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Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Acer responds to tariff question about new Aspire laptops
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Acer on Friday unveiled an impressive suite of six new Aspire laptops, but an Acer rep tells Laptop Mag that tariffs are among the reasons why they haven't been priced or made available in the United States yet. Six new AI PCs — all capable of running the generative AI service Microsoft CoPilot+ — made their debut ahead of Computex, the annual tech industry summit in Taipei that starts next week. "We are refraining from disclosing U.S./North American pricing for future products." An Acer rep to Laptop Mag The Aspire range has long been recognized as filled with everyday-quality get-it-done devices. The new laptops, made of lightweight aluminum and boasting powerful processors, come in the popular 14" and 16" sizes. They will be available in Europe and Australia starting in June. When asked if tariffs had any role in the delay of these laptops arriving in the US and their prices, an Acer rep told Laptop Mag on Friday: 'The pricing impact of the tariffs will vary based on the country where each product is manufactured, the date the product arrives in the U.S., ongoing negotiations with major retailers as well as commercial and education customers, and various other factors. "Due to this, we are refraining from disclosing U.S./North American pricing for future products and instead, will announce pricing, availability, and configurations closer to market availability in the United States/North America.' The six laptops are divided into three categories — those with processors from Intel, AMD, and Qualcomm —and each category offers a 14' and 16' version. Most share a similar price range: between €899 and €999 for the 14' models and between €999 and €1,099 for the 16' models. A key difference does crop up in display, though. Perhaps to keep the price similar to Intel and AMD models, the Aspire with a Snapdragon X processor doesn't have an OLED screen — that model has IPS tech instead. All laptops are expected to go on sale in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa this summer, and this fall in Australia. Notably, the United States and other North American countries are left off the news release. "We think 10% probably will have to be the default price increase." Acer CEO Jason Chen In February, Acer CEO Jason Chen said that the company had to adjust prices to reflect the tariffs put on goods made in China. In an interview with The Telegraph, Chen said, "We think 10% probably will have to be the default price increase because of the import tax. It's very straightforward." To borrow a phrase from an earlier political era, U.S. President Donald Trump has been flip-flopping on tariff threats since he began to face pressure over them. "Don't buy the silly arguments that the U.S. consumer pays." U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick On Friday, Axios reported that Trump said the U.S. will unilaterally set tariff rates in the next few weeks. Trump has previously walked back tariff threats after the global economy went into a tailspin and stocks sank. In an interview with CNN earlier this month, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said that "We do expect a 10% baseline tariff to be in place for the foreseeable future — but don't buy the silly arguments that the U.S. consumer pays." Lutnick said then, 'The businesses and the countries primarily eat the tariff.' However, that directly contradicts what Acer CEO Chen has said. Trump's plan on a tariff rollout has been uncertain above anything else. What is certain is that new Aspire laptops don't appear to be going on sale in the US anytime soon. Dig into the specs on these impressive new laptops below — and once they go on sale in the U.S., Laptop will be sure to report the news. Model Availability Price North America availability North America price Top-level processor Battery life Memory Storage Graphics Display tech Aspire 14 & 16 AI laptops (Intel) 14" model: July 2025 in Europe, Middle East, Africa & 16" model: August 2025 in Europe, Middle East, Africa 14" model: €999 & 16" model: €1,099 ??? ??? Intel ® Core ™ Ultra 7 processor 258V Up to 26.5 hours Up to 32 GB Up to 1 TB Intel® Arc ™ Graphics 140V 16:10 OLED WUXGA+, 120 Hz refresh rate, 500 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut Aspire 14 & 16 AI laptops (AMD) 14" model: July 2025 in Europe, Middle East, Africa. Q3 in Australia. & 16" model: August 2025 in Europe, Middle East, Africa. Q3 in Australia 14" model: €999 or AUD 1,499 & 16" model: €1,099 or AUD 1,499 ??? ??? AMD Ryzen ™ AI 7 350 processor s with advanced 'Zen 5' CPU architecture Up to 18.5 hours Up to 32 GB Up to 1 TB AMD Radeon™ 860M graphics (integrated) 16:10 OLED, 120 Hz refresh rate, 500 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut Aspire 14 & 16 AI laptops (Qualcomm) 14" model: June 2025 in Europe, Middle East, Africa. Q3 in Australia & 16" model: July 2025 in Europe, Middle East, Africa. Q3 in Australia. 14" model: €899 or AUD 1,399 & 6" model: €999 or AUD 1,499 ??? ??? Snapdragon®X X1-26-100 processor with Qualcomm Oryon ™ CPU Up to 28 hours Up to 32 GB Up to 1 TB Qualcomm® Adreno™ GPU 16:10 WUXGA, 120 Hz refresh rate, 100% sRGB color gamut Did Tim Cook orchestrate Apple's tariff break? What we know Tariffs and TSMC delays could turn Apple into an Intel Foundry customer Jensen Huang says Nvidia will 'continue serving the Chinese market' despite tariffs
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Ashhryshoshedap: JB's XL salted egg pasta & belacan fried rice with 12K+ reviews — overrated or must-try?
Ashhryshoshedap had been on my radar for quite a while — all thanks to Jason Chen's review. If you're not familiar with Jason, he's a well-known Malaysian food critic, famous for his honest yet constructive takes. But honestly, if you haven't heard of him… where have you been? Now, let's talk about that name. I wasn't exactly thrilled by it. Saying Ashhryshoshedap out loud to my friends felt like baby talk, almost. A little awkward, a lot confusing. But hey, I'm not here to critique branding decisions. I came to Johor Bahru with one mission: to eat. To my surprise, the place was bigger than expected. There's even an upstairs dining area if you need more space. A little heads-up: you'll need to remove your shoes at the entrance, so maybe leave the holey socks at home. Browsing the menu was… certainly something. You have to scan a QR code to access it but navigating it was a nightmare. The categories were all over the place, and the quirky, chaotic dish names didn't help. We did have a good laugh, but it definitely took us longer than it should've to just place an order. Naturally, we went for the dish Jason raved about: Salted Egg Clam Spaghetti (RM29.90). Or, in its full birth name: Spaghetti Salted Egg Clam Creamy Bismillah Yummy (Sweet Creamy & Spicy). See what I mean? Price-wise, things leaned toward the steeper side, but the portion made up for it; the plate practically took over ¾ of our table. And the moment it landed, the unmistakable aroma of salted egg and curry leaves hit us hard — in a good way. The pasta was cooked beautifully al dente. But the mouthfeel made me certain that the brand used was Prego. A bit plasticky in texture, not exactly premium. Understandable, though, for a casual eatery. As for the sauce… it was intense. Think Super Ring snack kind of cheesy-salty-spicy. Tasty? Yes. But probably better suited as a dip than a pasta sauce. The salted egg and curry notes came through strong, but fair warning: it was paprika-heavy. My friends with low spice tolerance were sweating bullets with every bite, holding on to the table like Jack with that door in Titanic. Kelab Kopi Lama: Cosy JB kopitiam serves all-day buttery kaya toast, fresh kampung eggs & laksa Johor under RM10 The clams were fresh and juicy, but otherwise unremarkable. Next up: a crowd-favourite classic — Nasi Goreng Belacan (RM29.90). Or as the menu puts it: Nasgor Mantan TAK Move On! (Belacan & Spicy). Whatever that means. The presentation was certainly flawless. Plump, ruby-red prawns. Juicy cherry tomatoes. Crisp cucumber slices. It looked like a 10/10 dish — and it almost was. The first bite was nothing short of heavenly. The rice was fluffy, well-seasoned, spicy, savoury, and packed with umami. Absolute delight. My only complaint: the belacan flavour was painfully subtle. It tasted more like regular Nasi Goreng Kampung. Perhaps they used sambal belacan rather than pure belacan for the paste? But the real surprise was the generous amount of squid in the dish as I dug further into the mountain of rice. Fresh ones, mind you. I just wish they'd served it with a side of sambal belacan to really elevate the dish even more. One thing that I could confirm about Ashhryshoshedap: a total nightmare for those with a more delicate palate. The flavours were a punch on the throat, though for someone like me, it was spot on. While I wasn't a fan of the Salted Egg Spaghetti, the Belacan Fried Rice definitely stole my heart (and stomach). If you're planning to visit, make sure to never order one dish per each person unless you're a big eater. Expected damage: RM29.90 – RM80 per pax Nasi Lemak Al-Aisy: Underrated JB eatery serving fragrant nasi lemak with spicy sambal petai & fried chicken The post Ashhryshoshedap: JB's XL salted egg pasta & belacan fried rice with 12K+ reviews — overrated or must-try? appeared first on
Morocco World
06-05-2025
- Business
- Morocco World
Moroccan Students Reach Global Tech4Good Finals in China
Rabat – Huawei Morocco, in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research, and Innovation, announced the participation of a Moroccan student team in the global finals of the Tech4Good competition. The event took place in China last month. The Moroccan team began their journey in Essaouira through the Seeds for the Future program. There, they successfully qualified for the Tech4Good finals after competing in a regional round organized by Huawei Northern Africa. The competition brought together 160 young participants from 17 countries. Among them, 18 Moroccan students stood out, and six were selected to represent Morocco at the world finals. The students came from universities and institutions across the country, including Al Akhawayn University, Moulay Ismail University in Meknes, Ibn Tofail University in Kenitra, and Suptech Santé. Their project, called Smart Aquaponics, impressed the judges with its smart farming solution that uses IoT and cloud computing to manage water and nutrients more efficiently, according to a statement from Huawei Morocco. The project aims to offer a local and practical solution to a major global challenge, as water scarcity becomes a growing global issue. It combines technology and environmental awareness to promote sustainable agriculture. The team had a unique experience in China, as they visited major tech companies, including Huawei's headquarters, attended advanced training sessions, and received international mentorship. These opportunities helped them improve their project before presenting it to a global jury during the final. Jason Chen, Vice President of Huawei Morocco, praised the team's performance, saying their qualification for the Tech4Good global finals shows the power of innovation and youth in Morocco. 'Through initiatives like Seeds for the Future, Huawei continues to support projects that address global challenges while empowering Moroccan youth to position themselves as leaders in digital transformation,' Chen added. He concluded that the company is 'proud' to support them in this journey, 'which is both a boost for their talents and an investment in a smarter and more connected future.'
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Sleepers and Keepers Fantasy Hockey Podcast: Episode 59 - Fantasy Hockey Playoffs: The Replacements
Fantasy hockey experts Jason Chen and Michael Amato run through all the teams you should target or fade for the fantasy playoffs. New episodes are published every Monday at 8 a.m. PT / 11 a.m. ET. Listen now on Spotify: The Hockey News Sleepers and Keepers The Hockey News Sleepers and Keepers Podcast · The Hockey News · Jason Chen and Michael Amato break down everything about NHL fantasy hockey to give your team the edge. This is your place to hear about sleepers, keepers, roster updates, hot and cold takes, and more. Advertisement The Sleepers and Keepers fantasy hockey podcast is also available on other platforms. See links below. Spotify Apple Podcasts Amazon Podbean Pandora/Stitcher iHeartRadio Ryan Nugent-Hopkins. © Perry Nelson-Imagn Images Jason Chen and Michael Amato return with their weekly fantasy hockey talk and discuss: - Oilers missing their best two players in Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl - Canucks losing Elias Pettersson on Sunday against the Rangers - Hurricanes going through injuries to key players Advertisement - Sean Monahan's timely return in the midst of the Blue Jackets' skid - Mailbag! - Trivia corner: Name the seven players who scored at least 40 goals in the 2009-2010 season Remember to bookmark The Hockey News Fantasy site for stats, news, analysis, rankings, projections and more, including the Sleepers and Keepers fantasy hockey podcast!
South China Morning Post
03-04-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Hong Kong start-up's bento vending machines make the leap to Japan
04:09 Hong Kong start-up Wada FoodTech takes groundbreaking bento vending machines to Japan Hong Kong start-up Wada FoodTech takes groundbreaking bento vending machines to Japan As entrepreneurs in Hong Kong embark on their growth journeys, they can turn to the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) for guidance along the way. As part of its mission to promote Hong Kong as a hub for global investment and business, the HKTDC works with start-ups as well as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to create tangible opportunities for them to expand internationally, in addition to providing business information and advisory services. Jason Chen, CEO of Wada FoodTech, says the Hong Kong Trade Development Council was instrumental in helping his company's expansion into Japan. One such start-up that has benefited from its support is Wada FoodTech, a smart catering solutions provider originally based in Hong Kong's Cyberport business park but which now has additional offices in Tokyo and Osaka. The company, which uses the brand name Wada Bento, has developed decentralised food vending machines that serve hot meal boxes to hungry customers in as little as nine seconds. Advertisement Established in 2018, Wada FoodTech helps optimise food management across the catering supply chain. Its recent expansion in Japan – a country famous for its bento boxes and vending machines – is testament to the strength of both the firm's offering and strategy. Wada Bento hot meal vending machines, originally developed in Hong Kong by Wada FoodTech, are now being used in Japan. Photo: Wada FoodTech In early December, the HKTDC held its annual Entrepreneur Day (E-Day) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This event serves as a platform for entrepreneurs to tap into global markets, offering opportunities for networking and business matching along with support services tailor-made for start-ups. The 2024 edition of E-Day also featured the InnoClub Awards, which spotlight groundbreaking start-ups and SMEs from the Greater Bay Area. WadaFood Tech received the InnoClub Industry Impact Award in recognition of its innovative digitised model for food service, which leverages patented hot-chain vending machines and AIoT, or 'artificial intelligence and Internet of Things' technology, to strengthen food safety controls while also boosting efficiency. In addition, WadaFood Tech signed a memorandum of understanding with Harada Corporation during E-Day. The Japanese general trading company has experience in a wide array of businesses, including food innovations, that can help the Wada Bento brand strengthen its presence in the Japanese market. Advertisement Wada FoodTech, which also showcased its technology at the event, said the partnership reflected the company's commitment to expanding its vending machine operations in Japan, with a focus on Tokyo and Osaka.
