KUALA LUMPUR, 12 October 2023 – TM is pleased to announce an immersive digital experience that can be enjoyed by local football fans and Harimau Malaya supporters in a combined effort with the Football Association of Malaysia (FAM).
As the Official Technology Partner for FAM and Harimau Malaya, TM, through Unifi Mobile, has teamed up with Fresnel Group of Companies to revolutionise the home football viewing experience. With innovations such as 360° Live Streaming of matches and a Virtual Reality (VR) Tour of the National Stadium Bukit Jalil powered by 5G, fans will enjoy an enhanced experience when cheering for our national team during the upcoming Pestabola Merdeka, both at home and on-the-go.
On 13th October, fans can experience the Malaysia vs India match from diverse angles in a stunning 8K quality made possible through 360° Live Streaming, enabled by 5G technology. This immersive experience is delivered through dual 360° cameras strategically positioned at the National Stadium Bukit Jalil’s grandstand and goalposts, offering a one-of-a-kind viewing experience that allows fans to be virtually part of the action and feel the pulsating energy of the stadium. Malaysians are invited to immerse into this experience by tuning in to Unifi’s YouTube channel (youtube.com/@UnifiYourWorld) or visiting unifi.com.my/harimaumalaya.
Hardcore football enthusiasts should also not miss the opportunity for an interactive VR Stadium Tour, exclusively accessible through Unifi Mobile Prepaid’s Limited Edition Harimau Malaya starter packs. This unique experience offers fans the chance to explore National Stadium Bukit Jalil – the proud home of Harimau Malaya. Fans will gain access to iconic behind-the-scenes locations including locker rooms and training facilities, previously unseen by the public. Through UNI5G, fans can virtually experience the excitement of the pitch as if they were physically present there, all from the comfort of their own homes or while on the go.
Shanti Jusnita, TM’s Chief Marketing Officer said, “We are proud to partner with FAM and Fresnel Group of Companies in supporting Harimau Malaya and our local football scene. We have always seen football to be a bridge where Malaysians come together to support our Harimau Malaya team. As an enabler for Digital Malaysia, we are doing our part to innovate the digitisation of home football by bringing 5G applications and experiences to Malaysians through our UNI5G.”
Unifi has been crowned the 2023 award winner by Ookla® for delivering the best mobile video experience in Malaysia. As the nation comes together to rally behind our Harimau Malaya team during Pestabola Merdeka, fans can be confident they are backed by the nation’s leading mobile video experience provider.
In addition, through the Unifi Mobile Roar Louder campaign, fans visiting the Unifi Mobile booth at the Pestabola Merdeka from 13 to 17 October will have an exclusive chance to grab the coveted Limited Edition Harimau Malaya Jersey, Harimau Malaya Mafla, general access tickets and an instant RM5 cashback when they purchase UNI5G Prepaid Monthly Unlimited Plan, which includes Unlimited 4G+5G Data, Unlimited Calls and 5GB Hotspot – all for only RM45.
Datuk Haji Hamidin Haji Mohd Amin, President of FAM said, “We are glad to see the efforts and outcome from the partnership we have with TM at this point. We are excited to present to our local football fans this 360° immersive viewing experience. Offering this experience with the long missed Pestabola Merdeka will hopefully be something unforgettable.”
Fans are also invited to visit the Unifi Mobile booth at the National Stadium Bukit Jalil on 13 - 17 October to participate in various exciting activities.
To know more about Unifi Mobile Prepaid and its exclusive offering, visit unifi.com.my/prepaid.
*Unifi is Malaysia’s Speedtest Awards™ winner for Best Mobile Video Experience during Q1-Q2 2023 period. Based on analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data for Q1–Q2 2023. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission.
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