Vernon Chan

Vernon is resident Web Editor and Lead Content Strategist at Adam Lobo Media Group. He is also founder and chief editor of his 20-year old blog VernonChan.com. A tech enthusiast, roving creative, petrolhead and now competitive pickleball player, he spends his days with plenty of humour, AI-assistance, and good coffee (black, only)

Android 17 Deep Dive: The End of the “Walled Garden” and the Rise of the Intelligence System

Google resets the mobile landscape with Android 17. This deep dive explores the new "Intelligence System" architecture, featuring native AirDrop compatibility, a total "Material 3 Expressive" visual overhaul, and the groundbreaking Verified Banking Protection.

Predator Kasi Onz — Acer’s 2026 Gaming Lineup Hits Sunway Pyramid

Acer Malaysia just went "Kasi Onz" with their 2026 lineup! From the RTX 5070-powered Helios Neo 16 to massive RM2,000 discounts at Sunway Pyramid.

The Death of the Chromebook: Why “Googlebook” is the AI Reset We’ve Been Waiting For

The Chromebook is dead. Long live the Googlebook. Google just reset their laptop strategy with a Gemini-first "Intelligence System," but is the new Aluminum OS enough to compete with a $599 MacBook?

Android Show: I/O Edition 2026: The “Intelligence System” Era is Officially Here

Google just changed the game. At Android Show: I/O Edition 2026, the tech giant officially moved from an "OS" to an "Intelligence System."

Make Something Wonderful: Steve Jobs Immortalised on the $1 American Innovation 2026 Coin

TL;DR / At a Glance: How much is the Steve Jobs $1 coin and where can I buy it? The Steve Jobs $1 American Innovation Coin was released by the U.S. Mint on May 12, 2026. It retailed for $61.00 for a 25-coin roll and $154.50 for a 100-coin bag.

Tech Gets “Brat”: Charli xcx Joins Nothing as Ambassador and Shareholder

Nothing is ditching "boring" tech. By bringing on pop icon Charli xcx as both a Global Brand Ambassador and a shareholder, the brand is doubling down on its "creative-first" mission.

Nothing Ear (Open) Goes Blue: The Retrofuturist Update You Didn’t Know You Needed

Moving beyond monochrome. Nothing has officially released the "Blue" edition of the Ear (open), bringing a retrofuturist pop of color to their most comfortable earbuds.

What The Click Episode 54 Recap: Best Smartphones Under RM2,000, Redmi Headphones Neo, Nothing Voice, and Kuija Ghost Charger

Adam and Vernon break down the top smartphones under RM2,000 in Malaysia for 2026. Plus, a look at Redmi’s first over-ear headphones, Nothing’s Essential Voice AI, and the "Ghost Charger."

Samsung Malaysia Enters the “Vision AI” Era: Full 2026 TV Lineup Revealed

The AI TV era has arrived. Samsung Malaysia has unveiled its full 2026 Vision AI lineup, integrating smarter picture, sound, and a personalised "Smart Companion" across Micro RGB, OLED, and Neo QLED models.

The Solid-State Race: Why Your 2028 Flagship Will Be Unstoppable

The liquid battery era is ending. While we wait for the "all-solid" future, 2026 has delivered the first 1,000km EVs and AI-ready robotics batteries.