Samsung 12GB LPDDR4x-based uMCP now in mass production

Samsung has just announced a new lineup of all-in-one memory packages for smartphones, integrating DRAM and storage. The new UFS-based multichip package (uMCP) from Samsung will come with LPDDR4X-4266 memory and UFS 3.0 storage, and are now in mass production.

These new uMCP devices are intended for mid-range devices, which might mean that Samsung themselves are readying for mid-range smartphones with more than 10GB RAM. For now, we only see the premium flagships touting above 8GB RAM, so it would be very interesting to see if Samsung’s new uMCP can bring that down to mid-range segment.
Samsung will be offering their new uMCP solutions in two variants, a 10GB one and a 12GB one. There will be a variety of storage configurations, but both RAM capacities will sport four DRAM chips, allowing the latest mobile chipsets to make full use of their quad-channel memory controllers.

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The whopping 12GB LPDDR4x RAM capacity on the new uMCP solutions is enabled by cramming four of Samsung’s latest 24Gb LPDDR4x chips manufactured on Samsung’s 1y-nm process technology onto the uMCP. Previous 12GB DRAM packages packed up to six 16Gb LPDDR4x chips.
You can probably expect to see the new Samsung uMCP used in devices early next year.
Pokdepinion: 12GB RAM in mid-range devices… Now that just makes my flagship with 6GB RAM look weak.
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Epic Games is Suing YouTuber for Fortnite Cheats

It certainly isn’t the first time we’re seeing developer Epic Games filing a lawsuit against cheaters in their game, Fortnite. This one in particular however is rather big as the one getting sued is YouTuber Golden Modz (Brandon Lucas) along with his partner Excentric (Colton Conter).
The lawsuit is filed for the use and distribution of cheats, which is a violated of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. It is a breach of agreement and both individuals are considered to have engaged in “tortious interference” by posting videos of them cheating in Fortnite as well as selling cheat tools through their website.

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Epic Games has already made their move by requesting YouTube to take down several of those Fortnite videos. YouTuber Golden Modz / Brandon Lucas has claimed to be innocent, citing that he didn’t see his actions as troublesome, and that “other YouTubers” were doing the same.
If Epic Games were to win the lawsuit, it will definitely prove to be a very costly endeavour for both Brandon Lucas and Colton Conter. They will have their profits taken away from them, and also pay for damages and court costs.
Clearly, the studio’s goal here is to discourage cheaters and those profiting off of it by any means. With this particular high-profile case, it will certainly send quite a message to other gamers out there. At the moment, they will be looking to improve their anti-cheat system in the game.
Source: Engadget
Pokdepinion: Playing games with cheats can be fun but only if you’re playing alone. If it’s an online game where you play with a lot of other people, that’s just killing the fun for everyone else. Don’t be a buzzkill and play the game the way you are meant to play it.
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TM unveils a new 30 Mbps unifi plan — they weren’t kidding when they promised cheaper Internet!

TM held a media briefing with some members of the media, and they revealed their upcoming unifi plan. The new plan is set to offer speeds of up to 30 Mbps for less than RM100/month, or more than 44% less than what they charged for their existing 30 Mbps plans. Details are scarce though, with registrations to be open starting 15th July.

Apparently TM will also reintroduce the unlimited unifi mobile postpaid plans, previously also marketed under the webe brand. Aside from this they are looking into upgrading the plans for current unifi subscribers to offer double the speed at no extra cost, while offering special package upgrades for eligible pre-unifi (previously known as Streamyx) customers.

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The new 30 Mbps plan is designed for the lower income B40 group of the population, so maybe we will see TM requesting pay slips to ensure that the plan is not misappropriated by the higher income groups.
Maybe we didn’t get 50% off our Internet bill, but hey, at least we are getting somewhere?
Source: The Star Online
Pokdepinion: I am interested in the unlimited unifi mobile postpaid. After seeing the speeds the network can achieve, I would love to check it out.
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Hotlink Offers More Rewards And Value With The Hotlink App This Merdeka

Hotlink is giving its fans the chance to win attractive vouchers, prizes, and the latest smartphones by simply reloading their credit or purchasing e-vouchers on the Hotlink app during Merdeka. The promotion aims to reward Hotlink users who “Bikin Selalu, Hotlink App Dulu” on a regular basis.
Get rewarded this Merdeka with the Hotlink app

Customers will receive Hotlink Reward Points for every credit top-up via direct banking or e-wallet (including MAE, Boost, or Touch ‘n Go) through the Hotlink app from now until September 30. These points can be acquired and redeemed for a variety of prizes, such as Dunkin’ Donuts, Tealive, Kenny Rogers, Burger King, Lazada, Grabfood, and many others. Customers are encouraged to redeem the items every time they top up because points are replenished at the end of the month.

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Below is how the Hotlink Reward Points are calculated:

< RM10: 5 Hotlink Reward Points
>= RM10 to < RM30: 25 Hotlink Reward Points
>= RM30: 50 Hotlink Reward Points

Users who buy an e-voucher from the Hotlink Rewards catalogue between now and September 17 will be entered into a draw to win a variety of prizes, including the latest iPhone 12 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus. A total of 32 devices are up for grabs. Vouchers with a value of less than RM10 are for one entry, while vouchers with a value of more than RM10 are worth two entries.
Open the Hotlink app or download it from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to learn more about how to claim these fantastic prizes.
Pokdepinion: Time to spend and win that iPhone 12 or Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus. Or you know. if you’re like me, you’d be redeeming food vouchers till there’s no tomorrow. Mmmmm Dunkin’ Donuts.
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Join OPPO’s One Goal, One Cheer, One Giveaway Contest And Win An OPPO A95 Smartphone

In celebration of Asia’s most-anticipated football tournament, AFF Suzuki Cup 2020, OPPO Malaysia is inviting all Malaysians to take part in its One Goal, One Cheer, One Giveaway initiative to share their love of football. To add to the excitement, OPPO is giving away a total of 12 OPPO A95 units worth over RM13,000 to winners.
Win an OPPO A95 with OPPO’s One Goal, One Cheer, One Giveaway contest

Starting on December 12th, 2021, OPPO urges users to send messages on OPPO’s Twitter platform of them cheering on and supporting the Malaysian football team by leveraging OPPO A95 capabilities like the massive 5,000mAh battery and 33W Flash Charge. Because most fans are unable to physically attend the matches because they are hosted in Singapore, the One Goal, One Cheer, One Giveaway tournament seeks to virtually unify football and OPPO lovers by instilling a competitive spirit among them.

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All you have to do is cheer to be eligible to win an OPPO A95. Simply follow these instructions to get in on the action and participate in the contest:

Participate in the One Goal, One Cheer One Giveaway contest on the OPPO Official Twitter page on Match Day.
Convert your favourite OPPO A95 feature into a creative cheer for Malaysia Team.
Comment your cheer on the contest post posted by the OPPO Official Twitter page with the hashtag #OPPOA95.
Ensure your Twitter profile is set to public.

Participants are welcome to enter the contest according to the timetable below, and a maximum of two OPPO A95 units will be given away on each Match Day:

Malaysia vs Vietnam on 12th December 2021
Malaysia vs Indonesia on 19th December 2021
Semi-Final (Leg 1 of 2) on 22nd or 23rd December 2021
Semi-Final (Leg 2 of 2) on 25th or 26th December 2021
Final (Leg 1 of 2) on 29th December 2021
Final (Leg 2 of 2) on 1st January 2022

Please read the terms and conditions here to learn more about the One Goal, One Cheer, One Giveaway contest and here to learn more about the OPPO A95 promo code giveaway. You can also read our review of the OPPO A95 here.
Pokdepinion: Can’t wait for the AFF Suzuki Cup to kick off this weekend! Let’s go Malaysia!
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Microsoft and NVIDIA Signs 10-Year Deal Bringing Xbox PC Titles To GeForce NOW

Following a 10-year deal with Nintendo for Call of Duty titles, Microsoft is signing another deal with NVIDIA – this time for all games under its umbrella.

In its rapid expansion to the gaming market, Microsoft has officially signed a 10-year deal with NVIDIA which will brought Xbox PC titles to NVIDIA’s cloud gaming platform, GeForce NOW. This will allow players to access their PC games in virtually any device, providing sufficient network quality. NVIDIA’s press release also noted that Call of Duty titles will be included as well – after Microsoft’s acquisition on Activision Blizzard is formally closed.

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“Xbox remains committed to giving people more choice and finding ways to expand how people play,” said Phil Spencer, CEO of Xbox. “This partnership will help grow NVIDIA’s catalog of titles to include games like Call of Duty, while giving developers more ways to offer streaming games. We are excited to offer gamers more ways to play the games they love.”
The integration is currently in progress, which should mean that players who bought the game on Windows Store will have instant access to the game through GeForce NOW. NVIDIA says that “third-party partner titles” will be available, providing that the game publisher has granted relevant rights to do so. Those who own Xbox PC games on third-party clients such as Steam or Epic Games Store can stream their games through GeForce NOW as well.
Pokdepinion: Quite a big deal – considering the huge player base Microsoft currently have, this may be the one that makes cloud gaming popular (sorry, Stadia).
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Atari’s Coming Back With A Brand New Console – Say Hello to the Ataribox

A console 21 years in the making

Atari is back in the console making biz. After being dormant for so many years, the legendary video game company’s CEO pretty much confirmed that a new console is on the way.
A mysterious website popped up on the Internet about a week ago that displayed nothing but a short video of a console that is purportedly under development from Atari. Due to a lack of concrete information a lot of people (me included) dismissed the whole thing as an elaborate hoax. which isn’t really a far fetched thing to assume nowadays but it turns out that that isn’t the case anymore.

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In a recent interview with VentureBeat at E3 2017, Atari CEO Fred Chesnais confirmed that the website and the console, named the Ataribox, and all other rumours regarding their new console is true. Chesnais said that Atari is back in the hardware business.
We’re back in the hardware business.
Chesnais however, didn’t reveal additional details about the Ataribox except that their future console will be based on PC technology. He also added that they are still working on the Ataribox’s overall design and further information about the console will be revealed at a later date.
Check out the Ataribox’s teaser trailer below:
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The teaser video doesn’t reveal a whole lot about Atari’s upcoming console (hence the word teaser) but it does reveal that the Atatribox might be sporting a two tone wood paneling design, an obvious homage to the design of their original video game console, the Atari Video Computer System also known as the Atari 2600.

Atari filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy back in 2013 but has since been bought over by current CEO Fred Chesnais. Chesnais promised to make the legendary video game company great again after so many years of remaining in the shadows of the video game industry. With the announcement of the Ataribox, it looks he’s serious about delivering that promise.
Pokdepinion: As much as I want the Ataribox to succeed (I mean it’s Atari!) I’m not entirely sure how much of an impact Atari and the Ataribox will make especially when you’re in an industry dominated by video game powerhouses like Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo.
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MSI Confirmed to Bring Low-Profile Intel ARC A380 Graphics Card

Despite recent rumours, it appears that MSI has broken their silence and confirmed that their bringing the Intel ARC A380 graphics card. It’s a low-profile card with a dual-fan setup on a seemingly thin heatsink and it will be shipped out with their own prebuilt systems.
From what we understand thus far, it doesn’t seem like MSI’s Intel ARC A380 graphics card has any overclocking of any kind as it appears to be running on the default settings. Which means we can expect 8 XE cores, 75W TDP, 2,000MHz boost clock, 6GB GDDR6 with speeds of up to 15.5Gbps and memory bandwidth of 185GB/s on a 96-bit memory bus. For ports, it should bave one DisplayPort 2.0 and one HDMI 2.0b port.

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Since it’s made for MSI prebuilt systems, it will not be available for the masses on its own, and it will only be available in China for now. These systems will start from USD $532 (RM2,370.06) up to USD $650 (RM2,895.75) with specifications going from Intel Core i3-10105F to i5-12400F.
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Pokdepinion: To be fair, I’m about pretty sure many people will still stick to familiar products even if it is massively available. Going for a limited release will increase interest and spark curiosity, but I hope the performance is worth the price at least.
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Free Fire MCP Majors Season 3 Tournament Announced With USD70,000 Prize Pool

Free Fire MCP Majors returns with a Season 3 tournament that’s due to start this Friday, 18th February. The tournament will feature a USD70,000 (RM293,037.46) prize pool and will span across three months and feature top teams from the local Challenger Series tournaments.
Free Fire MCP Majors Season 3 Tournament happening soon

Registration for the tournament’s In-Game Qualifiers will be open to players in the Malaysia, Cambodia, and the Philippines (MCP) region who meet the requirements – at least Level 20 and Platinum 1 rank in Battle Royale mode – beginning this Friday, February 18 at 5PM GMT+8. Registered teams will then compete on the 20th of February, from 1PM to 6PM, GMT+8. Survivors who want to compete in the tournament should register ahead of time to ensure a spot in the games.

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Teams progressing to the Qualifier Finals will be joined by familiar pro teams such as Geek Fam and Secret Xpert, who were invited directly from the previous locally exclusive tournament – Free Fire Challengers Malaysia (FFCM). The Qualifier Finals will then determine the 18 teams that will compete on the League Circuit for a spot in the Grand Finals.

Todak, the FFCM champions, and Blacklist International, the MCP Majors Season 2 winner, are among the qualifying top 12 teams and will advance directly to the tournament’s Grand Finals. The complete list of teams with direct invites will be made available at a later date.
Following in the footsteps of previous seasons, the MCP Majors Season 3 will determine the MCP region’s representative team in the upcoming international FFWS in May 2022, giving local and regional teams a chance to compete on the global stage with top players from around the world.

For more information on the MCP Majors Season 3 tournament, stay tuned to their Facebook, YouTube and Instagram pages.
Pokdepinion: Looking forward to catching the new MCP Majors. Not really a huge player of Free Fire anymore but I love watching tournaments like this. Makes me feel all pumped up.
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Intel Processor Will Replace Celeron and Pentium for Low-Tier Laptop CPU

It appears that the blue camp’s low-tier laptop CPU will be streamlined as the Intel Processor branding will replace both Pentium and Celeron.
Farewell Celeron and Pentium, Hello Intel Processor

Intel will be streamlining their CPU offerings starting 2023, with Intel Processor replacing both Celeron and Pentium for low-tier laptop processors. They will be offered together with Intel Core, Evo, and vPro.

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How each SKU under the Intel Processor branding will be differentiated is still unknown at this point, but it should be clearer the moment we get a first glimpse at one of the CPUs within the series. The timing is rather interesting as AMD also announced a new Ryzen product naming for 2023 onwards specifically for mobile CPUs.
Changes only meant for laptop CPUs.
With this change, it will make it easier for consumers to differentiate between all of Intel’s offerings and go about things accordingly with their own needs. It will not affect the types of products that the blue camp will be offering so no worries there.
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Pokdepinion: I’m about pretty sure at least the Pentium name will be reused in the future, perhaps for a stronger, value-focused CPU. This is just speculation so we’ll just have to wait and see.
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Get Free Primogems and Other Rewards in Genshin Impact Every Month

Looking for more ways to get free Primogems to help you out in your adventure? Here’s one way you can get them and other rewards every month in Genshin Impact.
Free Primogems and Other Rewards in Genshin Impact Monthly

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Genshin Impact is an MMORPG with gacha elements, which makes their in-game currency Primogems very precious. If you’re looking for ways to get more of them, along with other rewards, for free every month, there is a way.
miHoYo has an extensive collaboration with Prime Gaming, which can get you rewards every month until December 2021. For the current month, you are entitled to the following rewards:

60x Primogems
8x Hero’s Wit
5x Mushroom Pizza

To be eligible for the rewards, simply get the code from the Prime Gaming page, which can be done by logging in to your Prime account and selecting Redeem Code. If you’re not already subscribed, there is a 7-day free trial you can make use of first.
Next up, all you have to do is key in the code in your Account Settings under Redeem Code in Genshin Impact. If you are an iOS user, you will have to visit the gift website instead, log in to your account, and claim the reward there.
Apart from that, don’t forget to take part in The Heron’s Invitation web event to get more Primogems and rewards. Genshin Impact is currently available for free on the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch port of the game coming in the near future.
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Pokdepinion: It may not be much for this month, but every little bit helps. Especially if you keep doing the other events, it will let you summon more of what you need in the game faster.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 Comes With Much Needed Upgrades

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4

Arguably the more popular choice among the two foldables, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 is the newest compact foldable smartphone by the Korean giant. Like its sibling, it does look the same as its predecessor but there are a number of changes worth taking note of.
For starters, it’s powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, which is faster and more efficient than the older Snapdragon 888 that’s prone to overheating. The display has improved adaptive refresh rate, now going from 1Hz to 120Hz for better energy efficiency. The chassis now comes with a more matte finish as opposed to the glossy finish of its predecessor to make it more resistant to smudges.

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The best improvement here is the battery capacity, which has been bumped up from 3,400mAh to 3,700mAh. That, together with a more efficient chip and improved adaptive refresh rate, should bring a substantial upgrade in battery life, which is something many people have been clamoring for.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 Specifications

CPU:
Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 4nm
1 x Cortex-X2 @ 3.2 GHz + 3 x Cortex-A710 @ 2.75GHz + 4 x Cortex-A510 @ 2 GHz

GPU:
Adreno 730

RAM:
8GB

Display:
Main Screen
6.7″ FHD+ (2640 x 1080), Dynamic AMOLED 2X Infinity Flex Display, HDR10+, 1Hz to 120Hz
Cover Display
1.9″ (512 x 260) Super AMOLED display

Storage:
128GB / 256GB / 512GB UFS 3.1 (not expandable)

Camera:
Main Camera(s)
12MP f/1.8 wide angle camera with Dual Pixel AF
12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide angle camera, 123˚
 Front Camera
10MP f/2.4 wide-angle camera

OS:
Android 12, One UI 4.1.1

Audio:
Stereo speakers, Dolby Atmos

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot Bluetooth 5.2 5G Band: SA/NSA/Sub6 LTE-A (7CA) Cat20 2000/200 Mbps

SIM:
Hybrid Sim (NanoSIM and eSIM)

Battery:
Li-Po 3700 mAh (non-removable) dual battery 25W Fast charging, 11W wireless charging

Dimensions:
Unfolded
165.3 x 71.9 x 6.9 mm
Folded
84.9 x 71.9 x 15.9~17.1 mm

Weight:
187g

Ingress protection:
IPX8

Colors:
Bora Purple, Blue, Graphite, Pink Gold

It’s being said that the reason for not bring massive changes in this iteration is due to higher manufacturing costs and to push this further into the mainstream, hence the improved aftersales support. Likely next year when the costs have gone down, we might see drastic changes in both foldables.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 will have a retail price starting from RM4,099 to RM4,899, while the Bespoke Edition going for RM4,599, with warranty now going for 2 years and free screen protector change up to 3 times in case it peels off. There will be a special trade-in program which guarantees 55% savings when trading in, instant rebate, and you can trade up to five devices.
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Pokdepinion: I still believe that this will be the more popular choice among the two foldables, not just because of the price but also because of its compact size and stylishness. I’m personally hoping that the battery life is indeed noticeably better.
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Is the HONOR View20 the first flagship killer of 2019?

We loved the HONOR View20 when we reviewed it. Aside from its beautiful back, the HONOR View20 is overall a pretty refined device, with a number of flagship-class features like the Kirin 980 and also the impressive 48MP f/1.8 rear camera. And most importantly, delivers all of that without breaking the RM2000 mark. Does that allow the HONOR View20 qualify for the vaunted “flagship killer” title though? With so many devices claiming themselves to be flagship killers and just simply falling short, lets take a closer look at the HONOR View20 to see whether it deserves the title.
7nm goodness with Kirin 980
The Kirin 980 is the newest processor when compared against the other devices we are discussing today, and thus enjoys the latest process node offered by the fabs at that point. You will see the HONOR View20 does great in the CPU benchmarks, and also delivers an excellent showing when we tested its battery life.

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There are a number of reasons why a smaller process node is important. For starters, it translates to higher efficiency. Less power is wasted with smaller process nodes, and with less waste power, you gain better battery life and also cooler operating temperatures.
48MP to #SeeTheUnseen!

One of the highlights of the HONOR View20 is its 48MP f/1.8 rear camera. But an important thing to note is that the HONOR View20 defaults to shooting 12MP images. Why would they use a 48MP sensor to shoot 12MP shots? Well, there are benefits to that.

The 48MP Sony IMX568 sensor does have 48 million pixels. Each pixel measures just 0.8μm, despite the large-ish ½” sensor size. That’s really tiny, and is generally unsuitable for high-quality images. However the Quad Bayer color filter lets the HONOR View20 to combine four adjacent pixels on the sensor to deliver superb 12MP images, with each of the 12 million pixels sporting an effective pixel size of 1.6μm.

You can shoot 48MP shots if you want to too. The 48MP AI Super Clarity Mode, which delivered the best image quality we have seen in recent times. This is where the HONOR View20 really shows the advantage of having a 48MP sensor. We have discussed more about the camera features of the HONOR View20 in our more in-depth look at the HONOR View20’s camera so you can check that out as well.
All-View no notch!
The HONOR View20 definitely separates itself from the crowd with its in-screen camera. There are a number of names for this in-screen camera design. HONOR calls it their All-View display, HUAWEI calls it their Punch FullView display, and Samsung calls it their Infinity-O display. In the end, it’s a hole in the screen, but HONOR did it first, and they probably did it best, so far.

HONOR maximized the 6.4″ display, with the 25MP selfie camera pushed as far to the sides as possible. They then shrank the hole to a minimal 4.5mm. All to deliver the awe-inspiring 91.82% screen-to-body ratio. To put that into perspective, the first-generation vivo NEX which had to settle for a motorized selfie camera mechanism only touts a 91.24% screen-to-body ratio. If that’s not awesome, I don’t know what is.

And best of all is that it does not affect your user experience at all. Whether you are coming from those old 18:9 screens without notches, or from a more recent devices with notches, you are in for a treat. In gaming or in general usage, it stays out of the way. In fact the most welcome change coming from notched smartphones is the ability to see all your notification icons.
The verdict…?
There really isn’t anything holding back the HONOR View20 from claiming the title of “flagship killer”. It definitely offers top-of-the-line features — namely a 48MP camera, latest Kirin 980 chipset and liquid cooling, among others — without breaking the bank . The HONOR View20 is offered from just RM1999, and so far there isn’t any competition offering a similar package at this price range. Most of the player in the flagship arena has moved up beyond the RM2000 mark, but it is good to see HONOR still holding on in this price range. HONOR definitely knows their target market, and they are definitely serving them well with the HONOR View20.
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Here’s Another FREE GAME on Steam; The 24 Hour Period Has Already Begun

Not long after Mirage: Arcane Warfare became free for 24 hours for PC gamers, another free game has popped up. You have a limited time to claim it!
Did you manage to grab Mirage: Arcane Warfare while it was still free? If you did, congratulations. You’ve successfully added another game to your library free-of-charge. You want another free game? No problem, we have just that right now, but you gotta act quick.

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Here’s Another Free Game on Steam

For a 24-hour period about a few days ago, anyone who grabbed Mirage: Arcane Warfare on Steam got it free of charge, and got to keep it. Today, we have another free game for PC gamers on Steam, and it’s Monaco: What’s Yours Is Mine, a 2013 game about committing heists with friends.
All you have to do is add Monaco to your Steam library before the promotion expires tomorrow, 8th September 2017, at 10AM Pacific Time, and you can keep it forever. For Malaysians and those living in the GMT+8 timezone, the promotion ends 9th September 2017 at 1AM, and yes, it has already started.

According to the announcement post, grabbing Monaco for free also earns you a 10% pre-order discount on the developer’s latest game, Tooth and Tail. Of course, you might not be sure whether you’d actually want to buy that game, discount or not. To the least, you might as well just add Monaco: What’s Yours is Mine to your Steam library anyway since it’s a free game.
Well, what are you waiting for? Go and claim the game before it’s too late. Share this article with your friends too while you’re at it so more people can enjoy the game for free.

Pokdepinion: Wow, what’s with the sudden rain of free games on PC here? I mean, I’m not complaining, just a bit surprised. And yes, I’ve already claimed the game, hehehe.
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How to Find Out If Your ShopBack Account Is A Victim of the Data Breach?

Previously, cashback service ShopBack suffered a data breach in their backend system back in September 2020. This affected a good number of users in various countries. If you’re wondering whether your account has been affected, then look no further as we have the solution for you.
ShopBack Data Breach: Is Your Account Affected?

New breach: ShopBack had 20M email addresses breached in September. Data included names, phone numbers, country of residence and salted SHA-1 password hashes. 60% were already in @haveibeenpwned. Read more: https://t.co/jIT145Ipln
— Have I Been Pwned (@haveibeenpwned) April 25, 2021

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As many of you may know by now, ShopBack suffered a data breach in their backend system last September 2020. This wasn’t limited to just Malaysia as it affected several countries as well.  The company was forced to take several drastic measures, including a system-wide force logout and password reset as the leaked data surfaced online.
It can be hard to tell if your ShopBack account was affected by the data breach but now, there is a way to find out. The online tool “Have I Been Pwned (HIBP)” has been updated and it includes more than 20 million ShopBack accounts.
For those of you who aren’t aware, the HIBP tool covered a number of notable data leaks over the years, including Facebook and Jobstreet. All you have to do is simply key in your email address and see what the search results says.
I personally believe that you should your password regardless of whether you are affected or not. It’s better to be safe than sorry after all, given the sheer number of people affected by it.
If you want to access the HIBP tool, click right here.
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Pokdepinion: Mine unfortunately got caught up in this whole mess but I changed my password so it should be good…or rather, I would just hope for the best and nothing else happens moving forward.
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Microsoft is Considering to Purchase Warner Bros Games

Microsoft has learned from past mistakes and acquired a number of game studios to boost their 1st party games lineup. Now, they are looking to bolster that even further as they are considering to purchase Warner Bros Games.
Microsoft May Purchase Warner Bros Games

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A number of weeks back, AT&T was looking to sell off Warner Bros Interactive Entertainment. Publishers such as Activision and Electronic Arts are said to be interested and now, Microsoft has joined the fray.
This is considered huge because Warner Bros Games owns a number of studios. This includes TT Games, Rocksteady Studios, NetherRealm Studios, Monolith Productions, WB Games Boston, Avalanche Software, WB Games Montreal, and WB Games San Francisco. This means they hold the IPs for Mortal Kombat, Batman, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, and more.
While there has been no official confirmation on the matter, it would make sense for Microsoft to do so. For starters, they have more than enough funds to purchase it, and it would further solidify Xbox exclusives in the future. Moreover, getting more exclusives mean that there will be less games for the competition as well. Previously, they have acquired Rare, Double Fine Productions, Ninja Theory, Obsidian, and more.
There have been no major movements yet with the regards to the acquisition. For all we know, AT&T might decide to not sell it off or even sell it to another company instead. We will be reporting more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: If this happens, it’s going to be a huge for Microsoft. It’s also gonna be a huge loss for Sony and Nintendo.
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Sony Xperia 1 Comes With 4K OLED Display And Triple Rear Cameras

Sony’s latest flagship, the Sony Xperia 1 finally made its mark at MWC 2019 in Barcelona. The device is the world’s first smartphone to come with a 4K OLED display and is the company’s first to offer a triple rear camera setup.

It sports a 6.5-inch display which offers a 3840x1644p resolution that supports HDR to enjoy your video contents. In addition, it is supported by Dolby Atmos, which fires audio from the stereo speakers.

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The cameras that located at the back are three 12MP modules, where the main lens sports a 1/2.6″ sensor that’s paired to a f/1.6 with Opical SteadyShot (OIS+EIS) and Dual Pixel autofocus. It comes with a Cinema Pro app, where you get to utilize 24fps recording, color profiles, and management on your videos.
Other than that, the Xperia 1 comes with the latest Snapdragon 855 SoC and it is packed with 6GB RAM that’s paired with either 64GB or 128GB of internal storage. If that is not enough, you can further expand it up to 512GB through a microSD card.
A neat feature is that you can record your gameplay of your gaming through its Game Enhancer mode and you can even commentate through its 8MP selfie camera. Under the hood, it comes with a 3330mAh battery that comes with a specialized Battery Care and Smart Stamina mode.
The phone comes with an IP68 waterproof rating and Gorilla Glass 6 for protection. It is expected to come out of Spring of this year though no pricing and availability has been announced yet for Malaysia.
Pokdepinion: As specifications go, it certainly looks interesting, apart from the battery capacity. Though it’s not confirmed to be coming out to Malaysia, one thing’s for sure is that the price won’t be cheap, considering how high Sony has priced their devices in the past.
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Lazada Introduces New ‘Lazada Bonus’ Feature For Its 9th Birthday

Lazada is having its 9th anniversary coming up and to celebrate, they’re launching a new ‘Lazada Bonus’ feature. This new feature will offer local customers even greater discounts during the month-long Lazada 9th Birthday Sale activities in March.
Take advantage of the new ‘Lazada Bonus’ feature this March
How the new ‘Lazada Bonus’ feature works is by offering each shopper a specially-generated daily voucher that’s tailored according to each shopper’s preferences allowing them to enjoy savings of up to an extra RM40 off in a single checkout. Additionally, these vouchers can be used together with other vouchers simultaneously during checkout.
The vouchers can be collected daily from the birthday sale page on the Lazada app. The collection period will be from 1st until the 2nd of March to redeem on the 3rd of March at the beginning of the month-long celebrations. The vouchers can also be collected from 20th until the 26th of March to redeem on the 27th of March during the mega-day climax of the birthday celebration.

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With each consecutive voucher collection, the discount value will accumulatively increase and can also be stacked on top of each other upon checking out on either the 3rd or 27th of March, alongside other discounts or vouchers. Participating brands and sellers can be identified by the ‘Lazada Bonus’ badge on the product display when browsing.
Apart from the new ‘Lazada Bonus’ feature, Lazada will be hosting other festive surprises for the whole month that will peak on the 27th of March mega day. Shoppers can look forward to RM9 Free Shipping vouchers, 9x money-back Lowest Price Guaranteed deals, discounts of up to 90% off, RM9 Lazada Flash Sale, Chup Dulu, Lazada Wallet rewards, LazCoins discounts, and more.
Be sure to mark your calendars all month long:

Big Baby Boss from 1 st until 3 rd of March: For bargain-hunting parents on the lookout for baby supplies, toys, diapers, and milk formula from Pediasure, Enfagrow, Drypers, Huggies, LEGO, Fisher-Price, Hasbro, and more.
3.3 on 3 rd of March: For store-wide discounts from Innisfree, LANEIGE, Apple, Nike, and others.
LazMall Brands Festival from 4th to 19th March: For fans of Samsung, Xiaomi, ASUS, Philips, Vans, Converse, L’Oréal Paris, Shiseido, Tesco Groceries, and more to enjoy authentic LazMall brand exclusive offers and latest releases.
International Women’s Day campaign from 6th to 10th of March: For fashionistas to haul self-care, skin-care, cosmetics, and wardrobe essentials from L'Occitane, Aesop, Calvin Klein, Onitsuka Tiger, Watsons, and many others.
Lazada 9th Birthday Chup Dulu Pre-Sale from 14th until 26th of March: For early-bird deal-seekers to lower the prices even further by pre-booking items through a non-refundable deposit to have a seamless, fuss-free checkout on mega day.
Lazada 9th Birthday Sale’s Countdown from 20th to 26th of March: For smart shoppers to stretch their Ringgit by collecting platform-wide RM9 Free Shipping vouchers to be redeemed on mega day, as well as be rewarded with instant rebates and a chance to win over RM200,000 worth of Heartbeat Prizes for early Lazada Wallet top-ups.
Lazada 9th Birthday Sale’s Mega Day on 27th of March: For the best online deals nationwide of up to 90% off, RM9 Flash Sale, Lazada Bonus vouchers, and Crazy Brand Mega Offers, that backed by Lazada’s 9x money-back Lowest Price Guaranteed.

Lazada is also launching the ‘Everyday Low Price’ icon on the homepage which will curate a wide array of quality assortments with evergreen year-long competitive and affordable prices, along with daily Free Shipping vouchers. Only trusted sellers and brands that retain a certain level of performance and commitment will be featured on the page to ensure consistency in terms of reasonable price, quality, variety, and customer experience.
Do head over to Lazada for more information on the upcoming sale.
Pokdepinion: Hmmm what to buy this time around?
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LEAK: Samsung Galaxy Note10 to have the same starting price as the Galaxy Note9

The Samsung Galaxy Note10’s official pricing has apparently been leaked out Celcom. Lowyat.net was the recipient of the leak has shared that Samsung Galaxy Note10 will have the same starting price of the Galaxy Note9, which is RM3699.
While it shares the same starting price, the Galaxy Note10 will come with 256GB as the lowest storage configuration. Meanwhile the Galaxy Note10+ will be offered at RM4199, with the larger 512GB capacity priced at RM4799.

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The Samsung Galaxy Note10 is expected to bring the latest fast charging technology Samsung has to offer and also an all-new S Pen.
Samsung Galaxy Note10 Specs

Exynos 9825, octa-core, 7nm EUV
Mali-G76 MP12
8GB RAM
256GB storage
6.3″ FHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display, punch hole selfie camera
Triple rear camera (12MP wide + 12MP telephoto + 16MP ultra wide)
10MP selfie camera
3500 mAh battery, 25W Super Fast Charge
RM3699

Enthusiasts who are used to the premium WQHD+ displays on Samsung’s flagships might be somewhat disappointed by the downgrade to a FHD+ panel. For that, you will have to opt for the Samsung Galaxy Note10+.
Samsung Galaxy Note10+ Specs

Exynos 9825, octa-core, 7nm EUV
Mali-G76 MP12
12GB RAM
Up to 512GB storage
6.8″ WQHD+ Dynamic AMOLED display, punch hole selfie camera
Quad rear camera (12MP wide + 12MP telephoto + 16MP ultra wide + 3D ToF camera)
10MP selfie camera
4300 mAh battery, 45W Super Fast Charge
12GB + 256GB: RM4199
12GB + 512GB: RM4799

The leak goes on to state that pre-orders will commence tomorrow until 18th August, with delivery expected on 22nd August. What do you think of the prices? Do you find them reasonable?
Pokdepinion: I do like the way Samsung is offering more for the same starting price.
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Kids can now earn kidzos at KidZania with the Touch ‘n Go Kidzania eWallet

KidZania Kuala Lumpur and TNG Digital have partnered up to bring the Touch ‘n Go KidZania eWallet. It really is quite a mouthful, isn’t it? Well the TnG KidZania eWallet is to educate our younglings about the cashless economy.
The TnG KidZania eWallet stores kidzos, the KidZania currency. Kidzos are accepted throughout KidZania Kuala Lumpur, where the TnG KidZania eWallet will be a part of the payment system there. By allowing kids to earn and spend kidzos, KidZania and Touch ‘n Go hopes that kids will learn to be more financial savvy.
With over 100 professions-related role playing activities in KidZania, the addition of the TnG KidZania eWallet is designed to further reinforce KidZania’s Learn Life Today motto, where kids learn life skills via role play. Kids can spend kidzos via the mobile application or by tapping at contactless payment terminals throughout KidZania.

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Touch ‘n Go also hopes that children will be more in the know about cashless payment systems and adopt them more readily as they grow up.
Pokdepinion: I wonder if they have cashless Monopoly in there…
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Edifier TWS5 True Wireless Earbuds Review — a little more money for a lot more sound

Last month we took a look at the Edifier TWS1, which was an affordable entry point into the true wireless stereo (TWS) scene. What if you wanted something better? Something that can roll with the big boys? Glad you asked, because the Edifier TWS5 was the most premium pair of TWS earphones. That was until the Edifier TWS6 were released, but we digress. Let’s see how well do these fare.
Unboxing

If you have seen our review of the Edifier TWS1, you would not be too surprised by the packaging here. It’s the exact same beige-grey color, but it is a bit more substantial. And there’s a plastic hook.

Over on the back we see a similar layout. Some specifications are here along with most of the highlight features of the Edifier TWS5. The specifications are actually relatively sparse though compared to their previous offerings, probably with the intention to focus more on conveying a message of the experience rather than the hardware alone.

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As soon as you take off the lid you are met with the earphones themselves and the charging case.

The contents of the box isn’t anything too special. The earphones are only accompanied by a microUSB cable and some eartips as well as a short user manual. There really isn’t much to operating the Edifier TWS5, as well will go through a bit later.
Appearance

The Edifier TWS5’s charging case is relatively boxier compared to the Edifier TWS1, and it’s finished in matte black instead of a glossy one. The battery level LEDs are also a bit more obvious this time, instead of hiding it away under the glossy plastic shell. On the other side is where you will find a microUSB port for charging. Type-C would have been a lot more welcome.

The use of matte plastic extends onto the earphones as well, which now have a matte finish on the touch sensitive surface instead of a glossy one. The LED here is also quite prominent, which seems like an ongoing trend with the Edifier TWS5. On the other surfaces it’s still glossy plastic, but at least the outer surface won’t look all smudgy.
You will probably note the rather weird shape of the earpieces as well. Comfort would probably depend more on the shape of your pinna, but I do find the more bulbous design a bit easier to hold on to, aside from having them sit more securely in my ears.
Specifications
Drivers6mm dynamic bio-cellulose driversFrequency Response20 Hz – 20,000 HzSensitivity:104 dBImpedance:16 ΩHeadphone TypeTrue wireless, in-earConnectionBluetooth 5.0 with aptXQualcomm TrueWireless Stereo PlusWireless Range10mNoise-cancellingN/A for playbackcVc noise reduction for callsBatteryEarphonesUp to 8 hours playback1.5 hour full chargeCharging Case3x Full Charge (total 32 hours)WeightEarphones6g x 2Charging Case45g (without earpieces)ColourBlack
User Experience
Pairing
As you might expect, the Edifier TWS5’s pairing process is pretty simple. Take the earphones out of the charging case, and search for them on your smartphone. Once paired, they will automatically reconnect once you take the earpieces out of the case.

You can use them separately, with both left and right earpieces capable of connecting independently to your smartphone. You will have to pair the right one separately though, because for some reason the automatic pairing process prefers the left one.
Latency is still an issue with the Edifier TWS5 despite a higher-end Qualcomm QCC3026 chipset. While music and videos are in sync, gaming is not doable. That’s a common issue so I wouldn’t put it against the Edifier TWS5 for not being suitable for gaming.
In terms of the stability of the connection, I encountered zero issues with the Edifier TWS5. I could walk around our small office without bringing my phone along and I never encountered a single skip or stutter in my music. While some earphones may encounter issues with having the phone in the back pocket versus the front or stuff like that, this one maintains a solid connection regardless.
Sound
Edifier definitely designed the Edifier TWS5 for more discerning listeners. While the Edifier TWS1 had more a fun sound signature with strong bass and lackluster mids and highs, the Edifier TWS5 delivers a much more balanced sound.
The standard-sized tips allow for tip-rolling if you feel like it.
Make no mistake though, these aren’t going to be studio-grade earphones. The sound signature is rather typical of Edifier, leaning towards a warmer tone which I must say is right up my alley. There’s plenty of bass for any popular EDMs out there, with just enough details in the mids for you to appreciate the vocals and guitar twangs in Boyce Avenue’s covers. The highs are present too, with a clarity that was surprising given the warmth of the sound in general. In short, it’s a sound that will work for almost everyone except maybe those who are used to high-end audiophile gear.
There’s not much in the way of soundstage for these earphones though, which is expected given their closed design and relatively small size. Still, you will be able to discern left and right well with good stereo separation.
Comfort
While the Edifier TWS5 may have a rather weird shape, it actually helped me get a better fit with them. Rather than being just mere earbuds, the large, bulbous body of the earpieces prevents you from pushing the Edifier TWS5 too far into your ears, as well as fitting right into the concha for a more secure fit. As mentioned earlier, it may or may not work for everyone, but for my ears, they were a perfect fit.

Controls wise, the Edifier TWS5 has a similar system as the Edifier TWS1:
Play/Pause/Accept/End Calls: 1x tapSkip forward: 2x tapSkip backwards: 3x tapDecline a call: HoldClear pairing: Hold for 8 secsDisconnect from connected device: Hold for 5 secs
It’s simple and intuitive, and the Edifier TWS5’s matte finishing on the touch sensitive area definitely helped me quickly identify where to touch. The shape of the earpieces was also good for when I needed to adjust their fit or take them out without triggering any functions, a feat I found rather challenging with the Edifier TWS1.
And just like the Edifier TWS1, there’s IPX5 splash and sweatproofing, although I am not into testing it under the rain or in the shower. The design does look rather well sealed, so I am not doubting Edifier’s claims.
Battery life
Speaking of claims, Edifier promised 8 hours of battery life and I got exactly that even when playing at 80% of the volume. Three charges in the case, and I got just that. Also thanks to the more visible LEDs on both the earpieces and charging case, it’s a lot easier to keep tabs on the number of charges still left in the tank. If anything, your smartphone will show the battery remaining in the earphones so you don’t have to worry about them.
Conclusion
Is the Edifier TWS5 the ideal pair of TWS earphones to go for? Unlike the Edifier TWS1, your wallet will definitely feel the RM349 Edifier is asking for, but if you get it during a sale like the upcoming Lazada 12.12 Sale, you can get it for RM285. Even with such a promotion, it’s still more than double the price of the Edifier TWS1.
I, for one, would say that the premium is worth it, simply because the Edifier TWS1 is more of a one-trick pony that delivers oodles of bass and not much else, while the Edifier TWS5 here is much more capable of handling a much more diverse set of genres, which is exactly what I listen to. I also found the Edifier TWS5 a lot more comfortable, which increases the value proposition a lot.

Our thanks to Edifier Malaysia for sending us the Edifier TWS5 for review!
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It’s Almost Time to Bid Internet Explorer Farewell

With Microsoft Edge being created and also heavily promoted, everyone knew that Internet Explorer will be officially discontinued someday. Now, we know exactly when that will be happening.
Farewell Internet Explorer

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In an official blog post, Microsoft will discontinue their support for Internet Explorer on 15th June 2022. The company has put more focus on their Chromium-based web browser, Microsoft Edge, which is interesting they’ve also integrated their old browser into the new one.
Internet Explorer was first launch on 16th August 1995, making it a quarter of a century old at this point. While most users nowadays have shifted to another browser, there are still a good number of people using the old browser, mostly for those who still have use for legacy apps.
With that being said however, using Microsoft Edge will let them continue doing just that as it has a built-in IE mode. Even then, the mode will be retired eventually, sometime in 2029, which is understandable as we’ve come a long way already and websites should fit a more modern standard by then.
While it will be hard to find a fan of Internet Explorer, there are many of us who have had fond memories of it growing up. A year from now, we will have to officially say goodbye to it.
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Pokdepinion: It’s the end of an era…though one might argue that it came a long time ago with the arrival of other, better web browsers. It’s not much of a loss from a practical standpoint, but it’s certainly one with a sentimental value.
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Sony Holding PlayStation Experience SEA in KL – First PlayStation event in South East Asia

A few weeks ago, PlayStation Asia posted a very interesting and mysterious photo on their Facebook page with a highly enticing caption, “Save the date”. The photo showed nothing but a location and a date: KL, MALAYSIA and 5.8.17.

This had a lot of people scratching their heads and wondering what is Sony up to. Some even speculated that it might be an announcement or even an unveiling of the long anticipated PS5. This was absolutely preposterous as Sony had already said that the PS5 is years away and to be honest, hoping that such a major console like the PS5 to be unveiled here in Malaysia to be a little wishful thinking. I would’ve liked that to happen but I don’t that’s ever going to happen any time soon.

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After much heated discussions and speculations about the mysterious photo, Sony or to be more specific Sony Interactive Entertainment Hong Kong Limited Singapore Branch, dropped a major bombshell that will sure raise ringing cheers among gamers and PlayStation fans across the country. Sony announced that they will hold the PlayStation Experience 2017 South East Asia in Kuala Lumpur on August 5th 2017. This is huge news because the PlayStation Experience 2017 South East Asia is the first PlayStation centric show in South East Asia, it’s modeled after the PlayStation Experience, which is usually held annually in USA since 2014.

There will be a lot of hands on PS4 and PlayStation VR game demos during the PlayStation Experience 2017 South East Asia. The game demos include hotly anticipated upcoming PS4 games such as Detroit: Become Human, Far Cry 5, Gran Turismo Sport, Knack 2, Everybody’s Golf and also No Heroes Allowed! VR for the PlayStation VR. There will be other game demos on the show floor however they will be announced at a later date.
There will be other events as well during the PlayStation Experience 2017 South East Asia which includes Game Stage Events where game developers will be on stage to talk about their upcoming titles. There will also be various giveaways and other yet to be announced activities. The PlayStation Experience 2017 South East Asia will be held from 10AM to 10PM at KL Live in Kuala Lumpur. For more info you can check out their website here.
Pokdepinion: I still can’t fully believe that Sony is holding PlayStation Experience here in KL. I’ve wanted to attend a gaming event of this magnitude for some time now and I’m finally getting the chance to do so. Boy, am I excited AF.
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Hands-On with the Samsung Q900R 82″ 8K QLED TV – Luxury Gaming Experience

Hands-On with the Samsung Q900R 82″ 8K QLED TV
Brief Look Into the Samsung Q900R

Recently, we were invited by Samsung Malaysia to give their luxurious Samsung Q900R 82-inch 8K QLED TV. Needless to say, we said yes to it because we were curious to see what it’s like to experience this monster of a display ourselves.
As usual with their premium TV offerings, they chose QLED over OLED for reasons of image quality, brightness, and longevity. This particular model has Quantum HDR 32X with a peak brightness of 4,000 nits. The QLED technology allows them to have 100% colour volume (DCI-P3) and when paired with local dimming via the Direct Full Array Elite, consumers can enjoy the best viewing experience that technology has to offer yet. For the best HDR experience, it’s recommended to watch content that supports HDR10+.

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The main highlight here is that the Samsung Q900R is the company’s first commercially available 8K TV. That is a resolution of 7,680 x 4,320, four times more pixels than 4K which should allow it to show more / finer details. The TV also has 120Hz refresh rate with support for AMD FreeSync, and a 13.5ms input lag according to Samsung.
At the moment however, there is little to no 8K content readily available unless you count demo videos, which would make for an unfair conclusion because it makes virtually anything look nice. While there is an increase in legitimate 4K content, even that isn’t exactly widespread yet. So what can we do to test it out if we’re not using the demo video? Anything Full HD and above really. Why?
8K AI Upscaling

One of the key features of the Samsung Q900R is its 8K AI Upscaling. It analyzes the source video and recreates accurate information about each pixel, including the image texture, edge definition and level of detail. In other words, it tries to make content that isn’t actually 8K to appears as 8K as realistically as possible.
This is made possible thanks to the new Quantum 8K Processor, which not only handles the image quality but also the smart application and sound optimization. A similar technology was employed in last year’s models with 4K QLED but this one has been improved significantly to allow upscaling to 8K resolution. Another feature that has been brought back from last year’s model is Ambient Mode. You can match your TV background colour with your wall by selecting from a wall sample or use your smartphone to identify your existing wall design for better integration.
Simplicity in Design

The goal here with the Samsung Q900R is for you to be focused on what’s being displayed rather than the TV itself. As such, some measures were taken to allow for a minimalist, distraction-free viewing experience.
For starters, the bezels are so thin on all four sides that it’s practically invisible. This would be particularly great if you were to mount it on the wall rather than placing it on a surface via a stand. Secondly, the One Connect box simplifies your cable management issues.
Instead of having all your set-top boxes, video game consoles, PC, or any external equipment connected directly to the TV, you connect it to the One Connect box instead. The One Connect box will be the only thing connecting to the TV, so you will only have a single, translucent optical cable hanging from there. Not only will this make it easier to have neat cabling for the TV, it’s also easier to connect new devices as you no longer have to fiddle around with the back of the TV.
Lastly, you have the One Remote Control. With it, you can easily control connected devices and content with just a single remote device. Think of it as a smart universal remote designed especially for the Samsung Q900R. It also has an auto detection feature, which automatically connects and labels connected devices.
Gaming on the Samsung Q900R 82″ 8K QLED TV

For the purpose of testing the Samsung Q900R 82″ 8K QLED TV, we brought the Acer Predator Triton 900 (Intel Core i7-9750H, RTX 2080) and a Nintendo Switch. The former is because we needed powerful hardware to run a game in the highest resolution possible, and the latter is simply for running interactive Full HD content on the TV. All games will run with the TV’s Game Mode activated.
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Using the Acer Predator Triton 900, we ran Tekken 7 on 4K resolution on Ultra settings with everything maxed out. We chose Tekken 7 because it’s the most optimum way to test out the TV’s response time / input lag while running on the highest settings possible. While running on the Samsung Q900R, it had buttery-smooth frame rates, going 59 to 60 FPS consistently. We were playing Treasure Battle and also the Akuma secret boss battle, which also came with its own cutscene.
The game was displayed in arguably the most breathtaking manner, with the most vivid details and colours I’ve seen from the game thus far. There were no jagged edges and it didn’t look weird throughout my time playing. While there is some screen tearing while playing the game, it’s barely noticeable and I believe that only the most hardy of professional gamers will notice, if any. Interestingly from our own test, it we recorded a 6 ms response time between pressing a button and having the action showed on screen in Tekken 7. The TV is said to have 13.5 ms input lag.

On the Nintendo Switch, the experience differs based on the game being played. Keep in mind that it can only go Full HD and nothing higher, so we weren’t expecting it to be as good as our previous test. When running The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate, all three games looked absolutely amazing.
Once again, no odd pixelizations, jagged edges, or visual oddities of any kind. The colours are amazing, and upscaled-details were reproduced to stunning results. In fact, playing a six-man game in Super Smash Bros Ultimate could not be more enjoyable as the 82-inch large screen size let every single player clearly see where they are. It’s also amazing to think that in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe 4-player splitscreen, every single player gets 20.5-inches of screen with Full HD resolution’s worth of pixels.
However, it wasn’t so great on Crash Team Racing: Nitro-Fueled (Nintendo Switch version). While it does have the same four-player splitscreen gameplay, the visuals are nowhere near as good as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. The visuals look rather pixelated and blurry at times. This may be due to software optimization issues and may not necessarily be the TV’s fault, but it’s still worth pointing out.
Samsung HW-Q90R Soundbar

Every good visual needs good audio to nail in the immersion factor. For that, we have the Samsung HW-Q90R soundbar. It has a total of 17 speakers which includes four upward-firing speakers and two side-firing ones. It also has the Wireless Rear Speaker Kit which includes two speakers to create an immersive surround sound experience. Interestingly, all of these connect to the TV wirelessly via Wi-Fi.
We couldn’t get an in-depth test with it, just purely on the games we’ve tested. It did manage to give a very pleasant surround sound experience but when the volume is cranked up high, it can get a bit unbearable. The bass was certainly earth-shaking as I can feel the vibrations. For regular houses and apartments, you may want to dial down the bass settings by a noticeable margin. We do feel that we need more time with the soundbar to give proper feedback as we need to watch a movie and listen to music on it as well. Perhaps it’s something that can be saved for next time.
Samsung Q900R Verdict

The Samsung Q900R 82-inch 8K QLED TV isn’t a TV that isn’t a TV that is meant for everyone. At RM99,999, it’s a luxury option after all, but if you can afford it, don’t be surprised to find yourself having a hard time leaving your house afterwards. Visuals are breathtaking when it comes to gaming and also watching movies. As it is a Smart TV, you can easily use Netflix and other streaming services via applications without the need for external hardware.
For the average consumer, you can always purchase the other new QLED models. Not only is it more pocket-friendly, you will be getting most of these features as well. However, if you absolutely must have the latest features or you prefer to futureproof your TV purchase for as long as possible, getting this isn’t actually a bad idea. This model is available in three different sizes; 75-inch, 82-inch, and 98-inch. They are priced at RM59,999, RM99,999, and RM299,999 respectively.
As this is more of a hands-on session rather than a full in-depth review, we won’t be giving it an award. Not that it doesn’t deserve one, just that it would require more personal testing to reflect the award that it truly deserves. Be sure to stay tuned to Pokde.net for more hands-on experiences and reviews on TVs.
Big thanks to Samsung Malaysia for inviting us to the private demo session, and also to Acer Malaysia for the Predator Triton 900 gaming laptop.
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[CES 2023] Intel Unveils 13th Gen Mobile CPUs, Updated Evo Specs, N-Series and More

Intel Unveils 13th Gen Mobile CPUs, Updated Evo Specs, N-Series and More

Team Blue’s CES keynote puts its focus on laptop markets, with processors ranging from flagship Core i9 HX-series to low-power N-series, Core i5 desktop CPUs, and more.

Intel introduced as much as 32 SKUs under the Raptor Lake (13th Gen) lineup, including: Core i9-13980HX, the flagship mobile CPU with 8E+16P cores capable of boosting up to 5.6GHz. Intel claims this is the fastest mobile processor on the market – with PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt 4, Wi-Fi 6E, plus support to both DDR4 and DDR5 systems (up to DDR4-3200 / DDR5-5600).

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First party benchmarks indicate +11% and +49% in single and multicore performance respectively over the previous generation CPU, Core i9-12900HX and Core i9-12900HK. The chipmaker touts overclocking capabilities on HX and HK models, but it’s unlikely a practical option given the already miniscule thermal headroom available in laptop designs.

Next up is the thin-and-light focused models, P-series (28W class) and U-series (15W class). Up to 6P+8E cores are available on offer with the improved Thread Director feature; support for DDR4, DDR5 and their LP memory variants, Wi-Fi 6E and Thunderbolt 4 support.
Intel also reveals a new type of processing core called Movidius vision processing unit (VPU). Co-developed with Microsoft, this chip is designed to handle AI-heavy workloads ranging from content upscaling to streaming optimizations. This VPU will be featured in select 13th Gen models.

The chipmaker has also updated the Evo laptop specifications to reflect better PC-mobile integration. Dubbed Intel Unison – eligible designs are certified to provide seamless experience across Intel Evo laptops and Android or iOS devices.

On the desktop side of things, Intel has introduced its mainstream desktop lineup (non-K models), with Core i5 models getting E-cores for the first time. Benchmarks claim +11% and +35% for single and multicore respectively over 12th Gen non-K CPUs. These 65W and 35W parts will otherwise maintain the same feature set including DDR5/DDR4 support plus backwards compatibility to Intel 600 series motherboards.

As the Pentium and Celeron name were recently retired, replacing its place are the Intel Processor and Intel Core i3 N-series. These ultra low-power chips are entirely powered by E-cores (Gracemont core), and features up to core configuration of 0P+8E (8 cores, 8 threads). The company claims these chips are capable of 10-hour HD video playback on a single charge, with all the modern features including AV1 decode, Wi-Fi 6E, and DDR5 support.
Pokdepinion: Between Core i9-13980HX and AMD’s Ryzen 9 7945HX, we got one hell of a showdown coming up…
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Xbox Series X Catching Fire Viral Video is a Hoax – Here’s How It’s Done

There have been some viral videos on social media lately allegedly showing the Xbox Series X catching fire inside with smoke coming out of the top. Now, we’re certain that it’s a hoax and we know how it’s done.
Xbox Series X Catching Fire Viral Video is a Hoax

how to get your Xbox Series X to blow up:
1) buy a vape
2) blow vape into bottom of Xbox
3) feel proud of the smoke you created
4) post to Twitter and profit
video via @XboxStudio 👇pic.twitter.com/RxLI62uxmg
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As usual with new hardware, one of the biggest concerns is heat management. Judging by data from people who got their hands on the console early, it seems to be rather promising. However, certain individuals with vapes have too much free time on their hands.
What happens here is that while the Xbox Series X is running, people vape and blow the smoke / water vapour into the air intake of the console. This results in the smoke coming out on top as that is where the exhaust port is. It does look as if the internals of the console caught fire and smoke is coming out of it.
Additionally, it was reported by Windows Central’s Jez Corden that “there’s no material inside the Xbox Series X that would burn like that”, making it impossible for something like this to happen. Either way, we would not recommend replicating it in case it might actually cause some damage to the console.
So yes, if you were thinking of getting an Xbox Series X but those viral videos put a stop to that plan, don’t worry about it. It’s fake and you should not have any thermal-related issues with the console, at least not for now.
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Pokdepinion: Given the size of it and how much they’ve learned from the past, I would genuinely be surprised if the their new console could really catch on fire just by running.
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Mixer Only Manages To Obtain 3% Of Streaming Viewership In 2019

When popular streamers such as Shroud and Ninja went to Mixer, Microsoft’s streaming platform, expectations were high that it would be a success. It seems that it didn’t manage to do so, at least not in 2019.

Stream Elements has showed the stats from all the biggest streaming platforms, where Mixer only manages to get 3% of the total viewership in 2019.
We can see that Twitch is still the king when it comes to views, with it scoring 73% of the viewership in 2019.

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Despite the figure, Mixer did manage to grow 149% from 2018 while Twitch only grew by 20%. It appears that Facebook Gaming has also caught people’s attention with it having a big 210% growth since last year.
It’s still early days for Mixer but seeing the signs, it looks like it’s heading for the right direction.
Pokdepinion: I’m not shocked with the figures. Mixer is still new anyways so I wasn’t expecting it to topple Twitch from the get go. Let’s see if they can maintain their growth though..
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Sony Xperia 5 IV Pre-Orders Are Up in Malaysia

For those of you looking for a premium flagship smartphone with a compact body, the Sony Xperia 5 IV pre-orders are now up in Malaysia.
Sony Xperia 5 IV Pre-Orders
The official Sony Malaysia Facebook page has revealed that the Sony Xperia 5 IV is open for pre-orders in Malaysia. This comes after their previous announcement where this was expected to happen sometime in Q4 2022.
For starters, the new compact premium flagship smartphone will be priced at RM4,899. As an added incentive, Sony Malaysia will be giving the LinkBuds S, Touch ‘n Go scratch card worth RM50, a clear protective case, and a tempered glass screen protector, with every pre-order while stocks last. Essentially, you will have everything you need to get it up and running without hunting for accessories.

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The Sony Xperia 5 IV pre-orders will be running from now until 24th October 2022. Afterwards, you should be able to find the smartphone in store shelves.
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Pokdepinion: The temptation to use this purely for video work is quite high. It’s a pretty solid smartphone, that’s for sure, but I prefer mine bigger (that’s what she said).
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Chrome will use latest Windows 10 feature to reduce RAM consumption by up to 27%

Anyone who has been on the Internet in the past few years would probably have seen the memes about how Google Chrome is a memory hog. With the latest Windows 10 update, it seems that Chrome may finally drop that image by adopting Windows 10’s latest feature rolled out in the ill-fated Windows 10 version 2004.
In the latest version of Windows, Microsoft opens up the segment heap API, which was previously only available for Universal Windows Platform apps. The API allows apps to manage memory use more efficiently. Now in Windows 10 version 2004, it will be available for Win32 apps as well, so the new Chromium-based Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome can both take advantage of the segment dump API to reduce memory consumption.

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Microsoft’s testing revealed a rather significant 27% reduction in memory usage, although they noted that the gains may vary depending on configuration and usage. Meanwhile Bruce Dawson, a Google programmer, has revealed that opting-in to use the segment heap instead of the legacy heap can save hundreds of MB of memory, and that the greatest savings are on many-core machines.
The update should roll out once Google manages to build Chrome on the latest Windows 10 Build 19041.0 SDK. For now, it isn’t even recommended to install the latest update, so you might have to wait for a bit while Microsoft irons out the issues with Windows 10 version 2004.
Pokdepinion: Just a bit longer, my dear RAM.
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Amazfit Bip 3 and Bip 3 Pro Launched Starting At RM199

Amazfit Bip 3 and Bip 3 Pro: The Affordable Fitness Smartwatch

Amazfit recently introduced the Bip 3 and Bip 3 Pro, two best-valued smartwatches in Malaysia. Except for the change in colour options and the existence of a built-in GPS, which is limited to the Pro type, both devices are nearly identical.
Both watches feature a 1.69-inch square LCD display protected with 2.5D tempered glass with an anti-fingerprint coating, a silicone strap, and a single home button on the side. The standard Bip 3 is available in black, pink, and blue, whereas the Pro is available in black, pink, and cream.

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The watches are water-resistant up to 5 ATM, so they can be used while swimming and even track your swimming performance, according to the brand. In terms of data monitoring, the watches can record over 60 different types of fitness routines, including indoor and outdoor walking, jogging, cycling, strength training, yoga, and free training, with capabilities like Target Pace to help you out.
The Bip 3 Pro features five satellite location systems for tracking your outdoor movements, and Amazfit claims that both watches have a battery capacity of 7 to 14 days, based on activity. In terms of customization, the watches come with over 50 watch faces, and users can create their own using the associated Zepp app.

The watches can notify incoming calls and messages, manage your music, show the weather, and function as a camera shutter button. They also have health functions including heart rate tracking, sleep tracking, blood-oxygen saturation (SpO2) measurement, and menstrual cycle tracking.
The Amazfit Bip 3 costs RM199 whereas the Bip 3 Pro costs RM249. The Bip 3 is available at Amazfit’s official Shopee shop however the Pro variant is only available for pre-order.
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Pokdepinion: Amazfit Bip is one of the reliable smartwatches with a large battery capacity. Would actually give this new watch a go!
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PNY Brings Two RTX 4060 Models To Malaysia, Kicks Off Free Game Promotions

PNY’s local distributor Fusion Tech Supply Sdn Bhd has announced that two models featuring the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 silicon is heading to Malaysia – namely the XLR8 Gaming VERTO EPIC-X RGB Triple Fan and the VERTO Dual Fan variants. Both models, while differing in design and dimensions, will retain the stock clockspeed figures of 2460MHz as the reference model, with the TDP of just 115 watts.
The triple-fan XLR8 model is significantly smaller than competing triple-fan models of the same GPU with its card length minimized down to just 260mm, and measures 40mm thick, making it a dual-slot card that should fit well within the margin of most PC cases. Meanwhile, the dual-fan VERTO model further cuts down on card length down to 210mm, while retaining the same 40mm thickness.

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PNY priced the XLR8 RTX 4060 at RM1,619 while the VERTO Dual Fan gets the RM1,519 price tag – on top of that, the company is also running a promotion giving new customers purchasing select GPUs a free Ubisoft game of their choice. The included games are:

Riders Republic
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
Immortals Fenyx Rising
Farcry 6
Rainbow Six Extraction
Assassin’s Creed Valhalla – Dawn of Ragnarok

Eligible GPUs are as follows:
PNY RTX 40 Series: RTX 4090 / RTX 4080 / RTX 4070 Ti / RTX 4070 / RTX 4060 Ti
PNY RTX 30 Series: RTX 3080 / RXT 3070 Ti / RTX 3060 Ti / RTX 3060
Eligible customers can redeem the free game through the Google Forms here.
Pokdepinion: Pretty nice lineup of games for free here – if you’re looking to play one of these, now’s your chance.
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Dissidia Final Fantasy NT Adds Zenos yae Galvus as DLC Character

If you thought the fun in Dissidia Final Fantasy NT has ended, then this piece of news will certainly say otherwise as an interesting new DLC character has been announced at its from Final Fantasy XIV.
During the Final Fantasy XIV Fan Festival 2019 held in Tokyo, the folks over at Square Enix has unveiled Zenos yae Galvus as a DLC character for Dissidia Final Fantasy NT. For those of you who aren’t aware, he is a major antagonist in the Final Fantasy XIV Stormblood expansion.
Zenos yae Galvus will be officially available on 11th April 2019 for the PlayStation 4 and PC version of the games. The arcade version will see it earlier on 26th March 2019.

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Dissidia Final Fantasy NT is currently available for the PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam. There is even a free version of the game on both platforms.
Pokdepinion: Having new characters in the game is awesome but I personally feel the game needs a sort of quality of life updates that will make it more viable in the long run. Unless of course, they plan to do a Dissidia 2 in the near future but I highly doubt that would so soon anyway.
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One of the biggest issues on social media is abuse. Regardless of whether it’s racism, sexism, or anything like that, it’s harmful and no one should go through it. Now, Instagram is rolling out a new feature that will help you filter out abusive DM requests.
New Instagram Feature Will Filter Out Abusive DM Requests

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Instagram is launching a new, optional filtering tool that will help you filter out abusive DM requests. This way, you can pre-emptively block unwanted contact if you want. It’s targeted towards DM requests as, according to the company, that’s where people usually receive abusive messages.
If you enable the feature, Instagram will automatically filter out DM requests that contain offensive words, phrases, and emojis by putting them in a separate hidden requests folder. The tool will make use of a predefined list of offensive terms that were compiled with input from anti-discrimination and anti-bullying groups.
To take it a step further, the feature will also let you put in your own list of offensive terms that the tool should look out for. It will function similarly to the comment filters, hide the messages, and inform people of the things you don’t people to say.
The new filtering tool will be available together with the comment filters in a new dedicated section within Privacy Settings > Hidden Words. It is said that the filtering process will only happen on your smartphone as the data will not be sent back to the company’s servers.

In related news to make protect users, Instagram will be making it harder for blocked users to contact you again through a new account. When you block a user, it will also give you the option to preemptively block new accounts that the blocked user may have created.
For now, the new filtering tool is starting to roll out in a number of countries and will slowly make its way to other countries over the course of the next few months. The pre-emptive blocking feature will available in the coming weeks.
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Pokdepinion: As someone who was made aware of a close person having several accounts for the purpose of stalking, I couldn’t have appreciated this more. I’m honestly shocked as to how far people are willing to go to stalk people, especially those who already, very clearly, don’t want to have anything to do with them.
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XPG Vault Gaming Mouse Comes With Built In SSD Storage

Gaming mouse with built-in memory is common nowadays to store game profiles. The XPG Vault takes that to the next level as it’s a gaming mouse with built-in SSD storage. Here’s what you need to know.
XPG Vault Gaming Mouse With Built In SSD Storage

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When you think of on-board memory for a gaming mouse, you wouldn’t think of SSD storage but that’s what exactly the XPG Vault has. To be precise, it’s a 1TB SSD storage capacity within a gaming mouse.
The idea behind this is for the XPG Vault to store “your gaming library in the palm of your hand”, which makes the name of it quite apt. It will connect to your PC via USB-C, with transfer speeds up to 985MB/s, and also comes with its own Gaming Launcher software inside.
Unfortunately, not much else is known about the XPG Vault. There are no mentions of its DPI, polling rate, and other specifications / features. From what we can see, it will have at least 5 buttons, which might be programmable, and that it’s part of ADATA’s CES 2022 lineup.
From what we know thus far, ADATA also has PCIe 5 SSDs and DDR5 RAM to show off during CES 2022. These, and also the XPG Alpha wireless gaming mouse would definitely be obtainable by consumers but we’re uncertain if the XPG Vault gaming will simply be a concept with no actual product being sold just yet. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: This is a concept I can certainly get behind. Highly likely if you’re going out to game with friends, you would want to bring your own mouse if possible. If that mouse can also store a lot of games in it, among other things, it would certainly be a huge convenience factor. I just hope it wouldn’t cost a bomb.
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Razer Kiyo X Review – Good Quality, Even Greater Value

Unboxing the Razer Kiyo X
Razer Kiyo X Review – Box

Let’s kick off the Razer Kiyo X review with the unboxing. It’s your standard Razer gaming peripheral packaging, clad in its signature black and green color scheme. Inside it, you will find the following items:
Razer Kiyo X Review – Box content

User guide
Razer stickers
Welcome not by Razer CEO Min-Liang Tan
The Razer Kiyo X webcam itself

Appearance
Razer Kiyo X Review
The Razer Kiyo X looks more like the original Kiyo webcam rather than a Kiyo Pro, coming in a circular shape with ridged lines on the side. The key difference here with the original is that it doesn’t come with a built-in ring light. Looking at the front, you can see a relatively large lens with the branding on the bottom, a microphone hole below it, and “Full HD 1080 Rec” written on the outer circle.
Razer Kiyo X Review – Rear
Moving over to the rear, you can see the product descriptions written as well as a non-detachable cable, measuring in at 1.5 meters long. This one aspect where it’s different from the Kiyo Pro, which has a detachable USB-C cable.

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Razer Kiyo X Review – Can be mounted on a tripod
One thing it does share with the Kiyo Pro however is the stand as the Razer Kiyo X doesn’t use the circular puck stand. Instead, you have a rectangular stand which can be used to clip on top of monitors and also be mounted to any standard tripod which uses the usual 1/4-inch thread size.
Razer Kiyo X Review – You can clip it on monitors / laptop displays
Overall, we can clearly see after having three webcams out now, the circular shape is the look that Razer plans to keep for their line of webcams, with most competitors going for the tradition rectangular shape. It does give the Razer Kiyo X a more premium look as it looks like a large camera lens, and it brings a welcoming change while sacrificing one key feature from its predecessor.
Specifications

Video Resolution
1080p/30fps, 720p/60fps, 480p/30fps, 360p/30fps

Field of View (FOV)
>82°

Image Resolution
2.1 Megapixel

Still Image Resolution
1920 x 1080

Connection Type
USB 2.0

Focus Type
Auto

Video Encoding
YUY2(not for all video resolution)/MJPEG

Mounting Options
L shape joint and Tripod (not included)

Image Quality Settings Customization
Yes

Cable Length
1.5 meters braided cable

Audio Codec
16 bit 48 KHz

Polar Patterns
Omnidirectional

Compatibility

PC with a free USB port
Windows 10 64-bit support
Compatible with Open Broadcaster Software and Xsplit

User Experience
Setting Up
Razer Kiyo X Review – Razer Synapse
The Razer Kiyo X is a plug and play webcam, so you don’t actually need any software to get it up and running. Simply plug it in to your PC, set it as your default webcam, and you’re pretty much good to go.
If you want to finetune some settings however, that’s when you need to use the Razer Synapse software. The options might not be as many as the Kiyo Pro but the important ones are still there, such as brightness, contrast, white balance, and more. You can also do so via OBS Studio if you’d like, but you’ll still need Razer Synapse for that.
Video Performance

Now for the main event of the Razer Kiyo X review, how well can the webcam perform? To my surprise, pretty well but it depends on two things; the video settings and lighting. Unsurprisingly as it is a webcam, it’s very dependent on lighting to look good, but you don’t really need studio lighting kits for it to work well. As long as your room is well lit, it can perform well.
As for video settings, the two primary ones people will be looking at is either Full HD 30FPS or 720P 60FPS as those settings are the highest this webcam is capable of. While 60FPS is pretty smooth, I don’t feel like it’s worth the trade-off as it looks noticeably better at Full HD. Colors look more bland in the lower resolution and you can see some smoothing on my face at 720P 60FPS.
Razer Kiyo X Review – Razer Logo on the stand
The video is recorded with default settings, so you still can do more optimizations on your end via Razer Synapse. One thing I recommend setting specifically is the White Balance as I noticed that it can go haywire at times on auto. As for other things to keep in mind, there are times when the webcam goes out of focus but it usually fixes itself very quickly. If that bothers you, you can always opt for manual focus via Advanced Settings.
If you want something that can offer better quality, check out our review of the Razer Kiyo Pro by clicking right here.
Microphone

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Most people wouldn’t opt to use a built-in microphone on a webcam but in case you need one as an emergency solution or don’t have the means to get a standalone microphone, here’s what it sounds like by default. The sensitivity is a little bit high but that can easily changed, but it’s good to know that it can capture voices relatively well.
My only issue with it is that it can capture a bit too much of the surrounding noise so unless the room you’re in is quiet, it can be distracting. With that being said, capturing 2 to 3 people’s voices at once would work well unless you need a podcast-quality voice capture, in which you will need to invest a proper standalone microphone.
Razer Kiyo X Verdict
Razer Kiyo X Review
At first, I was worried that it would be as lackluster as its predecessor, the original Kiyo, especially since they got rid of the built-in ring light. To my surprise, the Razer Kiyo X ended up performing very well. At RM349, it’s certainly worth the money and would give Logitech a run for their money against the likes of the C922. If you want something better, you can always opt for the Kiyo Pro instead.
At the end of our Razer Kiyo X review, I award this webcam with our coveted Gold Pokdeward.

Big thanks to Razer Asia Pacific for sending us this webcam for the purpose of this review.
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Acer Announces New TravelMate And ConceptD Laptops In Malaysia

Acer Malaysia has just unveiled brand new additions to their TravelMate and ConceptD laptops. These new models include the convertible Acer TravelMate Spin P4 as well as the creator-focused ConceptD 7 and 3 series.
TravelMate Spin P4

The new Acer TravelMate Spin P4 now features a pair of 360-degree hinges that allow users to flexibly rotate the screen into four usage modes: clamshell mode for traditional keyboard input, tablet, display and tent modes for presenting or when space-constrained. The TravelMate Spin P4 is also built to MIL-STD-810G standards to withstand high usage and shocks from accidental drops.

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Furthermore, Acer’s new convertible laptop comes equipped with an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics all within a 17.9mm durable chassis. In addition, the Acer TravelMate Spin P4 comes with one USB Type-C port that supports up to 10Gbps data transfer, DisplayPort, DC-in to charge the laptop as well as battery life rated for up to 13.5 hours. The Spin P4 also comes with Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 hard drive level protection for secure authentication.
The Acer TravelMate Spin P4 will be available in two different variants; 11th Gen Intel Core i7 and Intel Core i5 which will be priced at RM5,399 and RM4,699 respectively. The laptop will be available at Acer’s official stores on Lazada and Shopee, the official Acer online store as well as select Acer authorised resellers nationwide.
ConceptD 7 Series

The new Acer ConceptD series consists of two models that include the ConceptD 7 Ezel Pro and ConceptD 7 Pro. The new ConceptD 7 Ezel Pro is equipped with up to Intel Xeon processor, up to NVIDIA Quadro RTX5000, a 15.6-inch 4K UHD IPS display with Delta E<2 that supports up to 100% Adobe RGB, up to 32GB RAM and up to 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD. Meanwhile, the Acer ConceptD 7 Pro features the IntelCore i7-10875H processor, NVIDIA Quadro RTX3000 graphics, up to 32GB RAM and up to 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD.

Coming with 3 years onsite warranty, the Acer ConceptD 7 Pro is priced at RM13,099 while ConceptD 7 Pro Ezel powered by Intel Core i7 and Intel Xeon processor priced at RM17,099 and RM26,099 respectively. The ConceptD 7 series can be ordered through the official Acer online store or by email to [email protected]
ConceptD 3 Series

The new Acer ConceptD 3 series also features two models; ConceptD 3 Ezel Pro and ConceptD 3 Pro. The laptops tout a 15.6-inch FHD PANTONE-Validated display that covers 100% of the sRGB colour gamut with delta E<2 colour accuracy. Furthermore, the series is powered by a 10th Gen Intel CoreTM i7-10750H with 16GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB PICe SSD. The ConceptD 3 Ezel Pro is equipped with NVIDIA Quadro T1000 graphics while the ConceptD 3 comes with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650Ti.

The ConceptD 3 Ezel Pro with Acer Active Pen costs RM10,999, while the ConceptD 3 Pro costs RM8,399 and the ConceptD 3 costs RM7,399. All three models come with a three-year onsite warranty. They’re available now at select Acer authorised resellers across the country.
Pokdepinion: Man if I had the resources, I would like to try the ConceptD 7 Ezel Pro. Seems like an awesome and powerful laptop to use on the go.
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