users looking to upgrade their current mobile phones will now have a channel to patron when they get their new phones by trading in their old phones.
These old phones will be gathered by MNS and its Recycle for Nature team, in which will then be disposed or recycled via the Green Recycling method. The respective parts of each device will be segregated respectively to be repaired then re-used for future new devices.
“It is never smart to have accumulating unused devices in almost every corner of our very own homes as it gives more harm than any good in the long run, especially when new smart phones are launched every other day. Hence, our initiative of Smart Ecology 2 with MNS to provides the platform for people who are looking into upgrading their phones, a chance to contribute back to the environment,” Sean Ng, CEO of Ninetology ASEAN.
In a way to encourage and motivate users to recycle their old phones, the Smart Ecology 2 program offers rebates of up to RM200 to users who trade-in their old mobile phones. All they need to do is to sign-up at ninetology.com/echannel before the new purchase.
At the same time, in order to educate the younger generation and instil environmental values, RM150 rebates are given to students and youth (up to age 30) on their new Ninetology smartphone purchase - without any trade-in request.
There are a total of 7 models that are selected to be part of this initiative. Currently, three models are included in the program - the U9R1, Stealth II, and Insight, with the U9R1 being the beacon model for the Smart Ecology 2 program. This model is the latest environmental friendly quad core smartphone with battery saving feature, and is built with only 7.8mm of thinness.
Joining the fray eventually will be another 4 models – which will be unveiled at 9pm, 2nd December 2013.
*Smart Ecology 2 runs from November 2013 until 31st January 2014.
Ninetology与马来西亚自然协会（MNS）联手合作手机回收计划
雪邦2013年11月22日讯 -为了应对由于丢弃手机在国内造成的大量靡费和污染，Ninetology东盟和马来西亚自然协会（MNS）经已联手推动手机回收计划--智能生态2，以减少丢弃手机对环境造成的破坏。 MNS赞赏Ninetology此次对国家所作出的贡献，不仅成为该行业的催化剂，并且首创领导此手机回收计划，为生活环境带来更美好的一面。
在此之前，希望升级手机的用户并没有平台让他们“贡献”及拯救环境。因此，这一项新举措，可让他们在购买新手机时交易旧手机。
这些旧手机将由MNS及其自然回收团队通过绿色回收方法进行处置或回收收集。每个器件的各部分将被分别及分开进行修理后重新用于往后的新设备。
“在这个手机日新月异的时代，每一户家庭几乎每一个角落皆有累积未使用的电器设备，从长远来看，有害而无益。因此，我们与MNS合作的智能生态2提供了一个平台，让正在不断寻找升级手机的人们，有机会回馈环境，“，Ninetology东盟的首席执行员黄治宪提供说明。
为了鼓励和激励用户回收旧手机，智能生态2计划提供高达200令吉的回扣予以旧手机换新手机的用户。用户只需在购买前到ninetology.com/echannel进行登记即可。
与此同时，为了教育年轻一代及灌输环境价值，凡购买Ninetology智能手机的学生及青少年（最大年龄30岁），皆可享有150令吉的回扣，无须以旧手机进行交易。
共有7款手机被选为该计划的一部分。目前，参与的手机型号包括：U9R1, Stealth II, 及 Insight。U9R1更是智能生态2计划的主要型号。这个型号的手机是最新的环保四核心智能手机及拥有电池节能功能，并且仅7.8毫米薄。
随后加入此计划的另4款型号将在2013年12月2日，晚上9点亮相。
*智能生态2将由2013年11月持续到2014年1月31日。
Monday, September 23, 2013
ST. MARY’S KL ON TRACK TO BE PILOT SCHOOL FOR EDUNATION PROGRAMME
Gets 46 tablets from Corporate Sponsor, Ninetology to support new pedagogical approach for teaching & learning
KUALA LUMPUR, 19. in Kuala Lumpur, September, 2013 - St. Mary’s KL, a government-aided mission school founded in 1912, is set to be the pilot school for the EduNation Programme, Malaysia’s first social media platform dedicated to education. This is made possible with the official hand over of 46 tablets by Ninetology Marketing Sdn. Bhd., an Asean mobile device technology company to the school today.
St. Mary’s KL secondary school currently accommodates 1,243 students with the support of 65 teachers. The school was first located at Jalan Tengah with a subsequent re-location in 1997 to Taman Intan Baiduri, Selayang.
The EduNation Programme is expected to expose students to a new pedagogical approach using technology for teaching and learning. Teaching videos for Mathematics, Science, Economics, Accounting and languages such as English and Bahasa Malaysia as well as an online exercise and test paper can now be conducted on a social media platform so that participating students will be able to practice their comprehension on subjects and concepts.
“Technology advancement moves at a rapid pace. Students’ exposure and hands-on knowledge about the world of Internet and digital media, is critical. In today’s new work environment, high IT knowledge and the know-how of using digital media, should not be limited only for those studying IT as a career option. All of our children need strong skills in IT. From doctors to engineers, lawyers and teachers; we all need these skills. Our children, who in the future will look for employment, will need to, for example, apply for jobs online.
“We are truly thankful that our requests to our Alumni Club has gotten us EduNation and Ninetology, who worked together to make the EduNation Programme a reality,” said Miss Goh Hai Bee, St. Mary’s KL school principal.
The EduNation Programme is the brain child of Mr. Edmond Yap, who sets up EduNation, a volunteer driven organization giving Malaysian students equal access to a free, complete educational ecosystem. His objective is to revolutionize Malaysian education in the digital “EduNation Programme is Malaysia’s first social media platform dedicated to education.
The idea is to enable any student in need of academic assistance to be connected to parents,
teachers, volunteers and fellow students to receive free real time tuition powered by the Malaysian Community,” enthused Mr. Edmond Yap, Chied Education Guy, EduNation.
Ninetology is donating 46 units of its latest tablet model Outlook Pure worth RM599 each,
to the school. The company with the help of the school’s ‘Guru Cemerlang’, conducted a trial run for two weeks and found them to be useful.
“The students were very excited when I use the tablet to teach. They were ecstatic and we notice a new sense of interest in the subject matter,” shared Mr. Chew, ‘Guru Cemerlang’, St. Mary’s School KL .
Mr. Sean Ng, Chief Executive Officer of Ninetology said,” We are delighted to be part of this very meaningful programme. We find the programme to be in line with our very own corporate social responsibility initiative – the Gift of Love & Donation (G.O.L.D). We wish the school and EduNation a great success and hope many more students will benefit from it.”
According to EduNation, there are students who lack access to academic assistance whenthey need it. Either due to economic conditions or demographic conditions, these students are left to fend for themselves.
“EduNation Programme aims to complement the Malaysian Education system. By putting the entire Malaysian school syllabus online, free for all, we will empower every Malaysian regardless of their economic status to excel in school.
“I am happy that St. Mary’s KL is enthusiastic in bringing this programme to reality and offers to pilot this project in improving the school’s education system. Not forgetting corporate sponsors such as Ninetology who came on board with a big heart,” Yap said.
Thursday, August 1, 2013
NINETOLOGY LAUNCHES THE INCREDIBLE QUADCORE U9 SMART PHONE SERIES: HYBRIDS OF ULTIMATE COMMUNICATION AND LIFESTYLE ELEMENTS
Kuala Lumpur, 31 July 2013: Ninetology Marketing Sdn Bhd, an ASEAN mobile device technology company, makes their entry into the Premium Smartphone category with the launch of its U9 series of smartphones. The U9 series unite-as-one power-infused technology and the urbanite profile to present three models, X1, Z1, and Z1+, which are new and stylish devices engineered to meet the human needs of speed, precision and high levels of engagement.
Sean Ng, CEO of Ninetology said, “We are very proud to be in strategic partnership with MediaTek Inc, the leading fabless semiconductor company for wireless communications and digital multimedia solutions. MediaTek’s invaluable support in providing us with high performance and reliable information communications solutions, as well as highly integrated and customised solutions, has significantly shortened our time-to-market, enhanced our product competitiveness, and also bring a better overall user experience.”
Dr Finbarr Moynihan, General Manager of International Sales and Marketing, MediaTek Inc, said, “I am very pleased to see that our strategic collaboration with Ninetology has yet again brought great new Quad-core smartphones, including the U9 X1, Z1, and Z1+ into the ASEAN markets. With MediaTek’s Quad-core MT6589 chipsets inside, these three models are definitely the premium Quad-core smartphones that many customers are able to enjoy.”
“Powered by Android 4.2 and a MediaTek MT6589 1.2GHz Quad-core processor, the U9 series delivers a richer smartphone experience at a competitive price. Customers enjoy access to more than thousands of applications including social network, productivity and utilities, entertainment, and appstore.”
Equipped with 12 and 13 megapixel rear cameras, the U9 smartphones also boasts a ‘Dual Camera’ function that allows simultaneous use of both front and rear cameras. The devices are also equipped with extended camera functionalities including continuous shot (up to 99 shots), smile and face detection, quick panorama, self timer, BEAUTY mode, anti-shake, autofocus, zero shutter delay, fast burst shot and even HD video recording and video effect.
The U9 smartphones are slim and light (X1, 10mm, 160g; Z1, 9.3mm, 191g; Z1+, 9mm, 158g) and it also utilizes Corning’s Gorilla® Glass 2 (Z1 and Z1+), making it a sexy, stylish and durable companion for upbeat lifestyles.
X1 comes in red and black, while Z1, black and Z1+, white. These three models will be available at the recommended retail price of RM1099, RM1199 and RM1299 respectively. The U9 smartphones are available at all major smart phone retailers and at its first flagship corner in Low Yat which will be launched in mid August.
“This is just the beginning,” said Ng. “In the near future, we plan to deliver various segments of smartphones with premium performance tailor-made for the needs of customers.”
“We begin with three models, emphasizing on their respective styles to represent the spirit of U9 in this very launch. The creation of the U9 smartphone series began by focusing on the needs of users, their demands and behaviors, the mobile device trends they favour, alongside the urban concept as the ultimate platform.”
The U9 smartphones ere built to meet three main consumer preferences, which are design, prominent size and premium technology. The best technology solutions were added to complete U9’s product development for user satisfaction.
The Ninetology U9 Series is For You, For Us, and For All. To achieve unity between you and your mobile device technology, get your preferred model - X1, Z1, or Z1+ at the nearest Ninetology dealers today. For more information, please visit http://ninetology.com/u9.
NINETOLOGY推出无与伦比的四核U9智能手机系列：
完美结合终极的通讯便利和生活体验
（吉隆坡2013年7月31日讯）东盟流动配备科技公司Ninetology Marketing Sdn Bhd 隆重推出全新的U9系列智能手机，正式开始进军高级智能手机市场。U9系列拥有功能齐备的尖端技术，以及三种独具都市色彩的动人款式——X1、Z1和 Z1+，其新颖时髦的杰出工艺保证能符合现代人对速度、精确和高使用性的全面需求。都市潮人如今终于可如常所愿，拥有符合生活节奏和潇洒风格的高级四核智能手机了！
Ninetology首席执行员Sean Ng先生表示：“我们非常荣幸能与全球专业IC设计领导厂商联发科技（MediaTek Inc）缔结策略伙伴关系。联发科技在高性能与可靠信息通讯方案，以及高整合与定制方案上所给予我们的宝贵支持，不仅大大缩短和加强了我们旗下产品的面市时间和竞争力，也为使用者带来了更优质的整体体验。”
“在流动配备的市场份额方面，我们如今已是国内的第二大公司。随着U9系列的推出，我们希望能进一步强化Ninetology的市场地位，并在针对都市人的同时为高级智能手机争取更高的市场份额。我们放眼在大马销售80,000部U9系列智能手机。”
联发科技国际销售与市场行销总经理Finbarr Moynihan 博士说：“我非常高兴与Ninetology的策略合作能为东盟市场打造出U9 X1、Z1和 Z1+如此令人震撼的全新四核智能手机。伴随联发科技的四核MT6589内置芯片，这三个款高级的四核智能手机肯定能让广大的顾客群享受到无与伦比的畅快体验。”
“U9系列备有安卓4.2操作系统以及MediaTek MT6589 1.2GHz四核处理器，保证能以合理的价格为人们递送更奢华的智能手机体验。顾客们将可享用到上千种手机应用程式，其中包括社交网络、办公与工具程式、娱乐程式和应用商店”
另外，伴随超高速连接以及市面上最大的智能手机屏幕之一（4.8 至 5.7寸），U9智能手机也是观赏视频、游戏打机和阅览其他内容的理想选择，其309 ppi和1280 x 720超级AMOLED HD画面除了能呈献清晰动人的视觉飨宴，也能快速地处理所有内容。不但如此，这些智能手机亦备有16GB ROM/1GB RAM内存，X1和 Z1+还能安插SD记忆卡并提供高达32GB的额外储存空间。
除了配有12和13兆像素的后置相机，上述U9智能手机也附带能同时使用前后相机的‘双相机’功能。此外，该产品也具有一系列琳琅满目的相机功能，包括连拍（高达99连拍）、微笑和脸部侦测、全景拍攝、倒数拍摄、美化模式、防震模式、自动聚焦、零快门延迟、连续快拍、以及高清录影和影像效果。
X1备有红色和黑色供选择，与黑色的Z1和白色的Z1+相映争辉。这三款智能手机的建议零售价分别为RM1099、RM1199 和RM1299。U9智能手机今已在各大主要智能手机零售店公开发售，该品牌将于8月中旬在刘蝶广场开设旗下首家旗舰商店。
黄氏透露：“这只是一个开始。我们也计划在近期针对不同的市场推出高性能智能手机，以便迎合各类顾客的使用需求。”
“此次推介，我们率先推出3种风格迥异且最能体现U9精髓的全新款式。U9智能手机系列以使用者的需求、要求、使用行为，以及他们所喜爱的流动配备潮流精心打造而成，致力以时髦的都市概念为时尚一族缔造最终极的手机体验。”
精美设计、大小适中和尖端科技是U9智能手机吸引消费者的3大主要卖点。该产品所添加的最新技术方案，不仅完美了U9系列的整体开发，亦大大提升了使用者的满意程度。
Ninetology 的U9系列专为您、我及众人而设。无论是X1、Z1还是 Z1+，请立即到您邻近的Ninetology经销商选购您所喜爱的款式，以亲身感受与流动配备科技合为一体的终极体验。欲知更多详情，请浏览http://ninetology.com/u9。
Sunday, April 14, 2013
Ninetology, Tune Talk, Qualcomm unveil new Pearl Mini to woo the youths
Synergistic Strategic Alliance set to change the mobile devices landscape with breath-taking speed, jaw-dropping graphics, and longer battery life smart phone
KUALA LUMPUR, 10th April, 2013 – Ninetology Marketing Sdn. Bhd., an Asean mobile device technology company, today announced its collaboration with Tune Talk, an ASEAN Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) and Qualcomm the world leader in next-generation mobile technologies to woo the youth market with a campaign under the theme ‘Experiencing Differences with The Youth’s Spirit’ by unveiling the new Pearl Mini smart phone.
The Synergistic Strategic Alliance (Ninetology, Tune Talk and Qualcomm) cemented their collaboration in a signing ceremony, followed by a showcase of seamless switching from app to app with breath-taking speed and jaw-dropping graphics.
Running on Gingerbread Android 2.3 operating system and a 3.5 inch HVGA display, Pearl Mini powered with Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ is packed with the sleekest, coolest designs and apps to handle everything from streaming HD and 3D video to seamlessly switching between multiple applications and the Internet. All while delivering longer battery life.
“Our collaboration with Tune Talk and Qualcomm is to address the demands of the huge youth market. As future leaders of tomorrow and with technology moving at a rapid pace, we want to offer the youths a smart phone that is affordable yet packed with astounding multimedia features that will enable them to connect to the digital world seamlessly, regardless of whether they are living in urban or rural areas,” said Mr. Sean Ng, Chief Executive Officer of Ninetology.
Tune Talk’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Jason Lo said, “Tune Talk’s philosophy has always been to provide super low calling rates and exciting incentives to the underserved segment of the market. We are happy to collaborate with Ninetology, who shares our vision of having the need to reach out to more youths and to enable them to get on to the Internet.”
Pearl Mini will be packaged with Tune Talk’s prepaid service which offers no-frills voice and Short Messaging Service (SMS) that meet the demands for a simple, value-for-money product with easy accessibility and a wide distribution reach.
The packaged plan include RM50 FREE Talktime (comes preloaded with SIM) and RM100 Airtime Rebate (RM10 x 10). To get this rebate, one needs only to reload RM20 or more in any denominations each month. For more information on the Tune Buddies SIM pack, visit http://www.tunetalk.com/my/services/tunebuddies.
Pearl Mini is available starting from third week of April and is sold at all Ninetology and Tune Talk retail outlets nationwide at a recommended retail price (RRP) of RM399. This model is also applicable for the Government’s Youth Communication Package (PKB) rebate.
Ninetology also announced their collaboration in marketing and branding of Malaysia’s largest Basketball Tournament, Ninetology All Star 2013, organised by XBaller to encourage more youths to be fit and healthy. This tournament shall take place from May till November. Details of this tournament can be found at www.xballer.com.
Ninetology also presented a GOLD Cheque worth RM50,000 to Yayasan Bakti Khidmat Masyarakat Malaysia (YBKMM), Tzu Chi Foundation Malaysia (RM30,000) and Pusat Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Cacat Taman Megah (PPKKCTM) (RM10,000) as part of its on-going corporate social responsibility initiatives.
The year 2012 witnessed Ninetology with four per cent of the market share since the brand emerged in August. The company has sold 93,000 units within the first quarter of 2013. As of February 2013, Ninetology has covered 5.2 per cent of Malaysia’s mobile device market share amongst other brands in the market. Ninetology also gained 60 per cent of whole youth share in conjunction with our support towards Pakej Komunikasi Belia by the MCMC.
“With all these successes behind us, we are confident that Pearl Mini will be a sell out and are expecting 100,000 units to be sold from the date of release, until the next new smart phone model is launched this year,” enthused Sean.
Ninetology’s Palette i5300 is ranked number 10 among top smart phone models having sold 22,333 units in the last two months alone. The company has also set a target of 12 per cent increase in the market share by year end.
Ninetology, Tune Talk, Qualcomm 携手推介新的 Pearl Mini 以吸引年轻用户
该协作策略性联盟势必通过速度令人屏息，图形令人目瞪口呆及电池使用期更长的智能手机而改变移动设备的景观
吉隆坡 4 月 10 日讯 – Ninetology Marketing 私人有限公司，即一家东盟移动设备科技公司，在今天宣布与 Tune Talk，即一家东盟移动虚拟网络运营商(MVNO)和Qualcomm，即新一代移动科技的世界领导者，携手合作，以推行一项主题为 ‘体验与众不同之年轻人精神 ’ 的运动及推介新的 Pearl Mini 智能手机来进军年轻人市场。
该协作策略性联盟(Ninetology, Tune Talk 和 Qualcomm)已在一项签字仪式达成合作协议，接着是展出速度令人屏息和图形令人目瞪口呆的应用程序至应用程序的无缝切换。
新的 Pearl Mini 是以 Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 平台驱动，以呈献前所未有的处理表现及新一代智能移动设备之优化电力消耗结合优势。
采用 Gingerbread Android 2.3 运作系统和 3.5 寸HVGA 屏幕的 Pearl Mini 是由 Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 驱动，但机身纤巧，设计超酷，更具备各种应用程序以处理包罗万有的从串流高清和 3D视频乃至多个应用程序和互联网之间的无缝切换。同时提供更长的电池使用期。
“我们与 Tune Talk 及 Qualcomm 的合作是在于迎合庞大年轻人市场的需求。作为未来的领导者及配合科技的快速演变，我们希望献予年轻人一台负担得起但齐备惊人之多媒体功能的智能手机，让他们能够无缝地连接数码世界，无论他们生活在城市或乡区，” Ninetology 的首席执行长黄治宪先生透露。
“访问互联网已不再是一项奢侈，而是必需的便利。由于能够从网上学习的事物是无穷尽的，对于年轻人而言，互联网就是他们的世界。我们希望通过推介 Pearl Mini 以献予他们世界级素质及安全的教育娱乐，” 他补充道。
Tune Talk 的首席执行长 Jason Lo 先生表示，“Tune Talk 的理念向来是为缺乏服务的市场层面提供超低廉的通话费率和令人振奋的奖励。我们很高兴与 Ninetology 合作，该公司与我们有着相同的宏愿，即有必要接触更多年轻人和让他们有机会上网。”
Pearl Mini将与 Tune Talk 的预付服务组成配套，以提供无累赘品的语音和简讯服务(SMS)，并满足人们对一个简单，物有所值但容易获取及分销网络广泛之产品的需求。
该配套计划包括 RM50 的免费通话时间(预装于 SIM) 和 RM100 通话时间回扣(RM10×10)。欲获享这项回扣者每个月只需加值 RM20 或以上，每一次的数额不受约束。欲了解 Tune Buddies SIM配套的详情，请浏览http://www.tunetalk.com/my/services/tunebuddies。
Pearl Mini 将于四月份的第三个星期 面市，并将于全国各地所有 Ninetology 和 Tune Talk 零售店出售。推荐零售价为 RM399。该型号亦可获享政府的青年通讯配套(PKB)回扣。
Ninetology 和 Tune Talk 也宣布双方将携手推动和建立马来西亚最大型篮球锦标赛，即Ninetology All Star 2013 的品牌，该锦标赛是由 XBaller 举办，以鼓励更多年轻人锻炼身体和追求健康。该锦标赛将于 5 月开打至 11 月。欲知详情请浏览 www.xballer.com。
Ninetology 也在其年度企业社会责任倡议下移交一张价值 RM50,000 的黄金支票给 Yayasan Bakti Khidmat Masyarakat Malaysia (YBKMM)，马来西亚慈济基金会(RM30,000)和Pusat Penjagaan Kanak-Kanak Cacat Taman Megah (PPKKCTM) (RM10,000) 。
自从在 2012 年 8 月成立以来，Ninetology 已取得四巴仙的市场份额。该公司已在 2013 年第一季度售出 93,000 台手机。截至 2013 年 2 月，Ninetology 已涵盖马来西亚移动设备市场的 5.2 巴仙。Ninetology 也通过支持 MCMC 的青年通讯配套而取得 60 巴仙的年轻人市场份额。
“以上各项成就让我们深信 Pearl Mini 将大获成功，预料从发售日至今年推介下一个新智能手机型号之间可售出 100,000 台，” 黄治宪兴奋地表示。
单单在过去两个月，排名十强的 Ninetology Palette i5300 智能手机就已售出 22,333 台。该公司也设定在年底提升市场份额至 12 巴仙的目标。
Friday, December 28, 2012
Smartphone RM200 Rebate for Youth and RM1,000 Grant for Online Entrepreneurs to Start on 1 January 2013: MCMC
Cyberjaya: 27 December, 2012 --- Youths aged 21 to 30 will be able to start applying for the RM200 rebate off selected 3G smartphones from celco nominated registered dealers. Applications for the Youth Communication Package (YCP) (or Pakej Komunikasi Belia (PKB)), under the National Broadband Initiative; can be made by registering online at http://nbi.skmm.gov.my/ starting from 1 January 2013. The scheme is on a first-come-first served basis and will be for the first 1.5 million eligible youths who may claim their smartphones while stocks last.
Whilst the Youth Communication Package is a scheme implemented by the celcos, this initiative, coordinated by the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC), was announced by the Prime Minister as part of Budget 2013 tabled in September this year to encourage more youths especially those in rural areas to enjoy the nation’s broadband facilities.
Youths who qualify for the RM200 rebate will be able to purchase 'selected' 3G smartphones costing up to RM500 from selected dealers and agents appointed by service providers. With the rebate, they are expected to pay no more than RM300 to own a new 3G smartphone.
“The idea is to spread the incentive across to those who do not yet use smartphones. We really want to help those who cannot afford to change phones to upgrade from their old 2G phones to a basic 3G smartphone. Those who can afford phones priced above RM500 are really not in the intended category or target market. Some of those phones can reach prices of over RM2,500 without contract. A RM200 rebate does not even make a dent but if the phone is priced at RM500, a RM200 rebate goes a long way. Again, the target is the lower income group and the youths,” said MCMC Chairman, Dato’ Mohamed Sharil Tarmizi, in refuting speculations that the RM500 price limit was low.
He added, "from studies conducted by MCMC, over 90% of users are in the prepaid segment. Celcos don't provide smartphone incentives in this segment, they only give mobile phone 'incentives' for postpaid contracts."
Additionally, as to the criticism on the phones out there, there are over 20 models of branded phones which are 3G enabled unlike the allegations made by certain quarters. (Please refer to the following list of smartphones available for this package.)
The participating celcos and mobile virtual network operator (MVNOs) will offer no less than five (5) and perhaps up to 10 or 12 models under the initiative via their dealership outlets. Members of the public should look out for the "Pakej Komunikasi Belia" logo that will be displayed on banners and buntings at these outlets. They should also check websites of the service providers for the list of smartphones and participating dealership outlets.
Meanwhile, owners of small online businesses between the ages of 18 and 65 will be able to start applying for the Get Malaysian Business Online (GMBO) RM1,000 grant starting on 1 January 2013 also by registering online at http://nbi.skmm.gov.my/. Small online business entrepreneurs who have registered websites for example, .com.my, .my, and fulfilled all the terms and conditions, will receive RM1,000 grant from MCMC. The money will be credited directly into the successful applicants’ local bank account. It is expected that up to a maximum of 50,000 eligible entrepreneurs of small online businesses will apply for the grant.
For more details on these two programmes, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) are posted online in the MCMC website.
The list (in alphabetical order) of smartphones that will be offered are as follows:
1) Alcatel 993D
2) Alcatel OneTouch Glory 2
3) Alcatel OneTouch Inspire 2
4) The Buzz Phone
5) HTC Wildfire
6) Huawei Ideos X3
7) LG Optimus L3
8) Ninetology Black Pearl II
9) Ninetology Palette
10) Nokia 2730
11) Nokia 7230
12) Nokia Asha 305
13) Nokia Asha 308
14) Nokia Asha 311
15) Nokia C2-03
16) Nokia Lumia 610
17) Samsung Galaxy Chat
18) Samsung Galaxy Mini
19) Samsung Galaxy Pocket
20) Samsung Galaxy Y
21) Sony Xperia Tipo
22) ZTE Acqua
23) ZTE V790
Note:
1) The above is as at 26 Dec 2012 and the models list will be updated from time to time in the Service Provider's website;
2) The brand, model and quantity offered may differ amongst different Service Providers.
Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Ninetology Smart Communication: the New Era for Mobile Technology
New smartphones, tablet installations set to vow Malaysia market
KUALA LUMPUR, 12 November 2012 – Ninetology Marketing Sdn. Bhd., an Asean mobile device technology company, today introduced its unique Smart Communication system exclusive to the company, which integrates existing and new Ninetology smartphone and tablets.
“Our smartphones and tablets are only one portion of the core of our business ecosystem. Completing the system is Ninetology’s comprehensive communication package consisting of Connectivity, Content, Software, Hardware and Smart Ecology elements,” said Mr. Sean Ng, Chief Executive Officer of Ninetology.
“We are proud to be the first organisation in South East Asia to incorporate these five crucial elements in our integrated business model, and this is Ninetology’s biggest strength,” Ng enthused.
The framework covers connectivity with ASEAN Telco providers and mobile partners while all content sources and device applications can be customised for better user interface (UI) and user experience (UE).
Content and data storage are delivered and uploaded in the cloud for simplified management. Meanwhile, the integrated Operating Systems (OS) offer easy-to-use communication, organisation and customisation processes.
Ninetology also took the opportunity to launch its latest line up of smartphones and tablet installations – the Black Pearl II, Stealth II, Outlook Express and Outlook Tablet.
BLACK PEARL II
With dimensions 127mm x 65.5mm x 9.9mm for a snug fit in your palm, the Black Pearl II comes with Dual SIM connectivity and 1GHz Dual Core Processor for active interactions during work and play. Complementing its exclusive 4.0 inch touch screen display, Black Pearl II is created with a stylish perfection of beautiful curves and presented in a vivacious black hue. The Black Pearl functions on an Android 4.0 operating system.
STEALTH II
With outstanding smartphone features as the Dual SIM Connectivity and vivid 5.2 inch touch screen display, Stealth II is an expression of style, class and elegance. Working on an Android 4.0 operating system and 8.0MP camera, this beauty has an irresistible matte finish back cover to prevent minor scratches and fingerprints.
OUTLOOK EXPRESS
Featuring a 7.0 inch touch screen display with 4:3 ratios, Outlook Express is making waves in the world of Mobile Internet with its Wi-Fi connectivity. Up to 32GB Micro SD external storage, in addition to internal memory bank of 2.5GB, outlook express is suitable for business presentations, email interactions and social media interactions.
OUTLOOK
With crisp 1024 x 768 XGA screen resolution and outstanding image quality, the Outlook tablet presents 8.0 inch touch screen display of pure internet surfing, reading and gaming experience. Hooked with the Android 4.0 operating system and super HD multimedia player, the Outlook bring about the feeling of being one with technology.
“We are proud to introduce our new line of smart phones and tablets for Malaysian consumers alike. Ninetology has definitely proven its capabilities when we earned a significant market share in the local mobile device industry since our launch in August this year,” said Ng at the product launch.
“We have been experiencing a tremendous growth and thus, we have decided to step up to the game by unveiling our latest devices,” Ng said.
Taking a further green step with the Smart Communication system, Ninetology is now venturing into an additional area called Smart Ecology, a recycle and refurbishment of mobile devices programme, which is in partnership with non-profit organisation, Malaysian Nature Society (MNS).
In support of MNS’ “Recycle for Nature” campaign for corporate companies, Ninetology will be gathering faulty or unused mobile devices nationwide for a “Green Chemical” recycling system which segregates specific phone components into its respective categories such as glass, plastic, metal and motherboard.
“Using the salvaged phone components, Ninetology will be responsible for the creation of an entry level smart phone, ‘Palette’ which runs on Gingerbread Android 4.3 OS. This phone will be available nationwide,” said Ng.
PALETTE
Entry-level smartphone with 3.0 inch touch screen display that runs on Gingerbread Android 2.3 OS and Dual SIM Connectivity. Buyers will enjoy rebates when they buy ‘Palette’. Ninetology will also refurbish usable phones and sell them at a cheaper price to the less fortunate, especially those in the rural areas. A percentage of Palette’s sale and accumulated funds from total sales of refurbished phones will proceed to fund MNS’s nature conservation activities.
Since its initiation in August 2012, Ninetology has sold 20,000 units of smart phones in Malaysia and 15,000 units in Indonesia. It also has sold 8,000 units of tablets in Malaysia and 6,000 units in Indonesia.
“Our name is derived from the basis of our foundation – the nine distinct mobile product series and services. Together with our intelligent, experienced professionals from various divisions, we have been working on this business concept for 10 years to provide outstanding performance and impactful solutions,” said Ng.
In September, Ninetology introduced its products and services to the Indonesian mobile devices market and engaged Indonesian artist and actress, Agnes Monica as their Brand ambassador. The company will be progressing into the Vietnam, Cambodia and Singapore markets by the end of year 2012.
“We have our eyes on the region, and aim to be the one-stop platform for innovation and the nation’s largest mobile technology provider,” said Ng.
In addition to its other new device launches, Ninetology also launched a new feature phone called ‘Vox’ in a campaign called, VOX Gold to raise donation funds for Yayasan Maha Karuna. A percentage of the accumulated sales of ‘Vox’ will be donated to the organisation.
The below is a table of Ninetology’s newly launched devices and their prices:
Smartphones
The Phantom Series/Black Pearl II/i9400 : RRP RM599
The Phantom Series/Stealth II/i9500 : RRP RM899
Tablets
Outlook Express Tablet/T7700 : RRP RM499
Outlook Tablet/ T7800 : RRP RM699
Special Additions
Smart Ecology/Palette/i5300 : RRP RM399
Ninetology 智能通讯: 移动科技的新纪元
新的智能电话与平板装置势必震撼马来西亚市场
吉隆坡 11 月 12 日讯 – Ninetology 营销私人有限公司(Ninetology Marketing Sdn. Bhd.)，即一家东盟移动设备科技公司，在今天推介其独具一格的智能通讯系统，该独家经销的系统结合了现有和新的 Ninetology 智能电话和平板电脑。
“我们的智能电话和平板电脑只不过是本公司核心业务生态系统的一部分。让该系统齐全完备的乃是 Ninetology 一应俱全的通讯配套，包括联系设备，内容，软件，硬件和智能生态元素，” Ninetology总执行长黄治宪先生(Mr. Sean Ng)表示。
“我们以成为东南亚第一家通过我们的商业模式而结合这五个重要元素的公司为荣，这也是 Ninetology 的最大优势，” 他续称。
该架构涵盖与东盟电讯公司提供商及移动伙伴的联系，而所有内容资源和设备应用程序亦可度身定制，以提供更佳用户界面(UI)和用户体验(UE)。
内容和数据的储存乃是通过云端交付和上载以简化管理。另一方面，整合的操作系统(OS)可提供简易使用的沟通，组织和定制程序。
Ninetology 也把握良机推介其最新系列的智能电话和平板装置 – 即 Black Pearl II, Stealth II, Outlook Express 和 Outlook Tablet.
BLACK PEARL II
尺寸为 127mm x 65.5mm x 9.9mm 的 Black Pearl II 方便握在掌中，它备有双 SIM 联系和 1GHz 双核处理器，以迎合在工作和玩乐时经常保持互动。匹配其独有的 4.0 寸触屏显示，Black Pearl II 别具曲线优美的时尚设计和超炫的黑色机身。Black Pearl 采用 Android 4.0 操作系统。
STEALTH II
兼具出众智能电话特点如双 SIM 联系和生动 5.2 寸触屏显示的 Stealth II 可谓集风格，时尚和优雅于一机。该采用 Android 4.0 操作系统和拥有 8.0MP 相机的手机备有令人难以抗拒的糙面底盖，以预防轻微刮痕和指纹。
OUTLOOK EXPRESS
备有 7.0 寸触屏显示和 4:3 比例的 Outlook Express 正通过其 Wi-Fi 联系风靡移动互联网世界。2.5GB 的内部记忆加上高达 32GB Micro SD 外部储存使到 Outlook Express 尤其适合进行商业简报，电邮互动和社交媒体互动。
OUTLOOK
兼具清晰的 1024 x 768 XGA 屏幕解析度和出众的影像素质， Outlook 更备有 8.0 寸触屏显示，以呈献最佳互联网浏览，阅读和电玩体验。 配上 Android 4.0 操作系统和顶尖 HD 多媒体播映器的 Outlook 献予您驾驭科技的感觉。
“我们欣然向全体马来西亚人推介本公司的新系列智能电话和平板电脑。Ninetology 肯定已证实了它的能耐，自从在今年 8 月成立以来，我们已在国内移动设备领域取得可观的市场份额，” 黄治宪在产品推介礼上透露。
“我们的业务大有进展，因此本公司决定再接再厉推介我们的最新设备，”他说道。
为了确保该智能通讯系统符合环保之需，Ninetology 已进军另一个称为智能生态系统的领域，这项再循环和翻新移动设备的计划是与非盈利组织，即马来西亚自然协会(MNS)携手推行的。
为了支持 MNS 的企业机构 “为大自然而再循环“ 运动，Ninetology 将在全国各地为一项 “Green Chemical” 再循环系统收集故障或无用的移动设备，它将各种手机组件区分为几个不同的种类，如玻璃，塑料，金属和主机板。
“Ninetology 将负责利用这些回收的手机组件来创制一台入门级的智能电话，即采用 Gingerbread Android 4.3 操作系统的 ‘Palette’。它将在全国各地出售,” 黄治宪补充道。
PALETTE
具备 3.0 寸触屏显示和采用 Gingerbread Android 2.3 操作系统及双 SIM 联系的入门级智能电话。
在购买 ‘Palette’ 时，买家将获享回扣。Ninetology 也将翻新尚可使用的手机和以较低价格卖给弱势群体，尤其是来自乡区者。售卖 Palette 所得的一部分款额和来自售卖翻新手机之销售总额的累积基金将用来资助 MNS 的保护大自然活动。
自从在 2012 年 8 月成立以来，Ninetology 已分别在马来西亚和印尼售出 20,000 台和 15,000 台智能电话。它也分别在马来西亚和印尼售出了 8,000 台和 6,000 台平板电脑。
“我们的名称是基于本公司的基础 – 即九种卓越的移动产品系列和服务。连同本公司旗下各部门的聪明且经验丰富专业人士，我们已采用这个商业概念长达十年，以提供出众的表现和有用的解决方案，” 他指出。
在 9 月，在印尼移动设备市场推出其产品和服务，并礼聘印尼艺人 Agnes Monica 担任其品牌大使。该公司也将在 2012 年底进军越南，柬埔寨和新加坡市场。
“我们放眼本区域，并希望崛起为一站式平台兼国内最具规模的移动科技提供商，” 黄治宪总结道。
除了推介其各种新的设备，Ninetology 也举办一项称为 VOX Gold 的活动而推出一种新的特殊电话，即 ‘Vox’，以便为 Yayasan Maha Karuna 筹款。售卖 ‘Vox’ 所得的一部分款项将捐助该机构。
下表所列乃是 Ninetology 新近推介的设备及其价格:
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智能电话
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The
Phantom Series/Black Pearl II/i9400
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推荐零售价 RM599
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The
Phantom Series/Stealth II/i9500
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推荐零售价 RM899
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平板电脑
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Outlook
Express Tablet/T7700
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推荐零售价 RM499
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Outlook
Tablet/ T7800
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推荐零售价 RM699
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Special Additions
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Smart
Ecology/Palette/i5300
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推荐零售价 RM399
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