ELBA EXPANDS ITS HOME SOLUTION LINEUP WITH A NEW RANGE OF CLEANING PRODUCTS,  UNVEILED AT THE ELBA DEALERS CONVENTION 2025 

The trusted homegrown brand debuts its most extensive line-up to date, introducing breakthrough innovations in laundry, vacuuming, floor washing, and kitchen care.

ELBA, Malaysia’s trusted household name for home appliances, marked a pivotal milestone at the ELBA Dealers Convention 2025 with the unveiling of its most extensive range of home cleaning solutions to date. At the heart of this expanded line-up are innovations in three essential categories – washing machines, vacuum cleaners, and dishwashers – for the purpose of simplifying daily cleaning for modern households. Together with enhancements across its kitchen range, ELBA continues its mission of fulfilling total home solutions with practical innovation that meets real-life needs.

The ELBA Dealer Convention 2025 represents more than just new products; it signals ELBA’s strategic expansion into a complete home solutions ecosystem. Building on trust as No. 1 Cooker Hoods brand in Malaysia*, ELBA demonstrated how its expertise now extends across every corner of the home – from major kitchen appliances such as cooker hoods, built-in ovens and hobs, to everyday essentials including rice cookers, hair dryers, water heaters, fans, etc.

“ELBA Dealer Convention 2025 represents a defining moment in our brand’s journey,” said Mr. Tok Sang Man, Managing Director of ELBA Malaysia.

“With nearly five decades in Malaysia, we’ve built our reputation on unwavering quality and reliability. Today’s event reaffirms our commitment to innovation while staying true to what Malaysian families need – practical solutions that feel familiar, yet refreshingly modern.”

The convention spotlighted ELBA’s expanded laundry care line-up, featuring three distinct series engineered to meet the diverse needs of Malaysian households. The Queluxe Series front-loading washer-dryers, innovated with PerfectDose automatic detergent dispensing, a clever SpaceSaver design that maximises capacity in compact frames, and a comprehensive Drum Clean+ self-cleaning function that ensures long-term hygiene.

The LavaWave Series front-loading washers impressed with Silent DD Inverter technology for whisper-quiet operation, an enhanced UltraMax Door design for effortless loading, and Lava Steam functionality that provides deep-cleaning performance by removing bacteria, allergens, and wrinkles, keeping clothes fresh and healthy after every wash.

For those who prefer top-loading models, the Elysian Series top-loading washer showcased Ultra Stain Wash technology that intelligently adjusts water speed to suit specific garment needs, Silent DD Inverter operation for peaceful homes, and Drum Hygiene self-cleaning functionality for consistently fresher results.

Expanding into a new category, ELBA’s latest floor care innovations captured attention with their practicality and performance. The AIRGlide Series cordless stick vacuum features advanced Dust Seal Filtration Technology, paired with a generous 3.0L Insta Clean Hub to seal and transfer debris to the auto clean station without exposure to the environment. Its Motorised Power Brush adapts seamlessly across floor surfaces, including tiles and timber, which is common in Malaysian homes.

Complementing this innovation, the HYDRO Cleanse Series floor washer also impressed convention attendees with its extra-large dual water tank system, precision 3-edge cleaning brush for challenging corners, and advanced 360° self-cleaning system. The standout Therma Jet 60°C hot air drying ensures it remains hygienically clean and ready for next use.

Completing the Convention showcase, ELBA’s three new dishwashers that are perfect for freestanding, built-in and tabletop settings demonstrate the brand’s commitment to elevating kitchen efficiency. These models feature revolutionary AutoDoor Technology to release hot air before the cleaning cycle is complete, AquaBeam UV sterilisation for maximum hygiene, and Fresh Air Storage capability, maintaining tableware cleanliness and freshness for up to 168 hours.

“Building on the success of ELBA Dealer Convention 2023, we’ve completed our cooking and cooling range—and this year, we’re proud to expand into the cleaning category. It’s another step toward our vision of delivering a complete home solution for every Malaysian household,” said Mr Tok Sang Man. “For decades, ELBA has supported Malaysian families – from daily meals to festive moments and everyday chores. More than just appliances, we’re proud to be at the heart of every Malaysian home,” concluded Mr. Tok Sang Man.

As the curtain falls on the ELBA Dealer Convention 2025, the brand’s vision becomes clear: empowering Malaysian households with thoughtfully engineered, affordably accessible, and built-to-last solutions. This landmark event not only reinforces ELBA’s trusted home partner status but also represents ELBA’s promise to shape the everyday experiences of Malaysia’s next generation of families.

The new range of ELBA household solutions will be available in stores from July 2025 onwards at ELBA authorised dealer retail stores nationwide. For more information, visit ELBA’s official website (https://elba.com.my/) or through their official social media platforms on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/elba.malaysia) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/ELBAMalaysia/).

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HUAWEI LAUNCHES MATEPAD PRO 12.2” A HIGH-END TABLET DELIVERING A PC-LIKE EXPERIENCE FOR PRODUCTIVITY, ENTERTAINMENT, AND CREATIVITY

Delivering the ultimate power for work and beyond with sleek, premium and PC-level performance

Huawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) Malaysia proudly unveils the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025), the latest evolution of its flagship tablet series. As a PC-level experience tablet, it exemplifies Huawei’s ongoing mission to revolutionise the mobile working experience with powerful, PC-like capabilities. Built for business and professionals, designers, and creators, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025) enhances on-the-go productivity with cutting-edge display technology and smart features that push the limits of what a tablet can do.

While the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025) delivers a Genius PC-like experience, it goes a step further by redefining what productivity means in the modern era. Unlike traditional laptops, this PC-level tablet powerhouse offers unmatched portability with a detachable keyboard and stylus integration, empowering users to work, create, and collaborate anytime, anywhere. 

Whether it’s editing documents at a café, sketching concepts during a commute, or hosting virtual meetings on the move, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025) delivers a level of convenience and agility that conventional PCs simply can’t match.

THE FLAGSHIP PC-LEVEL EXPERIENCE PC-LIKE EXPERIENCE 

As the new generation of professionals shifts towards a more mobile, flexible, and experience-driven way of living, the demand for all-in-one devices that bridge lifestyle, productivity, and creativity is on the rise. The HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025) is designed precisely with this evolution in mind, bringing together the power of a laptop, the portability of a tablet, and the precision of a creative tool in a single, streamlined device. Whether you’re working remotely, ideating on the go, or simply unwinding with your favourite content, this innovation empowers users to transition seamlessly between work, play, and passion without skipping a beat.

Huawei’s vision for the future of work and creativity truly comes to life with the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025). Combining cutting-edge hardware, such as the Genius HUAWEI Glide keyboard, with a robust software ecosystem, this device provides the flexibility, power, and design needed to stay ahead in markets where tablets are becoming the primary computing device. By leading with groundbreaking innovations that enhance mobility and productivity, Huawei continues to shape how users connect, create, and achieve more in their personal and professional lives.

To support professional work on the go, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025) comes equipped with PC-level WPS Office, a full-featured suite that includes documents, presentations, and spreadsheets. Compared to standard mobile versions, it offers enhanced functionality like advanced formatting tools, multi-tab browsing, and desktop-style keyboard shortcuts. When paired with the HUAWEI Glide Keyboard, the tablet transforms into a powerful mobile workstation that seamlessly supports everyday productivity tasks. Under the hood, the device is powered by flagship performance enhancements, including a new heat dissipation design that improves performance by up to 30%. Paired with a 10,100 mAh battery capable of full charge in just 55 minutes, users are assured of all-day usage with no interruptions.

Multitasking is a breeze with Smart Multi-Window and App Multiplier features, allowing professionals to run multiple apps side-by-side or compare versions of the same app, perfect for reviewing documents while drafting, or attending calls while referencing notes. The new Live-Multitask interface further enhances this by enabling users to run up to three apps simultaneously, complete with tile-style app display and adjustable ratios for smarter screen management.

Integrated into the sleek HUAWEI Glide Keyboard is a hidden stylus slot with seamless charging and pairing for the HUAWEI M-Pencil (3rd Gen) powered by  NEARLINK. This intuitive design ensures the stylus is always ready for note-taking, sketching or annotating. Coupled with HUAWEI Notes and GoPaint, featuring AI handwriting enhancement, pro-level brush tools, and frame-by-frame animation. Transforming the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025) into a powerful creative workstation.

The HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025) Tandem OLED PaperMatte Display delivers an immersive visual experience with pro-level colour accuracy, a high 144 Hz refresh rate, 2.8K resolution, and HDR Vivid support, ideal for content creators and professionals who rely on colour precision. The anti-glare nano-textured display reduces 99% of ambient light interference and is certified by TÜV Rheinland and SGS for eye comfort, making it suitable for extended work sessions, whether you’re at your desk, outdoors, or in transit.

The HUAWEI MatePad Pro 12.2” (2025) (RM3,599) is now available for pre-order via HUAWEI Experience Stores, the HUAWEI Official Website, HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee, HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada, and the HUAWEI Official TikTok Shop. Customers who place a RM50 deposit during the pre-order period will receive a rebate of up to RM200, along with exclusive free gifts worth up to RM2,045, including a complimentary HUAWEI M-Pencil (3rd Gen), HUAWEI Mouse, HUAWEI Backpack, HUAWEI SoundJoy, and PC Level WPS.

For more information, latest updates, or promotions about Huawei, please visit the HUAWEI Official Website, the HUAWEI Official Facebook page, or Instagram. 

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BEIJING, CHINA - 18 June 2025 - The livestreaming-commerce model has taken the world by storm in recent years. In China, numerous enterprises are actively venturing into livestreaming e-commerce, including several airlines.

In 2024, Hainan Airlines established HNA Preferred Business Co., Ltd., specializing in Internet livestreaming and sales. Notably, as early as 2020, the airline began piloting livestream sales on platforms like Ctrip, primarily offering flight tickets and hotel packages—making it one of China's earliest adopters of livestream commerce in the aviation sector.

Hainan Airlines released a loss forecast for the first half of 2024. Industry analysts suggest its progressive push into livestreaming likely stems from challenges in its core business, where achieving structural profit growth has become increasingly difficult, compelling the company to seek new revenue streams.

Flight attendant Zhuang Xuan of Hainan Airlines began participating in livestreaming e-commerce operations in 2022. Originally from China's Taiwan region, Zhuang has garnered a significant following due to her sweet appearance and distinctive Taiwan accent, driving considerable traffic to the airline's livestream initiatives.

"A sense of belonging means feeling that you have influence or a rightful place within your team—especially when your capabilities are recognized by everyone," Zhuang remarked.

This young professional, under 30, is now pushing her boundaries at Hainan Airlines while seeking her own sense of belonging.

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