Gojek Will Not Be Coming to Malaysia After All

Previously, there were reports of the Gojek branding being seen on a Honda City in Malaysia. Unfortunately, the Indonesian e-hailing company will not be coming to the country after all. According to their spokesperson, they have no intentions of entering the Malaysian market.
The aforementioned Honda City bearing the Gojek logo had another vehicle carrying a film crew and a traffic policeman following them. This started rumours of the e-hailing service coming to the country but as it turns out, they were simply filming footage for an upcoming campaign due later in 2022.

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A quick check with the Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) shows that Gojek isn’t in the list of registered e-hailing companies in the country. If you were thinking that they are possibly being coy and wanting to keep their launch a surprise, that’s certainly not the case here.
There is always a chance they might come here in the future, especially since they did voice an interest to do so back in 2019. However, that will not be happening anytime soon since bike-hailing is banned in Malaysia for now. This is done due to high death rates via motorcycle accidents.
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Pokdepinion: At this point, practically everyone is welcoming any company here that could challenge Grab to encourage more competitive pricing among other things.
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Black Shark 3 5G Possibly To Be The First Smartphone With 16GB RAM

Black Shark has been getting attention thanks to their gaming smartphones in recent times. Now it seems that they are aiming to release a brand new model, Black Shark 3 5G.
Well you can probably guess by its name that the phone will be featuring 5G support but that’s not all. According to reports, the phone will be the first smartphone to offer 16GB of RAM.
The reasoning behind it? You’re guess is as good as mine, but hey that’ll mean more power under the hood, no?

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Despite the news, it is still unclear on when exactly the Black Shark 3 5G is set to be released. Until then, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: I hope that with that much power, they’d have a proper memory management to boast with. Do you feel the need for such power for a smartphone? Let us know in the comments.
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PowerColor Radeon RX 480 Red Devil surfaces

PowerColor‘s take on the AMD Radeon RX 480 sees it dressed in red and black, as part of the Devil series. The PowerColor Radeon RX 480 Red Devil will feature an awesome triple-fan cooler and 8-pin power connector, to alleviate any thermal or power issues that the AMD Radeon RX 480 might have.

PowerColor has even thrown in a DVI-D display connector for those who still aren’t using DisplayPort or HDMI monitors yet. A backplate will be featured on the PowerColor Radeon RX 480 Red Devil.

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The clocks of the PowerColor Radeon RX 480 Red Devil are yet to be disclosed, but I believe we should be seeing at least a 1350 MHz core clock out of the box with this sexy looking card. Nothing those three fans can’t handle, I am sure.
SOURCE: Guru3D

Pokdepinion: PowerColor has had extensive experience with designing some exquisite AMD cards, and the RX 480 Red Devil is no different. With a cooler that looks out of place on a mainstream card, we hope it will allow the RX 480 to reach its fullest potential via some heavy overclocking. Oh and that 8-pin PCIE power connector will help too.
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Alcatroz X-Craft Chroma 3000 keyboard review — Better than nothing

Alcatroz is not a new brand in Malaysia, actually. They were originally known as PowerLogic, a known brand peddling budget peripherals. The Alcatroz X-Craft Chroma 3000 is one of their new product line-ups. Let’s take a closer look.
Unboxing

On the front of the box, we have the picture of the keyboard itself. The key features are highlighted along the bottom of the box. The Alcatroz X-Craft Chroma 3000 features multicolor backlighting, silent chiclet keys and six multimedia keys. They didn’t mention much, because there really isn’t much to talk about for this keyboard.

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Nothing much on the back except for simple specifications in multiple languages, system requirements and warranty information. The X-Craft Chroma 3000 is backed by a limited 2-year warranty.

Inside the box there is no documentation or anything. The keyboard must have been really lonely in there. The X-Craft Chroma 3000 is a plug-and-play gaming keyboard which means no software or drivers are needed.
Appearance

The Alcatroz X-Craft Chroma 3000 is a full-length keyboard featuring chiclet keycap, it has total of 104+6 keys. The X-Craft Chroma 3000 uses square keys, just like those found on the ARMAGGEDDON SwiftSpectra AK-333s. Instead of a US keyboard layout, the X-Craft Chroma 3000 comes with a standard UK keyboard layout. For durable usage, the keycaps are finished with a UV coating.

The keyboard only comes with two rubber feet along the lower part of the keyboard. While the other two at the top are just part of the keyboard’s plastic. With only two rubber feet, it could affect on how good it grips a surface.

Alcatroz X-Craft Chroma 3000 is fairly lightweight, as its body construction is slim and consists of nothing but plastic.

The X-Craft Chroma 3000 has spectrum LED backlighting. The backlight can only be turned on or off with the Scroll Lock key. The lighting effect is static, with no other effect available. It might look pretty novel to have a colorful keyboard at first, but the static illumination gets boring really quickly.

One of the main highlights of the X-Craft Chroma 3000 are the six multimedia keys along the left edge of the keyboard. A mute key would have been more useful here as compared to the Home button they added.
User Experience

After using X-Craft Chroma 3000 for gaming in CS:GO, DOTA2 and also writing articles for about a week, I noticed that there is something not right with the keyboard layout. Upon closer inspection, the Shift key is longer than usual, making the typing experience rather jarring. Measuring at 4.4cm, compared to the SwiftSpectra AK-333s at 3.8 cm, it does affect typing accuracy as the entire row is shifted towards the right.

It really gets annoying when you use keyboard shortcuts. Instead of Ctrl+V for paste, I accidentally pressed Ctrl+B. Also, whenever I want to press B, I will accidentally press N, and when I want to press N, it will be M that gets pressed. Any touch typist will be annoyed out of their wits, but a newbie might find it possible to get accustomed to this layout. After which he will find every other keyboard to be just not right. Even if I do get used to the arrangement, I have no love for UK keyboard layout to begin with.
It’s much better be a mute key instead of home key
Luckily Alcatroz didn’t advertise the keyboard as a gaming keyboard. As it lacks anti-ghosting and NKRO features, it would definitely mar your gaming experience. That’s without even considering how many wrong keypresses you will get.
Conclusion
As I prefer a US keyboard layout rather than UK’s layout, this keyboard is not suitable for me. In addition, the long shift key would affect your typing experiences. Priced at RM45 and backed by a 2-year warranty, X-Craft Chroma 3000 is an even cheaper alternative to the ARMAGGEDDON SwiftSpectra AK-333s. For me the Alcatroz X-Craft Chroma 3000 is a simple chiclet keyboard with spectrum backlight, which is better than nothing. But even then, barely.
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AMD Radeon GPUs are Now Available from GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE Debuts Custom AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, Radeon RX 6750 XT, and Radeon RX 6650 XT Graphics Cards

GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY Co. Ltd recently revealed the release of the new AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, Radeon RX 6750 XT, and Radeon RX 6650 XT GPUs. The AORUS series is recommended for enthusiasts not only seeking maximum performance but also for the vibrant RGB appearance. The GAMING OC series is the finest option for high-performance gamers whereas, for individuals looking for a one-of-a-kind design, the EAGLE series is the perfect option.
The new GPUs feature the AMD RDNA 2 gaming architecture, process optimizations, software and firmware upgrades, and high-bandwidth, low-latency AMD Infinity Cache memory technology, as well as ultra-fast 18Gbps GDDR6 memory.

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They also support Microsoft Windows 11 and Microsoft DirectX 12 Ultimate, AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR), the upcoming AMD FSR 2.0 and AMD Radeon Super Resolution, and other advanced features that enable visually impressive and high-refresh-rate gaming experiences.

AORUS offers open-loop water-cooled and air-cooled solutions and the patent-pending “leak detection” technology is used in the AORUS Radeon RX 6950 XT XTREME WATERFORCE WB 16G open-loop water-cooled graphics card. It is the ideal option for gamers looking for a unique look when putting up a water-cooled system.

The GIGABYTE WINDFORCE 3X cooling system on the GIGABYTE Radeon RX 6950 XT GAMING OC 16G and the AORUS Radeon RX 6750 XT ELITE 12G GPU includes three unique blade fans, alternate spinning, and composite copper heat pipes directly touching the GPU, 3D active fans, and screen cooling, all of which work together to provide efficient heat dissipation. The WINDFORCE fans use graphene nano lubricant, which can increase fan life by 2.1 times, providing nearly the lifespan of a double ball bearing while remaining quiet.
RGB Fusion 2.0 allows users to change the colour of the lights and add special effects, as well as synchronize with other AORUS devices. The AORUS ELITE graphics card features the iconic three-ring lighting effect. AORUS graphics cards are ideal for gamers that desire the best gaming performance with vibrant RGB illumination.
The WINDFORCE 3X cooling system is also included with the GIGABYTE Radeon RX 6750 XT GAMING OC 12G, Radeon RX 6650 XT GAMING OC 8G, and Radeon RX 6650 XT EAGLE 8G GPUs. GAMING OC and EAGLE graphics cards are the perfect choices for gamers because of their ULTRA DURABLE-certified components, efficient cooling technology, and unique RGB lighting.
GIGABYTE Radeon RX 6950 XT, Radeon RX 6750 XT, and Radeon RX 6650 XT GPUs feature a variety of innovative technology. AORUS graphics cards provide clients a 4-year guarantee which needs online registration within 30 days of the purchase date, to ensure that they can enjoy experience gaming and content creation without any concerns.
Currently, the price for Gigabyte Radeon RX 6950 XT is not available for the time being. However, the Gigabyte Radeon RX 6750 XT AORUS Elite -12GD is priced at RM3,189, and the Gigabyte Radeon RX 6750 XT Gaming OC -12GD at RM3,079. Additionally, the Gigabyte Radeon RX 6650 XT Gaming OC -8GD is priced at RM2,189, and the Gigabyte Radeon RX 6650 XT Eagle -8GD at RM2,079.
For more information, visit GIGABYTE’s official website by clicking here.
Pokdepinion: YES! New graphic cards to test out. Wonder if the new AMD’s Radeon RX 6950 XT can top NVIDIA’s RTX 3090 Ti.
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Keyboardgate? Apple faces legal action for “butterfly” keyboard

New isn’t always better. That’s probably what users of the recent MacBooks will tell you. The MacBook Pro 2016 feature a “butterfly” keyboard mechanism that allowed Apple to make the keyboard 40% thinner and a whopping four times more stable than the “scissor” mechanism you see in most other laptops. It is also reportedly twice as likely to fail in the first year of use.
Repairs don’t come cheap either, supposedly costing between $400 to $700 (~RM1580 – RM2765) once you are out of the warranty period. This is probably the main grouse of MacBook users as they don’t come cheap, and having to spend so much on repairs is just downright ridiculous. The complaint filed at the Northern District Court of California claims that Apple routinely offers short-term remedies that circumvent the problem temporarily before it returns. Even when repairs are done, the serviced keyboard is claimed to fail again in short order.

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The issue is reportedly due to dust and debris getting into the mechanism causing failure. Check any keyboard and you will see that there will be dust under the keys. Apple can’t claim that “oh you live in a dusty environment. It isn’t our fault” when other laptops often see their keyboards survive long past the laptops’ usable lifespan. But Apple is reportedly not admitting that their design is at fault, for now.
Source: TechCrunch
Pokdepinion: If repairs still result in the keyboard failing yet again, I believe Apple is far from perfecting the design for long term use. Will they consider reverting to the tried-and-true “scissor” mechanism anytime soon?

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City Broadband Offering 1Gbps Internet Below RM200 in Malaysia

It’s public knowledge that the folks over at Tenaga Nasional Berhad (TNB) has acquired Setia Haruman Technology, one of the internet service providers in Cyberjaya. Now, Setia Haruman Technology is gearing up for an expansion, and they are eyeing for Jasin, Melaka with City Broadband.
City Broadband has a total of four home fibre internet plans available for people to subscribe to:

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50 Mbps = RM79 per month
100 Mbps = RM99 per month
500 Mbps = RM139 per month
1 Gbps = RM199 per month

As you can tell, their offerings are quite affordable. In fact, the very idea that you can enjoy speeds of up to 1Gbps for below RM200 is amazing. If you don’t need super fast speeds, RM79 per month for 50Mbps speeds is already a very good deal.
For those of you who aren’t aware, City Broadband is already available and being offered in Cyberjaya as well as Bangsar South. Jasin, Melaka will mark their newest expansion of their service, and it is expected to cover more areas in the future.
Their home fibre internet plans will come with either 24-month contracts or 12-month contracts. The 12-month contract will come with a one-time payment of RM300 and you will not be eligible for any of their future promotions. Be sure to check with your local stores before subscribing.
If you’re interested to subscribe and would like to know more about City Broadband, click right here.
Pokdepinion: Kinda wished I had 1Gbps speeds at home. Perhaps it’s time to move to a new place. Cyberjaya sounds like a comfortable to live in, though it may be a bit on the quieter side.
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Samsung Advertises Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021 With Billboard Ads Worldwide Including Malaysia

Samsung launched a digital out-of-home marketing campaign on 11 iconic billboards around the world to coincide with the release of the official Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021 invitation happening this August. New York Times Square, London Piccadilly Circus, Milan Piazza del Duomo, Madrid Plaza del Callao, Warsaw Central Railway Station, Shanghai K11 Shopping Center, Hangzhou Long Xiang Building, Hong Kong Lan Kwai Fong, Bangkok Panoramix CentralWorld, and Moscow Hydroproject are among the locations.
Samsung gets ready for Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021 with billboard advertisements worldwide

Furthermore, Samsung is enticing fellow pedestrians in larger-than-life displays throughout Kuala Lumpur’s commercial, shopping, and entertainment hub, the Golden Triangle, which includes the landmark KLCC Junction, Malaysia’s No 1 Mall Pavilion Elite and Pavilion Connection, and Fahrenheit 88.

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Starting with the inquiry, “Is “good” good enough?” the digital out-of-home tease campaign will feature the bold statement, “Get ready to unfurl,” which is similar to the Unpacked invitation message. The campaign urges consumers to assess whether or not they are truly pleased with their existing smartphone, with the goal of raising consumer expectations and generating more interest in what’s next in the Galaxy line-up and the mobile advancements that will be presented at Unpacked.
The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2021: Get ready to unfold will be streamed online on the Samsung official website, Facebook page, YouTube channel and Samsung Malaysia Newsroom. Register your interest here to be entitled to redeem an additional RM300 Samsung e-voucher which you can use after you pre-order the next Samsung Galaxy Smartphone.
Pokdepinion: Are you guys going to watch the Unpacked livestream this coming August?
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Recently, rumors have started surfacing on Genshin Impact potentially shutting down. With such a successful run, it’s weird for this to be the case so what was the root of the issue? Let’s dive right into the matter.
Rumor Killer: Is Genshin Impact Shutting Down?

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As many of you might have noticed, the publisher for Genshin Impact has changed from miHoYo to Cognosphere. This led to many gamers wondering what is happening, which unfortunately sparked the rumors of the game shutting down soon. Is there any truth to the matter, especially since some YouTubers are making videos claiming that?
Unsurprisingly, the answer is no. The reason for the change is said to be due to the integration of various payment methods on Epic Games Store. According to miHoYo, “with more entities engaged, the publisher of Genshin Impact on Epic Games Store has been updated to COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD.”
It’s not a new thing for developer to change publishers in order to bypass certain restrictions within their own country. There are a number of potential reasons, as broken down by Reddit user, u/Yamusauce, which you can check out right below here:

The reason Genshin changed their publisher was to avoid possible restrictions from the Chinese government.
Mihoyo didn’t make an announcement because they want to keep quiet and avoid conflict with the CCP.
The entire company is moving to Singapore because the CCP is planning to take action against Mihoyo.
Now the devs will have more freedom in making characters and lore, we will have better content.
Now we will get more freemogems and events.

Genshin Impact is currently available for free on the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch port of the game coming in the near future. Update 2.4 is expected to launch sometime in early January 2022 for all available platforms.
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Pokdepinion: As publishers / developers start to expand, it’s quite normal for this to happen. It makes sound business sense to do this and it’s no cause for alarm, so don’t worry, the game is here to stay.
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POCO F2 Pro Review — good sequels can be hard to make

I think after all this while, you guys would probably know me as quite the fan of the POCO brand of smartphones. I mean, there’s very little to dislike with the POCOPHONE F1. I am not even sure whether it is now going to just be referred to as the POCO F1, or will it continue to be called the POCOPHONE F1 globally. But I digress. The affordable device offered exactly what I needed, good performance for gaming and a decent enough camera for daily use, especially when you throw Gcam into the equation.
Now with the POCO F2 Pro, it’s no longer a mid-range device with a flagship chipset thrown in. It offers a lot more of the niceties that you would expect from a flagship. A lot, but not all. Sounds pretty much like the recipe of the original, right? Well, let’s see.
There’s little in the box…

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As usual for a Xiaomi smartphone, the box contents are quite spartan. You get a fast 33W charger, the accompanying USB-C cable, the usual documentation and a pretty nice case that’s hard on the back and soft on the sides to let it snap on easily. Nothing much to write home about, but hey, it comes free.
Sexy back

The back of the POCO F2 Pro is a clear upgrade over its predecessor, and definitely looks a lot more unique compared to many recent flagships out there. No ugly slab or boring row of cameras here, but instead they are positioned in a circular array with a fancy pattern applied to them too. There’s a nice ring engraved into the glass to highlight it even further. The Electric Purple variant here sports a matte coating on its glass back, which amps up the premium appeal of the device, to a whole different level from the other devices in its price range.

On top of that, the POCO F2 Pro also touts a feature that eludes all the flagships this year: a bezel-less and notch-less display. The downside is that it won’t be able to offer ingress protection, but I think you would benefit more from being able to fully use the screen’s area, rather than the ability to dip it in water.

To spice things up a little more, as if the front and back aren’t cool enough, they decided to go with a red power button. I am not exactly sure about this, as I do think that it is quite pointless to have a colored power button since you won’t be looking at it, but hey, it further sets the POCO F2 Pro apart from the rest.

Aaaaaaand setting it even further apart from the rest of 2020’s flagship is… A FREAKING HEADPHONE JACK! That’s not all, there’s an IR blaster too! POCO literally threw in everything they could get their hands on into the POCO F2 Pro, and I must say I really like it.

The bottom is a lot less exciting. with just a USB-C port and the SIM tray. The speaker is all you get when playing media, as the earpiece does not double up as a secondary speaker when you use the loudspeaker. A small bummer, but then again I don’t want to annoy the people around me by watching stuff on loudspeaker output in the first place. Now, let’s go over the sweet specifications of the POCO F2 Pro…
POCO F2 Pro Specifications

CPU:
Snapdragon 865 Octa-core (1 x 2.84GHz Kryo 585 + 3 x 2.42GHz Kryo 585 + 4 x 1.8GHz Kryo 585) 7nm

GPU:
Adreno 650 @ 587 MHz

RAM:
6GB LPDDR4x

Display:
6.67″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) AMOLED, HDR10+, 60 Hz refresh rate, 180 Hz touch polling, 800 nits peak brightness

Storage:
128GB UFS 3.1

Camera:
Camera(s)
64MP f/1.89, 1/1.7″ Sony IMX686 sensor
13MP f/2.4 ultra-wide angle camera, 123° FoV
5MP f/2.2 macro camera, 50mm equivalent, autofocus
2MP f/2.4 depth sensor
Night Mode 2.0, Pro mode, AI camera, HDR, Portrait mode, ultra wide-angle edge distortion correction, 8K30/8K24 video, 1080p960 slow-mo
Front camera
20MP f/2.2
HDR, Portrait, AI Beautify, 1080p30, 720p120 slow-mo

OS:
MIUI for POCO

Connectivity:
5G Band n77/n78
LTE Band 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/20/28/38/40/ 41
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4 GHz, 5 GHz)
Bluetooth 5.1
NFC
Dual-band GPS

SIM:
Dual SIM (nano SIM)

Battery:
Li-Po 4700 mAh (non-removable)
30W fast charge
33W USB-PD charger included
Supports QuickCharge 4.0+, USB-PD 3.0

Dimensions:
163.3 x 75.4 x 8.9 mm

Weight:
219 g

Ingress protection:
None

Performance
As you might expect, the POCO F2 Pro will deliver some great benchmark figures with the Snapdragon 865 under the hood. It is worth noting that the POCO F2 Pro we are testing today packs LPDDR4x instead of LPDDR5, which is only available in the pricier 256GB variant. So I can literally say “this isn’t even its final form yet!”

The Snapdragon 865 devices just blow the Exynos 990 out of the water, while the POCO F2 Pro edges out the Find X2 Pro to find itself at the top of the charts.

A similar scenario is seen in Geekbench 5. While the Snapdragon 855 chips lagged behind the Exynos 9820/9825 in single-core performance, the Snapdragon 865 seems to make up for all that. And once again, the POCO F2 Pro finds itself at the top of the charts.

3DMark puts the POCO F2 Pro at the top yet again, and I think you are probably seeing a trend here. It bests all the competition in all the tests, with the exception of Ice Storm Unlimited, where we see the Galaxy Z Flip just shoot past everything for some peculiar reason.

Interestingly, PCMark places it below most of the devices we are comparing it against. The POCO F2 Pro does not do nearly as well here, for some reason, coming up nearly at the bottom of the charts.

But what it loses in PCMark’s performance, it regains in battery life. It has the second largest battery here today, but it comes up on top of all the other smartphones tested.

In my normal usage, I managed to clock a day of use and 7 hours of screen time, before I needed to recharge the POCO F2 Pro. During this time, I played a total of 1 hour of COD Mobile, so I do think that this is a very good showing. In 30 minutes, the battery went up from 15% to 67%. Not the fastest I have seen, but plenty fast enough, especially when you take into account the amount of battery life you can squeeze out of the POCO F2 Pro.

As you might expect, the POCO F2 Pro is capable of maxing out the graphics on any mobile game right now. Playing COD Mobile doesn’t even seem to heat up the phone. I play at Medium graphics at the Max frame rate, and yet the device barely warms up even after nearly an hour of playing. Overall, a much better experience than I have with my Mi 9 or POCO F1.
A flagship experience?
To me, a flagship has to primarily offer a great, fluid, user experience. A great camera is also important to me, because I really like spamming photos at random. That takes priority over raw performance. So does the POCO F2 Pro deliver that? Well, let’s go over it.
Oh sweet, full AMOLED display…

POCO didn’t throw in a high refresh rate display here, but I do prefer them doing this. I do fancy a good 60 Hz AMOLED display over a poor high refresh rate panel, and the one here is really no slouch. It supports HDR10+, covers the DCI-P3 color gamut and skips notches or punch holes in favor of a popup camera. While last year’s flagships featured this design quite commonly, this year, smartphone makers appear to be suddenly shy to use this. You sacrifice ingress protection, but I guess it is worth it?

Thee selfie camera into a popup mechanism, but that’s not the only thing there. They also slapped in some lighting in there for a touch of additional bling, and it can even glow in five colors. And in case you think it is just a useless gimmick, the ring at the top of the popup module also serves as a notification light. Unfortunately it seems like I can’t reconfigure the notification light color. At least not in Telegram.
On the audio end, the mono loudspeaker is one of the loudest and clearest I have heard in recent times. The whole phone can be felt vibrating when set to the maximum volume. It is definitely sufficient for watching videos on YouTube or Facebook, or even the casual music listening while in the toilet.
The software

MIUI 11 probably needs no further introduction. The POCO F2 Pro does come with MIUI for POCO, which sports a customized launcher, but that’s about it. The underpinnings of MIUI 11 are all still here, and it is expected to receive the update to MIUI 12 down the line. For now, it does offer its fair share of features, including an app drawer, which is actually one of the main differences coming from regular ol’ MIUI 11.

Taking a look at the camera software, the MIUI DNA is even more apparent. Some things have changed, like the macro camera moving up into the top shortcut bar, but overall nothing much has changed at all.
Something different

One thing that’s really unique on the POCO F2 Pro is the macro camera here. Unlike most smartphones which give you a macro camera with a wide-ish angle, POCO threw in a 2x zoom on it to give you a tighter crop, and even closer shots. This allows it to capture even more detailed macro shots, and I personally find it to be cooler than the 3x zoom on the Redmi K30 Pro Zoom Edition.
          Selfie            Night Mode          Auto              Night Mode          Auto          Auto            Auto            Auto          Auto          Auto              Auto            Portrait Mode          64MP Mode          Night Mode              Night Mode            Night Mode            Night Mode              Ultra-wide            Ultra-wide              Ultra-wide            Ultra-wide          Ultra-wide              Ultra-wide
The rest of the camera ensemble on the back of the POCO F2 Pro is not nearly as interesting. The 64MP main camera takes some amazing shots in good lighting, and pretty good ones when the light dies down. I do wish the Night mode could deliver better results though. I think that the Sony IMX686 sensor here is doing a better job than the Samsung GW1 sensor found in most of the 64MP smartphones in the market, but the difference isn’t all that significant. The 13MP ultra-wide angle shooter is serviceable, but it does exhibit rather poor performance in low light situations. And the last one of the quartet, the depth sensor. I usually deplore these, but considering that the device will look quite ugly without a fourth lens, I am willing to overlook this. But now that I am thinking of it… Maybe a triangle of cameras in the center might look pretty good? You can check out the camera samples here.
Conclusion

Should you immediately go out and buy the POCO F2 Pro? If what you want is a strong Snapdragon 865 device and you have RM2199 to spare, I think it is quite a no-brainer at this point in time. It’s the most affordable Snapdragon 865 smartphone you can get in the market. I probably wouldn’t get it for 5G readiness, owing to its rather limited support of 5G bands, but I would get it to enjoy the fun macro camera, great battery life and also the impressive cooling that helps the Snapdragon 865 run cool even after a full hour of COD Mobile. And did I mention that it still has a headphone jack AND an IR blaster?
It is probably the best option for any smartphone gamer who wants to take full advantage of the Snapdragon 865’s performance. The POCO F2 Pro has the largest vapor chamber I have ever seen in a smartphone, and it definitely does its job. I would say that the POCO F2 Pro definitely lived up to fill the shoes of the first. I didn’t think it was going to be an easy task, but well, POCO delivered.

Sure, you do give up on some niceties you would expect from a full blown flagship. There’s no wireless charging here, the popup camera means no ingress protection, it feels rather hefty with a top-heavy bias and the screen runs at just 60 Hz, instead of the high refresh rate screens that many other flagships tout. But, for the money you pay, you get a flagship killer that’s priced significantly less than the regular flagships, with most of the key features here. Fans of the original POCO F1 will remind you that the POCO F2 Pro costs nearly double the first one. Well, you are really paying for a much more premium device this time around, and I think it is well justified.

Our thanks to Xiaomi Malaysia for sending us the POCO F2 Pro for review.
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New Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic Game Reportedly In The Works Without EA

It’s been a pretty busy month for Star Wars games. With Disney deciding to bring back LucasFilm Games name which will essentially park all Star Wars video games; present and future; under one single banner. There’s also the news that EA isn’t the exclusive developer of Star Wars games anymore, therefore, allowing Ubisoft to step in and make their own mark on the franchise with an open-world game.

EA and BioWare not involved in new Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic game

Now, we have reports saying that a new Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic game is under development without the involvement of EA nor original developers BioWare. This report came from a known Star Wars insider, Bespin Bulletin, on a recent episode of B.O.B The Podcast.

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“Amongst my digging, I heard there is a Knights of the Old Republic project in development somewhere,” Bespin Bulletin said. “I talked to a couple of people, and I also found out that Jason Schreier said that it’s not with EA, and we’ll ‘never guess’ who the studio is that’s making this game.”
The insider cited Bloomberg’s Jason Schrier who suggested that a new video game project related to Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic might be under development from a studio that “you’ll never guess” who.

Nate Najda of Wushu Studios also confirmed claims of a new KotOR game being in development from a new, unnamed studio. He said, “It’s not as mysterious as you think. It’s just not a household name most people are aware of.”
The original Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic game was developed by BioWare and came out back in 2003. Regarded as one of the best RPGs of all time, the game is set 4,000 years before the prequel movies and tells a similar Jedi versus Sith story but with many new and unexpected twists and turns in between.
A sequel, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II – The Sith Lords, was developed by Obsidian and while it wasn’t as well-received as the first game, it too is regarded as one of the best RPG games of all time.

BioWare returned to the franchise with Star Wars: The Old Republic, an MMORPG set 300 years after the first KotOR game was released back in 2011 and became one of the fastest-growing MMO games ever at the time. After multiple updates and expansions through the years, it still has an active player base even today. The game was recently released on Steam in July of last year.
Rumours of a new Knights of the Old Republic game have been swirling around for a while now. While none of the rumours has so far materialised, many gamers and Star Wars fans are still hopeful that a new instalment in the beloved KotOR series would one day see the light of day.
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Pokdepinion: KotOR is one of the best games I’ve ever had the pleasure of playing. Sure it’s dated as all heck by today’s standards but the story and characters make this game such a blast to play even today. Personally, I wouldn’t mind seeing a KotOR reboot especially with new canon material being incorporated into the game’s mythos.
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Big Splatoon 2 Updates Unveiled; New Mode, Maps, and More for FREE!

Nintendo has been doing a great job supporting Splatoon 2. Now, 2 brand new updates are coming to the game which adds a bunch of new game modes and maps.
Big Splatoon 2 Updates Unveiled

Nintendo has done a great job with supporting Splatoon 2 in the form of new weapons, maps, and more, but now it seems like the House of Mario is kicking its support into overdrive. Today it was revealed that the hit third-person shooter will receive not one, but 2 brand new updates and they both add a ton of new content.

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The first update, which will arrive on November 23rd 2017 (Thanksgiving Day for those in the United States), adds 4 new battle stages, which will be available to players over the course of the next few weeks, just like all other maps. The first of the bunch is available on Black Friday (Nov. 24th) titled MakoMart. Aptly themed to the holiday, MakoMart takes place in a giant super-store so you can get all your Black Friday fighting done virtually.
Little is known about the other three stages, but they will be coming in the future. Here is a quick list of stage names:

Shellendorf Institute
Walleye Warehouse
Arowana Mall

Those familiar with the original Splatoon will recognize the last two on the list as returning areas. In addition to new stages, players will also receive access to a new Salmon Run map, 140 new pieces of gear, brand new music, four new hairstyles, a level cap increase (from 50 to 99), the ability to “prestige,” as well as screenshot sharing functionality tied to compatible amiibo figures.
The second update, which will hit the game sometime in the middle of December, will add a brand new game mode titled Clam Blitz, which will task players with grabbing Clams hidden around each map and throwing them into their respective goals. The first team to reach 100 points will win the match.
Of course, both of these updates will be available to players completely free of charge. Splatoon 2 was originally released on July 21st 2017, and is available exclusively on Nintendo Switch.

Pokdepinion: Looking for more things to do in Splatoon 2? Well, you’re gonna have something to look forward to now :)
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Apple Opens Up SDK For Vision Pro App Developers

With the release of Apple Vision Pro, the company is now setting up a dedicated app ecosystem for the VR/AR device. Apple today announces the visionOS SDK is now available for developers to tap into in the development of their apps.
In the coming July, Apple will open developer labs in locations including Cupertino (US, Apple HQ), London (UK), Munich (Germany), Shanghai (China), Singapore, and Tokyo (Japan) to enable opportunities for app developers to test their apps on the actual hardware and get support from Apple’s engineers. Developers teams can also apply for developer kits to assist in app development.

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“Apple Vision Pro redefines what’s possible on a computing platform. Developers can get started building visionOS apps using the powerful frameworks they already know, and take their development even further with new innovative tools and technologies like Reality Composer Pro, to design all-new experiences for their users,” said Susan Prescott, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations.
“By taking advantage of the space around the user, spatial computing unlocks new opportunities for our developers, and enables them to imagine new ways to help their users connect, be productive, and enjoy new types of entertainment. We can’t wait to see what our developer community dreams up.”

While visionOS is indeed an operating system designed for VR/AR devices, much of the codebase is similar to other OSes that Apple maintains. That means existing coding frameworks such as Xcode, SwiftUI, RealityKit, ARKit and TestFlight will work right away, and developers simply needs to adapt the app into the 3D-based workspace environment, with the help of new Xcode tool, Reality Composer Pro.
The visionOS SDK, Xcode, visionOS Simulator and Reality Composer Pro are now available for Apple Developer Program members; developers can apply for a developer kit starting next month by clicking the link here.
Pokdepinion: By the looks of it, it does look like Microsoft’s Hololens is the competition here.
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Where to find the Raccoon Police Department in PUBG Mobile?

We have been playing the Zombie Mode in PUBG Mobile recently, and while we have run into the Raccoon Police Department a number of times, it was just yesterday that we actually tried to search for it earnestly.
From our “research” into PUBG Mobile’s Zombie Mode — yes our line of work gives us the freedom to do research in games — there are a three locations where the Raccoon Police Department can spawn. Between Rozhok and Yasnaya Polyana, between School and Pochinki and between Mansion and Shelter.

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In our tests — yes we are actually allowed to play games for “work” — we actually found the Raccoon Police Department repeatedly in our runs through the Zombie Mode in PUBG Mobile at the spots labeled 1 and 2. The third location is sort of pointed out by other resources, but we have never actually found the RPD there ourselves.

The Raccoon Police Department is teeming with the tankier police zombies, and inside lies the G (Stage 1) boss. The loot isn’t particularly outstanding, with it dropping the typical loot you can get from the Tyrant (Mr.X).

The new Survive Till Dawn mode added to PUBG Mobile is to celebrate the release of Resident Evil 2, and we must say it does add a whole different aspect to PUBG Mobile. Not only must we kill fellow players, we must also avoid getting eaten by zombies.
Have you found the RPD in the third area? Let us know if you did!
Our thanks to those who joined us on our quest to find the Raccoon Police Department!
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Kicked Down The Stairs And Skated On Yet Still Survives

It seems that Xiaomi has gone to extreme lengths to promote their Redmi Note 7, where they’ve come up with several stress test on the device.

The test was done by the company’s CEO himself, Lu Weibing. In the first video, he placed the device inside a trash can which afterwards was covered with tape (to prevent it from come out). With everything prepared, he then kicked the trash can and sent it crashing down the stairs.

If you thought that most phones nowadays would survive the first video, well have a look at this one. Here you’ll find the CEO strapped a pair of rollers each on two Redmi Note 7 smartphones. The rollers was attached with their base resting on the screens of the phones and then duct taped to hold everything together. After skating for awhile, he then took the phones out and they were working perfectly fine.

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Pokdepinion: I’m quite surprised to be honest. I didn’t expect the Corning Gorilla Glass 5 of the phone to be that tough. I wouldn’t even dare to dream of putting my phone underneath my foot..
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HONOR 20 Pro to feature side-mounted fingerprint scanner

Unlike most recent flagships, HONOR is expected to buck the trend of under-display fingerprint scanners, and instead opt for a side-mounted fingerprint scanner on the HONOR 20 Pro. This revelation comes as a Facebook user leaks out a device which is allegedly the HONOR 20 Pro in its entirety.

The images also show that the HONOR 20 Pro will lack a 3.5mm jack, but that comes as no surprise as HUAWEI has also traditionally dropped the 3.5mm jack from the “Pro” variant of their flagships. Hopefully the HONOR 20 will come with one, but don’t keep your hopes up too high.

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The HONOR 20 Pro will also sport a punch hole, similar to the HONOR View20 that came before it. With the new side-mounted fingerprint scanner, the HONOR 20 Pro might also tout an IPS display like the HONOR View20.
HONOR 20 Pro Specs – rumored

Kirin 980, octa-core up to 2.6 GHz, 7nm FinFET
Up to 8GB LPDDR4x RAM
Up to 256GB UFS 2.1 storage (non-expandable)
6.26″ IPS LCD, HONOR AllView display (punch hole)
48MP f/1.4 Sony IMX 586 + 16MP f/2.2 ultra-wide + 8MP f/2.4 telephoto + 2MP f/2.4 macro
32MP selfie camera
3650 mAh battery, 22.5W HUAWEI Super Charge

What do you think of the HONOR 20 Pro? Yay, or nay?
Pokdepinion: I actually believe a side-mounted fingerprint scanner would be better than an under-display one…
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Nintendo Switch Pro Expected to Run Games in 4K Using DLSS Technology

Many people believe that there’s no way for a Nintendo Switch to run games in 4K. However, recent reports on the use of an NVIDIA chip to power the new variant brings forth the possibility of using DLSS technology to run the game in UHD resolution.
Nintendo Switch Pro Expected to Run Games in 4K Using DLSS

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Previously, we reported about the potential release of the Nintendo Switch Pro and its ability to run games in 4K resolution, having an OLED display, among other things. However, the ability to play games in 4K would require some serious firepower, which seems to be beyond the realm of possibility based on what most people know at the moment.
There is one key upgrade in the Nintendo Switch Pro that recently surfaced, which is that it’s powered by a new, upgraded NVIDIA chip. It will have more memory, a better CPU, and more but the most interesting thing is that it is said to support DLSS (Deep Learning Super Sampling) technology.
This would make a lot of sense as the Nintendo Switch will not need to render every pixel in 4K resolution and instead make use of AI technology to lighten the load and present the game in 4K UHD resolution. As for how well DLSS will work with it, that would be a different story.
With that being said however, beefier hardware will also come with a higher price tag, and it’s expected that the Nintendo Switch Pro could be priced as high as USD$399 (RM1,647.67). As Nintendo doesn’t have an official presence here in Malaysia, I would not be surprised to see a retail price here of at least RM1,999, which can get you the PS5 Digital Edition.
For now, we will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: I’m already prepared to get my hands on this through any means necessary. It would be amazing if it can run games in 4K but I have a feeling that would be possible in docked mode only while the handheld would see an upgrade to Full HD.
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AMD reportedly working on RDNA cryptomining cards

Back in the heyday of cryptomining, the AMD Polaris and NVIDIA Pascal GPUs were equally popular, for better or worse. Now mining seems to be dominated by NVIDIA’s GPUs, but that doesn’t mean that AMD is giving up that segment. AMD is apparently working on a “blockchain” graphics card based on the Navi 12 GPU.
The Navi 12 is a pretty interesting GPU that’s only offered in the MacBook Pro as the Radeon Pro 5600M. The GPU itself is similar to the flagship Radeon RX 5700 XT’s Navi 10, with 40 CUs and 2560 stream processors, but the configuration in the MacBook Pro sees it clocked slower and paired up with HBM2 memory instead of GDDR6, which really boosted its efficiency, which is important in the mobile form factor.
HBM2 still generally pretty costly, which might hinder its implementation in a cryptomining graphics card. However its efficiency might also draw some attention, so it remains to be seen how will AMD play its cards. The hashrate of the AMD Radeon Pro 5600M is also unknown at the moment, given how it was exclusively being available in the MacBook Pro.

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Previously, there were mentions of the navi10 blockchain SKU in AMD’s Linux drivers. These GPUs had support for the Display Core Next (DCN) and Video Core Next (VCN) features disabled, which means that it will not support display output. The newest drivers also mentions a disabled VCN for the Navi 12 SKU.
With NVIDIA recently announcing the NVIDIA CMP cryptomining cards, it is probably quite an appropriate time for AMD to follow suit. It remains to be seen how this will affect AMD’s supply of GPUs though, which is already strained. AMD fully relies on TSMC’s 7nm node for their current range of products, so adding yet another product into the mix might not sit well with gamers.
It also goes without saying that AMD might also take another page out of NVIDIA’s playbook by repurposing poorly binned gaming GPUs as mining cards. However TSMC has previously boasted that they have excellent yields on the 7nm node, so there might not be that many GPUs to repurpose in the first place.
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Pokdepinion: Well, if AMD can get miners to stop grabbing every gaming GPU available, I will be happy.
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Diablo Immortal is Coming Soon on 2nd June for PC and Mobile

Diablo Immortal was first officially announced back in 2018 and two years later, entered technical alpha but exclusively in Australia. Today, in the year 2022, we now have an official release date which is on the 2nd of June.
In addition to that, Blizzard Entertainment has also revealed that Diablo Immortal will be released on PC and that the game will also feature cross-play and cross-saving. This allows the players to have the option to play at home or on the get-go, and with their friends on whichever platforms they decide on. The game will also be available for free on all platforms; PC, Android, and iOS.

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Diablo Immortal will feature;

Six Playable Classes – Players would be able to choose between the Barbarian, Crusader, Demon Hunter, Monk, Necromancer, and Wizard.
A New Immersive Story – The game takes place between the events of Diablo II and Diablo III where new and old Diablo players can enjoy new lore and environment when playing the game.
Amazing Rewards – To players who want a free Horadrim cosmetic kit, you must first complete the tutorial within 30 days of the game’s release.

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Pokdepinion: Not gonna lie, I’m actually looking forward to giving this game a shot. The game looks fun and the classes available actually look interesting. Might choose the Necromancer class.
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Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 RGB Announced with Enhanced RGB

Kingston FURY, Kingston Technological’s gaming subsidiary, has released Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 RGB memory. This latest addition to the FURY Beast family, the first DDR5 module that can hit 10,0004MT/s, features improved RGB lighting effects with a new heat spreader design that provides vibrant and smooth illumination.

The FURY Beast DDR5 RGB is the optimal way to personalize the look of next-generation DDR5 computers. The RAM is Intel XMP 3.0-Ready and Certified, as well as qualified by the world’s leading motherboard makers. Users can choose from a library of preset patterns and effects using the FURY CTRL2 programme. Users can also tweak the smooth and colourful RGB effects to make their system truly their own. The unique FURY Infrared Sync Technology is used in all the FURY Beast DDR5 RGB modules to keep the lighting effects in perfect sync.

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The 4800MT/s FURY Beast DDR5 RGB incorporates Kingston’s patented Plug N Play technology, which automatically overclocks without the need to select a profile. Intel XMP 3.0 profiles are activated on modules 5200MT/s and faster to lock in the speed, timings, and voltage. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or a new gamer, the FURY Beast DDR5 RGB helps you to get the most out of your gaming experience.
The FURY Beast DDR5 RGB is available in single modules in capacities of 8GB, 16GB, and 32GB, as well as packages of two modules up to 64GB, with speeds up to 6000MT/s. The company’s outstanding reliability is backed by a limited lifetime warranty. With the purchase of Kingston FURY RAM or SSD, customers will receive a unique Kingston keyboard brush or canvas bag.
Kingston FURY Beast DDR5 RGB Specifications

Capacities
Single
8GB or 16GB or 32GB
Dual
16GB or 32GB or 64GB

Frequencies
4800MT/s or 5200MT/s or 5600MT/s or 6000MT/s

Latencies
CL38 or CL40

Voltage
1.1V or 1.25V or 1.35V

Operating Temperature
0°C to 85°C

Dimensions
133.35 mm x 42.23 mm x 7.11 mm

For more information feel free to visit Kingston’s official page by clicking the link here.
Pokdepinion: RGB RAM for your RGB computer. You can have a party at your house after all those lockdowns we have had in the past years.
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Interview with DG1 CEO Gregor Zebic: Bringing the Power of Ecommerce Back to the People

DG1 has entered the Malaysian market, and they are looking to disrupt the ecommerce industry, especially going against giants like Lazada and Shopee. We at Pokde.net spoke to their CEO, Gregor Zebic, to learn all about it.
What is DG1?

For those of you who aren’t aware, DG1 is a company that provides enterprise solutions for small-to-medium businesses (SMEs) with technology and scalability in mind. The goal here is to allow just about anyone to manage and grow an online business as efficiently as possible through the use of AI, automation, and other data-driven advanced technologies.

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You might be thinking that existing ecommerce platforms like Lazada and Shopee could easily do that but there is a commonly underestimated issue here; the businesses do not own or have control over their customer data. As such, they are at the mercy of these 3rd party services, and DG1 seeks to alleviate this disparity and bringing this power back to the business owners where they belong.
While they may sound knew to you as they recently arrived in Malaysia, they do have over 20 years of experience in digital product development and enterprise systems. In fact, they have offices in Canada, Switzerland, Slovenia, and Japan. Their efforts are being spearheaded by CEO and founder, Gregor Zebic, whom we’ve had the honour of speaking to.
How DG1 Started Out

We were one of the first companies to use data aggregation tools, and then building the tools to monitor this data, to (help) sell more. We were building these tools, from web systems to mobile apps, and then later social apps.
Gregor Zebic, DG1 CEO and Founder
According to CEO Gregor Zebic, anyone from your average joe to large-scale businesses have been searching for solutions on how to use the internet to grow, to globalize, and to use data effectively. Previously, DG1 was considered the “one-stop shop” for large brands to move their businesses online so they can use the internet and expand it on a global scale.
In the past with ecommerce, they developed all the tools needed to make this possible, such as newsletters, with the goal of being as efficient as possible with resources. Then in 2016, Gregor filed patents for a new type of ecommerce where the flow of purchase is different as it uses intelligent grid and is driven by big data. The result is said to be 70% improved efficiency with a 10% increase in volumes of orders on average.
After gaining experience in the enterprise world, they shifted their focus on bringing enterprise-level features and downsize its usability to make it as accessible to everyone as possible, especially SMEs. After all, large companies would have all the resources necessary to digitalize their business but this is out of reach for SMEs from both a cost and expertise perspective. Thus, they created the first all-in-one software as a service (SaaS) tool known now as DG1.
Why Should Malaysian SMEs Consider DG1?

They don’t need middle-men, they don’t even need agencies, as they are usually the bottleneck between the business owner and their digital landscape. In many cases, the business owner doesn’t know exactly what’s happening in digital. He / she knows how many orders they got but won’t know what’s their capacity.
Gregor Zebic, DG1 CEO and Founder
DG1 offers a subscription-based service, with the small tier being free. The idea here is that they will help you to start things out and their services, along with the subscription, will scale up accordingly, making it easier for SMEs to grow. As it is an all-in-one environment, you will have everything you need to digitalize you business. Furthermore, it’s said to be easy to use with drag and drop elements and all the tools pre-prepared.
All you have to do is have your own elements prepared, place them inside the web builder and you will have a responsive webpage that works on all devices. You get an online shop, a booking engine, interaction management, campaign management, and an advanced promotion engine for discounts. With mobile apps, it will be under your name and brand, so you get all the accreditations and exposure needed to solidify your business.
Most importantly, all of the important data, especially your customer data, is owned and solely accessible by you. This differs greatly from other platforms like Shopee and Lazada as the data doesn’t belong to you and without it, you could miss out on key developments such as the use of artificial intelligence and personalization, both of which are highly data-driven. The goal here is to bring data ownership back to where it belongs, to the business owners.

DG1 is continuously working on new tools and when these tools are ready, they will be instantly available to all their customers without the need to pay extra. This is how they keep their customers up to pace with new technologies, which continues to evolve at an overwhelming speed. As they see it, the more you grow, the more they will grow as well, but it will always be proportionate to your online sales, so you will not be suddenly moved to some “enterprise pricing” out of the blue.
They can cater to a wide variety of brands to build their digital presence tailored to their needs as they have onboarding specialists to help accordingly. Even for those who want variations of their website in different countries, it is possible with their multi-site feature, which takes into account the different currencies, taxation, and languages used, and it will also integrate different payment gateways, logistic systems, and billing systems as well in a single environment.
All of this can be up and running in just two minutes as it’s self-provisioned. DG1 will enable you to digitalize your business really fast with all the tools you need to not only start, but also to manage it. With their pricing being packaged in a predictable way with scalability in mind, it will be easier for SMEs to strategize ahead of time. In the case of any potential downtimes, they have a dedicated support team to help get things back up and running again. You literally have everything from A to Z prepared for you.
How Much Do I Have to Pay?

If all of this sounds interesting to you, you might be wondering how much you will have to pay for such a service. As we mentioned earlier, you can start out for free as they have a 14-day trial period. Afterwards, you could even get a 30-day free subscription as well. Once all of that has exhausted, there are a total of 14 subscription tiers available, ranging from USD $290 (RM1,360 approximately) per month to USD $10,390 (RM48,850 approximately) per month.
That final figure may sound scary but do not worry as they will only scale it up accordingly to your business size and growth. After all, it wouldn’t make sense to put you all the way in the 14th tier if the 1st tier is more than enough for your volume of sales. If you would like to make enquiries, head over to their official website for further details by clicking right here.
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AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT gets bumped up clocks just before launch?

NVIDIA recently lobbed $50 off the GeForce RTX 2060’s price, but it seems like AMD has yet another card up its sleeve. The GPU and memory clocks of the Radeon RX 5600 XT will reportedly get a rather significant boost, just days before it will go on shelves.
Before this, the Radeon RX 5600 XT had rather sedate clocks, with a Game Clock of 1375 MHz and Boost Clock of 1560 MHz. The TDP also reflected this, sitting at a mild 150W. And of course, there’s the 6GB of GDDR6, running at 12 Gbps.

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We thought that this meant AMD would be using a slower bin of GDDR6 as well as poorer bins of the Navi 10 GPU, but if these reports are true, that wouldn’t be the case at all. Because after the overclock, the Radeon RX 5600 XT will actually have higher clocks than the Radeon RX 5700, and the same 14 Gbps GDDR6 memory as the pricier card.
The updated vBIOS which reflects these higher clocks for both the GPU and memory has allegedly been pushed out recently, although I do doubt that AMD did this so close to the actual launch date as partners would probably have readied their cards for shipping, or may have even shipped them out already. No one in their right mind would get their partners to unbox every sealed card to flash an update vBIOS just to say “gotcha” to their competition at the very last moment.
AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (Updated) Specs

Navi 10, 36 CU, 2304 SP, 7nm FinFET
Game Clock: 1615 MHz (from 1560 MHz)
Boost Clock: 1750 MHz (from 1620 MHz)
6GB GDDR6 @ 14 Gbps (from 12 Gbps)
192-bit memory interface, 336GB/s total bandwidth
160W TDP
$279 (~RM1131)

The end result should be quite interesting to see, as the 6GB VRAM shouldn’t really be that much of an issue at the 1080p segment. If it does run faster than Radeon RX 5700 at 1080p, it may represent a pretty interesting option for gamers who can’t afford cards above the $300 mark, albeit at the expensive of the Radeon RX 5700.
This chart is now outdated after the updated clocks…
AMD has previously “tricked” NVIDIA into releasing the GeForce RTX SUPER cards to match the price points of their Radeon RX 5700 series, before announcing updated pricing which were significantly more competitive.
Pokdepinion: Seems like an interesting development to what should be a pretty straightforward mid-range GPU.
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Microsoft Launches New Surface Family in Malaysia – A Variety of Microsoft Surface for Everyone

Looking for a new laptop? Microsoft Malaysia has launched a variety of new Surface products that caters to virtually everyone. Say hello to the new Surface Family.
Microsoft Launches New Surface Family in Malaysia

At a launch event in Damansara, Microsoft has introduced its Surface lineup for Malaysia to empower users to achieve more with the ultimate Windows device.

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The new devices include the Surface Laptop and the Surface Book 2 which will be available for purchase starting from the 15th of March onwards. The Surface lineup rounds up a strong portfolio of Microsoft devices that will not only allow users to unleash their creativity through new Windows 10 Creators Update features, but also to empower every individual to be productive on their own terms.
Michal Golebiewski, Microsoft Malaysia’s Chief Marketing & Operations Officer, said:
Since the launch of Surface Pro in Malaysia, we have been receiving feedback from our consumers that they are looking for different forms of Windows devices to suit their varying needs.
Today, we are excited to be bringing an expanded lineup of Surface devices, which brings an ultimate computing experience with the combination of power and portability and will inspire users to bring a new level of creativity to their work.
The Most Powerful Surface Ever: Surface Book 2

Removing the barrier between a conventional desktop and laptop, the Surface Book 2 features the latest 8th Gen Intel Core processors coupled with the graphical prowess of the latest NVIDIA GeForce GPUs. The Surface Book is 2 is said to offer up to 5 times more power than the original.
For those seeking flexibility in the way they use their device, the Surface Book 2 supports 4 different modes, including Studio Mode, Laptop Mode, View Mode, or even Tablet mode by simply detaching the screen.
The Surface Book 2 will be available in 13.5” or 15” options, and is said to have an impressive 17-hour battery life for marathon productivity sessions. From running software such as Adobe Creative Cloud and Autodesk, to playing games such as Forza Motorsport 7 or Gears of War at 1080p 60fps, it is more than prepared to support users’ workload for work or for play.
Performance Meets Style: Surface Laptop

The Surface Laptop combines design and performance in a sleek, elegant clamshell device. It’s powered by a 7th Gen Intel Core processor and is said to have up to 14.5 hours of battery life to last through the day. At just 1.25 kilograms and less than 14.5mm thin, the Surface Laptop fits nicely into your favorite bag, and is lightweight for users to bring around.
In addition, the Surface Laptop features a signature keyboard covered in luxurious Alcantara material, along with a quiet and responsive keyset, large precision trackpad, and soft palm rest for a new level of typing comfort.
Pricing and Availability

The Surface Laptop is now available for purchase in Malaysia at local Surface authorized retailers. The Surface Book 2 is currently available for pre-orders at Surface authorized retailers and will be available for purchase from the 15th March 2018 onwards.
The recommended retail price for the Surface Book 2, Surface Laptop as well as Surface Accessories and adapters are as follows:
Surface Book 2

13.5” Intel Core™ i5, 256GB SSD, 8GB RAM, Intel HD Graphics 620 – RM6,899
13.5” Intel Core™ i7, 256GB SSD, 8GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 – RM8,899
13.5” Intel Core™ i7, 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 – RM11,199
13.5” Intel Core™ i7, 1TB SSD, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 – RM13,399
15” Intel Core™ i7, 256GB SSD, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 – RM10,799
15” Intel Core™ i7, 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 – RM12,499
15” Intel Core™ i7, 1TB SSD, 16GB RAM, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 – RM14,199

Surface Laptop

Intel Core i5, 128GB SSD, 4GB RAM, Intel HD®Graphics 620 – RM4,499
Intel Core i5, 256GB SSD, 8GB RAM, Intel HD Graphics 620 – RM5,849
Intel Core i7, 256GB SSD, 8GB RAM, Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 – RM7,199
Intel Core i7, 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM, Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 – RM10,029
Intel Core i7, 1TB SSD, 16GB RAM, Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 – RM12,399

Surface Accessories

Surface Pen (Available in Black, Platinum, Burgundy and Cobalt Blue) – RM299
Microsoft Surface Arc Mouse (Available in Light Gray, Burgundy, Cobalt Blue) – RM459
Microsoft Surface Mouse (Silver) – RM249
Microsoft Surface Precision Mouse (Light Grey) – RM399
Microsoft Surface Keyboard (Silver) – RM519
Surface Dock RM789

Surface Adapters

Ethernet Adapter – RM179
VGA Adapter – RM179
HDMI Adapter – RM179
USB-C to HDMI Adapter – RM158
USB-C to VGA Adapter – RM158

Pokdepinion: BRB, trying out which organs I don’t need so I can fund myself for the new machines.
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Razer Card is a payment card that lights up

It probably comes as no surprise that Razer’s products light up. But VISA card? The Razer Card is exactly that, with an illuminated logo that lights up on payment. Interested? Well you have to be Singaporean to get one of the first 1337 cards. Definitely an elite few indeed.
The Razer Card is the physical extension of Razer Pay, allowing you to use it wherever Visa is accepted. On top of having a fancy card, the Razer Card offers unlimited cashbacks all year round. For starters, users will enjoy 10% cashback on RazerStore and Razer Gold purchases, as well as gamified Card Beta rewards that offers the opportunity to redeem up to S$2000 worth of Razer gear and other card upgrades.

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It marks Razer’s next step in Razer Fintech’s ambitions to establish the world’s first global youth bank. Razer will offer the Razer Card as a virtual card, as well as a Standard or Premium physical card. As you might expect, the latter is the one that glows. It only glows in green, but hopefully we will have a Razer Card Chroma in the near future.
Pokdepinion: Well, finally a good reason to use Razer Pay, eh?
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Complete your all-white setup with ROG Moonlight White peripherals, now available in Malaysia!

Are you a fan of all-white PC builds? The Republic of Gamers has just the thing for you, with the arrival of the Moonlight White series of peripherals. There’s the ROG Strix Scope NX TKL Moonlight White, ROG Strix Impact II Moonlight White, ROG Strix Go Core Moonlight White and the ROG Cetra Core Moonlight White, letting you complete your entire gaming setup.
ROG Strix Scope NX TKL Moonlight White – RM499

The ROG Strix Scope NX TKL Moonlight White is a compact, tenkeyless mechanical gaming keyboard. It features the Xcurrate Design, which entails an extra-wide Control key that will be incompatible with just about every third-party keycap sets. Unlike the ROG Claymore II though, it comes with ROG NX switches, which do feature MX-compatible stems, so you can actually replace the keycaps.

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Speaking of which , the ROG NX switches are optimized in terms of feel and reliability for gamers, and you get a choice of linear ROG NX Red, tactile ROG NX Brown and clicky ROG NX Blue with the ROG Strix Scope NX TKL Moonlight White. In terms of design, the ROG Strix Scope NX TKL Moonlight White feature a bright brushed aluminum top plate and white keycaps.
ROG Strix Impact II Moonlight White – RM169

With an ambidextrous design, the ROG Strix Impact II Moonlight White is a lightweight gaming mouse for both left-handed and right-handed gamers. Weighing just 79g, the ROG Strix Impact II Moonlight White features a 6200DPI sensor for precise tracking and five programmable buttons for your convenience. Unfortunately it doesn’t come with a sleeved cable though, as it comes with a 2m long soft-rubber USB cable, that’s of course, white in color.
ROG Strix Go Core Moonlight White – RM339

The ROG Strix Go Core Moonlight White is compatible with all gaming platforms with its 3.5mm connection. Featuring large 40mm ASUS Essence drivers with airtight chambers, the ROG Strix Go Core Moonlight White promises rich, pure sound with optimized deep bass for immersive audio experiences. As the “Go” in the name implies, it is also very portable, with a swivel-fold mechanism to help you easily stow it when you are done with your gaming session.
ROG Cetra II Core Moonlight White – RM239

If you need even more portability, the ROG Cetra II Core Moonlight White is for you. The ROG Cetra II Core Moonlight White are in-ear gaming headphones with ASUS Essence driver made of liquid silicone rubber. Similar to the ROG Strix Go Core, the ROG Cetra II Core also features the standard 3.5mm audio connection, ensuring compatibility with every relevant gaming platform. The ROG Cetra II Core Moonlight White comes with a selection of ear fins and ear tips that are also made of the same liquid silicone rubber for maximum comfort.
Pokdepinion: Why is the Ctrl key on the ROG Strix Scope NX TKL so damn long!
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CES 2020: ROG Zephyrus G15 leaked with Ryzen 7 4800HS in tow

If you were waiting on CES 2020 to start to find out what’s new, this should be quite a combo for you. ASUS’ upcoming ROG Zephyrus G15 has just leaked out on Videocardz, along with its CPU which is another highly anticipated product: the AMD Ryzen 7 4800HS.

The ROG Zephyrus G15 is one interesting laptop with a fancy new lid design. Instead of a simple metal lid, more than half of the lid appears to be practically an LED display now.
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The above video might give you a better hint of what it is capable of. Hopefully, it’s fully customizable via some easy to use software. The specifications aside from the new processor are pretty standard affair.

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It will be offered with either a 144 Hz or 240 Hz display, and you can get it with a GeForce RTX 2060 or a GeForce GTX 1660 Ti. Standard stuff. Suprising to see the Radeon RX 5500M not featured here, considering that it does offer performance pretty similar to a GeForce GTX 1660 Ti, at least in practice. Last but not least, the ROG Zephyrus G15 is apparently going to weigh 2.1kg, which I must say isn’t as light as some of the other ROG Zephyrus models.

Meanwhile, the Ryzen 7 4800HS is probably quite a bit more exciting. This is reportedly going to be the first Zen 2 APU, and will also be AMD’s first mobile processor with eight cores under the hood. Considering that the ROG Zephyrus G15 does seem like a rather portable machine, it would really be quite impressive if AMD managed to release an eight-core processor and yet not produce an inferno’s worth of heat. Well, AMD will be holding a press conference 6 am tomorrow so stay tuned for the full details!
CES 2020 is shaping up to be quite an interesting event with a number of big announcements lined up.
Pokdepinion: I can’t wait to customize that lid!
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Colorful SL500 Mini is the world’s smallest SATA SSD!

At the recent launch of Longsys’ industrial park recently, Colorful and Longsys took the opportunity to show off the world’s smallest SATA SSD, named the Colorful SL500 Mini. The SSDs are so small that you can probably lose 1TB of your files simply because you can’t find where you dropped the drives.
The Colorful SL500 Mini is reportedly the culmination of Longsys’ technology know-how and Colorful’s marketing expertise. The drive will feature a custom Longsys controller and Micron N28 QLC NAND. The overall dimensions of the drive is just 33.4 x 17.2 x 1.23 mm. For comparison, a standard-sized SD card is 32.0 x 24 x 2.1 mm. A SD card is not only thicker, but also has a larger footprint than the SL500 Mini!

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While the drive is absolutely diminutive, the 480GB variant is rated for up to 560MB/s read speeds and write speeds of up to 480MB/s. The smaller 240GB variant offers understandably slower 550MB/s read and 445MB/s write. You can get them in capacities ranging up to 960GB, which is plenty of space in such a small package.
At the time of writing, Colorful reportedly has not announced the price nor availability of the SL500 Mini SSDs.
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Pokdepinion: Well, I wonder what devices would take advantage of the SL500 Mini’s size and form factor.
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New Kingdom Hearts 3 TGS Trailer is Up – Showcasing Big Hero 6, “13th Vessel”, and More

As we inch closer and closer to Tokyo Game Show 2018, we get yet another glimpse into Kingdom Hearts 3 featuring Disney’s Big Hero 6 and more story content.
New Kingdom Hearts 3 TGS Trailer is Up

The folks over at Square Enix revealed a beautiful new trailer of its highly anticipated JRPG that feels like we’ve been waiting for ages now, Kingdom Hearts 3.
The new TGS trailer was teased by Square Enix recently and true to their word, they have delivered it. While the trailer focuses on the newly-revealed Big Hero 6 world, we also take a look at plenty more footage including story cutscenes and gameplay.

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There were also mentions of the “13th Vessel” for Organization XIII, which apparently has been found. Oddly enough, we also see Riku, looking more like his Kingdom Hearts 1 counterpart, arguing with Sora.
You can watch the awesome new trailer at the top of this post. Kingdom Hearts 3 will be coming to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on 29th January 2019 (assuming there are no more delays) worldwide except for Japan, which will be coming earlier on 25th January 2019.
Pokdepinion: I’m wondering if they’re referring to Aqua as the new vessel, an incarnation of RIku from a different timeline, or someone else completely.
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[E3 2019] The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Confirmed for Nintendo Switch

Previously, we reported on rumours that The Witcher 3 is being ported to the Nintendo Switch. As seen during the Nintendo E3 2019 presentation, that rumour has turned out to be true after all.
The game was revealed via a new trailer that showed some footage of it in action. As you might expect, it looked like a downgrade compared to its counterparts on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, but that’s to be expected.
As of now, we don’t know exactly when The Witcher 3 will be coming to the Nintendo Switch, but the trailer ended by saying it’ll be before the end of the year. We can expect to hear more from CD Projekt Red in the coming days or weeks about this new port, so stay tuned to Pokde.net.

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If you want to check out the reveal trailer for The Witcher 3 on Switch, we’ve included it at the top of this post.
Pokdepinion: Rather than being really interested in playing, I am more so curious to see how the game runs on the Nintendo Switch.
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MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ Unveiled: Elevating the Midrange Experience with 5G

MediaTek has officially announced its latest midrange mobile chipset, the Dimensity 6100+. With support for Sub-6 5G connectivity, this chipset aims to bring enhanced performance and features to midrange smartphones. Let’s dive into the key specifications and capabilities of the Dimensity 6100+ and what it means for mobile users.
MediaTek Dimensity 6100+

The Dimensity 6100+ is equipped with a CPU configuration that consists of two Cortex-A76 cores and six Cortex-A55 cores. This combination offers a balance between power efficiency and performance, ensuring smooth multitasking and responsiveness. Additionally, the chipset supports 10-bit 90 Hz or 120 Hz displays, providing users with a visually immersive experience while consuming media or navigating through the interface.

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MediaTek’s Dimensity 6100+ boasts “AI-powered cameras” capable of supporting up to 108 MP sensors. This enables users to capture stunning, high-resolution images with enhanced clarity and detail. Furthermore, the chipset supports “2K” 30fps video capture, allowing for smooth and vibrant video recording. The inclusion of artificial intelligence in camera technology aims to enhance features such as bokeh effects for stunning portraits and selfies.
MediaTek emphasizes the power efficiency of the Dimensity 6100+ with its “UltraSave 3.0+ technology.” This feature is said to reduce 5G power consumption by 20% compared to competitive solutions, although specific comparisons have not been disclosed. With this optimization, users can expect longer battery life and extended usage on their 5G-enabled devices.
Collaborating with Arcsoft, MediaTek is introducing “AI-color” technology to mainstream devices. Although the specifics are not yet clear, this technology is aimed at empowering users to showcase their creativity and bring a new level of color enhancement to their photos. As the first devices powered by the Dimensity 6100+ hit the market, we can expect to gain a better understanding of how this innovative feature enhances the overall photography experience.
The Dimensity 6100+ is set to make its debut in the 3rd quarter of this year, spanning from July to September. As this chipset finds its way into smartphones, users can anticipate experiencing the performance, connectivity, and imaging capabilities it brings. While precise device models have not been revealed, MediaTek’s Dimensity 6100+ has the potential to deliver a competitive midrange option for users seeking a balance between affordability and advanced features.
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Pokdepinion: MediaTek’s announcement of the Dimensity 6100+ chipset signals a new era for midrange smartphones. With its support for Sub-6 5G connectivity, powerful CPU configuration, advanced display support, and innovative camera technologies, it aims to elevate the user experience in the midrange segment.
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The ultralight Cooler Master MM731 is priced at RM239 in Malaysia

Are you looking for an ultra-light wireless mouse without an ultra-high price tag? Well, don’t we have just the thing for you. The Cooler Master MM731 is now available in Malaysia, priced at just RM239. If you want the wired Cooler Master MM730, it’s even more affordable at just RM169 now.
Cooler Master MM731 now available in Malaysia
The Cooler Master MM731 is slightly heavier than the Cooler Master MM730, tipping the scales at 59g versus the 48g weight of the MM730. But I am pretty sure that its something plenty of people will find acceptable, as you get to go wireless for a mere 11g extra.

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And you get not only the mainstream 2.4GHz wireless connectivity, but also Bluetooth. The latter is meant for longer battery life, with the 500mAh battery delivering up to 190 hours of use in Bluetooth mode. With that said, the Cooler Master MM731 is also rated for a good 72 hours of use when using the low-latency 2.4GHz wireless mode. If for some reason you decide to use it as a wired mouse, Cooler Master included a light Ultraweave cable, lowering drag to an absolute minimum.
Other features of the Cooler Master MM731 include optical mouse switches, optical scroll encoder and a flagship optical sensor that goes up to 19 000 DPI, with the option to boost up to 38 000 DPI for some insane sensitivity. Also under the mouse are pure PTFE feet for effortless glides and quick flicks. The shell of the Cooler Master MM731 and MM730 comprises entirely of hard plastic, but Cooler Master also included a set of grip tape to improve the grip depending on your preference.

You can get the Cooler Master MM731 for RM239 now, with the Cooler Master MM730 available for just RM169.
Pokdepinion: That was more affordable than I expected!
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PS Plus Asia February 2023 FREE Games Lineup

Unlike our US and EU counterparts, PS Plus Asia February 2023 has a total of five games included. All of them will be available for PS Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium members starting 7th February 2023 until 6th March 2023 so if you haven’t claimed January’s lineup yet, you still have a bit of time (at the time of this writing). Now let’s dive right into the lineup.
PS Plus Asia February 2023
Evil Dead: The Game | PS4, PS5

Embark on a thrilling journey as Ash Williams or his friends from the classic Evil Dead franchise in a game packed with outrageous co-op and PvP multiplayer action. Join forces with three other survivors as you explore, scavenge, face your fears, and search for crucial items to close the portal between worlds. This game draws inspiration from the three original Evil Dead movies and the Ash vs Evil Dead TV series. Choose to fight for good or control the Kandarian Demon and hunt down Ash and his allies, possessing Deadites, objects in the environment, and more, all in the pursuit of capturing their souls.

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OlliOlliWorld | PS4, PS5

Embark on a journey to reach Gnarvana and discover the mystical skate gods in this vibrant and entertaining skateboarding action-platformer. Explore a quirky world as you undertake missions, face challenges, and make new friends. Enjoy a seamless blend of accessibility, depth, and player freedom as you immerse yourself in Roll7’s critically-acclaimed and award-winning flow state gameplay, making OlliOlli World the third entry in the OlliOlli series from the BAFTA-winning indie studio.
Destiny 2: Beyond Light | PS4, PS5

Dive into the world of Destiny 2 and embark on a new adventure with this multiplayer action shooter expansion. Explore the icy moon of Europa, wield the power of the new elemental force known as Stasis, and gather powerful Exotic gear as you face off against the Kell of Darkness, Eramis and her army of Fallen.

Mafia: The Definitive Edition | PS4

Venture into a 1930’s urban environment filled with interwar architecture, automobiles, and culture, along with a criminal-ridden underworld in this full remake of the 2002 classic. As you climb the ranks of the Mafia during the Prohibition era of organized crime, Tommy Angelo, a cab driver, is thrust into a dangerous criminal world. Despite his initial reluctance to join the Salieri crime family, Tommy soon realizes that the rewards are too tempting to ignore.
SWORD ART ONLINE Alicization Lycoris | PS4

Set during the Alicization story arc, Sword Art Online Alicization Lycoris is an action RPG set in the SAO virtual universe, specifically within Underworld but also includes loose adaptations of the Human Realm. The game itself serves as a prologue for the original story of the game, after subduing Quinella.
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Pokdepinion: It’s interesting that the PS Plus Asia February 2023 free games lineup has an extra game over the other regions. Well, we’re still gonna see more free games coming later in the month so maybe it will be balanced out.
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Quantum Break — no longer a Xbox One exclusive

Quantum Break was announced as a Xbox One exclusive back in 2014. Now it seems that the PC Master Race will be able to partake in this next-gen game which is a fast-paced fusion between game and show giving the player a completely unique entertainment experience. From the gameplay video, the game revolves around a certain dude named Jack Joyce who can manipulate time. Cool.

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A pre-order offer for Quantum Break is available right now, where you only need to pay for the Xbox One version, and you will receive Alan Wake, The Signal and The Writer add-ons, Alan Wake’s American Nightmare and also the PC version of Quantum Break. Save games are sync-ed between both Xbox One and PC versions, so gamers who own both devices can continue the game on either the console or the computer. There won’t be any issues with the PC Master Race’s advantage during online gameplay as Quantum Break is a single player action-adventure experience.

Not every member of the PC Master Race will be able to enjoy this game though. The system requirements released on their website imply that this game will need rather recent hardware, and a GPU that supports the latest DX12 API, of course. If you want to max out all the graphics settings, the developers recommend a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 980 Ti or AMD Radeon R9 Fury X, so I guess it is safe to say that this game is set to provide some serious eye candy for the PC Master Race who can afford the high-end cards.
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Quantum Break will be released on 5th April 2016.

Pokdepinion: The minimum specifications of Quantum Break and the DirectX 12-only requirement seem to promise great graphics. However until we see PC gameplay videos, we will reserve our judgement.
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Samsung shuts down custom CPU division

Samsung is shutting down their R&D centers in Austin, Texas and San Jose, California. The two centers were focused on designing Samsung’s custom cores like the Mongoose cores used in recent Samsung flagships.
With the shuttering of the two R&D centers, Samsung is expected to go back to using Arm-based cores, sort of like what HUAWEI has been doing for the longest time. Qualcomm has also begun customizing Arm’s designs since the Snapdragon 835. There’s nothing to be ashamed of though, with Qualcomm’s chips still topping benchmark charts like there’s no tomorrow.

Samsung’s single-core performance has always topped benchmark charts, thanks to the performance of the Korean giant’s custom Mongoose architecture. Switching over to Arm’s designs would probably relinquish that lead, leaving them to fight at the same level as fellow Arm core adopters, HUAWEI and Qualcomm.

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Samsung may still have an ace up their sleeves though. Thanks to their partnership with AMD, focusing on GPU architectures based on Navi would definitely hurt where Qualcomm is enjoying a very comfortable lead in: GPU performance, if they are successful. The Exynos 9820‘s GPU performance barely comes close to 2018’s Snapdragon 845, so a better GPU is rather direly needed in the Samsung camp.
290 American employees will be laid off at Samsung’s R&D centers, as Samsung ends their CPU project.
Pokdepinion: Will the Exynos 990 be the last Mongoose-based chipset from Samsung?
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Famous Fortnite Youtuber Gets Permanent Ban For Aimbot Use

Having over 2million subscribers on Youtube, it seems that Faze Jarvis hit a brick wall as he was banned permanently from playing Fortnite for cheating.
The funny side of the story is that he didn’t do anything to conceal of his activity with the cheat software, where it was even the subject of a video (that got him banned). He states in the open of his intent to use aimbot on an alternate account and began playing, where he owned everyone in the process.
Despite the video already been taken down by Jarvis, thankfully there’s one that’s captured by Fortnite Area. You can check the video below.

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After the incident, Jarvis uploaded an apology video on his Youtube, where he admits of his wrongdoings and ignorance for the game’s Community Rules and EULA.
Pokdepinion: It was always an invite to disaster when you put content that violate rules. Hopefully he’ll learn from it. Now I wonder of what’ll happen. What will he play next?
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OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition Officially Revealed — Packs 10GB RAM With 30W Warp Charging

OnePlus has finally revealed of the latest OnePlus 6T McLaren edition. Previously, it was thought that it would pack 50W Warp Charging with the package but it seems that it will only power up to 30W.
OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition

The new McLaren edition sports a different orange scheme on the accessories as well as the device itself to match McLaren’s theme. There’s also the McLaren logo at the lower bottom of the rear, just to show how exclusive the device is. Aesthetics aside, it packs the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset from the original OnePlus 6T but offers a bigger 10GB RAM that’s paired with 256GB of internal storage.
Besides that, the new variant supports a 30W charger which is faster than the original’s offering, and mind you, it was already quite fast. According to OnePlus, the new Warp Charge is up to 50% faster than the previous to charge the phone’s 3700mAh battery.

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With the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition, it comes with an orange braided charge cable, orange headphone dongle, as well as a black charger. In addition to that, they’ve provided a hardcover book that showcase the brand’s auto exploits over the years.
Despite the company has revealed that it is priced at US$699 (around RM2927), it is yet to be confirmed that the OnePlus 6T McLaren Edition will make its way here to Malaysia.
Pokdepinion: It is looking mighty fine. By the looks of its specification, it certainly packs a punch.
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