Shopee shares numbers on how PENJANA helped Malaysians; to further help this 9.9 Super Shopping Day

Shopee just shared some numbers on how the Short-Term Economic Recovery Plan (PENJANA) Shop Malaysia Online has helped Malaysians nationwide and shared a success story with us. And of course, Shopee is bringing more exciting deals to further stimulate the economy this 9.9 Super Shopping Day.
Today, Shopee sat down together with Vach Pillutla, Chief Executive Officer of Al-Ikhsan Sports Sdn Bhd, Prasad Babu, Head of Enablers & Demand Generation of E-commerce Division of MDEC, and Gan Poe Yee, Online Manager of Gadget Velocity.

Shopee has shared their statistics this time around that they generated over RM200 million in sales by local retailers and traders on the e-commerce platform as of 31 August. Today is the mid-point review and it was revealed that close to 2 million Malaysians who took advantage of the savings and cashback to shop.

Ian Ho, the Regional Managing Director of Shopee, has shared that Shop Malaysia Online’s initiative to have a new theme every week to keep things exciting for consumers. is also a part of the success. As an effort to help sellers and consumers alike, Shopee has added the “Local Seller” tag so that we can identify if the seller is from Malaysia or not.
Vach Pillutla, Chief Executive Officer of Al-Ikhsan Sports Sdn Bhd has said that the pandemic has challenged and shifted businesses from offline to purely online during the quarantine. There was a massive overhaul in how the business operates, too.

To further elevate the 9.9 Super Shopping Day sales, Shopee is pushing for the upcoming 9.9 Super Shopping Day. From today until 9th September, we’ll get free shipping with a purchase of RM9, offering 50% off vouchers, and RM9 deals daily during Shocking Sale. There are also lots of games with prizes of up to RM99,000 up for grabs. There are also 9 units of the Samsung Galaxy Note20 to be won when we play Shopee Farm.
And to countdown to the 9.9 Super Shopping Day, there will be games, performances, and acts by local celebrities ranging from Ernie Zakri, Dato’ Aaron Aziz, Ayda Jebat, Alif Satar, Wany Hasrita, and many more.
The event will start on 8th September 2020 from 9pm on Shopee Live, YouTube, Astro Prima, and Hello. The Shopee 9.9 Super Show is brought to you by Drypers, Dettol, P&G, Friso, PediaSure, Nescafé, and L’Oréal. Of course, there are lots of prizes and vouchers to be won too.
To get some PENJANA vouchers, click here. And to learn more about the 9.9 Super Shopping Day incentives, click here.

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FaceTime on web means accessibility to all – including Huawei

During WWDC 2021, Apple made the announcement that FaceTime is going to be opened up to other non-Apple platforms as well – including Android and Windows.
When I saw that news at first, I thought that Apple developed an app for the two platforms individually, but as it turned out, Apple is opening up FaceTime to Windows and Android via web. The more I think about it, the more I’m liking this decision honestly.

Sometimes, there’s no need for a dedicated app just to do something simple. In fact, I find it pointless for a participant to install the app. Personally, I don’t even install the Microsoft Teams or Zoom app whenever I join online conferences. I just join via the web.
As FaceTime opens up, it also allows users to schedule the calls and send the link to that particular call beforehand – like what Microsoft Teams, Zoom, WebEx, and a variety of other online conference apps are already doing.

I took a step back to further digest all of this information – and I came to the conclusion that everyone can benefit from this. Even Huawei, for that matter.
You see, Huawei was – and still is – banned from using any of Google’s services. It heavily affected its customers to the point where our reviews of the Huawei devices are consistently getting questions on how their kids can use Google Meet or Google Classroom to attend classes. Unfortunately, that is something that I cannot help them with – but perhaps Apple can.

But, assuming the upcoming “FaceTime Web” works the same as regular FaceTime but joinable via web, then it should be possible to have 32 participants in a single FaceTime call at the same time.
Perhaps with Apple’s massive userbase number, it is enough to get a headstart over other online video conferencing services.

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Review – Sharkoon BW9000-W ATX Case

We’re not one to talk about PC components, but let’s start off with this – the Sharkoon BW9000-W. This case right here is available in two different color schemes – either black or white. The one I have with me here white. It’s a beautiful case with notable features all throughout the case, and I have to say that it’s actually quite a nice case.
Unboxing
Firstly, let’s talk about the box itself. The Sharkoon BW9000-W comes in a very basic black-and-white cardboard box and has some crucial information regarding its compatibility printed at the front.

There are some pretty bold claims about the Sharkoon BW9000-W on the box itself, and of course, we’re here to take a look into that. Digging deeper into the box, we found a nicely molded foam piece that protects the case itself from any damages. Decent quality foam too.
Even the model name “BW9000” is molded there.
Flipping all of the contents out reveals a pretty standard packaging for any other computer case.

Protected by two pieces of thick foam on both sides, preventing any sort of bumps that the Sharkoon BW9000-W might have during transport. The case fits in really snugly too.

Unwrapping the plastic reveals a very clean packaging style that Sharkoon has opted for. I’m really liking the packaging so far.
Also, all of the accessories are packed in this little box.  That measurement is specific – because it fits in the 3.5-inch hard disk slot snugly. The box even has screw holes on all 4 sides to mount on the toolless mounting mechanism, by the way.

Digging out all of the documentations, accessories, and other included items reveal quite a complete range of things to complete the work cleanly with. More on this later.
Speaker, lots of screws, a few thumb screws, a beeper speaker, few zip ties, a 5.25 converter bay. Most importantly, a motherboard stud screw! Everything is nicely labeled and packed accordingly!
Design
Aesthetically, the Sharkoon BW9000-W is really clean. Here is a series of pictures I took.
                                              Side panel with acrylic window.
Material-wise, the Sharkoon BW9000-W is built on metal, but don’t expect thick, cold, and hard metal like the Cooler Master HAF 932 – the case that I was using before the Sharkoon BW9000-W.
The Sharkoon BW9000-W has an adequately-sized acrylic side panel, which I think shows off pretty much all of the goods inside.
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The black motherboard tray here coherently complements the black-coloured parts in the case. A nice touch by Sharkoon.
Specifications

Features
External
There are a few notable selling points that are worth highlighting on the Sharkoon BW9000-W. Let’s go through one by one.
Firstly, the magnetic dust filters at the top. They sit in flushed – nice and clean.
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However… the top dust filter panel could have a better-looking magnet strip instead of what we got here, though.
It’s just not as clean as I’d hope it to be. But it works!
Secondly, there is a slider-style dust filter for the PSU too. Very nice!
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Thirdly, the front panel can be removed without any tools. Also, all of the I/O ports and buttons are placed at the top. All of the cables for these ports and buttons are grouped together, so the front panel can be removed and rotated away, so that there is some extra space to work on the front panel.
Also, this cutout is way more overkill than it needs to be, but that doesn’t affect the case overall.
While on the subject of the front I/O panel, there are two USB 3.0 ports and two more USB 2.0 ports, a power button with an activity LED, a headphone and a microphone jack. To be honest, I think it’s adequate. The lack of a dedicated reset switch is a little bothersome, but holding the power button for a few seconds do the same thing anyway. Just that it gets a little frustrating during overclocking sessions.
Sharkoon did a really good job in keeping the aesthetic clean, though!

Underneath the front panel is where the two included 140mm fans are located. Also, there’s a large dust filter that uses a clamp mechanism to secure itself onto the case. The filter can be taken out easily, of course.
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Those fan filters used here are pretty okay too. The gaps aren’t too small or too big, but they can definitely filter larger gunk out. again, removing it is really simple. There are 2 plastic clips on each side with connected tabs, and will have to be pushed outwards, then pulled away from the case to remove the front fan filter.
Steps to remove the front dust filter is intricate, but it was easy once I knew how to remove it.
At the back, there’s a 120mm fan included in the case itself. This one is a transparent one, and has built-in blue LEDs.

This fan, however, is way too bright for my taste. Also, the colour scheme on the Sharkoon BW9000-W is locked in white/blue. More on this later.
Some extra spacing for cable headroom for both the I/O panel and motherboard.
Internal
Inside the Sharkoon BW9000-W reveals a lot of interesting features. The first thing that grabbed my attention is the removable triple 3.5-inch hard drive cage.
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It should be noted that the Sharkoon BW9000-W’s removable hard disk cage does block the front-facing radiator mounting. The front fans can still be utilized, but swapping the front fans are a little troublesome, as it requires the either the cage to be removed for easy access, or removing the other front fan and try to slot it upwards.

Behind the black motherboard tray, there is quite a lot of space between the back panel and tray itself. Also, there are quite a lot of loops for cable management. All the cutouts and rubber grommets included are great.

Speaking of the cutouts, the CPU cutout is decently-sized, and it’s correctly positioned.
I think that the case can be further improved with some dedicated SSD mounting slots behind the motherboard tray, and then include another option to totally remove both the hard drive cages. Maybe another option to remove the 5.25-inch bay too! That would be really fantastic!
Building in the Sharkoon BW9000-W
Right here are the hardware that I’m building in the Sharkoon BW9000-W.

Testing hardware configuration

CPU
Intel i5-6400 @ 4.0GHz

Motherboard
ASRock Z170 Pro4

GPU
MSI GEFORCE GTX 1060 3GT OC

Memory
Corsair Vengeance LPX 4GBx4

Power supply
FSP Hexa+ 550W

The case itself is actually very easy to build with. I took out the extra 3.5-inch hard drive cage since I have no use for it – and it looks so much cleaner. However, removing them reveals one issue – cable management.
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In my case (pun intended), my PSU isn’t modular. There is some cable management difficulty right here, but I managed to squish all the cables behind. This case is big enough for all the cables to be stashed behind the motherboard tray, mind you. The other thing to take note is the gap between that fixed drive cage and the front fans. If no radiators are used, then that gap is empty – but no cables should be stashed in there as the fan blades might catch it.
By the way, it should be noted that all of the stock fans have weird fan cables. It has a 3-pin fan connector, but there’s another Molex splitter attached to it. There’s no way of separating the Molex connector without cutting it directly. 🙁
I realized that the top side is very spacious, and there is quite a lot of clearance between the motherboard and the fan mounts.
You can mount a 2x140mm or 3x120mm radiator up there!
The case is aesthetically pleasing too – and I like the minimalist whiteout look that it has. Again, the rear fan is just way too bright for me – and replacing the fan might be an issue for many people.
Why? Because the Sharkoon BW9000-W has indirect lighting with fixed color at the front.

It’s actually a very nice touch to the aesthetics, but they’re powered by Molex cables – so keep that in mind. The end result is a very sleek build with those lights.
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Temperatures
Coming from the ancient HAF 932 – an old case built out of thick metal and full of holes and large fans, the Sharkoon BW9000-W actually performs very well.
I ran synthetic benchmarks with AIDA64 in an air-conditioned room, and here are the results I got.

Idle
Stress CPU only
Stress GPU only
Stress both

CPU (℃)
40
60
53
65

GPU (℃)
30
30
62
61

It’s pretty good, considering that I’m only using a stock cooler. However, noise is definitely an issue here. It’s loud.
Wrap up
The Sharkoon BW9000-W is a beautiful case – no doubt. There are some questionable design choices such as the included fans’ cables, but that can easily be fixed by a quick fan swap. Cable management for non-modular power supplies might be an issue here because there’s just no space to stash the extra cables if all hard disk slots are occupied.

All of the included fan filters are nice and easily accessible, and the I/O ports are appropriately placed too.
For the price of RM299, it’s a little on the pricey side – but I can assure you, it’s a nice case.
Be sure to check out our full gallery of images on the next page!
                   Even the model name “BW9000” is written there.                                                Slotted in through its railings and secured in place with thumb screws behind.            After removing the cage.                                                  Side panel with acrylic window.              Both side panels removed.          One side panel removed.                                           With the front dust filter.            Without the front dust filter.              Easily removable dust filter.          A little slot beneath the PSU.                            It’s just not as clean as I’d hope it to be. But it works!          Without the magnetic dust filter. Mounts up to 3x120mm fans.          Without the magnetic filter. Flushed aesthetics!                                                                                You can mount a 2x140mm or 3x120mm radiator up there!

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vivo’s new V27e smartphone debuts with RM1,299 price tag in Malaysia

vivo Malaysia has announced and revealed the latest member in the V27 family which is the V27e.

While the “e” notation often time means that it is a lite device compared to other models, the V27e is packing more value than ever with increasingly matured technology making the good stuff cheaper as time goes on.
Everything is within the mid-range section as expected but given the price tag, I’d say this is one of the value buys you can get right now if you like ColorOS in general.
Here’s a quick rundown of its specs.

6.62-inch AMOLED Display

1080p Resolution
Middle Punch Hole Notch
120Hz Refresh Rate

MediaTek Helio G99 Chipset
8GB RAM
256GB Storage
Triple Rear Camera

Main: 64MP f/1.8 with PDAF, OIS
Macro: 2MP f/2.4
Depth Sensor

32MP Selfie Camera
4,600mAh Battery

66W Fast Charge

Lavender Purple, Glory Black Colors

Price and Availability
At just RM1,299, the vivo V27e is hosting a special sale for a month starting from March 4 where each purchase comes with a bundle of goodies including a Bluetooth speaker, a smart tag, 1-Year Extended Warranty plus Screen Protection coverage.
Online platforms are the usual Shopee, Lazada, and official E-Store in addition to the new TikTok store.

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Realme 3 Pro starts at RM899; Realme C2 starts at RM429

Realme Malaysia just announced two new smartphones in the market today. We have the anticipated Realme 3 Pro and also the Realme C2 here, and here are the details on where and how you can buy them.
Let’s first talk about the Realme 3 Pro. This is considered Realme Malaysia’s “flagship” model (given that the Realme X is not in Malaysia yet). Continuing with the trend of low price and great specs, the new Realme 3 Pro is certainly a phone that owe will see on the hands of many people.

Realme 3 Pro in Nitro Blue.
Here is the list of specs:

6.3-inch IPS LCD display with waterdrop notch

2340×1080 pixels in resolution

Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset
4GB or 6GB RAM
64GB or 128GB storage with microSD card slot
Dual rear-facing cameras

16MP f/1.7 camera with PDAF
5MP depth sensor

25MP selfie camera
4,045mAh batter with VOOC 3.0 (5V 4A)
Android 9.0 Pie with ColorOS 6.0

We have also just reviewed the Realme 3 Pro. Click here to check it out. As for the price of the Realme 3 Pro, it is available in two variants:

4GB RAM + 64GB storage @ RM899
6GB RAM + 128GB storage @ RM1,099

The Realme 3 Pro will be available on Lazada starting on the 15th May at 10am, then available nationwide in stores on starting on the 18th May.
Then comes the Realme C2. This is their entry-level smartphone with a very low price with still a great aesthetic.

6.1-inch IPS LCD display with 1560×720 pixels in resolution
MediaTek Helio P22 chipset
Up to 3GB RAM
Up to 32GB of internal storage
Dual rear-facing cameras

13MP f/2.2 with PDAF
2MP f/2.4 depth sensor

5MP f/2.0 selfie camera
4,000mAh battery

Compared to the previous generation, Realme segregated both the Realme 3 (review) and the Realme C2 with a bigger gap and with minimal overlap in terms of specs. Great job on that, Realme!

The Realme C2 is available in two configurations:

2GB RAM + 16GB storage @ RM429
3GB RAM + 32GB storage @ RM499

This is just an unbelievable price as it has a very low price tag. I was actually predicting it to be somewhere around RM599, but Realme has surprised us once again.
It will be available for sale nationwide starting 18th MAy 2019, and on sale on Shopee starting on the 21st May at 9am.

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Review – ASUS ZenFone 5: New Phone, New Tech, Much Lower Price

This is the ASUS ZenFone 5 – not the ZenFone 5 back in 2014 that has Intel chipsets. With change of naming scheme from screen size to numerical increments for each generation after the first generation, it’s bound to go back to ZenFone 5 once again – and it’s happening here, today. ASUS even acknowledges this by making a hashtag #BackTo5 for its launch event at MWC2018.
All jokes aside – is the all-new ZenFone 5 worthy to take on the helm of what the ZenFone has built upon and known for? Let’s find out in this in-depth review.

In conjunction of the launch of the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M1) on the same day, check out that review as well!
Unboxing
So here’s the thing – with every generation of ZenFone thus far, ASUS has redesigned how the box looks. ZenFone 2 was an ambitious one that had everything printed in landscape view. ZenFone 3 and the ZenFone 3 Zoom on the other hand, went for a classy look with a black box with the logos and texts debossed in gold. ZenFone 4 saw 2 different colors, but was generally the same style with debossed logo and texts.

As for the latest ZenFone 5, ASUS continued the same trend – debossed logo. This time, instead of gold color, ASUS chose to stick with a strictly blue hue throughout the box. For some reason, the box feels really heavy compared to other phones.
Here’s a short unboxing video that we have to show off the new, beautiful box that holds the beautiful ZenFone 5.

As for the contents, it’s the same as many other smartphones in the market – a charger, USB-C cable, and earphones with a 3 different sizes. The earphones that came with the ZenFone 5 is actually a ZenEar Pro that is certified for High-Res Audio.
ASUS included one extra – and that’s a TPU case. It shares the same dimpled insides like its Max brethren, the ZenFone Max Pro (M1).

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Alright – the design. At first glance, the notched display is a very 2018 phone design. ASUS is now on track with the latest “trend” – which is good since ASUS got into the FullView display bandwagon very late last year.

The phone is reminiscent of the ZenFone 3 and ZenFone 4 as it is indeed a glass sandwich design. It’s a design that works – but please use the included TPU case to prevent the phone from sliding off the table and dropping onto the floor. Also, it obstructs some buttons to be pressed – which is unfortunate.

The ZenFone 5 that we have here is in the Meteor Silver color. Though it might sound like it’s a color that we’ve all seen before, I can assure you that the silver here is somewhat on the beige side. Even ASUS’s product page shows you its not entirely silver. The only way you can see the silvery beige color is at the frame of the phone. that’s because the back is just way too reflective to see.

Continuing the 2018 trend is vertically-stacked cameras. Hooray, I guess?
ASUS also included a TPU case, and it has dimples as mentioned earlier. These dimples prevent direct contact of the TPU with the case, which is beneficial as particles that got stuck inside the case won’t scratch your phone that easily. With my personal experience, a little salt crystal can cause a deep scratch.
Please use this included TPU case.
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ASUS has learned their lesson. For some reason, the ZenFone 4 series didn’t have AC-WiFi. I mean, for someone like me, I want to transfer large files via WiFi. Especially pictures. That’s where the 802.11ac WiFi comes in to the rescue. It’s not big of a deal to wait a little longer for the transfer, but it surely is something nice to have.
And hey – it has NFC too! We thought ASUS has forgotten about it!

Speaking of which, the ZenFone 5 comes with the usual SIM1 + combo slot. I’m guessing that ASUS wants the dedicated triple slots to be a ZenFone Max exclusive feature.
Instead of having a notification that it’s connected with an aptX-compatible wireless audio device like its predecessor, a notification appears in ZenUI 5.0. However, I can’t see what’s the battery level of my Bluetooth earphone as compared to the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M1) which has the pure Android 8.1 Oreo experience.

For physical ports, the ASUS ZenFone 5 has a 3.5mm audio jack, a USB-C and a loudspeaker. Standard array of ports thus far but it has triple microphones. Yes – triple.
          Two microphones here…            … and one more microphone at the botom beside the USB-C, 3.5mm audio jack, and speaker
The standard microphone setup is one at the bottom and another one at the top. There is a benefit in having triple microphones – and that’s to further cut the environmental noise down and capture your sound better.
Keep in mind that this microphone setup is not meant to record stereo audio. The only one microphone that records voice is at the bottom, beside the USB-C port.
Yes, a notched display.
As for the speakers, ASUS also has another not-so-new trick up its sleeve. The earpiece functions as a loudspeaker as well – thus the ASUS Zenfone 5 technically has stereo speakers. The earpiece speaker is optimized for mids and highs. The bottom speaker is more towards the lows, but it can do lows, mids, and highs as well. More on this later on the software part.
There’s also something called AI Ringtone where it automatically adjusts the ringtone volume according to the environment noise level. Very cool feature to have.
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Ah, that notched display. It’s the one design that every smartphone in 2018 should have. Take a look at the Huawei P20 and the Vivo V9 and their notches. The ZenFone 5 has a notch too.

Its 6.2-inch 19:9 aspect ratio Super IPS+ LCD display with 2246×1080 resolution is just beautiful. 90% screen-to-body ratio too. ASUS made a smart choice with its wallpapers as well. Upon starting the phone the first time, the brightly colored wallpaper shined through the screen with utmost brilliance.

In terms of color reproduction, the ZenFone 5 looks absolutely fantastic. Its color temperature is good and can be adjusted according to your own personal preference. There’s also an “auto” option where it will automatically adjust the color temperature for you according to the place you’re at.
When placed beside its cousin – the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M1) – it is very apparent that the ZenFone 5 has better contrast. The two phones are similar in brightness, but in terms of viewing quality, ZenFone 5 is obviously the winner here.
For those who liked Samsung’s Smart Stay feature, ASUS has implemented a similar feature here too called Smart Screen On. The screen timeout will be prolonged.
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Alright, let’s talk about the camera here. The ASUS ZenFone 5 comes with a vertically-stacked dual-camera design, like any other smartphones released this year. According to Apple, vertically stacking the cameras allow the phone to “see” better, thus resulting in better depth of field (a.k.a. bokeh) effect. Logically speaking, it makes sense since I take pictures in landscape mode. And in landscape mode, the cameras align horizontally.

          Dual cameras for the back            Single selfie camera
The ASUS ZenFone 5 is using a hybrid dual-camera system with a wide-angle lens, following its predecessor’s footsteps. Again, it’s up to your personal preference on whether you like a wide-angle lens or a telephoto lens. Learn more about dual-camera systems here.
As for the specs of the ASUS ZenFone 5’s cameras:

Rear-cameras

Sony IMX363 12MP sensor; f/1.8 24mm with PDAF, 4-axis OIS and EIS
OmniVision 8856 8MP sensor; f/2.0 12mm fixed focus with 120° wide-angle

Selfie camera

OmniVision 8856 8MP sensor; f/2.0 24mm fixed focus

It’s quite unfortunate that ASUS has decided to ditch their very own TriTech autofocus technology that combined continuous autofocus, phase-detection autofocus, and laser autofocus. The new ZenFone 5 just couldn’t focus as fast as the ZenFone 3 Zoom.
What about that AI camera?
It has a total of 16 different scene modes to detect – including one for cat and another for dog. There are also common scenes like sky, sunset, food, night view, and surprisingly, tripod scene. The night view is pretty much just detecting that it’s in low-light condition. We’ve seen this on older ZenFones as well.
ASUS promises that none of your data are sent to ASUS themselves. The photos used to improve their AI camera program is by using third party stock photos or contributed by ASUS ambassador photographers. Once the AI camera program is improved and refined, an update will be sent to us users through a firmware upgrade.

There are AI Photo Learning where it automatically recommends you effects to apply to pictures that you’ve taken, AI Gallery where it automatically sorts all photos you’ve taken according to people and/or scenes, and AI Scene Detection where it automatically tunes the image captured to better suite the scene.

Sample pictures
To view the images below in full size and to look at the EXIF data, click here to go to our Flickr album here.
Rear cameras
Primary camera
It’s worth mentioning that the ZenFone 5 scored a DxOMark photo score of 93, and through our very own test, the ZenFone 5’s camera does perform really well. It surely is better than the ZenFone Max Pro (M1) that we reviewed here.
First of all, the white balance. It’s surprisingly good and the pictures are always true to its colors. Secondly comes the color reproduction. Colors of pictures taken by the ZenFone 5 really does pop. It has enough contrast and saturation to help bring the picture to life. The picture with all the old and new shop signages really shows the ZenFone 5’s color reproduction.

Lastly, the exposure. For some reason, the ZenFone 5 tends to be a little underexposed when it comes to indoor shots. Outdoor shots – no matter day or night – is automatically adjusted to have a good exposure.

Then comes the AI part of things. I honestly don’t know what the AI does since there’s no way to turn the AI on or off to do a comparison. However, from what I can see, the picture taken outside of McDonald’s does look fantastic with the clear blue sky.

The ZenFone 5’s HDR mode really does make a huge difference to the picture too. I took three outdoor shots to compare with and without HDR – and they can all be seen in our Flickr album. To be honest, the HDR mode is aggressive enough to bring up the contrast and the details of the subject – especially tree leaves – and equalizes the brightness but not to the extreme.

In manual mode, the ZenFone 5 can go down to ISO 25 with a shutter speed ranging from 1/10000 second to 32 seconds. With this humongous range to play around with, light painting photography can be more flexible.

ASUS’s very own ambassador photographer, Peter M Tan, schooled me by showing me the picture he took with the ZenFone 5 at the heart of KL. I have to admit, this shot really accentuated the colors and brought the picture to life.
For more amazing pictures which I have no idea on how he took it, follow Peter’s Instagram account here.

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Secondary 120° wide-angle lens camera
As mentioned, the ASUS ZenFone 5 employs a hybrid dual-camera system. The secondary camera here is used to take wide-angle pictures. 120° to be exact. I personally prefer to have a telephoto lens like the ZenFone 3 Zoom, though.

The wide-angle lens has fixed focus, but not to worry as you’ll probably be taking image of subjects from a far distance. The wide-angle camera on the ZenFone 5 does have manual mode, just like its predecessor.

It can take some decent indoor wide-angle pictures too. If you have a tripod, then you can also take wide-angle shots with manual mode.
Selfie camera
I’m not much of a selfie person – but throughout my test, the selfie 8MP selfie camera is okay. The picture was taken indoors and while it’s not the best, it’s surely better than the ZenFone Max Pro (M1). Still no autofocus.

Camera UI & Other Features
In terms of the camera UI, there isn’t much change from the ZenFone 4. There are some additional features like slow motion recording. The ZenFone 5 can record 240FPS at 720p or 120FPS at 1080p.

Additionally, ASUS added some icons at the top left corner to signify what scene is detected by the AI. Once again, I have no idea why my keyboard is detected as food.
My keyboard isn’t food…
For pictures that have been taken and the AI Scene Detection actually worked, the photos will be categorized in folders. Since the AI Scene Detection isn’t exactly flushed out now and it detected my keyboard picture as food, it categorized that picture into the food album as well…
Lol ok.
Other camera-related feature like ZeniMoji was also added in ZenUI 5.0, but it’s stashed under the Selfie Master app. Features found in the Selfie Master app isn’t exactly selfie-exclusive too. I mean, the app can make collage and slideshows with screenshots and other pictures too.

Back to ZeniMoji. If ASUS wants to do it right, then there is quite a lot of work to be done here. There are only 3 emojis to choose from – ASUS’s very own Zenny the owl, a fox, and a blue bear. It’s really slow and has lots of delays as of the time of this review.
[UPDATE]: A day after the review was published, ASUS pushed a new firmware update for the ZenFone 5. The new update brings more ZeniMojis to the roster. With human faces and more cartoons – including horses – and a croissant monster too. Yeah, a croissant monster.

I think it’s a feature that ASUS just added to get on the hype train since iPhone announced their own AR Emoji gimmick. While it’s a nice feature to have, how many of you actually went back in there and actually make use of this feature? Except for Kizuna Ai, of course.
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ASUS is really taking AI to the next level by implemented AI to just about everything. There’s AI Gallery, AI Photo Learning, AI Scene Detection, AI Boost that we’ve mentioned earlier, and even AI Charging.
ASUS has stated really clearly and highlighted over and over again that they do not store or transmit any of your data. Everything happens in your phone only. This is especially important since the new ASUS ZenUI 5.0 has AI for camera, gallery app, battery charging, ringtone, sound output, and even screen color temperature like we mentioned earlier.
ASUS also added one of my favorite features into ZenUI 5.0 – and that’s fingerprint gesture. Swipe down on the fingerprint sensor and you can bring the notifications panel down. What took you so long?

ASUS also included features found in ZenUI 4.0. The settings for page marker, twin apps, Game Genie, ZeniMoji, and OptiFlex can be found in Settings –> Advanced. Actually, who uses these apps anyway?

The new Audio Wizard app that ZenUI 5.0 has is certainly one to take note of. The UI is clean
er than before and now has a feature where you can tune the frequency response to your own liking. There’s also a database of audio devices with customized frequency response as well. Just load it up and it works straight away.
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When it comes to performance, it’s a funny thing. It has the same chipset as the ZenFone Max Pro (M1) that we reviewed here, but comes with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. Let’s first talk about its core specs.

6.2-inch 19:9 aspect ratio IPS LCD display with 2246×1080 resolution
Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset with 14nm FinFET technology

4x 1.6GHz Kryo 260 LP + 4x 1.8GHz Kryo 26 HP

Adreno 509 GPU

96 ALUs

4GB LPDDR4X RAM
64GB storage
3,400mAh battery

ASUS has really put a lot of effort in improving the software side of things when it comes to gaming optimizations. Bringing down the notifications panel reveals a brand new button called “AI Boost”.

ASUS is really trying hard to make everything intelligent here, but does the AI Boost really work? Let’s take a look at the charts.

Clearly, the AI Boost works. By comparing the ZenFone 5 itself with and without AI Boost, a clear distinction can be seen. There’s also a big leap when it comes to CPU performance but not so much in terms of 3D graphics as shown in 3DMark benchmark.

In terms of gaming performance, it’s very similar if not identical to the ZenFone Max Pro (M1), as I can play Honkai Impact 3 with the same graphic settings. Everything is turned on and at 60FPS, but with the resolution at medium. It ran at or close to 60FPS with no stuttering at all. Great job.
Other games such as Injustice 2, Tekken, and Transformers: Forged To Fight ran smoothly with zero hiccups.
Turning on AI Boost for Honkai Impact 3 yields no difference, in case you’re wondering.
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The ASUS ZenFone 5 comes at a more modest 3,400mAh battery instead of the humongous one that its brethren is equipped with.
We tested the ZenFone 5 in two scenarios – with and without AI Boost. In our section where we talked about the performance of the ZenFone 5, we realized that AI Boost did affect the performance – but does it affect the battery life of the phone? Take a look at this chart.

For some reason, the ZenFone 5 has a shorter battery life when AI Boost is turned on. That’s an interesting point to take note of.
Charger
When it comes to the charger, we also have two scenarios – with and without AI Charging feature. It is something that “learns user’s charging and usage patterns” so that the phone’s life span can be preserved as it doesn’t enter trickle charging that quickly.

How it works is quite simple. For example, if you leave your phone plugged in from 10pm to 7am everyday, then it’ll charge as usual at 10pm. However, it won’t continue to charge once it reaches 80% battery. It’ll idle until about a given time, then continues charging to achieve 100% battery at 7am.
ASUS has been reusing this charger and cable for a few generations of ZenFones now.
Of course, the AI Charging will definitely take time to learn the user’s charging behavior. The more days you use it consistently, the better it gets. From what we can test, it did show some changes in the charging curve.

With the 5V 2A charger that is included in the box, this is the charging curve where we compare with and without AI Charging. Honestly, we’re charging it really inconsistently now since we’re testing the ZenFone 5 in an aggressive manner. Perhaps we’ll revisit the AI Charging again in the future.
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We know that this is a very lengthy review. The ASUS ZenFone 5 is a big step forward from the previous generation, and ASUS is heading to a better future now. Many more features are developed and further refined for ZenUI 5.0 too.
While the AI implementation is still rather new, ASUS told us that they’re committed to improving it and updating the algorithm in the future. Of course, this is a test of time and we can only put our trust in ASUS.
There are a lot of undocumented differences between the ASUS ZenFone 5 and the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M1) that we reviewed here. The only similarity that they have is the they’re both equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset. For the list of differences between these two smartphones, click here.

For the price of RM1,299 (0% GST), it’s a really big difference compared to what the ASUS ZenFone 4 was asking about 9 months ago. ASUS has finally learned from their mistake, and the ZenFone series is back to the path to greatness again.
Between the ZenFone Max Pro (M1) and the ZenFone 5, is the RM1,299 really worth it? Depends on your personal preference. I like the extra features on ZenUI 5.0 because it actually helps me out in my daily smartphone usage experience. It’s a game of trade-offs.
For the list of differences between the two phones, check out this post.
Where to buy?
RM1,299 over at Lazada. Pre-order starts 4th June!

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Western Digital Announces World’s First SSD With 64-Layer 3D NAND Technology

Western Digital announced today the availability of the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD and SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD in Malaysia. As the world’s first client SSD built with the company’s 64-layer 3D NAND technology, the new SSDs deliver lower power consumption and higher performance, endurance, and capacities.

“Whether it’s for gaming, photo and video editing, or other high-end computing applications, consumers today expect their PCs and laptops to deliver superior performance with higher endurance but with less power used,” said Margaret Koh, Sales Director, Asia South, Western Digital Corporation. “The 64-layer 3D NAND-based SSDs are designed to meet those demands and these new SSDs, offered by our two strong brands, SanDisk and WD, will appeal to a very broad footprint of tech-savvy consumers who are seeking the benefits of today’s newest technologies.”

Targeting DIY enthusiasts, resellers, and system builders, the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSDs boast an industry-leading 1.75M hour MTTF, as well as the quality backing of WD Functional Integrity Testing Lab (F.I.T. Lab) certification. The SanDisk Ultra 3D SSDs on the other hand, are intended for gaming and creative enthusiasts who want to improve their PCs. The product delivers enhanced endurance and reliability, no-wait boot-up, shorter application load times, and quicker data transfer.

Margaret Koh, Sales Director, Asia South, Western Digital Corporation and Hui Low, Product Marketing Manager, APAC with the world’s first client SSD with 64-layer 3D NAND technology.
Availability and Pricing:
The WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSDs are available in 250GB, 500GB, 1TB and 2TB capacities in both a traditional 2.5-inch/7mm cased drive as well as a single-sided M.2 2280 form factor. The SanDisk Ultra 3D SSDs are available in 250GB, 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB capacities in a traditional 2.5-inch/7mm cased drive form factor.
Available at select retailers in Malaysia, both products feature a three-year limited warranty. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starts at RM 620 for 250GB, RM 1,100 for 500GB, RM 2,000 for 1TB and RM 3,800 for 2TB  for the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD and SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 2.5-inch/7mm version, and starts at RM 640 for 250GB, RM1,150 for 500GB, RM 2,100 for 1TB and RM 3,950 for 2TB for the WD Blue M.2 2280 version.
Further information about the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD can be found on the WD website at https://www.wdc.com/wd-blue-3d.html and information about the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD can be found at https://ww.sandisk.com/home/ssd/ultra-3d-ssd.
One question – PCIe version of these M.2 SSDs when?

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A&S join hands with DC Comics to bring you limited edition consumer electronics

DC Comics fans, your wet dream of having your favorite heroes being part of your life has been made true thanks to the partnership between local consumer electronics brand A&S and DC Comics.

There is currently a roadshow happening at SOGO KL’s Ground Floor Center Atrium that ends on October 11 that shows off all these cool items that can be grabbed first hand at the venue at a promotional price. The superheroes chosen to be brought into the design of the products are Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman. The CEO has announced that there will be more of them coming very soon that features other different DC Comics characters as well so stay tuned for more news.

The highlight among the vast range of products is the Cordless Automatic Hair Curler that even won this year’s CES Innovation Awards that allows user to curl their hair automatically just by pressing a button and be able to function for an hour off a single charge that makes fellow lady’s life easier and convenient thanks to the portability and ease of use.

Apart from the award-winning hair curler, there are another 12 items branded with DC Comics characters featuring in the lineup including the Batman Cordless Vacuum Cleaner,  Batman True Wireless Earbuds, and Case, Superman In-Ear Headphones,  Wonder Woman Charging Cable and Stand, and more.
If you like, you can go and check them out first-hand at the roadshow to fulfill your long-awaited dream of owning them. But be advised to adhere to social distancing rules to stay safe while going outdoors.

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Belkin now owns Linksys

If you’re a someone like me, you’ll probably buy and use an aftermarket modem and/or router rather than using what TM gave. Most probably too you’ve heard, if not using, products by Linksys. Many of you have voiced concerns about Linksys product quality continuing. Quality is the number one focus for us. The talented team that has helped establish this brand reputation at Linksys will help maintain and grow it at Belkin.

Personally I love all Linksys’s products, given the seamless design and its high performance. I just hope that Belkin now combines the best of both worlds with a low price as ever.
No one knows why Cisco takes the sudden decision to quit the home networking market too, though we all know that it’s too late to even say anything now.
Source : Cisco Linksys (Facebook)Via : CNet News

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OPPO Delisted From 3DMark; Caught Cheating

In today’s news, OPPO is the latest smartphone brand to be caught cheating in benchmarks. UL Benchmarks have issued an official statement saying that the Tech2 has worked together with them to extensively test OPPO smartphones and was confirmed to be cheating.
In this official statement by UL Benchmarks, OPPO was found to be cheating the 3DMark benchmarks with the OPPO Find X that was released not long ago, and also with the OPPO F7. As they violated UL Benchmark’s rules and guidelines, these two smartphones have been delisted from the scoreboard.

OPPO caught cheating using the same method that Huawei/Honor used (which we talked about in detail here) – and that’s by detecting what application is being ran and pumped extra juice to achieve higher score without the user knowing.
The performance gap is quite big!
In UL Benchmark’s website, this particular clause is explicitly mentioned in the rules and guidelines.

Application detection
The platform may not detect the launch of the benchmark executable. The platform must not alter, replace or override any parameters or parts of the test, nor modify the usual functioning of the platform based on the detection of the benchmark.
Of course, Huawei/Honor actually addressed the issue quickly and swiftly and said that they will add a “performance mode” in EMUI 9.0 (which is out in beta for a few Honor smartphones now) and that will enlist those Huawei/Honor smartphones in the scoreboard once again.

While on the subject of why “performance mode” is allowed to be used in the UL Benchmarks scoreboard, there’s another clause in the rules and guidelines page that states this.
So overclocking isn’t allowed now?
Overclocking by manufacturers is allowed provided that it applies equally to all apps, all of the time. Overclocking optimizations that are selectively applied to our benchmarks are forbidden.
The keywords here are “overclocking optimizations that are selectively applied” which is what this method of cheating is actually doing. With that said, ASUS’s “AI Boost” mode that is found in the ZenFone 5 and ZenFone 5z – is supposed to be like an overclocking switch, is allowed to be used in these benchmark apps because it is non-exclusive.
As of now, OPPO has yet to issue any statement about this debacle. Personally speaking, I won’t be surprised if OPPO announced that their next ColorOS will have a “performance mode” as well.
We’ll update this page when we have any updates. Also, follow us on our Facebook Page for faster updates and memes. 😉

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Your Samsung smartphone protects you from cyberattacks more than you think thanks to Samsung Knox

Needless to say, the impact of smartphones brought onto the world can rival the large-scale commercialization of computers back in those days and as the little devices replace the practical functionality of other daily items such as laptops, wallets, house keys, remote controls, and more, the amount of data held within them are extremely valuable in the eyes of malicious actors, therefore, it is of utmost importance to protect your sensitive information with powerful security and that’s where the Samsung Knox comes into play, baked right into the Galaxy smartphones.

Let’s take the possible problems case by case and see what the security chip does to protect you.
Case 1: Unauthorized Backdoor Access
Backdoors are actually legitimate access implemented by developers to enable troubleshooting but often enough, hackers are capable of discovering these backdoors or even exploit to inject their own to get past all sorts of cybersecurity measures. While it is up to the user’s discretion to not install apps from places other than official platforms, Samsung Knox is created to validate everything within the Galaxy smartphone and they can do it very securely because Samsung manufactures every single component from zero to a hundred to make sure no backdoors are left unattended.
Case 2: Weak / Reused Passwords
One of the most common things to do including myself, we often use the same password to save up the hassle of remembering everything especially when we do not have that many unique things in mind to connect them. But when these passwords get cracked or leaked through other websites, hackers often can use that single code and gain access to other services since it is also common for platforms to enable SNS tokens where these tokens also contained the user’s information on other services.
But with Samsung Knox powering the Samsung Pass function, users can easily save log-in credentials while protected through a fingerprint scan every time the password manager inputs it on behalf of the user. Additionally, these sensitive data are stored in the Knox Vault, another isolated processor that keeps everything within itself and itself alone.

Case 3: “Free” Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi is free to use technically but whether it is a legitimate access point or a hacker’s disguise. You never know as even if the connection is “encrypted”, malicious actors can still sniff these data packets with the help of some software, and if you happen to perform some sign-ins or even perform banking-related tasks, oh no no no. But thanks to the Secure Wi-Fi feature backed by Samsung Knox, your outgoing internet traffic will be fully encrypted while simultaneously whacking off tracking apps so you can surf the web without any worries.
Case 4: Phishing Attacks
While a bit uncommon nowadays but still effective, phishing attacks tricks you into handling sensitive info by disguising it as legitimate websites, links, apps, you get it. As such, the Device Protection function continuously scans your device for malware or suspicious activity and alerts you when you mistakenly install malicious apps through detection via McAfee protection. Additionally, the Secure Folder protection isolates problematic apps away from the general partition and locks them down while Samsung Pay fully encrypts your card information through the efforts of Samsung Knox and Knox Vault.
Case 5: Zero-Day Exploits
Zero Days are defined as exploits that are currently not guarded against and are usually some of the most powerful and if not latest tools to bypass security protections. As such, Samsung Knox can deter this to an extend by blocking unauthorized attempts to access or modify your phone’s core is blocked in real-time. Secure Boot is also activated each time the Galaxy smartphone is rebooted to prevent any kernel-level rootkits to inject and compromise the device and if found the device is booted in an insecure way, things like Samsung Pay, Samsung Pass, Secure Folder, or Samsung Health that stores personal data are immediately locked down.
All in all, Samsung Knox is just a leading example of how the tech industry should implement security to protect its users as the world moves towards ubiquitous computing with silicon processors surrounding every aspect of our life.

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Express your creativity by using the blocky plumber bros in the LEGO Super Mario Championship

LEGO is launching the LEGO Super Mario Championship digital tournament in conjunction with the launch of the Luigi Starter Course set. Here’s how you can help your kids to join the fun.

Build a LEGO Super Mario level with builders aged between 5 to 13 years old
Submit a video (30 seconds max) of the participants playing the level either with LEGO Mario or LEGO Luigi with the footage must capturing the overview of the level and the excitement of the participants
Take a photo of the total coins earned from the level
Submit the videos and image through this link

Submissions will be reviewed by a panel of judges including certified professionals, designers, and employees affiliated with LEGO through several aspects such as level design creativity, how the spirit of LEGO Super Mario is conveyed and the total coins earned. Winners of the championship to walk away with up to RM1,800 worth of LEGO Super Mario sets.

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ZenFone 5 is now available

If you’re looking to get something sexy and premium but don’t want to pay a lot to be your daily phone, then maybe the ASUS ZenFone 5 is your choice.

The ZenFone 5 has all the amazing stuff, including a 8MP rear-facing camera with ASUS’s PixelMaster technology running on a 5-inch 720p IPS display that is housed under Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3.
The amazing part? Powered by Intel’s Atom processor. It’s not the most amazing, but definitely doesn’t lack in terms of performance and also battery life.
All these amazing features and hardware for only RM599 and is currently available in the Malaysian market! Go get one of these dual-SIM babies at your nearest retailer now!

This will most definitely scare off Huawei’s much promoted Honor 3C. Honestly speaking, the Honor 3C is not honourable at all.
Get the ZenFone.

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Share Your Music Anytime, Anywhere

Today’s technology has redefined the way millions of people listen to music. From gramophones, boom-boxes to portable devices with headphones; devices to project sounds or music have greatly evolved. The latest innovation features wireless Bluetooth speakers that are not only portable but produce high quality audio.
Specifically, the Samsung DA-F61 Bluetooth Speaker is built with Neodymium Speakers that boast crystal clear treble and earth-shattering bass. Thanks to the passive bass radiator that enhances bass quality, your acoustics are an orchestral delight. Being able to set the atmosphere in a room with a compact device like this – is simply wonderful.

That’s because the Samsung DA-F61 Bluetooth Speaker runs on APTX codec system that minimises sound quality reduction – a common problem for other Bluetooth speakers. Instead, the codec outputs a no-compromise Bluetooth audio experience at all times.
Taking this speaker with you is a snap. Small and portable, its metal casing and white silver colour lets it stand out as a stylish audio accessory. Connecting your mobile phone to the Bluetooth speaker is an easy process due to the built-in Near Field Communication (NFC) feature. Just tap your NFC enabled Samsung phone on the speaker and your music is streamed instantly for everyone’s enjoyment.
Indoors, the speaker turns your living room into a theatre. Utilizing SoundShare, you can also pair the speaker to your Samsung TV, creating an audio visual delight right in your living room. And it’s all powered by a 2200mAh lithium-ion battery that guarantees at least 12 hours of elegant sounds on the go.
The Samsung DA-F61 Bluetooth Speaker is the perfect combination of quality sounds and portability for any kind of lifestyle. Best of all, it turns your music into high powered beats – the way it’s meant to be heard.

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Insight: how Samsung ensures durability of the foldable devices

It’s no surprise that many of us are very concerned about the durability of foldable devices since its announcement back in 2019. I was one of those skeptics but my viewpoint shifted when I reviewed the Galaxy Fold.
Fast forward to today, we have the Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3 in the market for nearly a year already, and it’s more affordable than ever. Samsung even made them more durable and resilient against the elements too.

These two foldable devices are equipped with IPX8 water resistance, the Armour Aluminium frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus to mitigate scratches or shattering (not to prevent them entirely, since it’s still glass after all), and a tireless hinge for peace of mind in any lifestyle.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is too big to unfold in the container…
We recently also got into a roundtable where we can shoot off our questions and doubts regarding the Z Fold3 and Z Flip3’s durability and here are some of the questions and answers that caught my attention.
When asked about the improvements that should be focused on and/or improved in the next generation, Samsung’s reply was:
Q: What do you think about the foldables market now? And what do you think the foldable phones should focus or improve in next generations?
A: As a pioneer of foldables, Samsung possesses a deep understanding of folding devices. We are constantly conducting consumer research to discover more ways to provide unique, seamless and intuitive experiences with our foldable devices. This includes enhancing the durability of our foldable devices in everyday applications, in order to enrich the foldables user experience.

My personal questions were mostly about the hinge. While I do love the Z Fold3’s hinge and the features it offers, I can’t help but to question regarding salt crystallization and also dust clogging up the hinge. I mean, despite having brushes to keep everything out of the hinge, I’m sure that many particles can still get inside and grow in size over time.
Q: Given that the hinge is water-resistant, what happens if salts crystalize on the hinge mechanism?
A: Z Fold3 is protected against exposure to water, but we do not recommend swimming with it. IPX8 certifies protection in freshwater only, and we cannot advise on other conditions such as chemically treated pools or saltwater pools.
“IPX8 certifies protection in freshwater only”. That is the most important clause when it comes to IP-rating. It’s not magically resisting all water – but only freshwater.

My next question then was about the Z Fold3’s UTG cracking along the hinge. I’ve seen this waaaaay too many times and I have no idea how it happened. I presume it’s due to material fatigue due to constant folding and unfolding – but some happened a lot earlier in their lifespan compared to others (like mine).

Many units also had the issue of the pre-applied screen protector peeling off on its own.
Of course, Samsung offers the Care+ as well but it is still an inconvenience when any sort of cracks do happen. When questioned, the answer was pretty generic. However, I’m very sure that Samsung is aware of such issues.
Q: There were also many Z Fold3 customers with what I presume to be UTG being fatigued and forming a crack. How can we avoid this issue?
A: Samsung strives to provide the best possible experiences for our customers. That’s why we engineered the Z Fold3 to be our most durable foldable device yet, featuring redesigned and optimized layers of the flexible display to make it even stronger. In addition, a new PET screen protective film has been applied over the Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) display to offer a smoother feel and further protection from everyday use.
To refrain from product damages such as scratches or dents, customers should handle the device with care. When folding the device, we advise that users ensure there are no objects, such as cards, coins, or keys, placed in between the screens. Exposure to liquid or small particles, such as water, coffee, or sand, may also cause product damage. To avoid causing product damage, we recommend keeping the original screen protector film on the device and avoiding the installation of other films or stickers.
Should there be any damages to the device, we recommend visiting an authorized Samsung service center for replacement or repair.

Then, the biggest question comes up – the price and how Samsung will address it for the future generations of foldable. The answer is pretty simple – follow the supply and demand.
Q: Foldable phones are still in a relatively higher price compared to traditional phone, do you think that the foldable phones will be more affordable in future, and will we see a lower price range of foldable phone soon?
A: According to many analysts, the market demand for foldable smartphones is predicted to grow exponentially. As demand grows and foldables become more mainstream, prices will also change accordingly to reflect this shift. We are the leading and foremost provider of foldables, bringing foldable innovations to more consumers with prices starting from RM3,999.
And also, will Samsung be launching other forms of foldable devices? I presume the one who asked this question had the idea of a rollable or tri-fold phone or outward-folding phone (not a good idea).
Q: Do Samsung have any plan on launching more form of foldable phones in the future?
A: Samsung’s ongoing efforts in creating an entirely new category of foldable devices has provided us with the roadmap to better prepare for tomorrow’s technology. From gathering user feedback, considering user experiences, to pioneering new hardware and software form factors, Samsung is ready to take on the future of mobile – whatever that form factor may look like. At Samsung, we are always looking for unique ways to continue to meet our users’ needs. We will keep it in mind in the future but cannot comment on this at this time.
Interestingly, one more question that caught my attention was about other foldable devices like a tablet or a laptop. Some may joke that laptops are already “foldable” but this question is mostly revolving around devices like the ASUS Zenbook Fold.

However, we got the generic answer of “we cannot comment about the future products at this time” which I understand. Still, it’s sad to see that Samsung laptops are not available for sale in Malaysia.
Q: Will Samsung expand the concept of foldable screen to other devices like tablet or laptop?
A: Samsung’s ongoing efforts in creating an entirely new category of foldable devices has provided us with the roadmap to better prepare for tomorrow’s technology. From gathering user feedback, considering user experiences, to pioneering new hardware and software form factors, Samsung is ready to take on the future of mobile – whatever that form factor may look like. At Samsung, we are always looking for unique ways to continue to meet our users’ needs. We will keep it in mind in the future but cannot comment on this at this time.

And that’s all we have about the insights regarding the current situation and the future of the Z Fold and Z Flip series of smartphones. I’m very eager to see what Samsung brings to the table in the future – especially regarding the software part.
Will One UI 5.0 integrate with Android 12L (a.k.a. Android 12.1)? Only time will tell.

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Review – Edifier G2 Engage – Only RM159? Seriously?

It’s been a while since we last looked at a headphone. The Edifier G2 Engage arrived at our labs and I have to wonder – Edifier actually has a gaming lineup of audio products?
Before we begin, here’s a  little clarification. The one we’re reviewing here is the Edifier G2 Engage, also known as Hecate. There is another non-Engage version which is the predecessor, also known as the Gammatera.

Now, let’s have a look at it.
Unboxing
It’s no surprise that judging by the packaging itself, the Edifier G2 Engage is meant to be a more budget-oriented pair of gaming headphones.

Upon first look, Edifier employed a rather simplistic design to fancy up the aesthetics by including a sleeve that slips in the main box. Not too shabby, since they did take the extra effort to make it look nice.

Opening up the sheath and digging everything out reveals one single item in the box – just the Edifier G2 Engage itself. Cable is not detachable, by the way. To my surprise, there’s no documentation in the box!

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The Edifier G2 Engage comes with a common gamer-look of black and red colors, and has integrated boom mic too – which is why I’m referring to the Edifier G2 Engage as a gaming headphone in the first place.

Looking at the entire design, the Edifier G2 Engage fits into the stereotype of gaming gear perfectly well, actually. It has the fitting geometry, font, colors, and vibe. Whether or not this is your cup of tea really depends on your own personal taste.
The Edifier G2 Engage comes with a pretty decent build quality, but solid enough to use daily – though I’m not sure if anyone wants to take the Edifier G2 Engage out daily during commute. I mean, there’s nothing wrong with it – just that it’s a little weird since the Edifier G2 Engage has a swiveling boom mic and not a retractable one, and its mic and headphone jacks are separated instead of a combo jack.

Speaking of combo jacks, Edifier didn’t include a Y-cable to combine both mic and headphone jacks into a single combo jack too. This is certainly something to take note of, as certain laptops use combo jack instead.
The cable on the other hand, is nicely braided and has an inline control with two sliders – one for volume and another to switch the mic on and off. Edifier included a little piece of bungee, if you will, on the headphone so that the cable is less susceptible to internal fracture.
Nice touch.

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As I’ve mentioned before, the Edifier G2 Engage does have a pretty decent build quality. The earcups are made out of PU leather that creates a seal around the ears with its rather relaxed clamping force. The earcups also have quite a lot of slack to swivel to adapt to the shape of the user’s skull! Seriously, it’s comfortable.
Don’t mind the dust…
As for the headband itself, the Edifier G2 Engage comes with cushions wrapped in PU leather. Instead of having just one large piece of cushion, Edifier segmented it into a total of 5 parts. Comfortable? Yes, definitely.

Though with that said, the Edifier G2 Engage is seriously meant to be a gaming-only pair of headphones. The earcups can’t be rotated to rest on the shoulders, and the boom mic can’t be retracted into the earcup too.

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While the PU leather earcups do provide better noise isolation, be prepared to sweat a lot more than usual as the seal around the ears means much less air circulating across the ears.
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Testing setup
First of all, we’re iteratively improving our audio test. While we do use multiple devices to test the audio quality, our main setup is a desktop with this list of hardware. It has a Realtek ALC1220 audio chip on the motherboard itself, and its audio traces are isolated from other components.
The audio test is carried out with equalizers disabled and connecting right to the motherboard’s rear panel. Audio files are in FLAC format.

Test hardware configuration

CPU Cooler
Noctua NH-U12S/Noctua NH-D15

CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 1700

GPU
MSI GEFORCE GTX 1060 3GT OC

Motherboard
ASRock Fatal1ty X370 Gaming K4

Memory
Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 16GB

Primary Hard Drive
Plextor M8SeGN

Power Supply
SilverStone ET-650B 650W

Chassis
BitFenix Aurora

Fans
Noctua NF-F12

Others
SilverStone LS02 RGB LED Strip

Listening test
I have to be honest with you right here, right now. When I first saw the Edifier G2 Engage, I thought that it’s a sub-par headphone with sub-par sound quality. I judged it by its looks, which I should have not.
While it has a 45Ω impedance, the ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom can still drive the Edifier G2 Engage nicely.

By high fidelity, I mean that the Edifier G2 Engage sounds really good.
Adventure Time by Rogue is able to show us that the bass is always fantastically punchy while the mids are still great. The highs are good! Same goes to In The Mood and Skyliner by the BBG Big Band. It just sounds great.
Songs like Dream Sweet in Sea Major by ミラクルミュージカル sounds great with the gramophone distortion noise effect. Its clarity is superb!
Pop music like David Guetta’s remix of Versace On The Floor by Bruno Mars, the vocals and background music is fantastic. The highs are just great!
Soundstage
Of course, this is a gaming headphone after all and its soundstage is important. We all need to hear where our enemies are to get a positional advantage before proceeding with our tactics. Overwatch is a game with excellent sound engine, so we’ll use that as the benchmark.
The lateral soundstage is great as I am able to hear pretty much everything that’s happening around my character. Since it’s not a 7.1 surround sound headphone, the vertical soundstage performance isn’t particularly breathtaking.
Recording test
A quick microphone test reveals that the microphone is indeed okay to be used for gaming. It is of acceptable quality, though I don’t think it will be clear enough or loud enough to be used during team fights in a game like Overwatch.
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It’s no surprise that the Edifier G2 Engage is a cheap headphone – literally. At a price of just RM159 (or even cheaper here at Lazada), this is one of the pair of headphones that I definitely recommend for gaming.
Sure, the Edifier G2 Engage’s packaging and price might make it seem cheap (and it is, by the way) but it sounds like a champion.

As we here at Nasi Lemak Tech are very critical about the products we review, the Edifier G2 Engage is one of those products that because of its price, it just dispells all of its flaws. Just keep in mind that this is a pair of headphones meant for gaming – not only in terms of sound quality but also its physical build and features.
The Edifier G2 Engage is available on Edifier Malaysia’s very own website. Visit them now and get RM29.10 off your purchase!
You can even get the Edifier G2 Engage over at Lazada for only RM125.90 right now!

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Shopee offers RM8 deals and RM18 free shipping this CNY 2020

It’s time for Chinese New Year again and Shopee is now offering a lot of great deals with its signature promotions and deals with a spin of the new year whiff. This Shopee Chinese New Year 2020 Sale runs from now until 28th January 2020, and features a multitude of great deals.
We have the return of RM18 free shipping, a suite of new services as well as new games and entertainment – all to be enjoyed both on and off the platform.

There is also a new RM8 prosperity deal on hampers, 24-can Coca-Cola (remember, the weather is always hot during Chinese New Year), Tefal Cookware set, Cheongsam, Khind stand fans, and many more. Shopee’s One Or Not also makes a return with gold bars. Yes, premium gold bars for only RM1.
One new notable addition this time is offline deals from F&B, services, and many more. It is like buying a voucher from Shopee and then use these vouchers at the physical stores. Shopee already has some big outlets under its belt – like the Michelin-starred Hawker Chan, Dragon-i, Purple Cane, SouperTang and Tony Roma’s.
One thing that Shopee made an emphasis on is that child car seats are now available at as low as RM88. Remember to keep your family safe!

Big appliances like washing machines and dryers, air conditioners, refrigerators, televisions, ovens and others are also shipped free of charge from now until 21 January. It’s usually very expensive to get these items shipped, by the way.
For games, Shopee introduced a few CNY-themed games like Shopee Ang Pow and Fortune Sticks, all with vouchers worth a total of RM88,000 and more than 18 million Shopee Coins to be won. For those who want to learn about their fortune, family, home, career, love and health can catch Fengshui Master Jane Hor on Shopee Live at 12.30pm on weekdays from now until 17 January.
With so much to look forward to, shoppers will still want to save the date 13 January for the Huat Ah! Huat Ah! Sale where the platform is offering unbeatable promotions from all categories, upsized Shocking Sale, and a 10gram Gold Bar worth RM2,250 for just RM1 in One or Not.
The Shopee CNY Sale is supported by brands such as Nestlé, Unilever, Vinda, P&G, Watsons, Enfagrow, Friso, Realme, Photobook, and Tesco, and partners such as FPX, RHB, Standard Chartered, United Overseas Bank, amongst others.
To enjoy Shopee’s CNY Sale, visit http://shopee.com.my/cny-sale

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Should you buy an AIO PC or a laptop? Feat. ASUS V241E AIO PC

AIO PCs aren’t exactly mainstream or widely-adopted by the masses – mainly because many people choose to get a laptop anyway. But, growing up using a desktop and knowing what a desktop can do while also owning a laptop for work and whatnot, we can approach this topic with multiple different perspectives.
Still, the question of “who’s the winner?” in the AIO PC vs. laptop debate is very difficult to answer. So, in today’s video, we’re unboxing and testing out the ASUS V241E AIO PC and see if it’s actually a worthy consideration over a typical laptop.

Honestly speaking, there’s still no conclusive answer. It ultimately depends on what you want out of a computer. Getting a laptop grants portability but with ergonomic issues (especially for taller people). As for an AIO PC, its ergonomic is up to the user to adjust it to however they want – and has a bigger screen, able to choose whatever keyboard and mouse you want to use, and saves space compared to a typical desktop setup. But, portability is out the window.

Here’s one big point to help you choose to get an AIO PC or a laptop: do you need the PC to be portable? As in working at the cafe or traveling, etc. If not, then get an AIO PC. I mean, we know a lot of people buy laptops at home but use it as a desktop and never take it out of the house or move it from the desk. So in that case, an AIO PC is definitely the choice.

In any case, the ASUS V241E AIO PC is actually a good AIO PC that we can recommend – even though there are a few quirks.

Where to buy? (Affiliate links)

Amazon US (Can only find the AMD version)
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PlayStation 4 Confirmed!

It’s been about seven years since the first launch of the PS3 and recently, Sony was the first to announce their next generation console; the PlayStation 4.
Unfortunately, the design of the console was not revealed(yet). Sony seem to be focusing more on social interaction on this new console.

New Redesigned Controller(Finally!)
This is a picture of the new controller which is one of the highlights on the recent launch. PlayStation controller doesn’t seem to change much since PS1 but Sony decided to add more “cosmetically obvious” feature this time.

Sony has added a share button in the middle and throw in a touchpad as well. It will also have a headphone jack! I wonder why nobody have thought of this before. The most important feature however, is the movement tracking mechanism. There will be a sensor bar which is quite similar to Wii. By having this, you will never need another input device such as a tracking ball which was used on the PS3. This controller is everything you’ll need for gaming!
The Guts! (Specs)
Enough talking about the controller, let’s talk about the SPECS!
This baby is going to have an eight-core x64 “Jaguar” CPU manufactured by AMD, Radeon Graphics Processor, large 8GB of GDDR5 RAM, Blu-ray Drive and a hard drive. It will also have a secondary chip which will handle background processing such as downloading while playing games. Along with USB 3.0 port for fast data transfer and a 802.11 b/g/n Wifi capability with Bluetooth 2.1. For those hard wire lovers, an Ethernet port will still be provided. A dedicated video-processing chip will also be onboard.
Social Features
The PS4 will provide you with the ability to connect with friends from social networks. You can also these social features by pressing the share button on the controller. One of the most interesting feature is the ability to take screenshots while playing games. You can directly upload these screenshots to your favorite social network such as Facebook or Twitter. The video-processing chip will allow you to stream your gaming session directly without interruption. Movie streaming will still be provided as the original PS3 such as Netflix.

Remote Play
If you already own a PS Vita, you could just beam your gaming on to the mobile device and continue where you left off on the other screen. Sony’s goal is to get every PS4 title playable on the PS Vita!

Suspend/Hibernation
Sony keeps adding more and more obvious features that other console makers should provide long before. One of the most exciting feature on this PS4 is the Suspend/Resume technology which most of you might know as the Hibernation mode. You are fighting a boss halfway for 1 hour straight but then your mom told you to get off the console. This will no longer be a problem my fellow gamers. You can just push the suspend button and the console will shut down, preserving the exact state. Next time when you are free to resume your hardcore gaming, just press the resume button and it’s just like you’ve never left.

Pricing and Release
Unfortunately, there is no word on the price yet. Heh, we don’t even know how will the console look; don’t ask for the release date.
This next generation console is extremely exciting as they are now focusing on social interactions. More will be revealed on E3 in June.

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Computex 2019: j5create has the tiniest 60W USB-C PD charger

I think many of us here have seen the brand j5create but never actually know what they do. Out of curiosity, I passed by j5create’s booth at Computex 2019 and that is why I dropped by and said hi – and I was impressed by the slew of products that they have.
USB-C, as we all know it, is a pretty versatile connector type, albeit confusing since Thunderbolt 3 is also using the same head. Whichever the case may be, j5create has a lot of docks that revolve around this connector – and these are just some of the most elegant products I’ve seen.

Starting off, the one thing that caught my attention immediately is this wood-metal hybrid. It also has ports on both inside and outside the stand for you to hook up everything!

This monitor stand is the j5create JCT425. It is an 8-in-1 dock, with support of HDMI resolution of up to 4K at 30Hz, 5x USB 3.0 Type-A ports, a single USB 3.1 Type-C, and also USB PD 3.0. Since this is a hybrid between a stand and a hub, you can literally plop your laptop down and connect a single cable to the stand and experience all the big screen goodness with your own keyboard and mouse.

Then comes this little dock from j5create. It will be in the market soon, and it serves as something to lift off your laptop from the table for better cooling and typing experience, while providing a slew of ports at the back.

Also, the Thunderbolt 3 cable can be banked on either side of the dock to provide better cable management. That is just smart!

Another product that we saw is the smallest 60W charger that I’ve ever seen. It is literally smaller than my palm (though I have large hands) and it is able to provide up to 60W of power. How they did that is beyond me – but they told me is because of the usage of gallium nitride. And yes, it supports PD as well.

Yet another product that interests me is a KVM switch in the form of a single cable. They’re calling it the “USB 3.1 Wormhole Video Switch” that acts like a KVM but controlled entirely by the host device.
The entire display, mouse, keyboard, and even file transfers can be controlled and performed via the host’s screen – and all of these is done via a single cable. There is no need for KVM switch dock – which is really convenient.
The right display is entirely controlled by the one on the left!
I am really looking forward to what j5create has in stores in the future, as these are just some of the more interesting products that they have in the market. They also have another 4K 60FPS external capture card that was just launched in the market!

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ASUS launches RoG G750JX Notebook

 ASUS just launched the new RoG 750JX high-end gaming notebook in Malaysia! The laptop itself is definitely a very sexy one, with all the perks, bells and whistles that is offered by ASUS. A quick rundown on its specs are as below :

Processor
4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-4700HQ

Chipset
Mobile Intel® HM87

Operating system
Windows 8

Memory
8GB DDR3 1600MHz (4GB x 2)

Display
17.3” anti-glare FHD LED backlit (1920 x 1080)

Graphics
NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 770MX with 3GB GDDR5 VRAM

Storage
2.5” SATA 1TB (5400rpm)

Optical drive
DVD Super-Multi/Blu-ray combo/Blu-ray writer

Camera
HD with array microphone

Dimensions
41.0cm x 31.8cm x 1.7-5.0cm,

Weight
4.5Kg (8-cell battery)

This gaming notebook has dual vents to ensure no burning sensation on your hands when you’re gaming. Since this is a gaming laptop, the keyboard is of course optimized for input, but in a very extensive degree and is with Chiclet design, even angled for your comfort. The keyboard is also backlit with a neat glow around the edges of each key. As always for any ASUS devices, the SonicMaster and AudioWizard audio technology is also included in this notebook.

Also, if you purchase now, you get some accessories bundled together :

RoG Gaming Mouse

Gaming Notebook Bag

Now, I’ve personally seen both the accessories listed above and I have to say that the bag looks absolutely cool yet comfortable.

The notebook and the accessories bundled together goes for RM5,999 and is available in Malaysia!
Check out the gallery of the notebook itself below!

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Apacer Announces AC532 eHDD; Slim & Shockproof

Personally, I believe that external hard disks are very susceptible to damages especially when we’re throwing them all around with our bags. Sometimes, we even hit them on walls! That’s why I love the Apacer AC730 that we reviewed here – but they didn’t stop there. Now, Apacer announces the AC532 – an even smaller portable hard drive, but still shockproof.
Apacer claims that the AC532 the product of combining both slim shape and great protection design, making it a high price-to-performance choice for portable hard drives. The Apacer AC532 is equipped with an internal anti-vibration internal suspension structure that can withstand up to 1 meter drop height.

It has an anti-slip design on both sides too, making the Apacer AC532 easy to hold and even absorbing the force upon drops, bumps and other physical shocks that will compromise your data integrity.
This time around, Apacer gives a little more focus on aesthetics as it’s available in both jet black and glossy white colors. The front features a smooth mirror surface which shows its concise and neat style. On its two sides and back, however, are covered with a rough texture pattern. This is an anti-slip design as it definitely prevents it from accidental drops.

AC532 has passed a number of safety certifications such as CE, FCC, RCM and BSMI to ensure its safety and compatibility meet the international standards. With the sturdy USB Type-A female connector, It can bear more than 10,000 times plug-ins and unplugging, providing another safety guarantee for users.
The Apacer AC532 comes in two capacities – in 1TB or 2TB.

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A Life Companion That Does More

In this modern society of tech and gadgetry, man and his smartphone has formed a unique symbiosis. The sight of a smartphone is so ubiquitous that for many, it’s the first thing they check when they wake and the last before they sleep. Even at restaurants, you’ll see people snapping photos of their food or chatting on messaging applications. With a sea of smartphones with different features and specifications to choose from, it has become increasingly difficult to decide which to buy.
When it comes to the latest and greatest, the Samsung’s GALAXY S4 smartphone comes to mind. Samsung calls the GALAXY S4 your Life Companion because its software and hardware were built to enrich every area of your life.

It’s built to be fast; packing a 1.9GHz quad core processor and LTE 4G capabilities, so you can get what you want, when you want it. And it all appears on this beautiful 5 inch Super HD AMOLED display that will simply take your breath away. With a screen like this, users will enjoy every second of their content.
The GALAXY S4’s 13MP camera is also a feature people will love. Unlike other smartphones, the GALAXY S4 gets you involved by bringing the user into the photos. Features like Dual Shot snaps both the front and rear camera, allowing users to capture their own expressions and still be part of a group photo. Another feature, Sound & Shot, snaps photos with a short sound bite; letting users record the sights, sounds and even an emotional message. Reliving those precious moments and taking loved ones on your life journey has never been easier.

To share photos from their GALAXY S4, people can turn them into a Story Album or S Beam it to another NFC-enabled Samsung smartphone. Just turn on S Beam, tap the back of another Samsung smartphone and it’s sent in a matter of seconds. Sharing your favourite photo, video or music track is just a tap away.

With so many smartphones in the market, the Samsung GALAXY S4 stands out with its features and performance. It’s not just functional and intelligent, but it’s the Life Companion that builds a closer connection with loved ones for you.

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SpaceX Got The NASA Contract – ISS Transport

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Nasa has recently confirmed that the private space company, SpaceX has won the contract to transport astronauts to the International Space Station. SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk was the entrepreneur behind PayPal and currently, Tesla Motors has been impressing the world again and again. Some would say that he is the real life Tony Stark. SpaceX was founded on 2002 as a private aerospace company which is privately funded instead of relying on goverment agencies like NASA(USA), JAXA(Japan) or ANGKASA(Malaysia).
SpaceX, prior to this contract, has only been launching unmanned spacecraft and transporting supplies in which one of the most recent mission resulted in an incident where the spacecraft exploded bound of the International Space Station.

Source: Fortune.com

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YouTube defaults to SD resolution to reduce bandwidth hogging

As the world goes into “stay at home” mode, we’re all relying on the internet to entertain ourselves. The world’s most popular user-generated video platform, YouTube, is now defaulting all videos to SD resolution to reduce bandwidth usage for a month.
Due to the whole COVID-19 outbreak, everyone is encouraged to stay at home. Social distancing is the key to prevent the virus from spreading. However, it’ll take weeks before we can recover from the outbreak. During this time, our best entertainment platform is – of course – YouTube.

With an uptick of concurrent users streaming videos on YouTube, the company resulted to default all streams in SD resolution to prevent bandwidth hogging. This is done so that more people can watch videos at the same time albeit at lower quality.
I can see why YouTube wants to do this. Even though their services could handle more 1080p video streams, it could be limited by the infrastructure created by our internet service provider (ISP).
However, YouTube is not the only one who is doing this. Since last week, Netflix already took the initiative to reduce the stream quality to prevent bandwidth hogging. I guess we can still Netflix and chill albeit a bit pixelated like JAV.

Another report by Express reported that there is also an uptick of pirates streaming and torrenting shows since the quarantine order was announced.
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You may start preordering the new Redmi Note 11 series smartphone tomorrow from as low as RM699

Xiaomi has announced the arrival of the new Redmi Note 11 series for Malaysia with 4 new models that bring forwards stronger computing parts, a better camera system, display, and more to keep the mid-range playing field more competitive than ever.

Technically, there are actually 3 as the Redmi Note 11 Pro comes in both the 4G and 5G variants with little changes upon the SoC while the Redmi Note 11S and Note 11 pack more differentiated hardware to make them unique from each other. But aesthetically, all 4 of them are more or less the same as the design language is still very Xiaomi, I can say at the very least.
As Redmi smartphones are all about their buck for performance ratio, let’s just skip over to the specs sheet.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

Redmi Note 11 Pro

Redmi Note 11S

Redmi Note 11

Display

6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED (120Hz Refresh Rate, 360Hz Sampling Rate)

6.43-inch FHD+ DotDisplay (90Hz Refresh Rate, 180Hz Sampling Rate)

Processor

Qualcomm Snapdragon 695

MediaTek Helio G96

Qualcomm Snapdragon 680

RAM

Up to 8GB

Up to 8GB

Up to 6GB

Storage

128GB

128GB

Up to 128GB

128GB

Rear Camera

108MP Main f/1.9
8MP Ultra-Wide f/2.2
2MP Macro f/2.4

108MP Main f/1.9
8MP Ultra-Wide f/2.2
2MP Macro f/2.4
Depth Sensor

50MP Main f/1.8
8MP Ultra-Wide f/2.2
2MP Macro f/2.4
Depth Sensor

Front Camera

16MP

13MP

Battery

5,000mAh (67W Fast Charge)

5,000mAh (33W Fast Charge)

Colors

Graphite Gray
Polar White
Atlantic Blue

Graphite Gray
Polar White
Star Blue

Graphite Gray
Pearl White
Twilight Blue

Graphite Gray
Twilight Blue
Star Blue

Pricing Info
All 4 models of the Redmi Note 11 series lineup will go live for preordering starting February 11 until 18 which is one week long and either they will be priced slightly lower or there is some sort of free gifts bundled along to make the deals sweeter. The deals are available on both Xiaomi’s official Lazada and Shopee stores.

Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G

6GB + 128GB @ RM1,199

RM1,099 + FREE Redmi Buds 3 (Online)

8GB + 128GB @ RM1,299

FREE Premium Gifts (Authorized Xiaomi Stores)
FREE Mi Smart Band 6 (Online)

Redmi Note 11 Pro

6GB + 128GB @ RM999

RM949 + FREE Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2

8GB + 128GB @ RM1,099

FREE Premium Gifts (Authorized Xiaomi Stores)
FREE Mi Smart Band 6 (Online)

Redmi Note 11S

6GB + 64GB @ RM899

RM799 (Online)

8GB + 128GB @ RM999

FREE Premium Gifts (Authorized Xiaomi Stores)
FREE Redmi Buds 3 (Online)

Redmi Note 11

4GB + 128GB @ RM749

RM699 (Online)

6GB + 128GB @ RM799

FREE Premium Gifts (Authorized Xiaomi Stores)
FREE Redmi Buds 3 (Online)

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Automatic, your car’s saviour

This small device will as well be the heads-up display for cars – only better and much more resourceful. This small device is called the Automatic Link, developed by the guys over at Automatic, plugs into your car “through the port where mechanics uses when you take your car in for service”.

It links to your smartphone via Bluetooth and alerts you over many things – fuel efficiency, speeding, rough braking, rapid acceleration, engine problem, where you parked your car, and even alerts the police or a few of your friends when a crash happened so that help is on the way instantly without you doing anything.
How about compatibility? Automatic claims that this little saviour “supports gasoline (non-diesel) cars sold in the US since 1996” and supports iPhones (shipping in May) and Androids (shipping this Fall; somewhere during September to December).
Still not convinced? Check out the video of it below!

The problem is though Proton and Perodua aren’t in the compatible cars list. Let’s just hope that they replicated Mitsubishi and Daihatsu cars in an exact way that even this sweet little Automatic Link can work.
Source : Automatic

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Cooler Master Launches MasterBox MB600L; Elegant RM199 Case

Cooler Master has been bringing us quite a lot of new cases over the course of this year – and they look great. With the latest addition of the MasterBox MB600L into the family, one can only drool over its elegance and the price.
Sleek and Elegant Design

The MasterBox MB600L is designed to blend into its environment. Its sleek design makes it the best choice for office or home usage and the brushed front panel gives the case an elegant outlook. The edge to edge transparent acrylic side panel provides easy access and a clear view to internal build components. The inside of the case has a full black coating and PSU cover, which will help to facilitate a clean build with easy cable management.
Color Plan of Side Trims
The MasterBox MB600L will be available in three different color models, red, blue and gunmetal, to match build color preference of most users.
360mm Radiator Support
The spacious interior and two chamber design of the MasterBox MB600L provides sufficient freedom for build customization. It can support up to a 360mm radiator in the front (up to a 280mm radiator for the ODD model) and a 120mm in the rear to optimize cooling performance. The MasterBox MB600L also supports graphics cards up to 400mm, tower coolers up to 160mm and PSU’s up to 180mm.

ODD Support
For those who prefer to use an optical drive, Cooler Master is offering a version with ODD. However, for those who prefer a seamless front panel without ODD support, another model will be available.
Pricing & Availability
The release of MasterBox MB600L will commence immediately, priced at RM 199.

MCB-B600L-KANN-S00 (Red Trim without ODD)
MCB-B600L-KA5N-S01 (Blue Trim with ODD)
MCB-B600L-KA5N-S02 (Gunmetal Trim with ODD)

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