Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Beta System Requirements is Out – RAM Upgrade Imminent?

The system requirements for Call of Duty Black Ops 4 beta has been revealed. It seems to be rather RAM-heavy but either way, can your PC handle the game?
Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Beta System Requirements is Out

Are you looking forward to Call of Duty Black Ops 4? Wondering if your PC can handle the stress? Well, this could give you a clearer idea of what to expect. Developer Treyarch has revealed the exact system requirements needed to run the game.

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You can find both the minimum and recommended system requirements for the beta right below here:
Minimum Requirements:

CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K or AMD equivalent
RAM: 8GB RAM
HDD: 25GB HD space
Video: Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 2 GB / GTX 1050 2GB or AMD Radeon HD 7850
DirectX: Version 11.0 compatible video card or equivalent
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
OS: Windows 7 64-bit or higher

Recommended Requirements:

CPU: Intel Core i7-4770K or AMD equivalent
RAM: 12GB RAM
HDD: 25GB HD space
Video: Nvidia GeForce GTX 970 / GTX 1060 6GB or AMD Radeon R9 390 / AMD RX 580
DirectX: Version 11.0 compatible video card or equivalent
Network: Broadband Internet connection
Sound Card: DirectX Compatible
OS: Windows 10 64 Bit

It’s important to keep in mind as Treyarch pointed out in the original blog post that these are just the beta specs and that they may change completely in time for the full game’s release in just a couple of months. It could even happen by the time that the Blackout beta begins, if that were to come to PC.
For those of you who aren’t aware, the second weekend of the Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 beta, is set to launch on Friday, 10th August 2018, and it’ll be available on all platforms this time around.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 4  will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on 12th October 2018.
Source: Treyarch Community Post
Pokdepinion: While it looks rather forgiving at first glance, it would seem that the game is more reliant on the PC’s RAM. 8GB for minimum requirements is an interesting figure to look at.
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BIOSTAR Racing Series motherboards to feature Dual BIOS

With two physical BIOS chips, BIOSTAR motherboards allow two independent BIOS ROMs to be booted from. This provides a safety feature as well as a convenient tool for overclockers who might encounter system stability issues during system tweaking as well as troubleshooting possible issues caused by corrupted ROMs or a hardware failure. BIOS viruses that may attack the ROM are also mitigated as one can fall back to the secondary BIOS for system recovery. Users may run different versions of BIOS ROMs independently for maximum compatibility.

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BIOSTAR RACING motherboards feature a manual BIOS switch to toggling between ROMs. The decision to go with a manual switch is to limit the possibility of corrupting the secondary BIOS with an automatic design. Other motherboards who utilize a dual-BIOS design utilize an automatic switching method which could potentially cause further issue when a corrupted BIOS or virus is automatically copied over to the backup BIOS. BIOSTAR’s manual switch design for its Dual BIOS implementation limits this issue by allowing each ROM to operate independently of each other.
How to Use Dual BIOS?
To use Dual BIOS, select the desired ROM (ROM1/ROM2) via the onboard switch and power on the system. Be sure to note the active BIOS when you want to flash an update or reflash the existing version.

The Dual BIOS allows you to choose one of the BIOS ROMs (ROM1/ROM2) for booting up.
If you want to flash BIOS ROM, please make sure the Dual BIOS switch is set to the BIOS ROM which you want to update.
The failed BIOS can be updated by using BIOSTAR BIOS Flasher or BIOSTAR BIOS Update Utility.

The BIOSTAR Racing series motherboards that come with this feature include the Z170GT7, B150GT5 and H170GT3.

Pokdepinion: Dual BIOS isn’t something new in the world of overclocking motherboards, but to see it in lower end boards like the B150GT5 and H170GT3 is new to me. I wonder if BIOSTAR still supports overclocking on non-Z170 motherboards, because only then will dual BIOS be useful to recover from a failed overclock.
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GIGABYTE G5 laptops with GeForce RTX 3060 graphics announced from RM4699

GIGABYTE are probably better known for their premium AORUS gaming laptops and high-end AERO content creator notebooks, but they have just announced the new GIGABYTE G5 mid-range gaming laptops featuring the GeForce RTX 3060 laptop GPU. GIGABYTE targets the GIGABYTE G5 laptops at a younger demographic, who use their laptops for everything from gaming and content creation to daily productivity.
To facilitate that, GIGABYTE equipped the laptops with the 10th Gen Intel Core processors. To add a more affordable option, they also offer the GIGABYTE G5 with the Intel Core i5-10500H processor which offers six-cores and 12 processing threads. Paired with the GeForce RTX 3060 laptop GPU, the GIGABYTE G5 laptops are fully capable to power great gaming experiences.

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Speaking of which, GIGABYTE is offering the laptops with 240Hz IPS panel that can display the full 72% NTSC color gamut. This is roughly equivalent to 100% sRGB, which is adequate for gamers and casual content creators. Ensuring that you have sufficient space to store all your files and games is a triple-storage configuration comprising of two M.2 slots along with a 2.5″ drive bay.
GIGABYTE G5 Specs and Pricing

GIGABYTE G5 KC (i5)
GIGABYTE G5 KC (i7)

Processor
Intel Core i5-10500H, 6C/12T @ up to 4.5GHz
Intel Core i7-10870H, 8C/16T @ up to 5.0GHz

RAM
16GB DDR4-3200 (2 x 8GB DDR4 SO-DIMM)

Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU 6GB GDDR6
Boost Clock 1425MHz, up to 105W with Dynamic Boost 2.0

Storage
512GB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
(1 x M.2 slot + 1 x 2.5″ SATA bay vacant)

Display
15.6″ FHD 240Hz IPS display
72% NTSC gamut

Connectivity
Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX200
Realtek RTL8411B 2.5G Ethernet
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C (supports DP 1.4)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps) Type-A
1 x USB 3.0 Type-A
1 x USB 2.0 Type-A
1 x miniDP 1.4
1 x HDMI 2.0

Battery
48.96WHr battery
180W power adapter

Dimensions
361 x 258 x 27.9 mm

Weight
2.2kg

MSRP
RM4699 (1-year warranty)
RM4899 (2-year warranty)
RM5699 (1-year warranty)
RM5899 (2-year warranty)

The GIGABYTE G5 is currently available on GIGABYTE Notebook Official Store on Shopee as well as authorized retailers.
Pokdepinion: The design is really reminiscent of the last-gen gaming laptops, but I guess it’s what inside that counts. And for that price, it’s hard to fault the GIGABYTE G5.
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[Minor Spoilers] Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite Review; Only Decent at Best

Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite had a lot of hype surrounding it but did it manage to live up to it? Well, not really…and here’s why we feel that way.
Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite Review

The Marvel VS Capcom series has been very popular with the fighting game community across the globe. It allowed gamers to assemble dream matches that wouldn’t be possible otherwise in what is considered by many as the ultimate fan service by both companies. With licensing issues plaguing the development behind the scenes, many were worried as to how the game will turn out. Today, we’re going to look at the latest installment to hit store shelves, Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite.

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Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite Synopsis

The Marvel and Capcom universe has somehow merged into one. The heroes from both worlds are starting to adjust to this new life but a brand new threat has reared its head and if not taken care of, there will no longer be any universe to call home anymore. This new threat is known as Ultron Sigma, the combined form of Marvel’s Ultron and Megaman X’s Sigma, both of which managed to combine with the help of the Infinity Stones.
The heroes were miserably defeated in their initial attempts at taking down Ultron Sigma but they managed to retreat to safety in time. In order to defeat him, the heroes must enlist the help of the only person that is experienced in using the Infinity Stones; the supervillain known as Thanos. Will our heroes be able to save the universe and potentially restore the worlds as it once was?
Strange Looking Character Models

The graphics on Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite is subjective to each person’s taste. I myself find it to be an upgrade from the previous game, Ultimate Marvel VS Capcom 3, in terms of quality of the visuals. However, there is one aspect that is too strange to ignore and made the game a tad bit comical. It would seem that virtually every character in the game’s roster has an upgrade in muscle definition.

There are a lot of characters with broader shoulders and huge muscles that make it hard to take each character seriously, despite the more life-like graphics compared to the previous game. The most notable example is Chris Redfield. While the character itself is muscular, this one makes it look more akin to Street Fighter’s Zangief, and that’s not how the characters should be.
Another interesting to note is that sometimes, the characters’ mouth does not sync up with what they say. This could simply be a bug in the program that’s easily fixable via a software update but it’s hard not to cringe since such a noticeable issue was present in the final product.
Disappointing Playable Character Roster

What is arguably the most disappointing part of the Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite is the playable character roster. Assuming you buy the standard edition of the game, you will only have access to 30 playable characters from both Marvel and Capcom. We’ve seen around double this amount in its predecessors, which makes it quite disappointing.
Not to mention, some key characters from this special crossover series has gone completely missing. Popular characters such as Deadpool, Akuma, and Wolverine are nowhere to be seen. In fact, looking at the character roster alone feels like the game should have been renamed to “Marvel Cinematic Universe VS Capcom” as most of the Marvel characters are the ones we see in the movies as of late.
Of course, there are DLC characters coming to the game; 3 of which were added shortly after the game’s release and another 3 coming by the end of 2017. Even so, most of the DLC characters were even more underwhelming than the base roster. In fact, the only ones that were of notable interest were Megaman X’s Sigma and Monster Hunter. While more characters are expected to be added in 2018, this is a terrible start to a game that is meant to be a staple in the fighting game community.
Appealing Too Much to the Casual Crowd

Unlike its most recent predecessor, Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite has switched back to a 2-on-2 format, with each player choosing 2 characters. While many people believe that this move made the game bad, I am in favour of this format simply because it’s more beginner-friendly. Having to use 3 characters in a single round means you need to be familiar with 3 characters moveset. With 1 less character to worry about, players won’t be overwhelmed on how to play the game.
As far as button inputs are concerned, Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite has moved back to having separate buttons for punches and kicks, with a total of 2 buttons for each one. At first, I thought this move was done in order to make it more viable for competitive gaming but unfortunately, that’s not the case. It was simplified to a point where it somewhat encourages button mashing, which isn’t good for eSports.

In fact, you can easily pull off a combo by simple mashing the low punch button about 6 to 8 times. In fact, even the super moves are easy to pull off, with virtually every character sharing almost the same input to execute them. It has gotten too beginner-friendly that it takes away the joy of executing combos, simply because it’s no longer a delicate process that requires skill and patience.
Don’t get me wrong, it is still somewhat enjoyable to play, especially when you tag your characters in and out to dish out some damage in a stylish manner but the game is focusing so much on casual gamers that hardcore fanatics might just be turned off by it.
Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite Verdict

Expectations on Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite was high prior to its release. Unfortunately, it did not manage to live up to it and thus, you have a game that is only decent at best. Sure, there are some interesting characters such as Megaman X, fighting isn’t entirely boring, and the Story Mode is entertaining but apart from that, this is a game that most people wouldn’t play for long. For the sake of saving some money, you’re better off getting this game on Steam, if you really must buy it.
If you are a competitive fighting gamer and you’re wondering if this is something worth investing in, I would recommend going for Tekken 7 instead. This game would be much better off as a mobile game, on a handheld device, or simply something to entertain your guests with. Apart from that, it’s not really worth it. With that in mind, I award Marvel VS Capcom: Infinite with our Bronze Pokdeward.

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vivo Y36 5G: A New Midrange Contender Arrives in Malaysia

vivo has expanded its midrange smartphone lineup in the Malaysian market with the introduction of the vivo Y36 5G. Following its debut in Indonesia, the Y36 5G brings advanced connectivity options and impressive features to users seeking a reliable and affordable device. With a sleek design, vibrant display, powerful performance, and a range of other noteworthy specifications, the vivo Y36 5G aims to captivate smartphone enthusiasts. Let’s delve into the details of this exciting new offering.
vivo Y36 Launched in Malaysia

The vivo Y36 boasts a large 6.64-inch LCD display with a 1080p resolution, providing vivid visuals and sharp details. With a peak brightness of 650 nits, the screen ensures clear visibility even in bright lighting conditions. While the standard refresh rate stands at 60Hz, the display delivers a smooth and immersive viewing experience. The device features a side-mounted fingerprint scanner for convenient unlocking, and it holds an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance, offering added durability and peace of mind.

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Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6020 chipset, the vivo Y36 5G delivers reliable and efficient performance. Paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage, users can enjoy seamless multitasking and ample space for their files and apps. Additionally, the device offers the option to enable an additional 8GB of virtual RAM, enhancing its overall performance. It’s worth noting that unlike other regional variants, the Malaysian version does not come with a microSD card slot for storage expansion.

The rear camera setup of the vivo Y36 5G comprises a 50MP primary sensor and a 2MP bokeh lens, allowing users to capture detailed and artistic shots. On the front, there’s a 16MP selfie snapper that ensures sharp and vibrant self-portraits. With its advanced camera features and software optimization, users can expect impressive photography capabilities from this midrange device. The Y36 5G runs on Funtouch OS 13, based on the latest Android 13 operating system, offering a smooth and user-friendly interface.
Equipped with a substantial 5,000mAh battery, the vivo Y36 5G offers long-lasting power to keep up with daily usage. The device supports 44W wired fast charging, allowing users to charge up to 50% in just 30 minutes, ensuring minimal downtime. In terms of connectivity, the Y36 5G supports Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.1, and NFC, providing seamless wireless connectivity options. The inclusion of stereo speakers and a 200% volume booster feature enhances the audio experience, enabling immersive media consumption.

vivo Y36 Specifications

SoC
MediaTek Dimensity 6020, 7nm

RAM
8GB + 8GB Extended RAM

Storage
256GB

Display
6.64″ FHD+ (2388 x 1080) Dotch Display

Rear Camera
50MP + 2MP Bokeh

Selfie Camera
16MP

Battery
5000mAh
44W FlashCharge

Dimensions
Mystic Black: 164.06 × 76.17 × 7.98 mm
Semporna Green: 164.06 × 76.17 × 8.07 mm
190g

Ingress Protection
IP54

Software
Funtouch OS 13 based on Android 13

Colours
Semporna Green and Mystic Black

The vivo Y36 5G is available in two attractive colour options, black and green, catering to different style preferences. Priced at RM1,099, the device offers a competitive midrange option for Malaysian consumers. It can be purchased from authorized retailers, selected telcos, as well as vivo’s official online stores, including Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok shop.
Pokdepinion: With the launch of the vivo Y36 5G, vivo continues to deliver impressive smartphones that combine performance, aesthetics, and affordability. The device’s large display, powerful chipset, versatile camera system, and robust battery make it a compelling choice in the midrange segment. If you’re in the market for a feature-packed smartphone that won’t break the bank, the vivo Y36 5G deserves your attention.
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The Apple iPhone 15 series is set to launch later this year, with rumours swirling about some significant changes in its design. One of the most talked-about changes is the introduction of solid-state buttons. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at all the details that have been revealed so far and what they could mean for the new iPhone 15 series.
Apple iPhone 15 Series: All You Need to Know About the Rumoured Changes in Design

The Apple iPhone 15 series is set to launch later this year, and rumours are swirling about some notable changes in its design. One of these significant changes is the introduction of solid-state buttons, which have been the subject of recent reports. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at all the details that have been revealed so far.

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As we reported earlier, the Cupertino-based tech giant is planning to launch the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max featuring solid-state buttons. However, a new report has revealed that the volume rockers’ design itself is being revamped with a single, new unified volume button. This means that the device will have a single long volume rocker rather than two separate buttons like in the previous generation models.
The latest renders leak reveals that the iPhone 15 Pro CAD model shows two pins in a single indentation rather than having two pins for two of the indentations. YouTuber ZoneOfTech further added that the “mute switch will also switch to a singular press button, rather than the up and down switch that we have now.” This is a significant change since the switch to put the iPhone on mute has been a feature for a while now.

For those who are unaware, the new solid-state buttons would offer haptic feedback for the power and volume controls on its upcoming iPhone 15 Pro models. This will reportedly be powered by two additional Taptic Engines to the iPhone 15 Pro models. On the other hand, the base iPhone 15 and possibly the iPhone 15 Plus will likely retain the mechanical buttons.
The move towards solid-state buttons is expected to improve the iPhone’s overall durability, as they are less prone to wear and tear than traditional mechanical buttons. Moreover, the new buttons will likely provide a more responsive and tactile experience, enhancing the user’s overall experience.
However, it’s worth noting that these are still just rumours, and Apple has yet to confirm any of these changes. As with any upcoming product, it’s always best to take these reports with a grain of salt until Apple officially announces the features of the new iPhone 15 series.
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Pokdepinion: This is gonna be one of those things that will divide the community’s opinion; some will love it and some will inevitably hate it. The answer I want to know, aside from whether I myself will enjoy it, is which side has more people?
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One of the most innovative things to be unveiled at the [email protected] global press conference is the Acer SigridWave. It is an In-Game Live AI Translator for their Esports platform, Planet9.
Acer SigridWave is An In-Game Live AI Translator for Esports

The idea behind the Acer SigridWave is to break the language barriers among gamers so everyone in the world can communicate better. It will be using AI deep learning technology that specializes in gaming jargon.

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When enabled, SigridWave will employ Automatic Speech Recognition technology to recognize words and turn them into text, which will then go through a Neural Machine Translation technology, which has over 10 million bilingual sentence pairs. It can understand gaming terminology like AFK and camping, and learn how players communicate.
The SigridWave AI is said to have been trained with over 1,000 hours of game-related speech, which allows to it to detect and relay messages in a particular language with accuracy.

It’s expected to work together with Acer’s Esports platform, Planet9. It will be available on the desktop client itself and will automatically load up when you’re in a game lobby. You can also customize the in-game overlay for it.
While it’s not officially out yet, they will be having a closed beta session sometime in Q4 2020, which will allow for translation from English to Mandarin and vice versa. It will be supported in a number of major games, most notably Rainbow Six Siege.
Pokdepinion: I do wonder how well it will work. I’m definitely gonna give it a try.
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JOOX Family Plan Introduced At RM18.90/month

The folks at JOOX has introduced their brand new JOOX Family Plan where it allows you to enjoy high-quality music as well as an escape from all the ads.
JOOX Family Plan Malaysia
The JOOX Family Plan is available now on both mobile and desktop, allowing you access to 30 million songs on the platform.
For the price of RM18.90 per month, you can use the JOOX Family Plan to share with three other users that you’d like.

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Wondering on the difference between the premium plan compared to the free user account? You can check that out below:

The JOOX app can be downloaded on both Android and iOS devices and are available at the Google Play Store or the App Store.
Pokdepinion: It’s cheap if you take that monthly fee and divide it by three people. That makes it RM6.30 each.
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Pre-order the HUAWEI P40 Series, MatePad Pro, Watch GT2e and get up to RM1300 worth of freebies!

The HUAWEI P40 series, HUAWEI MatePad Pro and HUAWEI Watch GT2e has just been launched here in Malaysia earlier today. HUAWEI Malaysia will be offering you the opportunity to pre-order the upcoming smartphones starting tomorrow, with awesome pre-order deals for all three products.
HUAWEI P40 Series from RM2799
Both the HUAWEI P40 and HUAWEI P40 Pro will be available for pre-order starting tomorrow, with four colors available including Deep Sea Blue, Blush Gold and Silver Frost. Ice White and Black are the only colors that were announced during the Global Launch that will probably make its way to Malaysia later.

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If you pre-order now, you will receive free gifts worth more than RM1300, including the HUAWEI FreeBuds 3, 50GB cloud storage, 1-year extended warranty, 1-month screen protection, 3-month free subscription of HUAWEI Video, a wireless charging case if you opt for the HUAWEI P40, and a Wireless SuperCharge Car mount if you get the HUAWEI P40 Pro.
HUAWEI P40 Series Specs

HUAWEI P40
HUAWEI P40 Pro

Chipset
Kirin 990 5G, octa-core up to 2.86 GHz
Mali-G76MP16, up to 700 MHz
2 + 1 NPU architecture
7nm

RAM
8GB

Storage
128GB
256GB

Screen
6.1″ FHD+ OLED
6.58″ 1200p OLED Quad Curve Overflow Display

Camera
50MP f/1.9 + 16MP f/2.2 ultra-wide + 8MP f/2.4 3x telephoto
50MP f/1.9 + 40MP f/1.8 ultra-wide + 12MP f/3.4 5x telephoto

Selfie camera
32MP f/2.0, fixed focus
32MP f/2.2, autofocus

Battery
3800 mAh, 22.5W HUAWEI SuperCharge
4200 mAh, 40W HUAWEI SuperCharge, 27W Wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge

Price
RM2899
RM3899

The HUAWEI P40 is priced at RM2799, while the HUAWEI P40 Pro is priced from RM3899. You can find out more about the specifications and features of the HUAWEI P40 Series here.
HUAWEI MatePad Pro for RM2399

The HUAWEI MatePad Pro is HUAWEI’s flagship tablet, with their latest Kirin 990 chipset, 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage. The highlight of the tablet should of course be the display, which is a huge 10.8″ 2K panel which can also display the DCI-P3 color gamut. For pre-orders, HUAWEI Malaysia will be bundling the HUAWEI MatePad Pro with freebies worth RM1000 including the keyboard cover, M-pencil and a 3-month free subscription of HUAWEI Video.
HUAWEI MatePad Pro Specs

Kirin 990, octa-core up to 2.86 GHz, 7nm
8GB RAM
256GB storage
10.8″ 2K+ IPS LCD display, DCI-P3 gamut
13MP f/1.8 camera
8MP f/2.0 selfie camera
7250 mAh battery, 20W fast charging, 15W wireless charging
RM2399

You can check out our unboxing and hands-on of the HUAWEI MatePad Pro too. The HUAWEI MatePad Pro will be available in Midnight Grey and Pearl White.
HUAWEI Watch GT2e for RM599

The HUAWEI Watch GT2e is a stylish smartwatch for the fitness-oriented youths out there. With up to two weeks of battery life, the HUAWEI Watch GT2e tracks up to 100 workouts and other health parameters from just RM599. It will be available in Mint Green and Graphite Black, and pre-orders will receive an additional free strap worth RM68.
Pre-orders will begin at 10.08am tomorrow, while orders will ship out starting 11th April. You can pre-order via the following links:

HUAWEI Online Store
HUAWEI Flagship Lazada Store
Celcom Store (HUAWEI P40)
Celcom Store (HUAWEI P40 Pro)

Pokdepinion: The HUAWEI Watch GT2e seems like a nice option for fitness buffs.
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Intel Arc Alchemist: Intel XeSS and hardware-accelerated raytracing

You may have already heard the name Intel Arc Alchemist mentioned when Intel announced the new brand name for their graphics solution, Intel Arc. At Intel Architecture Day 2021, they shed more light on the first member of the Intel Arc family, dubbed Alchemist.
Intel Xe HPG is now Intel Arc Alchemist

Intel Arc Alchemist will bring the best that Intel has to offer to gamers. It is based on the new Xe HPG discrete graphics microarchitecture, that is designed to scale for gaming and content creation workloads. From the outside, Intel Xe HPG looks more similar to NVIDIA’s Turing and Ampere designs, rather than AMD’s RDNA 2 architecture, with not only raytracing cores, but also AI accelerators.

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Intel will be calling the compute building blocks of Xe HPG GPUs “Xe Cores”, which will pack 16 vector engines and 16 matrix engines. The latter are named Xe Matrix eXtensions (XMX). Four Xe cores will be packed into a render slice, which will also contain the rendering fixed function to meet all of DirectX 12 Ultimate requirements. Each render slice will also come with four Ray Tracing Units. Alchemist is expected to come with up to eight render slices, connected to a shared L2 cache via a memory fabric.

Intel Xe HPG is expected to run at up to 1.5x higher frequencies while delivering a 1.5x improvement in performance/watt versus the current Intel Xe LP microarchitecture. Efficiency improvements on an already efficiency-optimized design is definitely very noteworthy, but we will have to see this in action. These improvements are achieved via architecture, logic design, circuit design, software optimizations and also process technology. Speaking of which, Alchemist GPUs will be manufactured on TSMC’s N6 process node.
Intel XeSS

Intel XeSS will be Intel’s name for their AI supersampling technology. This uses AI to upscale the visuals, to enable higher performance in games that might be extremely difficult to run at native resolution.

The XMX in Alchemist will be powering the Xe Super Sampling (XeSS), which will work by reconstructing subpixel details from neighboring pixels as well as motion-compensated previous frames. However XeSS is not going to be exclusive to Intel GPUs with the XMX, as Intel will be releasing the XeSS SDK for the DP4a instruction set, that is available on Xe-LP integrated graphics in the latest Tiger Lake processors.
More to come from Intel Arc

During the announcement of Intel Arc, Intel did reveal the names of the upcoming members as well. Today, they revealed the underlying architecture’s name as well. Alchemist is based on Xe HPG, while Battlemage is based on Xe2 HPG, and then we have Celestial which is based on Xe3 HPG. Druid is apparently going to be a different architecture, with Intel just calling it Xe Next Architecture for now.
While Intel’s announcement of Intel Arc Alchemist is really exciting, I do worry for their availability. With TSMC being absolutely bogged down by orders, Intel may have problem churning out enough GPUs to satisfy the current demand for GPUs. However that might be why Intel pushed the launch back to Q2 2022, instead of bringing them to market this year, as previously announced.
Intel also shared more details about the 12th Gen Intel Alder Lake processors, which you can read all about here.
Pokdepinion: Would be interesting to see how well Alchemist will compete against Ampere and RDNA 2, as well as the upcoming generation of GPUs…
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Get freebies at the JOI Experience Showcase that’s happening until 28th March

Not sure if a tablet suits you better or will a conventional clamshell laptop fit your usage better? Well, you don’t have to wonder anymore. JOI, the Malaysian brand with a bevy of PC in a variety of form factors, is running the JOI Experience Showcase from now until 28th March 2020, and you can go hands-on with their latest lineup of products.
Among the products that will be available to try will be the JOI Book Touch 300, JOI 11 Pro, JOI Book 150 and the JOI AIO 100.
JOI 11 Pro

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Designed for portability, the JOI 11 Pro weighs a mere 700g while offering up to 8 hours of battery life with a massive 8400 mAh battery. Aside from that, features like a 10.8″ FHD IPS display promises a comfortable working experience. Under the hood is an Intel Atom x5-Z8350 processor and 4GB of RAM to keep things moving along smoothly. Last but not least, there’s support for micro HDMI output to let you do presentations straight out of the JOI 11 Pro.
JOI Book 150

If it’s a conventional laptop you seek, the JOI Book 150 is a good option. Powered by an Intel Celeron N4100, it offers more grunt than the JOI 11 Pro, while also giving you a bigger 14″ FHD display to work on. It’s still very light at 1.35 kg, which makes it a good option for students or working professionals who need to carry a laptop around everyday for work.
JOI Book Touch 300

The JOI Book Touch 300 is a 2-in-1 convertible, giving you the best of both worlds. You get a touchscreen and also an attached keyboard, letting you use the JOI Book Touch 300 as a tablet or as a laptop, switching between the multiple modes at a moment’s notice. The screen size is also right in between the two earlier devices, measuring in at 13.3″.
JOI AIO 100

Unlike the earlier trio, this is an all-in-one desktop. It’s a compact one with a 19.5″ HD display with a tilting stand for optimal comfort when using it. With six USB ports comprising of four USB 3.0 and two USB 2.0 ports, the JOI AIO 100 is ready for all the connectivity and peripherals that you want to connect to your desktop.
For more information about the JOI Experience Showcase, you can head over to the following link and sign up to participate in the roadshow. JOI Merchandise will be given out to participants, so don’t miss out!
Sign Up for the JOI Experience Showcase
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[Unboxing] ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro; Because 2 Selfie Cameras Are Better Than 1

Pokde unboxes ASUS’s latest chick magnet smartphone, the ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro. Why have 1 selfie camera when you can have 2 of them?
At a grand launch event in Taipei, Taiwan, ASUS launched their new Zenfone 4 lineup. One of those devices is the ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro. We at Pokde have gotten our hands on it and are in the midst of reviewing it. In the meantime, we have an unboxing video of the device to share with you guys.
[Unboxing] ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro

This is the unboxing video of the ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro. I’m sure many of you are excited to see what this baby is truly capable of but not to worry, the review is underway. For now, you’ll have to settle with the unboxing video.

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For the full technical specifications of the device, have a look at it just below here:
ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro (ZD552KL) Specifications

CPU:
Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 (8 x 2.0 GHz, 64-bit, 14nm),
Adreno 506 GPU

RAM
4GB RAM

Display:
5.5″ FHD (1080p) AMOLED Display with 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass

Storage:
64GB Internal (expandable with microSD up to 2TB)

Camera:
Main Selfie Camera (2x Light Sensitivity)
24MP 25mm SuperPixel f/1.8, DuoPixel tech, Sony IMX362 sensor, 1.4μm, 83° field of view, 4K video, Softlight Flash
Secondary Selfie Camera (Super-wide Angle)
5MP, Omnivision 5670, 1.0μm, f/2.2, 12mm focal length, 120° field of view
Rear Camera
16MP, Sony IMX351, 1.0μm, f/2.2, 26mm focal length, 80° field of view

OS:
Android 7.1.1 Nougat

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4+5 GHz)
Bluetooth 4.2
Up to Cat 7 LTE
MiMO Wi-Fi
MicroUSB 2.0 (with OTG support)
0.3s fingerprint sensor

SIM:
Dual nano SIM with LTE + 2nd SIM combo SD card (up to 2TB)

Battery:
3,000 mAh (non-removable)

Colours:
Rogue Red
Sunlight Gold
Deepsea Black

Our review of the ASUS Zenfone 4 Selfie Pro will be published this Friday, 25th August 2017. If you don’t want to miss out on that, be sure to subscribe to our push notifications or simply stay tuned to our website this Friday. This smartphone might just be your next daily driver.
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Red Bull Coliseum by Red Bull Malaysia is Back For Season 2; More Games, Bigger Prizes

Red Bullleh

The eSports scene here in Malaysia is getting bigger and bigger by the day and fan reception has been all but enthusiastic. Now with major brands like Red Bull organising their own tournaments like Red Bull Coliseum and their content platform Red Bull eSports Zone, it’ll only get bigger.
Red Bull Malaysia announced today that season 2 of Red Bull Coliseum is officially underway with 5 games – 2 more than last season, the games include Dota 2, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, FIFA 17, FIFA Online 3 and Blizzard Entertainment’s insanely popular First-person Shooter, Overwatch.
Dota 2
Counter-strike: Global Offensive
FIFA 17
FIFA Online 3
Overwatch
The tournament will be open to 5 countries across the South East Asia region with over 5,500 players.  Apart from Malaysia, SIngapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines will be vying for a taste of the tournaments lucrative prize pool. This season’s prize pool will be a cool RM100,000, twice the amount from last year.

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We had a fantastic first season and we’re elated to be able to support and connect with the local eSports community…,
Stated Jate Samathivathanachai, Director of Strategy at Allexcel, Red Bull Malaysia’s brand representative.
…we also believe in synergy and will be looping in four blue-chip partners who’ll help us make Season 2 an unforgettable one.

Red Bull Coliseum’s first season debuted last year with three main games namely Dota 2, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive and FIFA 16 with a prize pool of RM50,00. The tournament was a huge success, attracting over 1,100 gamers, paving the way for Season 2 and beyond.
Red Bull Coliseum also initiated new partners this season which include MSI as their official laptop partner, Digi Telecommunications as their official streaming partner, Logitech as their official computer peripherals partner and AirAsia, their official partner for regional travel packages for selected tournament participants.
Due to encouraging interest and engagement from the Malaysian eSports community, Red Bull eSports Zone will continue to add more new and interesting gaming-related content which include gamer lifestyle articles, monthly webisodes that’ll feature both familiar and fresh faces as well as tournament highlights.
For more information check out Red Bull’s eSports page right here.
Red Bullleh!

Pokdepinion:  It’s good to see our local eSports scene getting this attention and promotion. Though I’m not particularly a fan myself, I can see the appeal in these sorts of competitive gaming tournaments as it brings the gaming community a lil bit closer together. The future of Malaysian eSports looks to be a bright one.
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Malaysia Ranks 50th Globally In Mobile Games Experience Report

The people at Opensignal has done a global research report, where they’ve studied on the mobile gaming experience for gamers and it turns out that Malaysia is ranked 50th out of 100 countries.
It seems that they’ve collected and analysed over 128 billion measurements, taken from over 37 million devices during a four-month period from October 2019 to January 2020. The data was then combined with feedback from players who tested a range of mobile games.
In the research, Malaysia scored 66.2, placing the country at 50th place and resulting a position in the ‘Fair’ category. Gamers claim that they felt like they had control over the game but noticed a delay in between their actions and the outcomes in the game.

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For the Asia Pacific region, the score means that we rank higher than Myanmar, Indonesia, Cambodia and the Philippines, but below Thailand and Vietnam. For the full list and ranking of the study, you can check at the image below:

Pokdepinion: I wonder when can we finally match up with our neighbor Singapore…
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HUAWEI Mate 20 to be priced at RM3333? Leaked price list reveals three variants of the Mate 20

The HUAWEI Mate 20 might be HUAWEI’s most expensive smartphone yet. If you exclude the Porsche Design editions, of course. The HUAWEI Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro’s pricing were revealed in a price list which includes several other devices.

The HUAWEI Mate 20 is listed for Fr. 799 (~RM3333), while the Mate 20 Pro was listed for Fr. 999 (~RM4168). Considering that the prices of smartphones have been creeping up recently, we really aren’t too surprised by these price tags.

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Taking into consideration that EU pricing is usually pricier than what we have to pay here in Malaysia, we did some quick maths. Converting the price of the HUAWEI P20 Pro in the list, and comparing it to what we have to pay for the P20 Pro here in Malaysia, the pricing doesn’t seem too far off, actually.

The HUAWEI P20 Pro was listed for Fr. 664.51, which is around Read. Pretty close to the RM2949 SRP we are paying for the HUAWEI P20 Pro here in Malaysia. Around RM200 less, but from what we understand that list is the cost price for retailers, so you will have to tack on some profit to get the final price tag.

Huawei Mate 20 (“Hima”) memory variants*:
4GB RAM+64GB ROM
4GB RAM+128GB ROM
4GB RAM+256GB ROM
6GB RAM+128GB ROM
6GB RAM+256GB ROM
6GB RAM+512GB ROM
8GB RAM+128GB ROM
8GB RAM+256GB ROM
8GB RAM+512GB ROM
(*as usual, config varies by country, carrier, etc.)
— Roland Quandt (@rquandt) October 1, 2018

Another leak by Roland Quandt of WinFuture.de reveals the storage and RAM configurations of the devices. The HUAWEI Mate 20 starts from 4GB + 128GB, ranging up to 8GB + 512GB. Meanwhile the Mate 20 Pro starts at 6GB + 128GB. There is also a third variant which is hinted to be a HUAWEI Mate 20 Porsche Edition, but starts at 4GB + 128GB. Somewhat curious for a premium model, but we will see when it launches.
The HUAWEI Mate 20 devices are going to launch this 16th October. Are you ready?
Source: Phone Arena
Pokdepinion: Nice to see that HUAWEI is starting from 128GB. Wonder if they will be dropping expandable storage this time around though.
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Horizon Zero Dawn PS5 Patch Adds 60FPS Gameplay and More

While we’re anticipating the arrival of Horizon Forbidden West, Guerilla Games did not forget about its predecessor. A new Horizon Zero Dawn PS5 patch out and here’s everything that you need to know about it.
Horizon Zero Dawn PS5 Patch

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Guerilla Games has published a new update for Horizon Zero Dawn that will let the game play better on the PlayStation 5. The most notable change is the unlocked framerate that allows the game to be played at a buttery smooth 60FPS. The Graphics Mode option is also removed.

Unlocked framerate to 60 frames per second when running on a PlayStation 5 console in backwards compatibility mode.
Fixed streaming performance issues when running on a PlayStation 5 console in backwards compatibility mode.
Removed Graphics Mode option from the Visual Settings when running on a PlayStation 5 console in backwards compatibility mode.

Previously, Sony Interactive Entertainment gave out Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition for free for all PS4 owners. This was done as part of their Play At Home initiative due to the current circumstances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes the Frozen Wilds DLC expansion and you would be able to make use of the update if you’re going to play it on the PS5.
Horizon Zero Dawn is available on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 (backwards compatibility), and PC. In case you missed it, Horizon Forbidden West will be coming exclusively to the PlayStation 5 on 18th February 2022.
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Pokdepinion: This would be a good way to get an idea of how a next gen Horizon game would play out, especially given the smooth 60FPS gameplay.
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New Final Fantasy XV Mobile Game Is In The Works

Square Enix appears to not be done with Final Fantasy XV just yet. There is a mobile game set in the same world that is currently in development, and it’s an MMORPG developed using Unreal Engine 4. It’s tentatively called Final Fantasy XV Mobile.
Developed as a joint effort between South Korean developer JSC, Chinese developer GAIA, and Shanghai publisher Oriental Pearly Group, Final Fantasy XV Mobile was actually announced back in 2017. It was expected to be released in 2019 exclusively for China but it didn’t materialize. Now, it’s expected to be released worldwide.
Final Fantasy XV Mobile is set right after Noctis and his friends leave for their journey. However, it will not be the same adventure in the main game as it is set in a parallel version of the world, where the sky is now home to giant floating continents along with other new areas.

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Familiar areas in the main game will be explorable but we’re uncertain if there will be a limit to that just yet. Not much else is known about the game, but a release date is set to be announced anytime now. We also expect to see a launch trailer within the first half of 2020.
Final Fantasy XV is expected to be released for both Android and iOS devices.
Source: Kotaku
Pokdepinion: Well, I don’t mind trying if it’s a mobile game. I had plenty of fun in Final Fantasy Awakening so I have hopes for this one.
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Clubhouse denies data leak of 3.8 billion phone numbers

A hacker group has apparently claimed that they managed to get access to 3.8 billion phone numbers from Clubhouse servers. That list reportedly contained the phone numbers of not only the users, but also the numbers in Clubhouse users’ contact lists. However Clubhouse has denied that they had a data breach in the first place.
Here’s the official statement from Clubhouse about the alleged data leak:
There has been no breach of Clubhouse. There are a series of bots generating billions of random phone numbers.  In the event that one of these random numbers happens to exist on our platform due to mathematical coincidence, Clubhouse’s API returns no user identifiable information. Privacy and security are of the utmost importance to Clubhouse and we continue to invest in industry-leading security practices.
For a platform that allows professionals to remain somewhat anonymous to reach out to the public, having a data leak of this magnitude will definitely leave a mark. However while I believe many would be quick to dismiss Clubhouse’s statement as PR damage control tactics, more people have also stepped up to say that the phone numbers from the Clubhouse data leak was fake, and the hacker group was out trying to make a quick buck.

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This is the same Telegram group which was selling Fake #Whatsapp database of 470 mn users “Without Name & Photo”. Now they changed the group name from “Whatsapp Database Leak” to “ClubHouse Database Leak”. Now selling fake @Clubhouse numbers without name and Photo. #InfoSec pic.twitter.com/1lIXOjgEMz
— Rajshekhar Rajaharia (@rajaharia) July 24, 2021

Reports were also pointing towards the same hacker group trying to sell data from a fake WhatsApp database leak in the past. Others are also corroborating Clubhouse’s statement, with the phone numbers not having any other data aside from the numbers themselves, which point towards them being simply randomly generated numbers.

Clubhouse has dropped the invite-only system, opening up the platform to more people. However since the platform’s exclusivity factored heavily into its hype, apparently there aren’t that many people who are excited about it anymore.
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Pokdepinion: Wait, now we not only have to worry about data leaks, we have to worry about fake data leaks?
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Upcoming PS5 Could Be Compatible With Games From Previous Playstations

While it is not confirmed yet on when exactly Sony’s PS5 will come out to the market, well it seems that it may have a feature that will excite retro fans of the console family.
It’s been reported through a patent, that the upcoming Playstation 5 will not only be upgraded to play next-gen titles, but additionally will be also capable of emulating Playstation 4, Playstation 3, Playstation 2, and also the original Playstation games.
Numbered 2019-503013, the patent was filed by Mark Cerny, who is the lead architect for Sony’s Playstation 4. He describes it as a process that allows the next-gen CPU to “interpret” that the CPU of previous machines. What it does is it focuses on synchronization errors, which makes sure that newer and more powerful hardware only sends required information from a game in response to a “call” from the title itself.

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This is something that Playstation fans have yearned for long. Switching to the green side, Xbox One players already have the ability to play older titles as the Xbox One does indeed offer backwards compatibility, where users would just need to insert their old discs to the console to start playing.
Playstation’s answer to that is simply with Playstation Now, where it requires a subscription fee and a strong internet connection to stream old games over the internet.
Pokdepinion: I really hope that this feature will come out for the PS5. I’d have reasons for keeping my old games then and sometimes you just miss all those old titles that were so fun back then.
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GALAX Gamer L S11 SSD now available in Malaysia; up to 540 MB/s speeds!

GALAX Malaysia has just announced the availability of the Gamer L S11 SSDs here in Malaysia, with affordable prices ranging from RM249 for the 120GB variant and RM389 for the 240GB capacity. The  new SSDs tout speeds of up to 540MB/s read and 500MB/s write based on the Phison PS3111-S11 controller and Micron TLC 3D NAND flash rated for more than 400TB of writes.
The SSDs differ in capacity and also performance, with the 240GB SSD naturally outpacing the 120GB variant slightly. The 240GB promises higher 4K random performance at 65000 IOPS read and 50000 IOPS write, while the 120GB comes in at 55000 IOPS read and 24000 IOPS write.

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Both SSDs feature important functions like SMART monitoring and TRIM commands to ensure long-term reliability of the drives. The Phison PS3111 controller applies Low Density Parity Check (LDPC) of ECC. Power management is enabled with the Gamer L S11 SSDs to allow for a lower system power consumption. Overall, the GALAX Gamer L S11 SSDs packs all the necessary features to deliver the performance gamers need, without charging an arm and a leg for it.
Pokdepinion: the GALAX SSDs are yet another option in a very competitive SSD market, and the inclusion of 3D NAND at this price point shows that the technology is slowly trickling down to the more affordable offerings.
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Kingston KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD and ValueRAM DDR5 announced!

Following the launch of the gaming-oriented Kingston FURY Renegade SSD and FURY Beast DDR5 memory, we now have the more mainstream options available from Kingston. They have just announced the Kingston KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 SSD and the Kingston ValueRAM DDR5 memory.
Kingston KC3000 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

The new Kingston KC3000 is based on the same Phison E18 controller as the Kingston FURY Renegade SSD, although it is specced slightly lower. With lower speed and lower endurance, Kingston might be using slightly different NAND flash here for the Kingston KC3000. In any case, it is still really fast, promising up to 7000MB/s read and write speeds.

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Similar to its gaming-oriented sibling though, you get a low-profile graphene aluminum heatspreader that helps to dissipate the heat from the drive. Durability ranges from 400TBW for the 512GB capacity, all the way up to 3.2PBW for the 4096GB. That’s 3200TBW, if you aren’t inclined to do the math. You get a similar 5-year warranty. The Kingston KC3000 is already available on Shopee at the following prices:

512GB: RM499
1024GB: RM812
2048GB: RM1824
4096GB: RM4664

Kingston ValueRAM DDR5

For the Kingston ValueRAM DDR5, Kingston will be offering only 16GB DIMM rated for up to DDR5-4800 CL40. You can also get them in pairs to take full advantage of the full dual-channel configuration. These specs are pretty standard for DDR5, and you get all the benefits of DDR5, including improved performance and efficiency. Unfortunately they do come with a rather unsightly green PCB, so you might want to get some third-party heatsinks to make it look better.
Pricing and availability is currently unknown. The Kingston ValueRAM DDR5 is covered by a lifetime warranty.
Pokdepinion: The Kingston KC3000 definitely arrived at the right time. With PCIe 4.0 systems becoming mainstream, and the relatively reasonable prices of the drives, it sure looks good!
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When you have a popular game, it doesn’t take long for that too fade. As such, developers figure out ways to not only retain their player base, but to also grow them. In the case of Fortnite and Epic Games, they are hopping on the Among Us hype train with their newest limited time mode, The Spy Within.
Fortnite Adds New Among Us-Style Limited Time Mode

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Epic Games has added a new limited time mode in Fortnite that is clearly inspired by Among Us, and it’s called The Spy Within. In this game mode, there will be 10 players in a lobby that is divided to two teams; Agents and Spies.
Everyone is presumed to be Agents, and their roles are to collect coins by completing certain objectives. As for the Spies, your task is to simply eliminate the other Agents without getting caught using any means necessary, which includes faking Agent tasks if needed.
Just like Among Us, players aren’t allowed to talk when the game is happening but when a meeting is called either by calling an emergency or finding a dead Agent, you will have to discuss with other players to find the Spy and vote them off.
While this may seem like a blatant rip-off of Among Us, Fortnite is doing it as a limited time game mode, which is still fine. It’s llike Overwatch doing Lucioball, which is very similar to Rocket League. The Spy Within will be available starting today onwards, but no word on how long the mode will be available.
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Pokdepinion: I swore I would never play Fortnite ever again…but for this, I might just give it a try.
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Nokia 3 To Receive Android Oreo Update – Starting From Today

HMD Global, home of Nokia smartphones, has announced that their Nokia 3 will begin to receive the Android Oreo software update starting from today.
Nokia 3 Android Oreo Update
Nokia 3 will join the rest of the company’s line up namely the Nokia 8, Nokia 6, and Nokia 5 which are already updated to the latest versions of Android Oreo.
With the update on the Nokia 3, you can enjoy the latest features exactly how Google intended. This includes Picture-in-Picture mode and 60 new emojis to express yourself better in chats (who can live without emojis right?). With Android’s Instant Apps, it can help clear out and limit your background app use, this in a way helps the device’s battery to last even longer.

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Nokia 3 Specification

CPU/Chipset:
Mediatek MT6737 Quad-core 1.4 GHz Cortex-A53

GPU:
Mali-T720MP1

RAM:
2GB

Display:
5″ (1280 x 720) IPS LCD touch screen

Storage:
16GB (up to 256GB via microSD)

Camera:
Main Camera(s)
8 MP (f/2.0, 1.12µm), Autofocus, LED flash
Front Camera
8 MP, f/2.0, Autofocus

OS:
Android 8.0 Oreo (After update)

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth 4.0
microUSB 2.0

SIM:
Dual SIM (nano SIM)

Battery:
Li-Ion 2630 mAh (non-removable)

Weight:
140g

The most recent addition to the Nokia family, Nokia 7 Plus and Nokia 1, was launched last month with Android Oreo available from the get go, albeit the latter coming with the Go Edition. It seems that Nokia take matters seriously when it comes to giving users the full Android experience, which we’ve seen them doing since the launch of the Nokia 8 last year.
They’ve also been validated by Google to be part of the Android Enterprise Recommended programme with the Nokia 8 being one of the first few devices that was included to it and the recent Nokia 7 Plus and Nokia 6 also included.
Pokdepinion: It’s good to see that Nokia are still holding down to their word in giving the best Android experience to users. Everyone likes a fast update on their devices.

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Blackberry KEYone enters Malaysia; This time under TCL Communication

Blackberry fans can now wake up from their long sleep as the Blackberry enters the Malaysian markets officially with their Blackberry KEYone. This will be the first Blackberry smartphone that will be released by TCL Communication.
Impressively designed to be distinctly different, the BlackBerry KEYone reimagines how we communicate by offering unmatched productivity and the world’s most secure Android smartphone experience, We’re humbled to play such an important role in the future of BlackBerry smartphones, which have been so iconic in our industry, and we’re eager to prove to the BlackBerry community that their excitement around this new BlackBerry smartphone is something they can be proud of as well.” Nicolas Zibell, CEO for TCL Communication
The Blackberry KEYone is wrapped around an anodized aluminium frame and has a soft touch textured back. Not only does it has the looks, it also has rather distinctive elements around it. A 4.5-inch display with an almost HD resolution (1620 x 1080) and a dense 443ppi with 3:2 ratio is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 4 that offer solid protection against impact and scratches. Of course, what would be a Blackberry without a keyboard.

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However, rethink keyboard this time. The Blackberry KEYone has a Smart Keyboard that responds to touch gestures much like Blackberry trackpad, making the whole experience much smoother and intuitive. That’s not all, the keyboad can also be programmed to launch up to 52 customizable shortcuts. Cool eh? Press “i” for your Inbox, “m’ for Maps, etc. Oh, and that spacebar has fingerprint sensor too. Mind blown yet?
Oh, and guess what? It runs on Android 7.1 Nougat too, so Android users who have always wanted to use a Blackberry, you guys are in for a treat as well! It will also have the Blackberry Hub integrated, so all your messages will be consolidated into one place.
Under the hood, the Blackberry KEYone houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 CPU coupled with the Qualcomm Adreno 506 GPU. That means, long battery life, fast LTE speeds and gaming will not be a complaint on the Blackberry KEYone. Oh, and it also has Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0 so you can be up and running in lesser time than ever.
The camera will be pretty interesting too. A 12MP rear camera that uses Sony IMX378 sensor will be planted at the back. It has pretty large pixel size (1.55μm) and PDAF, pictures are going to be rather crisp and clear! Front camera is an 8MP with fixed focus and 84° wide angle lens.
Pokdepinion: Looking at the specifications and pictures, the devices does look and sound promising. And this time, the price is very competitive too at RM2688 (incl GST). Wanna get one? Head here to get yours!
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MSI Prestige 14 Pink available for pre-order starting 4th May!

One of my friends actually wanted to order one of these from MSI Japan just to satisfy her craving for all things pink, but luckily MSI Malaysia will be bringing them to Malaysia officially too. The MSI Prestige 14 Pink will be available for pre-orders from 4th until 10th May, with very limited units available.

While you might expect the color is reason enough for some to get the MSI Prestige 14 Pink, its specifications aren’t too shabby either. Under all that rose pink aluminium lies a quad-core 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and GeForce MX330 graphics. MSI also equipped the laptop with a True Color 14″ panel offering close to 100% sRGB gamut coverage and the displays are factory-calibrated too for color accuracy.

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In addition to that, MSI promises 10 hours of battery life with its 52 WHr battery, and fast charging which will give you 1.5 hours of usage in just 15 minutes of charging. Here are the specifications of the MSI Prestige 14 Pink:
MSI Prestige 14 Pink Specs

Intel Core i7-10510U, 4C/8T up to 4.9 GHz, 14nm
NVIDIA GeForce MX330 2GB GDDR5
16GB LPDDR3-2133
512GB PCIe NVMe SSD
14″ FHD IPS-level display, True Color, close to 100% sRGB
52 WHr battery, 90W power adapter
319 x 215 x 15.9 mm
1.28 kg
RM5399

You can pre-order the MSI Prestige 14 Pink via all MSI authorized partners, or you can also pre-order via the following links:

MSI Malaysia Official Online Store
Lazada NBP Store
Lazada EIT
NCS Malaysia
MYCOM

With every pre-order, you will receive the MSI Prestige 14 Pink along with a wireless mouse, carrying back and MSI Lucky mascot keychain, all finished in a matching dreamy Rose Pink finish. Yes, even Lucky is pink.
Pokdepinion: The pink is actually pretty elegant… Wouldn’t mind carrying one myself!
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Samsung Galaxy A51 with Upgraded 8GB RAM Now Available in Malaysia

Earlier this year, the Samsung Galaxy A51 was launched in Malaysia alongside the Galaxy A71. It had 6GBs of RAM but if you wanted a little more, it is possible now as the upgraded 8GB RAM variant is now available in Malaysia.
Starting 8th May 2020, you can get the 8GB RAM variant of the Samsung Galaxy A51 at the Samsung Malaysia Online Store, Experience Stores, and authorized dealers nationwide. The internal storage remains at 128GB, and the retail price of this variant is set at RM1,299.

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What Does the Samsung Galaxy A51 with 8GB RAM Have?

You can get the midrange smartphone in three colours; Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Black, and Prism Crush White. In case you didn’t know, it has a 6.5-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O display. The Infinity-O refers to the single punch hole camera cut out for the 32MP selfie camera.
Other than that, it is powered by the Exynos 9611 SoC, has a 15W fast charging support, and a 4,000mAh battery capacity. The rear camera uses a quad-camera setup which consists of a 48MP wide-angle camera, 12MP ultra-wide camera, 5MP macro camera, and a 5MP depth sensor camera.

Is there a good reason to get the 8GB RAM variant over the existing 6GB RAM variant? While performance is expected to be identical, the additional RAM is helpful if you’re an avid multitasker. Depending on how you use your smartphone, it can make a big difference.
Once again, the Samsung Galaxy A51 with 8GB RAM will be available in Malaysia starting 8th May 2020 onwards with a retails price of RM1,299. It’s a mere RM100 increase over the existing 6GB RAM variant.
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Pokdepinion: If you were planning to get one anyway, might as well go for the 8GB RAM variant straight. The price difference is small for such an upgrade.
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HUAWEI May End Up Using Aurora OS from Russia Instead

It’s no secret that HUAWEI has been working on their own new mobile OS as an Android replacement since the issue of the ban by the US government came about. From what we know thus far, it may be called Hongmeng OS or it could be Ark OS. However, they may end up not utilizing that in favour of the mobile OS from Russia known as Aurora OS.
According to reports, HUAWEI has been working with Rostelecom along with Russian businessman Grigory Berezkin. They’ve been in talks with regards to utilizing Aurora OS for their future smartphones.

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For those of you who aren’t aware, Aurora OS is the Russian version of the Sailfish OS from Finland. It has been mentioned that the company has been testing devices powered by this mobile OS, and there’s also a rumour of production localization possibly happening in Russia.
At this point in time, there’s no official confirmation from both HUAWEI and Rostelecom, and things seem to be kept top secret. If this ends up being true, not only will we not see Android OS on their devices, it may also not be their own homegrown Hongmeng OS / Ark OS. For now, take this information with a grain of salt.
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Pokdepinion: I’m still hoping for that Ark OS / Hongmeng OS, more so out of curiosity. I just hope that we’d at least get access to the Google ecosystem regardless of which OS they plan on going for.
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HUAWEI Mate 20 Series Malaysian Price Revealed — Starts From RM2,799

Now the wait is over, the price of the new HUAWEI Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro, and Mate 20 X has been revealed where they also come with freebies.
HUAWEI Mate 20 & HUAWEI Mate 20 Malaysian Price
HUAWEI Mate 20 & Mate 20 Pro Malaysia price
The price was revealed at HUAWEI’s official Facebook page, where it showed that the Mate 20 is priced at RM2,799 and the Mate 20 Pro comes with a RM3,599 price tag.
These devices comes with the latest Kirin 980 chipset and comes with up to 8GB RAM and 512GB internal storage. With the Mate 20, it uses the previous P20’s 12MP f/1.8 primary camera that uses big 1.55μm pixels and it is paired with 16MP f/2.2 ultra wide angle 17mm camera as well as an 8MP f/2.4 2x telephoto camera. If you purchase it, you’ll be getting a free SoundStone speakers.

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As you can tell from its name, the Mate 20 Pro is an upgraded version of the Mate 20. Its ultra-wide camera’s minimum focusing is the same, but comes with higher resolution and wider field-of-view. It comes in a smaller 6.4-inch curved QHD+ OLED display and offers 3D Face Unlock. If that’s not your thing, it also comes with in under-display fingerprint scanner, which can scan two fingers at the same time for a more secure measure.
HUAWEI Mate 20 X Malaysia price
Well in addition to those two devices, the page also revealed the price of the brand new Mate 20 X. It comes with a big 7.2″ FHD+ OLED screen (yes the device that they compared to a Nintendo Switch). It features HUAWEI Supercool, which comes with a vapor chamber paired with graphene film to wick heat away from the chipset. You can get the HUAWEI Mate 20 X for RM3,199 and it comes along with a Flip Case and M-Pen.

To learn more on these devices, you can check out our previous coverage on them by clicking on the link right here.
Pokdepinion: Oh my god. I’m surprised with the prices. I thought it would be higher. Well now. Will you be getting the new Mate 20 series? Let us know in the comments.
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PS Plus July 2019 FREE GAMES Lineup

PS Plus July 2019 FREE GAMES Lineup

If you’re a PS Plus member, then chances are that you’ve been wondering what sort of free games are coming your way. Well wonder no more as we have the official PS Plus July 2019 free games lineup right here.
The first game we have here is the latest entry to Konami’s long-running football game series, PES 2019. The game brings some new features, with the ML Real Season allowing yo experience what it’s like to be an actual football team manager. It also has some changes to the transfer system, ICC pre-season, and new exclusive licenses. If you have a PS4 Pro, you can enjoy the game in 4K HDR.
Next up, we have Horizon Chase Turbo. The game is described as a blast of pure 90s nostalgia and a love letter to the arcade racers of yesteryear.  Drawing inspiration from the likes of Out Run, Top Gear and Rush, developer Aquiris Game Studio captures the essence of the 16-bit era with style, modern visuals, a soundtrack with insane arpeggios, and classic split-screen couch multiplayer. You can play this game solo or local multiplayer with up to three friends in a good variety of tracks.

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Both games will be available for the US and EU regions starting 2nd July 2019 until 5th August 2019. In the meantime, June’s lineup is still available so make sure to grab them before they disappear.
Pokdepinion: Not sure if I would enjoy Horizon Chase Turbo but hey, I’d be down for PES 2019.
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Google+ will live on in the Internet Archive

If you are one of the few users still hung up on Google+ shutting down, you will be glad to know that it isn’t going to disappear. Google is officially going to pull the plug on their social network on 2nd April, but the Archive Team has already began to save the content on Google+ to the Internet Archive.
As the Archive Team won’t be able to access private content, only public posts will be saved. Your raunchy rants that you didn’t make public will not make it to the archive. The team also mentioned certain limitations like the possible inability to archive long discussions on posts and lower quality of image and video content.
This effort may be great to keep a historical record of Google product updates, as the platform has been used to discuss any issues with Google’s vast array of offerings. For members of the public who would rather have their Google+ profile fade off into the darkness, the Internet Archive offers you the option to do so.

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Are you, or were you an avid user of Google+?
Pokdepinion: Never really caught on with the Google+ hype. Still stuck on FB.
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Price Leak Allegedly Reveals Higher Prices

The excitement surrounding Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip5 is reaching new heights as leaks and rumours continue to circulate ahead of its highly anticipated official unveiling. While the official launch event is scheduled for the last week of July in Korea, recent leaks have provided a crucial piece of information—the price. According to sources from Greece, the Galaxy Z Flip5 is expected to come with a higher price tag compared to its predecessor, the Flip4. While these leaks are not confirmed, they shed light on what consumers might expect from the upcoming foldable device
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Price Leak

The leaked information suggests that the Galaxy Z Flip5 will be priced at €1,299 (RM6,642) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant. This represents a significant increase compared to the launch price of the Flip4, which was €1,099 (RM5,619) for the same configuration. If accurate, this indicates an almost 20% price hike for the latest model. While slight variations in prices may occur across the Eurozone due to varying VAT levels, the differences are unlikely to exceed €30-40.

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Considering the higher price point, it’s essential to assess what the Galaxy Z Flip5 offers to justify the increase. One notable upgrade is the inclusion of a significantly larger outer screen, making the Flip4’s screen appear comparatively small. Additionally, the Flip5 reportedly addresses an issue that previous Samsung models faced—the hinge gap. Competitors had already addressed this concern, and Samsung has now caught up, ensuring a seamless and refined design.
As with any leaked information, it’s crucial to approach it with caution. The pricing details for the Galaxy Z Flip5 are yet to be officially confirmed by Samsung. However, leaks often provide valuable insights into upcoming releases. In the coming weeks, we can anticipate more leaks and rumours surrounding the pricing of the Galaxy Z Flip5, which may corroborate or contradict the current information.
If accurate, consumers can expect to pay €1,299 (RM6,642) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant.  Stay tuned for more updates as we approach the Galaxy Z Flip5 launch and discover the official pricing details.
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Pokdepinion: While we eagerly await the official unveiling of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, leaks and rumours continue to fuel anticipation. The recent leak regarding the price of the device suggests a significant increase compared to its predecessor, the Flip4. The higher price tag may be justified by the enhanced features, including a larger outer screen and the elimination of the hinge gap. However, it’s important to take it with a pinch of salt.
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realme C55 Launching in Malaysia on March 28 With Segment-Leading Features

The realme C55 smartphone sets a new standard in the segment with advanced camera, storage, and fast charge features.

realme officially announced today that the C55 will debut in Malaysia on 28th March 2023. The first upgraded C Series smartphone, the C55, is set to impress with segment-leading features in camera, storage memory, and fast charge capabilities.
The phone features a “flagship-level” sensor with a 0.7μm large pixel size and a 1/2” optical format for its 64MP main shooter, the same sensor used on the realme GT Master Edition. In terms of storage, up to 16GB dynamic RAM (while not explicitly mentioned, we think it’s likely 8+8GB) and 256GB ROM is available. The C55 also features 33W SUPERVOOC fast charging tech which is said to be best-in-class.
In addition, realme has confirmed that the C55 will be its first product to feature the “Mini Capsule” – Apple’s Dynamic Island-lookalike which expands from its punch-hole camera to display certain system statuses. No pricing information has been revealed so far, so stay tuned for that.
Pokdepinion: With the amount of best-in-class features claimed here, I guess the value expectation would be pretty high.

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Biggest Gaming Conference in SEA Returns with Level Up KL 2017! – Fast tracking South East Asia’s growth in the game industry

Time to Level Up

South East Asia’s biggest video game conference is back with Level Up KL 2017! Already in its third year, Level Up KL 2017 is the biggest and best one so far with an incredible six days of video games development related activities, which includes various workshops, showcases as well as exhibitions. The six day video game event takes place in Kuala Lumpur (hence the name) and has been going on since the 4th November and will end tomorrow (9th November).
Hasnul Hadi Samsudin, Vice President of Creative Content & Technologies at Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) (bottom, 2nd from right) posing with the LEVEL UP KL 2017 speakers at the opening ceremony
Hosted by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), Level Up KL 2017 aims to explore cross-border alliances with regional associations and creating strategic partnerships with technology enablers to drive the region’s games development industry forward. According to Hasnul Hadi Samsudin, Vice President of Creative Content & Technologies, MDEC, the agency has continued to push for greater cooperation amongst nations within the Southeast Asia games community as it seeks to strengthen the region’s position among global players. He said,
The Malaysian government recognises the games industry as an important engine of economic growth in the region. The support we receive from LEVEL UP KL year-on-year, along with the solid alliance with prominent players in the games industry, indicates this region has what it takes to drive this robust, dynamic, and multi-national industry. More importantly, this positive development has positioned us as an emerging games producing region.
Level Up KL 2017 features games development related content which spans from the business and technical sides of the industry, future-shaping trends, keynotes, and high level sessions with esteemed panel speakers from all over the world. Some of these speakers include leading industry stalwarts from big name video game entities such as EA Motive, Ea Ghost, Naughty Dog, Riot Games, Streamline Studios and Marvel Entertainment, just to name a few.

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Here are the some of the key events happening at Level Up KL 2017:

The Southeast Asia Game Jam (4th and 5th November): A 36-hour game jam, organised by the Malaysian chapter of International Game Developers Association (IGDA Malaysia), will showcase promising games developers from the region where they will display their raw skills and creativity in the art of game-making. The goal of this Game Jam is to have participants create games in a collaborative environment under a tight deadline.
Workshops and specialised tracks (6th and 9th November): Hands-on workshop with the world’s top games industry experts on various topics, such as games design, concept and environment art, and audio.
Business Connection Program (6th November): A business matching and networking platform for delegates to build networks, connect, and explore potential business opportunities with participating companies.
LEVEL UP KL Conference (7th and 8th November): The main two-day event, featuring top industry players from around the world, will cover both business and technical facets from various games development platforms, such as mobile, PC, and console. Among the prominent speakers featured this year are Danny Koo from Marvel Entertainment, Brian Recktenwald of Naughty Dog, Appxplore’s Desmond Lee, and Falk Au Yeong who is with SoundtRec Malaysia.
Industry showcase and exhibition (7th and 8th November): This showcase will feature the work of the SEA Game Awards finalists alongside other indie games developer studios and an exhibition of product and services from companies operating in the games industry.
The Southeast Asia Game Awards (8th November): Organised by MDEC and supported by MYGameOn, the SEA Game Awards is created to recognise outstanding, artistic, and creative efforts for technical and gameplay achievements in the games industry within the region.

Here’s an interesting bit of info, over 75 game submissions – published and unpublished – from indie game developers, studios, game publishers, and students have been sent in, with 30 games shortlisted as finalists. The awards will be divided into 10 categories including Best Visual Art, Best Game Design, Best Rising Star, and Audience Choice Award.

Of course for more information regarding Level Up KL 2017, please visit their official website right here.
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Here’s How You Can Get Adobe Creative Suite for Free for 2 Months

To all my photography and creative friends, Adobe has wavered all the Creative Suite for the next 2 months, simply log into the website and go through the cancellation process and see the £0 offer at the end.
Saving me £99
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— Jason Thomas (@jasonthomasarts) March 17, 2020

For many creative folks like ourselves, we rely on Adobe Creative Suite to produce our work. Understandably, it’s not free but it can also be rather costly over time as it follows a subscription service model. There is a way to get it for 2 months for free, legally.
To start, you need to already be a paid subscriber, which comes with a 30-day free trial. This means you can’t be using the free version. After that, simply head over to your user account and go through the cancellation process. At the end, you will receive an offer to continue your membership with the next 2 months being free of charge.

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Why is Adobe Creative Suite Free for 2 Months?
This is more of a customer retention move by Adobe, it’s still worth giving a shot if you’re already paying for it. We have no details on whether this can only work once per account, but we’re certain there are limited redemptions that can be made per account.
If you’re looking to save a bit of money in the coming months, this could be worth trying. After all, you can always re-subscribe again if this doesn’t go through. If you haven’t subscribed to the Adobe Creative Suite, you can see it as 3-months free membership given the 30-day free trial that you get at the start.
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Pokdepinion: Honestly, anything that could be free is worth trying as long as it doesn’t jeopardize your personal data, security, or workflow. In this case, it’s not piracy so it should be fine.
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Final Fantasy 7 Remake Pre-Orders May Receive the Game Early

An important message from the #FinalFantasy VII Remake development team. #FF7R pic.twitter.com/UwBMNaIaXX
— FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE (@finalfantasyvii) March 30, 2020

Previously, we reported about the physical copies of Final Fantasy 7 Remake possibly coming late due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, Square Enix is taking some actions to combat that issue.
They have announced that they will be shipping the game out early for some regions. The idea here is so that the game will be able to reach on time for the official release date on 10th April 2020.

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However, they also noted that there is a chance that some gamers may receive their copy of the game early, most likely referring to pre-order customers. In case you do receive your physical copy early, Square Enix has one simple request.
Square Enix’s Request on Those Who Receive Final Fantasy 7 Remake Early:
If you get the game early, please think of others and don’t spoil it for them. We know there are potential spoilers out there for over two decades, as the original game is released in 1997. But Final Fantasy VII Remake is a new game that still has many surprises for everyone. All our fans and players deserve to experience the game for themselves, and we ask for the support of our dedicated community around the world to ensure that.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake will be officially launched for the PlayStation 4 on 10th April 2020.
Do you think it’s a great move by Square Enix or would it be potentially catastrophic? Join the discussion right below here:

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Pokdepinion: This is wonderful news for gamers who are worried that they have to wait longer to get their hands on the game. If you see anyone that tries to spoil the game on social media, report them immediately.
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oBike Celebrates 1st Anniversary – Rewards Campaign Awaits

oBike, Malaysia’s first bike-sharing operator, will be celebrating their first ever birthday this month which they plan on celebrating with the launch of oBike Rewards Program.
oBike 1st Anniversary Rewards Program
With the oBike Rewards Program, it will feature prizes and promotions worth up to RM111,111 (what a number) in total. The program is already running and will last until the 20th of May 2018.
For every time users unlock and ride a bike (oBike of course), they stand a chance to redeem a reward, which includes deals and prizes from the company itself and its partners.

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Since it was first introduced in the Klang Valley region last year, oBike has expanded their services to nine different states including Johor Bahru, Malacca, Selangor, Terengganu, and also Pahang. There are a total of more than 650,000 oBike users according to the company, where they also mentioned that they have exclusive partnerships forged with a total of 25 school campuses around the country.
For more information on oBike, you can click here to check out for more details on the company.
Pokdepinion: Are you a user of the bikes? So what are you waiting for then? Grab a bike (an oBike) and start paddling! Who knows, you might just win some of that prize or promotion that they’re offering.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G Officially Announced

The folks over at Samsung have officially announced the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G, the 5G variant of their popular foldable smartphone in the style of a flip / clamshell phone.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G

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Exactly what the name implies, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G is the 5G variant of the original Z Flip. Not only does it have support for the speedier 5G networks, it’s also powered by a newer chipset, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ SoC. This is expected to make it faster than its predecessor by about 10%.
Initially, this was expected to be announced alongside the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series and the Galaxy Fold 2 at the upcoming Unpacked event on 5th August 2020. With the Korean giant announcing this one early, it looks like they plan on focusing more on the aforementioned devices for the event itself.
There are many skeptics of the foldable smartphone technology, with some questioning its durability for long-term use and others being against it due to the hefty price tag. While the Z Flip itself is one of the more affordable foldables out there, it’s still rather pricey for the average consumer. However, we do expect manufacturing costs to go down over the years which will make foldables easier to own.
We personally reviewed the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and we loved it. Click right here to read the review.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5G will be retailing for USD $1,449.99 (RM6,166.08). It will be available in Mystic Gray and Mystic Bronze colours. Malaysian pricing and availability is still unknown at this point in time so stay tuned for further details.
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Pokdepinion: The Z Flip is surprisingly one of the best smartphones I’ve used this year. Having a 5G variant makes sense, especially if the successor is coming much later.
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Bigger HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro Confirmed To Arrive In Malaysia

HUAWEI has confirmed that they will be introducing the new 8GB RAM plus 256GB internal storage variant of the HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro.
Previously the company had teased as something ‘bigger’ is coming to the Mate 20 series, now we can rest assured that the surprise is the new variant to the Mate 20 Pro.
The new option from the company will be available in Twilight, the iconic color of HUAWEI smartphone series.

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Despite the confirmation of the new variant is coming, there’s no official release date for it or even the price, though we probably will see it before the year ends.
To find out more on the HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro, you can click here to read on our full hands-on review.
Pokdepinion: It’s always nice to have options, no doubt about it. For me though, 6GB of RAM is more than enough for a smartphone these days.
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Samsung Unveils Prices For New Samsung Galaxy A32, Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72

Samsung Malaysia has just revealed the pricing of their latest line of mid-range smartphones. The Samsung Galaxy A32 and A32 5G will retail for RM1,099 and RM1,199 respectively. While the Samsung Galaxy A52 will retail for RM1,499, the Samsung Galaxy A72 on the other hand will retail for RM1,899.

Prices for the Samsung Galaxy A32, Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A72 revealed!
The Samsung Galaxy A32, A52 and A72 will release this coming 26 March through all participating Samsung Experience Stores and selected Samsung Authorised Retailers. Moreover, if you purchase the devices from 26 March to 30 April, you will receive either a complimentary Clear Standing Cover or Soft Clear Cover that’s worth RM109. That’s not all, there will also be special trade-in offers where you can trade-in your old or existing smartphone for a discounted price.

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You can check out the specifications of the new Samsung devices down below.

Model
Samsung Galaxy A32
Samsung Galaxy A32 5G
Samsung Galaxy A52
Samsung Galaxy A72

Processor
Mediatek Helio G80
2 x Cortex-A75 @ 2.0 GHz + 6 x Cortex-A55 @ 1.8 GHz
12nm
MediaTek MT6853 Dimensity 720 5G
2 x Cortex-A75 @ 2.0 GHz + 6 x Cortex-A55 @ 2.0 GHz
7nm
Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G
2 x Kryo 470 @ 2.3GHz + 6 x Kryo 470 @1.8GHz
8nm
Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G
2 x Kryo 470 @ 2.3GHz + 6 x Kryo 470 @1.8GHz
8nm

GPU
Mali-G52 MC2
Mali-G57 MC3
Adreno 618 + 15% boost
Adreno 618 + 15% boost

RAM
8GB
8GB
8GB
8GB

Connectivity
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.0
USB Type-C
GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo
NFC
4G LTE
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.0
USB Type-C
GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo
NFC
5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.0
USB Type-C
GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo
NFC
4G LTE
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.0
USB Type-C
GPS, Glonass, BeiDou, Galileo
NFC
4G LTE

Storage
128GB UFS 2.1
Up to 1TB expandable storage (MicroSD)
128GB UFS 2.1
Up to 1TB expandable storage (MicroSD)
256GB UFS 2.1
Up to 1TB expandable storage (MicroSD)
256GB UFS 2.1
Up to 1TB expandable storage (MicroSD)

Display
6.4″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) Super AMOLED Display, 411ppi
Eye Comfort Shield
Corning Gorilla Glass
Up to 90Hz Refresh Rate
6.4″ FHD+ (720 x 1600) TFT Display, 270ppi
Eye Comfort Shield
Corning Gorilla Glass
6.5″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) Super AMOLED Display, 407ppi
Eye Comfort Shield
Corning Gorilla Glass
Up to 90Hz Refresh Rate
6.7″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) Super AMOLED Display, 394ppi
Eye Comfort Shield
Corning Gorilla Glass
Up to 90Hz Refresh Rate

Rear Camera
64MP f/1.8 wide angle camera, OIS AF
8MP f/2.2 ultrawide camera, 123°
5MP f/2.4 macro
5MP f/2.4 depth
4K Video Snap, Tetra Binning, Night, LED flash, HDR, panorama
[email protected], [email protected]/120fps
48MP f/1.8 wide angle camera, OIS AF
8MP f/2.2 ultrawide camera, 123°
5MP f/2.4 macro
2MP f/2.4 depth
4K Video Snap, Tetra Binning, Night, LED flash, HDR, panorama
[email protected], [email protected]/120fps
64MP f/1.8 wide angle camera, OIS AF
12MP f/2.2 ultrawide camera, 123°
5MP f/2.4 macro
5MP f/2.4 depth
4K Video Snap, Tetra Binning, Night, LED flash, HDR, panorama
[email protected], [email protected]/120fps, gyro-EIS
64MP f/1.8 wide angle camera, OIS AF
12MP f/2.2 ultrawide camera, 123°
5MP f/2.4 macro
8MP f/2.4 telephoto 3X
4K Video Snap, Tetra Binning, Night, LED flash, HDR, panorama
[email protected], [email protected]/120fps, gyro-EIS

Selfie Camera
20MP f/2.2 wide-angle selfie cam, HDR
[email protected]
13MP f/2.2 wide-angle selfie cam, HDR
[email protected]
32MP f/2.2 wide-angle selfie cam, HDR
[email protected], [email protected]
32MP f/2.2 wide-angle selfie cam, HDR
[email protected], [email protected]

Battery
5000mAh
15W Fast Charging
5000mAh
15W Fast Charging
4500mAh
25W Fast Charging
5000mAh
25W Fast Charging

OS
One UI 3.1
Android 11
One UI 3.1
Android 11
One UI 3.1
Android 11
One UI 3.1
Android 11

Ingress Protection
N/A
N/A
IP67
IP67

Dimensions
158.9 x 73.6 x 8.4 mm
184g
164.2 x 76.1 x 9.1 mm
205g
75.1 x 159.9 x 8.4 mm
189g
77.4 x 165 x 8.4 mm
203g

Price
RM1,099
RM1,199
RM1,499
RM1,899

Pokdepinion: Samsung is really stepping up with their mid-range offerings nowadays. No doubt wanting to better compete with the other brands in the tight mid-range market. I mean look at the Samsung Galaxy A32, a Super AMOLED screen on a phone that more or less just cost a thousand bucks? Colour me intrigued for the future.
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