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SHARP Launches AQUOS R9 pro, Redefining Mobile Photography with Pro-Grade Imaging Capabilities
Professional-Quality Camera System and Advanced Features Redefine the Mobile Photography Experience, arriving in Singapore on 6 December 2024
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 December 2024 – SHARP, the renowned leader in consumer technology, will officially launch its latest flagship smartphone, AQUOS R9 pro, tomorrow (6 December 2024). With professional-grade camera capabilities, immersive visuals, and robust performance, this new release is a dream come true for photography enthusiasts, content creators, and tech-savvy users alike.
Designed for those who demand excellence in mobile photography, the AQUOS R9 pro combines a cutting-edge triple-camera system, Dolby Vision® support, and a dedicated shutter button for precision shooting. Whether you are snapping pro-level photos, capturing cinematic videos, or multitasking, this device delivers unparalleled quality and functionality.
With the AQUOS R9 pro, SHARP delivers a camera smartphone that goes beyond typical photography, offering a camera with smartphone functions that empowers users with the joy of photography with unparalleled quality,” said Mr Woo Keat Chew, Managing Director of Sharp Singapore. “From the pro-grade camera system and intuitive shutter button to the device’s powerful performance, the R9 pro supports those who seek to blend creativity with functionality. We are excited to provide users with our latest flagship smartphone that meets both their professional and personal needs, with the reliability and craftsmanship they expect from SHARP.”
Professional Photography in Your Pocket
The AQUOS R9 pro takes mobile photography to new heights with its triple-camera system. Featuring 50.3MP sensors on the standard, wide-angle, and telephoto lenses, it produces stunningly detailed images for every scenario.
The 1/0.98-inch sensor ensures incredible low-light performance, allowing users to capture crisp, vivid shots in any lighting condition. For those distant subjects, the telephoto lens offers 2.8x optical zoom and up to 20x hybrid zoom, ensuring you never miss the finer details.
What sets the R9 pro apart is its dedicated shutter button, providing users with a tactile, camera-like experience. This physical button allows for quick focusing and effortless shooting, giving creators greater control over their craft. Complementing this is Dolby Vision® support, which enhances video content with lifelike colours and contrasts, making every frame worthy of the big screen.

The AQUOS R9 pro doesn’t stop at photography—it excels in visual and performance capabilities too. Its 6.7-inch QHD+ Pro IGZO OLED display delivers vivid colours, stunning brightness, and industry fastest 240Hz refresh rate, perfect for viewing your creations or enjoying immersive entertainment.

Engineered for Reliability and Durability
Performance is nothing without reliability and the AQUOS R9 pro excels here too. Its advanced heat dissipation technology—featuring an internal vapour chamber and heat diffusion through the camera ring—ensures the device stays cool even during intensive use, whether you’re gaming, streaming, or shooting videos.
Complementing its visual capabilities, the AQUOS R9 pro includes dual metal stereo speakers positioned at the top and bottom of the device. These speakers deliver powerful and immersive audio that enhances the multimedia experience, making the R9 pro ideal for users who value high quality audio alongside stunning visuals.
Under the hood, the R9 pro is powered by the Snapdragon® 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, paired with 12GB of RAM, 12GB Virtual RAM and a massive 512GB of storage. This ensures seamless multitasking and ample space for high-resolution photos, 4K videos, and heavy-duty apps.
Designed for life on the go, the R9 pro boasts IPX5/IPX8/IP6X water and dust resistance, making it durable enough for any adventure. A 5,000mAh battery with wireless charging support ensures it keeps up with your busiest days.
The AQUOS R9 pro is more than just a smartphone; it’s a versatile device that supports professional-grade photography and provides a seamless, reliable user experience in a durable, sophisticated design.
Available from 6 December 2024 on the SHARP CocoroLife estore , LazMall, Shopee Mall and at selected outlets of Best Denki, Challenger, Courts, Gain City and dealer stores islandwide, the AQUOS R9 pro is ideal for users who value creativity, sophistication, and cutting-edge technology.
AQUOS R9 pro Launch Promotion:
Usual RRP: $1499. Promo: $1319
Free Gift upon purchase: SH-TW45 Sharp earbuds worth $149 (Via redemption)
Purchase with Purchase Offer: Get 50% off Sharp Shoulder Strap Casing at $69.90 (U.P $139.80)
For further information on the AQUOS R9 pro, please visit the SHARP website or refer to the media kit here. Full list of specifications, refer to Annex A.
SHARP AQUOS sense9

SHARP also recently launched the AQUOS sense9, a smartphone that boasts a sleek, sophisticated design and a durable build that meets US Military standards.
Coming in four colours in Singapore, there will be an exclusive Coral colourway for the sense9, this vibrant hue is only available in Singapore!
Designed under the creative direction of Miyake Design, the device weighs approximately 166g, making it compact, lightweight, and comfortable to hold. Built with durability in mind, the sense9 conforms to MIL-STD-810H standards for waterproofing and shock resistance, with drop resistance meeting MIL-STD-810G specifications, ensuring it is tough enough for everyday use and outdoor adventures alike. In the realm of photography, the sense9 is equipped with dual 50.3MP cameras – a standard and a wide-angle lens – bringing high-quality imaging capabilities to both close-up and ultra-wide-angle photography. Full list of specifications, refer to Annex B.
ANNEX A – SPECIFICATIONS OF THE AQUOS R9 pro
| Specifications | AQUOS R9 pro | |
| OS | AndroidTM 14 | |
| CPU | Snapdragon® 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform
3.0GHz + 2.8GHz + 2.0GHz (Octa Core) |
|
| NETWORK | GSM / WCDMA / LTE / 5G | |
| DISPLAY | 6.7″ QUAD HD+ (1,440 x 3,120) Pro IGZO OLED
Refresh rate up 240Hz, (Gorilla Glass Victus 2) Peak brightness 2,000 nits |
|
| MEMORY & STORAGE | RAM | 12GB
12 GB Virtual RAM |
| ROM | 512GB | |
| CAMERA | REAR | Rear: 50.3MP, 1/0.98″ sensor
Wide: 50.3MP 14ch spectrum sensor, 20 times hybrid zoom |
| FRONT | 50.3MP | |
| CONNECTION | Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/be Bluetooth 5.4/ USB Type C / NFC |
|
| BATTERY | 5000mAh (30W) wireless charging (15W) | |
| BIOMETRIC AUTHENTICATION |
Face recognition (Mask compatible)
Fingerprint recognition |
|
| SIM | Dual SIM (NanoSIM + eSIM) / No external storage | |
| DIMENSIONS | 162 x 78 x 9.3 mm | |
| WEIGHT | 229g | |
| OTHER | IPX5 / IPX8 / IP6X (Waterproof & Dustproof)
Dolby Atmos®, Dolby Vision®, Vapour Chamber |
|
ANNEX B – SPECIFICATIONS OF THE AQUOS sense9
| Specifications | AQUOS sense9 | |
| OS | AndroidTM 14 | |
| CPU | Snapdragon® 7s Gen 2 Mobile Platform 2.4GHz + 1.95GHz (Octa Core) |
|
| NETWORK | GSM / WCDMA / LTE / 5G | |
| DISPLAY | 6.1″ FHD+(1,080 x 2,340) Pro IGZO OLED | |
| MEMORY & STORAGE | RAM | 8GB |
| ROM
VIR. RAM |
256GB
MAX. 6GB |
|
| CAMERA | REAR | Approx, 50.3MP, 1/1.55″ sensor, OIS & EIS
Wide: Approx, 50.3MP, 1/2.5″ sensor, EIS |
| FRONT | Approx, 32MP, 1/3.6″ sensor, EIS | |
| CONNECTION | IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth Ver. 5.1, USB Type-C |
|
| BATTERY | Non Removable 5000mAh | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| BIOMETRIC | Face recognition (Mask compatible) | |
| AUTHENTICATION | Fingerprint recognition | |
| SIM | Dual SIM: Physical SIM +eSIM | |
| DIMENSIONS | Approx. 73 x 149 x8.9mm | |
| WEIGHT | Approx. 166g | |
| OTHER | IPX5/IPX8/IP6X (Waterproof & Dustproof)
MIL-STD-810G: Shockproof Stereo speaker, Micro SDXC (UP TO 1TB), Displayport |
|
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About Sharp Corporation
Founded in 1912 by Tokuji Hayakawa, Sharp Corporation is a global technology company renowned for its expertise in both B2B and consumer innovation. As one of the largest consumer electronics companies, Sharp has a presence in 8 regions, including America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Asia Pacific, with over 70 wholly-owned branches and subsidiaries.
Sharp has continuously evolved with original products, from the “Ever-Sharp” mechanical pencils to the world’s first LCD electronic calculators. Driven by originality and the founder’s spirit of sincerity and creativity, the company aims to help organisations of all sizes enhance performance and adapt to the future through innovative home and business products and services. Sharp will continue to revolutionise the world through its business vision of “Changing the world with 8K+5G and AIoT.”
As of March 31, 2023, Sharp Corporation employs 46,206 people around the world and recorded consolidated annual sales of 2,548,117 million yen for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2023.
Sharp is committed to being a socially responsible company, conducting its operations with concern for the impact of its activities on its customers, suppliers, employees, communities, and other stakeholders, as well as the environment. Under its long-term environmental vision, “SHARP Eco Vision 2050,” there are three main areas: “climate change,” “resource recycling,” and “safety and security.” The company aims for an overall positive impact on society by contributing to the environment, culture, benefits, welfare, and quality of life for people throughout the world.
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SL Aesthetic Group Marks 22 Years of Innovation and Regional Expansion in Singapore and Southeast Asia
Founded in Singapore in 2003, the Group has grown to encompass five specialised brands operating more than twenty outlets across Singapore and the region.
- SL Aesthetic Clinic offers doctor-led skin, face and body treatments, and is one of Singapore’s longest-running medical aesthetics clinic.
- SkinLab The Medical Spa, a dermatology-focused medical spa, specialises in medical-grade facials and skincare products for sensitive skin.
- TrichoLab, a dedicated hair and scalp health brand specialising in medical hair loss solutions.
- PROLOGUE brings together Prologue The Lifestyle Medical Clinic and Prologue Centre for Women’s Wellness as a unified lifestyle and preventive medicine brand, addressing chronic health concerns and promoting women’s wellness across life stages.
- Euphie (Malaysia) is the Group’s Malaysia-based extension comprising Euphie Skin Solutions and Euphie Clinic, delivering medically supervised aesthetic care.
The Group has served more than 100,000 patients, with care provided by a team of 12 doctors and more than 100 trained specialists.
Over the past two decades, the concept of beauty and wellness has broadened into a more holistic approach to personal care—one that goes beyond aesthetics to support overall wellbeing. People are placing greater emphasis on long-term health, from their mental health and nutrition to their physical appearance. This shift has driven growing demand for preventive, medically supervised services that integrate aesthetics with broader health concerns.
In response to these changing needs, SL Aesthetic Group has expanded its medical services beyond skin and hair treatments, introducing more than 40 new offerings across its five specialised brand portfolios, including women’s health services.
Dr Kelvin Chua, Founder and Senior Medical Director of SL Aesthetic Group, said: “Reaching 22 years reflects the continuity of care we have built over time. As patient expectations change, our focus remains on delivering medically supervised services that support long-term health and well-being.”
As part of this expansion, the Group launched Prologue The Lifestyle Medical Clinic and Prologue Centre for Women’s Wellness in 2025. Prologue The Lifestyle Medical Clinic focuses on preventive care for chronic conditions, supported by artificial intelligence–enabled health screenings for early detection of conditions such as dementia and cancer. Meanwhile, Prologue Centre for Women’s Wellness addresses women’s health needs across different life stages, including perimenopause, menopause, and postpartum recovery.
Within Singapore, the group strengthened its physical presence with the opening of its tenth SL Aesthetic Clinic and SkinLab The Medical Spa outlet at iMall in Marine Parade, as a response to strong and sustained demand from patients in the eastern region.
Regionally, SL Aesthetic Group marked a milestone as its Malaysia-based brand, Euphie — comprising Euphie Skin Solutions and Euphie Clinic — celebrated its first anniversary. Building on this foundation, the Group plans to open an additional outlet in Malaysia, extending its medically supervised services to a wider patient base.
Looking ahead, SL Aesthetic Group plans to continue expanding its clinical footprint while maintaining regulatory compliance, clinical standards, and patient safety.
For more information, visit: https://slaestheticgroup.com/
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About SL Aesthetic Group
SL Aesthetic Group is one of Singapore’s longest-established medical aesthetic groups, with a presence in Singapore and Malaysia. The Group houses a diverse portfolio of brands, including SL Aesthetic Clinic, SkinLab The Medical Spa, TrichoLab, PROLOGUE, and Euphie (Malaysia).
Founded in the 2000s, SL Aesthetic Group specialises in skin and hair health, women’s wellness, and holistic medicine. Across its clinics and outlets, the Group offers a comprehensive range of FDA-approved aesthetic and medical treatments, all supervised by trained and certified healthcare professionals holding Certificates of Competency (COC) recognised by the Singapore Medical Council’s Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee (APOC).
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Aon Appoints Kulshaan Singh as Enterprise Client Leader, Asia Pacific based in Singapore
Based in Singapore, Singh will leverage his extensive experience across some of Asia’s most dynamic markets to deliver innovative approaches to Risk Capital and Human Capital for Aon’s enterprise and large multinational clients in Asia. Reporting to Craig Torgius, chief client officer and head of enterprise clients, Asia Pacific, Singh will focus on building strategic partnerships and unlocking new opportunities supporting clients to achieve their growth ambitions.
“Kulshaan brings a rare blend of strategic acumen with strong execution ability, global insight and local expertise to our Asia Pacific team,” said Torgius. “His ability to lead transformation, foster collaboration and deliver results across diverse industries will be invaluable in helping clients navigate an increasingly complex risk landscape.”
With over two decades of experience in consulting and executive leadership, Singh held prominent roles including managing director for talent solutions for southeast Asia at Aon, CEO Mercer Singapore and chief people officer at Charoen Pokphand Group. Most recently, as the global group chief people officer at Thai Union Group, he spearheaded large-scale transformation initiatives including organisation design, succession and leadership alignment.
Reflecting on his new role, Singh said, “I feel privileged and excited to be back at Aon and look forward to working closely with Aon’s global and local teams to deliver solutions that help clients navigate complexity and interconnected challenges.”
Read more about Aon’s capabilities in Asia Pacific here.
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Zero-Emission Technology Underpins the Future of Urban Living
As an economy reaches a new stage of development, the central question is no longer how fast it can grow, but how well it can sustain that growth over time. The development trajectories of many countries show that crossing an income threshold often brings complex structural pressures: Mounting strain on urban infrastructure, environmental degradation, and higher expectations for quality of life.
In this context, traditional growth models, those that prioritize short-term economic returns, begin to reveal their limitations. What emerges instead is a clear demand for development paradigms in which economic performance, environmental resilience, and social value are conceived together from the outset, rather than treated as sequential or secondary considerations.
For Vietnam, this transition is particularly significant as global capital flows increasingly favor ESG-aligned markets, and urban residents shift from a focus on asset ownership to a more holistic pursuit of living quality and long-term wellbeing. Real estate, therefore, is no longer simply a supply-and-demand equation, but a foundational platform for shaping lifestyles, communities, and sustainable urban ecosystems.
It is precisely within this structural shift that Vinhomes Green Paradise is positioned as a forward-looking benchmark, reflecting the long-term vision of Vinhomes to develop real estate on an “ESG++ from the ground up” foundation, where sustainability is not an added feature, but the core architecture that underpins enduring economic and social value.
Geography as Destiny: A Living Natural Heritage
Many believe that Vinhomes Green Paradise is a “new wonder” of modern society, bringing together a rare convergence of forward-looking planning, contemporary living standards, and visionary development. Yet beyond its scale or sophistication, its very location is a wonder in itself. It is a place where human intelligence and capability are applied not to dominate nature, but to collaborate with it, leveraging an irreplaceable “forest-backed, sea-facing” setting that cannot be replicated, while preserving, restoring, and ultimately giving back to the natural environment.
Among more than 90 submissions from across the globe, New7Wonders selected Vinhomes Green Paradise as the first project worldwide to receive the “Official Participant” certification in the global “7 Wonders of Future Cities” campaign.
“This is a truly exceptional project,” said Jean-Paul de la Fuente, Director of New7Wonders and Chairman of the global campaign. “Vinhomes Green Paradise is a ‘precious jewel’, a place that is exceptional for living, working, and enjoying life. The project symbolizes the kind of cities that dare to dream, dare to pave new paths, and dare to break boundaries to realize a future where nature, community, and growth coexist in harmony.”
According to him, this spirit is exactly what the world is seeking in the cities of tomorrow.
After personally visiting the site in Can Gio, Jean-Paul de la Fuente identified the project’s geography as its most irreplaceable asset. Spanning 2,870 hectares, Vinhomes Green Paradise is uniquely positioned between two globally significant ecosystems. To the front lies the vast Pacific Ocean, with 121 kilometers of coastline. Behind it stretches the 75,000-hectare Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve, recognized by UNESCO.
At the heart of the megacity sits an 800-hectare saltwater lagoon, the largest of its kind in the world, functioning as a natural ecological regulator, a “green heart” sustaining biodiversity, climate balance, and urban vitality.
Unlike many coastal developments around the world, nature here is not reduced to a backdrop. It is treated as a living heritage, actively preserved and regenerated through dedicated mangrove restoration funds that protect not only the project, but also the ecological shield of Ho Chi Minh City.
While many global developments aim to comply with ESG standards, Vinhomes Green Paradise goes further, introducing an ESG++ model built on five pillars: Environment, Social, Governance, Regeneration, and Adaptation.
This approach reflects a paradigm shift in urban development. Cities of the future must not merely “do less harm”. They must actively give back to nature and society.
Jean-Paul emphasized the importance of this vision: “Future sustainable cities must not ‘take’ from nature, they must ‘give back,’ helping restore and nurture the planet.”
This regenerative mindset is embedded from the earliest stages of construction. Advanced K-DPM technology transforms dredged soft mud into durable construction material, completely eliminating waste discharge into the environment, a breakthrough in large-scale coastal development.
Technology as the City’s Invisible Infrastructure
If nature is the soul of Vinhomes Green Paradise, technology is its invisible nervous system. The entire megacity is designed to operate on 100% clean energy, sourced from offshore wind turbines located 20 kilometers from shore and large-scale solar systems. Transportation within the city and connections to central Ho Chi Minh City are oriented toward zero emissions, supported by electric mobility and high-speed rail.
IoT, AI, and Big Data platforms operate continuously to monitor environmental quality, optimize energy use, and provide early warnings for climate-related risks, ensuring resilience in an era of increasing uncertainty.
One of the core criteria of the “7 Wonders of Future Cities” campaign is placing people at the heart of urban design. At Vinhomes Green Paradise, this principle is elevated further: Residents are not passive beneficiaries, but active co-creatorsof the city.
The megacity features globally scaled cultural and lifestyle landmarks, including a 122-hectare entertainment complex, the 7-hectare Blue Waves Theatre with 5,000 seats, an outdoor performance plaza for 60,000 people, two 18-hole championship golf courses designed by Tiger Woods and Robert Trent Jones, a 108-story tower among the world’s top 10 tallest, and the Cosmo Bay night-time economy hub.
Healthcare, education, and lifelong wellbeing are equally prioritized, with Vinmec healthcare partnering with Cleveland Clinic (USA), Vinschool and Brighton College (UK) in education, and Vin New Horizon redefining senior living. Together, they form an ecosystem where human potential is continuously nurtured.
Residents also play a direct role in environmental stewardship, participating in biodiversity monitoring, mangrove planting, waste sorting, and adopting electric mobility, becoming true “ecological ambassadors” of Can Gio.
The Wonders of the Future Are Being Built Today
For Jean-Paul de la Fuente, Vinhomes Green Paradise represents far more than an urban project.
“The project is positioned as a powerful symbol of Vietnam’s national aspirations and its determination to assert its place on the global stage. What was seen on site is only a small part of a much larger vision,” he said.
Reflecting on the impact of previous New7Wonders campaigns, he noted: “The previous two campaigns, ‘New7Wonders of the World’ and ‘New7Wonders of Nature’, both generated what researchers call the ‘Wonder Effect,’ significantly boosting the economies and societies of the winning destinations.”
Drawing a parallel with Ha Long Bay, he added that he truly believe Vinhomes Green Paradise can achieve something similar, but on an even larger scale, competing directly with iconic cities around the world.”
As Jean-Paul concluded: “If our previous campaigns celebrated the heritage of the past and the beauty of the present, then the ‘7 Wonders of Future Cities’ campaign celebrates the vision being created for future generations.”
“The wonders of the future are taking shape today through the choices, creativity, and determination of pioneering urban planners and developers.”
In that global narrative, Vinhomes Green Paradise stands as a powerful testament to Vietnam’s ambition: A city where geography itself is a wonder, where growth does not compromise the future, and where nature, technology, and humanity evolve together, creating a legacy not just for Vietnam, but for the world.
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