Rumour: Nokia Lumia 950

Nokia is probably already preparing its next flagship Lumia even though Lumia 928 has yet to appear. Lumia 950, which strongly reminds us of the N95, is the alleged name of this model.

The picture shows a prototype Lumia 950, which is reported to come with a AMOLED monitor with PureMotion HD (as found in Lumia 920). Resolution sits at 1280×768 instead of Full HD at 1920×1080 due to Windows Phone 8 limitation and battery life concerns. Specifications wise, the Lumia 950 will come with 2GB of RAM and hardware that is future proof. The camera will feature a sensor larger than current models (UltraPixel anyone?), with Xenon flash, lossless zoom, oversampling, video stabilization, and superb low-light performance.
As with any rumours, take lots of salts with you and never believe them all
Source : WP Central

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Philips TAT1215 TWS coming in at RM369; as low as RM179 on 9 Sept on LazMall

Philips has announced the Philips TAT1215 TWS earbuds available starting this week. Fans are in for a treat to this IPX4 splash and sweat-resistant device.

Coming in colors of Black, White, Blue, and Red, it offers up to 18 hours of playtime with the casing giving out 3 rounds of full charge at 6 hours per round. Driving the 6mm driver for clear highs and punchy bass, the echo cancellation reduces surrounding noises for optimum music experience.
A multi-function button is there to control volume, tracks, and calls with compatibility with Google Assistant and Apple Siri to do it for you so there is no need to take out either your smartphone or earbuds, just go fully automatic. The earbuds can search the location of your smartphone within a certain range thanks to the use of Bluetooth 5.1 while enabling better data transfer with less power for better music quality.

The Philips TAT1215 is priced at RM369 with all sorts of colors readily available for purchase on Lazada. Better yet, on September 9 it will down to RM179 in conjunction with the LazMall Flash Sale.
Holy smokes, that’s over 50% discount for a product this new? Be right back checking my wallet.

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MWC2018: Neffos Announces 2 New Camera Phones – Neffos N1 & Neffos C7

Neffos, the smartphone brand owned by TP-Link, announced two new smartphones at MWC2018. These two smartphones are the Neffos N1 and Neffos C7.
Let’s start off with the Neffos N1. It has a dual-camera system, featuring double 12MP Sony IMX386 sensors at the back of the phone. One of them has an RGB sensor whereas the other one is a monochrome sensor. It’s using the stereoscopic dual-camera system like we described here.

The main benefit of stereoscopic dual-camera system is that the pictures can be really sharp – if the software is done right. It can gather depth information which can be used to create depth of field, also known as bokeh effect, at your own will. We’ll find out when we get our hands on a Neffos N1 for review. It also comes with an 8MP selfie camera with 10-level real-time beauty mode and a 5.5-inch display.
Powering the new Neffos N1 is MediaTek’s Helio P25 chipset with an octa-core that runs up to 2.6GHz alongside with 4GB of RAM. The Helio P25 chipset is fabricated with 16nm FinFET+ technology, making it efficient. Learn more about fabrication technology and how it helps in terms of efficiency and performance here.
Another major selling point of the Neffos N1 is the powerful yet power-efficient MediaTek Helio P25 running up to 2.6GHz. The processor is paired with 4GB of RAM, which results in lag-free performance and advanced multitasking and gaming capabilities.
Then comes the Neffos C7. It has a 13MP rear-facing camera, which seems to be a pretty basic phone with not much information about it.
We’ll know more about these phones when we have more information about it. Stay tuned!

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Smart Healthcare Expo 2019: Future of hospitals with IoT

As hospitals continue to grow in numbers, we need more nurses to cope with the increased number of hospital rooms. Usually, there will be a certain number of nurses per floor in a hospital, and we were shown a brand new smart system that is made specifically in hospitals. As for those who wants caretakers on demand, there is also another service that manages these nurseries.
Let us talk about this new smart hospital system. It consists of a few parts that works together in one smart ecosystem that provides more value for the patient.

Firstly, let us take a look at the dashboard that summarizes the information about the patients. Every patient occupies one square, and this square tells us a lot of information – such as the recovery stage of a patient after surgery, whether the patient is on bed, sitting at the side, or is not on the bed. It can also display the patient’s sleep information too.
To achieve such an impressive feat, the patients’ beds are laced with sensors. From what we experienced, the bed feels like any other bed – and the sensors are embedded and hidden under the mattress.

Of course, the big TV here is only for demonstration purposes. We were shown a mobile workstation that runs off hot-swappable batteries. The mobile workstations is – as the name suggests – mobile as it has a set of wheels where you can cart it to anywhere you like.

For every patient, an e-ink display is set up to display the daily reminders of what is there to be done for the patient – like medication dosage and time, exercises, allergies, the doctor’s information, and everything in between. The reason to use e-ink instead of any backlit displays is to prevent distractions or irritations to be patients while they rest. This is also the largest e-ink display ever, measuring at 42-inches.

While many of us have seen or used the alarm system to alert the nurses, we were shown the usage of fitness bands as the new alert system for nurses. The patients have a remote control which makes the fitness bands vibrate and show which patient alerted the nurses. This is great as it is silent yet more effective since it vibrates on the nurse’s arm directly.

On every patient’s bed, there is also a terminal which is touch-sensitive which lets the patients themselves select what they want to do. Currently at most hospitals that I have seen, the TV is turned on all the time. With this terminal, the patient can browse the web, watch some shows, or play games on the bed. When the patient is done using the terminal, it can be stowed away within an arm’s reach.

We have only highlighted a small part of the Smart Healthcare Expo 2019, as we have also seen the utilization of AI to predict diseases and discussed the possibilities to utilize 5G network to perform real-time cross-country surgeries.
While that sounds like a great future, we still have to ensure our policymakers have proper laws that govern such processes. Hence like what was said during the Smart City Summit & Expo 2019 opening speech, we all play our roles into shaping our smart cities, homes, and everything else.

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[UPDATED PRICES] Meizu Pro 7 & Pro 7 Plus Launched; Brings A New Meaning To Dual-Screens

KUALA LUMPUR, 14 September 2017 — Meizu PRO 7 and PRO 7 Plus are just got announced here in Malaysia! They’re the smartphones with a unique dual-screen feature to the Malaysian market today.
The PRO 7 Plus is the first line of Android smartphones to pack MediaTek’s updated 10-core tri-cluster chipset, the Helio X30. The silicon is based on the more advanced 10nm process for better efficiency (learn more about it here), and it features newer ARM cores, a more powerful GPU plus a faster Cat 10 LTE radio.

Stunning display with innovative fenêtre screen
Meizu PRO 7 is offered in two sizes. The standard model comes with a 5.2-inch 1080p Super AMOLED screen, and the PRO 7 Plus features a 5.7-inch Quad HD Super AMOLED screen which provides 430 nits brightness.

Here’s the special second screen that the Meizu PRO 7 and PRO 7 Plus has – it’s a stunning AMOLED screen combined with a matching UI brings you an all-new experience.
The fenêtre display notifications free you from the hassle of managing all your notifications. The secondary screen on the back panel shows you the other side of things, allowing a new form of communication between you and other people. The music player function of the fenêtre display brings you the music that you truly love, without any distractions from things around you.
Unique omni-dimensional design
Meizu’s design concept and pursuit of perfection can be seen throughout the highly-detailed brushed texture, the enhanced edge processing of the antenna, and the new sensor and receiver design.
Meizu creates a new design philosophy called Omni Dimensional for the PRO 7 series. The brushed black color has been created using forging technology at micron level and countless times of polishing and brushing. Combined with the two-in-one sensor/receiver, the Meizu PRO 7 looks amazing with a smooth texture.
Dual-camera that delivers phenomenal pictures
Both versions come with a 16-megapixel f/2.0 front camera, plus two 12MP f/2.0 cameras based on Sony’s IMX386 sensors with 1.25-micrometer pixels at the back. One for capturing color and another is a monochrome sensor. Same as the Huawei P-series. Learn more about dual-camera smartphones here.
The addition of a blurring option allows you to enjoy bokeh mode. With multi-frame noise reduction algorithms, taking pictures deep in the night a lot better.

The combination of a dual-camera and fenêtre display creates greater selfie possibilities. Your selfies can be immediately shown by the fenêtre display with great clarity.
The amazing 16-megapixel front camera reveals every single detail in a smile. The four-in-one algorithm is activated automatically in dark environments, doubling its photosensitive performance, just like what ASUS did with their Low Light Mode back in the days.
Flagship performance with long-lasting endurance
The PRO 7 features Helio P25 processor of high performance and low power consumption, and the PRO 7 Plus has a more advanced 10 nm Helio X30 processor, which greatly increases the performance while reducing power consumption at the same time.
The PRO 7 equipped with a built-in 4G & WiFi signal amplifier, which significantly improves the signal receiving capability of the PRO 7 in a 4G/WiFi environment and effectively reduces the signal blind area.
The PRO 7 series feature a minimum storage of 4GB RAM + 64GB storage, coupled with LPDDR 4X and eMMC5.1/UFS 2.1  technologies. Not very sure how they mix up storage technologies, but that’s how they’re describing it.
Flyme 6 OS features a self-developed intelligent thinking engine that studies users’ habits to provide a highly efficient solution based on using scenarios, much like Huawei’s Machine Learning Algorithm. It shortens the startup time of commonly used applications, and smartly searches the background processes to release system resources and make your mobile phone system more intelligent and flexible.
Both PRO 7 and PRO 7 Plus come in at 7.3 mm thick. The PRO 7 packs a 3,000mAh battery, whereas the PRO 7 Plus packs a larger 3,500mAh. The PRO 7 Plus also features Meizu’s new mCharge 4.0 fast-charging tech, which uses a high-power charger at 5V/5A.
Sticking to its roots as a former MP3 player manufacturer, Meizu is throwing in a dedicated audio DAC, Cirrus Logic CS43130, into both the PRO 7 and PRO 7 Plus.
Price and availability
The Meizu PRO 7 will be retailed at RM1,899, while the PRO 7 Plus’s retail price in Malaysia is RM2,799.
Bundled with 4GB RAM and 64GB of storage, the PRO 7 will be offered in three color options: Red, Gold and Black. The PRO 7 Plus which is available only in Black will be packed with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.
The Meizu PRO 7 series will be officially available in the Malaysian market from September 21 onwards at all local key brand store, shop in Shop and authorized dealers nationwide. For every purchase of Meizu PRO 7 series smartphone, you will get a FREE Meizu Premium gift box worth RM199 (first come first serve while stock last).

[UPDATED PRICES] Meizu announced new prices for the Meizu Pro 7 and Pro 7 Plus!
The new prices are stunning – the Meizu Pro 7 is ow priced at RM1,499, whereas the Pro 7 Plus is priced at RM2,399.

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ASUS Announces VivoStick PC

As days go by, PCs get smaller and smaller. Portability and power is an increasingly important factor for today’s workforce, and that’s where PCs like the VivoStick comes in.

It’s like a Chromecast stick to be honest, but way lot more powerful than that stick itself. Packed with an Intel Atom processor, 2GB RAM, and 32GB storage, it’s does sound sufficient to be used for simpler tasks. Maybe try and install elementary OS instead?

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Amazing Digital Art of Pacific Rim (Video)

I believe that most of us had already watch this movie that’s filled with action and adventure. If you still haven’t, you should go and watch it now!!! It is a movie that is totally full of chaos and a lot of amazing detail in the animation!!!

This movie is about a war between humankind and monstrous creatures, where a former pilot and a trainee are paired up their minds together and are locked in a neural bridge to drive a seemingly obsolete special weapon in a desperate effort to save the world from the apocalypse.
From acclaimed filmmaker Guillermo del Toro with the technical mastery of all the artists at ILM had produced an amazing and wonderful visual experience that we never seen before. Del Toro also explains how elaborate it is directing an effects-heavy film, where you have to not only direct the actors, but every single individual animated element that relies on his input.
Here is  the video of how this movie was made:

BRB, drooling over Gipsy Danger and GLaDOS again.
Via : Gizmodo

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The Asia Virtual Property Expo hosts local and international properties for a new browsing experience

PropertyGuru Group has officially announced the Asia Virtual Property Expo that runs from November 11 to December 12 which is Asia’s largest’s multi-country expo to date.

With over 300 projects from across 10 countries including Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Philippines, Myanmar, Australia, and the United Kingdom, you can find all of them under one virtual roof through navigating virtual booths. The key benefit of a virtual expo is that interested buyers could thoroughly communicate with developers directly as well as agents on-demand to help set up a deal that comes with exclusive deals as well, all within FastKey service.
Local world-class developers that participate in the expo include Sunway, Tropicana Corporation Bhd, Malaysian Resources Corporation Berhad (MRCB), and Matrix Concepts Holdings Berhad that offer more than 80 projects such as Sunway Velocity TWO, Edelweiss Services [email protected] Gardens, [email protected] Seputeh, and Chambers Kuala Lumpur. Amidst health concerns and social distancing, PropertyGuru continues to pour in an effort to help boost the achievement of domestic players through the use of digital tools and virtual technology.
Here is the list of developers from other countries for informational purposes.

Indonesia: Sinarmasland, Intiland, and Pondok Indah Group in the Indonesia country pavilion in partnership with Bank Negara Indonesia
Singapore: Sim Lian Group Limited, Kajima Development Pte. Ltd. and Singapore Press Holdings Ltd., UOL Group in the Singapore country pavilion in partnership with ERA
Thailand: Ten Thai Development Co. Ltd., The One Estate Development Co. Ltd
Vietnam: Ecopark Corporation Joint Stock Company, Van Phu-Invest Investment Joint Stock Company
UK: Berkeley Group as the exclusive UK developer
Cambodia: Meridian International Holding
Australia: Australia’s Fragrance Group

While paying the expo a visit, users can obtain the latest property trends, insights, and hear from leading experts by attending as many as forty always-on webinars and live chats. Through PropertyGuru’s Finance service, it offers mortgage consultancy and services via a live chat function to Singapore buyers.
While attendees discover their dream properties, they also stand a chance to win weekly lucky draw prizes, including an iPhone 12, Samsung Galaxy Note20, Samsung 43” 4K Smart TV, Brompton Bicycle, and the all-new Sony PlayStation 5.  Furthermore, PropertyGuru will be giving away GrabFood vouchers totaling up to RM50,000 for the first 2000 project inquiry forms filled.
You can find more information about the expo here.

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Review – OPPO Reno10 Pro: What are the differences compared to the Pro Plus?

Okay, we reviewed the OPPO Reno10 Pro Plus previously, and now we’re taking a look at the non-plus version – the Reno10 Pro. There are a lot of differences between these two phones though, so we will be skipping over a lot of points and only highlight the differences.
So, let’s begin.

Alright, the Reno10 Pro has a slightly smaller size but they are pretty much shaped the same. They both have curved screens with the same 120Hz and resolution of 2772×1240 pixels.

This screen is still fantastic – covering nearly 100% of both sRGB and DCI-P3 color gamuts with a maximum ΔE of around 2.48.

The maximum brightness is a bit lower though, we only get around 800 nits here but it’s still going to be perfectly fine to be used outdoors. But, both these phones have the same issue of having the under-display fingerprint scanner way too low, making it uncomfortable to use.

Now, let’s talk about the cameras. The OPPO Reno10 Pro a completely different telephoto camera. It’s a pancake lens with 2x optical zoom that results in a 48mm focal length, and also a 32MP sensor instead of a 64MP. But, this pancake lens means it will have a larger aperture of f/2.0 – and that is particularly important for low-light shots.

To me, the 2x optical zoom looks to be a bit strange. The exposure is very off and everything seems to be just washed out. It is also quite noisy even for outdoor shots – and I have no idea why this is happening.
To have a look at all the pictures taken by the OPPO Reno10 Pro, watch our video at the top of this review.
Either way, I have to commend OPPO for completely removing both the depth sensor and the 2MP macro camera entirely. Good job.

Now, the one more thing that is vastly different is the chipset. Of course, the OPPO Reno10 Pro is going to be lower in price and tiering compared to the Pro Plus variant – so you’ll be getting a lower-tier chipset too. For this one though, is a very big gap.

I’m talking about the flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 on the Pro Plus, and the 2-year-old Snapdragon 778G on the Pro. Yeah, it’s still a fantastic mid-range chipset in 2023. I mean, we can still get about 40 to 50fps in Genshin Impact with the lowest graphical settings, but there will be a lot of frame rate drops. Remember, we’re getting the same frame rate on the Pro Plus, but with the highest graphical settings.

Then, the battery life. Now, the Pro has 100mAh less than the Pro Plus. That 4,600mAh doesn’t seem like a lot, but the Snapdragon 778G is a super power-efficient chipset. We’re talking about 11 and a half hours in our standardized battery life test and that’s just amazing even for the year 2023.

Oh – another difference between these two phones is the charger that is included. The Pro Plus comes with a 100W charger, whereby the Pro comes with an 80W. It still charges the phone from 15% to completion in about half hour only – but the temperature is pretty high. It can reach about 45°C.

The software is pretty much the same, but I wanna point out that the bloatware is a lot. I mean, we’re talking about the pages upon pages of bloatware. The last page of bloatware appears as we’re updating the apps, by the way.

Both of these phones do have an IR blaster at the top, so you can customize it via the app that was provided by OPPO and start adding remotes. It works the same way as Xiaomi’s IR blaster app – and it’s easy to use.

There are some design differences too, actually. The Pro Plus has a glossy finish whereby the Pro has a matte finish – which I think is nicer, honestly.
Should you buy the OPPO Reno10 Pro?
And that’s about it in terms of differences between the Reno10 Pro+ versus the Reno10 Pro. The price gap between these two phones is huge. I’m talking about a RM1300 leap. This gap is mainly due to the chipset and also the optical zoom capability.
But referring back to the OnePlus Nord 3 that we reviewed previously… I’ll say that this Reno10 Pro is way too expensive. They’re both at the same price but the Nord 3 comes with a Dimensity 9000 chipset, a version of ColorOS with no bloatware that is called OxygenOS, and the same charging speed.
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Google’s stock price milestone

It’s been anticipated everyday and everyone
has been watching it everyday, staring at the screen as the Google stock price gradually increases everyday since $700.
But today, on 19 February 2013, Google’s stock market price reached the 0 milestone.

We would lime to congratulate Google for reaching this historical milestone!!

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Vivo announces the V20 SE for RM1,199

Vivo Malaysia has unveiled the very first special edition of the V series smartphone, the Vivo V20 SE tuned to be both powerful and stylish while being lightweight.
While being a step down of the V20 and V20 Pro, it does hold a decent pack of hardware within it.

 6.44-inch AMOLED display

1080p resolution

Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset
8GB RAM
128GB storage expandable to 1TB
Triple rear-facing cameras

Main: 48MP f/1.8
Ultra-wide angle: 16MP f/2.2; PDAF
Macro: 2MP f/2.4

32MP f/2.45 selfie camera
4,100mAh battery

33W wired charger

Gravity Black, Oxygen Blue

The Vivo V20 SE will be available in Malaysia now at the starting of RM 1,199. Customers can enjoy an exclusive gift worth up to RM 199 upon purchasing V20 SE from 24 September 2020 until 2 October 2020. And Vivo Malaysia is also hosting a live stream over at their own Facebook Page on 25th September at 8pm to 9pm. You can stand a chance to win a unit of Vivo V20 SE alongside other exciting gifts there!
And many other retailers also have promotions for the Vivo V20 SE:

Senheng & senQ

Complimentary gifts worth up to RM 577 upon purchasing Vivo V20 SE, while stocks last. Eligible for 0% interest Easy Payment Plan (EPP) up to 24 months, 3-Year warranty and first year of screen crack replacement warranty. T&C apply.

ESH

Complimentary gifts worth up to RM 249 upon purchasing Vivo V20 SE, while stocks last. Eligible for 0% interest Easy Payment Plan (EPP) up to 24 months. T&C apply.

Sentriq

Complimentary gifts worth up to RM 258 upon purchasing Vivo V20 SE, while stocks last. Eligible for 0% Interest Instalment Payment Plan (IPP) up to 24 months. T&C apply.

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Google Chrome for Android updated to v27.0.1453.90, adds “full screen” for phones

Google Chrome for Android just got updated as of today, with one noticeable feature is the “full screen” for phones.

Truth to be told, it’s not really “full screen” either, just a few new lines of codes to make the navigation bar at the top disappear as you’re scrolling down.
Another minor feature is that the omnibar got a few tweaks to have shortcuts to search the page for the text you want, basically it’s CTRL + F.
There are also stability improvements as Google seeks for perfection, and also adds drop down menu for tablet mode to display the web page history.
Download and checkout the download at the Google Play Store now!

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Review – JOI Book Touch 330 Pro: Affordable convertible laptop; and those 3 words don’t always go together

Today, what we have here is something out of the ordinary. This is the JOI Book Touch 330 Pro. It’s an affordable convertible laptop. This is my first time using the words “affordable convertible laptop” together because I have never seen a device like this before.
So, today, let’s take a look at this JOI Book Touch 330 Pro and see how it is.

Firstly, we should manage our expectations. The JOI Book Touch 330 Pro is priced at only RM1,999 and it comes with an Intel Celeron N4120 processor, 4GB of RAM, and also 64GB of eMMC storage. But, don’t worry within the RM1,999 price you also get a SATA III-based 256GB M.2 SSD – and Windows 10 Pro is installed into this SSD instead of the 64GB eMMC storage.
If you ever want to upgrade the SSD yourself, do keep in mind that you’ll also void the warranty.

With the specs out of the way – this JOI Book Touch 330 Pro is a convertible laptop that is actually very suitable for a few use cases. It can be used for school work since its specs mean it can run Microsoft Office and also Microsoft Edge properly. I’m not talking about Google Chrome here because Google Chrome is a very heavy browser – which is common knowledge that we all have now.

And speaking of work, the JOI Book Touch 330 Pro has a pretty good keyboard with good travel distance and tactility. I find myself typing away using this keyboard and overall, no complaints on the keyboard at all. The arrow keys might need some time to get used to, but not a big deal. And thanks for not giving us half-height arrow keys.

As for the trackpad, it’s has a rather rough surface to which I am fine with. Overall tracking and palm rejection are fine but there’s always the option to use the touchscreen.

The JOI Book Touch 330 Pro – as the name suggests, has a 13.3-inch, 1080p IPS LCD touchscreen. It has a glossy display that is covered by a single sheet of glass – making it look a lot better than many other laptops with matte screens. The colors also looked fine to me and the touchscreen works as expected.

Oh – this JOI Book Touch 330 Pro is also suitable for note-taking and some simple sketches, writing, or drawings like diagrams or equations because it also comes bundled with the JOI Active Pen Pro 330. It’s an active stylus with 1,024 levels of pressure and again, works as expected.

Being a convertible laptop, I find myself drawing some random stuff or just watching Netflix sitting at the bedside. It’s a very chill thing to do, honestly.

And of course – the battery life. The JOI Book Touch 330 Pro comes with a 37Wh battery. And because it’s already using such a low-powered chip, this battery can last for quite a long time. With heavy browsing, while working on a Word document, I managed to get about 4-5 hours via a single charge.

And the charger is also very cute. I mean in a literal sense. The JOI Book Touch 330 Pro has a tiny 25W charger which is surprisingly low-powered for a laptop. But, it’s using a barrel jack.

While the JOI Book Touch 330 Pro does come with a USB-C alongside a microSD card and a 3.5mm audio jack. And with that said, we can’t charge the laptop via that USB-C port – but that included charger is already very tiny anyway.

And one thing I forgot to mention – the JOI Book Touch 330 Pro also comes with a fingerprint sensor at the top right corner of the deck. That’s unexpected for a laptop of this price.

So, for the price of RM1,999 – the JOI Book Touch 330 Pro is a pretty versatile laptop. Performance is decent enough to get basic schoolwork done, and the bundled active stylus also provides a versatile experience in or out of work.

If this laptop sounds like it’s going to suit your needs, then it’s a good buy. Comes with a free backpack too, by the way.

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Here’s how you can win an ROG G-SHOCK 2019 Edition edition watch

While we can all have the most eye-catching or the most expensive wristwatches, none can beat the ASUS ROG edition G-SHOCK wristwatches.

Now, the watch is very limited and you can only get it from 1st December 2019 until 26th January 2020 by doing either of these steps:

Purchase ROG laptop or desktop with GeForce RTX graphics card, get the ROG G-SHOCK 2019 Edition watch!
Purchase ROG laptop or desktop with GeForce GTX 16 series graphics card, stand a chance to win ROG G-SHOCK 2019 Edition watch!

To learn more about this whole contest and promotion, click here.
For all we can tell you now, the ROG G-SHOCK 2019 Edition has the model number of GA-100-1A1DRASUS, and is packaged in this customized box with ROG branding instead of the usual G-SHOCK metal casing.

I have to say, the new design of the watch actually looks a lot better than the previous one. Sleeker aesthetic overall. And there’s something special about G-SHOCK that makes it still look exceptionally good despite being more or less the same over the years. Still the same display, but they’re definitely a fashion statement. Combined with ROG’s aesthetics, it’s a silent yet premium watch.

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Review – Samsung Galaxy Note8 : It’s Everything I Asked For

A few months ago, we reviewed the Samsung Galaxy S8+. Though, there are many Samsung lovers who are awaiting the Galaxy Note8. It has been on hiatus for more than a year – and the void within these Note series lovers are growing. With the arrival of the Samsung Galaxy Note8, it’s a major step-up from the Note5.
Samsung sparked a change – but is the new Galaxy Note8 only about these little changes?  Is it more than just a Galaxy S8+ with S Pen functionality? Let’s all find out together in this in-depth review of the brand new Samsung Galaxy Note8.

Unboxing
The all-new Galaxy Note8. I have to say, the packaging design language here screams class and sleekness, yet subtle. The word “Note8” is debossed on the black, just like the Samsung Galaxy S8+ that we’ve reviewed here.

Opening the sleeve reveals a box that opens its lid from the side. Funky. Once the lid is open, the Galaxy Note8 presents itself to you. Be careful though, as the phone might just fall off its shallow cradle.
Removing the Galaxy Note8 and its cradle reveals a box. Underneath the box are where all of the accessories are found. Let’s take a look at each and every single one of them.

Firstly, you have these two converters. The first one is a micro USB to USB-C which is used to charge your phone if you have other micro USB cables lying around. The second adapter is a USB-A to USB-C, which is essentially an OTG adapter for your Galaxy Note8.

The box actually has a hard shell case in it too. That means the Galaxy Note8 does come with a case in the box so that you don’t have to spend extra for a case. It’s transparent and works as intended, obviously.
It’s a pretty good case!
Then comes the AKG-tuned pair of earphones, different silicon eartip sizes, and an S Pen. In case your S Pen’s tip is worn out, you can change it using this toolkit. Samsung did include a few spare pen tips, too.
Of course, there’s a charger and a USB-A to USB-C cable too. Just like we mentioned in the Galaxy S8+ review here, the cable that Samsung included is of high quality. It wouldn’t fray easily.

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Since the Galaxy S8 and S8+, the little upgrade done to its screen seem subtle. But the result is clear – it took the world by storm. Other smartphone manufacturers started to go with something that we’re calling “FullView display”, which is essentially an elongated 16:9 display and high screen-to-body ratio.

Again, let’s talk about the display first. With Samsung’s brand new display that sets off a trend that’s now being dubbed as “FullView display”, the Galaxy Note8 is just filled with gorgeousness right up to the brim.
The Galaxy Note8 sports a 6.3-inch 1440p Super AMOLED display with its iconic 18.5:9 aspect ratio – only 0.1-inch bigger than the Galaxy S8+, apparently. It still retains the superbly high screen-to-body ratio, making the Galaxy Note8 about the same width and a little taller compared to other conventional 5.5-inch smartphones. Also, it weighs 190 grams – slightly denser than other smartphones, but I like its solid feel.

The weird aspect ratio of 18.5:9 will still be weird for movies especially. As we’ve stated back in the Galaxy S8+ review, 21:9 videos will fill the screen nicely as there will be no spill on the edges, and 16:9 movies will have a whole lot of darkness on both sides.

Though, that extra height is just perfect for those who use their phones for productivity purposes. Coupled with the S Pen, this new screen is a total bliss to work with.
Oh yeah, I’m not sure if this feature was available back when I reviewed the Galaxy S8+, but now there’s a little dot at the leftmost side of the navigation bar. Tap it twice and it’ll hide the navigation bar entirely. Swipe up from the bottom to reveal the bar.
This little feature does indeed improve immersion when it comes to the overall user experience – especially in gaming.
Epic Citadel scaled effortlessly!
My one complaint is the curved screen and how the S Pen interacts with it. It’s just… weird, as I can’t write around the corners. Essentially, the Galaxy Note8 has more vertical space to use the S Pen, but limited on both sides.
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Again with the same trend here – Samsung equipped the Galaxy Note8 with top-notch hardware. At the top is where you’ll find the SIM/microSD tray – pretty much the usual, as it holds a single dedicated nano-SIM card in the SIM1 slot and a microSD/nanoSIM combo on the second slot.

Of course, once the SIM tray is ejected ever so slightly, the screen lights up and a message pops out saying that the SIM tray is to be installed for proper waterproofing. How mindful of Samsung to warn us users to avoid potential damages.
Once again, the Galaxy Note8 comes with the Dual Audio feature – where you can use its Bluetooth 5.0-compatible chipset and connect two different Bluetooth speakers at once and play the same audio.
With top-notch connectivity comes AC WiFi, obviously.
Speaking of its connectivity, I can say that the iris scanner is a part of connectivity as well. I find myself using the iris scanner as my main method of unlocking the phone. Sure, sometimes the iris scanner just can’t catch my eyes – and that’s when I use the old-school pattern unlock.
Seriously, who’s idea is it to put the fingerprint scanner there?
Why? Because the fingerprint scanner location is still messed up. I’d rather use the iris scanner or draw out my pattern on the screen, actually.
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To me, the most interesting thing about the Galaxy Note8 is none other than its camera. We’ve discussed the two significantly different types of dual-camera systems in-depth here, but the Galaxy Note8’s dual-camera system is something beyond those two dual-camera systems. It’s a combination of both. It does both the function of a hybrid dual-camera system and a stereoscopic dual-camera system together.

For all of the photos taken with the Galaxy Note8, check out our Flickr album here!

As for the specs of the Galaxy Note8’s camera, you have:

Rear-cameras

12MP sensor with 26mm f/1.7 lens; has PDAF, OIS
12MP sensor with 52mm f/2.4 lens; has AF, OIS, 2x optical zoom

Selfie camera

8MP sensor with f/1.7 lens; has autofocus

Regarding the dual-cameras at the rear – take a look at this image. I’m not sure what sorcery Samsung enchanted the Galaxy Note8 with, but for all I know, the pictures taken are just superb in quality. Take a look at the sample photos below.
We did dive in-depth on what’s the differences between dual-camera systems that are available in the market today, but what the Samsung Galaxy Note8 has is something that we’ve never seen or heard before.

Learn more about dual-camera systems here.

Truly, it’s something special. Take a look at sample photos we took using the Galaxy Note8 here.
Rear camera
I absolutely love the way the pictures it produces. Colors are properly saturated, details are sharp, and most importantly – it’s quick. I have absolutely zero negative comments to say about the camera. I’ve actually taken only this phone to events and take pictures with it, and the quality is magnificent.
Check out the pictures taken for this event and also this event! They’re both taken with the Galaxy Note8 exclusively.

This picture is taken with ISO 50 on manual mode with 2-second shutter speed.

Then the sun came up, I took the picture again (surprisingly at a very similar perspective) at 1/2000 shutter speed.

The Live Focus mode on the Galaxy Note8 is much better than what the other competitors are offering. I really love how the pictures turn out – the subject is sharp, whereas the background is blurred. I like how clean the edges are, too.

Sure, there are little minor parts of the picture that the Live Focus mode can’t separate out clearly, but it still looks magnificent!

This picture is actually a mode within the Galaxy Note8’s camera itself. It detects your face and takes the picture for you. It’ll tell you the picture is taken through mini vibrations – and the selfies come out super sharp!
By the way, thanks to Tech Critter for taking this pic with me 😉
Selfie camera
I absolutely love the autofocusing feature on the selfie camera. Best thing is, the autofocusing is speedy and sharp. Take a look at these selfies – our hair is crisp and sharp!

Yes – Tech Critter and I took a selfie with Le Josette!

And congrats to our winner of the Razer Kraken Pro V2 giveaway too!
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Samsung has improved a lot with its latest iteration of the software. Though they have skinned it thoroughly, Samsung’s suite of software is still one of the best out there when integrated with their proprietary hardware.
The Note series had been on hiatus for a year, but Samsung’s comeback with the Galaxy Note8 is one that is not to be messed with. The new features that it brings to the table are something that I’m most impressed with.
Take a look at the new big screen. With the S Pen here, it’s like a perfect marriage between hardware and software. More screen, less bezel. Still easy to hold.
Also, the S Pen now has something called Live Message. It might sound like a gimmick at first – even I thought the same, but once I got to try it, my perspective changed. It brought my pen strokes to life.

Yeah… I know my writing is terrible.
Though there is one complaint when it comes to the software – some games still need to be restarted if the game is started before hiding the navigation bar. Else, there will be unused space. Of course, these are minor issues that can be ironed out through software updates in the future.
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When it comes to performance, I don’t think you’ll have to worry at all. It’ll perform just as well in all tasks thrown at it. Need the list of specs? Here it is:

Exynos 8895 Octa

4×2.34GHz + 4×1.7GHz

Mali-G71 MP20 graphics
6GB RAM
64GB storage
3,300mAh battery

Onward to scores – first with Epic Citadel. As mentioned earlier in the review, the Galaxy Note8 can have the game take over its entire screen – all 2960×1440 pixels. That’s exactly what I did for the Galaxy Note8 when it comes to Epic Citadel, and it performed as expected with a maximum of 60FPS.

In Vellamo test, the Galaxy Note8 just breezed through the benchmark and scored highest among all other smartphones in the list – as expected. I start to question the relevancy of Vellamo benchmark at this point in time, actually.
When it comes storage test, the Galaxy Note8 is obviously equipped with Samsung’s very own UFS 2.1 chips. The Galaxy Note8 has blazing fast speeds – with ~800MB/s in sequential read speeds and ~200MB/s of sequential write speeds.

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With a 3,300mAh battery, I feel that the Galaxy Note8 deserves a larger battery than what it has now. I mean, come on – 3,300mAh on this phone is just okay. It’s not going to guarantee a full day worth of usage under my heavy use case scenario.
However, like the Galaxy S8 and S8+, there’s a little feature to change the resolution from 1440p to 1080p. That way you can technically have a bit more juice available as the phone doesn’t have to crunch out that many pixels.
          On full 2960×1080 resolution.            On 2220×1080 resolution.
Once again, thanks to the beauty of FinFET, the Samsung Galaxy Note8’s efficiency is actually pretty high. It doesn’t feel hot at all.

Learn more about FinFET here

Charger
Then comes the charger. I find the design of the charger is – weird. It has a conventional shape – but the location for that USB port is weird. Like really weird.

It’s facing the bottom of the charger. I can say for sure that this is a design choice that you either like it or hate it. Imagine if your wall outlet is near the floor and the USB port is facing downwards…
Whichever the case may be, Samsung’s charger has a collapsible 3rd prong for ease of plugging in the charge and can output either a maximum of 9V at 1.67V (15W) or 5V at 2A (10W).

As this is indeed Samsung’s Adaptive Fast Charger, it only takes about 1.6 hours (or about 1 hour and 36 minutes) to charge the Galaxy Note8 from 3% of battery all the way up to 100%. It takes only about 40 minutes to reach 50% of battery charge, too.

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Let’s face it – with the price tag of RM3,999, it’s enough to scare away people already. I mean seriously – that price tag is not something to be taken lightly. Though, with great price comes great user experience – as the Galaxy Note8 checks boxes on my list like none other phones can.
The camera, for one, is indeed something special that only the Samsung Galaxy Note8 has to offer. In terms of technicality and how it works, Samsung did indeed create something new and brought it to the market. The picture quality speaks for itself, and people are indeed asking me what camera I used to take these great pictures.

I guess if I really had to nitpick, then the only complaint I have is the tiny battery that the Galaxy Note8 has. About 2 years ago, manufacturers across the globe pushed the battery capacity all the way to 3,000mAh – but after that, there hasn’t been much improvement. It has always been floating around the 3,000mAh range. What I like to see is the Note8 to have a 5,000mAh battery, even though it means the phone will be bulkier.
All in all, the Samsung Galaxy Note8 is a one-of-a-kind smartphone that I can vouch for. Get this phone if you can. You won’t regret it.

Pros

Included hard shell case
Impressive camera
Sleek design
Magnificent screen
Fantastic user experience
New S Pen and its features bring life to writings

Cons

Sky high price
Battery could be larger in capacity
Terrible fingerprint sensor location

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MWC2017: Lenovo Announces New Miix 320; Yoga 720 & Yoga 520; Tab 4, Moto G5 & G5 Plus

Lenovo today announced an ecosystem of devices and services that support the new era of mobility and represent how today’s users are demanding solutions that bridge connectivity, hardware and user-centric design. Lenovo is introducing a new device portfolio at Mobile World Congress 2017 that spans nearly all mobile form factors for the ultimate in choice with: the detachable Miix 320, blending affordability with connectivity on-the-go – two convertibles, mobile powerhouses Yoga 720 and 520 – four tablets, the versatile Tab 4 family built for everyone in the family – and Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus, smartphones that pair premium features with affordable prices. All these devices share the ability to give users true mobility, such as the powerful option of LTE* for near-ubiquitous connectivity. At the same time, Lenovo is announcing an enhancement to Lenovo Connect with support for reprogrammable e-SIMs, which on select Windows LTE-enabled devices, will allow customers to take advantage of their local Telco contract for data when at home and the best local wireless pricing when they are roaming, without having to swap out their SIM.
Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus: Captivating Design, Unlimited Performance.

The Moto G heritage is one of premium features without a premium price tag, and the all-new Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus remain true to this legacy, delivering what people want most without a premium price tag.
          Moto G5            Moto G5 Plus
The newest members of the Moto G family bring together an unexpected combination of beauty and power. Both devices feature precision-crafted metal design – a first for Moto G – and powerful octa-core processors that enable exceptional performance. Long lasting, all-day batteries mean less plugging in and more getting done, fingerprint readers keep user information safe and secure and advanced camera capabilities allow for the capture of stunning photos with faster focus. Unexpected is now extraordinary.
Lenovo Tab 4 Series Tablets for Kids and the Family
The Lenovo Tab 4 tablet family builds on the foundation of its mainstream tablets by making them even better: delivering four beautifully designed, powerfully built devices crafted for every member of the family. High on the multimedia experience, the Lenovo Tab 4 8 and Lenovo Tab 4 10 models have dual speakers and Dolby Atmos. The Lenovo Tab 4 family also introduces an all-new premium line for media buffs: the Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus and Lenovo Tab 4 10 Plus, sporting a standout dual-glass design with full HD displays, powerful processors and up to 12 hours of battery life.
          Lenovo Tab 4 8            Lenovo Tab 4 8 Plus
We take the tablet concept ever further with optional packs that transform the Lenovo Tab 4 series into dedicated kid’s tablets or productivity tablets. The Kid’s Pack comes with a shock-resistant bumper, a blue-light filter and a pair of colorful, scratch resistant 3M stickers, augmented by an optimized kid’s experience from the Lenovo Kid’s Account, which features up-to-date and curated kid’s content, a browser with whitelisted websites and scheduling tools for parents. The tablets can also transform into a 2-in-1 Android workhorse with the addition of the optional Productivity Pack with Bluetooth keyboard, which complements the experience of the Lenovo Tab 4’s productivity interface. This interface incorporates a taskbar for quick switching between apps, multi-window support, support for common keyboard shortcuts, and optimization for mouse and keyboard operations. (Read more about the Lenovo Tab 4 Series here.)
          Lenovo Tab 4 10            Lenovo Tab 4 10 Plus
Miix 320 Detachable with Lightning-Fast LTE Option

The Miix 320 combines the productivity of Windows 10 with full keyboard in a lightweight, affordable detachable. Use it as a laptop with its up to FHD 10.1-inch display for work or detach and use it as a portable tablet on the go weighing only 550g. 1 With up to 10 hours of battery life, you can catch up on a full season of Game of Thrones® without a charge. 2 Connect nearly anywhere with its optional LTE.* The mobile multitasking generation will find its balance of size and weight particularly useful with its detachable screen to watch videos, its stable docking keyboard and full PC performance when needed to create content. (Read more about the Miix 320 here.)
Keeping Connected Anywhere with Lenovo Connect e-SIM
Lenovo Connect e-SIM enhancement makes it easy to connect anywhere in the world – no more swapping out SIM cards. Lenovo Connect gives users a seamless connection and local wireless pricing even when they are abroad by taking advantage of local Telco contract for data. Users can even share the same plan across devices when those devices are enabled with Lenovo Connect.
Yoga Convertibles Balance Design, Performance and Mobility
          Lenovo Yoga 520            Lenovo Yoga 720
There are times when mobile users want the full power and productivity of a PC in a thin and light machine. As these multitaskers constantly flip between work and play, we built the Yoga 720 and 520 for them, available in 13, 14 and 15-inch models. The 15-inch Yoga 720 is the most powerful convertible in its class3 and comes with up to the latest 7th Gen Intel® Core™ i7 processors, NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1050 discrete graphics, blazing-fast Thunderbolt™ 3 and up to nine hours of battery life.2 For those looking for a wafer thin device, we designed the 13-inch Yoga 720 that’s 17 percent thinner than before at just 14.3mm.4 All the convertibles give users the most freedom and flexibility to use Yoga the way that fits their on-the-go lifestyles best through multiple modes. (Read more about the Yoga 720 and Yoga 520 here.)
Pricing and Availability
Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus will be available beginning in March in various countries across Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific and North America. Find Moto G5 starting at €199 with 2GB RAM/16GB storage. Moto G⁵ Plus starts at $229 USD with 2GB RAM/32GB storage and €279 for 3GB RAM/32GB storage.
The Tab 4 8 and Tab 4 10 start at €169 and €179, respectively. The Tab 4 8 Plus retails at €259 and the Tab 4 10 Plus at €299. They’re available at Lenovo retail partners and www.lenovo.com. Tab 4 Series tablets will be available in EMEA beginning late May.
The Miix 320 (keyboard included, Wi-Fi only without LTE) starts at €269, and the Miix 320 (keyboard included, with LTE) starts at €399 and are available beginning in April 2017. The Miix 320 with Active Pen support and Microsoft Office 365 (for 12 months) will be available in select markets starting in July 2017 on www.lenovo.com.
The Yoga 720 (13-inch) will be available starting at €999 in April 2017. Yoga 720 (15-inch) will be available starting at €1099 in April 2017. Yoga 520 (14-inch) will be available starting at €599 in July 2017.*

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Nokia Lumia 1020 launched in Malaysia

Image credits : Mashables

Of course, Elop didn’t come come to Malaysia to launch the Nokia Lumia 1020 – he’ll be cursed first for selling Nokia’s mobile division of Microsoft. This phone was leaked countless times previously and was officially launched in the United States a while back.
Having said that, obviously the phone’s selling point is as the image above, the 41MP PureView camera. This module was featured back in the Nokia 808 PureView, but has been improved much more for the Lumia 1020.
Nokia Malaysia just launched the Nokia Lumia 1020 and they’re making pre-orders available via StoreKini starting from the 19th of September, which includes freebies!

Pre-order now from StoreKini and you get a free camera grip with built-in rechargeable battery, and also a Silvertec Sanyo Cell 5200mAh power bank and with free shipping too. It’s available in yellow, black and white colours.
The official date that the Lumia 1020 being available in Nokia stores is on the 27th of September, and the recommended retail price is at a heavy RM 2,499.
Yes, RM 2,499.
Of course as Uncle Ben said, phone with great camera comes great price! Excellent picture quality is the real deal here of course, where clarity meets super high amount of pixels. Just make sure you wipe away your face if you don’t want to have droplets of sweat being seen when zoomed!
Maybe it is worth paying RM 2,499 for the amazing camera alone.
Check out the video below!

Seeing the video makes my hand itch.

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Lenovo Introduces the New ThinkPad X1 Carbon Touch & ThinkPad Tablet 8

PC computing leader Lenovo has release yet another 2 new premium device into their product portfolio, the third generation ThinkPad X1 Carbon and the dockable 8 inch ThinkPad Tablet 8 running windows 8.

As the name suggest, the professionally redefined ThinkPad X1  Carbon is forged from satellite grade carbon-fiber,  the same material use in aircrafts and racing cars and weighs less than magnesium and aluminum but is stronger than both. The X1 Carbon has gone through many military specification tests which makes the ThinkPad practically indestructible and weighs only 1.28kg on the base model under the world’s lightest 14-inch Ultrabook that also houses some of the most powerful hardware that are now available on the market. At just 17.72 mm thin, it’s also the thinnest ThinkPad ever.The ThinkPad X1  Carbon also packed with many premium features like an Adaptive Keyboard, Gesture Control, RapidCharge battery technology, a patented cooling system, and a stunning ThinkPad ColorBurst Display.
 Let go further into these premium feature one by one. The adaptive keyboard is actually the function key row that many of us are familiar with on a keyboard. On the ThinkPad X1 Carbon the row of funtion keys will dynamically adjusts based on the software or application being used to highlight the most relevant keys. The new Ultrabook is also equipped with gesture control, allowing users to interact with their PC in modern and familiar ways. The X1 Carbon can delivers up to 9 hours of battery life on a single charge and its RapidCharge technology will charge the X1 Carbon up to an impressive 80% battery in just under an hour. Couple with an optional built-in 4G capability, the X1 Carbon Touch has all the mobility and connectivity customers need wherever they go.

The ThinkPad ColorBurst Display is actually a high resolution screen(2560 x 1440) with 10-point multitouch screen coated with anti-glare and anti-smudge screen which result in crisper text, brighter images, and truer colors. The 180-degrees wide-screen viewing IPS also emit brightness of 300 nit. Other model of the X1 Carbon will feature a HD+ screen(1600×900) with a brightness of 260 nits.
Click here to learn more at Lenovo website.
 For detail specification of the new X1 Carbon, please click here.
The pricing of ThinkPad X1 Carbon start from RM6,189.00 for the base model and RM7,229 for the MultiTouch Premium HD+ version.
The second device launched by Lenovo is the ThinkPad Tablet 8. It is a dockable premium business tablet constructed out of machine-cut aluminum powered with full PC capabilities. the table can be transform into 3 different mode to cater to one’s everyday need. Without plugging anything, it can be use as a Tablet Mode, by plugging in a keyboard, a dock or a monitor, the ThinkPad can be transform into Desktop Mode and lastly by flipping over the optional Quickshot Cover to enter Tent Mode. In addition, peeling back the Quickshot cover will trigger the camera app to open allowing users to capture photos and videos intuitively and easily with the 8MP camera. The ThinkPad 8 also features a 2MP front-facing camera.

The screen is a 8.3 inch IPS wide-viewing angle display with Full HD (1920×1200) resolution and support up to 10-point multitouch. Content on the screen may also be shared wirelessly using Miracast technology or be view via a cable using its microHDMI port. It also features enterprise-ready security such as TPM 2.0, Mobile Device Management, Workplace Join, and an auto-triggered VPN function.
ThinkPad Tablet 8 is armed with the latest Intel Atom™ Processor Z3770, up to 64GB integrated storage (non-upgradable or swappable), WIFI a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0 connectivity and has Windows 8.1 32-bit pre-install with MS Office Home & Student 2013.
 Click here to learn more at Lenovo website.
The pricing of ThinkPad 8 will start from RM1,669.00.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip now official

It’s finally here. The device that was first known as Bloom by leakers, it is officially announced as the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. This is Samsung’s second foldable device, but it takes on a completely different form factor – and Samsung has implemented a lot of new technologies into the Galaxy Z Flip.
We have to talk about folding first. The Galaxy Z Flip takes the smartphone that we have now and folds it in half. Samsung improved on the hinge and now has something called Hideaway Hinge. Like a laptop’s hinge, the Galaxy Z Flip can now be left open at a range of angles. The hinge now also uses fibers that repel dust and dirt.

Since the hinge can stay open at a range of angles, Samsung has implemented something called Flex Mode. It separates the display into two 4-inch segments along the folding part. Essentially, it’s multitasking. Samsung has also updated the SDK so that developers can take advantage of this new feature.
This new hinge can also make the Galaxy Z Flip become a tripod and stand on its own to take long shutter pictures like light painting or timelapse videos. Just put the phone on a grippy surface to prevent the phone from slipping out of place.

The new hinge also allows us to do video calls without holding the phone. Since it can prop up on its own, we can leave the phone on the table, get the hinge on a comfortable angle, and we can talk for hours.

As for the specs, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip comes with this hardware:

Display
Main display
6.7-inch 1080p Dynamic AMOLED Infinity Flex with 21.9:9 aspect ratio
2636 x 1080 in resolution

Cover display
1.1-inch Super AMOLED display

Camera
Selfie camera
10MP f/2.4

Dual  rear-facing cameras
Ultra wide angle camera: 12MP f/2.2 with 123˚

Main: 12MP f/1.8 with Super Speed Dual Pixel AF, OIS

Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+

RAM
8GB

Storage
256GB internal storage

Battery
3,300mAh dual battery

The Galaxy Z Flip will be available in limited quantities in Mirror Purple and Mirror Black, and the Mirror Gold will be in select countries. The Galaxy Z Flip will be available starting 14th February at the price of USD $1,380.

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Review – ASUS ROG G701VIK: RM18k Gaming Beast

Hey – remember the world’s first liquid-cooled laptop? That was launched about a year and a half ago. That laptop is ridiculous for its time –  but that doesn’t stop ASUS from pushing the limit. Fast forward to now and there is actually quite a lot of difference in terms of hardware technology that’s available in the market. That’s where the brand new ASUS ROG GL701VI – specifically the G701VIK beastly gaming laptop fares out with the current top-of-the-line hardware available for mobile form factors.
It’s an insane gaming laptop, but we’ll try to make do it justice by taking a look at what the behemoth ASUS ROG G701VIK can do.

Unboxing
The box itself is a pain to deal with. The entire box with all the contents in it weighs more than 5 kilograms for sure, and it’s not small either. One tip before you unbox this monstrosity – make sure your desk has enough space first.
I’ll just lay it on the floor…
Opening up the box reveals the beast. Digging everything out reveals a humongous power brick, a power cord, a free ROG Sica mouse, and some documentation.

By the way, you’ll get a free ROG backpack to carry this giant along with your journeys. Unfortunately, we do not have that backpack in this review kit – which also made lugging around the humongous ASUS ROG G710VIK a very difficult task.

With that said, the I can’t help but highlight again – the power brick is seriously huge! Carrying it around will definitely be a problem. However, don’t think about leaving it behind and just take the laptop out. You’ll need both the ASUS ROG G701VIK and its power brick together.
More on why later, but take a guess. You’ll probably get it right.
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For those who have seen our original review of the ASUS ROG G752 from last year, then you’ve pretty much know its design inside out. Its design is near identical but has some tweaks here and there. The general size and geometry are tweaked, but generally remains the same. The general colors, however, have changed quite significantly. The new ASUS ROG G701VIK has a lot less red compared to its predecessor and more gunmetal grey all around.
ASUS still retains the ROG logo and two bars at the side that light up in red and only red when it boots up. Still the same as before.

The one thing that ASUS did change is the red LED strip along the rear where the two exhaust vents are found. This time around because the ASUS ROG G701VIK is such a power-hungry high-end laptop, ASUS employed a custom power jack. More on this later, too.

All other parts of the ASUS ROG G701VIK’s design remain pretty much the same as the G752, which is not a bad thing. Why change a design that’s aesthetically beautiful yet functional?

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Weight of the ASUS ROG G701VIK alone.

Weight of the power brick and power cable.

By the way, the ASUS ROG G701VIK weighs in at nearly 4kg (yes, four kilograms) and the power brick – with the power cord attached – weighs at about 1.5kg. Imagine lugging around 5.5kg for your laptop only. That’s pretty insane!
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ASUS is not joking around when it comes to I/O. They really do offer only the best when it comes to I/O. I mean, it shouldn’t, since it weighs 4.5kg and costs RM18k. Unlike Apple who charges a lot and only offers 4 Thunderbolt ports, ASUS is kind enough to provide a whole bunch of ports – ranging from USB 3.0 (now known as USB 3.1 Gen. 1) to Ethernet and even full-sized SD card readers!
USB 3.0 Type-A, full-sized HDMI, mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt 3, USB 3.0 Type-C, RJ45 LAN
Two USB 3.0 Type-A, microphone & headphone jack, full-sized SD card reader
With that said, I do find the location of the USB-A port on the right side very jarring. Why would ASUS even put it there? It’ll just block mouse movement! Routing the mouse cable to the other side however just makes no sense – but at least it wouldn’t obstruct your move movement.
Testing the ASUS ROG G701VIK with the ASUS ROG Pugio (review here).
As for network connectivity, the ASUS ROG G701VIK is equipped with the Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 for WiFi and a Realtek RTL8168. Plentiful for gaming and everyday computing, by the way.
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With big-sized laptops come big-sized screens – and the ASUS ROG G701VIK is indeed humongous. With its 17.3-inch screen and extra thick bezels just like its predecessors, its rigidity and strength are not to be questioned.

ASUS went all out (again) on the ASUS ROG G701VIK’s screen, as the 17.3-inch LED backlit panel has a 1080p resolution with 120Hz refresh rate and G-Sync enabled. IPS and G-Sync are definitely the highlights here when it comes to the ASUS ROG G701VIK’s screen. Topping it all off is a matte finish.

Now, it’s quite weird that ASUS didn’t actually specify what type of panel it’s using. I quite confirm that it’s using an IPS panel since it has such great viewing angles. By the looks of it, the colors are indeed vivid and its viewing angles are superb – as expected from an IPS panel.
Seriously wide viewing angles!
Speaking of angles, even its hinge can reach great angles of about 150°. That’s great news for ergonomics!

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Nothing has changed compared to its predecessors. It’s still using the same keyboard layout and switches (if my memory serves me right), and also the same trackpad. The keyboard is actually pretty decent for both gaming and typing as its actuation force is rather low with good travel distance.
The keyboard here does indeed have a number pad just like before. Even the backlighting is the same! It’s only available in red backlighting and the WASD keys have a little more edge glow compared to all of the other keys.

Then comes the trackpad which is off-centered – just like before. While I know many people don’t use their laptop trackpads at all, sometimes you still have to use it – especially when the ASUS ROG G701VIK has such an obnoxious USB port placement on the right side.
It’s a fairly okay trackpad for everyday use. The ASUS ROG G701VIK’s trackpad is using Windows precision driver.

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So what about the performance? The ASUS ROG G701VIK is indeed an RM18k laptop – so how well does its perform in gaming? Let’s take a deep look into each and every bit of it – inside out. But first, here’s a brief spec list of this monstrosity.

ASUS ROG G701VIK

Processor
Intel Core i7-7820HK @ 2.90GHz; Boosts to 3.90GHz
Overclocks to 4.30GHz

Memory
2*16GB DDR4 2400MHz SDRAM
Has two more unused SODIMM slots

Graphic
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 with 8GB VRAM

Storage
2*512GB PCIe Gen. 3 X4 NVMe SSD striped in RAID 0

Display
17.3-inch LED backlit with FHD resolution at 120Hz, anti-glare, and G-Sync

The ASUS ROG G701VIK has a revamped ROG Gaming Center and it’s a whole lot better than before. This is obviously the center where all of the dials can be manually dialed in, or left it at auto. It now even has something called “TURBO GEAR CONFIG” and a dropdown menu. You can select up to a total of 3 different things here – Standard, Extreme, or that little gear icon where it brings out even more details and options – including Manual.

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Standard mode

Extreme mode

In CPU-Z, I can see that the speeds are indeed crazily overclocked. On Intel’s website, it states that the i7-7820HK runs at a stock base clock of 2.9GHz and boosts up to 3.9GHz. For this laptop, that holds true – until the Extreme profile kicks in. That overclocks the processor all the way up to just a tad shy of 4.3GHz maximum!
Standard mode
Extreme mode
Benchmarks
When it comes to benchmarks, we’re going to separate it into two parts – one with Standard mode, and another with Extreme mode. By the way, the RAID 0 SSD doesn’t care if it’s in Standard or Extreme mode at all. Which makes sense, as the PCIe lanes are independent of CPU multiplier overclocking.
Sweet baby, look at that speed!

Without further ado, here’s out benchmarks done for both Standard and Extreme modes while plugged into its power brick.
ASUS ROG G701VIK games benchmark
ASUS ROG G701VIK synthetic benchmark
According to these two graphs, there’s only one thing that rings true – the Extreme mode is actually something. Is it doing a good job? Well… that’s up to the cooling system – which leads us to the next segment.
Cooling performance
ASUS made the ROG G701VIK so that when the power jack is connected, it’ll switch to Extreme mode by itself. That’ll give you some extra performance boost – but not too much while gaming…
Because the ASUS ROG G701VIK is indeed an air-cooled laptop, it thermal throttles instantly once I launched any games. Even in Overwatch’s main menu. And it sounds like a jet engine too!
Look at those red bars…
Both CPU and GPU will hit the 90℃ mark quite instantly, and it’ll thermal throttle right away. In Standard mode, it’ll still hit the 90℃ and sound like a jet engine. AIDA64 does say that the CPU is thermal throttling too, but at 0%. Once it’s on Extreme mode however… AIDA64 reports 24% throttling. Through a simple calculation, that means the CPU is at about ~300MHz above its stock clock speed.
It’s quite atrociously loud too. I had to turn on the volume to the max while playing Overwatch just to hear something through its built-in speakers. They sound decent by the way, but too bad it can’t be utilized while gaming.
Overclocking?
Yes – I know that I just mentioned that the ASUS ROG G701VIK indeed thermal throttles instantly and sound like a jet engine, spewing out hot air at the back – but hear me out here. The Gaming Center does give quite a lot of options to overclock – but I’m not sure if this machine is able to utilize any of it.
I don’t understand why XMP isn’t turned on since it’s 1.20V on both 2400MHz and 2800MHz.
You can still enable XMP to give the RAM an extra 400MHz boost to run at 2800MHz. According to what I can find out through CPU-Z, both 16GB RAM in the ASUS ROG G701VIK is already running at 1.20V at 2400MHz, and enabling XMP here will overclock the RAM to run at 2800MHz – but still at 1.20V. Makes me wonder why ASUS didn’t enable it by default.
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With the fans running like jet engines, it surely does suck in a lot of air to cool down the CPU, GPU, and PCIe Gen.3 X4 NVMe SSDs. With more airflow, that means even more dust and debris – potentially even bugs too. Physical bugs, I mean.
Here’s where things differ from its predecessors. At the bottom of the ASUS ROG G701VIK is where these screw plugs are found. Take them out and unscrew all the Philips screw. You’re done with Part 1.
Part 2 is a little trickier. Remember that little part that’s behind the screen and above the two exhaust vents? You’ll have to pry that flap open and unscrew the Philips screws at an extremely awkward angle. Then, you’re done with part 2 and the bottom plate can be lifted off entirely, revealing the guts of the beast that is the ASUS ROG G701VIK.
Opening up the whole thing reveals a few components – the M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD, WiFi card, two more SO-DIMM slots, the two jet engine fans with a total of 6 heatpipes. The cooling system looks rather weird, as one of the heatpipe is stretched to the other fin stack instead.
Yes, that is indeed an ROG logo on the contact plate.
By the looks of it, the ASUS ROG G701VIK is rather easily serviceable. Opening the back plate is indeed a little tricky, but its components are rather easily accessible. From CPU-Z, it says that this motherboard has 4 SO-DIMM slots and two of them are in use. However, I can’t find those two that are in use. I can’t find the other 512GB NVMe SSD too!

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By the way, removing that lonesome NVMe SSD will break the RAID 0 stripe. You’ll have to wipe all data and reinstall Windows if you choose to separate the NVMe SSDs.
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With a gaming laptop like this, don’t expect good battery life. As the ASUS ROG G701VIK does indeed have a G-Sync panel, it cannot have NVIDIA Optimus – the technology where it switches between integrated while on battery and discrete graphic card whenever it’s needed.

That means it’ll suck quite a lot of power from the battery even when it’s idling – and that’s going to impact battery life quite significantly. Luckily for us, the ASUS ROG G701VIK automatically switches and locks to Standard profile mode once the power jack is disconnected. Even with that, it still sits at about 2.5 hours of battery life tops.
The power brick as said before, weighs in at 1.5kg. It outputs a maximum of 19.5V at 16.9A, which means it’s 330W. That’s insane. And yes, with that amount of power going through the power brick, it does get hot. And the cables are really thick, too.
As for the proprietary jack, I’m not sure what to feel about it. It’s easy to insert but horrifyingly difficult to take out. It works if you plug it in upside down, but be aware of that push-release mechanism there.

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So here’s the bottomline. The ASUS ROG G701VIK is definitely for ballers – or “bangsawan”, as we Malaysians call it. It costs RM17,999 – which roughly translates to about USD $4,200!
Everything about the ASUS ROG G701VIK screams quality and durability – even its hardware and specs included too.

The performance is definitely up there – but the cooling solution is definitely the first thing I wish that ASUS revamps. That jet engine cooling solution is something that I don’t really know how to get by in day-to-day usage. Even active noise-cancelling headphones won’t be able to help.

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Vertu Ti launches in Singapore

This ridiculously expensive, hideous looking, snail-speed luxury smartphone is now going to launch in Singapore with a super hefty price of SGD $13,000 (RM 32,367.14) for the most basic, cheapest variant, the “Titanium Black Leather” model. Four more variants, the “Titanium Pure Black” costs SGD $15,000, the “Titanium Black Alligator” costs SGD $17,000, and the most expensive “Black PVD Titanium Red Gold Mixed Metals” model costs a total of SGD $27,000 (RM 67,224.06).
But for those who have never seen it before – here is a picture of it.

Ridiculously priced! Hideous looking! It reminds me of how many vents, pipes, protruding pieces, openings and lines were on Optimus Prime’s chest piece! I can’t say much more about anything else but the specs of this phone is worth a laugh.

3.7 inch, 800×480 pixel resolution screen
1.7GHz dual-core CPU,
Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich
8MP rear facing camera
1GB RAM
64GB internal memory, microSD compatible
Bang & Olufsen stereo speakers

Certainly, the things you get for a ridiculously priced phone must be up to its standard, which is only the speakers and the very-common-nowadays 64GB internal storage.
Seriously, this phone is so overpriced that instead of getting the “Black PVD Titanium Red Gold Mixed Metals” model, I can buy myself a car with cash!!
Sources : Android Authority

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Guys behind YES collabs with First Ambulance to debute Malaysia’s 1st 5G Smart Ambulance service

First Ambulance Services (FAS) and YTL Communications (YTLC) have announced their strategic partnership that will improve emergency healthcare for Malaysians.

The collaboration between the two companies focuses on providing enhanced emergency treatment through the YES 5G Smart Ambulance service, enabling new use cases such as remote telemetry of diagnostics and imaging.
This collaboration is in line with the vision of the Ministry of Health to increase the overall efficiency and quality of Malaysia’s emergency medical services.
Minister of Health in Malaysia, Khairy Jamaluddin commented: “I am pleased to see FAS and YTLC working together to uplift the ambulance service standards in Malaysia using 5G. Harnessing the power of 5G to use the time spent en route to the hospital to enable effective triage using real-time feeds of patient telemetry and medical imaging. In addition, 5G-based Extended Reality will transform the ways we care for the patients and save lives. I look forward to seeing broader adoption of 5G technology across all sectors in public health, including our hospitals.”
The high performance of 5G will also enable another first-in-Malaysia – implementation of Extended Reality (XR), which allows the doctors to provide real-time guidance to the technicians in the ambulance. These innovations will improve the speed and precision of emergency care, allowing more people to be saved in life-threatening situations.

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ARM axes Huawei too; massive blow to the company

I think at this point of time, everyone of us have heard the news that the US is banning Huawei Technologies entirely. Google, being a company from the US, is obligated to follow the laws and cut ties with Huawei, hence the original story. The latest development in this ban is ARM. From official announcements, Huawei said that their backup plan is to migrate away from Android and use HongMeng OS but there are no details about HongMeng OS other than the name itself.
All in all, Huawei now has to develop both hardware and software from the ground up within a short period of time while being able to compete with the big boys, without infringing any intellectual properties. That is a really tough miracle to pull off – or perhaps Huawei’s backup plan foresaw ARM’s departure too.

This is a developing story and we will continue to update this page when we have more information.

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Review – j5create JVA02: USB 3.0 capture card at unbelievable price

Over the years, we’ve been very eager to try out some capture cards here at our lab. Since our visit to j5create’s booth at Computex 2019, we were in awe to see that they have some interesting products in the market already. One product that stood out to me is their capture card, the j5create JVA02. This is an external capture card that captures up to 1080p resolution at 60fps.
I asked them about the availability and they told me it’s available now and the Malaysian price is only at RM499. Wait, what? Really? That’s nearly half the price of what the other brand offers!

In disbelieve, I wanted to try the j5create JVA02 for myself. Were there any corners cut to make it such a low price? No, not really. Check out our full review here. We also included a tutorial on how to set up the j5create JVA02 for yourself.

All in all, the j5create JVA02 is a simple to use an external capture card that runs off USB 3.0 protocol with full 1080p resolution capturing at 60fps. There are also 3.5mm audio jacks for both audio monitoring and a microphone to have zero delay between listening to the game audio and the words spoken by you.

One interesting feature on the j5create JVA02 is the presence of a “power” and “host” port. That gives the j5create JVA02 the ability to be powered via an external power source – like a power bank. I tried to use my phone as a display for my Nintendo Switch and hey – it works and charges my phone at the same time!

The j5create JVA02 is now officially available on j5create’s official Lazada store for the price of RM499. Compared to other options in the market like the Elgato HD60 S which is also a USB 3.0 capture card with up to 1080p at 60fps, this is a compelling option.

Where to buy?
Lazada

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Grab HUAWEI’s products at attractive price during its 8.2 Brand Day on Shopee

HUAWEI Malaysia has announced the HUAWEI 8.2 Brand Day, bringing shoppers exciting deals on 1st and 2nd August 2022, exclusively at its official Shopee store.
The two-day sales offer shoppers a variety of HUAWEI products ranging from wearables to laptops, so it’s time to mark your calendar if you’ve had your eye on any of the following selected products for quite some time.

Wearable
Promo Price

1st August
2nd August

Band 4e Active
RM69

Band 6
RM149

Band 7
RM169

WATCH 3 46mm Fluoroelastomer
RM1,399

WATCH 3 Pro 46mm Leather
RM1,799

WATCH GT 2 46mm Fluoroelastomer Matte Black
RM429
RM419

WATCH GT 2 46mm Leather
RM549

WATCH GT 2 Pro 46mm Fluoroelastomer
RM799

WATCH GT 3 42mm Fluoroelastomer Night Black
RM699

WATCH GT 3 42mm Leather
RM799

WATCH FIT
RM269

WATCH GT Runner
RM999

Earbud
Promo Price

1st August
2nd August

FreeBuds 4
RM369

FreeBuds 4i
RM189

FreeBuds Pro
RM399
RM389

FreeBuds SE
RM169

IoT
Promo Price

1st August
2nd August

WiFi WS5200
RM89

Scale 3
RM89

Tablet
Promo Price

1st August
2nd August

MatePad 10.4 2020 LTE 4GB+64GB
RM899
RM879

MatePad 10.4 2020 LTE 4GB+64GB with FREE Smart Magnetic Keyboard
RM999
RM979

MatePad 11 WIFI 6GB+128GB with FREE Smart Magnetic Keyboard
RM1,998

MatePad 11 WIFI 6GB+256GB with FREE Smart Magnetic Keyboard
RM2,398

MatePad T 10 2020 WIFI 2GB+32GB
RM499
RM489

MatePad T 10 2020K WIFI 4GB+64GB
RM569
RM549

PCs / Smart Screen
Promo Price

1st August
2nd August

Display 23.8 AD80
RM509

MateView
RM2,299

MateBook D 14 2021 Intel i3 10th 8+256GB with FREE Back Pack
RM1,699
RM1,649

MateBook 14 2021 with FREE Back Pack and Mouse
RM2,499

Vision S 55-inch
RM2,599

MateBook 14 R5 8GB+512GB
RM2,499
RM2,429

Kindly refer to HUAWEI Malaysia’ official Facebook Page for further updates.

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Grab the new Samsung Galaxy M12 at just RM599 tomorrow only on Shopee!

Samsung Malaysia has announced the debut of the new Galaxy M12 to be exclusively on Shopee.

Yet another battery-focused smartphone packed together with other entry-level hardware, it is set to be launched tomorrow at just RM599 instead of its standard price of RM799 and for a budget device to get a hefty RM200 discount, it is pretty compelling, to be honest.
Here is the spec list of the Galaxy M12 for reference.

6.5-inch IPS LCD Display

Waterdrop Notch

Exynos 850 Chipset
4GB RAM
64GB Storage, expandable up to 1TB
Quadruple Rear Cameras

Main: 48MP f/2.0 with PDAF
Ultra-Wide: 5MP f/2.2
Macro: 2MP f/2.4
Depth Sensor

8MP Selfie Camera
5,000mAh Battery

15W Fast Charge

Green, Blue Colors

Click here to get to the product page and be sure to get it bookmarked so you can checkout fast!

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BenQ MOBIUZ EX2710U – Best 4K 144Hz Gaming Monitor for Console and PC 2022

Previously we had a great time with the BenQ MOBIUZ EX3210U, it is an excellent 32-inch 4K 144Hz gaming monitor that comes with a slew of amazing features. Click here to learn more if you missed out on our thoughts on that particular monitor. Today, what we have in the studio is another model from the MOBIUZ series – meet the BenQ MOBIUZ EX2710U, a 27-inch variant that takes up less space on your desk and is more wallet-friendly while enjoying all the features that come along with its 32-inch bigger brother.
Unboxing and Setup
The monitor ships in a sturdy cardboard box inclusive of all the following accessories:

power adapter
HDMI 2.1 cable (1.8m)
DisplayPort cable (1.8m)
USB 3 upstream cable

The monitor can be set up by first screwing the base to the neck, then attaches to the back of the monitor.

To be frank, I’m not a fan of this kind of triangular base as it is not that practical. Then again, it is up to your personal preference and some might find it attractive.

It has tilt, height and swivel adjustments except that it cannot support vertical mode. If you want, there’s always an option to mount the monitor on a monitor arm. Of course, that is if you have that requirement, otherwise, general users who don’t need vertical mode will find the default monitor stand to be sufficient.
Connectivity

In terms of the connectivities we’ve got:

2x HDMI 2.1
1x DisplayPort 1.4
1x 3.5mm audio passthrough
1x USB-B upstream port
4x USB-A downstream ports

The cable routing hole is reasonably sized and once you are done plugging in the cables, you can cover the monitor back with the cover. I just don’t know why BenQ positioned all four USB-A ports at the back instead of separating two at the back and two at the side for easy access.
Outlook Design and Buttons

The MOBIUZ EX2710U has the same design scheme as its bigger brother. The overall clean design makes it a monitor that fits into all sorts of table arrangements and interior designs.

The monitor’s back panel is white and comes with four LED strips. You can configure the lighting mode and colour in the monitor OSD menu. The OSD control buttons and joystick are located under the monitor frame, just beside the transparent power button.

The package also includes a remote control for you to sit back and relax while adjusting the monitor settings such as speaker volume, HDR mode, input selection etc. In other words, It is the easiest way to navigate around the OSD menu compared to the joystick.
Display

Here’s the key highlight of the MOBIUZ EX2710U, the display panel. This is a 4K 144Hz IPS panel with a 98% DCI-P3 colour gamut. In other words, this panel is not just suitable for triple-A game titles, content creators can also benefit from its colour accuracy for video and photo editing.

It also has VESA DisplayHDR 600 certification, especially suitable for the next-gen console gaming experience. Unique to the BenQ monitors are the HDRi modes. It is a built-in HDR preset for those who like to tinker around with the look and feel of the display.
Game HDRi as the name suggest is suitable for game titles while the Cinema HDRi is best for movies. Meanwhile, the standard Display HDR is best for all purposes.

BenQ has prepared a dedicated button at the bottom right bezel to quickly toggle between the three HDR profiles to match with your visual preference.

Besides, the monitor at 4K resolution also supports up to 144Hz refresh rate for that silky smooth gaming experience. Perfect for triple-A titles on PC. For PS5 and XBOX Series X/S, the monitor will automatically adjust to support 4K 120Hz. If you own both PC and console, don’t worry, as the monitor comes included with two HDMI 2.1 ports and one DisplayPort 1.4. By connecting all your gaming devices to the monitor, you can easily switch between the PC and the console with a button press.
The MOBIUZ EX2710U is also capable of saving different quick menus and display settings for each individual display input. For example, you can configure the HDMI 1 for PS5 with a Racing display profile and Standard mode for the PC. Now, whenever you change the display source, the monitor will load the preset automatically to fit your viewing preference.
While this may not be the key feature of the MOBIUZ series, BenQ also included its proprietary Eye-Care technology with the MOBIUZ EX2710U. The sensors located under the front bottom bezel will detect your surrounding lighting and automatically adjust the display brightness to improve your viewing comfort. Personally, I have a habit of using the computer in a consistent lit environment, so I would calibrate the display to that standard and leave it that way.
Entertainment (audio)

While I usually don’t touch on a monitor’s speaker because they’re at best usable as a backup speaker, the MOBIUZ EX2710U is different. In fact, I can say these built-in 2.1 stereo sound system powered by treVolo is pretty unique. Thanks to the dedicated subwoofer mounted at the back of the monitor, the sound quality is miles better than other monitors’ standard speakers. The monitor also included a couple of audio presets for different purposes, such as racing games, movies, music and more.
This is great for those who are looking to have a clean desktop setup without having to deal with all the speaker cables. Besides, the speaker is decent for everyday use when the user is not using a headphone. Besides, the monitor also has a built-in microphone for online conference calls.
Conclusion

Having experienced both BenQ MOBIUZ 32-inch and 27-inch 4K gaming monitors, I’m genuinely impressed with all the features BenQ packed into the lineup. They also have different resolutions, refresh rates, screen sizes and a choice between the flat or curved panel. The BenQ EX2710U is priced at RM3,999. You can check out the links below to learn more about the other models and specifications.
BenQ MOBIUZ EX2710U – https://benqurl.biz/3PA05Y9
Shopee – https://benqurl.biz/3T4yz7X
BenQ MOBIUZ EX3210U – https://benqurl.biz/3PGhQVq
Shopee – https://benqurl.biz/3T7g0Qv

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HONOR View20 now starts at RM1,799

HONOR Malaysia has announced that the View20 is now more affordable than ever, coming in with a price of RM1,799 only. How does this work? HONOR Malaysia is calling it an immediate cashback. In a way, this is indeed a permanent price cut.
Starting from today onward, you can head on to HONOR Malaysia’s store and get the HONOR View20. Both RAM/storage configurations of the HONOR View20 will now receive an immediate cashback. The new prices are:

6GB RAM + 128GB storage: RM200 cashback. New price @ RM1,799

Available in Sapphire Blue and Midnight Black

8GB RAM + 256GB storage: RM300 cashback. New price @ RM2,199

Available in Phantom Blue

We have to reiterate again that the HONOR View20 is their first ever smartphone in the market that has a 48MP camera sensor and software that takes advantage of its prowess.
We traveled to Paris with the HONOR View20 only and we were surprised by how beautiful the pictures turned out to be. Thanks to the Sony IMX586 sensor, it can take night pictures with high fidelity by combining 4 pixels into one. Under bright daylight, the new 48MP AI Ultra Clarity mode is able to take even more beautiful pictures via handheld. It preserves details and accentuates the colors while combining a bit of HDR into the mix.
It means liberty, equality, fraternity. Taken with the HONOR View20.
Of course when it comes to performance, the HONOR View20 is equipped with the latest Kirin 980 chipset. This same chipset is also used on the new Huawei P30 and P30 Pro as well.
It can play the latest games with zero issues. Equipped with its 4,000mAh battery, the phone can last you through a day without a sweat if you are frugal enough. Else, you can charge it with the 22.5 Super Charge charger, it can juice up the phone to 50% at just 18 minutes.
You can read our in-depth review of the HONOR View20 here to learn everything about it.
With the new price that starts from RM1,799, I think the HONOR View20 is at a very competitive price point now.

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Review – Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019): The RM599 tablet

Not too long ago, we reviewed the brand new Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 (2019). With it comes some decent specs built into the laptop itself too. Then a few weeks ago, Samsung released their brand new, ultimate budget tablet into the market – the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019).
As the name suggests, this is an 8-inch tablet but without the S Pen. The price is just RM599.

I think we first have to acknowledge the fact that the tablet is priced at a really, really low price at RM599. With it, definitely comes a few compromises too. Let’s take a look at the specs for the configuration that we have:

8.0-inch IPS LCD display

1280×800 pixels in resolution

Qualcomm Snapdragon 429 chipset
2GB RAM
32GB internal storage (expandable with microSD)
8MP rear-facing camera
2MP selfie camera
5,100mAh battery
Android 9.0 Pie with Samsung One UI

With its specs out of the way, you probably already realize the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019)’s inability to play heavier games. And that’s true – it can’t even run Honkai Impact 3 on the lowest graphical settings. Same goes to PUBG Mobile.

However, the tablet runs fine for casual titles like Angry Birds 2 and whatnot. It even runs fine for Facebook scrolling, Instagram, Twitter, and all the other social media.

One interesting thing here is that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) is perfect for those who just want a larger screen to view Facebook and watch YouTube videos. This tablet is able to handle those tasks nicely.

Another great design choice is that Samsung still includes the stereo downward-firing speakers on that tablet. It’s loud – and this is especially useful for those who use a tablet in the kitchen to look at cooking recipe videos.
Of course, Samsung also included the Kids playground for our little friends as well. For such a low-priced laptop, it makes sense that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) can also be a great tablet for kids.

The big forehead and chin mean that you have more places to actually grab the tablet without obstructing your screen. That’s a huge plus point.
With a 5,100mAh battery, it lasted for about 16 hours in our battery life test. This means that you can hand the tablet over to your kids and only have to charge it again 2 days later. That’s good!

Then comes the charging time of the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019). While we don’t have the full retail package of the tablet itself, we can tell you that the tablet does not support any sort of fast charging. With a 5V 2A charger, it takes about 250 minutes to charge from 15% to 100%.
By the way, the camera on this tablet is able to take some good looking pics when the stars align – though I don’t endorse tablet photography at all.

And by the way – the Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) uses a micro USB port. So no, it won’t support Samsung DeX at all.

So finally, for the price of just RM599 – I think that the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 8.0 (2019) offers a great value proposition here.

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