Lenovo And Ducati To Continue Partnership In Preparation For Next MotoGP Season

After winning the MotoGP Constructors’ World Championship for the second year in a row in 2021, the Ducati Lenovo Team is gearing up for a new season in which technology will play an increasingly important role. Lenovo’s technological relationship with Ducati has aided the team’s innovation and on-track success since 2018.

This evolution is driven by innovation, speed, and security. Lenovo’s data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and smart collaboration, enabled by a wide range of smarter solutions, continue to drive improvements and assist the team in accelerating simulations and real-time data analysis, constantly transferring technology between the racing world and Ducati’s street bikes.

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Ducati and Lenovo will continue working together for the next MotoGP season
The Remote Garage project, which allows engineers to get data in real-time and interact with the garage and bikes while working remotely, is the first goal for the 2022 season. Furthermore, both Ducati and Lenovo are committed to improving video conferencing in both the office and the garage. The goal is to better integrate virtual teams so that they can collaborate effectively even when they are thousands of miles apart.

Since 2018, Lenovo has aided Ducati’s engineers and designers in the development of racing and street bikes, allowing the brand to achieve maximum performance and increased security. Ducati was able to simplify and speed data analysis in the areas of aerodynamics, fluid dynamics, and stress tests by utilising High Performance Computing technologies based on Lenovo ThinkSystem SD530, SR630, and SR650 servers.
The company can now receive data and information in a third of the time and conduct nearly twice as many simulations at the same time, making it easier for engineers to understand how the motorcycles will react to different weather conditions and continuously improve on-track performance. Furthermore, Lenovo infrastructure ensures high levels of data security, allowing Ducati to reduce the possibility of dangerous and costly downtimes.
Ducati chose the ThinkSystem SE350 edge server to improve connection and real-time analytics in even the most difficult settings. Lenovo’s server packs a lot of computing power into a small, modular, and portable package, allowing you to take compute and AI capabilities with you wherever you go. The ThinkSystem SE350 was designed and developed with the special requirements of the Edge in mind, and it can work well in any place, even in harsh extremes such as Malaysian humidity, which may reach 90%, and Qatar’s dry heat and sand.
Engineers can manage around 15GB of data for each bike in real-time, wherever they are, and provide tailored insights for each rider that can be used to make quick, well-informed decisions. Finally, the device’s security features enable automated data encryption in the event of manipulation, assisting in the protection of Ducati’s intellectual property and preventing data leaks.

In collaboration with Lenovo, Ducati has installed a new virtual desktop infrastructure. From the R&D department to the garage, over 250 2D and 3D virtual desktops are employed throughout the enterprise. Users may connect to their workplace whenever they want, wherever they are, and from any device, resulting in better productivity for Ducati. Virtual desktops also aid in the simplification of IT management and maintenance, as well as the improvement of data security and business continuity, as well as the optimization of resources and the focus of professionals on higher-value-added tasks.
Ducati designers can also collaborate in real-time with the development team and the test rider throughout test phases, making modifications to the bike’s or a single component’s design based on input received, shortening production delays.
Lenovo tablets, PCs, and workstations are used by everyone in the Ducati team, from management to engineers to riders, to achieve the highest levels of collaboration, power, and speed. The Lenovo ThinkPad P1 mobile workstation is used by technicians to analyse data from the bikes’ sensors in minutes, as well as to study, compare, and optimise the bike setup.
For optimal productivity and mobility, top management relies on the ThinkPad X1 Fold foldable PC, while designers may rely on the power of Lenovo workstations, like the ThinkPad P Series, for design and development utilising CAD software.
Ducati and Lenovo have huge ambitions for the future together. The two firms are already discussing how they can use artificial intelligence, machine learning, and augmented reality to drive even more innovation in MotoGP. The ability to digitally reproduce the bike and its components in full scale in a realistic environment will be a differentiating factor in future R&D, testing, and maintenance, as well as after-sales assistance for street bikes.
Pokdepinion: I don’t really follow MotoGP but from what I’ve been seeing and reading, the kind of tech Lenovo and Ducati are working on for their machines are crazy advanced!
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Touch ‘n Go Visa Card Reportedly Gearing Up for Launch

It appears that the highly anticipated Touch ‘n Go Visa card is gearing up for launch as some details have popped up in the TnG eWallet Help Centre.
Touch ‘n Go Visa Cards Almost Ready?

It appears that a number of questions pertaining the Touch ‘n Go Visa card on the TNG eWallet Help Centre, which suggests that the card might be launching very soon. Unfortunately, it seems like the page has been taken down for the time being as going to the URL will bring you to the login page instead.

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It is known that the TNG eWallet app is connected to the Touch ‘n Go Visa card, as announced by the company last year. Users will also be provided with a virtual card that can be used for online transactions while waiting for the physical card to be delivered.
The physical card can be used to withdraw funds from TNG eWallet accounts at Visa-enabled ATMs in Malaysia and around the world, with a limit of five transactions per day. TNG has released a variety of products in 2022, including NFC-enabled cards, Christmas charms, the merchant-specific Soundbox, and the official launch of TNG RFID Fueling with Shell. It is unclear if the company will launch the TNG eWallet card before the end of the year.
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Pokdepinion: Anything that can help me avoid going to shops and certain counters just to reload would be great. I’m sure many people, especially the ones that have yet to get the NFC card, would feel the same way.
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Apple Watch ECG feature to be enabled in Malaysia with watchOS 7.5

Apple added the ECG feature to the Apple Watch since the Apple Watch Series 4, and has made it a feature on the later Apple Watches as well. Two years later, Malaysians will finally be able to use the ECG feature with the upcoming watchOS 7.5 update.
The ECG feature has apparently received the greenlight from the Ministry of Health earlier this year, with Apple’s ECG app being listed as a Registered Medical Device by the Medical Device Authority. Devices claiming to offer ECG functionality are evidently quite tightly regulated in Malaysia, as Samsung’s smartwatches are still not capable of offering the feature in Malaysia, despite touting the hardware to do it.

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With the ECG functionality enabled, Malaysians users can now observe your heart rhythm, and the Apple Watch can also be set up to notify you if irregular heart rhythm is detected.

For Apple Watch Series 4 or newer users, all you have to do is wait for the watchOS 7.5 update that’s probably not too far away. The watchOS 7.5 Release Candidate has just been released to developers and beta users to weed out any bugs before they get released as an OTA update for the public.
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Pokdepinion: I guess I should get an Apple Watch now, so that I can monitor whether my heart skips a beat when the iPhone 13’s price is announced…
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Apple iPad May Soon Be Foldable, Says Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo

The foldable tablet will be larger and set to launch in 2024.
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Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo says that Apple is setting up for a big update for its iPad in 2024: the tablet in question will be a foldable one with a built-in kickstand, according to his inside sources. The information originated from a Hong Kong company named Anjie Technology – which would be supplying the carbon fiber kickstands for these models.

(3/3)Anjie Technology will be the new beneficiary of the all-new design foldable iPad. There may be no new iPad releases in the next 9-12 months as the iPad mini refresh is more likely to begin mass production in 1Q24.
— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) January 30, 2023

Likely debuting on the Pro model, the new tech will allow Apple to use larger displays while maintaining its relatively portable form factor. So far, the 12.9-inch is the largest current iPads get – but reports from MacRumors are pointing to a 14-inch and even a 16-inch model in the works.

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That being said, not all sources agree on Kuo’s predictions. Ross Young, another analyst, says there are multiple iPads with various OLED panels in the pipeline, sans foldable ones; and the same is reiterated by Mark Gurman of Bloomberg.
Source: Ars Technica
Pokdepinion: Wait and see, that’s the name of the game.
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GIGABYTE releases GeForce RTX 3060 LHR cards with cryptomining limiter

GIGABYTE has apparently quietly updated their GeForce RTX 3060 lineup, with the newer cards mentioning that they are the LHR version. LHR, which stands for Lite Hash Rate, should deter miners from gobbling up the entire supply of cards, and hopefully leave them alone for gamers to buy.
But wait, didn’t the RTX 3060 launch with a hashrate limiter in place? Well, as you might know, the original RTX 3060’s limiters were quite easily circumvented when beta drivers without the limiters in place were leaked out. The newer LHR GPUs are supposed to feature an updated hashrate limiter, and NVIDIA is reportedly slated to refresh the whole GeForce RTX 30 series with LHR versions, except for the GeForce RTX 3090.

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GIGABYTE is apparently releasing their GeForce RTX 3060 lineup with the newer hashrate-limited GeForce RTX 3060 GPUs as their revision 2.0. These cards should tout the GA106-302, which is the LHR version of the GA106-300 that was in earlier GeForce RTX 3060 cards.
From the looks of it, GIGABYTE is only swapping out the GPU on their new GeForce RTX 3060 Rev. 2.0 cards, and will not be changing anything else. The PCB, cooler and also clock speeds are all the same as the non-LHR versions of the cards.

Gamers shouldn’t care too much about which version they are getting, as the LHR version should provide for the same gaming performance, although miners will probably have to pay closer attention to whether they are getting the Rev. 1.0 or Rev. 2.0 of GIGABYTE’s GeForce RTX 30 series cards.
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Pokdepinion: Hopefully this is enough to improve the availability of the GeForce RTX 3060 for gamers.
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Huawei MateBook X Pro Coming to Malaysia? Appears on SIRIM Website

It appears that the Huawei MateBook X Pro which recently surfaced at MWC 2018 may be bound for Malaysia, as it seems to have been certified by SIRIM now.
Huawei MateBook X Pro Coming to Malaysia?

During MWC 2018 early this year, we were introduced to the Huawei MateBook X Pro, a rather powerful machine in a sleek and slim chassis. It appears that this laptop may soon be reaching Malaysia.

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The folks over at Huawei Malaysia appears to have registered a laptop with SIRIM which had the model number of “MACH-W29”. This model number is referring to the very same MateBook X Pro which was introduced at MWC 2018.
At the moment, there is no concrete information as to whether Huawei Malaysia will indeed be launching this premium laptop, and when if it does indeed happen. It’s no surprise that they are interested to bring their range of laptops here in Malaysia so this may just be a question of when rather than if.
We will be reporting on the matter as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Source: Lowyat.net
Pokdepinion: Now, I’m hoping I don’t have to sell of a kidney or something for it. It does seem like a rather attractive machine to use for work. Would you guys be interested to see us review this machine, if / when it launches in Malaysia?
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Malaysia Beats Out Indonesia and 18 Other Countries In Opensignal’s Group Video Call Analysis

Opensignal has just released an analysis report where they measure users’ voice and video experience during group video calls across 75 countries including Malaysia. In this report, Opensignal found that Malaysia managed to avoid the bottom 20% of the table with a score of 24.7 out of 100 points. Based on the report, the higher the scores, the higher the likelihood that all smartphone users in a group call had an adequate experience.
Opensignal reports Malaysia scored above bottom 20 countries
Japan scored the highest in Opensignal’s report, with a score of 68.7 points while Algeria sits at the bottom of the charts with just 3.5 points. Interestingly, in this analysis Opensignal observed several smaller-size countries scoring particularly well in comparison to many of the larger economies.

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Furthermore, the top ten countries in Opensignal’s analysis scored between 58.8 points and 68.7 points. They included mature mobile markets in Europe such as the Netherlands, Belgium and Denmark, as well as industrialized economies in the Asia Pacific region, such as Japan, South Korea and Singapore.
On the other side of the coin, the lowest ten countries scored 18.7 points and below, and included developing countries from Africa, South America and the Asia Pacific region. Based on the analysis report, Malaysia scored higher than that of Indonesia, Cambodia, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Pakistan.
You can read Opensignal’s full report right here.
Pokdepinion: While I am glad that we’re not at the bottom of the charts but I do think that it’s high time we improve our mobile infrastructure for better overall results next time around.
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Soulja Boy Claims He Made Reggie Fils-Aime Retire as Nintendo of America President

I made him retire 🤷🏾♂ https://t.co/ibQiCfIHjZ
— Soulja Boy “Draco” (@souljaboy) February 22, 2019

Last week, we reported that Reggie Fils-Aime, the President for Nintendo of America, will be stepping down this April 2019. If you missed out on that, click right here to get up to speed. While this would normally be a time to appreciate what he’s done for Nintendo and the industry, there’s bound to be someone that isn’t particularly “classy” about the situation.
Artist Soulja Boy, who has been releasing his line of video game products, went on Twitter to claim that he retired Reggie Fils-Aime as President of Nintendo of America. To be precise, he quoted a tweet on what Reggie Fils-Aime’s announcement.

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For those of you who have been keeping track of what’s been happening, Soulja Boy has been making knockoff Nintendo products. He even went as far as challenging Nintendo to come after him, which they apparently did. Soon, he went to make a knockoff PS Vita instead.
Now, what he said may simply be a joke, and his own way of acknowledging the retirement. It’s a weird way to do so but people are unique after all. The tweet has been met with quite some backlash so if you want to have a good laugh, check out all the replies that he got from that tweet.
Reggie will be succeeded by Doug Bowser when he finally steps down. There are bound to be some interesting things happening this year, especially with E3 2019 just around the corner by then. We’ll just have to wait and see what will happen next for the company.
Pokdepinion: If he is actually serious about what he tweeted, then I have never met anyone as delusional as he is.
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ASUS VivoWatch SP marks ASUS’ return into wearables with an ECG sensor!

ASUS announced the VivoWatch SP, their latest wearable after a long hiatus from the scene. The intelligent wearable health tracker is designed to provide comprehensive monitoring of your current health and fitness status, and also provide tips to improve them.
The ASUS VivoWatch SP packs a total of four of ECG and PPG sensors, allowing it to calculate pulse transit time (PTT) which will be read out as your blood pressure. On top of that, it can also monitor your heart rate, sleep, activity and also stress levels, giving you better insight into your current health status.
ASUS’ implementation of the ECG sensor also allows for all-day monitoring of your body’s sympathetic and parasympathetic response, which it will then use to calculate a Vitality Index and Relax Index. These two scores are then used to calculate a Body Harmony Index of your body’s overall stress response.

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As a fitness-oriented wearable, the usuals like exercise tracking, step counter and all-day heart rate monitoring are also available. It also offers SpO2 monitoring, which allows you to optimize your workout to stay within the optimal VO2 range. For the outdoorsy type, there’s also GPS tracking and an altimeter built into the ASUS VivoWatch SP for speed, distance, duration, altitude and elevation tracking on your hiking adventures.
The companion ASUS HealthConnect app compiles all these information into easy-to-understand graphs and also harnesses ASUS HealthAI to provide personalized tips based on the data collected to improve your lifestyle habits. It can also provide menstrual cycle tracking to help women estimate their ovulation and fertility and get some insight into their overall health.
Despite packing so much features, the ASUS VivoWatch SP promises up to 14 days of battery life. It is also water resistant up to 50m, so you can wear it with you anywhere you go. For customizability, there’s a variety of watchfaces to select from to personalize the 1.34″ LTPS TFT LCD, and the ASUS VivoWatch SP also supports standard quick-release watch bands to quickly change up the look to fit your outfit of the day.
ASUS VivoWatch SP Specs

Display
1.34″ 320 x 300 LTPS TFT LCD, always-on display

Sensors
ECG, PPG, gravity, GPS, altimeter sensors

Features
Pulse transit time (blood pressure), pulse O2 level, heart rate, de-stress level, Body Harmony, sleep quality, exercise duration, calories burned, distance, speed, steps taken, stairs climbed, altitude reached, route map, pace coaching

Battery
200mAh
10 ~ 14 days battery life

Water resistance
5 ATM

Dimensions
53.5 x 46.5 x 14.2 mm

Weight
62g (with silicone strap)

Price
RM1499

The ASUS VivoWatch SP is priced at RM1499 and is available in Malaysia now. It is covered by a 2 year warranty.
Pokdepinion: Seems a bit pricey for a non-WearOS wearable with an LCD display… I think a lot of people would have preferred an OLED panel to go with it. But I guess for those who need the ECG feature, the price is pretty reasonable.
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PS4 System Software Update 5.0 “Nobunaga”; Stream 60FPS Directly to Twitch

Sony Interactive Entertainment has begun showing off the PS4 System Software Update 5.0 “Nobunaga”, which is slowly starting to roll out to users.
PS4 System Software Update 5.0 “Nobunaga”

Sony Interactive Entertainment just showed off their PS4 system software update 5.0 and codenamed “Nobunaga”. The update is said to require 347.4MB of your bandwidth, and this time it’s a major one.
Among the new features included in the update are an overhauled family system, better friend list management (including the ability to follow anyone), improved broadcast features, messages and notifications, team tournaments, virtual surround sound for PlayStation VR and more.

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The 1st video is about the ability to livestream on Twitch at 1080p and 60 FPS. The 2nd trailer highlights the improvement to the control of notifications, letting players decide where those pesky pop-ups will appear, and where they won’t.

The 3rd video showcases the ability to select specific gaming group among your friends. It’s certainly nice for the social ones among us who have a ton of friends on their PS4.
It’s worth mentioning that unlike small incremental updates, this one is mandatory, and you’ll be prompted to update as soon as you connect to the PlayStation Network.

Later today you should be able to download it from here if you’re in North America and here if you’re in Europe. At the moment, it’s rolling out to PS4s in the Asia region so if you don’t have it yet, just give it a bit more time.
The latest sizable update to the PS4 was released in March, and was numbered 4.50. It included external HDD support, Boost Mode for PS4 Pro, custom wallpapers, and more.

Pokdepinion: Well, we have a major update on our hands for the PlayStation 4. I always found it kinda unattractive to stream directly via the PS4 and would rather get a capture card. Well, I already have one anyway but I’ll probably give it a try and see if it’s any good. The other parts of the Nobunaga update is useful though.
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NSFW Content Banned on Discord for iOS And Here’s Why

Did you know that NSFW content cannot be viewed on Discord for iOS specifically? It’s perfectly fine if you’re on Windows PC or Android even. Here is why the content ban is very specific.
NSFW Content Banned on Discord for iOS

Apple’s regressive stance on sexual content being available on its largest platform is verging on a full on moral panic and it’s really gross. Entire businesses and communities have been crushed by it, and it often hurts queer and trans communities most.https://t.co/jfGfhpPBZm
— Matthew Bischoff (@mb) April 13, 2021

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Earlier this week, Discord announced that iOS users will no longer have access to NSFW channels and content. In case you didn’t know, entire servers and specific channels can have the NSFW designation in order to prevent underage users from getting access to them. Unfortunately now, even Adults using iPhones will not be able to access them.
It still works fine on Android, Windows PC, and browser, in case you were wondering. The reason it affects iOS users specifically is because it is for them to comply with Apple’s policies. With that being said, there are exceptions to this rule, such as if you are running an NSFW server to begin with.
This sounds strange, and we’re certain that Discord isn’t doing this on purpose at least. After all, people can still get the full experience if they used the browser version instead of the app after all. It doesn’t seem like the ban will be extended to other platforms for now but in case that happens, we will report as soon as information becomes available.
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Pokdepinion: Well, it’s a sad day for the iPhone camp, that’s for sure. Of course, if you don’t use Discord much then that’s fine but otherwise…I shall not say too much on this :-P
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PlayStation 5 Leaked Price Suggests That We Should Start Saving Money Early

We know how powerful the PlayStation 5 console is going to be. We also have a rough idea as to when we can expect it to be officially launched. Now, we have a good idea as to how much it will be priced, and I suggest you to starting saving up.
Previously, ComicBook reported on a Slovakian retailer ProGamingShop listing the PlayStation 5 price as €499. While many may have the misconception that it will be higher in USD, applying for direct currency conversion is almost never accurate for countries that Sony / PlayStation has an official presence in. It’s likely that it will be USD $499 (RM2,088.81 approximately).
This is interesting as it echoes the statement of a alleged PlayStation developer who mentioned a year ago that it will indeed be priced at USD $499. ComicBook also went on to speculate that the release date of the PlayStation 5 will mirror the original PlayStation console, on 4th December 2020.

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It’s been said that Sony is going to be skipping out on a November release and opt for December instead as they want to get their hands on as many 7nm custom AMD chips for the PS5. It appears that they don’t want to risk having a shortage in stock early on, especially with rival console Xbox Scarlett popping up around the same time.
For now, do take this information with a grain of salt. Sony is expected to officially reveal the PlayStation 5 in February 2020. We will likely hear the exact release date and pricing then. We do expect to hear more as we approach the date so stay tuned to Pokde.net for further details.
Source: BGR
Pokdepinion: If it’s accurate, the price isn’t too bad especially considering what you’re getting. Though I do wonder what storage capacity the base model will have.
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HyperX Has A New Twitch VTuber Named “Kura”

The next brand ambassador of the HP’s subsidiary brand is apparently a virtual one.

VTubers are a subset of content creators (originated from YouTube, hence the name) that relies on a virtual anime character – and now HyperX has one. Her name is Himura Kuraudo – or “Kura”. The company hopes to connect with the VTuber community with this avatar, as she represent “a direct reflection of HyperX’s efforts to embrace all gamers, online creators and fans alike”.

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She even has a statement to say: “I’m excited to work with HyperX and be a part of their growing family. To be brought into this space of immense creativity and uniqueness with my very own persona created in such an authentic way is truly humbling. I’m thrilled to be a part of an organization that values inclusivity and aims to make a positive impact on others and look forward to collaborating with others and connecting with fans on my journey.”
The creation of Kura isn’t down to the company effort alone. HyperX has brought in several independent artists, including designer and illustrator Rosuuri – responsible for character design; character rigging (a method to animate characters) is handled by freelance group Iron Vertex.
Kura’s name also has its origins. Her first name, Kuraudo is basically a Japanese romaji pronunciation of the word “Cloud” – the model name for the company’s renowned gaming headset line. “Himura” as her last name represents “scarlet, dark red” and “town, village”, both representing the company’s signature color and its humble beginnings.
She will go live every Wednesday 11am PST (Thursday 3am Malaysian Time) on HyperX’s Twitch channel.
Pokdepinion: Imagine a Kura Edition Cloud Alpha though.
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MSI MEG Z590 UNIFY-X sets world record with DDR4-7200 overclock

As we have previously noted, the 11th Gen Intel Core processors come with a significantly more capable integrated memory controller. The processors have been used to break the DDR4 memory overclocking world record, not once, but twice. The first saw DDR4-7156 on the MSI MEG Z590I UNIFY, and now, DDR4-7200 on the MSI MEG Z590 UNIFY-X. Yes, MSI broke their own record.
Toppc used the MSI MEG Z590 UNIFY-X to push the Kingston HyperX Predator DDR4 memory to DDR4-7200. The previous record of DDR4-7156 was also set with a similar 16GB kit of HyperX Predator DDR4 memory, so it seems that these memory kits are pretty impressive. It’s quite interesting that MSI managed to break the record set by their own flagship ITX motherboard, considering that ITX boards are usually more conducive for extreme memory overclocking than standard ATX motherboards, given the shorter traces between the CPU and the memory.

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However as the MSI MEG Z590 UNIFY-X only touts two DIMM slots instead of the standard four, the trace length and layout might not be that different from the ITX board after all. In fact it appears that the MSI MEG Z590 UNIFY-X is purpose-built for memory overclocking, and as the world record proves, it is definitely up to the task.
LN2 was used to chill the CPU and memory, but I guess that doesn’t come as a surprise to anyone. It definitely points towards impressive overclocking, that’s enabled by not only the MSI MEG Z590 UNIFY-X motherboard, but also the 11th Gen Intel Core CPUs. I do look forward to more world records being broken by the Rocket Lake processors!

If you plan on trying your hand at some serious overclocking, you will have to wait for a bit. Unfortunately, MSI has yet to officially announce the MSI MEG Z590 UNIFY-X at the time of writing. But do stay tuned for when it finally arrives on the market, as I do believe it will be a good competition to the hardcore overclocking motherboards on the market like the ASRock Z590 OC Formula and the ROG Maximus XIII Apex.
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Pokdepinion: With ASUS breaking world records on core frequency and MSI on the memory frequency, I wonder if any of the motherboard vendors will attempt a world record for overclocking the integrated graphics?
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KLEVV S1 and R1 Portable SSDs are fast and pretty!

KLEVV has just announced two of their latest products, the KLEVV S1 and KLEVV R1 portable SSDs. Both are designed to endure the daily rigors of being brought around with you all day, with sturdy yet stylish designs.
KLEVV S1 – up to 2000MB/s speeds!

The KLEVV S1 come as a sleek squarish puck, with a metal-like border and a glossy top surface for that premium aesthetic. Meanwhile on the underside, you have a practical serrated aluminum heatsink to help dissipate heat efficiently for sustained performance even in intense conditions.

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Speeds of up to 2000MB/s is available from the KLEVV S1 over the USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 interface. Thanks to the USB-C connector, the KLEVV S1 is compatible with just about every Windows PC and Mac out there, and with the included Type-C to Type-A adapter, it is compatible with every system out there. You can get the KLEVV S1 in 1TB and 2TB capacities.
KLEVV R1 – a unique dual-texture design

A candybar external SSD is pretty mainstream, but it seems like KLEVV still manages to make it interesting. The KLEVV R1 features a nice dual-texture design, with a black top cover and a translucent underside that shows off the SSD within. While nice and compact, you do get a copper heatsink built into the KLEVV R1 to facilitate better heat dissipation.
The KLEVV R1 runs on the USB 3.2 Gen 2 interface, enabling speeds of up to 1000MB/s on Windows, Mac OS and Android systems over USB-C. Similar to the KLEVV S1, the R1 also comes with a Type-C to Type-A adapter to make it compatible with most PCs out there. You can get the KLEVV R1 in both 500GB and 1TB capacities.

The KLEVV R1 is already available now, with the KLEVV S1 set to arrive in Q4 2021. Both will be available with a free copy of Do Your Data Recovery Technician to help you recover any data that you might have accidentally deleted or formatted.
Pokdepinion: The KLEVV R1 does look like something I would love to have in my laptop bag to be able to quickly copy files.
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HONOR View20 vs HONOR 20 — by the numbers

We have seen many questions in the communities about which HONOR flagship to pick. HONOR now offers three flagship-tier devices, the HONOR View20, HONOR 20 and HONOR 20 Pro. The former two are priced pretty similarly, so it is understandable if consumers get confused between which of the two to choose. Here we compare the duo to help you decide on which phone to get, depending on what you need.
Get the HONOR View20 if…
1. …you enjoy mobile gaming

The HONOR View20 is HONOR’s best smartphone for gaming yet. It features a liquid cooling system to help sustain optimal performance even during extended gaming sessions. There’s also a headphone jack to plug in some earphones for a better audio experience when gaming. Both these features are absent on the HONOR 20.

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2. …you think AR gaming is fun

In addition to the primary 48MP f/1.8 camera, the HONOR View20 sports a 3D ToF camera on its back. While its uses for photography are somewhat limited to AI Slimming and also portrait mode enhancements, HONOR used the 3D ToF sensor to offer something unique. With AR games like Fancy Skiing and Fancy Darts to play around with, the HONOR View20 can easily turn into a party trick at a moment’s notice.
3. …you like them big

If you prefer having bigger batteries and bigger screens, the HONOR View20 is right up your alley. The HONOR View20 sports an expansive 6.4″ HONOR AllView display and a large 4000 mAh battery that just enhances your smartphone experience.
Meanwhile, the following are reasons for you to pick the HONOR 20 over the HONOR View20:
Get the HONOR 20 if…
1. …you like taking photos

The HONOR 20’s main claim to fame is its quad-camera setup. While the HONOR View20’s camera setup is no slouch either, the HONOR 20’s is quite a bit better. In addition to the 48MP f/1.8 Sony IMX586 primary camera shared with the HONOR View20, the HONOR 20 throws in an additional 16MP f/2.2 super-wide camera, a 2MP f/2.4 macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. I have always been a fan of the different perspective that ultra-wide lenses bring to the table, and the HONOR 20 delivers it. For those who prefer taking photos of tiny objects, the Super Macro feature will also come in handy.
Even the selfie camera on the HONOR 20 is improved, with a 32MP f/2.0 selfie camera here instead of the HONOR View20’s 25MP one.
2. …you prefer smaller phones

While I personally prefer larger displays, I am sure there are those from the fairer sex who find big phones unwieldy to use daily. The HONOR 20 features a considerably smaller body and yet offer a large 6.26″ HONOR AllView display with an amazing 91.76% screen-to-body ratio. The sacrifice is a smaller 3750 mAh battery, but the Kirin 980 is efficient enough that a day’s battery life is easily achievable even with the smaller battery.
HONOR View20 vs HONOR 20 Specs

HONOR View20
HONOR 20

CPU
Kirin 980 (2 x Cortex-A76 @ 2.6 GHz + 2 x Cortex-A76 @ 1.92 GHz + 4 x Cortex-A55 @ 1.8 GHz), 7nm FinFET

GPU
Mali-G76MP10 @ 720 MHz

RAM
Up to 8GB LPDDR4x
6GB LPDDR4x

Storage
Up to 256GB UFS 2.1
128GB UFS 2.1

Camera
Rear Camera(s)
48MP f/1.8, Sony Exmor IMX 586, 0.8μm pixels + 3D TOF sensor
AIS, PDAF, laser AF, 48MP AI Ultra Clarity, Night Mode
Front Camera
25MP f/2.0 selfie camera
Rear Camera(s)
48MP f/1.8, Sony Exmor IMX 586, 0.8μm pixels + 16MP f/2.2 super wide angle + 2MP f/2.4 macro lens + 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor
AIS, PDAF, LED flash, 48 AI Ultra Clarity, Super Night mode
Front Camera
32MP f/2.0 selfie camera

Battery
Li-Po 4000 mAh
22.5W HUAWEI SuperCharge
Li-Po 3750 mAh
22.5W HUAWEI SuperCharge

Dimensions
156.9 x 75.4 x 8.1 mm
153.25 x 73.97 x 7.87 mm

Weight
180g
175g

Price
6GB + 128GB: RM1499
8GB + 256GB: RM1899
RM1699

I hope this comparison helps you decide on whether the HONOR 20 or HONOR View20 is a better fit for you! Both phones are designed to satisfy their specific niches, and depending on what you need your phone for, you can pick one or the either. As a bonus, regardless whether you choose the HONOR View20 or HONOR 20, you will enjoy 1+1 extended warranty. Also, HONOR is now running their 62nd National Day Double Celebration, so you will be getting a lot more freebies with both the HONOR 20 and HONOR View20. What other devices would you like to see us compare? Let us know in the comments!
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Twitter is Banning Anyone Who Uses This Harsh Word

Twitter has been doing their part to keep their social platform as clean as possible. As such, there will be updates to rules, regulations, and actions taken by the social media giant from time to time. The latest move has them banning users for using a harsh word regardless of context.
That word is none other than “retard”. Even the variation, “retarded” will get you banned.

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This is particularly interesting because last year, Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey said, in an interview with Joe Rogan, that they don’t want to regulate conversations or censor words on their platform. They will only do it in cases of targeted harassment, essentially saying that context matters. That doesn’t appear to be the case here as users have started to get banned for using the word regardless of context.
This Isn’t Even The First Wave of Bans Twitter Has Taken Recently
Previously, Twitter started to crack down on users that used the term “okay boomer” as it is deemed to be targeted harassment towards the elderly. With the social media platform banning users in waves more often recently, this may end up getting people turned off from the platform.
We’ll be reporting more on the matter as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Personally, I think if there’s no reason to use the word, you wouldn’t want to use it anyway. Granted, some memes / jokes may require it for a punchline but I think the internet has evolved to a point that it can substitute anything and still retain its comedic value, if not improve it even further.
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Razer Basilisk Ultimate Review — greatness comes at great cost

Razer has been releasing some awesome mice recently, with the Razer Viper Ultimate being the first-of-its-kind ambidextrous mouse with the best sensor and arguably the best switches you can get in a gaming mouse to date. Meanwhile, the mouse we are looking at today is the Razer Basilisk Ultimate, which is what might be the second coming of one of my favorite Razer mice to date. Cutting wires and with more bling, will it be the perfect mouse?
Unboxing

There’s no way you will mistake Razer’s packaging for any other brand’s. With bright green sides and a black lid, the Razer Basilisk Ultimate will definitely stand out on any shelf.

What I would consider less outstanding is that there’s no way to actually check out the mouse before you buy it and cut open the seals. Some other brands offer a flip door for you to “feel” the mouse behind injection moulded plastic, but this one doesn’t give you any opportunities for that.

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In the box you get a beautiful charging dock, a sweet 1.8m long paracorded cable, some stickers and the clutch key that will fit into the Razer Basilisk Ultimate in place of the rubber cover that comes installed from the factory.
Appearance

Let’s get something out of the way first: the new Razer Basilisk Ultimate has little in common with the original Basilisk Razer released in 2018. It’s edgier, longer, slimmer and a hair flatter, and you can see that the curvature has been changed up a bit. Last but least, the glossy lines are a nice update to add some flair to the otherwise unusually sedate design of the Razer Basilisk. All in all, good changes.

The glossy bits extend all the way to the back, and even the side buttons are glossy. Under the left click button lies a nice RGB strip, an eight-zone one, no less. You can see the thumb rest extends out quite a bit, which reminds me of the Logitech G502 a bit more than the Razer Basilisk which had a more moderate extension. And you also get the clutch button, just like on the Razer Basilisk. But this time around you only get one, so you can take it or leave it, unlike with the original Razer Basilisk which came with two different sizes to choose from.

Instead of the ribbed rubber grips on the Razer Basilisk and Razer Lancehead which ended up becoming dust traps, the new texture is even grippier and easier to clean, which I must say it’s a win. Razer designed the grip area to be a bit flatter here, so that it will work with more grip styles than the curvy shape of the original Basilisk. Oh and there’s a 4-zone RGB strip under the right clicker.

The included charging dock also comes with RGB, but unfortunately it’s a single zone one. Charging is carried out via the two pogo pins, and Razer placed a USB pass-through on the charging dock too for you to slot in the dongle there.
Razer Viper Ultimate Specifications
Body materialTextured rubber side grips, matte plastic shell, glossy highlightsSensorRazer Focus+ Optical Sensor650 IPS50G accelerationAsymmetric cut-off distanceDPI100 ~ 20,000 DPI, 50 DPI incrementsUSB report rate125/250/500/1000 HzSwitch typeRazer Optical Mouse Switches rated for 70 million clicksCable1.8m Razer Speedflex cable, detachableBattery lifeUp to 100 hoursWeight107 gram excluding cableDimensions130 x 60 x 42 mm
User Experience

The Razer Basilisk Ultimate, being an ergonomic right-handed mouse, would only work for the majority of us. Southpaws need not apply. With that said, I do enjoy using it for my relatively large hands, and I do think Razer nailed the shape pretty well. A bit more flaring on the right side would have been better for pinky support though.

The tracking of the Razer Basilisk Ultimate is flawless, with no acceleration or smoothing as far as I can see in games. It does get kind of silly at 20 000 DPI though. Any slight movement of your hand will get translated into a very ugly mess. I am quite certain no human can comfortably use this high a DPI, but hey, if you are one of them who can, it’s available on the Razer Basilisk Ultimate. There’s also the ability to enable asymmetric cut-off distance, so that it will start and stop tracking at different heights from the mouse pad.

Aside from the cutting edge sensor, Razer also used the latest Razer Optical Mouse Switches here for the main clickers. I must say I am not a huge fan though, as they felt less clicky compared to the Omron switches I am used to. They aren’t bad, but if given the choice, I would go for the Omron switches. The rest of the buttons are pretty good too, with precise clicks on the side buttons and one of the best scroll clicks I have ever encountered.

Speaking of the scroll wheel, Razer threw in adjustable resistance on the Razer Basilisk Ultimate too. The feature debuted on the original Razer Basilisk, and I am glad that they didn’t drop it from the Razer Basilisk Ultimate. The glides are all 100% PTFE, for an effortless glide on any surface. At least, it offered a great experience on my ROG Scabbard.

If, for some reason, you miss wires, you can use the Razer Basilisk Ultimate in wired mode, although it would be kinda silly to use such a good wireless mouse with a cord connected. Razer is prepared for you with the most pliable cable I have ever tried. With that said, there’s no reason to go wired as there’s no perceptible latency and the battery life will easily last you a whole day without fuss. The only minor hiccup I encountered was when waking the mouse from sleep, where there is a small delay of about half a second before it starts tracking.
In my usage, I managed to squeeze out two and a half days before hitting 10% battery life. If you end the day by putting the Razer Basilisk Ultimate onto the charging dock, you would not have any issues at all. This is with the mouse having all the RGB active and turning itself off after 5 minutes of idle, so I would consider the results pretty impressive.

And of course, Razer Synapse is as good as always. For some reason however, the tilt scrolling isn’t set by default to side-scroll, instead it’s a “Repeat Scroll” button. And side-scrolling is not a supported function by the onboard profiles. I find that really dumb but I am just about to forgive it for the beauty that Chroma Studio is.
Conclusion

The Razer Basilisk Ultimate is definitely going down as one of my favorite mice. It has an awesome shape, the wireless connection is great and the all of the buttons including the side-scrolling are near perfect. If you are out to get the ultimate ergonomic gaming mouse, this might just be it. It’s not the lightest out there, but hey, it’s packed so full of features I honestly don’t care. What I find less agreeable is the price tag of RM659 though. That’s what one would reasonably pay for a keyboard and mouse. But, if you can stomach the price, this might be one of the most feature-rich mice you can get this year, with almost every brand dropping bells-and-whistles from their mice in a bid to lose weight.

Our thanks to Razer Malaysia for sending us the Razer Basilisk Ultimate for review.
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JOI’s exclusive 11.11 promotion on the JOI Book series is definitely worth checking out

11th November is the time of sales, and any discerning shopper would wait until this time to get their latest devices. JOI is also joining the 11.11 sales, with more than 23% off on the JOI Book series of laptops.

The JOI Book 100 sees its price slashed from RM1199 to just RM995 during 11.11, which is a huge discount for the already affordable ultraportable notebook. The JOI Book 100’s full-metal build, 14.1″ FHD screen with narrow bezels, 1.35kg weight and efficient Intel® Celeron® N3450 for 6-hour battery life are probably some of the main highlights of the JOI Book 100, making it the perfect fit for students who need a light laptop to carry around all day. It comes in a pretty Rose Gold color too.

Meanwhile if you want a bit more grunt, there’s also the JOI Book 150, which packs a beefier Intel® Celeron®  N4100 processor. Priced at RM1111 exclusively on 11.11 instead of the usual price of RM1299, the JOI Book 150 offers the same portability with just a bit more oomph in its all-metal chassis. The JOI Book 150 comes in elegant Gold and Dark Grey color options.

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That’s not all though, in addition to slashing the prices of the JOI Book 100 and Book 150 this 11.11, JOI is also going to bundle an additional RM320 worth of freebies, including a free 256GB M.2 SATA SSD, an Anti-Theft Backpack and 1-year license for F-Secure Client Security Premium License.

JOI’s 11.11 offers will be available at all GLOO outlet stores in major AEON malls, as well as their online channels including Lazada, Shopee, Lelong and GLOO.com.my.
In addition to the JOI 11.11 promotion, you can keep an eye out for GLOO’s livestreams on their Facebook page to win some free merchandise. There will be two sessions:
10th November 2019, 8.30pm11th November 2019, 12.30pm
All you need to do is tune in to the livestream and there will be mini interactive games where they will be giving out freebies!
Pokdepinion: RM995 for a laptop that light does seem pretty attractive.
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Malaysia: Cabinet Approves National Digital Identity to Authenticate Online Identity

Earlier today, the Malaysian government has given the green light on the implementation of the National Digital Identity initiative. It is designed to improve the credibility of online applications and digital identity of citizens.
The announcement was made by the Ministry of Communications and Multimedia, who also mentioned that they will be spearheading the initiative to improve the citizens’ confidence in the digital economy.

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The Ministry of Communications and Multimedia will spearhead the initiative, while a detailed study on the implementation model will be carried out by Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).
The detailed study that was mentioned involves a comprehensive 9-month study starting next month. It will be done to identify and asses the National Digital Identity framework prior to advising the government as to how to go about the implementation.
The National Digital Identity will be an advanced identity authentication method which is expected to be used on government and government-related websites, making digital payments, and setting up accounts for the first time. There’s no word on whether this will extend to social media, neither is there an idea on how it will be implemented on other online services, due to it still being in its infancy.
It’s supposed to be a one-stop login solution they will make it easier to login without relying on usernames and passwords. According to Minister Gobind Singh Deo, a goal of the initiative is to developer a “platform of trust” in order to prevent fraud, scam, cheating, and related cases online.
The National Digital Identity is expected to be officially launched sometime in the middle of 2020. It’s worth noting that the National Digital Identity is in no way a replacement for your National Registration Identification Card (NRIC). Unlike your NRIC, it is also not mandatory to have for citizens of Malaysia.
Source: Malay Mail
Pokdepinion: This will certainly make the lives of Malaysians easier and in a sense more secure online. A bit worried about potential data leaks but I would like to see what it will be like when it’s finally implemented.
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Google AI Chatbot “Bard” Is Here, As The Search Engine Arms Race Begins

The search engine giant clearly sees a huge threat from its competitors such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT – which is soon to be integrated into its main rival search engine, Microsoft Bing.
Image: Google
In what is likely a response to the recent popularity of AI chatbot ChatGPT, Google has just introduced its own AI-powered chatbot. Last month, Google declared “code red” internally, which signals an immediate threat to its businesses. Named “Bard” – the chatbot is currently undergoing preliminary testing through a small group of testers, and is expected to be released in the coming weeks.
Of course, Google didn’t just immediately came up with Bard in a few months or few weeks. The project started off as LaMDA (Language Model for Dialogue Applications) two years ago – and Bard runs a lightweight version of it. “We’ll combine external feedback with our own internal testing to make sure Bard’s responses meet a high bar for quality, safety, and groundedness in real-world information,” says Sundar Pichai, CEO of Google and its parent company, Alphabet.

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With AI chatbots poised to reinvent search as we know it, expect search engines to look somewhat different as these chatbots get integrated into various search engines, including Google. CNBC reported that the company’s web designers are currently working on a new search function for conversational-based queries – the same thing that ChatGPT does today.
As for the ChatGPT itself – Microsoft has been on the record saying the AI chatbot will see its presence in Bing at some time in the future, and even gave away a sneak peek of it (the search box now says “Ask me anything…” instead). As of this writing Microsoft is hosting a press event – which sees the Redmond tech giant to have an updated version of ChatGPT called the “Prometheus Model”, infused into Bing and Edge.
Source: PCMag | The Verge
Pokdepinion: While this is quite a revolution in how the search engines work moving forward – I imagine the traditional query-based search method will still find its place despite the AI’s presence. (I for one would just type a word instead of a full sentence if I know what I’m looking for, for example.)
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Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Best Value for Money TWS?

Unboxing the Tronsmart Onyx Ace
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Box

Inside the box of the Tronsmart Onyx Ace, you are expected to get at least the following items:
USB Type-C cableUser guideWarranty cardCharging caseThe Tronsmart Onyx Ace earphones themselves
Appearance
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Earphones
The Tronsmart Onyx Ace is a very affordable pair of true wireless earphones. The design of the earphones themselves are reminiscent of the Apple Airpods, but it does pack a lot more inside, which we’ll take a look at in detail in the User Experience section. For our review unit, we received the white colour variant, but there is also a black one.
Starting from the back, you have the multifunction touch sensor at the top for both sides in a silvery line. This is also where you can two of four quad-microphone setup, which is a hole on the upper part of the silver line. On the bottom part is the indicator light, which is present on both sides.

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Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Microphone hole and charging contacts
The final two microphones are located on the bottom of the earphones, at the end of the stem. There are three holes located here; one for the microphone and two for the charging contacts.
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Earpiece
Moving over to the front, you have the earpiece themselves, which many of may see it as the Airpods-style. In case you’re not sure what it’s actually called, it’s semi-in-ear as it doesn’t fully go inside your ear.
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review -Charging case
As for the charging case itself, it’s very small and simple. You have the indicator light right at the center, with the Trosnmart logo below it. The USB-C port is located on the bottom of the charging case. Upon opening the charging case, you’ll see two holes for the earphones. At first glance, it looks like it’s simply to store the earphones when in reality, the charging case is located deep in the hole, which is a bit tricky to see.
Overall, the Tronsmart Onyx Ace has a trendy, yet simplistic look that most consumers should not have any issues with. If you’re not a fan of in-ear or just like this type of earphones, I’m sure you’ll enjoy this one. If you think this is just some Apple Airpods knock-off, then you’re going to feel differently in the User Experience section.
Specifications
Drivers13mm DriversFrequency Response20Hz – 20,000HzImpedance32ΩChipQualcomm QCC3020Supports aptX, AAC, SBC, DSPMicrophone4 x microphones-42dB ± 1dB sensitivityHeadphone TypeAirpods-style Semi-in-earConnectorWiredUSB-CWirelessBluetooth 5.0 with HFP, HSP, AVRCP, A2DPWireless Range15mNoise-cancellingYes, cVc 8.0 noise cancellation, Environment Noise CancellationBatteryEarphones40 mAh, Up to 5 Hours Use, 60 hours standbyCharging Case400 mAh, Up to 24 hours use, 90 days standbyDimensionsEarphones39 x 16.5 x 16.8 mm, 4g x 2Charging Case48 x 23 x 57.5 mm, 37gColourWhite, Black
User Experience
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Charging case with earphones
Setting up the Tronsmart Onyx Ace is easy. Typically, it will automatically turn on when you take them out of the charging case. However, you can manually power it on / off by holding the multifunction touch sensor on both sides for 3 seconds.
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – LED flashing white
When the Tronsmart Onyx Ace earphones are flashing white, it means that it’s in pairing mode. Simply enable Bluetooth connection on your smartphone / PC / laptop, find the device, and connect to it. This should take you less than 10 seconds to do. In case you run into trouble and would like to reset it, power it off first, and then hold the touch sensor for 10 seconds. If the light indicator flashes rapidly, then you’ve done it correctly.
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Connecting Tronsmart Onyx Ace to Acer Predator Helios 700
The Tronsmart Onyx Ace doesn’t require any software or app to use. You can use it in conjunction with any equalizer software to optimize your listening experience. As for what you can do with the multifunction touch sensor, I’ve listed it right below here for your convenience.
Multifunction Touch Sensor Shortcuts
Power it on / off = Hold both sides for 3 secondsPlay / Pause = Tap either side twiceNext track = Hold the right side for 2 secondsPrevious track = Hold the left side for 2 secondsIncrease volume = Tap the right side onceDecrease volume = Tap on the left side onceAnswer / End phone call = Tap either side twiceRejecting a phone call = Hold either side for 2 secondsActivating voice assistant = Tap either side three times
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review
As for sound quality, the Tronsmart Onyx Ace is pretty good for the price. It’s a little heavy on the bass but it’s not overbearing, and it has decent sound balance. Because it doesn’t seal in your ears like the in-ear types, I tend to put the volume a little bit on the higher side. It may not be the one to replace your favourite headphones, but this is far more convenient to carry. The fact that this has aptX support makes it even more valuable.
The call quality is excellent, as voices go through perfectly fine and it’s even better for the person on the other side. This is because it does have environmental noise cancelling so they can hear your voice clearer. Whenever I have a call, I would rather put this on for a better experience.
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Comfy fit
It’s very comfortable to use the Tronsmart Onyx Ace. In-ears and headphones tend to make my ears feel hot or weary but given the semi-in-ear design, I could wear this for hours without issues. It’s also a lot less disorienting when taking it out compared to using in-ears after extended use.
While the earphones themselves are fine, I feel like the charging case itself feels a bit flimsy and cheap. This is especially noticeable when you open up the charging case as it feels like it wouldn’t take much to break it. With that being said however, it’s worth noting that the earphones themselves have IPX5 water resistance rating. This is great as its much pricier competitors either only have IPX2 or none whatsoever.
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review – Charging contacts in the case
As for battery life, I tend to get about 4 to 4 and a half hours of use before the earphones die out on me. The charging case is able to get about 3 to 4 full charges, which is good enough for me. While some may want the convenience of wireless charging, at this price point, I feel that it’s okay to omit that.
If you want true wireless earbuds and are willing to splurge, check out our review of the Sony WF-1000XM3 by clicking right here.
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Verdict
Tronsmart Onyx Ace Review
The Tronsmart Onyx Ace is a solid pair of true wireless earphones. It’s not the best around, but given the price and all the features packed inside, it’s hard to say no. Sound quality is good, call quality is great, and it’s very comfortable to use even for long hours.
However, I feel like they could use some improvements in sound quality and the charging case’s build quality for added appeal. Despite that, it will be tough to find something that can top this for the price it’s offering, RM169. This is why I’m awarding the Tronsmart Onyx Ace with our Gold Pokdeward.

Big thanks to Tronsmart for sending this to us for the purposes of this review.
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Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition Confirmed for November Release

We’ve heard of Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition all the way back in 2017. However, there wasn’t much about the game for a while. It did have a significant showing at E3 2019 but we still didn’t have a proper release date. That all changed today at Gamescom 2019 which took place at Cologne, Germany.
During Microsoft’s Inside Xbox livestream at Gamescom 2019, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition has a confirmed release date. To be precise it will be coming exclusively to PC on 14th November 2019. The game is already available for pre-order and it will be available through the PC version of Xbox Game Pass.
The release date means that it will be missing its exact 20 year anniversary, which falls on 30th September 2019. It still beats having a buggy, rushed game on release so that’s perfectly fine. Games that will be released on the same week include Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and Pokemon Sword / Shield.

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Fans of the game looking forward to the suite of visual enhancements, multiplayer improvements, and new content through The Last Khans are probably more excited than ever now that its release is pretty close. Once again, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition will be coming exclusively to PC on 14th November 2019. It will also be available on the PC version of Xbox Game Pass.
Pokdepinion: There’s definitely more to be seen at Gamescom 2019 so be sure to stay tuned. Still waiting to see if Age of Empires IV will be shown at the expo or not.
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Edifier NeoBuds Pro Review — great sound at a wallet-friendly price!

Edifier makes some awesome audio products, and they have been really active in the TWS scene recently, pumping out a myriad of options at various price points. Their high-end offerings have also gotten very good, with a full array of features including ANC and low-latency gaming modes, among other things. Today we will be taking a look at the Edifier NeoBuds Pro, their most premium TWS earphones yet. Given their reputation for excellent bang for buck, I am definitely looking to have my mind blown by these!
Unboxing

The packaging of the Edifier NeoBuds Pro definitely exudes its premium intentions. Just look at the shiny chromed finish all over the box! The Hi-Res Audio Wireless emblem is also featured prominently here, reminding you that this is not your average pair of TWS earphones.

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Over on the back we have a short list of features, while the LDAC and LHDC branding gets featured in the upper right corner. For those who aren’t keeping up with the Bluetooth audio codecs out there, you can check out this article. In short, both LDAC and LHDC offer support for a higher bitrate and higher sampling rate, which means that the Edifier NeoBuds Pro will be getting much more data to deliver better sound to your ears.

Once we slide off the chrome sleeve, we are greeted by this emblem, celebrating Edifier’s 25th anniversary. Happy birthday, Edifier!

The opulence of the outer sleeve is continued on the insides of the box. The flap is held down by magnets, and once you open it up, it reveals spikey foam padding that’s not unlike the sound dampening panels you will find in recording rooms. Quite a fancy way to convey the idea that these are truly “pro-level” equipment. The Edifier NeoBuds Pro and its sleek charging case are visible here, and you also get an excellent selection of silicone ear tips to fit your ears. Edifier usually bundles three pairs of tips with their IEMs, but with the Edifier NeoBuds Pro you get a total of seven pairs, including the one that’s already pre-installed on the Edifier NeoBuds Pro itself. They are also antibacterial, just for some added peace of mind.

Under the tray that hosts the Edifier NeoBuds Pro’s charging case and the eartips, you get another level which gives you a cool Edifier 25th anniversary card that can probably be reused as a coaster, a USB-C charging cable, the usual documentation and a soft fabric sleeve.
Appearance

While we are no strangers to Edifier giving their TWS earbuds some beautiful premium cases, the Edifier NeoBuds Pro ups their game by adding a sleek brushed metal panel to highlight the logo. I wish Edifier had gone with an all-metal charging case, but I guess it would have been better for Edifier to focus on upping the game with the earbuds themselves.

What you are looking at here is the status LED display for the charging case. This is a pretty huge step up from the tiny, easily missed LED indicator on the previous flagship TWS earphones, the Edifier TWS NB2 Pro. With this, you can easily see when it’s charging and pairing. And it is also set in a nice little lip, making it easier to flip open the case. I really like this design.

Over on the back, you have the Edifier logo, as well as the USB-C port for charging. Interestingly, Edifier has decided to leave out wireless charging from the Edifier NeoBuds Pro, despite this being a premium tier product. The last Edifier TWS earphones that supports wireless charging is the Edifier TWS 6, and it seems that Edifier has since decided that it just isn’t worth implementing the circuitry to support wireless charging.

Now when we open up the case, we get to lay eyes on the earphones themselves. It seems that Edifier decided not to change up the design much. These look very reminiscent of the Edifier TWS NB2 series, with the only changes being that the Edifier NeoBuds Pro is slightly more curvy versus the Edifier TWS NB2’s sharper design. I am a strong proponent of the “don’t fix what isn’t broken” motto, so I guess this is a really good example, especially when Edifier manages to make it look even better without trying too hard.

The earphones look very sleek, with a dark silver on black design. The overall golf-tee design is still evident here, although Edifier has widened the ANC mic’s grille, presumably to highlight the more impressive ANC capability at play here. The Edifier NeoBuds Pro also drops the wear detection sensor featured on the Edifier TWS NB2 series, for better or worse. More on that later.
Edifier NeoBuds Pro Specifications

Drivers
10mm dynamic driver + Knowles balanced armature

Frequency Response
20 Hz – 40,000 Hz

Sensitivity:
92±3dB

Impedance:
24Ω

Headphone Type
True wireless, in-ear

Connection
Bluetooth 5.0
SBC, AAC, LDAC, LHDC

Wireless Range
10m

Noise-cancelling
Hybrid ANC for playback, 42dB
Noise reduction for calls

Battery
Earphones
Up to 5 hours playback (ANC on)
Up to 6 hours playback (ANC off)
Charging Case
3x Full Charge (Up to 24 hours total)

Weight
Earphones
5.5g x 2
Charging Case
47g (without earpieces)

Colour
Black

User Experience
Pairing
Initial pairing is almost automatic, as all you need to do is to flip open the charging case and the Edifier NeoBuds Pro will start looking for a device to pair with. If you need to pair it with another device, well that’s just a matter of holding down the button in the charging case and it will enter pairing mode. Pretty standard stuff here.

The Edifier NeoBuds Pro is supported by the pretty robust Edifier Connect app, and it seems that Edifier went with a darker theme for the interface. I did double check, and it seems that the app only looks like this with the Edifier NeoBuds Pro, and it still proffers the bright white-blue theme when the TWS NB2 Pro is connected. One other thing that I noticed was that the charging case’s battery level is featured in the app now, which is definitely a nice touch to see just how much juice is left in the tank.

Other features include the ability to switch between three levels of ANC, Ambient Mode and toggle Game Mode from the app. As there’s support for more Bluetooth codecs, you can also switch between LHDC and LDAC in the Edifier Connect app, as well as change the bitrate and sampling rate for LHDC and LDAC, respectively. You can even customize the equalizer, with two presets, as well as changing what do the tap controls on the earphones do, which is a nice improvement over Edifier’s last-gen products.
Sound

Onto the most important aspect of any earphones: the sound. I would say that the Edifier NeoBuds Pro delivers a sound that definitely lives up to its “Pro” moniker. Instead of the bass-centric sound that the Edifier TWS NB2 series delivered, we now get a more balanced sound profile. It’s still leans to the warmer side of things, but we also get exceptional presence in the mids and highs, probably thanks to the addition of the Knowles balanced armature driver that handles the higher frequencies, all the way up to 40 000Hz.
In short, the Edifier NeoBuds Pro is now able to deliver the deep bass and sparkling highs that you expect from a proper pair of headphones. The fact that there are two drivers handling the delivery also results in the bass not drowning out the higher frequencies, for a balanced sound.  The Edifier NeoBuds Pro also delivers a great reproduction of a soundstage, something that I really noticed when listening to Shallow by Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper, where the guitar strums, voices and other instruments sound like they are in a room with me, instead of being in my ears.
While many more affordable TWS earbuds may fail to reproduce the sparkle in the Eagle’s Hotel California, but this definitely has no issue with it whatsoever, with a sweet, detailed sound, without being overly analytical to the point that the highs become sibilant. When transitioning to more bass-centric songs like MONEY by LISA, it takes it all in stride, delivering powerful, controlled bass punches. In short, I absolutely love these.
The Game Mode is supposed to further lower latency over what the LHDC codec offers, but I still noted a rather palpable latency in COD Mobile on POCO F2 Pro, regardless whether I was connected with LHDC or LDAC. The sound does change a little too when you enable Game Mode, with an emphasis on the boominess of the lower frequencies. I am not exactly a fan of it… And with the latency, I wouldn’t recommend the Edifier NeoBuds Pro for gaming applications, at least on Android.

Now let’s talk about the noise cancellation. I would say that I had no complaints about about the Edifier TWS NB2’s capabilities, but Edifier took it up a notch with the Edifier NeoBuds Pro. You can get “adequate” ANC with the low ANC mode, or stronger ANC, depending on how much you want to block out. I found the higher level to add a tad of pressure, especially during quieter moments in your music, while the standard level was more comfortable to wear. The Ambient Mode also appears to have improved, with me hearing the surroundings a lot better than I did with the Edifier TWS NB2 Pro.
Comfort

The bulbous portion of the earphones nestled in my concha quite comfortably, with the stalk sitting right in the intertragal notch in my ears. I do think that Edifier optimized the design, as the bulbous part of the Edifier NeoBuds Pro is actually smaller, and the stalk is narrower, more smoothly curved and also shorter than in previous designs. That might have attributed to the improved comfort.
Oddly enough, the manual illustrates the tap-sensitive to just be the area above the ANC microphone, but it is pretty much the entire outer face of the stalk. I also did mention that you can change up the controls as you like, but here are the default controls:

Left
Right

2x tap: Toggle Ambient Mode / Answer & End call
3x tap: Toggle Standard / Gaming Mode
2x tap: Pause / Play / Answer & End calls
3x tap: Next song

There are no wear detection sensors here, so pausing your music manually is something that you will have to get used to again.
Battery life
Battery life is possibly one of the weakest links for the Edifier NeoBuds Pro. Unlike the previous Edifier earphones that I have tested, the Edifier NeoBuds Pro slightly underwhelms with just over 3 hours of use with ANC on. If you need more juice, turning off ANC does extend the battery life to 5 hours, which is good enough, but it is quite a bit shorter than what I am used to with the Edifier TWS NB2 Pro. On the plus side, 10 minutes of charging is supposed to give you an hour of listening time, so I guess you can give your ears a break on long flights as you charge it back up.
Conclusion

The Edifier NeoBuds Pro is priced at RM449, which is still quite far from the high-end TWS area, but definitely pricier than most of Edifier’s earphones thus far, with the exception of the Edifier TWS6. Even at that price, the Edifier NeoBuds Pro is a very good deal, with a balanced sound and great ANC capabilities that match much, much pricier offerings. The only drawback would be its rather lackluster battery life that only gives you three hours of listening before giving up the ghost, and noticeable latency if you want to use it for gaming.
But, what if you could get it for even less money? Taking a quick look on Shopee, you can get it for RM349 during the 12.12 sale. If you are looking for a pair of earphones in this price range, I think you should just get these. I mean, where else are you going to find a dual-driver earphones with ANC with decent software support and this sleek a design?

Our thanks to Edifier Malaysia for sending us the Edifier NeoBuds Pro for review. You can help support what we do at Pokde.net by checking out the Edifier NeoBuds Pro on Shopee via this affiliate link.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Appears on Geekbench: Here’s What to Expect

Samsung’s highly anticipated Galaxy Z Fold5 is nearing its official unveiling, and the tech giant is now in the final stages of perfecting its performance. As part of this process, Samsung is fine-tuning the device’s capabilities through benchmarking platforms. Today, the global variant of the Galaxy Z Fold5 made an appearance on Geekbench, providing insights into its specifications. With a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, 12GB of RAM, and Android 13, the Galaxy Z Fold5 is set to deliver impressive performance. Let’s delve into the details.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Appears on Geekbench

The Geekbench listing confirms that the Galaxy Z Fold5 will feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, which promises enhanced processing power and efficiency. Coupled with 12GB of RAM, users can expect smooth multitasking and seamless app performance. The inclusion of the latest Android 13 operating system further adds to the device’s potential for optimized functionality and user experience.

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This marks the second time this foldable has supposedly appeared on Geekbench, with the first sighting reportedly being the North American model. The global variant’s appearance reinforces the anticipation surrounding the device’s global release. These benchmark listings provide enthusiasts with a glimpse into the device’s performance capabilities ahead of its official launch.

The Galaxy Z Fold5 is set to launch alongside the Galaxy Z Flip5 in late July, offering consumers a range of innovative features. One standout feature is the new gapless hinge, allowing the phone to close flat for a more seamless user experience. The device is expected to be slightly lighter than its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold4, and may feature improved dust protection. Additionally, advancements in camera technology are highly anticipated, promising enhanced photography and videography capabilities.
With its recent appearance on Geekbench, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 continues to generate excitement among tech enthusiasts.  Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the official release.
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Pokdepinion: The device’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, 12GB of RAM, and Android 13 indicate powerful performance and optimized functionality. As Samsung’s unveiling event approaches, anticipation builds for the launch of the Galaxy Z Fold5 alongside the Galaxy Z Flip5. With new features such as a gapless hinge, improved dust protection, and potentially upgraded cameras, the Galaxy Z Fold5 is poised to deliver a cutting-edge folding smartphone experience.
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Lenovo Launches Star Wars Special Edition Yoga 920 – Coming in at less than 12 parsecs

Are you a Rebel? Or with the Empire?

Lenovo Malaysia has recently announced a new Star Wars Special Edition Yoga 920 and will touch down in Malaysia sometime this coming December, just in time for the new Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The Star Wars Special Edition Yoga 920 will be coming with both a Rebel Alliance edition and a Galactic Empire edition, this will surely be a mouth-watering product for any Star Wars fan out there.

Khoo Hung Chuan, General Manager of Lenovo Malaysia and Singapore had this to say regarding the launch.

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As a proud pioneer of the 2-in-1 convertible laptop, we are excited to introduce the latest
member of our award-winning Yoga Family series to customers and Star Wars fans in
Malaysia in time for the festive season.
Both the Star Wars Special Edition Yoga 920 come with a Gorilla Glass covers with the Rebel Alliance edition sporting a beautiful mirrored white back with an etched Rebel emblem. If you’re feeling a little bad or are just a fan of the Dark Side more than the Light, the Galactic Empire edition, with it’s sleek and black back and a menacing Imperial insignia might be the one for you. Both the Star Wars Special Edition Yoga 920 comes with their signature intricately-tooled watchband hinge, a beautiful all-metal unibody design weighing at just 1.37kg, and a near edgeless 4K display.
Galactic Empire edition Yoga 920
Galactic Empire edition Yoga 920
Galactic Empire edition Yoga 920
Galactic Empire edition Yoga 920
The Star Wars Special Edition Yoga 920, as well as the normal Yoga 920 has four modes which include a normal laptop mode, a stand mode which is ideal for presentations, a tablet mode and a tent mode for viewing movies or videos.
Rebel Alliance edition Yoga 920
Rebel Alliance edition Yoga 920
Rebel Alliance edition Yoga 920
In terms of specifications, the Yoga 920 is rocking an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8550U processor, 16GB memory, 512GB SSD storage and up to 15.5 hours of battery life. It also features a 13.9” UHD wide-angle IPS touchscreen, Windows 10 Home High End and two 2W JBL Speakers and 3W Subwoofer Dolby Atmos. Battery life on the Yoga 920 can last up to 15 and a half hours. As mentioned above, the Yoga 920 weighs at just 1.37kg and has an optional Lenovo Active Pen 2, which enables pen-on-paper precision which offers 4,096 levels of pen sensitivity.
Lenovo also took the time to showcase two more Yoga models, namely the Yoga 520 and the Yoga 720 (without the Star Wars brand however). The Yoga 520 has a 14″ HD or FHD display and features up to 7th Generation Intel Core i7 Processor, Windows 10 Home, up to 16GB DDR4 RAM, up to 512GB PCIe SSD and a 1TB SATA HDD. The Yoga 720 meanwhile has a 13.3″ FHD or UHD display and features up to 7th Generation Intel Core i7 Processor as well with Windows 10 Home or Windows 10 Pro, up to 16GB DDR4 RAM, up to 1TB PCIe SSD, JBL Speakers with Dolby Audio Premium.
In terms of pricing, the Star Wars Special Edition Yoga 920 will set you back at RM 8,888 and will be available sometime in December. It’ll only be available in limited numbers however, so if you want it be sure to grab it quick. The Yoga 520 and Yoga 720 is priced at RM 2,799 and RM 5,599 respectively. The devices available for purchase at Lenovo Exclusive Stores and Lenovo Multi Brand Stores, available in December. It is also available online at Lenovo’s Lazada Store.
That’s not all, Lenovo Malaysia is running a contest right now where 15 lucky Lenovo and Star Wars fans in Malaysia will have a chance to win one of the Funko POP Star Wars Figurines. Fans need to only visit Lenovo Malaysia’s Facebook page and tell them which side they want to be (Rebel Alliance, or Galactic Empire) and why in no more than 25 words. They have to share their answer on the contest Facebook post with the following hashtags: #LenovoGalacticMY #LenovoAllianceMY #StarWars #TheLastJedi #Yoga920 #DifferentIsBetter.
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UGREEN HiTune T1 TWS Earbuds Review – It’s all about the bass… and a few other things

Here we have another UGREEN TWS earbuds in the form of the UGREEN HiTune T1 TWS earbuds. The HiTune T1 boasts features such as superior battery life, advanced noise reduction for clearer calls and a slew of other features. I was impressed with UGREEN’s previous offering, will the UGREEN HiTune T1 be as good or even better? Read on to find out.
UGREEN HiTune T1 Unboxing

The UGREEN HiTune T1 comes packaged in a white hard box with a huge T1 logo at the front while at the back, you can find the earbuds’ specifications and some of its main features. This time around, I didn’t have much issue sliding the lid of the box off as I did with the previous UGREEN HiTune TWS earbuds.

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Once inside, you will find:

The UGREEN HiTune T1 earbuds and charging case
A small box containing a Type-C charging cable and three pairs of replacement ear tips
A user guide

Appearance

Let’s start with the HiTune T1’s charging case first. The charging case has a wide and flat design and comes with a matte black plastic finish which gives it a somewhat premium look. The top of the case has a slightly indented panel with the UGREEN logo at the centre that is slightly lighter in colour than the rest of the case. At the back, you will find the USB Type-C charging port.

The case is pretty comfortable to hold however it is a bit of a fingerprint magnet. The top lid has a bit of a wobble which isn’t really too bad but it does get annoying at times. There is a bit of resistance when opening the case, a feature that I am a huge fan of. This should help prevent the case from accidentally opening when stored in your pocket or your bag. Inside you will find the HiTune T1 earbuds themselves, a single LED indicator in between the earbuds and a small reset button below it.
The earbuds themselves feature a design that’s reminiscent of the AirPods Pro but different and unique enough to stand on its own. The earpiece has a rounded design with a matte black design on the inside with an external glossy finish.

On the stem of the earbuds, you can find a noise-cancelling microphone as well as the touch sensor at the top. While at the bottom of the stem sits an LED indicator, another microphone and the charging connector on the inside. The stem has a dual-tone finish with matte black plastic on the inside and a lighter, grey colour on the outside.
Specifications

Drivers
6mm Drivers

Frequency Response
20Hz – 20,000Hz

Impedance
16Ω

Chip
Airoha AB1536
Supports AAC, SBC

Microphone Sensitivity
-38dB ± 3dB sensitivity

Headphone Type
True wireless, in-ear

Connection
Bluetooth 5.0
USB Type-C

Wireless Range
10m

Noise-cancelling
environmental noise cancellation (ENC)

Battery
Earphones
50mAh, Up to 5.5 Hours Use
Charging Case
500MAh, Up to 24 Hours Use

Colour
Black

Ingress Protection
IPX5 waterproof

User Experience
Pairing
Pairing the UGREEN HiTune T1 did not pose any issues for me. The earbuds will automatically enter pairing mode as soon as you take them out of the charging case. A “BLUETOOTH ON” voice prompt coming from the earbuds indicates a successful connection. For future use, the earbuds will automatically connect to your paired device as soon as you open the case, without even having to take the earbuds out.

As with most true wireless earphones, the UGREEN HiTune T1 earbuds can be paired individually. All you have to do is take one of the earbuds out of the case and pair it to your device. Repeat the process with the other earbud and pair it to a separate device.
Sound
The audio quality of the UGREEN HiTune T1 is pretty satisfactory. The HiTune T1 earbuds are equipped with 6mm graphene dynamic drivers and have a noticeable emphasis on vocals and bass which should make it quite enjoyable for those who prefer more bassy sounds like me.

The earbuds also feature a SuperBass mode which you can toggle that pumps up the bass even more but softens the vocals. For me, the bass is punchy enough in normal mode and has a better balance between the highs and the lows. Though like House music is a lot more enjoyable in SuperBass mode.
Call quality is excellent on the UGREEN HiTune T1. Noise reduction is pretty good, I made a phone call with my car stereo blasting in the background and the person on the other line had no issues hearing me.
I experienced significant audio delays when gaming with these earbuds which honestly does not come to a surprise for me. The audio delays weren’t that bad when playing more casual games like Genshin Impact but for more fast-paced games like COD Mobile, the delays rendered the game nearly unplayable.
Comfort
For the most part, the UGREEN HiTune T1 were pretty comfortable to wear. At times, however, I experienced soreness around my ear’s tragus (the fleshy part outside the ear canal) after prolonged use mainly due to the slightly large and bulbous earpiece pushing against it. The earbuds stayed on pretty well though even after much rigorous headbanging while listening to my music.

The touch controls of the UGREEN HiTune T1 earbuds are a bit of a letdown for me. It is fairly inconsistent most of the time as it just does not register most of the touch functions, particularly when it involves multiple taps to skip music tracks or changing volume levels. Many times have I accidentally paused my music when I actually wanted to increase the volume or skip a track.
Below is a full list of the earbuds’ touch controls.
For music

Tap once on either side to play or pause music.
Tap three times on the right earbud to skip a song.
Tap three times on the left earbud to back to the previous song.
Tap twice on the right earbud to increase the earbuds’ volume.
Tap twice on the left earbud to lower the earbuds’ volume.
Press and hold the touch sensor of the right earbud to toggle between Normal Mode and SuperBass Mode. A voice prompt will let you know which mode you’re toggling to.

For calls

Tap on either side of the earbuds to accept a call.
Press and hold the touch sensor on either side to decline a call.

For Voice Assistant

Press and hold the touch sensor on the left earbud until you hear a notification sound.

Battery Life
UGREEN claims that the HiTune 11 earbuds can last up to 5 hours on a single charge and for the most I can definitely corroborate with that claim. I managed to hit close to the advertised 5 hour mark before the earbuds started sputtering in and out of power. In all honesty, 5 hours isn’t really that great in terms of battery life but for it to actually last as advertised is always a plus for me. It also has a single LED indicator which tells you the battery level. The indicator will start flashing red when the battery level is 30% and solid white when it is charging.
UGREEN also claims that the HiTune T1 earbuds can last you up to 60 minutes of listening time with just 10 minutes of charging. I tried that and got slightly over 40 minutes of listening time which is just okay for me.
UGREEN HiTune T1 Verdict

The UGREEN HiTune T1 is going for RM139.99 on UGREEN’s Lazada store and for what it’s worth, I think this is a really worthwhile purchase. It’s perfect for those looking for a reliable pair of wireless earbuds that looks decent and actually has good sound. For better value, the earbuds will go on sale for just RM99.99 this coming 12.12 on Lazada!
The inconsistent touch controls and uncomfortable feeling after prolonged use are my biggest complaints of the UGREEN HiTune T1. Battery life could be a little better too in all honesty. However, its good sound quality, its SuperBass Mode and excellent call quality definitely make the UGREEN HiTune T1 one of the better TWS earbuds I’ve used that’s at this price point.
I award the UGREEN HiTune T1 true wireless earbuds a solid Silver Pokdeward.

Thank you UGREEN for providing us the UGREEN HiTune T1 to use for this review.
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CelcomDigi Opens Preorders For Samsung Galaxy S23 Series

All three models are available, with up to RM240 worth of savings.

CelcomDigi announced that the Samsung’s latest flagship, Galaxy S23 series will now be open for preorders through their respective plans – Celcom MEGA and Digi PhoneFreedom 365. The preorder opens today, until 23 Feb 2023; customers can place their orders through Celcom Online Store and Digi Store Online and be eligible to save up to RM240 on their new device, as well as full 5G access with network plans from their respective providers.

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All three models will be available beginning 24 Feb 2023 through Celcom bluecube outlets and Digi Stores for retail purchase. More information can be read on Celcom’s website and Digi’s website.
Pokdepinion: Is it just me or the regular S23 just looks a bit like older iPhones in some ways…?
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JBL REFLECT Eternal Self Charging Headphones May Offer You Non-stop Music That You’ve Wanted

It seems that the folks at JBL has introduced a new and interesting headphones that self charges through solar energy and it’s called the JBL REFLECT Eternal.

The REFLECT Eternal is a crowdfunded product where it utilizes Powerfoyle material from Exeger which saps in energy from the sun, as well as indoor light.
By being near any source of light, you will be charging the device. Should there be no light source, they claim that the headphones can last up to 68 hours with one full charge.

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In addition to that, they’ve said that you can charge the REFLECT Eternal (standard charge) for 15 minutes and get up to two hours of playback time.
Other than that, the JBL REFLECT Eternal features hands-free calling, ambient audio, voice assistant, as well as IPX4 water resistance rating.
JBL has already managed to reach the funding goal for the headphones and they will be selling for $99 (~RM410) at Indiegogo before the crowdfunding campaign ends on the 14th of January 2020.
Pokdepinion: Now that’s definitely an attractive proposition. Wireless headphones that can last forever..well that’s assuming that it doesn’t break down.
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Yet Another Kingdom Hearts Game Coming Before KH3’s Release, The Story So Far

After a very long wait, Kingdom Hearts 3’s release date is just around the corner, and that’s assuming there will be no more delays. From Kingdom Hearts 2’s release until now, we have seen quite a number of games in the series released. Now, we are about to add yet another one.
The folks over at Square Enix has announced Kingdom Hearts: The Story So Far. This will allow gamers to catch up on every single thing that happened before the highly anticipated sequel is released.

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The huge compilation will be coming with the following content:
Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX

Kingdom Hearts FINAL MIX
Kingdom Hearts Re:Chain of Memories
Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days (HD Remastered cinematics)
Kingdom Hearts II FINAL MIX
Kingdom Hearts Birth by Sleep Final MIX
Kingdom Hearts Re:coded (HD Remastered cinematics)

Kingdom Hearts HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue

Kingdom Hearts Dream Drop Distance HD
Kingdom Hearts 0.2 Birth by Sleep –A fragmentary passage–
Kingdom Hearts χ Back Cover (movie)

The Story So Far compilation will be coming on 30th October 2018 for the PlayStation 4, and it will be retailing for USD $39.99.
Pokdepinion: Well, I already bought all of that separately before so I’m good here but if you’ve missed out on some of the games like Dream Drop Distance on the Nintendo 3DS, this would be a good time to get it. If you’re playing from scratch cuz you didn’t play any of the previous entries, then get ready for a real long journey.
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