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ILLUMINAKING BY FAIZ FAISAL


Tuesday Tech: iPhone Duo
Apple finally dropped its first foldable—the iPhone Duo! As a long-time Samsung user typing this on my Z Fold 6, here is an honest 1:1 review comparing the iPhone Duo vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8. From Apple Pencil support on both screens and an under-display camera to Samsung dropping S-Pen compatibility, here is why Apple might have just cooked up the best passport-style foldable, even with that steep RM10k price tag.

Faiz Faisal
7 days ago3 min read


Tuesday Tech: Smart Home
Wondering if smart homes are actually safe and reliable in 2026? As busy schedules leave us with less personal time, smart appliances like AI washer-dryers and robot vacuums are taking over everyday chores. From hardware-level security like Samsung Knox Vault to local device networks, here is how modern smart home ecosystems protect your data while giving you back precious hours of your day.

Faiz Faisal
Aug 114 min read


Tuesday Tech: Samsung Z Fold 8 Series
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 series is here, but the innovation spark seems missing. As a Z Fold 6 user, this year’s confusing lineup—splitting into a stumpy standard model and an ultra-thin Fold 8 Ultra—feels more like playing it safe than leading the market. With Chinese competitors offering better specs for less and rumors of the Z Flip being killed off, has the tech giant lost its edge? Here is why I’m skipping this annual upgrade and holding out for true innovation.

Faiz Faisal
Jul 282 min read


Tuesday Tech: The Best Setup For Social Media Manager
Speed is the ultimate advantage for social media managers. In this post, we break down how to build a high-performance content kit without the "Hollywood" price tag. From choosing between the Apple and Samsung ecosystems for seamless file sharing to picking the essential smartphones, tablets, and laptops, we show you how to create a frictionless workflow. Stop fighting your tech and start creating—here is your minimalist gadget guide.

Faiz Faisal
May 52 min read


Tuesday Tech: Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold
I still can’t believe I’m living in a time where a phone can fold twice. The new Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold honestly feels like something pulled straight out of a sci-fi movie, and I’m in complete awe at how far mobile tech has come. Reading about how Samsung engineered a device that transforms from phone to tablet to full-on workstation made me pause for a bit — like, wow, we’re really here. The future isn’t coming… it has arrived, and it’s sitting right in the palm of our han

Faiz Faisal
Dec 9, 20252 min read


Tuesday Tech: Tablet Vs Laptop
With devices like the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra and the new iPad Pro blurring the lines between portability and power, the debate between tablets and laptops is getting more interesting than ever. Today’s tablets aren’t just for Netflix and note-taking—they’re becoming full-on productivity beasts. But do we actually still need laptops? Or are tablets finally ready to take over?

Faiz Faisal
Nov 25, 20252 min read
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