PS5: Returnal Preview and First Impressions – We Have High Hopes For It

We managed to get our hands on an early copy of one of the most highly anticipated exclusives for the PlayStation 5, Returnal. Before we share our in-depth review of the game, I’m going to give you a taste of it with my first impressions and preview of the game.
What is Returnal About?

Developed by Housemarque, Returnal is a 3rd person psychological horror game with a futuristic sci-fi setting. Players take on the role of Selene, a space pilot geared up with high-tech equipment and weaponry. She crash landed in an alien planet known as Atropos and finds herself all alone in this barren land.

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With no choice in the matter, Selene has to venture through the remnants of an ancient civilization and fight against hordes of aliens in order to find a way to escape. It’s not an easy task as she gets killed in the process time after time again but for some odd reason, she wakes up again in her ship with a strong sense of déjà vu.

She is stuck in an endless timeloop but interestingly, the environment also changes with every cycle. The items and the enemies she come across are also different, giving players a fresh new experience every time while also forcing them push their boundaries with new strategies as they approach the game once more. Can she find a way to escape this nightmare?
Returnal First Impressions
When I first heard that Returnal counted as a horror game, I was expecting something like Dead Space but at least from my initial playthrough, that doesn’t appear to be the case. As soon as you leave your ship, it’s essentially action-based combat in 3rd person view, with the storyline being played out having a rather eerie tone given the mysterious circumstances.
You can jump, dash, air-dash, shoot, and run around as you wish. The movement mechanic reminds me a little bit of the Mega Man X series as you run and gun the enemies, just that Returnal feels like it has more emphasis on dashing given that it’s needed to dodge enemy attacks. One important mechanic here is the Adrenaline gauge, which fills up when you kill enemies and yields benefits as it goes up, but depletes as soon as you take damage. It’s a mechanic that essentially rewards a skilled player.

In your first “playthrough”, you’re only going to be facing basic enemies so you can get a hang of how the game works. It will also teach you how to play as you go along. As you find yourself through an inevitable death and start a new one, that’s when the game truly starts as you realize that the initial gate you went through after leaving the ship appears to be a completely new area. It’s worth noting that every time you get revived, you’re not starting fresh necessarily as some equipment and upgrades will be with you regardless, so there is permanent progression.
With every run you go for, you will find items that you can scan and add to your databank. It’s worth checking out of all that and also listening to audio clips that you find along the way as you can piece together the game’s storyline and get a better understanding of what’s going on in Returnal. It’s too early for me to say whether these details are very important to the game or if it simply enriches the storytelling experience but I would personally pay attention to avoid confusion later on. Speaking of confusion, there is a dedicated tutorials section in case you’re not sure about certain elements in the game.

Visually, Returnal looks amazing on its own but coupled together the dark environment filled with ancient buildings and foliage, it gives you a sense of helplessness that will surely take the immersion factor to the next level. It’s definitely one that is worthy of a next gen game as it takes advantage of the PlayStation 5’s stronger hardware. I can see why the game isn’t making its way to the older PS4 console after playing it.
What makes this game feel special right now is how it takes advantage of the DualSense controller. The subtle vibrations when accessing the menu, the feedback when you shoot at enemies, the locking sensation as you engage the L2 trigger to go into ADS, and the vibrations you get as certain events occur in the game. All of this makes you feel more immersed in the game and since I’ve only gotten a small taste of it, there’s definitely more I’ve yet to discover.
Initial Conclusion

Based on the short time I’ve played Returnal thus far, it’s pretty fun and it has a rather refreshing concept with its roguelike elements. I’m very certain there’s a lot in the game that I’ve yet to discover, especially the story, and I hope it’s one that will blow me away by the end of it. It’s going to be tough to pair a good storyline with the random nature of the game but at the moment, I have high hopes for it.
Stay tuned for our in-depth review of Returnal.
If you’re looking for more games to play on the PS5, check out the PS Plus free games lineup for April 2021 by clicking right here.
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NBA 2K19 Review — Best NBA Game So Far

NBA 2K19 Review
What is NBA 2K19 About?

NBA 2K19 is the latest addition to the NBA 2K series of basketball simulators where it comes with newer gameplay mechanics as well as more playable teams right off the bat. It is the 20th installment in the NBA 2K franchise and the successor to last year’s NBA 2K18 game.
Interestingly, there are a number of athletes gracing the cover of the game depending on which region as well as what version you’re getting. Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo is the cover athlete for the standard edition, while LeBron James of the LA Lakers is the cover athlete for the 20th Anniversary Edition.  For Australia and New Zealand, NBA Rookie of the Year Award winner Ben Simmons of the Philadelphia 76ers is featured on the cover.

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For this review, we’ve got our hands on the NBA 2K19 20th Anniversary Edition for the PC, where it comes with the following bonuses;

100,000 Virtual Currency
50,000 MyTEAM points
20 MyTEAM League Packs (delivered one a week).
10 MyTEAM Heat Check Packs (delivered one a week beginning at the start of the NBA season)
Sapphire LeBron James and Sapphire Giannis Antetokounmpo MyTEAM cards
5 LeBron-themed murals for MyCOURT
LeBron MyCOURT design
King’s Collection – Nike LeBron apparel & footwear

Better Gameplay Mechanics
In NBA 2K19, there are a couple of game modes for you to enjoy offline and play with your friends as well as a number of online modes.
If you want to experience real NBA games with the up-to-date lineups, there’s the NBA Today mode along with a couple of others including MyLeague and MyGM to enjoy.

The gameplay for this year has been slightly different from its predecessor. The pace of the game has been taken down by a notch, in my opinion. Despite that, I wouldn’t say that it’s a bad thing. The AI in the game seems to be smarter than before and if you’re thinking that you can simply drive and attack the paint, well think again. The opposing team’s defense will be breathing around your neck more so than before.
Besides that, the game rewards players with skills and punishes you when you make questionable decisions such as passing the ball to your team mate from across the line when there’s barriers between.
Despite the authentic basketball experience that they’re trying to push with the game, there were moments that caught my eye which weren’t exactly good, especially on ball trajectory.
There has been several occasions that the ball seemed weird in terms of physics. For instance, I was running down the paint and was already prepared for a dunk but the ball apparently hit the ring and it went to a direction that completely defied all logic.
In terms of pacing, the game does indeed feel a bit slow, especially when you are on the fast-break. For me, that takes out a bit of the fun especially when you know how fast real-life NBA is.
Don’t you think that Kobe looks weird here?
While most of the characters in the game looked okay, there are some that don’t and look just downright… weird. Sure, it still looked like their real-life counterpart. somewhat, but something still feels off about the character model.
Road to NBA stardom
In this review, we’ll be focusing more on the MyCareer mode. Personally, the mode is a breath of fresh air. I’ve been playing the NBA 2K series ever since 2K14 and with this year’s addition, I felt that the story was more realistic. You start off by creating a player, where you get to pick his physique, primary skill, and secondary skill. Obviously at the beginning, you start off with a very weak player.
Without spoiling too much on the story, you start off in the far east and gradually make your way to the big boy’s league. You’ll have several decisions to make in between games that will shape up how the game progresses for your character.
Not virtual credits again?

Here we come to the topic that puts off most of us, regardless of any game, virtual credits. I was lucky enough to get my hands on the 20th Anniversary edition of the game, where it let me off to a head start with me being able to boost my player’s ability. I think that I’d be a little bit lazy to play the game (I’m just lazy to grind for that matter) to farm over and over again.

Well thankfully, this year’s game offers more ways to grind for VC points to upgrade your player. There’s the gym for instance where you can boost your stats, The Cage, and a couple other areas to boost yourself.
Some people might feel that they don’t mind on farming to be the perfect player, while some do, but for that matter, grinding your way for better stats in a sense does add a replayability factor for the game. It’s just a matter of whether you enjoy it or not.
NBA 2K19 Verdict

NBA 2K19 has been the most authentic basketball game to date, giving a refined tweak to the gameplay. The MyCareer mode offers an engaging storyline, where it will get you hooked to find out more on what happens next and aim to be the best player around.
Once you’re feeling done with the career mode, there’s also the other modes that’ll fill in your time. In terms of gameplay hours, rest assured, there’s plenty of things to enjoy with the game so you’ll be playing it for a while. For the price of RM175 (Standard Edition on Steam), it definitely offers value for what you’re paying.
While farming for VC points isn’t as bad as the previous NBA 2K series, it still could put you off. If you don’t mind that and you pretty much love basketball, then this is the game for you. For that, I award NBA 2K19 with our Silver Pokdeward.

This review was based on a copy of NBA 2K19 20th Anniversary Edition.
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Xiaomi Mi 9 SE 64GB and 128GB variants are coming to Malaysia

While Malaysians are probably still hung up on the fact that we will never see the Redmi Note 7 Pro offered here in Malaysia officially, Mi Malaysia is extending an olive branch in the form of the Xiaomi Mi 9 SE. The announcement that they will be bringing in the Xiaomi Mi 9 SE was done on their official Facebook page.

The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE should be quite the attractive offering for budget-conscious smartphone enthusiasts, considering how Mi Malaysia offers the Xiaomi Mi 9 from just RM1699. The Xiaomi Mi 9 SE’s specifications are as follows:
Xiaomi Mi 9 SE Specifications

Snapdragon 712, octa-core up to 2.3 GHz, 10nm FinFET
6GB RAM
Up to 128GB storage
5.97″ FHD+ Super AMOLED display, dot drop notch
48MP f/1.8 + 13MP f/2.4 ultra-wide + 8MP f/2.4 telephoto
20MP f/2.0 selfie camera
MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie
3070 mAh battery, 18W Quick Charge 3.0
6 + 64GB: RMB 1999 (~RM1226)
6 + 128GB: RMB 2299 (~RM1410)

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The only downer in the specifications is probably the battery, which is the smallest among the popular mid-range devices in the market. Those who are looking for a camera to rival the Mi 9’s might be in for a treat though.
What do you think? #BaikBeliMi9SE?
Pokdepinion: Looking forward to Mi Malaysia surprising us with their pricing for the Xiaomi Mi 9!
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Major Staff Layoffs in Capcom Vancouver; Next Dead Rising Game in Jeopardy?

There has been a notable restructuring in Capcom Vancouver Studios, formerly known as Blue Castle Games, which resulted in about 30% staff layoffs. This may affect the future of certain games, especially the Dead Rising series.
Major Staff Layoffs in Capcom Vancouver

Capcom Vancouver, the studio most notably known for the Dead Rising series, has been hit by layoffs. This is the statement that Capcom has provided:
Capcom Vancouver has undergone a restructure which has impacted approximately 30 percent of the studio, as part of its regular periodic assessment of upcoming projects and overall studio goals. The team is continuing to work to support the recent release of Puzzle Fighter for mobile and is dedication to it flagship Dead Rising series.
The statement provided to IGN follows a report by Kotaku indicating “around 50 people were laid off.” Moreover, it also stated that the Vancouver studio has cut the scope on its next Dead Rising game, as well as canceled an unannounced project. We have no clue what this unannounced project actually is but I suppose we’ll never be able to know now, or rather it’s pointless to bother with it.
Capcom Vancouver was formerly known as Blue Castle Games, the makers of the arcade-style baseball game The Bigs. After being acquired by Capcom in 2010, the studio is most notably known for its work on the Dead Rising franchise beginning with Dead Rising 2 .
Dead Rising 4 was launched for the Xbox One and PC in 2016. It then released for the PlayStation 4 last December. If you’re wondering which one is it, it’s called Dead Rising 4: Frank’s Big Package (that’s what she said).

Source: IGN / Kotaku
Pokdepinion: Well, this is quite normal in the videogame industry, especially if you’re under the banner of a giant company. We can only hope that the ones that got laid off will be able to pick themselves up again and keep pressing forward.
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Bandai Is Releasing A Tamagotchi Smart Wearable

Tamagotchi was famous back in the 90s. If you weren’t around to experience it yourself, it’s basically a small device that offers you a digital pet, where you would need to feed and clean up like a real one. It seems that they will make a comeback with Bandai announcing that they’re releasing a Tamagotchi wearable as part of the toy’s 25th anniversary.
Tamagotchi Smart wearable

As you can see from the picture, it will be making its way into the market on the 23rd of November 2021. Despite that, it seems that it will be launching in Japan and there’s no news of it expanding to other markets.

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The wearable comes in a watch form factor and it sports a touchscreen, step tracking, as well as a clock (duh).

When it comes to what you can do with it, you can feed, bathe, dress, and play mini games with your pet. Bandai has said that you will be able to interact with another person’s (who is nearby) pet, find other Tamagotchi creatures through the smartphone app, and call out your pet using your voice.
Aside from that, the company is planning on releasing add-on cards that offer more content or mini games, additional items, and watch designs to suit your style.
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Pokdepinion: I would get one but I’m pretty sure that my pet would die rather soon… I’m curious as to will Bandai release it for other countries as well as their asking price for it.
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Intel Claims ‘World’s First’ With Real-Time Deepfake Detector

Deepfake is increasingly become a problem especially in situations where information warfare is involved. Intel has figured out a way to detect such content with its FakeCatcher deepfake detector – which achieves 96% accuracy with a technique called photoplethysmography (PPG). In simpler terms – by detecting the blood flow.

Intel Labs senior staff research scientist, Ilke Demir, in collaboration with Umur Ciftci from the State University of New York, has designed FakeCatcher detector which uses a web-based platform powered by Intel’s server platforms, including hardware and software.

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The main difference between FakeCatcher and conventional deepfake detection is the detection technique – FakeCatcher uses the difference in pixels to see the amount of light absorbed or reflected by the blood vessels in human tissue. As blood pumps through the body, veins change color and this is picked up by the detection to determine the authenticity of the video.
Intel says the detector could be leveraged by social media platforms to prevent users from uploading deepfake materials, or even from professional organizations from accidentally uploading such content.
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Pokdepinion: Deepfake certainly is a very dangerous issue, hopefully this will be the one that’s hard to workaround against.
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Sony Signs Multi-Year Deal With Fnatic To Design Future INZONE Products & Collaborate On Esports

Sony has just announced a multi-year agreement with leading Esports team Fnatic to collaborate and design on the company’s new INZONE brand of gaming peripherals. The collaboration will see Fnatic players involve in Sony’s product development and testing to exchange ideas and expertise on product concepts, performance, and technologies.
Beyond product development, Sony and Fnatic will also collaborate on online content production to serve the gaming community and their fans. Fnatic, established in 2004, has built a formidable reputation in the esports scene with multiple professional teams based in London, Berlin, and Tokyo, securing numerous international championships.

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Sam Mathews, CEO of Fnatic: “We’re absolutely thrilled to welcome INZONE into the Fnatic family as a long-term partner of our organization. The strong alignment between our brands, with Sony’s leading innovation in technology and our own 18+ year legacy as a world leader in esports and gaming performance, sets the stage for groundbreaking product development and global amplification of the INZONE brand. We look forward to captivating our audience, pushing boundaries, and delivering exceptional experiences through our world-class roster of players and our unrivaled fanbase of over 30+ million worldwide.”

“We are excited to partner with Fnatic, the world leader in the esports scene, to pioneer new gaming experiences for players worldwide,” said Hiroshi Nakamura, Head of Personal Entertainment Business Unit at Sony Corporation. “By combining Sony’s cutting-edge visual and audio technologies with Fnatic’s unparalleled expertise, we are embarking on multiple initiatives, including co-creating gaming gear and producing content activations.
“This partnership aims to add a completely new dimension to the gaming life, aligning with Sony Group’s corporate direction of ‘getting closer to people’ by connecting with the gaming community. We sincerely wish to energize and support the gaming community through this partnership, as a member of the Fnatic family,” he continued.
Pokdepinion: Sony got big names onboard, definitely helps with the INZONE branding given they’re a new player in the scene.
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Forza Street Now Free On PC — Coming Soon To Android And iOS As Well

If you are a racing game fan, you’ll be glad to know that Forza Street is now available for free on PC. The game is also slated to make an entrance to the smartphone market, coming to both Android and iOS devices later in this year.

The game, which was released earlier under the different name of Miami Street, uses simplified controls for racing. Therefore, you shouldn’t expect it to be a a classic driving simulator game but more to racing games such as Asphalt and Real Racing. In the game, you are needed to focus on the timing of your acceleration, brakes, as well as boosts as you compete in one minute races to a longer story campaign.
If you are interested to play the game, you can get your copy from the Microsoft Store. As mentioned earlier, the mobile version of the game will be available later in the year but an exact date is still yet to be confirmed.

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Pokdepinion: Well you know what to do. Claim it first and then think about whether to play it or not later :P
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ViewSonic Launches New ELITE XG240R Monitor — Compatible With Multiple RGB Lighting Ecosystem

ViewSonic ELITE, a sub-division for the brand’s professional gaming monitors, has unveiled the new XG240R monitor, which is aligned with partnered software programs that enable customizable RGB lighting capabilities.

With that in mind, you can fully take control of your RGB ecosystem when you use ViewSonic ELITE products and by using these partners’ software. When it is running, the RGB lighting syncs with other RGB-equipped gaming peripherals and hardware.

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The ViewSonic XG240R is the first 24-inch monitor under the ELITE sub-brand and is a responsive competitive gaming monitor that delivers esports tournament-level performance. It offers 1080p Full HD resolution as well as a 144Hz refresh rate. Competitive gamers will enjoy the 1ms response time and also available is AMD’s FreeSync support.

As for ports, the monitor includes HDMI and DisplayPort connections, multiple USB 3.0 inputs, as well as built-in speakers. As we’ve mentioned earlier, the ViewSonic ELITE has collaborated with multiple PC components manufacturers to provide compatibility between ViewSonic ELITE RGB monitors and select RGB software from partners. So with the ViewSonic ELITE XG240R, you can utilize RGB software from:

TT RGB Plus Ecosystem by Thermaltake
Chroma by Razer
MasterPlus+ by Cooler Master

The ViewSonic Elite XG240R is now available for purchase in the country. As for the price, it is priced at RM1,089.
Pokdepinion: Specifications looks decent, not anything out of this world though. The main attraction has got to be the capability for you to sync with other RGB softwares. Let there be light!
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ZOTAC’s GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Triple Fan is now priced at RM2499

You thought ZOTAC was done after slashing the prices on the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER and RTX 2080 SUPER cards yesterday? Well, it seems that they will also be dropping the prices on the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti as well, namely the ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Triple Fan, all the way down to RM2499.
Considering that it was retailing for RM5469 previously, that’s a whopping 54% discount! The resellers on Lazada seems to have not yet received the memo, and the cards are still being sold for their usual price instead of sporting the adjusted pricing. We can probably expect them to adjust it pretty soon though.
Onto the card itself, the ZOTAC Gaming GeForce RTX 2080 Ti Triple Fan is relatively simple in terms of its aesthetics, but you still get some RGB accents on the side, and a sturdy-looking brace to prevent GPU sag. The triple fan cooling system should ensure that the TU102 under it will be cooled sufficiently for optimal performance.

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For those of you who bought one of ZOTAC’s GeForce RTX 2080 Ti cards in the last month, you will also be in for some consolation. All you need to do is to email your details to Suncycle Malaysia at [email protected] and you can get a 256GB XPG SX8200 PCIe SSD as a token of sadness.

With the new cards priced so low, I do believe that there’s no reason to continue dealing with enthusiasts trying to offload their older cards for exorbitant prices. Just get a new one and get full warranty coverage! However you might not be able to get your hands on one, due to the fact that NVIDIA has already stopped producing the GeForce RTX 20-series GPUs some time back.
Will you be getting this, or will you wait for the GeForce RTX 30 series? Let us know!
Pokdepinion: It seems like ZOTAC is the only brand in Malaysia responding to current market trends… What are the rest of the brands planning to do now?
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[Computex 2019] GIGABYTE unveils true 16-phase AMD X570 motherboard, PCIe 4.0 SSDs

AMD’s upcoming processors are going to be real beasts, but to really take advantage of it, you will need a motherboard that’s capable to fully push it to its limits. Which is probably why GIGABYTE went well overboard with their motherboard designs featuring the new AMD X570 platform as well as new PCIe 4.0 storage solutions based on the new Phison E16 SSD controllers.
GIGABYTE X570 AORUS and More

For starters, we are looking at a true 16-phase VRM system, or as GIGABYTE calls it, Direct 16-phase, in the GIGABYTE X570 AORUS Xtreme. The AMD Ryzen 9 3900X is rated with a 105W TDP, but if you are going to overclock it, you will want more clean power on tap.

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Aside from being able to feed ludicrous amounts of power to your 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen processor, more phases also means that the motherboard can balance out the load better, resulting in lower operating temperatures.

The use of proper fin arrays on the GIGABYTE X570 AORUS Xtreme not only allows it to have VRMs up to 36°C cooler, but it also allowed GIGABYTE to design it as their only AMD X570 motherboard without a fan over the chipset. A heatpipe runs from the PCH to the VRM heatsinks.
          GIGABYTE X570-I PRO WIFI            GIGABYTE X570 PRO GAMING X          GIGABYTE X570 AORUS PRO              GIGABYTE X570 AORUS MASTER            GIGABYTE X570 AORUS ULTRA            GIGABYTE X570 AORUS ELITE
GIGABYTE also showcased the GIGABYTE X570 Gaming X, X570 AORUS PRO WiFi, X570 AORUS ELITE, X570 AORUS PRO, X570 AORUS ULTRA and also the X570 AORUS MASTER today.
Blazing fast PCIe 4.0 storage

One of the key highlights of the AMD X570 platform is that it is the first platform to support PCIe 4.0. The new interface standard promises 2x the bandwidth that PCIe 3.0 was capable of, which accelerates both graphics performance and of course, storage throughput. The Phison E16 is capable of over 4000MB/s speeds with the latest TOSHIBA BiCS 4 3D NAND, but GIGABYTE wasn’t content with just that.

They slapped four PCIe Gen4 x4 SSDs together for 15GB/s transfer rates. So insane that GIGABYTE has to implement active cooling to keep everything running cool. You can also get it in a single drive, which features a proper copper heatsink on both sides of the M.2 drive.

You will probably hear more from GIGABYTE about their GIGABYTE X570 AORUS motherboards as well as the PCIe 4.0 SSDs as we get closer to the 7th July launch of the 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors, so stay tuned!
Pokdepinion: As a whole, I am very pleased that GIGABYTE are placing a focus on the components and cooling of their motherboards and SSDs, rather than just mere aesthetics.
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The Division 2 First Major Update Will Be Close to 100GB

One of Ubisoft’s major upcoming games, Tom Clancy’s The Division 2, is coming very soon. With the release date around the corner, you may want clear up space in your HDD / SSD now as something big is coming your way… literally.
On the official Ubisoft website today, the first major update for Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 will be rolling out and next week and it will be a HUGE update. Known as Title Update 1, you are required to download this prior to playing the game. If you purchase a physical copy, you’ll have to first install the game, then download the update.

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The update size is slated to be 92GB for the PlayStation 4. For PC and Xbox One, it’s more forgiving as it’s expected to be between 48 and 52GB in size. There is also expected to be a Title Update 1.5 coming soon but that one is much smaller in comparison, at about 2GB. It is said to address some issues that were widely reported during the open beta phase.
The Division 2 will be officially released on 15th March 2019 for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
Source: Official Website
Pokdepinion: RIP 500GB PS4 consoles. Those who are on 1TB or got themselves an external HDD wouldn’t mind. You could always just upgrade the HDD yourself, which would be better in terms of loading speed as well.
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[CINEMATIC] MSI GS65 Stealth Thin 8RF – Putting the devil where it belongs

It all started with the idea of “Stealth” in mind. As we were unboxing the machine, we realized that this is a very beautiful laptop and deserves some love. It was night, and the lighting was just perfect. We took some shots, spiced it up with some edits, and came out with this piece for you guys.
MSI GS65 Stealth Thin 8RF Cinematic Video

This is not our usual unboxing video that we just published yesterday. You can watch that one here: https://pokde.la/4ex
We highlighted some of the features that enticed us the most. The gold and black finishing with chamfered edges are definitely the first one to fall in love with. In fact, this is the first time I actually think MSI got their design DNA right with the GS65.

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Then we showcase the Quad heat pipes with quad heat sinks that are dedicated to push out the heat. Again, aesthetically, this one is a very beautiful design with triangle and trapezium cutouts with black and gold finishing.
Of course, how can we forget the Steelseries powered Per-Key Gaming Keyboard too? In it’s full glory, running the rainbow effect, this follows next.
Moving on, we shows case the 4.9mm ultra-thin bezel which gives the MSI GS65 a very unique touch indeed. And of course, the 144Hz refresh rate is not forgotten here.  This is an IPS-level display.
Finally, the Cooler Boost Trinity that consists of triple enhanced Whirlwind Blade fans that powerfully push all the heat from the this super slim gaming machine.
Pokdepinion: I’m pretty sure that by now you are already looking forward to the review of this machine, right?
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VAIO is back in Malaysia with the S11 and S13 — lightweight notebooks priced from RM6199

VAIO was a renowned brand of ultraportable laptops back in the days when no one else could do it right. VAIO defined portable computing, but the lofty prices kept it out of reach for most people. Sony sold off VAIO in 2014, but it is now back. No longer under Sony, but as an independent brand. Today, they introduced their latest VAIO S11 and VAIO S13 here in Malaysia.

The new laptops carry on VAIO’s signature clean aesthetics, along with a focus on reducing weight and thickness. The VAIO S11 weighs a mere 0.85 kg and is less than 18mm thick at its thickest point, tapering down to just 15 mm at its thinnest. The VAIO S13 weights a bit more at 1.07 kg, but features the same profile. This is enabled by the VAIO S11’s carbon fiber chassis, while the VAIO S13 has a tougher magnesium alloy chassis.

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VAIO calls the finishing they used for the VAIO S11 and S13 the “Azumino Finish”, and equipped it with a unique tilting mechanism to allow for a more ergonomic typing experience. The keyboard itself feels exquisite, silent yet tactile. There is also a fingerprint scanner on both models for easy one-touch security.

All of the VAIO laptops introduced today feature the latest 8th Generation Intel CPUs, with a choice of the Core i5 8250U in both variants, while the punchier i7 8550U is reserved for the bigger VAIO S13. The laptops feature VAIO TruePerformance technology that allows the laptop to stay cooler and perform better than the competition.

The VAIO S11 can be gotten in black, silver, brown, pink and white, and is priced from RM6499 to RM6699. Meanwhile the VAIO S13 only comes in black and silver, and is priced from RM6199 to RM8399. If you are interested, you can head over to Digital Mall where Nexstgo’s flagship store is located, or Plaza Lowyat. It will also be available on Lazada too.
Pokdepinion: These laptops are seriously super light, and the keyboard is probably one of the best I have ever used in a laptop. The price is quite ambitious to us, but those who has known and loved VAIO might think differently.
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Uber Covered Up Massive Security Breach For Over A Year – 57 million drivers and users data stolen

They Kept Quiet For Over A Year

Uber has just revealed that they suffered a massive security breach towards the end of 2016 in which information concerning 57 million Uber drivers and riders from around the world had been stolen and had kept it quiet until now. In a shocking statement from new Uber Technologies Inc CEO, Dara Khosrowshahi, he said that they were hacked by two individuals who had illegally accessed their data base and stole names and driver’s license numbers of around 600,000 drivers in the United States, as well as some other personal information which include the names, e-mail addresses and mobile phone numbers from other 57 million Uber users from across the globe (high chance this includes us folks in Malaysia too).
Dara Khosrowshahi, CEO
However, Khosrowshahi assured that the stolen data does not include other more sensitive information such as users’ credit card information, bank account information or dates of birth.
According to a report by Bloomberg, who first broke the story about Uber’s massive security breach, a sum of 100,000 USD was paid to the hackers by Uber to destroy the stolen data and to keep the security breach under wraps. Due to their involvement in the cover up, Uber’s Chief Security Officer Joe Sullivan and one of his deputies, lawyer Craig Clark have been given the sack by the company.

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In his statement, Khosrowshahi was very critical of Uber’s decision to keep mum regarding this serious security breach.
None of this should have happened, and I will not make excuses for it. While I can’t erase the past, I can commit on behalf of every Uber employee that we will learn from our mistakes. We are changing the way we do business, putting integrity at the core of every decision we make and working hard to earn the trust of our customers.
This whole controversy comes hot on the heels of another high-profile incident in the resignation of former CEO and co-founder Travis Kalanick last June following allegations of him being instrumental regarding the company’s workplace culture which allowed rampant sexual harassment of its female employees as well as encouraging its workers to push legal boundaries.
Travis Kalanick, former CEO and co-founder
Here’s how it all went down. According to the report by Bloomberg, the hackers obtained the information by using login credentials obtained they had stolen from a private GitHub coding site used by Uber software engineers. Using the stolen login credentials they discovered archived driver and user information stored inside Uber’s Amazon Web Services account. Soon after that, they e-mailed Uber and demanded money for the stolen data.
Kalanick, Uber’s former CEO discovered this breach a month after it happened but kept quite because during that particular period of time, the company had just settled a lawsuit regarding data security disclosures (ironically) with the New York attorney general. They were also in discussions with the US Federal Trade commission about their handling of consumer data (again, ironic).
Vyacheslav Zakorzhevsky, Head of Anti-Malware Research Team at Kaspersky Lab said that this latest cyberattack shows that attacks are focused more on large corporations and if it’s successul, will only escalate with time.

When a data breach like this occurs, it is important to remember and never underestimate the consequences associated with personal information that has fallen into the hands of intruders. The data accessed can be used for further attacks against users, by spreading malware or any type of cyberespionage. For example, attackers can sell a stolen database with personal information on the underground market, where there is high demand.
This year we have already seen increased activity in cybercriminals targeting popular ride-sharing mobile apps . Such services will remain an appealing target, due to the valuable credentials and sensitive data they hold. Access to this information could lead to greater damage for users but high benefits for criminals.
We therefore strongly recommend that users be attentive to incoming messages sent by email or SMS, do not click on suspicious links, and avoid installation of apps from unknown sources. Kaspersky Lab also advises the use of a reliable security solution.

Khosrowshahi said that they will be directly notifying the drivers who’s driver’s licenses were downloaded and will be providing these drivers complimentary credit monitoring and identity theft protection services.
Pokdepinion: This is just sick. Sick and hugely unacceptable. Kudos to Dara Khosrowshahi for deciding to come clean about all this but the fact that Uber kept this from the public for MORE THAN A YEAR is just disrespectful and just plain irresponsible. The public’s trust in them will surely take a hit and I really don’t how they can fully recover from this massive debacle.
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Unifi Basic Coming This September – Will Be Available For All Users

The most affordable home fibre internet, TM Unifi Basic, will finally be coming nationwide this September. Here’s what you need to know.
Unifi Basic Coming This September

During their 1H 2018 financial briefing, TM has officially announced that their Unifi Basic plan will be made available for all users starting this September 2018.

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For those of you who are not aware, Unifi Basic is a home internet plan by TM which will get you 30Mbps internet speed for just RM79 per month. However, there is a quota of 60GBs, and exceeding it will see your speeds drop down to the dial-up age, or worse even. Not only that, users will not be allowed to pay extra to get additional quota.
For more details on the Unifi Basic plan, click right here to find out more, and right here about the 60GB quota.
At the moment, we know that the plan will only come with the internet service and will not come with Unifi TV or a house phone. At the moment however, TM did not mention about how consumers will register for the plan.
We will be reporting on the matter as soon as more information becomes available. Until then, be sure to stay tuned to Pokde.net :)
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Pokdepinion: I’m kinda doubting that part of being made available for all users but we’ll see how things go. For now, let’s just enjoy our Merdeka break.
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ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) Announces G551 Gaming Notebook

Kuala Lumpur (16th October 2014) — ASUS today announced the Republic of Gamers (ROG) G Series G551 gaming notebook. The new ROG G Series represents a performance leap over previous predecessors, with Intel® Core i7 processors and enthusiast-grade NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX graphics for the horsepower to drive today’s games smoothly at their highest settings. The ASUS ROG G551 exhibits visual prowess with wide-angle IPS displays, and provide gamers with Full HD visuals. There’s also 4K/UHD-ready Trinity Display output for multi-monitor gaming or multitasking.
The distinctive gaming notebook design features a matte-black brushed-aluminium finish with red diamond-cut edges, and bears an illuminated ROG logo on the lid. The keyboards are designed especially for gamers, and the almost-silent cooling system efficiently removes heat with minimum fan noise.

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Enthusiast-grade gaming performance

The new ASUS ROG G551 are powered by 4th generation Intel Core i7 for ultimate performance required by the latest gaming titles; while enthusiast-grade NVIDIA GeForce GTX 860M graphics with Microsoft DirectX 11 provide sharper visuals and smoother in-game animations. To cope with the amazing power, ROG G551 features an advanced cooling system that efficiently removes heat with minimal fan noise so as not to disrupt the gaming experience.

Audio visuals that deliver immersive game worlds

The ASUS ROG G551 comes with a 15.6” Full HD (1920 x 1080 resolution) LED backlit display. The IPS displays have wide 178-degree viewing angles, so color shift is minimized even when viewed from extreme positions in both the horizontal and vertical planes. Gamers are guaranteed accurate, lifelike colors that further enhance their gaming experience. Trinity Display technology enables users to hook their G Series up to three other external displays via HDMI 1.4 or Mini DisplayPort 1 — ideal for multi-monitor gaming and multitasking.
The exclusive SonicMaster Premium provides rich, crystal-clear high-fidelity audio while ROG AudioWizard features five easy-to-use preset modes with settings tailored to suit different game genres.

And since most LAN gamers utilize headsets, ASUS ROG G551 incorporates a powerful headphone amplifier that has been fine-tuned by audio specialists in the ASUS Golden Ear team for an even more immersive experience. Every effect and note comes out with increased power, range, and clarity. This is more than enjoyment, as any gamer knows, sound is critical to success play, giving the edge with sonic awareness and positioning.

ROG-infused design

Aesthetically, the ASUS ROG G551 exudes ROG DNA, sporting a premium matte-black brushed aluminum finish, red diamond-cut edges and an illuminated ROG logo on the lid. In keeping with the ROG theme, the ROG G551 has a seamless one-piece chiclet keyboard and specially-marked WASD keys for easy navigation and gameplay. The backlit keys glow red to make it easy for gamers to read keys in dim environments, and further adds to the ROG mystique.

ASUS G551 specification
http://www.asus.com/Notebooks_Ultrabooks/G551JM/

AVAILABILITY & PRICING

G551JM-DM052H

RRP: RM 3,499 Available this week!
(Core i7 Processor / 4 GB DDR memory / GeForce GTX860M with 2GB GDDR5)

G551JM-DM053H

RRP: RM 4,099 End October (ETA: Week 44)
(Core i7 Processor / 8 GB DDR memory / GeForce GTX860M with 4GB GDDR5)

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Samsung Malaysia Offering Free Installation And Same-Day Delivery For Selected Products

Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic impacted life as we know it last year, more people are turning to online shopping for their normal shopping fix. Now, Samsung Malaysia is aiming to make the online shopping experience a lot better and intuitive for consumers.
Get free installation and same-day delivery with Samsung Malaysia for a limited time

Samsung Malaysia is offering complimentary installation services when consumers purchase a few selected Samsung air-conditioners and TVs. This offer is limited to Wind-free and inverter air-conditioner models as well as QLED, Lifestyle, UHD 55-inch and above TV models and will be available from 1 April until 30 June this year.

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All you have to do is to apply the promo code FREEINS during checkout and the installation fees will be deducted from the product price immediately. To view the complete list of Samsung products eligible for the free installation service, do check out the official website here.

As for the same-day delivery promotion, the complimentary service will be available for Samsung flagship devices which include:

Samsung Galaxy S21
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2
Samsung Galaxy Tab S7+

The purchases of the eligible flagships must be made before 10AM on Monday to Friday. It is also important to note that the same-day delivery service will be limited to deliveries within selected areas in Klang Valley. You can check out the official website here for more information. This offer will be available from 9 to 21 April only.
Pokdepinion: Samsung Malaysia’s promo is incredibly useful because God knows how cumbersome it is to install either a TV or air-cond on your own. Besides, you get to save a few bucks and let the technicians do it FOR FREE.
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Intel Core i7 7700K may hit the 5 GHz mark

Intel’s Kaby Lake is the first part to the new three stage development process which replaces the previous “Tick-Tock” approach. The new third stage is optimization, and it seems that Intel did good here. An Intel Core i7 7700K  has been spotted running at up to 4.9 GHz.
Just 100 MHz from the [UPDATE: not so] elusive 5 GHz mark that has been eyed by overclockers around the world, this is really quite good news. And what makes it even more interesting is that this is done on a retail unit of the i7 7700K, not a engineering sample!

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It is also worth noting that the overclocker Luning Duan has managed to push his Core i7 7700K to 4.9 GHz, with all four cores and HyperThreading active, and it was stable enough to run Prime95 too. All at a stunningly low voltage of 1.264V! Temperatures are a little high though, with spikes up to 95ºC, but since the cooling system was not revealed, we can hope that he did it on air, and that those on water cooling loops might be able to go further.
Are you an overclocker and does this piece of news entice you to make the leap to a Kaby Lake CPU? Let us know in the comments section!

Pokdepinion: While enthusiasts “had” to overclock their systems back in the past for a performance boost, recent CPUs are already insanely powerful. Overclocking is more of a sport nowadays, but that has not stopped the hardcore from pursuing ever higher clocks and benchmark scores.
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ZOTAC Announce Trio Of New Geforce RTX 3060 Series Cards

The folks at ZOTAC has recently unveiled their latest ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 Series which are based on the NVIDIA Ampere architecture which includes the AMP White Edition, Twin Edge OC, and Twin Edge.
New ZOTAC GeForce RTX 3060 Series Cards
ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 Twin Edge
With them being the second generation of NVIDIA RTX, the GeForce RTX 3060 brings ray-tracing capabilities and support for NVIDIA DLSS and other technologies. Aside from that, you can enjoy features such as NVIDIA DLSS, NVIDIA Reflex, and NVIDIA Broadcast, which improves performance and enhance image quality.
ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 Twin Edge OC
Both the ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Twin Edge and Twin Edge OC features a compact length of 8.8-inch in a dual slot configuration. Their cooling solution consists of a wide aluminum fin-stack array heat sink that’s paired with three 6mm copper heat pipes radiating from a single GPU cold plate.

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Dual 90mm and 11-blade fans provide up to 10% more airflow than previous generation design, or so the company claims.
ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 AMP White Edition
Finishing up the trio is the ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 AMP White Edition, which measures at 231.9mm or 9.13-inch. IceStorm 2.0 offers cooling performance with FREEZE Fan Stop and Active Fan Control features equipped with an offset 90mm/100 11 blade fans.
It also uses an aluminum fin-stack array heatsink, and five 6mm copper heatpipes for better heat dissipation. It has a matching metal wraparound backplate and LED logo lighting to provide for a balanced aesthetic.
The ZOTAC GAMING GeForce RTX 3060 Series will be available in the 2nd half of February 2021 where the price starts from $329 (~RM1,334).
Pokdepinion: The question is, how much will they cost when they arrive here in Malaysia.. Let’s hope that it’s not that high.
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Is Apple hiding the fact that the iPhone XS has a notch? Well, at least this woman thinks so

Since the iPhone X was introduced, the notch was somewhat of an in-thing. Perhaps this particular woman missed the memo though, as she is suing Apple because she didn’t know the iPhone XS Max she preordered features a notch when she saw the device’s marketing material.

It is actually somewhat true. Looking at the above images, you really wouldn’t guess that there is a notch up there. Apple probably intentionally did that after getting ridiculed for it over the past year, but anyone who is not under a rock since 2017 would know Apple didn’t change the design coming from the iPhone X.

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The lawsuit will probably take a long time to resolve, and by that time Apple might just solve the whole notchy conundrum. Meanwhile, do remember that iPhones do have notches. Where has she been this past year? What do you guys think? Is this her fault or Apple’s?
Pokdepinion: Well, Apple’s marketing material may be a little misleading… After all the iPhone X’s prominently showed the notch. Still, to not know there is a notch…
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New Poly Studio P Series ups your personal conferencing game!

With most of the global workforce working from home, Poly has announced the new Poly Studio P Series, which is the industry’s first pro-grade personal video conferencing equipment. There’s the Poly Studio P5 Webcam, Poly Studio P5 Kit, Poly Studio P15 Personal Video Bar and Poly Studio P21 Personal Meeting Display.

The Poly Studio P5 is a personal webcam that’s capable of 1080p and 4x digital zoom. That may sound like par for the course, but Poly integrated a directional microphone and also USB connectivity for headsets for easy plug-and-play connectivity. If you are worred about your privacy, you can also make use of the built-in privacy shutter to block out the camera when you aren’t using it.

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For those who want a better experience, the Poly Studio P5 Kit offers the Studio P5 webcam along with a personal device. Choose from four combinations from the Voyager and Poly Blackwire families, as well as kits with Poly Sync.

Next up, the Poly Studio P15 is personal video bar that includes a 4K camera as well as an integrated speaker and microphone array. The camera is capable of automatic camera framing to let you move around without worrying about whether you are in the frame, while the microphone array packs NoiseBlockAI technology to remove unwanted noises from getting in the way between you and the people on the other end.

The Poly Studio P21 combines a 21″ display, webcam, speakers and microphones into a single device. Poly calls it a video conferencing display, and it even comes with adjustable dynamic ambient lighting to illuminate your face in darker conditions. Last but not least, its base is also a wireless charging pad to give your smartphone (or mouse) a quick juice up. The Poly Studio P21 connects to your PC via a single USB cable, which eliminates the need for messy cables just to hook up a webcam, display and microphone to your system.
All the members of the Poly Studio P series are certified to work seamlessly with Microsoft Teams, Zoom, GoTo by LogMeIn and StarLeaf. Poly is also providing the Poly Lens device management service. On top of providing users with tips on how to best use the devices, you can also gain insight and manage a remote workforce from the cloud. IT managers can also manage data and insight for voice, video and headsets.
On top of that, you can get the Poly+ subscription that will provide 24/7 tech support for your Poly Studio P device, and an extended 3-year warranty with overnight device replacement to minimize downtime.
Pokdepinion: I wonder if the Poly Studio P15 can beat our Logitech Brio 4K camera and Audio Technica AT2020 mic for our livestreams…
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Xiaomi 13 Ultra Expected to Release Globally, Camera Powerhouse

The highly anticipated Xiaomi 13 Ultra is rumored to finally make its global debut in 2023, boasting impressive camera capabilities. Read on for more details.
Xiaomi 13 Ultra Reported to Make Global Debut in 2023

Xiaomi, the popular Chinese smartphone manufacturer, has been making waves in the mobile phone market with their innovative and feature-packed devices. In 2021, the company released the highly acclaimed Mi 11 Ultra, which left many eagerly anticipating the release of its successor, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra. However, Xiaomi recently announced that it would not be releasing the 12S Ultra worldwide due to the chip shortage experienced in 2022.

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But, according to a recent report, Xiaomi’s next flagship device, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra, is set to be released globally this year. This exciting news comes from a reputable source, giving consumers hope that the wait for Xiaomi’s newest device will be over soon.

The Xiaomi 13 Ultra is expected to be a camera powerhouse, delivering exceptional photo and video quality, as the company continues to push the boundaries of mobile photography. Although there are no official specifications available, there are rumors that the device will feature a high-end camera system and impressive hardware.
In addition to its top-of-the-line camera features, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra is also expected to have an impressive design. While there are no official images or renders available, there are some leaks and rumors that suggest the device may have a unique and striking design, setting it apart from other flagship devices on the market.

Unfortunately, the same report reveals that OPPO’s flagship Find X6 Pro will not be released outside of China, disappointing fans of the device. Nevertheless, the imminent release of the Xiaomi 13 Ultra will undoubtedly make up for the absence of the Oppo device in global markets.
With the Xiaomi 13 Ultra set to be released worldwide, fans of the brand can finally look forward to getting their hands on the latest and greatest from the company. While we wait for official specifications and more details to be revealed, we can expect the Xiaomi 13 Ultra to be a game-changer in the smartphone market, delivering exceptional camera capabilities and impressive hardware.
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Pokdepinion: Overall, the Xiaomi 13 Ultra is shaping up to be an exciting addition to the company’s flagship smartphone lineup, and fans around the world are eagerly anticipating its release. Can’t wait to try out the top-of-the-line smartphone myself.
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OPPO Releases Brand-New OPPO A71k – Retails for only RM 599!

OPPO A71k: Bang for your buck?

OPPO has just released the OPPO A71k, their newest budget friendly smartphone. A slightly less powerful version of the recently re-released OPPO A71, the OPPO A71k comes with a downsized 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage, compared to the OPPO A71 which has 3GB of RAM and a 32GB internal storage.

In terms of the device’s specifications, it’s pretty much on the lower tier side as it is meant to be a more wallet friendly device than your average mid-range device. The OPPO A71k features a 5.2 inch HD display with a resolution of 1280×720 and as mentioned above, the device only has just 2GB RAM and 16GB internal storage. Under the hood, the OPPO A71k packs an octa-core MT6750 Mediatek processor as well as a decent non-removable Li-Po 3,000 mAh battery. The device will also run ColorOS 3.1 which is based off of Android 7.1 Nougat.

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In terms of the device’s cameras, the A71k rocks a f/2.4 5MP selfie camera paired with A.I. Beauty Technology which enables users to capture beautiful and real selfies at anytime and anywhere. As for the rear shooter, the device features a 13MP with a f/2.2 aperture. It’s worth noting that the OPPO A71k doesn’t feature a fingerprint sensor instead it will be relying on the ever popular Face Unlock feature to unlock the device. Of course the alternative is you could just unlock the device with a normal password if you wish to do so.
The OPPO A71k will retail for a very low price of RM 599 and will be available in three different colour variants which are Gold, Black and Blue. You can purchase this budget friendly device either from any OPPO Concept Stores around the country or online at OPPO’s official website.
Pokde[inion: This looks to be a really good option for those wanting a smartphone with the popular Face Unlock feature without worrying about breaking the bank. also this looks to be a good option for parents wanting to get their kids a starting phone. Heck, I’d get this for my 12-year-old sister.
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Battlefield 4 spring update, what’s new

Everybody is getting hyped talking about Battlefield Hardline, but that doesn’t mean Battlefield 4 is forgotten. Today the spring update which is about 1GB in size is available for download. Here is a quick heads up on what you will be getting with this update.

First of all the will be five new weapons which includes a new assault rifle, carbine, PDW — hey our platoon tag is [PDN] — a new side arm and a LMG. In this spring update DICE also will improve the gunplay by revamping the damage, falloff and suppression model and create “distinct roles for the weapon classes”

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Battlefield 4 is also bringing back the Gun Master game mode which is a variation of team death match mode which gained popularity in Battlefield 3: Close Quarters.
Lastly, in this update, the most important improvements are to enhance PC stability and netcode update. Not sure how it will turn out but I have never crashed out of BF4 due to instability. But I hope it optimises the FPS for better gameplay. You can read more on the update here.
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Mali-G52 and Mali-G31 announced — two new high area efficiency GPUs by ARM

ARM has just announced their latest GPUs, the Mali-G52 and Mali-G31. The GPUs in your smartphones now have to do more heavy lifting, with higher resolution screens and more graphically complex games. You might expect Smart TVs to be, well, smarter. That’s what these GPUs are here to do.

These two GPUs aren’t the highest performing GPUs — that would be the Mali-G7x series — but they bring new features and higher performance than their predecessors. The Mali-G52 brings Machine Learning (ML) and Augmented Reality (AR) capabilities to mainstream devices, while the Mali-G31 is designed to enable higher performance and efficiency in a Smart TV near you.

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The Mali-G52 offers 30% higher performance density, 15% better energy efficiency Meanwhile, the Mali-G31 promises 20% better performance density in a 20% smaller package, than their respective last-generation counterparts. If you prefer to see the raw numbers, the Mali-G52 runs at 850 MHz, delivers a pixel throughput of 6.8 Gpixs/s, and is built on the 16nm process. It can be configured in up to MP4 (quad-core) configurations. Meanwhile the Mali-G31 runs at 650 MHz, has a pixel throughput of 1.3 Gpix/s and will be manufactured in the 28nm HPM process.
Look out for devices featuring the Mali-G52 GPU from HUAWEI, as they are the pioneers of ML in smartphones, and they could really take advantage of their expertise on the software front with these newer GPU. Curiously, there is a Mali-G51 in the market, but no smartphone SoC has been seen sporting it. Hopefully the Mali-G52 will see wider adoption.
Pokdepinion: ARM Mali GPUs have always been lagging behind their Adreno counterparts, but we will see if the Mali-G52’s implementations by ARM’s partners can bring the fight to the mid-range Snapdragon SoCs.
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Motorola Blockbuster deals all through Cyber Monday! Get freebies worth up to RM827!

Motorola looks like they know how to please customers. Just a little more than a week after the 11.11 Sales during Lazada Online Revolution, they are back with more promotions. From today until 27th November, check out these Moto devices at these special prices and exclusive freebies only available during this weekend.

The Moto G5S Plus is available in both Blush Gold and Lunar Grey for RM999. It comes with gifts worth RM68 including a TPU case, tempered glass, 16GB SanDisk microSD card. The older Moto G5 Plus is only available in Blush Gold, priced a little less at RM899 and comes with freebies worth RM248. The freebies include a flip case, Bluetooth Speaker and a 5000 mAh powerbank.

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The ex-flagship Moto Z is available at RM1799 in both Rose Gold and Black, with freebies worth an amazing RM827. It comes with an Incipio Power Pack Moto Mod, flip case and a 1 Year Accidental Damage Protection. The Moto M is priced at RM799 with a choice of Gold or Grey and comes with a small gift of a 16GB SanDisk microSD card worth RM29.
The entry-level Moto E is available in Gold and Grey, priced at RM549. It comes with RM68 worth of gifts including a TPU case, tempered glass, 16GB SanDisk microSD card. This is the best chance to get yourself one of these Moto devices with great discounts and freebies, so act quick!
Pokdepinion: The promotion this time around is a little smaller than during Lazada Online Revolution, but they are still pretty good deals for what these devices offer.
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CES 2021: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 to come with 12GB GDDR6 at $329

While usually higher-end graphics cards tout more VRAM, these are confusing times. NVIDIA has just announced the GeForce RTX 3060 packing 12GB of GDDR6, which is more VRAM than even their high-end GeForce RTX 3080. Of course the GeForce RTX 3080 sports not only faster GDDR6X memory, but also a signficantly faster GPU, but yeah, if you love your VRAM, there’s now an option for you.

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 sports a 28 SM Ampere GPU, which is 10 less than the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti. This means that the GeForce RTX 3060 touts 3584 CUDA cores, 112 Tensor cores and 28 RT cores. The GPU is clocked at up to 1.67GHz according to NVIDIA, but as usual, we will see overclocked variants shoot way past that. It feeds its large 12GB GDDR6 memory via a 192-bit memory interface.

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Interestingly, the GeForce RTX 3060 will be the first NVIDIA graphics card to support Resizable BAR. This will allow the CPU to access the full 12GB VRAM on the GeForce RTX 3060, which should boost performance in games. NVIDIA claims that the GeForce RTX 3060 will be sufficient to handle Cyberpunk 2077 at 60FPS with RTX ON.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Specs

Cores
3584 CUDA
112 Tensor
28 RT

Clocks (GHz)
1.78

Performance
13 shader-TFLOPs
25 RT-TFLOPs
101 tensor-TFLOPs

Memory
12GB GDDR6

Memory bus width
192-bit

TGP rating
170W

Availability
Late-February

Price
From $329

The NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 will be available starting late-February, priced from $329 (~RM1334). As the GeForce RTX 3060 will seemingly not be available as a Founders Edition card, you will have to look towards NVIDIA’s partners like ASUS, GIGABYTE and MSI for GeForce RTX 3060 cards.
Pokdepinion: I wonder why did NVIDIA decide that this card shoul pack more memory than their other Ampere GPUs…
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Meets AMD Polaris the 4th generation of AMD GCN GPU architecture

It’s a hot topic on the internet right now, as AMD has teased details of their next-gen GPU architecture, called Polaris. It is the 4th generation of AMD GCN GPU. But what’s the big deal with the new AMD Polaris architecture? Let’s take a walk through the AMD slides about the Polaris architecture and get to know it a little better.
Beginning of the Journey

The first ATI Radeon card the ATI Radeon 7000 or known as RV100 is the first card from ATI with 180nm process node and a year later the ATI Radeon 9700 GPU or R300 was introduced with full DirectX 9.0 compliance and today we will have the latest Polaris architecture based on 16nm FinFET technologies, coming soon in mid 2016.

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Polaris Architecture
Polaris name is given by Radeon Technologies Group (RTG) as part of their new naming convention. With the new architecture the Polaris essentially is a collection of different cores / engines.

Polaris architecture is a new GPU Macro-architecture which features the 4th generation Graphics Core Next (GCN) and also an optimized implementation of FinFET. Among the key features are support for HDMI 2.0a, DisplayPort 1.3 and 4K h.265 encoding and decoding.

Polaris and FinFET

The new Polaris architectures is designed on a smaller node process to help lower power consumption and also bring better performance per watt. But to make thing smaller is not easy as the challenge is difficult like static leakage which can hurt the overall performance.

Chips based on FinFET technology provides fundamental performance and power benefit over planar designs which helps when driving power consumption down and allows higher performance per watt. This architecture has high potential for implementation into new products, such as thin & light gaming notebooks, small form factor desktops and power connector-free discrete graphic cards.

Performance per watt for Radeon GPUs
With the FinFET process node the Polaris will have a significant Perf/W improvement over the previous GCN architecture. In the slide below a test shows that the new Polaris architecture have almost doubled power efficiency over the competition. With lower power consumption figures there’s a chance for AMD’s comeback in mobile graphics. The “competition” in the slide below is a GTX 950, a rather efficient GPU based on NVIDIA’s Maxwell architecture, but yet appears to be outclassed by the Polaris engineering sample tested.

Pokdepinion: With the FinFET technologies at their disposal, AMD could produce powerful desktop graphic cards with less power connectors, while if implemented for mobile GPUs, it could introduce a whole new performance level for gaming notebooks. If we consider about its implementation in APUs, the AMD Zen could be an awesome product if it walks the right path. Think about pairing AMD Zen CPU cores with Polaris GPU cores…
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Life is Strange 2 is now free on Steam, PS4 and Xbox

Fancy a new adventure game to add to your library? Life is Strange 2 is now free on all platforms, or more specifically, the first episode. As the game is released in a episodic way, you will need to get the remaining four episodes to get the full game, but hey, at least you can now complete the first episode for free.

#LifeIsStrange2 Episode 1 is NOW FREE on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC/Steam!
Start your adventure today: https://t.co/RZSmiuJrQV pic.twitter.com/sUdXyDHjAb
— Life is Strange (@LifeIsStrange) September 17, 2020

A free demo was previously available for you to get a feel of the game on Steam, but you can now play the full first episode to get a better understanding of the story. The full bundle is still priced at RM104, although it is arguably reasonable considering that the latest episode was just released in December 2019.

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Life is Strange – Episode 1 is permanently free, so there’s no rush to get it. But then again, why don’t you just get it now? I mean… it’s not going to get any free-er…
Pokdepinion: I wonder if I should get started on this game… So many games, so little time…
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Leaked renders of iPhone 8 case confirms vertical dual-camera system; fingerprint sensor under display is possible

Some iPhone 8 case renders has reached us, and we are here to confirm that the rumors of a vertically-oriented dual-camera setup are true. There is also no other perforation on the back, so if Apple were to maximize the display area with an edge-to-edge display like the LG G6 and Samsung Galaxy S8 and yet not have the fingerprint sensor on the back of the device, the next iPhone will most probably have a fingerprint sensor under the display.

Adding a fingerprint sensor under the display is not an impossible task, but Samsung has shied away from implementing it in their recent flagship, instead opting to put it right beside the camera assembly. It would be interesting to see how Apple pulls this off. The dual-camera system comes as no surprise after the iPhone 7 Plus, but sometimes, you just have to ask, why fix something that isn’t broken? The offset vertical dual-camera design looks pretty bad and we definitely prefer the iPhone 7 Plus’ setup, having them side by side. Perhaps it’s meant to stand out from the increasing crowd of smartphones with horizontally-aligned dual lenses?

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— OnLeaks (@OnLeaks) June 23, 2017

In any case (pun not intended), take a look at these images of a dummy iPhone 8. Note the lack of a home button here. Rumors also point towards wireless charging and AR goodies made possible with the dual-camera setup, but let’s take things one step at a time, shall we?
Pokdepinion: In the words of SuperDaddy himself: “WTF vertical lenses?”
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MSI B560 Memory Try It! Overclocking Competition sees DDR4-6200 overclock!

Back in July, MSI announced the MSI B560 Memory Try It! Overclocking Competition, in which they were encouraging MSI B560 owners to try their hand at memory overclocking, a feature added to B560 motherboards, which was sorely missing from the B460 boards. The contest concluded at the end of last month, and the winners really highlighted the capabilities of MSI’s B560 offerings.
The 1st Place Champion, IvanCupa, hails from Indonesia, with a whopping DDR4-6200 overclock on the MSI B560M-A PRO, one of MSI’s most affordable motherboards. This achievement nets him the MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD Quantum Dot gaming monitor.
The second place winner, Danteroid from Egypt, is is only slightly slower, with a DDR4-6000 record. He achieved this record on the MSI MAG B560M MORTAR WiFi. As a 4 DIMM board was used to achieve this record, Danteroid gets an extra 100 points. He wins the MSI MAG CH130 X Gaming Chair. Meanwhile in third place we have BlueFiber from Indonesia winning the MSI MPG CORELIQUID K360 Liquid Cooler, hitting DDR4-5868 on the MSI B560M-A PRO.

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You can check out the full list of achievements in MSI B560 Memory Try It! Overclocking Competition as well as their CPU-Z validation reports. Essentially, what this challenge has proven is that MSI’s B560 motherboards will offer plenty of memory overclocking headroom for you to push your memory clocks to the absolute limits!
Pokdepinion: Kinda nice to see that you no longer have to shell out for a Z-series motherboard just to overclock your memory!
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Devil May Cry 5 PC System Requirements Revealed – Intel Core i7 Minimum

After more details were revealed at TGS 2018, we now have the PC system requirements for Capcom’s Devil May Cry 5, and it seems to be kinda CPU heavy.
Devil May Cry 5 PC System Requirements Revealed

Yesterday, we saw additional footage of Dante in Devil May Cry 5 as well as the Mega Buster making its way to the game for Nero. Now, we have arguably the most sought after detail for PC gamers; system requirements.

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The Steam page for Devil May Cry 5 recently surfaced and with the page, we have both the minimum requirements as well as the recommended requirements for PC gamers to run this game.
You can check out the system requirements for the game right below here:
Minimum System Requirements

OS: Windows 7 (64-BIT Required)
Processor: Intel® Core i7-4770 3.4GHz or better
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX760 or better
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 35 GB available space
Additional Notes: *Controllers recommended *Internet connection required for game activation.

Recommended System Requirements

OS: Windows 7 (64-bit Required)
Processor: Intel Core i7-4770 3.4GHz or better
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX960 or better
DirectX: Version 11
Storage: 35 GB available space
Additional Notes: *Controllers recommended *Internet connection required for game activation.

It is interesting to note that the recommended OS listed is Windows 7 and not Windows 10. Either way, we believe it will work on Windows 10 so no worries there. Generally speaking, the system requirements isn’t too bad, though it does seem to be a bit CPU-heavy.
Devil May Cry 5 will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam on 8th March 2019. In case you need to upgrade your rig, you still have some time before the game’s release.
Source: Steam
Pokdepinion: Good to know my PC is more than capable of playing the game. What about you guys? Do you need to upgrade?
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New Redmi 10 Available In Malaysia Starting From RM649

Xiaomi has just announced that their latest entry-level smartphone, the Redmi 10 is now available for purchase in Malaysia. The new Redmi device comes with the series’ first 50MP hi-res camera, 90Hz 6.5-inch FHD+ AdaptiveSync display, and many other features.

As mentioned above, the Redmi 10 features a 50MP main camera that is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. The device also comes with a variety of fashionable effects to add flair to your photos, as well as panorama selfies, which are perfect for large group images that include you and all of your pals.

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The Redmi 10 comes with a large 6.5-inch screen with FHD+ resolution with a 90Hz refresh rate. It also comes with AdaptiveSync technology that automatically adjusts the refresh rate of your screen. Under the hood, there is a 2.0GHz octa-core MediaTek Helio G88 processor powering the new Redmi phone. It also comes packed with a 5,000mAh battery that supports 18W fast charging. Interestingly, Xiaomi included a 22.5W charger in the box. Also, the new Redmi phone comes with MIUI 12.5 out of the box.
Redmi 10 price and availability

The Redmi 10 will be coming with two different storage options which include an option with 4GB RAM with 64GB internal storage as well as an option with 6GB RAM with 128GB internal storage. Both these versions will retail for RM649 and RM749 respectively. The Redmi 10 can be gotten through official Xiaomi stores on Lazada and Shopee and offline at Authorised Mi Stores and other official retailers in Malaysia. The device will also feature three different colour variants; matte Carbon Gray and Pebble White as well as a textured glossy Sea Blue.
Pokdepinion: The Redmi 10 looks like a pretty good device for kids or for those looking for a phone with solid specs and reasonable pricing.
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Streamer Breaks World Record For Playing Games For 572 Hours

Andrew “GiantWaffle” Bodine last month started a journey where he aimed to break the world record for continuous gameplay streaming and just recently, he managed to do so.
You’d most likely not be alive should you not get the rest or sleep that your body needs, thus Bodine completed a 19-hour stream every single day that brings up to a total of 572 hours of streaming period.

30 Days. Thirty 19 Hour streams in a row. 570+ Hours Streamed. 3 Million Hours Watched. 10,000+ Subs.Streamvember 2019 is COMPLETE! TIME TO SLEEP! <# pic.twitter.com/8F87hBTlfP— GiantWaffle (@GiantWaffle) December 1, 2019

In the record breaking attempt, he played several games such as Red Dead Redemption 2, Death Stranding, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Escape From Tarkov, Rocket League, Factoria, as well as Rainbow Six Siege.

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Of course, before he even attempted to make the record, he had to do some training beforehand.
He has said what he did wasn’t healthy where he says “It’s very obvious and I’m well aware of it. But when put into perspective, a lot of people trying to break records push themselves to the limit in ways that are not seen as healthy. It’s not easy. It was never meant to be easy”.
Bodine did say however that it was worth the hardship as his viewership rose through the month. He states “Currently I’m averaging 4 to 10 times my normal statistics such as viewer hours, unique visitors, subscribers”.
After he managed to break the record, he published on his Twitter account “I love sleep”.
Pokdepinion: As a person who loves his sleep, I couldn’t agree more with his last Tweet.
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Nintendo Sued Over Alleged “Unlawful” eShop Practices
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Despite the good amount of sales for the Nintendo Switch this holiday season thanks to the recently released Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, not everything in the company is merry. It appears that Nintendo has found themselves with a lawsuit with regards to claims of alleged “unlawful” eShop practices.
The lawsuit was filed by Germany, or more accurately the German government, for “unlawful” consumer practices as the Nintendo eShop does not allow for pre-order cancellations whatsoever.
The issue first arose when Norway tested the eShop for consumer unfriendly practices, and accused Nintendo of doing so by not allowing pre-order cancellation. Nintendo responded back saying that they aren’t breaking any laws, because pre-loading the game after pre-ordering fulfills the “performance has begun” wording of the sales contract.

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This time, Germany via the German Consumer Authorities has looked at more recent information, and sided with Norway against Nintendo, especially as Nintendo hasn’t made any revisions.
The whole court process is likely to take an entire year, and is set to begin in the next 3 or 4 weeks. If this issue continues to escalate, the case may be brought to the EU courts instead.
Source: Siliconera
Pokdepinion: Oh boy, just when I thought it would be a great time for them. Then again, this kind of issue is expected. Guess we’ll have to see what happens next.
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Half-Life Games Are Free to Play As Preparation for Half-Life Alyx

If you’re bored and looking for games to play, then I have some good news for you. To celebrate the upcoming Half-Life Alyx game, Valve is making all of the existing Half-Life games free to play on Steam
To be precise, the full list of Half-Life games that will be made free to play is:

Half-Life
Half-Life: Opposing Force
Half-Life Blue Shift
Half-Life 2
Half-Life 2: Episode I

This may seem like a simple promotional move for Valve but it’s more than just that. As you may know, Half-Life Alyx is a prequel which connects Half-Life and Half-Life 2, so it’s not a direct sequel. Given how old the series is, it would give gamers a good refresher course, as well as attract newcomers to know what makes the the series so great, before the new game is out.

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Half-Life Alyx will be coming exclusively to PC sometime in March 2020.
Source: Tweaktown
Pokdepinion: If you haven’t played yet, you should. Just lower your expectations on the graphics side of things.
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Plantronic Introduces New Range Of Audio Peripherals – A Variety For Everyone!

Plantronic has announce today of their wide variety of audio peripherals for users out there to bring music to their lifestyle with the introduction of BackBeat 505, BackBeat Fit 505, and BackBeat Fit 305.
Plantronic New Audio Peripherals
BackBeat 505
With the BackBeat 505 wireless headphones, users can enjoy up to 18 hours of rich sound on a single charge. It features a lightweight-cushion design that offer comfort. With its DeepSleep mode, power can be conserved. If you ever find in a situation where there’s no place to recharge, it also comes with a 3.5mm backup jack.
With its 40mm drivers, it can deliver audio balance with deep, rich sound. It also comes with memory foam cupping, which not only isolate sound but rotate to lay flat for easier storage.

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The Plantronic BackBeat 505 is available for purchase and retails at RM499.
BackBeat Fit 505
Up next is the BackBeat Fit 505, an addition to their BackBeat FIT 500 Series wireless sport headphones. Enjoy your music while you are outdoors jogging with its sweat-resistant nano-coating by P2i and a lightweight design for comfortability all day. It also comes with en easy-access-on-ear controls, which you don’t need to choose between your calls and music again.
It also features 40mm drivers and is available to purchase at a price of RM399.
BackBeat Fit 305
If headphones aren’t your kind of thing, then Plantronic offers the BackBeat Fit 305. Enjoy big sound in a small package with ultra-light and portable BackBeat Fit 300 series of wireless sport earbuds. It is IPX5-rated waterproof. Its sweatproof design protects the earbuds and its fit eartips make it comfortable for your workouts.
Lets say that you wanted to go for a night jog, the BackBeat Fit 305 has a feature which helps improve your visibility in the dark. With its reflective sport weave cable, it provides visibility at night while a secure 2-in-1 clip keeps it in place. Battery wise, it can last up to 6 hours of wireless non-stop music on a single charge.
The BackBeat Fit 305 has a price tag of RM449.
Pokdepinion: Yet to test it, but Plantronic has been known for creating quality audio peripherals. Would love to have the BackBeat Fit 305 earphones though.

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