The curious case of AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier

This interesting looking thing is an air purifier by AUGIENB, a Hong Kong company that specializes in “home machine solutions”. They basically make home appliances like air or water filters, lights, humidifiers and other similar products. They seem to have quite a good present around Southeast Asia, hence seem to be a trustworthy company. We managed to purchase our unit at half price during a lazada sale, so I guess why not, right? It’s quite a deal if you ask me, slashing the unit price from RM440 to RM199! So, the question is, does paying less than RM200 for a air purifier equipped with a HEPA filter make sense? And is it worth the money? Or have we been taken for a ride? Let’s jump right in.
Overview

The unit we got the is the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier. The unit resembles an inverted bucket. Most of the casing is just plain white plastic and it looks and feels quite thin. The good thing is that it’s really lightweight, but it definitely does not inspire confidence in its quality.

The touch-sensitive controls are located on top, and in the middle there’s a container for essential oil. Personally, I find the inclusion of essential oil container very odd, but more on this later.

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Under the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier is a hatch to insert the HEPA filter. All it takes is a twist to unlock it and the filter can be easily removed and replaced here.

Within the filter, you can see the fan that will pull in air from the back, force it through the HEPA filter, and exhaust clean air out the top end.
Does this remind you of the Gentle Typhoon by Scythe?
The filter that comes included with the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier is a basic HEPA filter. On AUGIENB’s website they have an upgraded version which adds an activated carbon layer.
A common HEPA filter
After inserting the HEPA filter into the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier
This is a desktop air purifier, officially it is rated to be capable to purify 140 cubic meters per hour. That’s about the volume of a small room, perhaps around the size of small bedroom. How it works is that it has intakes on the back to take in air from the surroundings, which would be sent into the HEPA filter to “purify” it before having the clean air come out from the vents along the top panel.
Review
First things first, despite the cheap price (RM220 is a ridiculous price to pay for a HEPA filter) the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier work flawlessly, with its simple mechanism meaning little can go wrong anyway. Using our air quality measurement tool, it does seem to be working just fine.
We will be testing the air purifier based on how well it purifies the air within 30 minutes by looking at the levels of formaldehyde, PM 2.5 particulate and TVOC in our small room. Below is a little description of what these 3 levels mean:
Formaldehyde
Formaldehyde is a chemical that is colorless, flammable, with a pungent odor. It is used in building materials and also in certain household products. It’s present in pressed-wood products, glues and adhesives, permanent-press fabrics, paper coating materials, and certain insulation materials.When formaldehyde is present in the air at levels exceeding 100 mg/m3 , some individuals may experience adverse effects such as watery eyes; burning sensations in the eyes, nose, and throat; coughing; wheezing; nausea; and skin irritation. Some people are very sensitive to formaldehyde, whereas others have no reaction to the same level of exposure. Formaldehyde and Cancer Risk. (2011, June 10)
Formaldehyde Level in AirExpected Health Effects  >0.0123 mg/m3Mild irritation or allergic sensitization in some people  >0.615 mg/m3 Irritation to eyes & mucous membranes  >1.23 mg/m3 Possible nasopharyngeal cancer  3.684 mg/m3 Respiratory impairment and damage

Friedman, D. J. (n.d.). Formaldehyde Gas HCHO Exposure Limits Formaldehyde Gas
PM 2.5
PM 2.5 level is a measure of the amount of fine particles smaller than 2.5 micrometers, since they are so small and light, they tend to stay longer in the air than heavier particles. This increases the chances of humans and animals inhaling them into their lungs. They are able to bypass the nose and throat and penetrate deep into the lungs and may even enter the circulatory system.
Studies have found a close link between exposure to fine particles and premature death from heart and lung disease. They are also known to trigger asthma, heart attack, bronchitis and other respiratory problems.
PM 2.5Air Quality IndexHealth Effects0 – 12.0Good 0 – 50Little to no risk. 21.1 – 35.4Moderate 51-100Unusually sensitive individuals may experience respiratory symptoms. 35.5 – 55.4Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups 101-150Increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms in sensitive individuals, aggravation of heart or lung disease and premature mortality in persons with cardiopulmonary disease and the elderly. 55.5 – 150.4Unhealthy 151 – 200Increased aggravation of heart or lung disease and premature mortality in persons with cardiopulmonary disease and the elderly; increased respiratory effects in general population. 150.5 – 250.4Very Unhealthy 201 – 300Significant aggravation of heart or lung disease and premature mortality in persons with cardiopulmonary disease and the elderly; significant increase in respiratory effects in general population. 250.5 – 500.4Hazardous 301 – 500Serious aggravation of heart or lung disease and premature mortality in persons with cardiopulmonary disease and the elderly; serious risk of respiratory effects in general population.
 What is PM2.5 and Why You Should Care. (n.d.)
TVOC
“Total volatile organic compounds” TVOC is a grouping of a wide range of organic chemical compounds that are present in the air.
Many substances, such as natural gas, could be classified as volatile organic compounds (VOCs). VOCs are reserved for characterization of such substances in polluted air, that is, VOCs generally refer to vapors of gases given off by compounds rather than the liquid phase.
TVOC Level mg/m3Level of Concern Less than 0.3 mg/m3 Low0.3 to 0.5 mg/m3 Acceptable0.5 to 1 mg/m3 Marginal1 to 3 mg/m3 High
Acceptable VOC levels in the air for human health. (n.d.)
Normal Situation
Small office: ~150 sq feetNo windowsDoor closed with no entry nor exit during testing
Control: Filter Switch OFF. Formaldehyde Level – 0.021, PM2.5 – 0.12, TVOC – 0.154

 Filter Switch ON. Formaldehyde Level – 0.021, PM2.5 – 0.9, TVOC – 0.155
15 Minutes: Filter Switch ON. Formaldehyde Level – 0.032, PM2.5 – 0.5, TVOC – 0.185
 30 Minutes: Filter Switch ON. Formaldehyde Level – 0.037, PM2.5 – 0.4, TVOC – 0.204
 FormaldehydePM 2.5TVOCControl0.0210120.154Start0.021 0090.15515 Minutes0.0320050.18530 Minutes0.0370040.204
In the test we notice that PM 2.5 levels does drop over time. But formaldehyde and TVOC actually went up over time. We believe is it due to the extremely low levels of the pollutants present, what was picked up by the measuring tool is generally not of concern.
Regardless, the PM 2.5 present were lowered from 12 to just 4 μg/m3, which is evidence that the AugienB Air Purifier is working as intended.
Hazardous Situation
As the normal test shows that the air purifier can actually filter out PM 2.5, we need to know whether the purifier can deal with formaldehyde and TVOC, as well as how well does it handle them. To do this, we sprayed the room with insect repellent, essentially jacking up the levels of formaldehyde and TVOC in the room.
 Control: Filter Switch ON. Formaldehyde Level – 0.042, PM2.5 – 0.4, TVOC – 0.212
 Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 0.051, PM2.5 – 0.4, TVOC – 0.236
 Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 1.400, PM2.5 – 0.5, TVOC – 3.741
 Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 1.999, PM2.5 – 0.6, TVOC – 6.128
Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 1.999, PM2.5 – 0.5, TVOC – 9.999
 Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 1.999, PM2.5 – 0.6, TVOC – 6.128
Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 1.953, PM2.5 – 0.5, TVOC – 9.999
 Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 1.404, PM2.5 – 0.3, TVOC – 9.999
 Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 0.640, PM2.5 – 0.3, TVOC – 4.037
 Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 0.432, PM2.5 – 0.2, TVOC – 3.024
 Insect Repellent Sprayed : Filter Switch On. Formaldehyde Level – 0.203, PM2.5 – 0.2, TVOC – 0.790
TimeInsect RepellentFormaldehydePM 2.5TVOC5 secondNo0.0420040.21210 second Yes0.0510040.23615 second Yes 1.4000053.74130 second Yes 1.9990066.12815 MinuteYes 1.9990129.99930 MinuteYes1.9990069.9991 HourYes 1.9530059.9992 Hour Yes 1.4040039.9993 HourYes 0.6400034.0374 HourYes 0.4320023.0245 HourYes 0.1690050.735
So as you can see, after spraying the insect repellent, within minutes the formaldehyde and TVOC detected spiked up so high it exceeds the maximum reading of our tool. It takes about 5 hours to bring the hazardous level of Formaldehyde and TVOC down to an acceptable level.These result are not convincing for an air purifier. But then again, the lack of an activated carbon filter layer does mean that it isn’t equipped to handle anything but particulate matter. We ran similar tests with the Xiaomi Air Purifier Pro, with it being able to drop the hazardous levels to a relatively safe level in significantly less time. Yes, the Xiaomi Air Purifier Pro costs more than quadruple the price of the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier, but the added peace of mind is definitely tangible.
Sound Level
All the test done so far are done with Speed 2 setting. It seem to be the most reasonable mode to be used, due to how much loud the air purifier can become. Below are a series of tests we ran to give you guys an idea of how loud it can be.
 Speed 1, Min 24.7 dB, Avg 33.4 dB , Max 42.5 dB
 Speed 2, Min 29.3 dB , Avg 34.2 dB , Max 37.8 dB
 Speed 3, Min 33.7 dB , Avg 36.3 dB , Max 38.7 dB
 Speed Turbo, Min 46.3 dB, Avg 48.1 dB, Max 50.2 dB
SpeedMinAvgMax124.7 dB 33.4 dB 42.5 dB 229.3 dB 34.2 dB 37.8 dB 333.7 dB 36.3 dB 38.7 dB Turbo46.3 dB48.1 dB 50.2 dB
At full speed, the AUGIENB Air Purifier hits around 50.2 dB, which easily made it the loudest device in my small room. Personally I am rather sensitive to noise, and I get agitated very easily in noisy environments and the Turbo setting made me really uncomfortable. Our recommendation is if you are considering this air purifier, speed 3 might be the best compromise in terms of noise and effectiveness.
 User experience
The results are promising, despite the low price the air purifier definitely get the job done. You can safely assume that using the higher speed modes will mean faster filtration of all the air in the room, but we don’t recommend to do so with the Turbo mode, simply because it is just too darn loud. Although advertised with 3 speeds, the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier actually offers a total of 5 speeds: sleep, speed 1, 2, 3, and finally turbo. While sleep mode have almost no sound present but a gentle hum, each speed take it up a notch, as you can see in our noise testing. While the device is advertised to “create a calm environment”, we found it to be more or less a trade off from air pollution for noise pollution if you were to run the air purifier at any setting higher than speed 3.

The touch control is a great touch, the smooth piano black panel add a sense of premium into this air filter. However the material used here seems to be the kind of soft plastic that is a fingerprint magnet but at the same time each time you try cleaning it, it gains a few more scratches.

As mentioned earlier, in the middle of the control panel is a little container where user can insert essential oil to “enchance user experience”. It is worth nothing though that essential oils are reported in multiple studies to not “help clean the air” as commonly believed, but also further pollute the air with volatile organic compounds. Our advice is to never use essential oils unless you’re absolutely sure of what you are doing.
Conclusion: AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier, Gold or No?

If you are looking for an air purifier and have limited budget, the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier is a decent value buy at RM199 (the promo price at which we got it for). Under normal circumstances a branded air purifier would retail at around the price of RM500 or more, AUGIENB is giving you quite the bang for buck. The filters which are recommended to be replaced every 6-8 months retails at the price of RM65.90 with a buy one free one offer is also a steal where branded air purifier replacement can easily run two times the price.
Bear in mind, while you save your money, there are some trade-offs too. As mentioned earlier, the noise produced at higher speed levels are unbearable, the control panel is a fingerprint and scratch magnet, and finally the inclusion of essential oil container somewhat contradicts its own existence as an air purifier.
But, we do recommend the AUGIENB HEPA Air Purifier if you manage to get it during promo and use it at low speed. It does a pretty good job for something this affordable.
References
Formaldehyde and Cancer Risk. (2011, June 10). Retrieved November 5, 2019, from https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/substances/formaldehyde/formaldehyde-fact-sheet.
Acceptable VOC levels in the air for human health. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.npi.gov.au/resource/total-volatile-organic-compounds.
Friedman, D. J. (n.d.). Formaldehyde Gas HCHO Exposure Limits Formaldehyde Gas (Formalin Gas) Exposure Standards & Limits in Buildings. Retrieved from https://inspectapedia.com/indoor_air_quality/Formaldehyde_Gas_Exposure_Limits.php.
What is PM2.5 and Why You Should Care. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://blissair.com/what-is-pm-2-5.htm.
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The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE was rumored to launch sometime this year but was then allegedly pushed back to early 2022 due to chip-related issues, likely due to the global supply shortage. Now, it looks like it’s gearing up for release as marketing materials for it have leaked online, revealing key specification of the new smartphone.
Samsung Galaxy S21 FE Images and Specifications Leaked

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Marketing materials for the Samsung Galaxy S21 FE have been leaked online, giving us a clear look at the device as well as some key specifications of it. It looks like it’s going to sport a 6.4-inch Full HD+ 120Hz AMOLED display with a center punchhole cutout, 6GB RAM, and a triple camera system on the rear.
The triple camera system itself appears to be a 64MP main sensor (wide-angle), along with an ultrawide and depth sensor. This means that it will be lacking a telephoto camera so no optical zoom here. The selfie camera itself will be a 32MP wide-angle sensor. For security, you will be getting an in-display fingerprint scanner.
As for the SoC, it will be powered by either the Snapdragon 888 or the Exynos 2100 depending on the market, and if they plan on releasing multiple variants in the same market, like how there’s 4G and 5G variants of its predecessor, the S20 FE. The battery being used here is a healthy 4,500mAh capacity, and it supports 15W charging.
For now, we’re expected to see this smartphone launch sometime in January 2022, likely a month before the launch of the new Galaxy S22 series. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: It’s shaping up to be a solid value-oriented smartphone but given that it’s launching very close to the Galaxy S22 series, I have a feeling it will be much more affordable than before. This is just speculation on my end so don’t take it as fact.
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OPPO has finally announced of the availability of their red OPPO F5 4GB edition which is now attainable in Malaysia nationwide.
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Released to match the Chinese New Year theme, you can now purchase the red OPPO F5 4GB at the price of RM1,298. As you probably can notice, this is the price for their 4GB RAM rendition of the device and not the 6GB.
The device features a 6-inch FHD 18:9 ratio display and runs on Color OS 3.2 (based of Android 7.1 Nougat). At the front, it sports a 20MP with f/2.0 aperture shooter for your selfies and features a main camera with a 16MP f/1.8 shooter. In addition, it features A.I Beauty Recognition, which is designed to personalized beautification for subject on a selfie image, as well as making adjustments based on gender, skin tone, and etc.

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With the device, it supports facial unlock, which like its namesake, you can unlock your phone through facial recognition (quite a popular trend to say the least nowadays). Despite the feature, if facial recognition isn’t your thing, you can opt to the more conventional password, pattern and fingerprint way of unlocking your device.
Storage wise, it has 32GB of internal storage which is expandable up to 256GB through microSD. Under the hood, it packs a 3200mAh battery. As for processor, it uses an octa-core MT6763T chipset.
The red OPPO F5 edition joins the list of Gold, Black, and Dashing Blue alongside the standard color variation. The OPPO F5 red (4GB) is now available for purchase. If you wish to purchase the device, you can click here to go to their official website.
Pokdepinion: Well.. all I can say is, how many variations does OPPO want for their F5? I mean having choices is good, but too much, then it becomes a drag. That’s just my opinion. What do you think? Let us know in the comment section below!
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In addition to that, there’s up to 1TB of capacity to not only satisfy gamers, but also prives a high-speed sensation after fully upgrading. Using 3NAND flash memory chip makes it durable, shockproof and offers a solid and total protection for gamers when saving or loading data.

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Both of their colorful RGB effects can be synchronized through ASUS’ Aura software, so that you are able to create lighting effects freely, just how you want them to be. The read speed is up to 560MB per second, which is faster by 4x than your traditional hard drive.
With the T-FORCE DELTA TUF Gaming RGB luminous overclocking memory is based on military style and geometric lines. The asymmetrical, minimalist design of the heat spreader presents a new art style.
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Pokdepinion: Hmm, they aren’t bad looking to be honest. I could use with an upgrade with my RAM. Too bad I’m still using DDR3 :(
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Data Summary of How COVID-19 Affected Malaysia According to Google

Retail & recreation sees an 81% drop
Grocery & pharmacy sees a 58% drop
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Pokdepinion: I’m a little worries as to why the residential increase isn’t as significant as I would have thought. i expected it to be on par with retail & recreation. I just hope the majority of Malaysians stay at home to minimize chances of contracting COVID-19.
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Once again, Hogwarts Legacy will be launch on 10th February 2023 for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: As annoying as it might, we definitely do not want another Cyberpunk disaster so better late than never, and better late than to get a buggy mess early on.
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Seeing how multiplayer support for Cyberpunk 2077 is still far away from now, it is understandable that gamers will look at mods to extend the lifespan of the game. That being said, it would be wise if you avoid them for the time being or at least they’ve managed to solve the problem.
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Pokdepinion: It’s better to be safe than sorry guys. Those mods can wait.
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Would you want the Samsung Sero in your living room so you can enjoy your TikTok and Instagram on a 43″ display?
Pokdepinion: I don’t think the videos on TikTok and Instagram look good when upscaled to 4K, but hey I don’t use the former. And definitely not the latter on a TV.
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This feature is currently undergoing testing on Windows Insider Dev Channel, but it’ll be some time before the public will get this feature; Microsoft has noted that it will “lead by example” and release updates for the Edge browser to enable this feature support as soon as it goes live.
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Pokdepinion: Good feature – given how cluttered Settings can get at times.
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In addition to that, the ZEISS Tessar T* 24mm f/4 optics on the Sony RX0 II is also stabilized. While you would think that having such advanced optics would mean that this ultra-compact camera would be quite fragile, you couldn’t be more wrong. The Sony RX0 II is waterproof up to 10m, dustproof, shockproof up to 2m and crushproof up to 200kg. And just as a testament of how well Sony protected the camera from the outside world, you can even use the 180° tiltable LCD screen underwater.
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Unlike the previous Sony A5xxx series of cameras which featured a flip-up display, the Sony A6400 packs a lot more of Sony’s latest innovations in addition to the 180° flip-up, touch-sensitive display. While you could say the previous generation of Sony cameras with a 180° flip display were handicapped from a features perspective, the Sony A6400 shatters all preconceptions about Sony’s vlogger-friendly cameras.

It inherits the impressive autofocusing system from their Sony’s full-frame cameras like Sony A9, A7R III and A7 III with 425 PDAF points and 425 CDAF points which cover approximately 84% of the image area. In addition to the high performance AF system, the Sony A6400 also packs the BIONZ X image processor which gives the Sony A6400 Real-time Eye AF with AI-based object recognition to deliver quick focus acquisition in just 0.02 seconds, and also maintaining it on moving subjects.

The Sony A6400 can shoot at up to 11 fps with full AF/AE tracking for up to 116 frames, which allows you to easily capture the moment you want to cherish forever. For video, it offers full pixel readout 4K movie recording with the fast Hybrid AF technology.

The following is the pricing for the Sony A6400 camera, lens bundle and PWP offers:

Sony A6400 (body only): RM3999
Sony A6400 (16-50mm): RM4399
Sony A6400 (18-135mm): RM5699
Sony A6400 (18-105mm G): RM5999
Sony A6400 (10-18mm): RM6999
PWP GP-VPT1 Vlog Grip: RM199

Do you vlog? What do you think of the Sony A6400 and the Sony RX0 II?
Pokdepinion: I think my choice would be the Sony RX0 II and a Sony A7 III… Perfect for any situation I will encounter!
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Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 Warlords Of New York Expansion Coming This 3 March

If you’ve been waiting on the new expansion for The Division 2, well great news. The folks at Ubisoft has today announced of the new Warlords of New York content, which is set to arrive on the 3rd of March 2020.

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In the new expansion, Division Agents will go on the hunt for Aaron Keener, a former Division Agent himself who has now gone rogue. Keener, together with his network of Rogue Agents, is now a threat to the burgeoning rebirth of civilization.

Tracking him down will require you to roam the untamed living open world of Lower Manhattan, a former Dark Zone that was recently hit by a hurricane. To get to Keener, you must take down each of his Rogue Agents, where each of them coming with their own back story and skill, which you can also gain once you take them down.

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The Division 2 is available to play on PC, PS4 and Xbox One. The game will also be made available on Google’s Stadia, later in March.
Pokdepinion: It’s great to see that they are still pulling up content for the game till now.
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OnePlus leaks out user info after forgetting what’s BCC

It might be a pretty common blunder to just CC everyone in a mailing list. We have seen it a number of times ourselves, but never have we seen a brand mess up this badly, and with their users too, no less. One of OnePlus’ staff seemingly forgot what’s BCC, and blasted out a mass mailer to 271 OnePlus users, exposing all the emails of the recipients of the email.
The mass mailer was reportedly sent out by OnePlus to users who signed up for a UX survey for OnePlus’ recent 10.5.11 update. That was probably why the list was so short with just 271 emails in it. So now all the 271 OnePlus users who signed up for the survey have each others emails, for better or worse.

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Generally, such mistakes are pretty common. One of our friends in the PR circle even stated that you aren’t truly a PR representative until you have accidentally used CC instead of BCC once. But then again, she doesn’t blast emails out to the public, and instead liaise with members of the media, who more often than not already have each others’ emails anyway.
This unfortunate blunder should not result in too much unless some malicious individuals on the list decides to subscribe the emails in the list to some spam bots, but it also comes pretty soon after a vulnerability was identified in OnePlus’ systems that can reveal sensitive information of their users including addresses and phone numbers. It does seem like OnePlus has a rather blatant disregard for customer data at this point.
Perhaps by signing up for OnePlus’ user experience survey, they also inadvertently signed up to experience OnePlus’ attention towards user privacy?
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Pokdepinion: If this was a rom-com we might see some individuals emailing each other in hopes of finding their true love. Alas, we are in the real world.
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ZOTAC announces Massive Knockdown — GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER from RM1799 and RTX 2080 SUPER from RM2049

After the GeForce RTX 30-series were launched last week, pretty much everyone wants to upgrade to the last-gen GeForce RTX 20-series for cheap, and many have been hassling current owners to sell their secondhand cards for less money. Well, maybe it is time to stop and just get yourself a new card from ZOTAC, as they have just announced a Massive Knockdown which sees significant price reductions on last-gen cards.

ZOTAC Malaysia is now offering the GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER from RM1799, and the GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER from just RM2049. There are six models to choose from:

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ZOTAC GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER AIR – RM1799
ZOTAC GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER AMP – RM1869
ZOTAC GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER AMP EXTREME – RM1919
ZOTAC GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER TWIN FAN – RM2049
ZOTAC GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER TRIPLE FAN – RM2099
ZOTAC GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER AMP CORE RGB – RM2189

That’s up to RM1530 off their old retail prices, so if you want to snag one, be quick. Stocks are expected to be somewhat limited for these last-gen GPUs. For those who have a thicker wallet, you might want to stay tuned for ZOTAC’s GeForce RTX 30-series which should be arriving on the market pretty soon as well.

The GeForce RTX 30 series is expected to bring significantly higher performance-per-ringgit as compared to the Turing-based cards. With prices for the GeForce RTX 3070 to start from RM2399 in Malaysia while delivering performance on par with the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, it is no surprise to see ZOTAC slashing the prices on the GeForce RTX 20 series cards.
Whether the other brands will follow suit remains to be seen, but it is probably worth mentioning that the GPU market is going to be pretty exciting in these coming weeks.
Pokdepinion: I wonder how much will the secondhand Turing cards go for now, with new cards priced this low!
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Touch ‘n Go eWallet Signs Strategic Partnership With Firefly

The folks at Touch ‘n Go eWallet has recently announced of their partnership with Firefly where they look to offer a convenient and seamless method to purchase flight tickets.
Touch ‘n Go eWallet partners Firefly

With the partnership, users will be able to enjoy discounts of 20% their flight tickets when they book and pay on Touch ‘n Go eWallet app. This offer is valid from 1st of December till the 31st of January 2022, with the travel period set between 6th of December till the 29th of October 2022.

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In case you didn’t know, you can use the Touch ‘n Go eWallet for a variety of services such as food delivery, car sharing, on demand services plus more. The app is available for both Android and iOS on Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.
For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: It’s always nice to have more options, definitely. Thing is, where do we actually travel? I’m still going to wait it out until it’s really safe for me to do so. Too bad the discount doesn’t go on for long..
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Great Samsung Treat 2018 Promo — Cash Rebates, Free Gifts, And More To Enjoy!

Get ready your wallets as Samsung Malaysia Electronics has announced the launch of the Great Samsung Treat Promotion made for everyone here in the country.
Great Samsung Treat 2018
From now until the 31st of August 2018, you can purchase your favorite Samsung home entertainment products and home appliances without worrying about GST. The company is also offering rewards such as instant cash rebates and also free gifts on selected home product purchases. In addition to that, there is also Purchase-with-Purchase promotion, great if you wanted several items on offer.
You also wouldn’t need to take note of SST and enjoy shopping without that distraction. So if you are looking for upgrading your living room and what not, now’s the time to enjoy your ‘tax holiday’ and to get rewarded with big savings.

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For more information on the promotion and what’s on offer, you can check that out by clicking on the link right here.
Pokdepinion: Is someone out there kind enough to buy me a curved QLED TV? No? Okay….
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WWE RPG Game Confirmed In Development

WWE RPG Game Coming Your Way

Stephanie McMahon says a WWE RPG game is coming.
— Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful.com (@SeanRossSapp) May 5, 2022

In a recent financial earnings call with their investors, the Chief Brand Officer of WWE Stephanie McMahon has officially confirmed that a WWE RPG game is in development.
Unfortunately, not much else is made known about this WWE RPG game but we can expect more details about it in the coming days. It certainly appears that after the success of WWE 2K22, the sports entertainment giant is looking to capitalize by making a bigger impact in the gaming space, though no one would have expected it to be an RPG.

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Apart from that, it was mentioned that they will be looking deeper into the metaverse, including both “walled garden environments that already exist as well as decentralized properties.” This is part of an ongoing business strategy as it was found that roughly 80% of their audience identify as gamers, with 60% of them being 34 years or younger.
We will report more on this, as well as the WWE RPG game, when details become available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: I always wished we would get an over-the-top fantasy RPG featuring WWE Superstars. Like imagine spearing through hordes of enemies with Goldberg or a Stone Cold Stunner causing an explosive, icy area-of-effect type of damage. That would be too sweet.
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Honkai Star Rail 1.2 Update and Maintenance Schedule Listed

The highly anticipate Honkai Star Rail 1.2 update, Even Immortality Ends, is almost here. We have the exact timing of the server downtime for maintenance listed here, along with the confirmed rewards you will be getting when it’s up and running again.
Honkai Star Rail 1.2 Update and Maintenance Schedule

During the maintenance period, Trailblazers will be unable to log in to the game. It is advised to take note of the maintenance schedule and plan your gaming time accordingly. After the maintenance, players must update their game client to access the latest version.

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The update maintenance will commence on 19th July 2023 at 6AM (UTC+8). The estimated duration of the update process is approximately 5 hours. Trailblazers can easily update their game client by following the instructions provided within the game. Depending on the platform, the update process may vary:

PC: Close the game, restart the launcher, and click “Update”
Android: Enter the game and follow the in-game pop-up instructions for updating
iOS: Access the App Store and tap “Update”

Free Stellar Jades

As a token of appreciation for your patience during the maintenance, eligible Trailblazers will receive compensation. The compensation package includes 300 Stellar Jades. To be eligible for the compensation, players must have a Trailblaze Level of 4 or higher before the maintenance starts. The compensation will be sent via in-game mail within 5 hours after the update is complete. Remember to claim it before Honkai Star Rail 1.2 ends.
Exciting new features and enhancements await Trailblazers in Honkai Star Rail 1.2. For a detailed preview of the upcoming version, players can visit the dedicated “Even Immortality Ends” highlights page. Stay tuned for future announcements regarding update details, system optimizations, bug fixes, and compensation information.
Pokdepinion: Been waiting for some new stories in the game for quite some time now, can’t wait to play it. Also, I have quite a bit of Jades saved up for Kafka, and I’m sure I’m not alone in this.
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Google Presents The Top 10 Searches Malaysians Made In May

Last month was a pretty eventful month, from global issues like the crisis between Israel and Palestine to registrations for the Jaringan Prihatin program to the first vaccine rollouts in Malaysia. From this, here are the top 10 trending searches Malaysians made in May according to Google.
Top 10 Trending Google Searches for May 2021
Bendera Palestin / Iron Dome / Save Palestine

The crisis between Israel and Palestine has been at the forefront of news with many seeking information on the Iron Dome and ways to show their solidarity towards Palestine.

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Jaringan Prihatin Digi / Jaringan Prihatin Celcom / Jaringan Prihatin Maxis / Jaringan Prihatin U mobile

The subsidy for subscriptions to telco services targeted at low-income groups announced in 2021’s Budget opened for registration on May 5, allowing one claim per eligible individual or household and set to assist 8.4 million recipients of the Bantuan Prihatin Rakyat scheme.
Niat Puasa 6 / Niat Puasa Enam
Devout Muslims took to observing an additional six days of fasting in the month of Syawal, said to bring the blessings of fasting equivalent to a year.
SOP PKP 3.0 / MCO 3.0 SOP
As daily Covid-19 positive cases reached all-time highs, MCO 3.0 was introduced with tighter controls and SOPs across Malaysia.
Takbir Raya PDF / Khutbah Raya 2021
Muslims prepared to celebrate Aidilfitri by reciting the Takbir and listening to the special sermon for the day, right from their own homes.
Koyak

‘Koyak’, a Malay slang roughly translating to ‘getting one’s feelings hurt’, has piqued interest with it now being a part of the Urban Dictionary following its increased usage on social media in discussions on the crisis between Israel and Palestine.
Chelsea vs Arsenal / Burnley vs Liverpool / MU vs Liverpool

Chelsea losing to Arsenal 0-1, Liverpool securing a 3-0 win against Burnley while beating Man United 4-2 were among the top trending matches in the Premier League.
China Rocket
Netizens followed China’s launch of its Long March 5B rocket into low earth orbit which saw debris from the 18-tonne rocket landing in the Indian Ocean earlier in the month, receiving criticism from the United States for the uncontrolled re-entry.
HIDE List Malaysia
The government published a first Hotspots Identification for Dynamic Engagement (HIDE) list on May 8 in response to rising Covid-19 cases, where premises on the list were required to close for three days to help the public and business operators take precautionary measures.
Lee Da-in

Fans were abuzz at whispers of k-drama stars Lee Da-in and Lee Seung-gi being an item, which the pair officially confirmed in an official announcement.

Moreover, Google also listed out the top 10 trending searches in May that pertain to vaccine-related topics. These searches include:

AstraZeneca Vaccine Malaysia / AstraZeneca Covid Vaccine*

Is AstraZeneca Safe / Is AZ Vaccine Safe*

Which Vaccine is the Best

How to Register for AstraZeneca Vaccine Malaysia / How to Book AstraZeneca Vaccine Malaysia**

Apa itu Pfizer Pil

Shah Alam Under Which District / Bukit Jalil Daerah Mana* / Bangsar South is KL or Selangor**

AstraZeneca How Many Doses

Comirnaty Vaccine

How to Check Vaccination Status in Malaysia / How to Check Vaccination Status**

Covid Vaccine Near Me

What do you think of the trending Google searches of May? What did you Google search last month?
Pokdepinion: Some of these Google searches are pretty interesting but not at all surprising. Truth be told, the only thing that sticks to my mind last month was Manchester United’s frustrating Europa League loss and the disastrous AstraZeneca vaccine registrations.
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KSK Land’s 8 Conlay combines data and tech for easier property management

KSK Land has just announced their latest technology roadmap that uses tech and data to innovate in the relatively boring property sector. For their maiden project, 8 Conlay, they have the new Discover YOO8 microsite, all-new 8 Conlay mobile app, a new in-house dynamic property pricing and valuation engine as well as upcoming partnership with other innovative tech companies.

The goal is to create a lifestyle property ecosystem that covers the entire lifecycle of the property, from the design and construction phase to the property management. Among the features that are already available is the ability to view construction progress updates, down to your specific unit, on the Discover YOO8 microsite and also the 8 Conlay mobile app.

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The 8 Conlay mobile app also allows owners to easily access their progressive billing functions too, on top of the overall construction progress. Future planned features include smart home management, tenant management, remote elevator calls and analytics as well as messaging features with Kempinski’s Lady in Red to access the 8 Conlay Kempinski Hotel Kuala Lumpur’s services.
Aside from these cool features, KSK Land will also be using technology to lower the costs of maintenance by harnessing BIM 7D. With the data-driven BIM facility management, strategic preventive maintenance planning can ensure that the building is well-serviced with minimal costs.
Pokdepinion: I do think that the construction progress updates is a really cool feature. Can’t wait to see the other features being rolled out though!
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What’s This Thing With the Android Box and Should You Be Worried?

Many of you may be familiar with the Android Box, a set-top box that runs Android OS. It’s designed to be used together with a TV, effectively making even older displays a Smart TV. However, there’s been some commotion recently surrounding the product in Malaysia and it can affect a wide variety of users with negative consequences. Let’s dive right into it, shall we?
What’s Happening Now with Android Box in Malaysia?

Recently, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Ministry (MCMC) has issued a stern warning against Android box suppliers and sellers on the use of SIRIM certification and MCMC-certified labels. Specifically, they are not to use them to mislead the public into believing that the act of illegally streaming / downloading media content on the Android Box is allowed / legal. MCMC, in collaboration with MDTCA (Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs), has also blocked IP access to several servers with regards to this matter.

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The warning states that there will be no compromises if they find any misuse of the MCMC-certified labels by sellers / suppliers. Such actions that may be taken include the disqualification of certifications for the Android Box and an order to pull back all sales of the product. They’ve also advised the public to not be tricked by the sellers who bundle the product with illegal streaming packages / services as they may end up getting punished by law.
As of right now, a total of RM67,000 in fines have been issued to supplier and sellers in a total of four cases. Moreover, there are seven more with fines amounting to RM194,500 that have been brought to court.
What Punishments Could You Face?

Regulation
Offences
Penalty

Regulation 15
Design, installations, operation, maintenance, or modification of communications equipment contrary to standards or likely to cause inoperability / interference / safety
On conviction, fine not exceeding RM300,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 3 years, or both

Regulation 16
Use, offer for sale, or sale of communications equipment contrary to standards, not certified, or no longer complies with standards
On conviction, fine not exceeding RM100,000 or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months, or both

You may be thinking that this affects only the sellers / suppliers of it and that you, the consumer, are immune. Unfortunately, that is not the case and you could end up being charged as it is against the law. As part of MCMC regulation 15 for “design, installations, operation, maintenance, or modification of communications equipment contrary to standards or likely to cause inoperability / interference / safety”, you can be fined not more than RM300,000 and / or imprisoned for not more than 3 years.
Then there’s also MCMC regulation 16 for “use, offer for sale, or sale of communications equipment contrary to standards, not certified, or no longer complies with standards”, which carries a fine of not more than RM100,000 and / or imprisonment not exceeding 6 months.
What Can You Do About It?

The use of Android Box in general is not illegal but there are some measures that you can take in order to protect yourself. For starters, you can check the authenticity of the SIRIM label. Just because it says it has doesn’t mean that it’s truly a certified product, especially with the actions taken by MCMC is rather recent. You can easily check the authenticity using the Check Your Label app by SIRIM on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
If you find that the SIRIM label isn’t valid / authentic, then proceed to make a report as soon as possible. You can easily do so online via MDTCA’s eAduan portal, which you can access by clicking right here.
Of course if you’re not using an Android Box, then don’t worry about it. If you do have friends / family members who are, you should keep them informed about this to avoid potential issues down the road.
What Should You Not Do?

There are a number of things that you shouldn’t do with regards to this matter. For starters, you should stop using uncertified / illegal Android Box products. Not only is it against the law, your safety isn’t assured and it could cause “frequency interference”.
Secondly, do not try to access the servers blocked by MCMC / MDTCA by any means whatsoever. Whether it’s by altering your DNS or using Virtual Private Networks (VPN), it is still illegal and you may find yourself charged by law.
Now that you’re aware of this, be a smart consumer and keep the ones you care about informed so they won’t find themselves on the wrong end of the law by accident.
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Lian Li PC-O11 Air chassis priced from $129 — more fans = more airflow = more performance!

There are just too many cases that focus excessively on aesthetics and not performance. With the Lian Li PC-O11 Air, the goal is to maximize the airflow in the capacious chassis. It sports the same multi-chamber design as the PC-O11 Dynamic and emphasizes on airflow instead of aesthetics. Where a tempered glass panel was is now home to meshed intakes.

The Lian Li PC-O11 Air is designed for watercooling enthusiasts with room for up to three 360mm radiators at the same time, with the front having room for 280mm/360mm radiators. A total of 12 120mm fans can be packed into the case for maximum airflow. With support for E-ATX motherboards, you can build some of the most powerful setups you can imagine.

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The case’s other features include an beginner-friendly build experience and cable management. There is also support for USB 3.1 Type-C (10 Gbps) for next-gen storage, as well as the traditional USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) ports in the front panel.

It will be offered in two variants, the Lian Li PC-O11 Air and Lian Li PC-O11 Air RGB. The latter includes 3 Lian Li BORA Lite RGB fans in addition to two standard 120mm fans that are also included with the basic PC-O11 Air. The PC-O11 Air is priced at $129, while the PC-O11 Air RGB is priced from $149.
Pokdepinion: For $20 more, the PC-O11 Air RGB is definitely the better deal here!
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Exploring the AI-Powered Customization Features in Android 14

At the recent Google I/O conference, generative AI stole the spotlight as Google unveiled a range of exciting customization features coming to Android 14. With powerful AI capabilities, Android users can look forward to an enhanced and personalized experience. From generative AI wallpapers to AI-driven messaging and expanded device tracking capabilities, let’s delve into the details of these innovative features.
Android 14 at Google I/O
Generative AI Wallpapers

Android 14 introduces generative AI wallpapers, offering users a unique and personalized wallpaper experience. Within the wallpaper settings menu, users can provide a prompt by typing out a theme and style they desire. Google’s text-to-image diffusion model will then create a series of distinct wallpapers based on the provided prompt. Initially exclusive to Pixel devices, this feature will be available as a Pixel-exclusive feature drop starting next month, allowing users to enjoy stunning and custom wallpapers.

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Magic Compose in Google Messages

The native Google Messages app receives an exciting update with Magic Compose. Leveraging generative AI, Magic Compose suggests AI-generated responses based on your conversations. Located next to the emoji menu in the message type box, this feature enables users to select a writing style, ranging from excited to Shakespearean, and tailor their messages to sound concise and professional for formal occasions. Magic Compose empowers users with AI-driven assistance, making communication more efficient and engaging.
Expanded Lock Screen Personalization

Android 14 introduces a host of personalization options for the lock screen. Users can now customize fonts, colors, clock size, and design elements to suit their preferences. Additionally, the two shortcut menus at the corners of the lock screen can be modified to provide quick access to the most relevant apps and features. This enhanced personalization allows users to create a lock screen tailored to their individual needs and style.
Emoji Options and Cinematic Wallpapers

Android 14 offers expanded emoji customization, allowing users to select up to 14 emojis and explore different patterns, colors, and size layouts. Additionally, the home and lock screen wallpapers are now interactive, responding to touches on the home screen. Moreover, Cinematic wallpapers enable users to choose photos from their library and add a parallax effect, creating a captivating three-dimensional visual experience as the device is tilted.
Enhanced Find My Device Capabilities
Find My Device receives a significant overhaul in Android 14. It now supports a wider range of devices from various manufacturers, even when offline, using Bluetooth proximity. This includes wireless accessories such as headphones, watches, and location trackers, as well as tablets and other devices. Find My Device can also detect the movement of nearby location trackers, assisting users in locating them with ease.
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Pokdepinion: With Android 14’s AI-powered customization features, users can expect a more personalized and engaging Android experience. From generative AI wallpapers and AI-driven messaging to expanded lock screen personalization and enhanced device tracking capabilities, it offers a wealth of exciting features that empower users to make their devices truly their own.
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HUAWEI Mate 30 smartphones contain no US components

While US companies are now clamoring to get their licenses to continue trading with HUAWEI, it seems that the Chinese tech giant has already weaned themselves off most of their US supply chain, with the HUAWEI Mate 30 not having a single US component in it.
This revelation was found by an analysis by UBS and Fomalhaut Techno Solutions, which took the HUAWEI Mate 30 apart and found no US parts in it.

With that said, HUAWEI has generally used chips from US-based Qualcomm for their mid-range smartphones rather than their flagships, as HUAWEI has been making their own flagship chipsets for quite some time already.

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Before the ban, HUAWEI used chips from Qorvo, Skyworks and Broadcom. Now they have resorted to chips from Murata, a Japanese company for the connectivity components in their smartphones, aside from using their own in-house HiSilicon parts.
Aside from their smartphones, HUAWEI has also reportedly stopped using US components for their 5G networking equipment. As countries like Germany and others continue to implement HUAWEI 5G hardware to accelerate their adoption of the new cellular standard, HUAWEI will be producing 5G base stations without any US components and software.
Pokdepinion: The ban may have hurt HUAWEI in the beginning, but it may turn around to bite HUAWEI’s US-based suppliers…
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Malaysia PSA: No Need to Use MySejahtera App at Petrol Pumps

As many of you may know by now, you are obligated to check in using the MySejahtera app or similar apps like SeLANGKAH for contract tracing purposes. However, there has been confusion as to whether the same rule applies when refueling your car at petrol pumps due to conflicting instructions. Now, we have the answer to clarify on the matter.
No Need to Use MySejahtera App at Petrol Pumps
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According to Defence Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob, there is no need to use the MySejahtera app when refueling your car or to simply make payments at the petrol pumps. This rule will only be applicable for those who make electronic payments at petrol pumps, such as using credit cards.

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If you are going into the convenience store, the surau, the bathrooms, or other facilities, you still have to use the MySejahtera app at the petrol stations. Alternatively, you can always write down your details there as well as it’s simply for contact tracing purposes.
Previously, there was conflicting instructions on whether individuals had to check in using the MySejahtera app regardless of whether they enter the convenience store or not. Many people feel that if they are simply at the petrol pump itself, it shouldn’t be a problem.
Failure to adhere to the rules will result in an RM1,000 fine. A viral audio clip has been going around social media, which alleges that a man’s father was fined RM1,000 due to not checking in at a petrol station using the app.
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Pokdepinion: Hope that alleviates your worries now. It was confusing for me for a while, and I can’t afford to face any fines right now.
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Fortnite Ranked Mode Release Date Confirmed: Epic Games Introduces Competitive Play

Fortnite players have been eagerly anticipating the arrival of the new ranked mode, and now Epic Games has officially confirmed the release date. In a recent blog post, Epic Games provided details about the upcoming competitive play, giving players a sneak peek into what to expect from this exciting addition to the game.
Fortnite Ranked Mode Launching May 16th

Epic Games has announced that Fortnite Ranked Mode will be released on Tuesday, May 16th, alongside the v24.40 update. Players can mark their calendars for this highly anticipated launch, but note that servers will be temporarily taken offline for maintenance before the update is implemented.

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Fortnite’s ranked play mode will offer players two options: standard battle royale or the popular zero build mode. In the zero build mode, players will not have the ability to build structures during gameplay. This adds a unique twist to the competitive experience, testing players’ skills in different ways.

The ranked mode will feature a progression system with various ranks to climb. The ranks span from Bronze to Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Elite, Champion, and Unreal. Bronze through Diamond will have three ranks each, while Elite, Champion, and Unreal will consist of one rank each. Players will strive to ascend through the ranks, starting from Bronze and progressing to higher tiers by achieving victories and demonstrating exceptional gameplay.
Season Zero Fortnite’s ranked mode will operate in a seasonal format, with the first season kicking off as ‘Season Zero.’ Epic Games has announced that Season Zero will run until the end of Chapter 4 Season 3. This offers players an opportunity to compete and establish their ranks within the defined season, with the possibility of future seasons introducing new challenges and rewards.
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Pokdepinion: Fortnite’s highly anticipated ranked mode is on the horizon, and Epic Games has now confirmed the official release date. As players eagerly await the launch, the details provided by Epic Games offer valuable insights into the ranked play experience. Choose your preferred mode, work your way up the ranks, and prove your worth in Season Zero. Get ready for an exciting new chapter in the game’s competitive landscape.
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Google Adds To The List Of Compatible Smartphones For Stadia

Back in November 2019, Google launched their Google Stadia, a game streaming platform that allows you to play AAA titles even from the comforts of your smartphone. Despite only being able to play on Pixel smartphones, it seems that Google has added a number of devices that’s compatible.

Starting from the 20th of February 2020, Stadia will be able to be played on several smartphones from ASUS, Razer, as well as Samsung. They’ve also revealed that Samsung’s latest Galaxy S20 family will also join in on the fun.
Here are the complete list of compatible devices (so far):

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Samsung Galaxy S8Samsung Galaxy S8+Samsung Galaxy S8 ActiveSamsung Galaxy Note8Samsung Galaxy S9Samsung Galaxy S9+Samsung Galaxy Note9Samsung Galaxy S10Samsung Galaxy S10ESamsung Galaxy S10+Samsung Galaxy Note10Samsung Galaxy Note10+Samsung Galaxy S20Samsung Galaxy S20+Samsung Galaxy S20 UltraRazer PhoneRazer Phone 2ASUS ROG Phone ASUS ROG Phone II
If you’re wondering on what exactly that you need for Google Stadia, you can always have a look at our previous article here.
Pokdepinion: Sure it’s nice to see that they’ve come up with more compatible devices, but the news doesn’t really affect us here in Malaysia since the service is not here.
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ASUS’ new Coffee Lake gaming lineup is here in Malaysia — the Zephyrus-M is a steal!

Intel’s 8th Generation Intel Core-H CPUs are a nice upgrade over the last generation, with 2 more cores and 4 more processing threads. ASUS didn’t wait around to release refreshes of their latest gaming laptops with the new hexa-core CPU, and even released a new variant of their unique ROG Zephyrus laptop, named the ROG Zephyrus-M.
New Models
ROG GM501 Zephyrus-M

Designed as a more affordable variant of the ROG GX501 Zephyrus, the ROG GM501 Zephyrus-M actually has a few extra tricks up its sleeves. For one, it supports 2.5″ SATA 3 drives, something which would enable cheaper bulk storage in the form of SSHDs or HDDs. It also offers two DDR4 SODIMM slots, allowing you to kit it with up to 32GB, versus the 24GB the GX501 is limited to. There is also the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Max-P GPU. Max-P stands for maximum performance, so you can expect serious graphics prowess, and more, from this laptop.

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Keeping the powerful hardware cool is the acclaimed Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) which is a standout feature of the GX501 Zephyrus, to keep the Zephyrus thinner when closed. The GM501 Zephyrus-M actually raises up higher than the original Zephyrus, which might mean even more effective cooling. This system creates 20% more space for air circulation for 32% more air flow.
ROG GM501 Zephyrus specifications and pricing

GM501G-SEI006T
GM501G-MEI011T

CPU
Intel Core i7 8750H (6C/12T @ up to 4.1 GHz)

RAM
16GB DDR4 2666 MHz

GPU
GeForce GTX 1070 Max-P 8GB GDDR5
GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5

Thermal Solution
Active Aerodynamic System, dual 12V fans

Storage
256GB NVMe PCIe SSD + 1TB SSHD

Display
15.6″ 1080p IPS-class 300 nits 144 Hz G-SYNC

Dimensions
384 x 262 x 17.5 ~ 19.9 mm

Weight
2.45 kg

Bundle
ROG Backpack + ROG Exclusive Stickers & Key Chain

Price
RM9299
RM7999

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TUF Gaming FX504

This is another new product from the ASUS’ bosoms. The TUF Gaming FX504 builds upon the ASUS FX503, offering gaming performance without the lofty price usually associated with gaming laptops. The styling has been amped up to signal its gaming ambitions. It comes in four configurations, with the highest of them featuring a GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB GDDR5.

The lower price point means that the TUF Gaming FX504 will be forgoing AURA SYNC RGBae goodness, but this chiclet keyboard offers Overstroke technology with 1.8mm of travel, for an experience just as good as you would get on ASUS’ other gaming laptops.
TUF Gaming FX504 Specifications and Pricing

FX504G-EE4071T
FX504G-DE4096T
FX504G-DE4092T
FX504G-DDM091T

CPU
Intel Core i7 8750H (6C/12T @ up to 4.1 GHz)
Intel Core i5 8300H (4C/8T @ up to 4 GHz)

RAM
4GB DDR4 2666 MHz

GPU
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB GDDR5
GeForce GTX 1050 4GB GDDR5

Thermal Solution
Dual 5V fans, anti-dust thermal tunnel

Storage
128GB NVMe PCIe SSD + 1TB SSHD
1TB SSHD

Display
15.6″ 1080p IPS-class 250 nit 60 Hz
15.6″ 1080p TN 200 nit 60 Hz

Dimensions
384 x 262 x 25 mm

Weight
2.3 kg

Bundle
ASUS Backpack

Price
RM4399
RM4199
RM3899
RM3299

Refreshed models
ROG Strix GL Series

ASUS’ potent upper-mid range gaming laptops, the ROG Strix GL series received a refresh, however the GL503 SCAR Edition is curiously missing out on the new CPUs. Instead, only the GL503 HERO Edition and 17.3″ GL703 SCAR Edition receives upgrades to the new CPUs. The GL503 HERO Edition also gets updated with the GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB GDDR5, instead of the GTX 1050 4GB GDDR5 in the Kaby Lake variant.
ROG Strix GL series Specifications and Pricing

GL703G-SE5026T
GL703G-ME5029T
GL703G-EEE035T
GL503G-EEN137T

CPU
Intel Core i7 8750H (6C/12T @ up to 4.1 GHz)

RAM
16GB DDR4 2666 MHz
8GB DDR4 2666 MHz
4GB DDR4 2666 MHz

GPU
GeForce GTX 1070 8GB GDDR5
GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5
GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB GDDR5

Thermal Solution
Triple fan (2 x 12V, 1 x 5V), Anti-Dust
Dual 12V fans, anti-dust

Storage
256GB NVMe PCIe SSD + 1TB SSHD
128GB NVMe PCIe SSD + 1TB SSHD

Display
17.3″ 1080p IPS-class 300 nits 144 Hz G-SYNC
17.3″ 1080p TN 300 nit 120 Hz
15.6″ 1080p TN 300 nit 120 Hz

Dimensions
412 x 274 x 24 mm
384 x 262 x 24 mm

Weight
2.95 kg
2.6 kg

Bundle
ROG Backpack + ROG Exclusive Stickers & Key Chain

Price
RM8799
RM6999
RM5299
RM4899

ROG GX501 Zephyrus

A refresh for the ROG GX501 Zephyrus is definitely necessary, as it is still the thinnest laptop in the world to sport a GeForce GTX 1080 Max-Q. While the ROG GM501 Zephyrus-M may seem like the better pick, those who value portability will still prefer the ROG GX501 Zephyrus. It’s slightly narrower, thinner and lighter than the ROG GM501 Zephyrus-M, making it still the better option for gamers who are frequently on the go.
ROG GX501 Zephyrus Specifications and Pricing

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CPU
Intel Core i7 8750H (6C/12T @ up to 4.1 GHz)

RAM
24GB (8GB on-board + 16GB SODIMM) 2666 MHz DDR4

GPU
GeForce GTX 1080 Max-Q 8GB GDDR5X

Thermal solution
Active Aerodynamic System (AAS)

Storage
1TB NVMe PCIe SSD

Display
15.6″ 1080p IPS-class 300 nits 144 Hz G-SYNC

Dimensions
379 x 262 x 16.9 ~ 17.9 mm

Weight
2.26 kg

Bundle
ROG Sleeve, Headset, Mouse

Price
RM15 999

ROG G703

A laptop to replace your desktop, the ROG G703 features a whopping 8 heatpipes to keep the overclockable Intel Core i9 8950HK cool. A major upgrade versus the ROG G703 featuring the last generation i7 7820HK is the new display, which features a 1080p resolution and 144 Hz G-SYNC support. This display makes a lot more sense for a GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GDDR5X-packing laptop, as it offers fluid tear-free gaming. Nobody wants a super-sharp 4K display that runs at just 60 Hz for gaming. To keep up with the rest of the hardware, the storage is configured in a RAID 0 configuration, capable of speeds of up to 8700MB/s. To satisfy the RGBae aficionados, the per-key AURA RGB keyboard can be synchronized with an array of AURA SYNC-capable peripherals.
ROG G703 Specifications and Pricing

G703G-IE5095T

CPU
Intel Core i9 8950HK (6C/12T @ up to 4.8 GHz, unlocked multiplier)

RAM
32GB DDR4 2666 MHz (16GB x 2)

GPU
GeForce GTX 1080 8GB GDDR5X

Thermal Solution
Anti-Dust Cooling, 12V fans, 8-heatpipe cooling system

Storage
2 x 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD (RAID 0) + 2TB SSHD

Display
17.3″ 1080p IPS-class 144 Hz G-SYNC

Dimensions
425 x 319 x 51 mm

Weight
4.7 kg

Bundle
ROG backpack, headset, mouse

Price
RM19 999

Extra!
Two thumbs up?
Remember the rather affordable ASUS ZenBook 13? Well we saw it in person, and it definitely looks better than it did in the official photos! The ASUS ZenBook 13’s lustrous blue color is such a turn on, and while it lacked the gold chamfered edges of the ZenBook 3 Deluxe, it still looks very sexy!

The super-glossy lid features the signature Zen concentric circle finishing, and the same deep blue color. To imagine that this sexy little thing packs a GeForce MX150 and eight-threaded CPU is definitely mind-bending, and we really can’t wait to get our hands on one — and smudge up that glossy finish!
You can even use it as a mirror!
Pokdepinion: The Zephyrus-M is a nice step forward, despite being both heavier and thicker than the original Zephyrus. Can’t wait to see it go head-to-head against the refreshed Zephyrus!
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HUAWEI Watch D coming with blood pressure measurement capability

Heart rate monitoring is a pretty common feature nowadays, with some smartwatches even offering ECG capabilities. While that’s a pretty good way to gauge your fitness, a lot of people suffer from hypertension, and smartwatches that can measure your blood pressure are actually surprisingly rare. Well, HUAWEI seems to have noticed that and they are working on the HUAWEI Watch D.
HUAWEI Watch D: watch your blood pressure

Blood pressure monitoring via optical sensors is not exactly a new technology, but it is still rarer than the usual heart rate monitoring due to it being more complex. However if properly implemented, it is reportedly up to 95% accurate, which is good enough for something that’s on your wrist at all times. A quick blood pressure check from your smartwatch will be infinitely more convenient than putting on the cuff for a regular blood pressure measurement.

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The HUAWEI Watch D has apparently been long in the making, with it expected to arrive in markets by late December 2021. The overall design appears to be a throwback to earlier smartwatch designs, with a chunky rectangular case, but it might appeal to its target demographic of more mature individuals, especially since the rectangular frame allows for a larger screen.

China’s Drug Administration body has apparently certified the HUAWEI Watch D as a Class II medical device, which should indicate its accuracy at taking your blood pressure measurements. As with most of these wearable medical devices, their certification in other regions may take some time, but at least we know that the hardware under the hood is capable enough to pass muster in China.
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Pokdepinion: Being able to monitor your blood pressure at all times is definitely a great reason to get this, especially if you are already suffering from hypertension. Not sure why it isn’t called the HUAWEI Watch BP though.
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honor 8X Red Edition Coming This 7th November 2018

honor Malaysia has revealed that they will be bringing in the new honor 8X Red Edition to our shores here in Malaysia. The new color variant joins the already available Black and Blue variant.
honor 8X Red Edition Coming Soon In Malaysia

The honor 8X has the honor (no pun intended) on being the company’s best-selling smartphone in the country. With that said, honor is bringing out a new color option in the form of the red edition for consumers to choose from.

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honor 8X Red Edition comes with the same features and with the same competitive price. It is available on hihonor, Shopee, Lazada, 11street, as well as selected retail outlets at a RM949 price tag.
For those who would like to get the device earlier, you can opt to purchase the phone through the internet, where you can do so from 7th November onwards and you might want to be quick as they are limited as there are only 500 units of the honor 8X Red Edition that’s available for sale online.
If you would rather purchase it at stores, you can get it in selected retail outlets starting 10th November 2018.
The honor 8X packs a Kirin 710 SoC, 3750mAh battery, as well as a dual-lens 20MP+2MP rear camera that boasts a modern AI Camera Technology.
For more information on the honor 8X, you can check out our previous post on the device here.
Pokdepinion: Well ever since the launch, I’ve always fancied the red variant over the rest. If you’ve been planning to get it but haven’t done so, you might as well get the red option.
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ASUS Malaysia Announces MARS 760 Graphics Card Priced at RM 2,549
ROG’s groundbreaking dual-GPU card is 20% cooler, vastly quieter and has two GeForce GTX 760s to deliver gaming performance up to 14% faster than GTX Titan

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (12th December, 2013) — ASUS Malaysia today announced the immediate availability of the MARS 760, a graphics card that features two GeForce® GTX 760 graphics-processing units (GPUs) for the ultimate gaming performance.
MARS 760 outpaces even GeForce GTX Titan — with game performance that’s up to 14% faster overall. Compared with GeForce GTX Titan, MARS 760 runs Bioshock Infinite 6% faster and increases the performance of both Crysis 3 and Tomb Raider by a remarkable 14%.
MARS 760 is a two-slot card that’s packed with many exclusive ASUS technologies including DirectCU II for 20%-cooler and vastly quieter operation, DIGI+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) for ultra-stable power delivery and GPU Tweak, an easy-to-use utility that lets users push the two GTX 760 GPUs to extremes — easily and safely. An attention-grabbing LED even illuminates as MARS 760 works.
Combined with 4GB of GDDR5 video memory MARS 760 pumps visuals with incredibly high frame rates and no stutter, ensuring extremely smooth gameplay — even at very high resolutions, such as 2560×1600.
Cool, quiet, stable, durable — and truly gorgeous
Exclusive DirectCU II technology puts 8 highly-conductive copper cooling pipes in direct contact with both GPUs. Thesepipes provide extremely efficient cooling — MARS 760 runs 20% cooler and vastly quieter than reference GeForce GTX 690 cards. Dual 90mm dust-proof fans provide six times (6X) greater airflow than reference design.
MARS 760 is equipped with ROG’s acclaimed DIGI+ voltage-regulation module (VRM), featuring a 12-phase power design that reduces power noise by 30% and enhances efficiency by 15%. It also widens voltage-modulation tolerance and improves overall stability and longevity — by two-and-a-half times (2.5X) above reference. Japanese-made black metallic capacitors offer 20%-better temperature endurance for a lifespan that’s up to five times (5X) longer. The new card is also built with extremely heard-wearing polymerized organic-semiconductor capacitors (POSCAPs) and has an aluminum backplate, further lowering power noise, increasing durability, enhancing overclocking possibilities and improving stability.
MARS 760 even looks great, with a gorgeous LED light that glows a glorious red and pulsates majestically when MARS 760 is active — a stunning reminder of awesome power at work.
Easy tuning for awesome game performance
MARS 760 lets users push the two GTX 760 GPUs even further, with GPU Tweak — an exclusive tuning tool that allows quick, simple and safe control over video-memory clock speeds and voltages, cooling-fan speeds and power-consumption thresholds.
As well, the GPU Tweak Streaming tool lets users share on-screen action over the internet in real time — so others can watch live as games are played. It’s even possible to add a title to the streaming window along with scrolling text, pictures and webcam images.
Availability & Pricing
MARS 760 is now available locally with a Suggested Retail Price of RM 2,549.

MARS760-4GD5

NVIDIA GeForce® GTX™ 760 x 2
PCI Express® 3.0
4096 MB GDDR5 memory
1006 MHz (1072 MHz boosted) core speed
6004 MHz (1501 MHz GDDR5) memory clock
512-bit memory interface
4096 x 2160 digital maximum resolution
2 x dual-link DVI-I output
1 x dual-link DVI-D output
1 x Mini DisplayPort output
HDMI output (via dongle)

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HONOR MagicBook 14 8GB+256GB Now At A Lower RM2,299 Price Tag

The folks at HONOR Malaysia has today announced of a new price for their HONOR MagicBook 14 8GB+256GB variant, where you can get it now at a lower price of RM2,299.
HONOR MagicBook 14 new Malaysian price

As you might recall, the HONOR MagicBook 14 was released back in July 2020 for the price of RM2,499 and eventually sold out during its first wave of pre-orders.
Weighing in at 1.38kg, the HONOR MagicBook 14 is powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 3500U processor and AMD Radeon Vega 8 graphics. It comes with 8GB DDR4 RAM as well as 256GB of Samsung PM981 PCIe 3.0 NVMe SSD.

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Aside from that, it comes with a 14-inch FHD display and 56WHr battery which you can charge with its 65W USB-C charger.
Interested in learning more? Do check out our full hands-on HONOR MagicBook 14 review right here.
Pokdepinion: I mean, who wouldn’tt like price drops, right? Well that’s unless if you’ve bought it beforehand..
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unifi App Now Available On Android And iPhone

It seems that unifi has created a new mobile app in the form of [email protected] which is available for both Android and iPhone users, offering flexibility to manage your account.
unifi [email protected] App

With the new app, you can manage your unifi accounts, where previously it can only be done via their website. When you’ve installed the app, there will be some basic introductions on what the app offer.

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You can use the app to have Live Chat with unifi if you have any issues or any inquiries about the service. Besides that, it comes in quite handy if you totally forgot on whether did you paid your bill already or not. You can use the app to have a look back at your payment history with it.
Not to forget, you can use it to make your bill payments, making it less of a hassle. With a few simple clicks, then it’s done.
Source: Lowyat
Pokdepinion: Guess it comes as a benefit towards their users. I’m sure unifi users will have loads of questions regarding on their service.
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GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review — Speed On The Go

We’ll be looking at GIGABYTE’s new external SSD offering in this GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit review. Curious on how it performs? Let’s get straight into it.
Unboxing

GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Packaging (front)

GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Packaging (back)

The GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit comes in a rather big white box, with some of the most noteworthy features being listed on the rear.

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GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Unboxing
There’s two options for the kit, with ours being the one that comes with the USB 3.2 2×2 PCIe expansion card. Here are the items that you can expect to find inside the box:

The VISION DRIVE 1TB SSD itself
Pouch
Documentations
USB 3.2 2×2 PCIe expansion card
USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable
USB Type-C to USB Type-A cable

Appearance
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Front
As you can see here, the drive comes in a white enclosure and it’s is pretty big for an external SSD. Other than that, there the VISION branding on the bottom right.
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Bottom
On the bottom, there are 4 rubber grips on each corner which will reveal the screws that hold the enclosure in tact if you pull them out. There’s also a mesh beneath and the sides which helps with airflow too.
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – USB 3.2 Gen2x2
With our unit being the Upgrade Kit, it comes with a USB 3.2 2×2 PCIe expansion card, which is what sets it apart from the standard package.
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Specifications

Capacity:
1TB (953GB usable)

Interface:
USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (20Gbps)

NAND Type:
3D TLC NAND Flash

DRAM Cache:
1GB

Controller:
Phison E12

Rated speed:
Sequential:
Read: Up to 2000MB/s Write: Up to 2000MB/s

Endurance:
MIL-STD-810G

Dimensions:
115 x 72 x 20mm

Warranty:
5-years

Test System
Here’s the setup that we had to benchmark the GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit. Do note that we’ve used the upgrade kit seeing how that is what makes the variant special.

CPU:
Intel Core i9-10900K @ 5.1GHz

Motherboard:
GIGABYTE Z490 AORUS MASTER

Memory:
2 x 8GB T-Force Extreem ARGB

Storage:
120GB Kingston UV400 SATA SSD
960GB Kingston UV500 SATA SSD
1TB Kingston KC2500 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
1TB Seagate FireCuda SSHD

Power Supply:
Cooler Master V1200 Platinum

Monitor:
BenQ EL2870U

GPU Driver:
NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Drivers 457.40

Performance
Synthetic
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – CrystalDiskMark
Here on CrystalDiskMark, we see that the GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB post sequential read and write speeds are actually higher than what the company has advertised, which is a good thing.
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Anvil’s Storage
Heading over to Anvil’s Storage Utilities, the external SSD scored rather decently as you can see here.
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – AS SSD
In AS SSD, we found that the SSD scored higher sequential speeds. Aside from that, it’s not the fastest when it comes to 4K random speeds but then again, not everyone needs fast speeds for that on the go.
Real World
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Game loading (FF XIV Stormblood)
Here we check how the SSD performs when loading a game, in this case Final Fantasy XIV Stormblood, and it was rather impressive compared to the rest of the storage devices listed.
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – File transfer
The GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE is one of the faster SSDs that we’ve tried when it comes to file transfers, especially for an external one.
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Cost per GB
As you can see here, the cost for 1GB is roughly 90 sens (in RM). While that’s not the highest that we’ve seen, it’s definitely not the lowest either. Do note that the lower the number in the chart is, the better.
User Experience
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Carrying pouch
If you are worried that you’d have to install any software to use the external storage, worry no longer. You can simply plug it in and instantly use the GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE just like that.
Though the case is actually quite big for an external SSD, the pouch that’s included in the package makes it easy for you to carry it around. The SSD is still smaller than an external HDD however. With its pouch, you can easily store the cables that’s provided as well.
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Heat sink
From our usage of the VISION DRIVE, it is actually one of the coolest external SSDs that we’ve tested, thermally speaking. The secret to it is that it comes with a nanocarbon coated aluminum heatsink and thermal conductivity pads, which we are impressed with. The Upgrade Kit allows you to use it with pretty much any desktop PC, offering you flexibility, should you need it. It is also plug-and-play, so you can use it right away.
Conclusion
GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit Review – Verdict
While I do find the asking price for the GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit (RM900) a bit high, I do see certain people like content creators that would appreciate the speed that it offers. If you’re one of those who needs a fast storage option, this is definitely a good option for you to consider to transfer a lot of video / images around. Additionally, if you are indeed getting the SSD, I think you’d be better off buying the Upgrade Kit instead of the base version of the VISION DRIVE as the price difference is only RM50.
Our thanks to GIGABYTE Malaysia for sending us the GIGABYTE VISION DRIVE 1TB Upgrade Kit for review.
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Ghost of Tsushima Now Available For Pre-order From RM249

We’ve covered previously on the release date of Ghost of Tsushima, a PS4 exclusive title made by Sucker Punch. Now SIES (Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore) has revealed that the game is now available for pre-orders.
Ghost of Tsushima pre-order now available
Ghost of Tsushima Omamori key holder
SIES has stated that every physical pre-order of the game will get you a special Ghost of Tsushima Omamori key holder along with it, while stocks last.
For the physical edition, there’s two editions; Standard and the Collector’s Edition. The former will come with the game’s Digital Mini Soundtrack, Jin Dynamic Theme, as well as the Jin avatar.

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Ghost of Tsushima Collector’s Edition
The Collector’s Edition offers all three of those plus a Sakai Mask with stand, Cloth Map, Sashimono, Furoshiki, SteelBook Case, 48-page Mini Art Book by Dark Horse, 1 Technique Point, Charm of Hachiman’s Faor, Hero of Tsushima Skin Set, Director’s Commentary, and Ghost of Tsushima Dynamic Theme.
If you prefer to buy the game digitally, there’s the Standard Edition which gets you the same package as the physical version.
Ghost of Tsushima Digital Deluxe
Then there’s the Digital Deluxe version of the game which comes with the game, 1 Technique Point, Charm of Hachiman’s Favour, Hero of Tsushima Skin Set, Digital Mini Art Book by Dark Horse, Director’s Commentary, and the Ghost of Tsushima Samurai Dynamic Theme.
You can check all the prices below:
Ghost of Tsushima (Physical) Standard Edition – RM249Ghost of Tsushima (Digital) Standard Edition – RM249Ghost of Tsushima (Digital) Deluxe Edition – RM299Ghost of Tsushima Collector’s Edition – RM859
Do check up PlayStation Asia for more updates.
Pokdepinion: I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait to play the game!
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HONOR 9X Pro will be sold online this 17th April on HiHONOR

The HONOR 9X Pro was supposed to be offered in HONOR Experience Stores (HES) on 17th April, but as the Restricted Movement Order (RMO) was extended, the first sales has been moved online instead. The date is still the same, and you will be able to get the HONOR 9X Pro from HiHONOR starting 12am on 17th April.
While HONOR Malaysia has changed the sales channel, they have not changed the freebies though. When you get the HONOR 9X Pro, you will also receive a free HONOR Band 5i worth RM119 along with 50GB of HUAWEI Cloud Storage, valid for 3 months. During this period, HONOR will still be offering the 1-to-1 Service Assistance should you need any help with your new device.

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The HONOR 9X Pro is HONOR’s first smartphone to feature HMS at its core, instead of GMS, and offers a strong set of specifications for its price.
HONOR 9X Pro Specs

Kirin 810, octa-core @ 2.27 GHz, 7nm FinFET
6GB LPDDR4X
256GB UFS 2.1 storage (support microSD up to 512GB)
6.59″ FHD+ IPS LCD display, HONOR FullView Display
48MP f/1.8 + 8MP f/2.4 ultra-wide + 2MP depth sensor
16MP f/2.2 selfie camera, popup camera
4000 mAh battery
RM999

Don’t forget to head on over to HiHONOR this Friday!
Pokdepinion: Well I was quite curious as to why the HONOR 9X Pro was not offered online like the other products launch together with it, but hey, now it is.
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