Heirul Kamel

Kuala Lumpur

Features Editor at Lowyat

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Nintendo Updates User Agreement; Reserves The Right To Brick Your Switch Console

4 days ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

Nintendo has quietly introduced sweeping changes to its user agreement, giving itself the right to permanently disable user accounts and consoles found to be engaging in hacking, piracy, or other unauthorised activities. First spotted by Game File, the new terms – effective on 7 May 2025 – mark the most substantial update to the agreement since 2021 and reflect the company’s increasingly aggressive stance on protecting its hardware and software ecosystem.
CIMB Customers To No Longer Receive SMS Transaction Notifications Starting 17 May 2025

6 days ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

Effective 17 May 2025, CIMB users will no longer receive transaction notifications or PTA (Post Transaction Alert) via SMS. Instead the bank has announced that all notices will only be sent via the CIMB OCTO application. This notice follows CIMB’s previous announcement of its full implementation of SecureTAC last month. With this change in effect, users will not receive SMS to notify them if a transaction occurs either on the CIMB Clicks, FPX website or the CIMB OCTO application.
APAD Orders inDrive, Maxim To Cease Operations Starting 24 July 2025

6 days ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

The Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) has issued cease-and-desist letters to two e-hailing platforms, inDrive and Maxim, for allegedly operating without proper authorisation in Malaysia. This was revealed by Transport Minister Anthony Loke during the reopening of the track for cargo service operations for the Kempas Baru-Pasir Gudang route today. “Effective 24 July, inDrive and Maxim must cease operations in this country,” he said.
Grab Reportedly Aiming To Finalise GoTo Acquisition Deal By Q2 2025

6 days ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

Grab is aiming to finalise the acquisition of its Indonesian competitor GoTo in the second quarter of this year, according to a Reuters report. The proposed deal, which could be worth around US$7 billion (~RM30.2 billion), would mark a significant consolidation in Southeast Asia’s tech and mobility landscape. Reuters adds that Grab has hired advisors to assist with structuring the deal.
GWM Tank 500 HEV Officially Debuts In Malaysia; Priced At RM328,800

1 week ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

The Great Wall Motor (GWM) Tank 500 HEV has officially made its local debut at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 yesterday, following a preview at the Kuala Lumpur International Mobility Show (KLIMS) late last year. Marking its arrival as a new entrant in the premium hybrid SUV segment, the seven-seater 4×4 is now offered locally in a single, fully-equipped variant assembled at the brand’s Rayong plant in Thailand.
Jetour Previews T2 And eVT5 SUVs At MAS 2025

1 week ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

Jetour has unveiled two upcoming SUVs for the Malaysian market at MAS 2025 today. The first being the T2 off-roader with a PHEV powertrain option, while the second is the all-electric eVT5. The Jetour T2 offers rugged styling and solid off-road credentials. Its upright proportions and wide stance give it the presence of a traditional SUV, while features like split LED headlights, a horizontal grille, and chunky bumper cladding reinforce its go-anywhere image.
Audi Q7 S Line Mild-Hybrid SUV Launches In Malaysia; Starts At RM459,990

1 week ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

The first locally assembled Audi Q7 S Line SUV has officially launched in Malaysia today at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025. The car is manufactured at the Volkswagen Group Malaysia’s assembly plant in Pekan, Pahang – the only Audi production facility in the Southeast Asia region. To recap, the Audi Q7 S Line is powered by a 3.0-litre TFSI V6 engine producing 340 PS and 500 Nm of torque, paired with a 48V mild-hybrid system (MHEV) that improves efficiency and performance.
Proton Officially Unveils Its e.MAS 5 Hatchback EV At MAS 2025

1 week ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

Proton has officially unveiled its second electric vehicle, the e.MAS 5, at the Malaysia Autoshow 2025 today. Although still clad in camouflage, the model is revealed to be a compact hatchback. Like its larger sibling, the e.MAS 7, Proton’s second EV is based on an existing Geely model which, in this case, the Geely Star Wish. This is evident from the car’s rounded design, sweptback lights, and distinctive C-pillar styling. Unfortunately, the e.MAS 5’s interior remains off-limits for now.
Dyson's Customisable OnTrac Headphones Quietly Launches In Malaysia

1 week ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

This one seems to have quietly flown under the radar. As it turns out, Dyson’s customisable OnTrac headphones have finally launched in Malaysia. According to staff at the brand’s experience store in The Gardens Mall, the headphones were released locally quite recently – albeit without much fanfare. In case you missed the initial announcement, here’s a quick refresher. The OnTrac is Dyson’s second wearable audio product, introduced globally in July last year.
CelcomDigi's Skuad 5G Brings Malaysia's Widest and Fastest Network to Borneo's Rainforests

1 week ago | lowyat.net | Heirul Kamel

The lush rainforests of Malaysian Borneo are witnessing a new era of connectivity, as CelcomDigi’s Skuad 5G team reaches a major milestone in their nationwide journey. In doing so, they are delivering Malaysia’s No. 1 Widest and Fastest Network to communities across Sabah and Sarawak. Beyond Signal Bars: A Mission Of ConnectionThis initiative goes beyond technical upgrades.