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Aon’s Global Medical Trend Rates Report Forecasts Increase in Employee Medical Plan Costs for Businesses in Asia Pacific, the Highest Since 2015

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 October 2023 – Aon plc (NYSE: AON), a leading global professional services firm, has released its 2024 Global Medical Trend Rates Report. The report is based on insights from 113 Aon offices that broker, administer or advise on employer-sponsored medical plans in each of the countries covered in the report. The findings reflect the medical trend expectations of Aon professionals based on their interactions with clients and carriers represented in the portfolio of the firm’s medical plan business in each location. In Asia Pacific, the report forecasted the average medical trend rate for 2024 to be 9.7 percent, up from 9.2 percent in 2023 and the highest since 2015.

The trend rate figures represent the percentage increases in medical plan costs per employee – both insured and self-insured. Knowing the estimated costs in advance helps organisations make better decisions to address projected price inflation, explore technology advances in the medical field, plan usage patterns and cost shifting from social programs.

“Health and wellbeing costs have become an important concern for companies as year-over-year medical plan costs continue to rise. These rising rates often bring unexpected or unbudgeted cost increases and make affordability for employers and employees more difficult,” said Tim Dwyer, chief executive officer, Health Solutions for Asia Pacific at Aon. While macroeconomic instability is a big part of the story behind the medical trend rates, it is also important for businesses to understand the regional differences, the conditions driving the trend rate, and the ways in which these increases can be mitigated to better navigate volatility and make more informed decisions.”

The top medical conditions driving medical plan costs in Asia Pacific are:

1. Cardiovascular

2. Cancer/Tumor Growth

3. Gastrointestinal and Digestive Issues

“The COVID-19 pandemic introduced a period of volatility in health care costs across Asia Pacific that we had not seen for a very long time with claims utilisation returning to pre-pandemic levels during 2023 after a deep decline. The problem is that return in utilisation has come with higher cost products and services creating a twofold effect.” said Alan Oates, head of advisory and specialty for Health Solutions, Asia Pacific at Aon. “At the country level, companies looking to mitigate these increased costs are using a familiar set of strategies with wellbeing initiatives being the leading mitigation strategy. These strategies tend to modify costs over an extended period and current economic pressures mean we are seeing more clients than at any time in the past 10 years achieve cost containment through more direct plan design changes and network management.”

Additional key findings from the study include:

· Wellness initiatives, plan design changes, cost containment, access and delivery restrictions, and flexible benefit plans are the top five mitigation initiatives expected for employers to undertake to prevent medical cost escalation and promote a healthy workforce.

· 32 percent of employers share the medical claims costs by offering restrictive employee medical plans for example co-insurance, deductibles and limits or premium co-funding, while 22 percent are exploring sharing these costs with their employees.

· Approximately 20 percent of companies have an active financing or risk sharing strategy for example hybrid insurance, multinational pooling, captive arrangement, etc., in place for mitigation of increasing employee medical plan costs risk.

· Chronic conditions, physical inactivity and poor stress management continue to be top risk factors driving medical conditions and future adverse claims experience.

“This is a time to be innovative when considering plan design solutions that deliver flexibility to support modern family needs within the cost constraints of the organisation. More money than ever is being invested in wellbeing initiatives and our work with clients has shifted since the pandemic to using more data to better identify population health risks and align financial and wellbeing incentives to build a more resilient workforce,” Oates added.

Aon has forecasted the global average medical trend rate for 2024 to be 10.1 percent, up from 9.2 percent in 2023 and the highest since 2015. The top medical conditions driving medical plan costs globally are:

1. Cardiovascular

2. Cancer/Tumor Growth

3. High Blood Pressure/Hypertension

As employer-sponsored medical plans become a larger part of total rewards spend and pressure mounts to accurately forecast and manage costs, this report will serve as a valuable resource for organisations to plan global budgets and benefits strategies to build more resilient workforces for 2024 and beyond.

Read Aon’s 2024 Global Medical Trend Rate Report here.

Hashtag: #Aon

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About Aon

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Unveiling Petite Practice – A New Paediatric Clinic in Katong

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 10 October 2023 – Petite Practice, a bespoke paediatric service, has announced the opening of their flagship general paediatric clinic in Katong, Singapore. By offering both speciality paediatric and allergy services, Petite Practice aims to provide accessible and quality specialist care to families and children living in the East.

As subspecialised care, such as allergy testing and management services, is traditionally housed in hospitals, many young children feel intimidated and are reluctant to accept medical care and attention. As such, Petite Practice aims provide their allergy care services in a more convenient, comfortable and warm environment thus creating a positive medical experience for families and children. Moreover, as a specialist clinic, Petite Practice follows an appointment-based approach, limiting walk-in cases and focusing on complex cases, including allergic reactions and chronic management. This helps the clinic prevent overcrowding and ensures that all children are attended to in a timely manner.

Petite Practice offers check-ups for babies and children, immunisations and evaluation, management of common childhood illnesses, and allergy testing services. Having experience in Singapore’s public and private healthcare systems, consultant paediatrician Dr Mohana Rajakulendran is well-versed in allergy testing and management. These allergy services help to treat uncomfortable symptoms that may affect children’s sleep quality or focus and attention at school, overall improving their quality of life. Additionally, Petite Practice has access to state-of-the-art medical equipment, including specialised test procedures for allergies. With their experienced team and advanced equipment, Petite Practice guarantees holistic, quality medical care and attention to children in a calm and friendly environment.

Petite Practice is a reliable and convenient paediatric clinic in Singapore offering paediatric allergy testing and management services for children and families in the East. As a specialist clinic, Petite Practice constantly seeks ways to empower parents to care for their children during common childhood illnesses or allergies.

For more information on Petite Practice and its services, please visit https://www.petitepractice.com/.
Hashtag: #PetitePractice #PaediatricClinic

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ROSEN, TRUSTED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Masimo Corporation Investors with Losses to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – MASI

New York, New York – Newsfile Corp. – October 9, 2023 – WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Masimo Corporation (NASDAQ: MASI) between February 28, 2023 and July 17, 2023, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important October 23, 2023 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Masimo securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Masimo class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=18661 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than October 23, 2023. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants misled investors by creating the false impression that they possessed reliable information pertaining to the Company’s sales pipeline. In reality, defendants’ forecasting processes failed to adequately account for potential loss of sensor sales among Masimo’s customers, as well as the potential decline in demand for premium and luxury audio categories. Alternatively, defendants deliberately ignored the decline in sales. In either event, defendants misled investors by providing the public with materially flawed revenue guidance for fiscal 2023. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Masimo class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=18661 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/.

Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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Contact Information:

Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-1060
Toll Free: (866) 767-3653
Fax: (212) 202-3827
lrosen@rosenlegal.com
pkim@rosenlegal.com
cases@rosenlegal.com
www.rosenlegal.com

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ROSEN, GLOBAL INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Leslie’s, Inc. Investors to Secure Counsel Before Important Deadline in Securities Class Action – LESL

New York, New York – Newsfile Corp. – October 9, 2023 – WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of securities of Leslie’s, Inc. (NASDAQ: LESL) between February 5, 2021 and July 13, 2023, both dates inclusive (the “Class Period”), of the important November 7, 2023 lead plaintiff deadline.

SO WHAT: If you purchased Leslie’s securities during the Class Period you may be entitled to compensation without payment of any out of pocket fees or costs through a contingency fee arrangement.

WHAT TO DO NEXT: To join the Leslie’s class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=18988 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action. A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff, you must move the Court no later than November 7, 2023. A lead plaintiff is a representative party acting on behalf of other class members in directing the litigation.

WHY ROSEN LAW: We encourage investors to select qualified counsel with a track record of success in leadership roles. Often, firms issuing notices do not have comparable experience, resources or any meaningful peer recognition. Many of these firms do not actually litigate securities class actions, but are merely middlemen that refer clients or partner with law firms that actually litigate the cases. Be wise in selecting counsel. The Rosen Law Firm represents investors throughout the globe, concentrating its practice in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation. Rosen Law Firm has achieved the largest ever securities class action settlement against a Chinese Company. Rosen Law Firm was Ranked No. 1 by ISS Securities Class Action Services for number of securities class action settlements in 2017. The firm has been ranked in the top 4 each year since 2013 and has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors. In 2019 alone the firm secured over $438 million for investors. In 2020, founding partner Laurence Rosen was named by law360 as a Titan of Plaintiffs’ Bar. Many of the firm’s attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon and Super Lawyers.

DETAILS OF THE CASE: According to the lawsuit, defendants throughout the Class Period made false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that: (1) Leslie’s growth was caused by customers over purchasing products to stockpile in case of a chemical shortage; (2) such sales inflated revenues and earnings and were not indicative of durable and sustainable demand or financial growth; (3) Leslie’s took advantage of chemical shortages by urging customers to stock up on the products because Leslie’s could not “guarantee availability” of chemicals in the future; and (4) any slowdown in sales was not a normalization of past seasonality, but was due to the prior excess stockpiling. When the true details entered the market, the lawsuit claims that investors suffered damages.

To join the Leslie’s class action, go to https://rosenlegal.com/submit-form/?case_id=18988 or call Phillip Kim, Esq. toll-free at 866-767-3653 or email pkim@rosenlegal.com or cases@rosenlegal.com for information on the class action.

No Class Has Been Certified. Until a class is certified, you are not represented by counsel unless you retain one. You may select counsel of your choice. You may also remain an absent class member and do nothing at this point. An investor’s ability to share in any potential future recovery is not dependent upon serving as lead plaintiff.

Follow us for updates on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-rosen-law-firm, on Twitter: https://twitter.com/rosen_firm or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rosenlawfirm/.

Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

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Contact Information:

Laurence Rosen, Esq.
Phillip Kim, Esq.
The Rosen Law Firm, P.A.
275 Madison Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Tel: (212) 686-1060
Toll Free: (866) 767-3653
Fax: (212) 202-3827
lrosen@rosenlegal.com
pkim@rosenlegal.com
cases@rosenlegal.com
www.rosenlegal.com

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FBS and Dignity for Children Foundation Enhance Educational Facilities in a Kuala Lumpur School

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach – 10 October 2023 – FBS, a leading global broker, embarks on its CSR journey and is proud to partner with Dignity for Children Foundation, Malaysia’s major charity organization. In a joint endeavor to make a meaningful impact on the local community, FBS contributed to the improvement of education facilities at the Dignity Education Center in Kuala Lumpur. This philanthropic collaboration lies behind FBS’s commitment to improving access to quality education for all, following the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Students of Dignity Education Center
Students of Dignity Education Center

As part of this partnership, FBS funded a classroom refurbishment project at the Dignity Education Center located in Kuala Lumpur. The monetary donation provided by FBS enabled the school to install air conditioners, video projectors, and school furniture, thereby creating an enriched learning environment for the students. The newly renovated classrooms have already opened doors to more than 50 young learners.

FBS has also ensured that each student’s academic journey is equipped with the essential tools for success. In addition to the classroom improvements, FBS provided gifts with preliminary stationery and school supplies, including backpacks, t-shirts, caps, workbooks, and more. These contributions aim to lessen the financial burden on families, boost students’ confidence, and empower them on their educational journey.

To celebrate the opening of the refurbished school facilities, a representative from FBS paid a visit to the Dignity Education Center on October 9. FBS’s Representative in Malaysia Aizzat Arfa greeted the young learners and handed over the gifts from FBS. This special gathering celebrates the FBS’s commitment to making a tangible difference in the daily lives of the growing generation.

“FBS is more than just a broker and trading platform; we are a global organization that cares deeply about social responsibility and aims to impact society positively. Our partnership with Dignity for Children Foundation is a testament to our dedication to improving access to better education. The FBS team has been very excited to see the young minds as they started using the renovated class area and now have improved learning facilities,” said Aizzat Arfa, FBS’s Representative in Malaysia, following his visit to the Dignity Education Center.

In response to this collaboration, Renee Koo, Head of Marketing & Communications at Dignity for Children Foundation, expressed their gratitude, saying, “We are grateful to FBS as they have made a meaningful contribution to our cause. This collaboration will have a positive impact on the educational opportunities available to our students. Together, we are improving the physical infrastructure and nurturing the dreams and aspirations of these young learners.”

FBS and Dignity for Children Foundation aim to create a brighter future for underprivileged children in Kuala Lumpur and provide them with the resources and opportunities they deserve.

For more information about FBS and its CSR initiatives, please visit www.ms-brokerfbs.com/news.

Hashtag: #FBS #DignityForChildren #CSR #charity


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About FBS

FBS is a licensed global broker with over 14 years of experience and more than 75 international awards. FBS is steadily developing as one of the market’s most trusted brokers, with its traders numbering more than 27,000,000 and its partners exceeding 500,000 around the globe. The annual trading volume of FBS clients is over $8.9 trillion. FBS is also the Official Partner of Leicester City Football Club.

About Dignity for Children Foundation

Dignity for Children Foundation is a non-governmental organization that provides holistic care and education for urban poor children in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Its work began in 1998 in Sentul, Kuala Lumpur with only 20 students. Dignity is now a learning center with more than 2,300 children (from over 25 nationalities) ranging from 2-19 years old.

Viu recognised for its contribution to making K-wave a global phenomenon at Asia Contents Awards & Global OTT Awards 2023

As part of Busan International Film Festival in South Korea

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach – 9 October 2023 – PCCW (SEHK: 0008) – Viu, Asia’s leading pan-regional OTT video streaming service, announced today that it had won the award for “Special Contribution for K-Wave” at the Asia Contents Awards and Global OTT Awards (ACA & G.OTT Awards) 2023 held in South Korea on 8 October 2023. The newly introduced category recognises the contribution of OTT streamers to making K-content a global phenomenon. Viu is one of the first winners in the category, having brought Korean and other Asian content to a wide audience globally, with over 60 million active users in its footprint.

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Co-hosted by South Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT and Busan Metropolitan City authorities, and co-organised by the Busan International Film Festival and Korea Radio Promotion Association, the ACA & G.OTT Awards celebrates the achievements of excellent content made for TV, OTT and online channels across Asia. The event is a rebrand of the fifth-edition Asia Contents Awards (ACA), as part of its efforts to embrace changes in the growing content industry and support well-made domestic and international content.

Since its launch in 2015, Viu has been one of the strongest promoters of Asian content, especially K-content, outside of Korea in the digital space. Currently in its eighth year of operation, Viu offers localised K-dramas on the same day as their telecast in Korea, on top of actively investing in Korean Viu Originals. Viu was also among the first OTT service providers to launch a freemium model in Asia, which helped accelerate its uptake and the legal consumption of Korean content in the digital space, effectively monetising K-content for both AVOD and SVOD.

Janice Lee, CEO, Viu & PCCW Media Group, said, “We are grateful for the recognition of Viu for its achievements as an OTT streamer in popularising K-content globally and Asian Viu Originals across Asia, the Middle East and South Africa. We thank our many partners in Korea for entrusting us with their creative work and for lending us their support over the years. Korean content has been one of the key pillars of our success across markets. It continues to be an important part of our mix of offerings alongside Viu Originals productions, which include local adaptations of popular K-dramas like She Was Pretty, upcoming W in Malaysia, Flower of Evil in the Philippines, and the recently announced remake of Reborn Rich in Thailand. We remain committed to bringing the best of Korean and other Asian content to a global audience.”

Moon Munyeon Kim, Chief of Organising Committee, ACA & G.OTT commented, “We’re truly honoured and grateful for receiving over 210 entries for our awards event this year and would like to share the valuable moments with all nominees and winners of each award category in Busan. Most significantly, it’s our great pleasure to celebrate Viu as a winner of ‘Special Contribution for K-Wave’ category. We really appreciate Viu’s contribution to distributing K-content worldwide with various international languages and believe that Viu is the one to show us how K-content moves in the global market.”

Hashtag: #Viu #PCCW

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About Viu

Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional over-the-top (OTT) video streaming service, is available in 16 markets across Asia, the Middle East and South Africa, with 65.5 million monthly active users (MAU) as of June 2023. In July 2023, PCCW and CANAL+ formed a strategic partnership to accelerate the growth of Viu, making CANAL+ a minority shareholder in Viu.

The Viu service is available to consumers through a dual model with an ad-supported free tier and a premium subscription tier (consisting of different subscription options).

Viu offers fresh premium TV series, movies and lifestyle programmes, in different genres from top content providers, in local and regional languages and subtitles. It also produces premium original productions under the brand “Viu Original”. Viu also offers users streaming and download features and localised user interfaces across a myriad of connected devices. Viu can provide the best viewing experience regardless of device or network conditions.

Viu-ers can access the service via the Viu app (available for free on App Store and Google Play) on connected devices, e.g. smartphones and tablets, selected smart TVs, and on the web by logging into.

In addition, Viu Scream Dates is Viu’s fan meet offering across its markets. Viu Scream Dates aims to extend the Viu experience beyond the screens by bringing the stars closer to their fans via live events and experiences. Viu International Limited, through its subsidiary Moov (Hong Kong) Limited, also operates MOOV, a popular digital music streaming and live music concerts service in Hong Kong.

About PCCW Limited

PCCW Limited (SEHK: 0008) is a global company headquartered in Hong Kong which holds interests in telecommunications, media, IT solutions, property development and investment, and other businesses.

The Company holds a majority stake in the HKT Trust and HKT Limited, Hong Kong’s premier telecommunications service provider and leading operator of fixed-line, broadband, mobile communication and media entertainment services. HKT delivers end-to-end integrated solutions employing emerging technologies to assist enterprises in transforming their businesses. HKT has also built a digital ecosystem integrating its loyalty programme, e-commerce, travel, insurance, big data analytics, fintech and healthtech services to deepen its relationship with customers.

PCCW owns a fully integrated multimedia and entertainment group in Hong Kong engaged in the provision of over-the-top (OTT) video service locally and in other regions, as well as content production, artiste management and the event business.

Through HK Television Entertainment Company Limited, PCCW also operates a domestic free TV service in Hong Kong.

In addition, PCCW holds a stake in Pacific Century Premium Developments Limited and other overseas investments.

To learn more about PCCW, please visit .

Myanmar’s Top Court Declines to Hear Suu Kyi’s Special Appeals in Abuse of Power, Bribery Cases

Myanmar’s then leader Aung San Suu Kyi delivers a speech in Naypyitaw, Myanmar, on 28 January 2020. (Photo: AP)

BANGKOK (AP) — Myanmar’s Supreme Court on Friday declined to hear special appeals from the country’s ousted leader Aung San Suu Kyi against her convictions in six corruption cases where she was found guilty of abusing her authority and accepting bribes, a legal official said.

Samsung’s Most Powerful Cordless Stick Vacuum, Bespoke Jet™ AI Now Available in Singapore

The Bespoke Jet™ AI delivers exceptionally powerful cleaning performance along with smart features that keeps homes hygienic and clean

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach – 9 October 2023 – Samsung Electronics Singapore unveiled the Bespoke Jet™ AI, its most powerful cordless stick vacuum[1] yet. Boasting powerful suction power of up to 280W[2], AI-based cleaning functionality and a self-emptying enhanced All-in-One Clean Station™, the Bespoke Jet™ AI provides consumers with a convenient, smart-cleaning solution for any home.

Bespoke Jet™ AI is designed to effectively clean any homes with up to 280W of suction power and AI Cleaning Mode.
Bespoke Jet™ AI is designed to effectively clean any homes with up to 280W of suction power and AI Cleaning Mode.

“Maintaining a clean and hygienic living space continues to be key for homeowners in Singapore. Designed with every lifestyle in mind, the Bespoke Jet™ is powered by new AI-based cleaning functionalities which make cleaning more intelligent for various environments at home. Along with its sleek design, exceptional suction power, and an enhanced, self-emptying All-in-One Clean Station™, Samsung wants to deliver a premium and convenient cleaning experience for users,” said Gavin Yeong, Head of Digital Appliances, Samsung Electronics Singapore.

Samsung’s Most Powerful and Longest-Running Cordless Stick Vacuum Yet

The Bespoke Jet™ AI delivers a powerful, hygienic cleaning experience, with up to 100 minutes of usage without recharging
The Bespoke Jet™ AI delivers a powerful, hygienic cleaning experience, with up to 100 minutes of usage without recharging

The Bespoke Jet™ AI features the powerful HexaJet Motor which, with up to 280W of suction power, makes it Samsung’s most powerful vacuum motor to date. In addition, the vacuum boasts the longest single battery runtime of up to 100 minutes of usage on a single charge[3]. The battery features 80% more capacity than the previous model and has been optimised to retain 70% of its performance for up to 500 cycles.[4]

Samsung Bespoke Jet™ Premium Extra in Satin Black also comes equipped with an additional battery, effectively doubling the total runtime to an impressive 200 minutes when both batteries are used consecutively.

AI-Based Cleaning for an Exceptional Intelligent Cleaning Experience

AI Cleaning Mode

The Bespoke Jet™ AI provides a more effective cleaning experience while catering to a diverse range of environments with the AI Cleaning Mode[5]. The vacuum can help identify floor types[6], such as carpets and wooden floors, and adjust suction power accordingly to maximise battery efficiency and optimise cleaning6. It is also the first cordless stick vacuum cleaner to feature an AI verification from UL Solutions, a leading independent safety science organisation[7].

With AI Cleaning Mode, the Bespoke Jet™ AI will first detect the brush load it has encountered through its suction motion controller, as well as the air pressure through its pressure sensors. This data will then be analysed to classify the floor type it is placed on, and the resulting algorithm will be automatically applied to provide the optimal suction power, making cleaning convenient by eliminating the need for users to manually adjust the suction power.

When used with the Slim LED Brush+, the vacuum is easier to navigate in various conditions or on different surfaces, improving manoeuvrability by up to 8%[8]. Slim LED Brush+ also helps the Bespoke Jet™ AI efficiently suck fine dust on hard floors, while reducing battery usage by up to 21%.

In addition to the AI Cleaning Mode, SmartThings[9] enables users to customise their vacuum and its functions while ensuring peak performance through the smart self-diagnosis function. This feature not only enhances the cleaning experience but also tracks and reports cleaning history, conducts self-diagnosis checks, and provides a personalised maintenance guide.

More Hygienic Experiences with an Upgraded All-in-One Clean Station™ and Accessories

The Bespoke Jet™ AI’s enhanced All-in-One Clean Station™ harnesses Air Pulse technology[10] to automatically empty the dustbin for quicker and more hygienic cleaning. It now features the latest Air Spin Edge technology, which rotates the Spinning Cyclone at a blade rate of up to 1,000 RPM to effectively remove 99%[11] of hair.

The All-in-One Clean Station™ can now automatically shut its cover after every disposal and offers a powerful dust management performance with a 99.999%[12] Multi-layered Filtration System to trap fine dust.

Additionally, the Bespoke Jet™ AI also features a selection of brushes and other in-box accessories. The Slim LED Brush+ features an anti-tangle roller on the front to ensure uninterrupted cleaning with a highly manoeuvrable design as well as LED lighting in order to effectively clean even in darker and trickier areas.

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The Spray Spinning Sweeper allows the user to manually dispense additional water from its 150ml anti-bacterial tank while its microfiber pads combat the growth of over 99% of specific bacteria. It also includes the Pet Tool+ brush, specially designed for picking up thin and easily missed pet hairs.

The Bespoke Jet™ AI also provides users with additional accessories for a more thorough clean. The Combination Tool features a small brush at the end for a versatile clean, suitable for upholstery and keyboards, while the Crevice Tool[13] reaches tight corners and other awkward areas to pick up dust and dirt quickly in these narrow crevices and nooks. Lastly, the Flex Tool is able to bend up to 90 degrees to clean hard-to-reach places, such as the tops of cabinets or shelves.

For more convenient storage of the tools and brushes the Accessory Cradle allows users to keep their cleaning tools organised and accessible. Additionally, the Bespoke Jet™ AI Premium Extra includes a battery charging kit, to allow users to charge the spare battery separately.

Available in two timeless Bespoke colours: Satin Black and Satin Greige, the Bespoke Jet™ AI is set to transform cleaning into a smart, adaptive, and efficient process, while giving homes a touch of modernity while displayed.

Availability and Pricing

The new Samsung’s Bespoke Jet™ AI is now available on the Samsung Online Store and at selected consumer electronic stores.

Model RRP
Bespoke Jet™ AI premium Handstick Vacuum 280W – Satin Greige
(VS28C976FQG/SP)
S$1,399
Bespoke Jet™ AI premium extra Handstick Vacuum 280W – Satin Black (VS28C979FQK/SP) S$1,499

For more information, please visit: https://www.samsung.com/sg/vacuum-cleaners/bespoke-jet-ai/


[1] Compared to the stated suction power of cordless vacuum products in Samsung.

[2] Based on testing by the Korea Testing Laboratory, in accordance with the IEC62885-4: 2020 standard. Measured at the inlet of the non-motorised tool when the dustbin is empty, using Jet Mode and a large capacity battery that is fully charged.

[3] The stated run time is based on using a large capacity battery that is fully charged at the minimum power level with a non-motorised tool attached. Results may vary depending on actual usage.

[4] Maintains 70% capacity after 500 cycles of use, based on the battery package capacity (4500mA). 1 cycle: Full discharge after being fully charged (100% ~ 0%). Results may vary depending on usage. Based on internal testing.

[5] AI Cleaning mode related functions/performance will be continuously updated and upgraded through SmartThings.

[6] The ability to identify different cleaning environments can be affected by environmental conditions.

[7] In May 2023 it was the first cordless stick vacuum cleaner to receive AI Certification from UL Solutions, a leading independent safety science organisation.

[8] Based on internal testing when using the Slim LED Brush+, in accordance with the global average ratio of the floor composition – wooden floor 76% and carpet 24%. It achieves the same cleaning performance as Mid mode with 2% or less difference in cleaning efficiency, in accordance with the IEC 62885-2 Cl. 5.1 and 5.3 standard. The battery consumption was measured based on the actual amount of power consumed while using the vacuum cleaner for 35 minutes from a fully charged state. The manoeuvrability is based on the actual measured value in accordance with the IEC 62885-2 CL. 7.3.9 standard. Results may vary depending on the actual usage conditions.

[9] SmartThings App is compatible on Android or IOS device, with Android 6.0 and higher or IOS 10.0 and higher, and Wi-Fi® connectivity to the mobile device. A Wi-Fi® connection and a Samsung account are required.

[10] Based on internal testing using various types of dusts. Results may vary depending on the actual usage conditions.

[11] Based on internal testing. The hair removal rate is measured by comparing the weight of the dustbin before and after sucking in hair until it reaches the Max Line and being emptied using the Clean Station. Results may vary depending on the actual usage condition.

[12] Based on internal testing, in accordance with the IEC 62885-2, CL.5.11 standard. Results may vary depending on the actual usage conditions.

[13] Based on testing by the Korea Analysis Test Researcher, in accordance with the AATCC-100, JIS-L-1902, KS K 0693, KS K 0890 and AATCC-147 standards. Deactivates 99.9% of Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli bacteria. Results may vary depending on actual usage conditions.

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