Stationery
The Scenic Route 2021 calendar
Victoria McGrane, an illustrator and textile designer, collaborated with Rainforest Rescue, an organization dedicated to rainforest protection and restoration since 1999, to create a 2021 calendar. McGrane, the talent behind The Scenic Route brand, is known for her hand-illustrated designs and stationery that showcase the beauty of Australian nature. Her work has garnered attention and partnerships with prominent brands.
“Protecting and restoring Australia’s valuable rainforests is incredibly important to me, and I’m thrilled that my illustrations and travel inspiration can contribute to safeguarding these ancient forests and their wildlife,” shared McGrane.
Details:
The Scenic Route 2021 calendar can be purchased online at The Scenic Route and Rainforest Rescue websites for A$29. For every calendar sold, A$5 will be donated to support Rainforest Rescue programs. The Scenic Route textile designs are also available in Spotlight stores throughout Australia.
Source: The Scenic Route. The Scenic Route 2021 calendar back cover, showing the 12 images available.
Personal comfort
Close Comfort personal air-conditioner
Source: Close Comfort. The Close Comfort personal air-conditioning device, which weighs 17 kg.
Why cool an entire room when you can target the cool air precisely where you need it? This is the concept behind Close Comfort, a startup based in Australia and Singapore, which offers a device capable of creating a personalized cool zone of up to 4-5 meters.
This 17 kg personal air conditioner operates as quietly as an electric fan, requires no water or exhaust hoses, consumes 300 W of electricity, and is designed for immediate use.
Retailing at $649, the Close Comfort device offers:
- Four wheels and convenient carrying handles
- At least 75% lower electricity usage compared to conventional portable air conditioners
- Operational costs as low as S$0.60 for nine hours of use
- Reduced CO2 emissions—less than half that of traditional split-system air conditioners
- Up to 80% fewer refrigerants used compared to standard split-system air conditioners.
Details:
A video demonstrating how it works is available
Purchase online at Close Comfort, Lazada or Shopee.
For the pantry
Samsung Grill Microwave Oven
Source: Samsung. The Samsung Grill Microwave Oven (left) features innovative cooking functions.
The Samsung Grill Microwave Oven offers a range of features, including a Grill function and pre-programmed baking recipes accessible through its Home Dessert mode.
Details:
The Samsung Grill Microwave Oven is available in Pure White & Clean Mint with a suggested retail price of S$319.
For tidying up
Source: Samsung. The Jet 75 cordless vacuum cleaner.
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Samsung Jet 75 cordless vacuum cleaner_
Samsung’s latest cordless vacuum offering, the Jet 75 premium, is designed for efficient office cleaning. It boasts a variety of attachments for comprehensive cleaning and a lightweight design for user convenience.
Details:
The Jet 75 has a suggested retail price of S$869.
For a limited time, online purchases include a complimentary Disposable Wipe Pack (2x20 sheets) and a Mop Pad (four pieces), valued at S$50 combined. Terms and conditions apply.
Assist collaboration
Samsung 65" QLED 8K Q950T Smart TV
Enhance group discussions and presentations with the Samsung 65" QLED 8K Q950T Smart TV, retailing for S$11,959. The television utilizes 8K artificial intelligence (AI) upscaling for enhanced visuals, adaptive picture technology for an optimal viewing experience in various lighting conditions, and dynamic Object Tracking Sound+ for immersive audio. The ultra-wide viewing angle guarantees a clear view from any position in the room.
Details:
The Samsung QLED 8K Q950T Smart TV is available in 65”, 75”, and 85” models. For a limited time, it includes a complimentary Soundbar HW-Q950T (valued at S$1,999) and a 12-month Singtel CAST subscription (valued at S$500), plus access to Samsung Concierge. Terms and conditions apply.
Purchases of select Samsung TVs qualify for S$300 in shopping vouchers while supplies last. Terms and conditions apply.
*Images are simulated for illustrative purposes. Actual products may vary from images. See in-store for details. Sony prices are valid until January 3, 2021.
1 Viewing experience can vary based on content type and format. 8K AI Upscaling is not compatible with PC connections or Game Mode.
2 Samsung TV Concierge Service is exclusively available to customers who purchased a QLED 8K TV between November 3, 2020, and January 7, 2021. Delivery, setup, and installation are subject to availability. Wall-mount installations require an on-site inspection to determine wall suitability. While the installer will inspect the wall, cracks may appear on certain wall types after mounting; Samsung and the installer are not liable for any cracks post-installation. One wall-bracket set is included for wall-mount installations. Terms and conditions apply.
3 Promotion valid on purchases of specified products at participating consumer electronics and IT retailers including Audio House, Best, Courts, Gain City, Harvey Norman, Lazada, Mega Discount Store, Mustafa Singapore, PaRaSiLk, and Shopee until January 7, 2021, while supplies last. Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://www.samsung.com/sg/offer/tv-soundbar-year-end-sale/ for more information.
4 Offer valid on select Samsung QLED and UHD TVs. Visit https://www.samsung.com/sg/offer/tv-soundbar-year-end-sale/ for more information.