NVIDIA pre-books TSMC’s 5nm EUV node capacity for Hopper GPUs 2021

NVIDIA in a bid to outdo AMD, has reportedly pre-booked TSMC’s 5nm EUV node for their upcoming Hopper GPUs. AMD’s dominance with the 7nm node has allegedly taken NVIDIA by surprise, and thus the Green camp has purportedly decided to hog TSMC’s 5nm production capacity in 2021, just to stem the growth of AMD.
This move is apparently after NVIDIA tried to pressure TSMC into lowering prices by opting to work with Samsung instead, but TSMC stood their ground as they do offer the superior 7nm process node. In the end, when NVIDIA had to jump back to TSMC, they were unable to secure enough 7nm capacity as TSMC already has its hands full making 7nm chips for Apple, AMD, HUAWEI and Qualcomm. To remain competitive, NVIDIA might also leapfrog AMD to adopt TSMC’s latest 7nm EUV node before the red camp.
Samsung looks set to be the biggest loser in this deal though, as while Samsung was able to offer 7nm EUV first, the only popular product that’s based on Samsung’s 7nm EUV process so far is their own Exynos mobile chipsets, which aren’t exactly known for their efficiency either. NVIDIA is expected to give small orders to Samsung, probably to fill up its lower-end product stack while utilizing TSMC’s superior 7nm EUV node for its premium products.

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The Koreans reportedly offer lower prices to compete with TSMC, despite a slightly inferior product, and fabless chipmakers are expected to use that to their advantage. With that said, hopefully Samsung may be able to change the tide with its upcoming 5nm EUV process, as no one wins with a monopoly.
Pokdepinion: I guess we won’t have to worry about supply issues of the NVIDIA Hopper GPUs then?
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What exactly is the new ASUS Expert Series?

ASUS’ makes an extensive lineup of computing products, from the ones for mainstream users and gamers, all the way up to professional business applications. The latter is what the ASUS Expert Series caters to with the purpose-built ExpertBook laptops and ExpertCenter desktop PCs. The Expert Series is the continuation of ASUS’ esteemed ASUSPro lineup of commercial systems. What makes them especially suited for business users though?
Built to endure everything you can’t

For the ASUS Expert Series, ASUS designed them to exceed industry standards. All of ASUS’ Business PCs are tested and certified according to the MIL-STD 810G military standard to ensure reliability in all conditions. Among these tests include extreme temperatures and humidity, as well as physical stresses like shock, vibration, drops and twists that business users might subject their systems to during their use.

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In addition to protection from the elements, all ASUS Expert Series products tout total security with hardware and software security layers to ensure that your data remains yours and only yours. With the laptops built to be more durable than the users, you can fully rely on it.
Backed by ASUS’ international support ecosystem
Speaking of which, businesses today require their hardware to be able to perform at peak performance at all times. With this huge reliance on our computing devices for almost everything, a faulty PC can cause business to grind to a halt. To minimize downtime, ASUS offers the ASUS Business Service Package exclusively for the ASUS Expert Series, offering various perks including next-business day onsite service to ensure that you don’t even have to leave your business premises to get the systems repaired. The ASUS ExpertBook laptops are also covered by a global 3-year warranty which is applicable in 83 countries with 100% free labor and spare parts, ensuring peace of mind during your business trips.

Easily scalable for your needs

As your business grows, you will want an ecosystem that can scale along with your needs. When it comes to managing multiple systems, it can get pretty frustrating to handle and monitor each system in your deployment. ASUS Expert Series are all integrated with ASUS Control Center to offer a centralized IT management suite for the monitoring and management of servers, workstations, laptops and desktops, all from one software. This allows for the deployment of security patches and other updates as well as identifying issues with any of the systems, all from one interface. And you can bring it anywhere with it featuring a HTML5 web-based console for you to login to the ASUS Control Center on any smart device anytime, anywhere.
The ASUS Expert Series comprises of desktop and laptops too
The ASUS Expert Series is available as desktops for the desk jockeys and as well as laptops those who are always on the go. As mentioned earlier, there’s always an ASUS Expert Series machine to fit your needs.

The ASUS ExpertCenter D6414SFF is a small form factor desktop that takes up little space on your desk. Despite it’s unassuming size, it packs the latest 9th Gen Intel Core processors for all the performance you need, along with support for up to 64GB of DDR4 memory to make multi-tasking on the ASUS ExpertCenter D6414SFF a breeze. And when it comes the time to upgrade the system, the tool-less chassis design will make it as effortless as it can possibly be.

While it is a very compact system, the ASUS ExpertCenter D6414SFF still offers a full array of ports to accommodate a diverse range of business peripherals. The ASUS ExpertCenter D6 series offers seven front-mounted USB ports including a USB-C port and high-speed USB 3.1 Gen2 Type-A ports for convenient access.

Meanwhile for those who need something more portable, the ASUS ExpertBook P5440FA is an exemplary business laptop. It comes in options offering up to a Core i7-8565U, 8GB RAM and 512GB SSD, allowing it to tackle virtually any workload you can throw at it. But the highlight of course is its portability as it weighs a mere 1.23 kg, despite packing a large 50 WHr battery that delivers up to 10 hours of battery life. It is also the world’s lightest 14″ business laptop to still offer a 2.5″ drive bay, which opens up the option for you to upgrade the ExpertBook P5440FA with an inexpensive 2.5″ SATA drive for even more storage.

The ASUS ExpertBook P5440FA also touts a 180° lay-flat hinge, letting you easily share your screen in group discussions and collaborations. The robust and reliable hinge mechanism give you the ultimate viewing flexibility, while also reducing stress in the hinge area.
ASUS Malaysia has begun to offer the new ASUS Expert Series here in Malaysia, starting with the aforementioned ASUS ExpertBook P5440FA and ASUS ExpertCenter D6414SFF, and you can check them out via the links below:

ASUS ExpertBook P5440FA
ASUS ExpertPC D6414SFF

For more information on the Expert Series commercial solutions, visit https://www.asus.com/my/.

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WhatsApp Accidentally Confirms New Feature with Forwarded Messages

WhatsApp appears to be working on new, unrevealed features at the moment, and they have accidentally revealed one via their own FAQ page. While it cannot be accessed directly anymore, Google’s cache of the main link reveals some interesting details about it pertaining forwarded messages.
According to WABetaInfo, the feature is on “how to do an internet search on forward WhatsApp messages”. How it works is that when you receive a forwarded text message, you will see a search icon right next to it with a double arrow icon.

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Once you’ve prompted a search on the web, the message will be uploaded directly to Google, which will result in various pages that would verify / debunk the forwarded message that you have received.
New WhatsApp Forwarded Message to be Made Available on Android First
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At the moment, the feature is still being tested but this is more likely to come out sooner than other features in development right now. It’s also expected to be made available on Android first, with an iOS version coming soon after.
Apart from that, WhatsApp appears to be working on an Advanced Search feature that can look for specific type of media in the chat, Protect Backup which allows you to have a password on your backup for added security, and tweaks to the auto-download feature. For now, we will just have to wait and see what the app has for us next.
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Pokdepinion: Hopefully, this will stop people, especially relatives (you know you have at least one like this), from spreading fake and unnecessary information that would only do more harm than good.
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Microsoft To Build ‘Netflix for games’ With Project xCloud

At Microsoft’s invitational editor’s meeting recently, CEO Satya Nadella has revealed upcoming plan to push into video game streaming that’s called Project xCloud.

With it, they plan on offering users/gamers to play high-quality games on any device.
The company has referred it by the nickname “Netflix for games”. You won’t need your device to power up the game, where a more powerful computer will remotely power it.

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All you need to do to play is simply stream it to your device (phone, console, laptop, PC, etc).
Nadella even thinks that the company is in a good position to tackle latency issues that comes with streaming over the internet when compared to the competition.
Project xCloud is not the first to come up with the idea, where some have been announced or are already operating such as Sony’s Playstation Now and Google’s very own Project Stream.
As of now, Project xCloud is still in development where the company plans to run public tests of the service this year.
Pokdepinion: All I can say is, we won’t get the best out of the service, especially for those who’s running on low-end internet access.
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New Character Joins The Injustice 2 Roster; The God of Thunder

The God of Thunder himself appears as a DLC character in Injustice 2, ready to rain on the parades of puny mortal beings in the popular fighting game.
New Character Joins The Injustice 2 Roster

It would seem that NetherRealm Studios really love crossovers, and especially those among its own fighting universes. We’ve seen Scorpion before and now we’re seeing another one. During the Pro Series Grand Finals hosted in Hollywood, the developer and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment announced that another popular character from Mortal Kombat is coming to Injustice 2.
That beloved character is none other than the God of Thunder himself, Raiden, and he will be added as DLC part as Fighter Pack 2 this October. Raiden isn’t the first Mortal Kombat character to appear in Injustice 2, as Sub-Zero has been playable for a while, released within the first fighter pack.

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The God of Thunder definitely appears to not have lost his spark (pun intended and I am not sorry for that), and he definitely does not appear out of place among DC Comics’ superheroes, especially thanks to an appropriate hero suit that makes him look like he always belonged there.

You can check it with the trailer I’ve included above. Injustice 2 is currently available for the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, while a mobile version is also playable on iOS and Android. Of course, don’t expect the mobile version to play as good as its console counterpart but it’s a pretty decent game to pass the time.
Would you like to see us review Injustice 2 on Pokde.net? Let us know in the comments below. We want to create more content that our readers will love and appreciate.

Pokdepinion: Well, the Injustice 2 tournament over at Hollywood was pretty exhilarating, with SonicFox proving why he’s a top player with Red Hood and Captain Cold. He did pull off an epic comeback with Erron Black against Tekken Master during the Mortal Kombat tournament at EVO 2016. Having a major announcement that Raiden is joining the character roster shows that these tournaments aren’t just something for eSports-goers as there can be major surprises for the gamer crowd as a whole.
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ASUS ROG Partners with SK telecom T1 World Champs

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) today announced an exclusive partnership with reigning League of Legends (LoL) world champion team, the SK telecom T1 — creating a new force in the global gaming arena.
ROG recognises the growing interest in eSports as both pastime and profession, and is a passionate supporter of the burgeoning field. SK telecom T1 is acknowledged as the world’s best LoL team, scoring three world-championship victories since 2013. The all-conquering team will represent ROG in global gaming tournaments across a number of categories, including gaming laptops, gaming desktops, gaming monitors, gaming motherboards and gaming routers.
We’re very excited to have ROG join forces with SK telecom T1, the most dominating team the eSports arena has ever seen. We’ll equip our awesome gaming champions the latest ROG products so that they will enjoy the highest levels of performance, quality and stability — the perfect choice for eSports gaming. These cutting-edge ROG products, together with the talented members of the SK telecom T1, are a winning combination! Derek Yu, Global Marketing Director for ROG
SK telecom T1
Originally founded as a StarCraft team in 2004, SK telecom T1 is renowned for being the best LoL team in the world. Since 2016, SK telecom T1 has placed first in multiple global competitions, including the Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) Season 10 World Championship, the LoL Champions Korea (LCK) 2016 Spring Playoffs, the 2016 Mid-Season Invitational, and the 2016 World Championship. In 2017, SK telecom T1 won LCK Spring Split.

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We are very happy to have sponsorship from ROG, which has the world best PC hardware technology as well as brand recognition. ROG provides our players with exceptional equipment, finding great synergies with our team’s world-class gaming skills. We are collaborative in many events around the world, and in all gaming arenas — and we will reward the support of our fans by delivering great performance and wonderful gaming experiences. Chongho Song, General Manager of SK Telecom T1
The team consists of famous players including Faker (Lee Sang-hyeok), Blank (Kang Sun-gu), Huni (Heo Seung-hoon), Sky (Kim Ha-neul), Wolf (Lee Jae-wan), Bang (Bae Jun-sik), Profit (Kim Joon-hyung), Peanut (Han Wang-ho) (from top left to bottom right in image below).

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[E3 2019] Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Officially Announced

The Dragon Ball Project Z that Bandai Namco has been working on has been formally revealed during the Microsoft E3 2019 press conference. Moving forward, it will be an RPG officially known as Dragon Ball Z Kakarot.
A new trailer was shown as well, revealing new gameplay. We saw parts of all of Dragon Ball Z‘s story from Vegeta’s arrival to Goku Vs Frieza. A release window was announced as well. The game will be coming in early 2020 for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
While it’s going to be tough to have another successful game in the series after FighterZ but given that this is an RPG, you can’t exactly compare the two. Hopefully, it will be something worth looking into and not just a quick cash grab.

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We might be able to hear more about the game as E3 2019 progresses so be sure to stay tuned to Pokde.net for further updates. You can check out the trailer at the top of this post.
Once again, Dragon Ball Z Kakarot will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC sometime in Early 2020.
Pokdepinion: I definitely wasn’t expecting this game at all. Let’s hope it’s one that’s worth playing.
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HUAWEI phones will no longer have access to Google Play Store and other Google services

Google has apparently been forced to stop all business dealings with HUAWEI, as part of the US trade war with China. It will affect all upcoming HUAWEI smartphones as HUAWEI will no longer be able to make use of Android and Google’s services. Current HUAWEI devices like the HUAWEI P30 and P30 Pro, Mate 20 series still maintain their access to the Play Store, but will no longer receive any updates from Google, including the monthly security patches that Google releases.

HUAWEI can make use of the AOSP project if they still want to continue releasing Android phones, but they won’t come with the Google Play Store or any of Google’s additional services like Gmail and what not. HUAWEI has been aggressively expanding their own AppGallery recently, probably in preparation for this move. HUAWEI has also reportedly been working on their own OS, which has yet to make an appearance in any of their devices. Hopefully, it won’t be nearly as bad as Samsung’s Bada, which had no traction at all.

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HUAWEI also commands the highest market share in their own market.
The Chinese smartphone brand has enjoyed a meteoric growth in recent times, with it being the second most popular brand worldwide, so hopefully their transition to their own OS will be smoother than the Korean’s. However given the loss of Android’s extensive features, it might be quite hard to convince users to shift over to an entirely new OS platform.
HUAWEI announced the devices which will be receiving the Android Q update last week, which is probably moot by now. I wonder how HUAWEI, and China, by extension, will fight this.
Pokdepinion: I wonder if China will just cut their trade ties with US. What will happen then?

[UPDATE]: HUAWEI will still continue supporting all existing HUAWEI and HONOR smartphones!
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It’s Now Easier to Share Your Nintendo Switch Friend Codes with Nin.Codes

In this day and age, we have a lot of alphabets and digits to remember like our credit card details, ATM pin, game IDs, and more. Sometimes, these things aren’t exactly easy to remember. That is the case with the Nintendo Switch friend codes but luckily, a fan-made solution has been created that will shorten in to a simple hyperlink, and it’s called Nin.Codes.
Started by software engineer Jimmy Roland, Nin.Codes make playing games with your friends easier. To use it, all you have to do is simply go to the Nin.Codes website, type in your Nintendo Switch friend code, and create your desired short link. After completing this process, you can just share this link to your friends, and it’s a lot easier than memorizing your actual code.

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It isn’t the only fan-made website that aims to simplify the process as Switcher does something similar and allows players to easily find other people to play with. Switcher matches players with one another based on their respective game libraries and includes options to find others for local co-op as well as online play. In addition to showing Nintendo Switch friend codes, Switcher gives players the opportunity to share their Discord handles as well for easy communication.
One would expect Nintendo to make it easier for such a thing to happen, with online gaming being a huge part of the community now but if they’re not gonna do it, I suppose the fans will take the matter into their own hands. Hopefully, this would be something that would be able to continue running at least until Nintendo figures out an official solution for it.
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Pokdepinion: I hope this doesn’t end up being something that Nintendo will be attempting to take down because this is definitely very helpful.
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Samsung W22 5G Released — Premium Version Of Galaxy Z Fold3

It seems that over in China, Samsung has released the new Samsung W22 5G, which is a high end version of the Galaxy Z Fold3 that was launched previously.
Samsung W22 5G

The company has teamed up with China Telecom in making the device where it represents itself as a premium version of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 with it packing a massive 16GB RAM plus 256GB storage at CNY 16,999 (~RM10,980).

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It appears that in promoting the device, the company has boasted about the “craftsmanship and elegant design” of the device. Here’s what they have to say:
‘Heart of the world’ demonstrates the spiritual realm and tolerance of helping the world. The dynamic light and shadow of the close-up are used to create a majestic and high-level texture, and the changing. “Heart of the World” logo has three dimensional and brilliant visual effects under different angles,

On paper, it is the same as the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G where it also comes with S Pen support. Since this device is limited to China only, it does not come with Google Mobile Services (GMS), so even if you could import it, it might not be one that you’ll be looking for.
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Pokdepinion: I won’t lie, it definitely looks premium. But for just extra storage and RAM without GMS, I’m good. I wonder if it’d do well if they release it outside of China however..
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iOS 16 Automatic Verification Will Make Security Much More Convenient

iOS 16 Automatic Verification

Apple is going to add a very helpful feature in iOS 16 that will let you verify yourself with ease, especially with CAPTCHAs. It’s called Automatic Verification, and it’s expected to help you skip it entirely.
From what we know thus far, Apple is working with Cloudflare and Fastly, two major content delivery networks, to make this possible. In fact, this feature will not be limited to just iOS 16 as it’s also being implemented for macOS Ventura.

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How it works is that if you go to any website powered by either Cloudflare or Fastly, they will be getting an automatic verification token from iCloud, thus removing the need for the CAPTCHA prompt, puzzle sliders, or any human / bot verification process.
At the moment, the Automatic Verification feature is already available in the iOS 16 beta. It should also be included in the final release unless some major issue pops up during the testing phase. Google is also working on a similar token-based system, so we might see an Android-equivalent feature coming soon as well.
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Pokdepinion: It’s not such a major pain that I can’t deal with it, but if I can skip it, I would welcome it. Who wouldn’t want an added bit of convenience?
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Nintendo Switch Owners Need To Pay For Online Service Soon

Ever since the Nintendo Switch came out, users of the console didn’t need to pay to gain access for online multiplayer gameplay. Well that’s about to change soon.
Nintendo Switch Online Subscription
Despite the fact that the company revealed at launch that users would need to pay to gain online multiplayer access on the Switch, the company let users have a test go on it as a free online gameplay trial since last year.
To help with the transition to the new paid subscription, users will get a seven day trial of the paid service after September 18th. Despite the fact that they will implement the paid subscription soon, there are still some free-to-play games, which is playable online without the subscription.

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The Nintendo Switch online subscription costs 4$ (roughly RM16.57) per month and 20$ (around RM82.87) for 1-year subscription. Subscribers will gain access to additional features which includes a library of 20 downloadable emulated NES titles that comes with additional Switch-enabled online features. They will also get access to cloud-based save file backups for most Switch games.
They will also be able (through the online subscription) to use a smartphone app that allows them to use voice chat in games such as Splatoon 2.
Pokdepinion: Well at least the price isn’t that bad if you think about it. It’s kind of like the PS+ subscription. Let’s just hope that the Switch will come out with loads of games (preferably a lot of free ones) too!
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2000 “Counterfeit Apple AirPods” seized by US customs are just OnePlus Buds

I guess the TWS scene is just so inundated with Apple AirPods clones that we are becoming numb to it. But this might just be the biggest callout though, with the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seizing 2000 counterfeit Apple AirPods from Hong Kong at JFK Airport, even though they seem to be a batch of original OnePlus Buds.

THAT'S NOT AN 🍎 —
CBP officers at JFK Airport recently seized 2,000 counterfeit Apple AirPods from Hong Kong, valued at $398K had they been genuine.
Details via @CBPNewYorkCity: https://t.co/XMgjkfT56i pic.twitter.com/Ofn9REJ9ZB
— CBP (@CBP) September 14, 2020

For some reason, the CBP seems pretty proud about their catch, even writing a press release to praise CBP officers for their vigilance and commitment that contributed to this success. It’s not clear why the CBP decided to intercept the OnePlus Buds, as the packaging is quite distinctly different from original AirPods.
I guess they aren’t unique enough to the US CBP?
While we can attest to the fact that one can easily be confused between the OnePlus Buds and the real AirPods if they are seen without their packaging, it might just be a hint that the US CBP is getting sick and tired of AirPods copies making their way into the US. I wonder if this fiasco will spur some much-needed creativity in the industry. Apple may have gotten the ergonomics down with the AirPods, unlike the Samsung Galaxy Buds Live, but at least Samsung tried to be unique.

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Hey, give those back! 🙃
— OnePlus USA (@OnePlus_USA) September 14, 2020

OnePlus seems pretty light-spirited about this issue, and playfully responds to the CBP’s tweet to return those earphones to them. Well, hopefully they will invest a bit more to design their next pair of earphones in the future so they won’t face such embarrassment again.
Pokdepinion: Well I guess the CBP official in charge can’t see the stark differences in the packaging?
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Google Chrome Soon To Allow You To Hide Those Website Notification Requests

Have you ever browsed a website and suddenly there’s a popup that asks whether you’d like to get notifications from the website? Of course you have. Well it seems that Google intends to give you the option to deny or ignore them.

The feature will come through the Chrome 80 update, where it simply shows the notifications have been blocked.
Despite hiding the popup, you can still be able to enable them, should it be your first time on the website itself.

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You will be able to find the setting at the new “quieter messaging” section in settings.
As of now, the feature is only available on Beta, Dev, and Canary channels of the web browser.
Pokdepinion: Just be sure not to block our website, how else would you be able to gather information such as this? :P
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Celcom and Digi may merge Asian operations

Celcom and Digi may be looking to merge their operations here in Asia. Axiata Group Bhd and Telenor Group are currently in negotiations regarding the matter, with the merger expected to involve over 300 million subscribers across the multiple countries that the telcos are active in.
If the merger pulls through, Celcom is expected to be a shareholder of the merged entity, which will definitely be the largest telco in Malaysia. The two companies have already suspended trading on Bursa Malaysia following the report to merge their Asian operations. An update is expect at 4pm later today, according to Lowyat.NET.
Pokdepinion: Well with the excellent coverage that Celcom offers and the nice plans that Digi has, hopefully the resultant merged entity will have the best of both worlds!

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Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Unlikely to Appear At Galaxy Unpacked August 2021

This is the Galaxy S20 FE, not the S21 FE.

New reports have surfaced online which suggests that the highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S21 FE will not be making an appearance at the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked in August 2021.
No Samsung Galaxy S21 FE At Galaxy Unpacked
Render of the Galaxy S21 FE by LetsGoDigital.
As many of you may know by now, we are expected to see the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 foldable smartphones at the next Galaxy Unpacked in August 2021. However, some are expecting to also see the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE. Unfortunately, we some bad news for those of you looking forward to the value-oriented flagship device.
According to LetsGoDigital, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE will not be making its way to the next Galaxy Unpacked based on details they found on an official documentation from Samsung. This coincides with earlier reports of the smartphone not being revealed until October 2021 or later.

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For those of you who aren’t aware, the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE is expected to sport a 6.4-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate support, Snapdragon 888 SoC, and run Android 11 out of the box. Interestingly, there may be an Exynos 2100 variant to help with the ongoing chip supply constraints.
From what we know, it will be offered in at least the four follow color options; gray, white, violet, and green. We will report more on this device as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Like the previous FE, this one is bound to be popular hit among the masses, provided they still retain its affordability. After all, you get a proper flagship device from them at a much lower price.
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Razer Kaira Pro & Kaira Wireless Headset Introduced For PS5

Looking for a gaming headset for your PS5? Well Razer has launched the new Razer Kaira and Razer Kaira Pro wireless headsets.
Razer Kaira & Kaira Pro launched
Razer Kaira Pro
The new Kaira headsets comes with black and white motifs with signature blue accents, matching the PS5 console and DualSense Wireless Controller.
With the Razer Kaira Pro, it is the company’s first wireless headset for PS5 that is powered by Razer HyperSense that delivers sensory feedback based on audio cues. It is also fitted with Razer TriForce Titanium 50mm Drivers for better clarity, while being light for longer usage.

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Coming with its detachable Razer HyperClear Supercardioid Mic, the headset also comes with a built-in microphone for mobile usage. This means you have the option for multiple connection such as mobile devices through Bluetooth, PS5, PS4, PC, and other devices that have USB-C or USB-A port through an included 2.4GHz USB-C Razer HyperSpeed Dongle.
Razer Kaira
On the other hand is the Razer Kaira Dual Wireless Headset. It comes with Razer SmartSwitch, which allows for you to swap between 2.4GHz and bluetooth devices.
It also offers the Razer TriForce 50mm Drivers and Razer HyperClear Cardioid Mic. If you are interested in purchasing the Razer Kaira, it is priced at RM489. As for the Pro version, it will cost you RM979.
Razer Quick Charging Stand
In addition to the headsets, they’ve also introduced the new Razer Quick Charging Stand, designed in a range of matching colours to the PS5. The company has said that they are able to charge controllers in under 3 hours.
As you can see, they are available in White, Black, and Red colour variants. The price? Well it is available for the price tag of RM209.
For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: That’s nearly RM1000 for the Kaira Pro.. I should probably have a go at it before I comment anything. Let’s just hope that it’s justified (for the price).
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Sony Raises the Malaysian PlayStation 5 Price to RM2,499

Sony has recently announced that due to the global economic situation throughout the world, they are experiencing rising worldwide inflation rates as well as negative currency trends, which are affecting consumers and putting pressure on numerous businesses.
Given the current economic climate, SIE has made the tough choice to raise the recommended retail price (RRP) of PlayStation 5 in certain territories spanning Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA), Asia-Pacific (APAC), Latin America (LATAM), and Canada. However, in the United States, there will be no price increases.

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Unless otherwise specified, the revised RRPs listed below are effective immediately:

Singapore

PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – SGD799
PS5 Digital Edition – SGD669

Malaysia

PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – MYR2,499
PS5 Digital Edition – MYR2,069

Indonesia

PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – IDR9,699,000
PS5 Digital Edition – IDR8,199,000

Thailand

PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – THB18,690
PS5 Digital Edition – THB15,690

Philippines

PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – PHP30,790

Vietnam

PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-ray disc drive – VND15,990,000

Sony continued as this price increase is necessary given the present global economic environment and its influence on SIE’s business, their top focus remains boosting PS5 supply so that as many gamers as possible can enjoy everything that PS5 has to offer and what is still to come.
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Pokdepinion: What do you think about the price increase? It should be understandable considering everything is increasing in price after the pandemic.
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Ducky One TKL RGB mechanical keyboard review

I have previously reviewed the full-length Ducky One which stood out from the crowd with its translucent green frame as well as rather compact bezels. This time, we have the Ducky One TKL RGB with us, which further improves on the bling factor with its RGB lighting, and will be taking up even less space on my desk thanks to its TKL format. Let’s take a closer look at the Ducky One TKL RGB keyboard.

Unboxing

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This box features a colorful little circles and the ONE label is also done in color, so you can easily differentiate it from the standard non-RGB version of the Ducky One TKL.

On what I would call the rear edge of the packaging, the switch type and case color is printed there. As you can see ,we have the Cherry MX RGB Red variant here with us today.

On the bottom side of the box there are basic details like the dimensions, weight and also a surprising warning NOT to pour water and beverages into the keyboard. Maybe I can take it for a swim instead then?

Inside the box, the keyboard is protected by a hard piece of plastic that can be reused to protect the keyboard when it is not used for long periods, the very-necessary user guide and warranty documentation, as well as a keycap puller.

Overall the packaging is pretty simple, in line with their minimalistic approach most apparent with their One line-up of keyboards.

Appearance

The Ducky One TKL RGB is a standard TKL keyboard, which means it does away with the numpad region. It features slim bezels for a smaller footprint on your desk. Matte finishing for the keys and the frame ensures that  you won’t get smudgy fingerprints all over this keyboard, with the keycaps featuring a slightly coarser texture than the frame. Standard sized keys are used here, so you have the option of using third-party replacement keycaps.

Flipping the keyboard over we see the two-staged flippy feet and the DIP switch which we will discuss more about in just a bit. I like that Ducky has incorporated cable routing channels for some simple cable management on your desk. Oh, and unlike the Ducky One we have reviewed previously, the label here is also a metal plate, just like the one on the pricier Ducky Shine 5.

The microUSB port is present here. I do prefer microUSB for easier replacement in case of damaged cables or just for customization’s sake. This also means you can get easily get shorter or longer cables for the Ducky One TKL RGB, depending on your needs.

The cable provided with the Ducky One TKL RGB features gold plated connectors, but sadly isn’t sleeved. It does feel quite durable though and it is a rather thick cable. If you really need sleeved cables to go with your keyboard, you can get the iCable i10 Power Series microUSB cable which works perfectly with this keyboard.

The Ducky One TKL RGB is thinner than other keyboard becasue the keys aren’t as deeply set into the body of the keyboard, giving it a slightly slimmer profile.
Overall, the Ducky One TKL RGB is a rather compact TKL keyboard with no frills, design wise.

Specifications

Body material
ABS

Keycap
ABS doubleshot, backlit

USB report rate
1000 Hz

Switch type
Cherry MX RGB Red

Microprocessor
32 bit ARM Cortex-M3

Cable
1.5m, detachable, microUSB connector, gold-plated

Weight
1100 g

Included accessories
Keycap puller
User manual

User Experience
Ducky prides themselves in making keyboards that are really just plug-and-play. Plug in the cable, route it however you prefer, and it works. There are no drivers to install. The downside to that is that you will have to refer to the user guide every time you want to change a setting, or simply commit them to memory. We will talk about that later.

The feet flip out in two stages, offering a total of three levels of tilt for you to adjust till your heart’s — or fingertips’ — content. The grippy feet keeps the keyboard firmly planted on your desk, irregardless of which level of tilt you picked.

Now let’s start talking about the customization available on the Ducky One TKL RGB. The DIP switches on the underside of the keyboard allows you to change the location of the Fn key, or disable it altogether. The fourth switch toggles NKRO and 6KRO, in case you want to use the Ducky One TKL RGB with OSes that do not support NKRO. There are also a lot of macro options that can be accessed via a combination of hotkeys, which may not be all that useful considering you have to sacrifice a key’s normal functionality for it to act as a macro key.

There are no dedicated multimedia keys here on the Ducky One TKL, but you can program your least used keys to function as multimedia keys. Also, as I have often mentioned in all the Ducky products I have reviewed, I really wish Ducky would consider making a simple driver software to manage its customization options, especially when we are talking about RGB keyboards like the Ducky One TKL RGB.

As an RGB keyboard, the Ducky One TKL RGB features 10 different presets to show off its RGB lighting. There can even be three custom lighting zones to create the grandest combination of colors you can imagine. Choosing a color involves tapping Caps Lock + F5, F6 or F7 to adjust the balance of Red, Green or Blue, respectively. There are 8 levels per color, including off. This is quite a bit more difficult than just clicking on a color or typing in the RGB values, a feature available on other RGB mechanical keyboards with a functional driver software. Actually I find the brightness of the Ducky One TKL RGB to be a little dimmer than the Ducky Shine 5 or the other RGB keyboards I have reviewed, but some may find it too bright as it is. The Ducky One TKL RGB LED’s brightness cannot be adjusted, so you will be stuck with the brightness forever.

The Ducky One TKL RGB is pretty solidly built, with an ABS body and metal backplate for reinforcement. Cherry MX RGB Red switches are used here, and as usual they feature PCB-mounted LEDs that glow through the transparent switches. These switches work faultlessly, as expected from Cherry switches. The keycaps’ texture also feel great under my fingertips and of course do not collect fingerprints thanks to their sandblasted finishing. The keycaps here are of the ABS doubleshot variety, meaning the legends will never fade. NKRO over USB is standard, making the Ducky One TKL RGB suitable for gamers who are worried about ghosting. No flex is observed even when rage spamming keys, which is testament to the build quality of this keyboard.

Conclusion

The Ducky One TKL RGB is a very nice compact TKL keyboard, basically offering all you want in a TKL keyboard. It takes up little space on your desk, and looks unobtrusive. RGB lighting is the icing on the cake, allowing you the option of extra bling if you so desire. Still, the implementation of RGB here isn’t perfect, when many other manufacturers offer easy-to-use software for even deeper customization of the RGB lighting. Sure, less load on the system is good, but then, I am willing to sacrifice a few clock cycles for the convenience of setting up my RGB lighting in a software. The Ducky One TKL RGB’s pricing is pretty reasonable at RM589 for the Red switch and Brown switch variants, while the rarer Blue switch variant costs RM629. The overall quality is great, but still I would prefer more customization options for the RGB lighting, and a simple GUI to manage my macros.

Our thanks to Ducky Keyboard Malaysia for lending us the Ducky One TKL RGB tested in this article.
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Team Of AIBots Obliterate World’s Best Human Players In Dota 2

“Playing against bots in DoTA 2? Mehh, that’s easy”, have you ever thought of that in some ways in your life? Well think again. An AI platform which was developed by OpenAI may have something to show on that.
OpenAI Bots Owning Pro Dota 2 Players

It was an exhibition match which was streamed live on Twitch. It featured ex-pro Dota 2 Players Blitz, Cap, Fogged, Merlini, and also MoonMeander.

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Playing a game of a best-of-three,  the AI man-handled their opponents in the first round in JUST 21 minutes. That is considered fast if you take in the fact that normal games can last you up to more than 1 hour (we’ve seen that before, haven’t we?). If that wasn’t disturbing for you, the AI predicted the win percentage probability that the bots had by seeing their opponents hero teams, it reached 95%.
In round two, the percentage dropped to 76%. Despite that, the bots still crushed the puny humans in just 25 minutes.
Although by theory, the bots had already won (since it was the best out of three), the organizers made it more interesting by letting the audience to choose heroes for the OpenAI Five. Given a team full of heroes it didn’t knew how to play, it predicted 17% of a winning chance. Finally, they lost, though they still put up a fight in a 35-minute battle.
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Pokdepinion: Don’t be surprised that AI will be stopping at just Dota 2….
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Meta Quest+: A New Subscription Service for VR Gaming

The landscape of game ownership is evolving rapidly, with physical formats like discs and cartridges becoming less popular and subscriptions taking center stage. The latest addition to the subscription model is Meta Quest+, a service designed specifically for owners of Meta Quest 2, upcoming Quest 3, and the high-end Quest Pro. Similar to PlayStation Plus, this service offers a curated collection of games for a monthly fee. Let’s explore the details of Meta Quest+ and what it means for VR gaming enthusiasts.
Meta Quest+

Meta Quest+ is available for $8 per month, or users can choose an annual subscription for $60, which comes down to just $5 per month. As an incentive, new subscribers who sign up before the end of July can enjoy the first month for only $1. It’s important to note that this service is exclusively for owners of supported Meta Quest devices, and original Quest owners are not eligible.
Each month, Meta will select two games that Quest+ subscribers can enjoy for as long as they maintain their subscription. It’s important to remember that once a subscription is canceled, access to the games is lost. However, if a user decides to resubscribe at a later date, Meta will restore access to all previously offered games. This approach allows subscribers to explore a variety of VR titles while maintaining the flexibility to choose their gaming experience.

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Meta Quest+ has kicked off with an exciting lineup of games. The first two titles featured are Pistol Whip, a physical action-rhythm first-person shooter, and Pixel Ripped 1995, a virtual reality game-within-a-game that evokes nostalgia. The curation of Quest+ aims to provide subscribers with access to popular VR titles while also highlighting hidden gems.
Meta has already revealed the games scheduled for release on Quest+ in August. Subscribers can look forward to Walkabout Mini Golf, a delightful mini-golf game, and Mothergunship: Forge, a fast-paced VR first-person shooter roguelite that allows players to craft powerful hand-held weapons. The selection of titles showcases the diverse range of experiences available through the service.

Unlike PlayStation Plus, which offers discounts on game purchases, Meta Quest+ currently does not include this feature. However, with the constantly evolving nature of subscription services, it is possible that Meta may introduce such benefits in the future. As the gaming industry continues to evolve, subscription services like Quest+ are reshaping the way we experience and access games.
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Pokdepinion: Meta Quest+ introduces a compelling subscription model for VR gaming enthusiasts. By providing access to a curated collection of games each month, Meta aims to offer both popular VR titles and hidden gems to its subscribers. With an affordable pricing structure and the flexibility to resubscribe and regain access to previously offered games, Quest+ presents an enticing option for Meta Quest device owners.
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The full non-K 12th Gen Intel Core specs just leaked out

Intel has hinted to a much more extensive 12th Gen Intel Core lineup than what was announced last month, and it seems that leaks have begin popping up left and right. The locked, or non-K options, are slated to be announced next year, with Intel also expected to reveal their 12th Gen Intel Core mobile offerings at the same time as well.
12th Gen Intel Core non-K Specs look pretty enticing!
According to the leaks, there might not be 12th Gen Intel Core i3 SKUs, but then again the leak came from the Alienware Aurora R13’s list of supported processors, and I don’t think that Core i3 options are generally offered with serious gaming systems. According to the leaks, the locked Intel Core i9-12900 and Core i7-12700 will share most of the specs of its unlocked brethren, but the Intel Core i5-12400 will be slightly different.
Instead of the Intel Core i5-12600K’s 6 P-core + 4 E-core, the Intel Core i5-12400 will pack a traditional 6 P-core configuration. This apparently is also going to be shared with the Intel Core i5-12600, although while one leak has the Core i5-12600 listed, Dell’s leak does not. The TDP across the deck for the locked models are also much lower at 65W, although with Intel changing how the PL1 and PL2 limits work, I am not exactly sure how much power these CPUs will end up drawing.

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It is worth mentioning that Dell’s specifications also lists the Core i9-12900K as a 32-thread CPU, which is it clearly isn’t. Dell might have made several other typos, including how the Core i5-12400 doesn’t have HyperThreading while the Core i5-12400F does, so do take all the leaked specs with a pinch of salt.
12th Gen Intel Core Specs

P-core / E Core Base Clock (GHz)
Max Turbo (GHz)
Single P-core / Single E-core Turbo (GHz)
Cores/Threads
Cache
TDP
Graphics
Unlocked

Intel Core i9-12900K
3.2 / 2.4
5.2
5.1 / 3.9
16C (8P + 8E) / 24T
30MB
125W
Intel UHD Graphics 770
32EU @ 1550MHz
Yes

Intel Core i9-12900KF
3.2 / 2.4
5.2
5.1 / 3.9
16C (8P + 8E) / 24T
30MB
125W
N/A
Yes

Intel Core i9-12900
2.4 / 1.8
5.2
TBA
16C (8P + 8E) / 24T
30MB
65W
Intel UHD Graphics 770
No

Intel Core i9-12900F
2.4 / 1.8
5.2
TBA
16C (8P + 8E) / 24T
30MB
65W
N/A
No

Intel Core i7-12700K
3.6 / 2.7
5.0
4.9 / 3.8
12C (8P + 4E) / 20T
25MB
125W
Intel UHD Graphics 770 32EU @ 1500MHz
Yes

Intel Core i7-12700KF
3.6 / 2.7
5.0
4.9 / 3.8
12C (8P + 4E) / 20T
25MB
125W
N/A
Yes

 Intel Core i7-12700
2.1 / 1.6
5.0
TBA
12C (8P + 4E) / 20T
25MB
65W
Intel UHD Graphics 770
No

 Intel Core i7-12700F
2.1 / 1.6
5.0
TBA
12C (8P + 4E) / 20T
25MB
65W
N/A
No

Intel Core i5-12600K
3.7 / 2.8
4.9
4.9 / 3.6
10C (6P + 4E) / 16T
20MB
125W
Intel UHD Graphics 770
32EU @ 1450MHz
Yes

Intel Core i5-12600KF
3.7 / 2.8
4.9
4.9 / 3.6
10C (6P + 4E) / 16T
20MB
125W
N/A
Yes

 Intel Core i5-12400
2.5
4.4
TBA
6C (6P + 0E) / 12T
18MB
65W
Intel UHD Graphics 770
 No

 Intel Core i5-12400F
2.5
4.4
TBA
6C (6P + 0E) / 12T
18MB
65W
N/A
 No

*Rumored specs are italicized
In any case, stay tuned for more details about the 12th Gen Intel Core series!
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Pokdepinion: I guess it does make sense for the Core i5-12400 to not have E-cores to save some die space and make them cheaper… Hopefully that’s all that it will be missing out on though.
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I’m sure many people are excited to learn what’s coming their way in the upcoming Android 12 OS update. We just learned one potential feature and if it happens, it will let you manage the hidden recycle bin.
Android 12 Update May Let You Manage Hidden Recycle Bin
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With Android 12 expected to be announced later this year as more devices are starting to get the Android 11 update, we start to learn more and more about the upcoming OS update. This time, the folks over at XDA-Developers have found a code that shows the ability to manage the hidden recycle bin.
For those of you who aren’t aware, Android 11 already has their own version of the recycle bin. However, it’s not easily accessible like on a Windows PC. It lets certain apps restore certain files from the bin if they have the permissions to do so, such as Google Files.

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If the feature does get added in Android 12, it essentially opens the recycle bin system-wide so you’d have more use for it. It will most likely be located under Settings > Storage. With that being said, currently the feature is limited to simply emptying the recycle bin so if you want to restore files, you will need to use Google Files.
For now, there’s no guarantee that the feature will make its way to the final version of Android 12. If there’s any update on this, along with other features, we will report on it as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Personally, I don’t have much use for this feature if it does make it but it would be useful in case I need to clear anything quickly for extra storage.
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Marvel Comics Legend Stan Lee Passes Away at Age 95

It’s a sad day for comics fans, gamers, and those within the geek community today as the legend behind the creation of many different Marvel Comics superheroes, Stan Lee, has passed away at the tender age of 95
Born Stanley Martin Lieber on 28th December 1922, Stan Lee began work for Timely Comics in 1939 as an assistant. He would start to write and create characters in the 1940s. It wasn’t until the 1960s where he would make his biggest mark as Timely Comics would be rebranded to the Marvel Comics we know and love today.

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In collaboration with several artists including Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko, he co-created a wide array of superheroes including Spider-Man, the Hulk, Doctor Strange, the Fantastic Four, Daredevil, Black Panther, and the X-Men. With co-writer Larry Lieber on the other hand, he helped create Ant-Man, Iron Man and Thor.
Stan Lee married Joan Clayton Boocock on 5th December 1947, with the couple continuing their relationship until 6th July 2017 due to Joan’s passing.

There was a point in time where he created companies such as Stan Lee Media and POW! Entertainment. However, he did go back to Marvel to make plenty of cameo appearances in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as many different characters. However, it’s not limited to just that as he has even made a cameo appearance in the PS4 Marvel’s Spider-Man game. Above is a screenshot of him which I personally took while reviewing the game.
It’s no secret that this man made huge contributions which helped made Marvel Comics what it is today. It is a sad day for the industry as a whole, as we lost a man who has done so much and wants to continue doing more. May he rest in peace.
Pokdepinion: Not gonna lie, I couldn’t help shake the feeling that it was another hoax but unfortunately, it was true. Rest in peace, Stan Lee, and for one last time, Excelsior!
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Among Us’ New ‘Airship’ Map Sees A Release Date of 31st March

After many teases and news, the new ‘Airship’ map on Among Us has finally been given a release date. Developers Innersloth revealed in a recent blog post, that the long-awaited map to their popular online multiplayer game will drop on 31 March this year.
Among Us’ new ‘Airship’ map dropping this end of March

Among Us’ new ‘Airship’ map will feature new sets of tasks, the ability to choose which room you start in, as well as leaders. There will also be some form of an account moderation system implemented with the new map update.

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Through the blog post, Innersloth also explained why they chose not to release the new map earlier, citing that the sudden success of the game in 2020 caught them off guard.
“I explained this a bit in our last dev log, but Among Us’ popularity was something no one expected, and quite late into 2020 too. (Thank you for that!!) We had already considered the game done and had moved onto something else,” said the developer. “And while it may seem odd things took a few months, it’s quite normal in game development, especially for a team of our size.”
Innersloth also explained that they needed to make sure that the new ‘Airship’ map worked on all versions of among Us across all the supported platforms. They also mentioned in the blog post concerning the challenges the development team had to go through particularly with the game’s maintenance, hiring processes, the many meetings the team went through as well as programming.
“Additionally, creating a map and updates isn’t as simple as creating one aspect of the game and throwing it onto the PC. Because our game is cross-platform, it means EVERYTHING needs to work on as many devices as possible,” said Innersloth.
You can check out a preview of Among Us’ new ‘Airship’ map in the video down below:

The new update will be released this 31 march. Among Us is now available to play on Android and iOS devices, PC and Nintendo Switch. An Xbox port will also be coming sometime this year. You can check out Innersloth’s full blog post here.
Pokdepinion: Among Us really caught me by surprise last year and was a really fun game to play with especially with friends or family. I haven’t really played the game in a while but I am definitely itching to dive in again when the new map releases.
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Sony’s New BRAVIA XR 4K OLED and 4K Full Array LED TVs Now Available In Malaysia

Sony Malaysia has just announced that their new BRAVIA XR televisions, including the A90J OLED and A80J OLED as well as X90J 4K Full Array LED TV models are now available to purchase in Malaysia. The new BRAVIA XR TVs are powered by the Cognitive Processor XR which uses a completely new processing method that goes beyond conventional AI, designed to replicate the ways humans see and hear.
A80J
Although traditional Artificial Intelligence (AI) can only detect and analyse individual picture elements such as colour, contrast, and information, the new processor can cross-analyse a large number of elements at once, much like our brains. As a result, each variable is tuned to its best final outcome in tandem with the others, resulting in a synchronised and lifelike result.
X90J
Moreover, the Cognitive Processor XR can also analyse sound location in the signal, ensuring that the sound matches what’s on the screen exactly. It also upconverts every sound to 3D surround sound for unrivalled realism and an immersive audioscape.

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A90J
Sony’s new BRAVIA XR TV line also introduces Google TV, feature HDMI 2.1 and e-ARC compatibility, including 4K 120fps, Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), Auto Low Latency Mode, Sound-from-Picture Reality, built-in hands-free voice control as well as smart speaker compatibility.
Sony BRAVIA XR TV models price and availability
The new BRAVIA XR televisions, including the A90J OLED and A80J OLED as well as X90J 4K Full Array LED televisions are now available in Malaysia. Below is the complete pricing for each of the new models.

BRAVIA XR MODEL
RETAIL PRICE

XR-65A90J
RM17,999

XR-65A80J
RM14,999

XR-55A80J
RM9,199

XR-65X90J
RM7,599

XR-55X90J
RM5,399

XR-85Z9J
COMING SOON

XR-77A80J
COMING SOON

XR-75X90J
COMING SOON

For more information on Sony’s new BRAVIA XR TV models, do head over to the official website here.
Pokdepinion: These new BRAVIA TVs look really good but it’s a little over my budget. I wish I could get something like this in the future though.
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[CES2018] Lenovo Smart Display Unveiled; With Built-in Google Assistant

The Lenovo Smart Display unveiled at CES 2018 is designed to make everyday life easier. Check your morning commute. Stream a YouTube video. Place a video call. Bring up a recipe.You’ll operate hands-free, using only your voice to ask questions and give commands.
[CES2018] Lenovo Smart Display Unveiled

Yesterday, we talked about the 2-in-1 Lenovo Miix 630 laptop that was unveiled at CES 2018. Today, we’re going to show you the new Lenovo Smart Display which was also unveiled at the event in Las Vegas.

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Designed to make your home smarter and life easier, the Lenovo Smart Display, is what the company is calling the “ideal home companion”, with it being able to fetch the latest weather and traffic information, sync with your daily schedule, video calls with Google Duo, watch YouTube videos, and more. The best part is, you can do this with just the use of your voice thanks to Google Assistant.
It is powered by the newly announced Qualcomm Home Hub Platform, which is based on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 624 chipset. As expected, it does have its integrated processors, graphics chip, DSP, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth connectivity.

This is how the Lenovo Smart Display was described:
Imagine Mom waking up to a picture of her jampacked day full of meetings and errands with just a quick glance at her calendar on the large 8-inch or 10-inch screen of the Lenovo Smart Display. The Google Assistant can also read out her schedule and tell her the weather as she multi-tasks to get everyone out the door.  Ask the Google Assistant for traffic updates it will bring up Google Maps to show Mom the fastest morning commute.
It also reminds her on her way out that it’s her colleague’s birthday, so she simply asks the Google Assistant on her Lenovo Smart Display to show the closest open bakery on Google Maps to pick up a birthday cake. To save Mom even more time, the Google Assistant on Lenovo Smart Display will be able to set up routines designed to help Mom when getting out the door in the morning, or returning home in the evening.
Lenovo Smart Display @ CES 2018 Specifications

CPU
Qualcomm Snapdragon 624 (ARM A53, 14nm, Octa-core 1.8 GHz)

RAM
2GB

GPU
Qualcomm Adreno 506 (Integrated)

Audio
1.75-inch Full Range Speaker with Dual Passive Radiator
2 x 2 Dual Microphone Arrays

Storage
4GB eMMC

Display
8-inch IPS HD (1280×800) with 86° Wide Angle

Connectivity
2 x 2 Wi-Fi 802.11 ac 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz, MIMO
Bluetooth BLE & 4.2
1 x Type C USB 3.1 (Generation Not Specified)
1 x SD card slot

Camera
5 MP Wide Angle with 720p Video Call Capabilities

Dimensions
142.21 x 12.5 – 111.36 x 263.21 mm (WxTxH)

Weight
1 kg

Pokdepinion: Well, this is a rather interesting device. Would definitely want one for my home, but I want to see how convenient it is with my voice just in case it might have trouble understanding me, just like most people in real life #3Deep5Me
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ASUS ROG Reveals X299 Motherboard Series Bundle Promotion – Redeem RM100 Steam Wallet credits

Limited time only

ASUS ROG recently unleashed their new series of high end ASUS ROG X299 motherboard onto our shores with bundle promotions being offered by ASUS not long after that. This time round, ASUS is offering a newer and more eye watering bundle promotion that’ll sure pique your interest big time.
ASUS is currently offering a bundle promo where if you purchase any of its X299 motherboard series and ASUS NVIDIA GeForce GTX1070 or any of its higher tirer graphics cards, you will be able to redeem Steam Wallet credits worth a cool RM100 complimentary of ASUS Republic of Gamers. This promotion is only available from August 14th to September 30th 2017. So hurry and get them at any ASUS Authorised Partners stores while they’re available!

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Here are the prices of the different models of the ASUS ROG X299 motherboard series which are available for purchase in Malaysia:

ROG Strix X299-E Gaming which retails at RM1,735
TUF X299 Mark 2 which retails at RM1,318
Prime X299-A which retails at RM1,690

ROG Strix X299-E Gaming motherboard
TUF X299 Mark 2 motherboard
Prime X299-A motherboard
For those of you who are interested you can register your ASUS ROG X299 motherboards here and redeem your complimentary RM100 Steam Wallet credits, kindly do so right here. To those of you who have already bought their ASUS ROG X299 motherboard together with any of ASUS GTX 1070 graphics card or their higher tier graphics cards, you can also redeem the complimentary RM100 Steam Wallet creditsvthrough the aforementioned link above.
The RM100 Steam Wallet code will be sent to all registered users via email or SMS within 14 working days.
Pokdepinion: I think this bundle offer from ROG is an interesting one because not only will local gamers’ ears’ pique whenever they hear the word ‘free’, it’ll also help encourage users and enthusiasts alike to explore the newly released Intel’s new X299 platform.
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[CES 2023] Acer Chromebox CXI5 and Add-In-One 24 Changes How You See AIOs

It was announced at CES 2023 that the Acer Chromebox CXI5 will be coming alongside the modular AIO concept, the Acer Add-in-One 24.
Acer Chromebox CXI5 and Add-In-One 24

The Acer Chromebox CXI5 is the updated version of the CXI4, now powered by a 12th Gen Intel Core CPU. It has 4 USB-A ports, two HDMI ports, a DisplayPort, and Ethernet. The Chromebox CXI5 can be mounted, but it is unclear if it will have VESA mounting support out of the box or if it will require specialized screws.

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Acer is pricing the Chromebox CXI5 at $290 for the Celeron model, which will be available in the first quarter of 2023. The prices for the i3 and i5 models have not yet been announced.

The Acer Add-in-One 24 is a modular all-in-one that includes a Chromebox CXI5 and a 24-inch 1080p screen with built-in webcam, microphone, and speakers. The CXI5 can be swapped out for newer models in the future. The built-in webcam is 5MP with a 115° field of view and a privacy shutter.
The bottom-mounted speakers have a power of 4 watts and are suitable for casual and corporate users. The Acer Add-in-One 24 will start at $610 and will be available in the coming months. It is not possible to purchase the Add-in-One 24 docking monitor separately. The 1080p resolution of the monitor may not be stunning, but it is a convenient setup for Chromebook owners looking to upgrade their home office setup.
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Pokdepinion: Perhaps next year, we’ll get a 1440p one that can work with existing hardware. Full HD is still good but it really feels dated at this point in time.
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You Can Play The Crew 2 For FREE From July 8 To 12

Ubisoft has just announced that they will be making their popular open world motorsports game, The Crew 2 free to play from July 8 to July 12. the free weekend will be applicable on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Store on Windows PC.
The Crew 2 free weekend from July 8 to 12

On July 7, players will get access to the whole game, including the most recent update, Season 3 Episode 1: US Speed Tour East. Discover the US Speed Tour East, as well as a plethora of other challenges. In solo or four-player co-op, race and explore the United States from coast to coast and behind the wheel of fantasy vehicles.

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The Free Weekend will also mark a change in The Crew 2 Editions. The current DELUXE EDITION will be replaced by The Crew 2 – SPECIAL EDITION. The Dodge Challenger SRT Demon Interception Unit and the Porsche 911 Speedster are included in the Digital Special Pack. The Digital Special Pack will also be included in The Crew 2 – GOLD EDITION.

Players who want to continue their trip in the game’s open world will not only be able to keep their game progress, but they will also be able to save 80% on the game and Season Pass. For the latest news on The Crew and all of Ubisoft’s games, you can check out here.
Pokdepinion: Holy smokes I was just talking about this game with my friends the other day. I’m not a huge racing game fan like they are but I’m willing to give this a go next weekend just to satisfy my curiosity.
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HUAWEI Mate 20 is going to be a beast! The Kirin 980 can even do full-body motion tracking for more than one person!

Today we were given a close up look at the Kirin 980, the upcoming chipset from HUAWEI which is going to power the latest HUAWEI Mate 20 devices, coming this 16th October. We pretty much know most of the specifications of the Kirin 980, such as the dual NPU and also new Cortex-A76 CPU and Mali-G76 GPU architectures, but what surprised us most was the ability to do really amazing motion tracking!
AI-powered motion tracking!

Yep. We really did not expect a smartphone to be able to do motion tracking this well. In fact, it is capable of tracking 13 points on your body. That’s pretty much every major joint! Now what we don’t know is how HUAWEI is going to make use of this tracking, but we heard that it will be a very unexpected feature that we would never have thought of possible in a smartphone. We are definitely looking forward to HUAWEI making it possible!

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What’s more interesting is that it works with both the front and rear camera. That opens up the doors to implementations that might require you to look at the screen while having the Mate 20 track your motion. And it doesn’t even need dual cameras to do all that! HUAWEI representatives claim that it uses AI to perform all of that, and it is enabled by the dual NPU in the Kirin 980.
Even faster than the Snapdragon 845!

Considering HUAWEI’s lofty claims about improved performance, a show-and-tell of the new Kirin 980 won’t be complete without showing off the new chipset’s gaming prowess. And while we were still somewhat curious about how it will perform in other games, HUAWEI’s claims of a smooth 60 fps experience in NBA2K18 was proven. Very rarely were there frame rate dips below the hallowed 60 fps mark. However given that the chip is not constrained to a closed chassis where cooling and power limitations might prevent the chipsets from achieving full performance, we will have to wait until we get an actual device before we can give our verdict regarding its gaming capabilities.
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Now if you are interested in comparing how much better the Kirin 980 is versus the currently available Snapdragon 845, HUAWEI does make some bold claims. The Kirin 980 is touted to offer an impressive 37% better CPU performance, 20% higher RAM bandwidth and 22% lower latency as well as 22% better GPU performance than the Snapdragon 845. All that while being more efficient than the Snapdragon 845! Now we would definitely be putting these claims to the test once we get a HUAWEI Mate 20 to test for ourselves, as the Snapdragon 845 devices were already faster than we would ever need our phones to be.
Better photography!
One of the most enticing features of a HUAWEI smartphone right now are the Leica cameras, and the upcoming Mate 20 will definitely be even more impressive with the dual ISP. The dual ISP and dual NPU will work in tandem to enable better photography, which should yield interesting results.

HUAWEI did show us comparisons with a Snapdragon 845 device, but since there are Snapdragon 845 devices with mid-range cameras like the POCOPHONE F1, it’s hard to actually say anything about this comparison.
Faster networks!

The Kirin 980 is equipped with a HUAWEI Hi1103 to enable WiFi speeds of up to 1732 Mbps. Most standard Snapdragon 845 smartphones will support up to 866 Mbps speeds, so this doubling of bandwidth is definitely welcome, especially if you live in a place where 1 Gbps Internet speeds exist.

For those of you who don’t have 1 Gbps or faster WiFi, the Kirin 980 also supports LTE Cat.21, which goes up to 1.4 Gbps. Malaysian telcos will probably take some time to reach that, but at least your Mate 20 will be ready for that. If you are still using your HUAWEI Mate 20 at that point. The Mate 20 is also claimed to offer stronger signal for a more stable connection even in fast moving trains or underground rails. And oh, there is also dual-frequency GPS for more accurate positioning.
Conclusion
How did they even fit all of that under this tiny footprint? The Kirin 980 is beneath this SK Hynix RAM chip
We know the Kirin 980 is going to be a huge step forward for HUAWEI, as will the first device to feature it, the HUAWEI Mate 20. But truth be told, we are really at a point where raw performance alone just won’t cut it. The user experience is what we really look for, and hopefully the HUAWEI Mate 20 will deliver a better experience than any other smartphone out there. With the dual NPUs, dual ISPs and dual GPS, we are pretty convinced, but we will reserve our judgement until we get our hands on an actual device. Now, who else can’t wait for HUAWEI’s 16th October grand reveal?
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No Spoilers: Kingdom Hearts 3 Secret Ending Requirements Revealed

Kingdom Hearts 3 has already released in Japan but the international English version is coming very soon. To get the hype train going, the requirements for the Kingdom Hearts 3 secret ending has been revealed in an interview with Famitsu.
In the interview, series creator Tetsuya Nomura mentions that the secret ending, or more accurately the secret epilogue movie, will be added via a software update. It is also said to be related to Union Cross and of course, the events that will take place after the game.

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To unlock the Kingdom Hearts 3 secret ending, this is what Nomura said you must do:
It depends of the numbers of “lucky marks” you’ve managed to find and take selfies with. “Lucky Marks” are elements in the game which look like King Mickey. In Beginner difficulty, you’ll need to take photos with every single Mickey-looking mark in the game. In Normal you’ll only need a certain number, and even less in Proud difficulty. Unlike past games which required multiple different conditions to be fulfilled, this is the only thing you need to do to unlock the secret movie in Kingdom Hearts 3.
Without giving spoilers and to also dispel confusion, it has been said that the game will not be the last in the franchise but simply the end of the Dark Seeker saga involving Xehanort. As to what that may be, we will have to go through the game ourselves to know for sure.
Kingdom Hearts 3 will be coming to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on 29th January 2019.
Source: Famitsu
Pokdepinion: The game’s release is so close now, I can almost taste it. I am so excited for it.
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New Acer Nitro 5 Powered by AMD Ryzen 5000 Series Launched

Acer Malaysia recently held a Zero to Nitro virtual launch event, which saw the arrival of the new Acer Nitro 5 gaming laptop powered by AMD Ryzen 5000-series CPU. Here’s everything that you need to know.
Acer Nitro 5 Powered by AMD Ryzen 5000

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The new Acer Nitro 5 is powered by the AMD Ryzen 5000-series CPU, consisting of the Ryzen 5 5600H, Ryzen 7 5800H, and Ryzen 9 5900HX. As for GPU, consumers will have four different options; NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GB, GeForce RTX 3060 6GB, GeForce RTX 3070 8GB, and GeForce RTX 3080 8GB.
As for memory, you can opt for either 8GB or 16GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM that’s upgradable to dual-channel 32GB DDR4 3200MHz RAM, and a up to 1TB NVMe PCIe SSD. In case that’s not enough storage for you, it does have an additional HDD slot free with an HDD upgrade kit included inside the box.

Apart from that, you have Intel Wi-Fi 6 support, Bluetooth 5.0, Killer Ethernet E2600, and an abundance of ports including one that supports power-off charging, essentially making this laptop an emergency powerbank. If you want an easier look into the specifications, check it out right below here:

CPU
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H @ 3.3 GHz (up to 4.2 GHz Boost), 6C/12T, 45W TDP, 7nm FinFET
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H @ 3.2 GHz (up to 4.4 GHz Boost), 8C/16T, 45W TDP, 7nm FinFET
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX @ 3.3 GHz (up to 4.6 GHz Boost), 8C/16T, 45W TDP, 7nm FinFET

RAM
8GB / 16GB DDR4 3200MHz (upgradable to 32GB dual-channel DDR4 3200MHz)

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 8GB GDDR6

Storage
512GB / 1TB NVMe PCIe SSD
1 x HDD slot

Connectivity
Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200 (WiFi 6, up to 2.4Gbps) (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
2×2 MU-MIMO technology
Bluetooth 5.0
Killer Ethernet E2600 (wake on LAN support)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A (power-off charging)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C

Display
15.6″ QHD (2560 x 1440) IPS display, 165Hz refresh rate, 100% sRGB
15.6″ FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS display, 144Hz, 72% NTSC
15.6″ FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS display, 144Hz
1 x HDMI 2.1 with HDCP

Audio
2 x 2W speakers
1 x 3.5mm combo audio jack

Webcam
720p HD

Dimensions
363.4 × 255 x 23.9 mm

Weight
2.2kg

The new Acer Nitro 5 will be retailing from RM3,699 to RM8,999 depending on your selected configuration. It will also come with 2 years local warranty with first year international warranty.
The first phase of pre-orders will be solely for the GeForce GTX variants and it will open on the official Shopee store as well as the Acer e-store starting 14th April 2021, and on Lazada starting 15th April until 16th April 2021. To further sweeten the deal, you can get RM100 off when you pre-order the gaming laptop, and there will be some free gifts tossed your way as well.
But wait, there’s more.
Acer Nitro QG241Y P Gaming Monitor

For those of you looking for a feature-packed gaming monitor with a solid value-for-money proposition, the Acer Nitro QG241Y P gaming monitor might be the one for you. It’s a Full HD gaming monitor with AMD FreeSync Premium, 1ms VRB (4ms GTG), 165Hz refresh rate, HDR10 support, Acer Display Widget, and BlueLightShield along with flickerless technology.

Specifications

Display Size
23.8″

Maximum Resolution and Refresh Rate
1920 x 1080 @ 144Hz (HDMI)
1920 x 1080 @ 165Hz (DisplayPort)

Panel Type
VA

Glare
No

Response Time
1ms VRB (4ms GTG)

Contrast Ratio
100 million : 1 max (ACM)

Brightness
250nits (cd/m2)

Viewing Angle
178°(H) / 178°(W)

Colours
16.7M
8-bit / 72% NTSC

Input Signal
1 x HDMI 1.4
1 x HDMI 2.0
1 x DisplayPort 1.4
1 x Audio Out

VESA Wall Mounting
100 x 100 mm

Speaker
2 x 2W (optional)

Power Supply
Internal

Tilt
-5° to 20°

Power Consumption
0.4W (Off)
0.5W (Sleep)
20W (On)

The Acer Nitro QG241Y P gaming monitor will be retailing for RM749 but it will be available for a special promo price of RM699 if you purchase it between 14th April and 16th April 2021.
Pokdepinion: Not gonna lie, I’m surprised the price of the Acer Nitro 5 can go that high but given the parts that are powering it for the top of the line configuration, I can understand why. The Ryzen 7 5800H with GeForce RTX 3060 / RTX3070 definitely has the best value in my opinion.
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The Original Star Wars Battlefront II Just Got A New Update – 13 years later!

Still alive and kicking!

Here’ something you don’t see everyday. The original Star Wars Battlefront II just got itself a new update; 13 years later! Yup you read that right! The OG Star Wars Battlefront II, which was released way back in 2005 by the now defunct developer Pandemic Studios just received a large patch recently through Steam to improve its online functions (with servers being reopened October last year). The 269.3MB patch includes minor bug fixes and optimised performance with the more important fixes being:

Improved lobby functionality
Steam usernames should now display correctly
Ping calculations are more accurate

Now these updates might seem really minute to some but to diehard fans of the game this is a complete godsend. Especially for a game that is more than a decade old and is considered by many to be superior than the new Battlefront 2 that came out last year. The update did not add Steam Workshop however much to the chagrin of many.

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Now here’s the most curious part of this whole update. Neither Disney nor EA has any direct involvement with the update. Why would they? Disney is no longer actively involved in the video game business and merely licenses their properties to other studios and publishers like EA for development. EA on the other hand is likely to be busy with their own Star Wars Battlefront 2 so whoever they are, thank you.
If you’re not familiar with the original Star Wars Battlefront II (shame on you) then here’s a description of what the game is all about:
With space combat, playable Jedi characters, and over 16 all new battlefronts, Star Wars Battlefront II gives you more ways than ever before to play the classic Star Wars battles any way you want.

Enhanced Single-Player Experience – Join the rise of Darth Vader’s elite 501st Legion of Stormtroopers as you fight through an all new story-based saga where every action you take impacts the battlefront and, ultimately, the fate of the Star Wars galaxy.
All New Classic Trilogy Locations – Fight inside the corridors of the second Death Star, in the marshy swamps of Dagobah, and even aboard the Tantive IV, Princess Leia’s Blockade Runner, as seen at the beginning of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope.
More Classes and Vehicles – Now choose from six distinct soldier classes, plus bonus hero characters for each of the four factions: Rebels, Imperials, CIS and the Republic. Then jump into more than 30 diverse ground and space vehicles, including the clone BARC speeder, AT-RT and new Jedi Starfighter and ARC 170.
PLUS Improved Online Features – Engage in massive online battles with multiplayer action for up to 64 players. Play five different online game modes including Conquest, Assault, one-and two-flag Capture the Flag, and Hunt.

Now for the first time, Star Wars Battlefront II lets you…

Fight as a Jedi – Earn the ability to wield a lightsaber and use Force powers like Yoda, Darth Vader and many other heroes and villains.
Battle in Space – Dogfight in X-wings, TIE fighters, Jedi starfighters and other classic starcraft, or land your ship on a star destroyer and fight it out on foot aboard enemy ships.
Play 16 New Locations – Battle across Star Wars: Episode III environments such as Utapau, Mustafar and the epic space battle above Coruscant.

Star Wars Battlefront II is available now on Steam for a very cheap price at RM 23. Get it now!
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Loctek Introduces DLB504-2 Dual Arm Desk Mounts

Loctek Malaysian distributor Fusion Tech Supply Sdn Bhd has announced the availability of the DLB504-2 dual-arm monitor desk mounts. The VESA mount, which is compatible to 75mm x 75mm and 100 x 100mm sizes, can fit two monitors up to 27 inches with supported payload ranging from 1.5kg up to 5kg on each arm (up to 9kg combined).
The monitor arm also comes with integrated cable management channels and supports both C-clamp and grommet clamping mechanisms; the arm supports 90° swivel on both sides (with 180° swivel on the base), with +15° tilt above and -85° tilt below, with the fully extended length stretching to 47cm long. It also comes with fully adjustable torsion strength to accommodate various monitors.

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The DLB504-2 is priced at RM359 and is now available on Loctek official store in Shopee, with 1-year warranty support.
Pokdepinion: Pretty solid option all things considered.
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AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT to launch with 12GB GDDR6 and 211W TGP

The dust has yet to settle on the AMD Radeon RX 6800 series, and now more details are already leaking out about the Radeon RX 6700 series. These GPUs are expected to offer a taste of the RDNA 2 GPU at a more affordable price, and what might be a significantly lower power consumption too.

AMD is expected to use the Navi 22 GPU for the Radeon RX 6700 series, a cut-down version of the Navi 21 GPU in the Radeon RX 6800, 6800 XT and 6900 XT cards. Rumors have pointed towards a 40 CU configuration, which is the same number of CUs in the last-gen Radeon RX 5700 XT. Of course, with RDNA 2, you will also be getting impressive improvements in performance and efficiency.

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It’s also possible that NV22 XTL has a lower min. TGP than 146 W. I’m not 100 % sure about that. So far I haven’t seen any NV22 XTL with less than 146 W TGP.
— Patrick Schur (@patrickschur_) November 21, 2020

Speaking of which, the recent leak mentions that the Radeon RX 6700 XT will come in with a TGP of 186 to 211W, which is slightly lower than the Radeon RX 5700 XT’s 225W TGP. There will also be the Radeon RX 6700 that will come in at around 146 to 156W, which is again slightly lower than the Radeon RX 5700’s 180W. On top of the lower power consumption, the Radeon RX 6700 series will also benefit from hardware accelerated raytracing, a feature that is sorely missing in the Radeon RX 5000 series cards.

The AMD Radeon RX 6700 series cards is expected to pack up to 12GB GDDR6 memory, owing to a 192-bit memory bus configuration. This shouldn’t be a big issue as it should compete with offerings below the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070, and that card only comes with 8GB. AMD also has the advantage of having Infinity Cache, which has been touted to improve performance by lowering the need for memory access.

I do believe AMD is probably waiting for NVIDIA’s move before unveiling their cards, as NVIDIA is rumored to launch a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Ti in the coming weeks. I think it would be safe to assume AMD plans to release the the Radeon RX 6700 XT at below the GeForce RTX 3070’s $499 price point, and the RX 6700 somewhere near the RTX 3060 Ti’s pricing. Well, whatever happens, we are in for a good time this year, if we can get our hands on a card in stock.
Pokdepinion: With the amount of gamers still stuck on 1080p, I do think that the lower-end cards will definitely be more popular than the higher-end ones targeted towards 1440p and above. Not to mention that they are more wallet-friendly…
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Digi Offers Rebate Off Monthly Bills When You Choose Auto-billing

The folks at Digi has recently launched an auto-billing campaign with Mastercard which allows you to enjoy rebates off your monthly bills.
Digi Auto-billing with Mastercard

The campaign will give customers a 5% rebate off their monthly bills for six months as well as a RM10 Shopee voucher when you sign up for the auto-billing service with your Mastercard from now till the 30th of November 2021.

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They have said that the campaign is aimed at providing customers with a more convenient option to pay their bills and have a worry-free bill payment experience while still staying connected. Despite that, as you can see from the banner, the offer is applicable only for first time auto-billing users only.
There are two ways where you can sign up and activate the feature as shown below:
Digi Website

Login to your account at Digi’s website
Click on ‘Manage Auto-Billing’ under your Postpaid account
Fill in the required details of your debit or credit card from Mastercard and click ‘Save’
Click on ‘Enable Auto-Billing’

MyDigi App

Click on ‘Settings’ at the Usage page
Click on ‘My Payment’ to save a credit card and manage auto-billing
You are required to login with password before saving your credit card details
Click on the ‘+’ button on the upper right corner to add a new credit card
Proceed to fill in your credit card details
Click on ‘Add Card’ and enable ‘Set as Auto-Billing’

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Pokdepinion: I supposed having it auto-billed seems more attractive now, with the rebates that you will be getting. Plus, they’ve got the campaign to run for quite some time, so that’s definitely a benefit too.
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New Shenmue III Trailer is Out – Shows Characters, Environments, and More

Fans of the Shenmue series can rejoice as a somewhat brand new trailer for Shenmue III was aired over at MAGIC Monaco 2018. You can see some characters, the environments in the game, and more.
New Shenmue III Trailer is Out @ MAGIC Monaco 2018

During the conference at Magic Monaco 2018, Shenmue III creator Yu Suzuki introduced a new trailer for Shenmue III. This is actually an extended version of a trailer that was showcased behind closed doors at Gamescom 2017 and is being shown publicly for the first time, which means it comes with some very relevant caveats.
Basically, the footage is 6 months old. While it lets us take a look at some aspects of the game, like quicktime events and what seems to be minigames, it’s actually not representative of the visuals of the game, which have evolved quite considerably since then.

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Making a comparison with the information that was available earlier on with this is actually a good chance to see just how much the game has evolved. The game’s assets have changed considerably following the publishing partnership with Deep Silver, which also led to an outsourcing deal with Indian Studio Lakshya Digital, in which the studio will be working on the character models.
You can check out the trailer which aired at Magic Monaco 2018 at the top of this post, courtesy of YouTube user Tublushi. Of course, you should keep in mind that the video was recorded from the projector’s screen, so the quality is not perfect. A direct-feed version has not been released just yet.
A few months ago, Shenmue III has been delayed to the second half of 2018 to make it “bigger and more beautiful.” The game has been announced exclusively for the PlayStation 4 and PC.
Pokdepinion: Here’s to hoping that the game doesn’t end up a flop, because that will surely make the internet overlords angry.
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