Two KKMM initiatives can help B40 households own devices - Saifuddin
Under PEMERKASA, the government increased the subsidy for the purchase of handphones from RM180 to RM300 for B40 households.
Fri Mar 19 2021
PEMERKASA: RM300 subsidy for households to buy smart phones
The allocation for the Prihatin Network Programme has been increased to RM2 billion, and it would be launched in May.
Wed Mar 17 2021
Cabbies to help combat crimes with MyTeksi app
Through the app function, cabbies can disseminate information via smart phones to police headquarters if they witness a crime happening.
Wed May 13 2015
GST: Report errant traders through 'EZ Complaint'
Consumers who face problems with errant traders after the implementation of GST on April 1 may channel their complaints via smart phones.
Sun Mar 01 2015
The world watches FIFA World Cup 2014
Fans from around the world watch the World Cup at home, through their smart phones, on big screens in a public space and even outer space!
Sat Jun 21 2014
LG focuses on 4G phones for growth
With a whopping sale of 10 million units of their LTE phones, LG Electronics is ready to focus it's research and development to 4G smart phones market.
Sun Mar 03 2013
No price limit on smart phones with RM200 rebate
The Cabinet has agreed not to set a price limit on the smart phones which can be purchased by youths between 21 and 30 earning less than RM3,000 with the RM200 government rebate.
Sat Jan 05 2013
No price limit for smartphone rebate
The Cabinet has agreed not to set a price limit on the smart phones which can be purchased by youths between 21 and 30 earning less than RM3,000 with the RM200 government rebate
Wed Jan 02 2013
Apple and Samsung continue to penetrate the Chinese market
Apple and Samsung continue its dominance in the Chinese market by launching new stores and products to attract its young customers
Mon Oct 22 2012
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024