Computex 2017 MSI Booth Quick Tour; Our final wrap-up of Computex 2017 in a short video

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We went to Computex 2017 and this is a short video of tour around MSI happenings. Included Press Conference and Display Booth area. We give some close up shots of the Titan Series, Raider Series and the Stealth Pro Series along with their latest X299 and X399 motherboards, latest Nvidia 10-series GPUs, AiO, Complete builds, custom mods, IoT Terminals, and loads more!
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How to Setup Steam Family Library Sharing With Ease

One of the most useful features Valve created for their digital storefront is the Steam Family Library Sharing. It basically lets other people play the games that are on your account without the need to access the account. They can use their account to play those games and it won’t interfere with your own game progress as they’re playing with their own account. However, the steps to take for it may seem a bit confusing, and that’s why we’re here to help.
How to Setup Steam Family Library Sharing
Steam Family Library Sharing – Giving access
There are two ways to setup Steam Family Library Sharing; one as the owner of the account giving people access to the library and the other as the “borrower” who is requesting to share games. We’ll go through each side one-by-one.

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Giving Access to Games In Your Steam Account

On the PC that you want your games to be shared with, log into your Steam account. You can do this in person or remotely.
Ensure that Steam Guard is enabled (Steam > Settings > Account).
Select the Family tab in the Steam Settings panel and select the users to share your library with. It will only contain users who have logged into the same PC.
Select “Authorize Library Sharing on this Computer”.
Tick the box next to the account you’d like to share your games library with.

Requesting Access to Games in Other People’s Steam Account
Steam Family Library Sharing – Requesting access

Ensure that Steam Guard is enabled (Steam > Settings > Account).
When clicking on a game in your library, you can see games owned by other Steam accounts that use the same PC. Simply play that game to request access to that library.
The owner will then receive an email with a link. They will have to click on that to approve the request.

And that’s all you need to know. It’s really that simple, and you can visit the “Family” tab in Settings to manage it. You can remove access either in person or remotely if you wish using the Steam software via the Manage Family Library Sharing section.
Limitations of Steam Family Library Sharing

While the idea sounds really good, it doesn’t act as if you actually purchased the game. As such, there are some limitations that you should take note of when you’re playing a shared game as the “borrower”.

Both the borrower and owner cannot play the same game at the same time unless both of you own the game.
If the owner suddenly starts up the game that a borrower is playing, the borrower will automatically be kicked out of the game in 10 minutes.
While many games do allow the use of the feature, not every game can be shared.

Now that you have this newfound information, go and enjoy yourself. Just remember to use this feature responsibly. If it ever gets abused, we wouldn’t be surprised to Valve remove the feature in the future.
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AMD FreeSync 2 support coming to Xbox One S and One X — console gamers can soon enjoy fluid tear-free gaming too!

FreeSync is AMD’s adaptive refresh rate technology which synchronizes the display’s refresh rate to the framerate outputted by Radeon graphics cards. As you may know, the CPUs and GPUs powering the Microsoft Xbox One S and One X as well as Sony’s PS4 and PS4 Pro. So what’s stopping the console makers from implementing FreeSync too for a smoother gaming experience?
The Acer KG251Q is an affordable FreeSync-capable display!
Well, Microsoft is bringing it to their Xbox One S and Xbox One X consoles. FreeSync works independently of games, so gamers need not wait on updates to their favorite titles to enjoy it. It will work with any existing or upcoming FreeSync displays, with more than 240 displays already available on the market. FreeSync displays are also often cheaper than those with support for NVIDIA’s G-SYNC technology, which will probably not see any adoption from the console market.

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And even more interestingly, the Xbox One S and One X will be featuring FreeSync 2, enabling HDR for better image quality while also delivering the fluid, stutter-free gaming experience possible via a synchronized refresh rate. All you will need to do is enable FreeSync in the console’s menu with a FreeSync-capable display connected over HDMI to enjoy the free upgrade in your gaming experience!
The update for FreeSync on the Xbox One S and One X will arrive this Spring 2018, with the option offered to gamers participating in the Xbox Insider Alpha Ring next week.
Pokdepinion: I wonder if we will see Sony enable FreeSync on the PS4 consoles too? This makes console gaming all the more attractive, considering the insane prices of GPUs right now.
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Instagram Launches #MonthOfGood — Their First Ever Ramadan Campaign

With the holy month of Ramadan starting just today, the people from Instagram has announced of their first ever Ramadan campaign, #MonthOfGood. The campaign calls out on the global community to celebrate and share kindness on the platform.
As you’d expect, they hope that during the fasting month, Instagram users to show acts of kindness, whether it being as simple as posting positive comments on friends’ or colleagues social channel, to thanking friends and family for ‘iftar’ or ‘sahur’.
In addition to that, they have also launched a new camera affect to celebrate the occasion which is called ‘Lantern’. It features subtle bokeh effect and crescent shapes inspired by the ornamental arabesque design style. The effect is multi-layered and users can tap the screen to move to a traditional crescent design effect and then have the option of English or Arabic Ramadan greetings.

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In countries where Ramadan is a key celebration, words associated with kindness and good deeds, such as charity, donating, and generosity increased significantly during the holy month in 2018. In Malaysia, posts containing the word ‘generosity’ increased over 30%.
To build on the behavior, Instagram is encouraging for the community to share moments of kindness and celebration by using the new camera affect and tagging their content with the #MonthOfGood.
Pokdepinion: Nah, I don’t fancy the idea of doing good deeds and posting it on social media… Why don’t we do it every day, excluding the attention, right? Oh and by the way guys, happy fasting during the whole month :)
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Xiaomi Mi Max 3, POCOPHONE F1 Armored Edition and Mi Band 3 launched at the new Sunway Pyramid Mi Store!

The much anticipated gargantuan Xiaomi Mi Max 3 is now in Malaysia, with a small launch event at the also newly launched Mi Store @ Sunway Pyramid. Also launched today was the Kevlar-clad POCOPHONE F1 Armored Edition and the new Mi Band 3 fitness band.
Mi Max 3

The Mi Max 3 main selling point is its huge 6.9″ 18:9 display that offers a 85.19% screen-to-body ratio. The large screen is also paired with an equally colossal 5500 mAh battery that supports Quick Charge 3.0 and parallel charging for fast and efficient charging. The Mi Max 3 will be shipped with a 18W charger that can charge 71% of the massive battery in just 1 hour.

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The huge battery can also charge other devices with a respectable 5V/1.2A output. Despite the sizeable battery in the Mi Max 3, Xiaomi managed to keep the Mi Max 3’s waistline to a minimal 8mm, which is really thin especially when you take into perspective the overall size of the device. The 12MP + 5MP rear camera setup protrudes slightly from the body, marring what will otherwise be a perfect flat slab of aluminium. For those interested, it’s the same camera setup from the Redmi Note 5 and POCOPHONE F1, so it should deliver some impressive shots.

While performance isn’t the main focus of the Mi Max 3, the Snapdragon 636 inside is no slouch either. There is 4GB RAM and 64GB storage built in, with support for microSD cards. Priced at RM1099, the Mi Max 3 is surely a great option for those who need/want a huge display.
Mi Band 3

The Mi Band 3 is the successor of the uber-affordable Mi Band 2, with a much bigger 0.78″ OLED screen. But that’s not all that’s new. The Mi Band 3 brings 5 ATM water resistance to allow you to use it even when swimming. Also new is the built-in stopwatch and a phone locating function. Priced at RM129, it is priced exactly the same as the Mi Band when it was launched, but comes with more features. It looks a lot more polished around the edges (literally), with a button that’s more discreet now.

POCOPHONE F1 Armored Edition

Finally! The POCOPHONE F1 Armored Edition is here in Malaysia! Probably one of very few Kevlar-clad smartphones, and definitely the most affordable one in existence, the POCOPHONE F1 Armored Edition is priced at RM1599. The specifications are pretty familiar, with a Snapdragon 845, 6GB RAM, 128GB storage and a big 4000 mAh battery under its Kevlar back, instead of the polycarbonate unibody of the standard variants.

There is no difference at all aside from the new Kevlar back, so if you are feeling very cheapskate, you can actually opt for the slightly cheaper black POCOPHONE F1 and slap on a skin and no one will be the wiser. But who can say no to Kevlar on a smartphone, right?

So that’s it for the launch of three new devices from Xiaomi as well as their new store in Sunway Pyramid! If you are in the area, do drop by to see what Xiaomi has to offer!
Pokdepinion: I think the Mi Band 3 is a nice upgrade over the Mi Band 2, but whether it’s worth paying 50% more is still up for debate.
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Razer Debuts Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed With Dual-Mode Wireless Capabilities

Razer has just announced its latest TWS earbuds, the Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed: aside from the standard Bluetooth connectivity like virtually all wireless earbuds, the Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed also comes with a USB-C wireless dongle that can be connected to any gaming-capable device to deliver audio at lower latency through 2.4GHz wireless.
This pair features a 10mm drivers and a fairly standard 20 – 20,000Hz frequency response; as for latency figures, Razer is touting as low as 60ms on Bluetooth mode which they claim is significantly lower than competing TWS solutions, whereas the HyperSpeed dongle will further slash that number down to just 40 milliseconds. There’s the added level of convenience of plug-and-play with the dongle, too.

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Meanwhile, the ANC features 10 levels of noise suppression which is adjustable in Razer Audio app, alternatively the ANC can be turned on, off or switch to ambient mode independently outside the app by tapping on the earbuds. The charging comes in two ways – Qi wireless charging and wired USB-C charging, both of which can provide up to 24 hours of additional battery life to the case itself, or 30 hours combined.
There’s also the Do-Not-Disturb mode that suppresses Bluetooth notifications during gaming sessions; and Razer Chroma RGB unsurprisingly is a feature for this pair of earbuds too – though it’ll cost you some battery life. It’s also IPX4 rated, in case your gaming sessions get rather sweaty. Razer’s pricing for the Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed is RM999 – which are now available worldwide.
Pokdepinion: That price is gonna need some seriously impressive audio and latency to make it worthwhile.
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nubia Announce Their Red Magic 3 Will Get A Snapdragon 855+ Version

Since the announcement of the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+,  there’s been a handful of Chinese companies that gave hints that they will launch a new phone with the new chipset packed inside and one of them is apparently nubia. They have revealed that they will release a new edition of their Red Magic 3 gaming smartphone which will be powered by it.

The news was revealed at Weibo, where it says “Coming Soon”, where it also showcase the new Snapdragon 855+ chip that accompanied with the name “Red Magic 3”. Despite the news, it’s unconfirmed on whether the new version will replace the older Snapdragon 855 variant or they will both be on the market together.

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nubia Red Magic 3 is the world’s first smartphone to come with a built-in cooling fan. The original Red Magic 3 came in with a couple of configurations, where the base offers 6GB RAM that’s coupled with 64GB of internal storage where else the highest of them being 12GB RAM paired with 256GB.
nubia Red Magic 3 (Snapdragon 855+) Specifications

Snapdragon 855+
Up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM
Up to 256GB UFS 2.1 storage
6.65″ FHD+ AMOLED display, 90 Hz refresh rate, 240 Hz touch polling, DC dimming
48MP f/1.7 Sony IMX 586 camera, 1920fps slow-mo, 8K video
16MP f/2.0 selfie camera
Redmagic OS 2.0 based on Android 9.0
5000 mAh battery, 27W USB Power Delivery charging

While it’s not confirmed that the phone will make its way here to Malaysia, we should see it since the previous version made it to our shores. Pricing of the gaming smartphone is also yet to be confirmed.
Pokdepinion: A contender for the ROG Phone 2?
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Facebook, Instagram and Whatsapp are down

If you are on Facebook and you can’t see images on your feed or in Messenger, you are not alone. The issue is pretty widespread, with all of Facebook’s services affected by the issue. That includes Instagram, Whatsapp and of course, Facebook and Messenger.

Users are reporting issues with the newsfeed in Instagram, sending and receiving images in both Facebook and Messenger. Just like the screenshot we have here, the newsfeed is also problematic with no images loading.

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The problem started at around 9.49 pm (Malaysian Time) with no resolution in sight yet. Do share with us if you are having any issues with Facebook’s services, or if your problem has resolved.
Pokdepinion: Facebook going down is like losing the internet… /jk
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Lenovo Announces Latest Legion 7 Series Gaming Laptops

Lenovo recently unveiled its latest generation of gaming laptops the Legion 7i and Legion 7 (16″, 7) portable laptops, as well as the thin and light Lenovo Legion Slim 7 and Legion 7i (16″, 7) laptops.
The new Lenovo Legion 7 series laptops have the highest battery capacity on a 16-inch gaming laptop and are also the first 16-inch gaming laptops with FHD webcams for improved streaming and the first WQXGA (2560×1600) gaming laptops. The minimalist design, long battery life, and whisper-quiet artificial intelligence (A.I.) optimized thermals of the Windows 11 laptops are designed for consumers who value performance and mobility.
Legion 7i and Legion 7

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The Legion 7i and Legion 7 (16″, 7) gaming laptops are designed for gamers who need the best performance possible. The sleek and modest sports-tuned design of the laptops includes a redesigned hinge and I/O dashboard.
The new Legion 7i and 7 laptops are made of aluminum and magnesium aerospace-grade metal and have a CNC metal trim that is subtle and minimalist in its display of unbridled power. An RGB system with keyboard and trim effects that sync up with the content presented on its screen.
The Legion TrueStrike keyboard also has curved keys with deeper travel than the previous model. With the new WASD Force Sensor Technology and optional swappable keys, players may speed up their in-game character as they apply more force to the keys.
The Legion 7i and Legion 7 feature the latest graphics, CPUs, and storage in a 2.5kg chassis that is visually slimmer than the previous generation and as thin as 19mm. With a battery of 99.99Whr and up to 135Whr USB Type-C fast charging, this strong machine offers a substantial range as well.
The laptops are built with a 16-inch WQXGA display and a larger 16:10 aspect ratio, up to 1,250 nits peak brightness, full DCI-P3 calibrated colour space coverage, high dynamic range, and TÜV eye-safe certification. Gamers can select from three-panel configurations with customizable refresh rates of up to 240Hz (165Hz standard) for everyday use, smoother eSports gameplay where every frame counts, or cinematic images with stunning colour precision. Tobii Horizon software which provides a more immersive gaming experience, and Tobii Aware which employs smart sensor technology to assist improve users’ security, privacy, and welfare, are also included in the new Legion 7i and Legion 7 laptops.
The Legion 7i and Legion 7 are all optimized for peak performance by the Lenovo Legion A.I. Engine 2.0. This A.I. engine can predict fan curves, and balance GPU and CPU resource output in real time to give the optimal performance for each game. Its A.I. calibration can intelligently boost the Lenovo Legion Coldfront 4.0 thermal system to cool down the GPU and CPU, while the laptop’s vapour chamber technology tests the boundaries of desktop-level performance CPUs, with up to 115W of thermal capacity without throttling. The thermals also have 67% thinner fan blades than the previous generation for better airflow, a phase-change thermal compound covering for faster heat transfer, a greater surface area, and sub-keyboard intake vents.
The Legion 7i (16″) with Intel Core processor is priced at $2,449 and will be available starting May 2022. The Legion 7 (16″) AMD Advantage Edition with AMD Ryzen processor is priced at $2,059 and will be available in June 2022.
Legion 7i and Legion 7 Specification

Lenovo Legion 7i
Lenovo Legion 7

Processor
12th Generation Intel Core i9-12900HX
or
12th Generation Intel Core i7-12800HX
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX Processor
or
AMD Ryzen 7 6800H Processor

RAM
4800 MHz DDR5: 16 GB (2 X 8 GB) / 32 GB (2 X 16GB)
OC Memory optional: 5600 MHz 32GB (16GB)
4800 MHz DDR5: 16 GB (2 X 8 GB) / 32 GB (2 X 16GB)

Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU with16 GB GDDR6(175W TGP, Listed Boost Clock: 1590 Mhz)
or
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU with 8 GB GDDR6 (125W TGP, Listed Boost Clock: 1485 Mhz)Max-Q Technologies: Advanced Optimus, Optimal Playable Settings, Rapid Core Scaling, CPU Optimizer, Dynamic Boost, DLSS, and Resizable BAR
AMD Radeon RX6850M XT Graphics 12GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 2 architecture (Up to 2275 MHz Game Clock)
or
AMD Radeon RX6700M Graphics 10GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 2 architecture (Up to 2300 MHz Game Clock)

Storage
PCIe SSD (Gen 4): 512 GB / 1 TB / 2 TB

Connectivity
(2x) Thunderbolt 4 (USB 4, DisplayPort 1.4)
(1x) USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
(1x) E-Shutter Switch
(1x) Audio Combo Jack
(2x) USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (1 x Always-On 5V)
(1x) USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort 1.4, up to 135W Power Delivery)
(1x) HDMI 2.1
(1x) RJ45 Ethernet (2.5G)
(1x) DC-In
Wireless
Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690i Dual Radio
Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1650 (2×2)
2×2 Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 ax)
(2x) USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort 1.4)
(1x) USB Type-C (USB4, DisplayPort 1.4)
(1x) USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
(1x) E-Shutter Switch
(1x) Audio Combo Jack
(2x) USB Type-A 3.2 Gen 1 (1 x Always-On 5V)
(1x) USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort 1.4, up to 135W Power Delivery)
(1x) HDMI 2.1
(1x) RJ45 Ethernet (2.5G)
(1x) DC-In
Wireless
2×2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 ax)

Display
16″ WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 – 240 Hz VRR / 3 ms Response Time / 100% sRGB / 500 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / NVIDIA G-SYNC Support / TÜV Rheinland Certified)
or
16″ WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 Hz / 3 ms Response Time / 100% sRGB / 500 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / NVIDIA G-SYNC Support / TÜV Rheinland Certified)
16″ WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 – 240 Hz VRR / 3 ms Response Time / 100% sRGB / 500 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / AMD FreeSync Premium / TÜV Rheinland Certified)
or
16″ WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 Hz / 3 ms Response Time / 100% sRGB / 500 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / AMD FreeSync Premium / TÜV Rheinland Certified)

Audio
2 x 2W Harman Super Linear Speaker System and Smart Amp with Nahimic Audio

Camera
Built-in FHD Webcam (1080p) with E-Shutter

Battery & Power
99.99Whr
Super Rapid Charge (also supports Rapid Charge Pro)
10 min Charge: 30WHr (3WHr/min.)
30 min Charge: 0~70% Capacity
80 min Charge: 0~100% Capacity300W Slim Adapter
230W Slim Adapter (Lenovo Legion 7 option only)
135W (USB Type-C Power Delivery)

Dimensions
358.1 x 263.5 x 19.4mm

Weight
< 2.5kg

Lenovo Legion Slim 7i and Legion Slim 7

The new Lenovo Legion Slim 7i and Legion Slim 7 (16″, 7) are intended for strong gaming and content creation experiences in a sleek and simple form, making them Lenovo Legion’s thinnest and lightest 16-inch gaming laptops. The CNC-machined metal trims build is light and sleek at 2kg and 16mm, due to its aluminum and magnesium aerospace-grade metal unibody case. The elevated design is appropriate for almost any environment while taking up the same total footprint as a 15-inch laptop.
The new laptops provide better mobility while maintaining power and performance with up to 12th Gen Intel Core H Series or AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX processors. With the laptops’ upgraded and dedicated back I/O dashboard with HDMI 2.1, users will require fewer adapters on the go, while enjoying unmatched range with a large 99.99Whr capacity battery and up to 135 Whr USB Type-C Fast Charging.
With TÜV Rheinland Gold Label certification, the 16-inch display also allows gamers to discover new pixel-perfect worlds of colour and shadow, with colour calibration software support, high dynamic range, and up to DCI P3 colour accuracy. The Legion Slim 7 series has also increased the active area ratio of the 16-inch WQXGA display from 86 percent to 93 percent with a 16:10 aspect ratio for even more immersive viewing. The Lenovo Legion Slim 7 series is offered in three-panel options with selectable refresh rates ranging from 165Hz to 240Hz and optional Mini-LED.
The Legion Slim 7i and Legion 7 are optimized by A.I. in the Lenovo Legion Coldfront 4.0 thermal system and Lenovo Legion A.I. Engine 2.0 to balance GPU and CPU resource output for improved performance. The laptop has a 29 percent increase in size and 31 percent more liquid crystal polymer fan blades that are also 40 percent thinner, while spinning 100rpm faster thanks to a dual-fan system.
Furthermore, an additional copper heat pipe dedicated solely to the GPU VRAM and a coating of phase-change thermal compound to boost heat sink effectiveness are among the generational improvements to the thermal system. Lenovo also included a sub-key air intake system in the keyboard, which has over 1,172 intake vents and 1.3mm soft-landing switches for faster, more accurate key strikes.
The Legion Slim 7i (16″) with Intel Core processor is priced at $1,589 and will be available in May 2022. The Legion Slim 7 (16″) 7 AMD Advantage Edition with AMD Ryzen processor is priced at $1,519 and will be available in June 2022.

Lenovo Legion Slim 7i
Lenovo Legion Slim 7

Processor
12th Generation Intel Core i9-12900HK
or
12th Generation Intel Core i7-12700H
or
12th Generation Intel Core i5-12500H
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX Processor
or
AMD Ryzen 7 6800H Processor
or
AMD Ryzen 5 6600H Processor

RAM
4800 MHz DDR5: 8 GB (On Board) / 16 GB (8 GB On Board & 8 GB Slot) / 24 GB
(8 GB On-Board & 16 GB Slot)

Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Laptop GPU with 8GB GDDR6 (100W TGP, Listed Boost Clock: 1410 Mhz)
or
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 Laptop GPU with 6GB GDDR6 (100W TGP, Listed Boost Clock: 1605 Mhz)
or
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU with 4GB GDDR6 (95W TGP, Listed Boost Clock: 1695 Mhz)Max-Q Technologies: Advanced Optimus, Optimal Playable Settings, Rapid Core Scaling, CPU Optimizer, Dynamic Boost, DLSS, and Resizable BAR
AMD Radeon RX6800S Graphics 8GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 2 architecture (Up to 1708 MHz Game Clock)
or
AMD Radeon RX6600S Graphics 4GB GDDR6, AMD RDNA 2 architecture (Up to 1745 MHz Game Clock)

Storage
PCIe SSD (Gen 4): 512 GB / 1 TB / 2TB (Tech Ready)
PCIe SSD (Gen 4): 512 GB / 1 TB / 2TB

Connectivity
(1x) Thunderbolt 4 (USB 4, DisplayPort 1.4, up to 135W Power Delivery)
(1x) USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen2, DisplayPort 1.4, up to 135W Power Delivery)
(1x) 4-in-1 SD Card Reader
(1x) Audio Jack
(1x) E-Shutter Switch
(1x) DC-In
(1x) USB Type A 3.2 Gen2 (5V2A)
(2x) USB Type A 3.2 Gen2
(1x) HDMI 2.1
Wireless
Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1690 (with Intel Double Connect Technology)
Intel Killer Wi-Fi 6E AX1650
Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211
(2x) USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen2, DisplayPort 1.4, up to 135W Power Delivery)
(1x) 4-in-1 SD Card Reader
(1x) Audio Jack
(1x) E-Shutter Switch
(1x) DC-In
(1x) USB Type A 3.2 Gen2 (5V2A)
(2x) USB Type A 3.2 Gen2
(1x) HDMI 2.1
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6
Wi-Fi 6E AX2*2

Display
16″ Mini-LED, WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 Hz / 3ms Response Time / 100% DCI-P3 / 100% Adobe RGB / 1250 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 1000 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / TÜV Rheinland Certified)
or
16″ WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 – 240 Hz VRR / 3ms Response Time  / 100% sRGB / 500 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / NVIDIA G-SYNC Support / TÜV Rheinland Certified)
or
16″ WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 Hz / 3ms Response Time / 100% sRGB / 500 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / NVIDIA G-SYNC Support / TÜV Rheinland Certified)
or
16’’ WUXGA (1920×1200) IPS; 16:10 (165Hz / 100% sRGB / 350nit  Low Blue Light 2.6t bent)
16″ WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 – 240 Hz VRR / 3ms Response Time / 100% sRGB / 500 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / AMD FreeSync / TÜV Rheinland Certified)
or
16″ WQXGA (2560 x 1600) IPS; 16:10 (165 Hz / 3ms Response Time / 100% sRGB / 500 nits / Up to VESA DisplayHDR 400 Certified / Dolby Vision Support / AMD FreeSync / TÜV Rheinland Certified)
or
16 WUXGA (1920 x 1200) IPS; 16:10 (165Hz / 100% sRGB / 350nit / Low Blue Light 2.6t bent)

 Audio
2 x 2W Harman Speaker with Nahimic Audio

 Camera
Built-in HD Webcam (720p) with E-Shutter
Built-in FHD Webcam (1080p) with E-Shutter

Battery
99.99Whr
Super Rapid Charge (also support rapid charge pro)
10min charge 30wh (3wh/min)
30min charge 0~70% capacity
80min charge 0~100% capacity.71Whr
Rapid Charge Pro
30min charge 0~50% capacity,
2h charge 0~100% capacity.

Power
170W / 230W Slim Adapter for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU
230W Slim Adapter for NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Max-P / 3070 Max-Q Laptop GPUs
135W (USB Type-C Power Delivery)
170W Slim Adapter
230W Slim Adapter
135W (USB Type-C Power Delivery)

Dimensions
357.7 x 256 x 16.9mm

Weight
Starting at 2.05kg

For more information about the Legion Series and Legion Slim Series laptops, feel free to visit Lenovo’s official website by clicking this link.
Pokdepinion: Can’t wait to see how this gaming laptop performs. I’ve known their previous Legion gaming laptops were according to their specifications.
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Samsung Galaxy A54 Unboxing and First Impressions

Samsung Galaxy A54 Unboxing

The Samsung Galaxy A54 comes in your standard white box that looks pretty much the same as previous Galaxy A devices. Just like last year, the box is thin so I’m sure you know why. If not, you will find out in just a bit.

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Inside the box, you can find the following items:

Quick start guide
Warranty card
Samsung Pay leaflet
USB-C to USB-C cable
SIM ejector tool
The Samsung Galaxy A54 smartphone itself

Samsung Galaxy A54 First Impressions

The Samsung Galaxy A54, interestingly enough, looks and feels kind of like an older iPhone, especially given the rounded edges and glass rear. This isn’t a bad thing however as it still feels well built. However, you would definitely want to use a protective case as soon as possible as the rear smudges easily, and there’s a worry of it, as well as the sides, getting scratched easily. This is the Awesome Violet colour but if this isn’t your cup of tea, you can also get it in Awesome White, Awesome Lime, and Awesome Graphite.
It’s not a weak smartphone, at least on paper, as it’s powered by the 5nm Exynos 1380 with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. In case you need more, there’s always the option of expanding memory via microSD, with the slot being shared with the SIM card. You also get 6.4-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 5 for added protection.

This is all powered by a healthy 5,000mAh battery which should keep you going for at least a whole day, but keep in mind that it only supports charging speeds of up to 25W, which is rather low by today’s standards. We will find out exactly how long the battery life is once we’ve done benchmarking it. In the meantime, check out the rest of the specifications right below here:
Samsung Galaxy A54 Specifications

Processor
Exynos 1380
4 x Cortex-A78 @ 2.4GHz + 4 x Cortex-A55 @ 2GHz
5nm

GPU
Mali-G68 MP5

RAM
8GB

Connectivity
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.3
USB Type-C
GPS, Glonass, BDS, Galileo
NFC
5G

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

Display
6.4″ FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display
Up to 120Hz Refresh Rate
1000nits (HBM)
Corning Gorilla Glass 5

Rear Camera
50MP f/1.8 wide angle camera, OIS, PDAF
12MP f/2.2 ultrawide camera, 123°
5MP f/2.4 macro, fixed focus

Selfie Camera
32MP f/2.2 wide-angle selfie cam, HDR

Battery
5000mAh
25W Fast Charging

OS
One UI 5.1
Android 13

Ingress Protection
IP67

Dimensions
158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm, 202g

Colours
Awesome White, Awesome Violet, Awesome Graphite, Awesome Lime

For now, the Samsung Galaxy A54 is in the middle of benchmark tests among other tests. I’ll be publishing my review of this smartphone soon so stay tuned to Pokde.net for the review.
If you want to know more about the new Galaxy A series devices launched this year, click right here.
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There’s no better time to join the PC Master Race — get started on your PCMR journey with MSI (Part 1)

With the recent price reductions on last-gen graphics cards and more performance-per-ringgit than ever from the newer cards, it is a great time to join the PC Master Race. Joining the PCMR is probably a little bit daunting considering that PCs are made up of multiple components, but here are some suggestions from MSI according to your budget to help you get started in no time.
Premium Build – around RM15 000
          MAG Coreliquid 360R            MSI MEG Z490 UNIFY          MPG SEKIRA 500R
If you are looking to start off at the high end segment, well, this is the build for you. This build is definitely more than just for gaming, as you will be getting a top-notch overclocking motherboard with the MSI MEG Z490 UNIFY and plenty of cooling from the MAG Coreliquid 360R, perfect for pushing the Intel Core i9-10900K for maximum performance. Cram all of that in the MSI MPG SEKIRA 500X and you have a showpiece that performs great as well.

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          MSI GeForce RTX 3080 Gaming X Trio 10G            Optix MAG322CQR
You can probably play around with the other components in the build, but key to delivering the premium gaming experience that you would expect when you spend top dollar is of course the GeForce RTX 3080 Gaming X Trio 10G and the MAG322CQR. Overall this combination would deliver a stunning visual experience, especially when you turn up all the graphics to the max.
Premium Build Specs and Pricing

Model
Price
Where to Buy

Processor
Intel Core i9-10900K
RM2700

CPU Cooler
MSI MAG Coreliquid 360R
RM729
Lazada

Motherboard
MSI MEG Z490 UNIFY
RM1399
Lazada

Memory
32GB (2 x 16GB) KLEVV CRAS XR DDR4-3600
RM729

Graphics
MSI GeForce RTX 3080 Gaming X Trio 10G
RM3590

Storage
2TB (1TB x 2) WD Blue SN550 PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD
RM1178

PSU
Cooler Master V850 Gold V2
RM579

Case
MSI MPG SEKIRA 500X
RM999
Lazada

Display
MSI Optix MAG322CQR, 32″ 1440p, 165Hz refresh rate, 1500R curvature
RM2249
Shopee

Total

RM14 152

This build is ready for pretty much everything you can throw at it, and while the MSI MEG Z490 UNIFY does not sport any form of RGB lighting, it does fully support Mystic Light, which will allow you to take advantage of the RGB fans on the MSI MAG Coreliquid 360R as well as the MSI MPG SEKIRA 500X. Not to mention the MSI GeForce RTX 3080 Gaming X Trio also comes with some sweet RGB lighting to bling up your PC.
Overall, this system will give you a great experience, with the following breakdown of its feature set:

Pros
Cons

+ Great overclocking potential
+ 20GB/s USB-C port on the motherboard and 10GB/s USB-C port on the case
+ Dragon Center allows for easy monitoring of entire system
+ 2.5G LAN and WiFi 6 for great connectivity, wired or wirelessly
+ Top notch gaming performance
– Motherboard is not as flashy as MSI’s other designs
– Might be difficult to source a Core i9-10900K

Upper mid-range build – around RM10 000
          MAG Coreliquid 360R            MSI GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER Gaming X            MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Edge WiFi
Say you still want a great gaming experience but you don’t exactly have RM15 000 just lying around. Well then you can probably consider this upper mid-range build which can still throw some heavy punches, with an Intel Core i7-10700K AND MSI GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER Gaming X. Mated to a MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Edge WiFi board, you still get most of the great features like 2.5G LAN and WiFi 6 baked into a flashier looking board too. And with the MSI MAG Coreliquid 360R, you will have plenty of thermal headroom to overclock the system to squeeze more performance out of the Core i7-10700K.
          MSI MAG272CQR            MSI GUNGNIR 110R
The overall cost of the system is also reduced by using a more affordable MSI MPG GUNGNIR 110R case and MSI Optix MAG272CQR display, which still offer most of the features from their pricier brethren used in the Premium Build above. The case looks even flashier and yet has plenty of room to build in, and the monitor is slightly smaller, but is by no means inferior with a similar 1440p resolution, 165Hz refresh rate and the same 1500R curvature. Some might even say the smaller monitor will look better, thanks to a higher pixel density.
Upper mid-range build Specs and Pricing

Model
Price
Where to Buy

Processor
Intel Core i7-10700K
RM1649

CPU Cooler
MSI MAG Coreliquid 360R
RM729
Lazada

Motherboard
MSI MPG Z490 Gaming Edge WiFi
RM999
Lazada

Memory
16GB (2 x 8GB) KLEVV CRAS XR DDR4-3600
RM399

Graphics
MSI GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER Gaming X
RM1505
Lazada

Storage
1TB WD Blue SN550 PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD
RM589

PSU
Cooler Master V750 Gold V2
RM519

Case
MSI MPG GUNGNIR 110R
RM449
Lazada

Display
MSI Optix MAG272CQR, 27″ 1440p, 165Hz refresh rate, 1500R curvature
RM1999
Shopee

Total

RM8837

Overall, this system will give you an excellent experience for your money, with the following breakdown of its feature set:

Pros
Cons

+ Great overclocking potential
+ Core i7-10700K offers all the gaming performance of Core i9-10900K while being significantly more affordable and easier to source
+ 10GB/s USB-C ports on the rear I/O and case front panel
+ Dragon Center allows for easy monitoring of entire system
+ Mystic Light can synchronize lighting on case, graphics card, case and CPU cooler for some interesting effects
+ 2.5G LAN and WiFi 6 for great connectivity, wired or wirelessly
– GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER is not great for 1440p gaming at maxed graphics

Mid-range build – around RM6000

Going further down the scale, MSI still offers plenty of options for gamers who are on a tighter budget. For the sub-RM6000 build, you will be well served by a locked Intel Core i5-10400, which offers up to 12 processing threads for greater performance in games that can take advantage of more processing threads. Paired with either the MSI MAG B460M MORTAR or MAG B460M MORTAR WiFi, depending on whether you need wireless internet connectivity, you are well on your way to some good performance.
          MSI FORGE 100R          MSI GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER Ventus            MSI G24C4            MSI MAG Coreliquid 240R
Better cooling is never wasted, so the MSI MAG Coreliquid 240R is recommend for this build. The case is going to be a very affordable MSI MAG FORGE 100R that delivers plenty of airflow for cooler components. Cooler components run better and last longer, so it is always nice to have more cooling than less of it. The graphics will be the GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER VENTUS XS, which will deliver good frame rates at the 1080p resolution of the MSI Optix G24C4, taking full advantage of the 144Hz refresh rate of the display.
Mid-range build Specs and Pricing

Model
Price
Where to Buy

Processor
Intel Core i5-10400
RM839

CPU Cooler
MSI MAG Coreliquid 240R
RM549
Lazada

Motherboard
MSI MAG B460M MORTAR WiFi
RM639
Lazada

Memory
16GB (2 x 8GB) KLEVV BOLT XR DDR4-3600
RM319

Graphics
MSI GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER Ventus XS
RM1359
Lazada

Storage
1TB WD Blue SN550 PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD
RM589

PSU
Cooler Master V650 Gold V2
RM469

Case
MSI MPG FORGE 100R
RM259
Lazada

Display
MSI Optix G24C4, 24″ 1080p, 144Hz refresh rate, 1500R curvature
RM999
Shopee

Total

RM6021

Here’s a breakdown of what’s good and not with this mid-range build:

Pros
Cons

+ USB-C ports available on rear I/O
+ + Dragon Center allows for easy monitoring of entire system
+ 2.5G LAN and WiFi 6 are great features at this price point
– Non-overclockable processor takes the fun out of an Intel platform
– Case does not offer USB-C port to take advantage of motherboard header

That’s it for our recommendations for Intel builds, but stay tuned for Part 2, in which we will discuss builds featuring AMD processors instead!
This is an exclusive article for MSI Malaysia.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra in Mystic Bronze got leaked by Samsung Ukraine

When a brand leaks their own product, is it is still a “leak”? Regardless, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has apparently appeared on Samsung Ukraine’s website. However instead of being a product page that was made public too early, it reportedly appeared at the bottom of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8’s page. Well, this is the first “official” reveal of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra’s design.
From the renders, it appears that Samsung will top out at three cameras for the Galaxy Note 20 series. Samsung is most probably dropping the 3D ToF sensor featured on the Galaxy S20 series, instead option for a simpler laser autofocus system. You can see the bottom camera sporting the rectangular mirror fundamental to periscope zooms, although Samsung did well by placing a ring around it for the sake of keeping the theme similar.

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Rumors hint at the rear camera setup consisting of a 108MP main camera, 12MP ultra-wide and a 13MP periscope zoom. The latter might seem like a huge downgrade, but if Samsung manages to overcome the autofocusing issues with the lower resolution sensor here, it can still be seen as a positive in favor of the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra.
The Mystic Bronze color looks very premium, and this probably the first time I find the color to be attractive. I have seen the Galaxy Note 9 and HUAWEI Mate 10 in shades of brown, and I am definitely not a big fan of them. The matte glass back probably helped to create a more premium look, upping the appeal of this unique color option. The matching bronze S Pen looks mighty fine too, and rumors have hinted that it might be made of metal. I am glad that Samsung decided to just go premium this time around, instead of going with funky two-toned color schemes for the S Pen.

While we can’t see the screen that well, it appears to have a slight curvature, probably similar to what the Galaxy S20 has. Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra looks pretty good. Hopefully the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra will be offered here in Malaysia with the Snapdragon 865(+?) instead of the Exynos chipsets. Well, we will probably find out more about the Galaxy Note 20 series as we get closer to its launch, which is slated to be happening on 5th August.
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Pokdepinion: While the design isn’t exactly original, I don’t think there are that many designs that smartphone makers can explore today without compromising on something.
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Xiaomi 12 Ultra to feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus

Xiaomi might be one of the first to offer the yet unannounced Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus, with the Xiaomi 12 Ultra. Xiaomi announced the Mi 11 Ultra based on the same Snapdragon 888 as the Mi 11, while offering better cameras and a secondary display on the back, but this time they might want to change things around by offering an upgrade under the hood as well. The Xiaomi 12 Ultra has been certified featuring the SM8475 chipset, versus the SM8450 aka Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 featured in the rest of the Xiaomi 12 series flagships.
Xiaomi 12 Ultra to be one of the first to tout Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus chipset?

The Xiaomi 12 Ultra will be positioned higher than the Xiaomi 12 Pro, which is already a pretty impressive flagship with a triple 50MP camera array. It would be interesting to see how Xiaomi will further up their game with the Xiaomi 12 Ultra. According to Digital Chat Station, the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will make an appearance in Q3 2022.

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With that said, Qualcomm is reportedly pushing for an earlier launch of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus. Qualcomm is reportedly dumping Samsung’s foundries for TSMC, with much of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1’s thermal issues allegedly attributed to the lackluster of Samsung’s 4nm manufacturing process. TSMC’s manufacturing is widely regarded to be superior to Samsung’s, and should allow Qualcomm to offer improved efficiency.

What this might mean is that Qualcomm will either be able to squeeze a larger overclock for more performance out of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Plus, or offer a more modest performance uplift with a lower power draw, and thus less heat output. Considering the issues faced by the Snapdragon 888 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, I have a strong feeling that Qualcomm will decide to go with the latter.
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Pokdepinion: The Mi 11 Ultra felt a bit gimmicky coming from the Mi 11, so hopefully the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will not suffer a similar fate.
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Valorant Confirms Details on Upcoming New Agent, Deadeye

After being the subject of many online rumors, the developers over at Riot Games have confirmed details on the new upcoming agent that will be added into the game, Deadeye.
Valorant Confirms Details on Deadeye

The New Agent just got teased!
Other detaills
✅ Is A SENTINEL
✅’Focuses on mechanical outplays’
✅ ‘Additional focus of gunplay’
✅ Very likely to be Deadeye#VALORANT pic.twitter.com/oyFyE6xffd
— RyanCentral | HITSCAN (@RyanCentral_) September 27, 2021

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It’s been rumored for some time now that the next Valorant agent will be called Deadeye. This was noticeably hinted in the game’s Year One Anthem video. However, there isn’t much details on the character yet, nor do we know if the name will actually be used in the game.
Now, the developers have essentially confirmed some important details on Deadeye during the State of the Agents update. He will be a Sentinel agent, which makes him the 4th Sentinel in the game. Apart from that, the agent will have a focus on “mechanical outplays” and additional focus on gunplay.

While we have a rough idea what Deadeye will look like, we still haven’t seen the character model just yet. The most Riot Games has done so far is to include a teaser image for the new agent, which you can see above here. We are expected to see the full reveal soon so for now, stay tuned for further updates.
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Pokdepinion: I do wonder if they plan on adjusting prices for weapons again when the new agent is out. I’ve been playing Marshal for so long, I tend to find myself with plenty of extra cash regardless of whether I win or lose rounds, it’s insane.
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Apple iPhone 2020 to Come with Smaller Notch and Seven-piece Lens Camera

Now that we’re in the second half of 2019, we have more smartphones on the horizon. One of them is the Apple iPhone 2020, which we’re referring as such until it gets an official name due to the recent unconventional naming choice. Now, we may have a good idea of what to expect from it.
According to renowned Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, he expects to see the Apple iPhone 2020 to have a smaller selfie camera lens. As there is no expectation of the company removing the notch, the more likely outcome is that the notch will be smaller. Moreover, we can expect more room for a larger display this way.

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But wait, there’s more. One of the more interesting predictions is that the main camera will utilize a seven-piece lens system. This will certainly make people wonder how much real estate it will take up on the device.
Ming-Chi Kuo’s predictions aren’t a shot in the dark as it’s based on information from investor reports. Unfortunately, there isn’t much other details apart from that. We are certain that more details, especially on how it all fits together, will surface sooner or later. For now, take the information with a grain of salt. Be sure to stay tuned to Pokde.net for further updates.
Source: Apple Insider
Pokdepinion: I’m expecting a huge improvement in the camera department. With competitors beating Apple on this end for a couple of years now, it’s certainly an area they shouldn’t slack on.
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ASUS VivoBook S15 (S531FL) Review — quite the looker!

At Computex 2019, ASUS announced the refreshed VivoBook S15 laptops, featuring the ScreenPad 2.0, an upgraded version from the original first debuted in the ASUS ZenBook Pro 15. Unfortunately, we aren’t getting the version with the ScreenPad here in Malaysia, instead settling for a regular touchpad. Not a big issue, considering that ASUS targets the more affordable segment with the VivoBook S15. Now, what does this refresh have to offer?
What’s in the box?

Let’s start by unboxing, shall we? The box might seem pretty familiar, because that’s what ASUS have been shipping all the recent ASUS VivoBooks in. It’s quite distinctive and solid, and it has my favorite letter, V. You know my name, you know why.

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Inside the rather compact box is a pretty interesting spread. In a somewhat unprecedented move, ASUS threw in stickers, with the hashtag #WowTheWorld. I am most definitely impressed. There’s also the usual documentation and the HDD kit, something which ASUS has been throwing into the package since they started using speedy SSDs instead of sluggish spinning platters in all their laptops. The 90W power adapter is actually very compact for its output, a boon for those who intend to use this laptop to travel light.
A load off your back?

ASUS uses a mix of plastic and aluminium here in the ASUS VivoBook S15. The lid and keyboard area are milled aluminium, while the bottom and screen bezels are plastic. The whole package is pretty lightweight at 1.8kg, especially so for a 15.6″ laptop. As you might notice, our unit here comes in a vivid blue paint job, or what ASUS dubs Cobalt Blue.

This beautiful blue finish is paired with red accents along the sides of the display, giving you a pretty interesting looking contrast. The hinge also sports a nifty trick ASUS called ErgoLift, tilting the keyboard by 3° for more comfortable typing. I didn’t really like that the ports are not entirely surrounded by the silver finish, instead having the blue bottom leak into the sides in a not-so-elegant way. Just a curious design choice, nothing major.

Speaking of the bottom, this is the only major area of the chassis that’s made of plastic. Most of the bottom sports these fancy angled lines, with even the perforations for the fan intakes and speaker grilles having the same angled cuts. It looks pretty awesome and feels even better when you carry it around in your hands.

The display is a 15.6″ one but ASUS managed to keep the ASUS VivoBook S15 rather compact with what they call the four-sided NanoEdge display offering 88% screen-to-body ratio. In layman speak, it’s an awesome display that is pretty damn close to being bezel-less. Now, what lies in this laptop?
ASUS VivoBook S15 Specifications

CPU
Intel Core i5 8265U, 4C/8T @ 1.6 GHz, 15W TDP, 14nm
Max Turbo Boost:
1 core: 3.9 GHz
4 cores: 3.7 GHz

RAM
4GB DDR4 2400 MHz (onboard)
1 x vacant SO-DIMM slot (up to 8GB RAM)

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce MX250 2GB GDDR5

Storage
512GB Intel 660p PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
1 x vacant SATA slot

Display
15.6″ FHD (1920 X 1080) IPS anti-glare display
NanoEdge bezels 88% screen-to-body ratio, ASUS Tru2Life technology, ASUS Splendid

Connectivity
Wireless:
802.11a/b/g/n/ac Wi-Fi (Dual Band 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
Intel Dual-Band Wireless-AC 8265
Bluetooth 4.2
I/O:
1 x USB 3.0 (Type-C)
1 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
1 x HDMI
1 x 3.5mm combo audio jack
1 x microSD card reader

Audio
Stereo speakers certified by Harman Kardon
ASUS Sonic Master technology, Smart Amp
ASUS Audio Wizard

Power
42Wh 3-cell Li-Prismatic Battery
90W Power Adapter, 60% charge in 49 minutes

Dimensions
357.2 x 230 x 18 mm (W x D x H)

Weight
1.8 kg

Looking at these specifications, there really isn’t anything major missing aside from probably the RAM. More RAM is always welcome, and in this case, it’s more of a necessity than an extra. You can live with 4GB RAM, but don’t expect to multitask heavily. Run Chrome, open a few tabs, and you will be staring at a system that has used up all its RAM.
          Two USB 2.0 ports here            A larger variety of I/O here.
The ASUS VivoBook S15 doesn’t have the most versatile array of ports. You get two USB 3.0 ports, one of which is a Type-C port, and two USB 2.0 ports. The microSD card reader is a very curious decision as an SD card reader would have been a lot more welcome. There’s a HDMI port for external displays, but that’s about it. The laptop still charges via a coaxial connector, where a USB-C charging input would have been welcome.
Performance

As you might expect from a Whiskey Lake-powered laptop, it does have quite a bit of grunt under the hood. The Intel Core i5 8265U here is plenty for most use cases except for maybe serious video editing. The scores are pretty good and surprisingly the ASUS VivoBook S15 edges out most of the other laptops powered by the same processor.
          3DMark Time Spy            Superposition
The GeForce MX250 here performs very much more in-line with the rest of the laptops powered by the same GPU. You can get by with DOTA 2 or CS:GO, but don’t expect too much out of the experience. At the very least, you can enjoy some gaming on the ASUS VivoBook S15 thanks to the addition of the dedicated graphics, rather than relying on the iGPU and getting no action at all.

There’s only a single fan to cool the two chips, so it does get pretty toasty under load. In Cinebench, I saw temperatures of up to 92°C on the CPU, although running 3DMark yields much cooler temps of around 78°C. The GPU runs much cooler at around 74°C in 3DMark. On the bright side, it barely makes any noise even when under full load. When actually used for work, writing on WordPress, the ASUS VivoBook S15 was much cooler and quieter, and I had no qualms using it on my lap.

As for storage, you would probably have noticed in our previous reviews that ASUS uses the Intel 660p quite generously in their range of laptops, and the ASUS VivoBook S15 packs one of them too. I believe this laptop has the most solid state storage in its price range, and it’s a PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe drive at that. Performance is solid and I have zero complaints about the storage.
What I am less happy about is the amount of RAM that ASUS included in the ASUS VivoBook S15. 4GB is really limiting, even if we ignore all the memes about Chrome. Immediately after booting, you will be looking at around 70% of your RAM occupied, which is really annoying. Fire up Photoshop and Lightroom and you would be left with no wiggle room.
With an efficient CPU and GPU combo under the hood and a decently sized 42WHr battery, I managed to squeeze out more than 5 hours from this laptop writing on Pokde.net with the keyboard and screen set to 50% brightness. I also managed to recharge it by 41% in 30 minutes, which is quite impressive to me.
Great for fun…

We have pretty much established the pretty looking lid, and now it’s time to look on the other side of the lid. First up, the display. This is an LG LP156WFC-SPD1. It’s an IPS panel that offers great viewing angles, so you can huddle up with your mate(s) and watch a movie or two on the ASUS VivoBook S15 together. The gamut coverage is on the low side though, with only around 56.4% sRGB coverage. Photographers and content creators will have to look the other way.
Speaking of watching movies though, the audio quality on the ASUS VivoBook S15 surprised me as well, with a good amount of punch. I can absolutely recommend this laptop for some casual music or movies, as it does sound pretty good. The surface you put it on will affect your results though as the speakers are downward firing. What you get when you put the laptop on the bed will greatly differ with what you will hear if the laptop was placed on your desk. I guess ASUS’ work together with Harman Kardon did yield some real results here.
…excellent for work, too
Despite the slimmer bezels around the display, ASUS actually managed to pack a numpad along along with the rest of the keyboard. The minor drawback is that the function and arrow keys are much smaller than on a normal keyboard, but you will get used to it. Most of the keys are full-sized though, and sport a slight dish to improve ergonomics. The keyboard is quite comfortable to type on, with a light actuation force, sufficient amount of travel and just enough tactile feedback. Oh, and it’s backlit so you can work in the dark.

The trackpad here isn’t one of those fancy glass-covered ones. Quite an understandable move given that ASUS targets a more pocket-friendly price segment with these laptops. With that said, the trackpad performs admirably and it was on par with the other laptops I have tested. It doesn’t have dedicated buttons though, so it does get confused when I use my thumb to click the buttons and my index figure to move the pointer. You don’t have to give up a corner of the touchpad to a fingerpint scanner though, as ASUS has taken a step forward with the biometrics security on this thing.

A feature on the ASUS VivoBook S15 that most other laptops lack is IR facial recognition. ASUS didn’t place a fingerprint scanner in the ASUS VivoBook S15, but I am perfectly happy with the facial recognition here. I literally didn’t need to lift a finger and I am logged in. It doesn’t unlock if you are in a pitch black environment though, despite touting IR illumination. When it works, it works great, but when it doesn’t it can get quite frustrating. A fingerprint scanner is definitely more reliable.
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Last but not least, for users who are worried about their laptops getting laggy after using it for some time can definitely make use of the MyASUS suite. ASUS has packed the ASUS VivoBook S15 with quite a bit of software, but this is also the first time I see ASUS add a shortcut to MyASUS in the Fn keys. It offers quick access to battery conservation, display adjustments, quick diagnostics troubleshooting tools as well as exclusive promotions for ASUS users. It can also keep track of the ASUS products you have registered under your account, so you know when the warranty is over on any of your registered devices. Power users might just dismiss it as bloatware, but I am sure some people out there will find this pretty useful.
Should you buy it?

So I mentioned that the ASUS VivoBook S15 targets a more affordable price segment. How affordable? RM3199. It’s not exactly cheap, but very reasonable for the build quality and feature set here. You get IR facial unlocking, a dedicated GPU and speakers which are actually good. All that in a package that weighs less than 1.8kg and measures 18mm thin makes it a pretty reasonable deal. And if Cobalt Blue isn’t your thing, there’s Moss Green, Punk Pink, Transparent Silver and Gun Metal for your choosing.

What you don’t get is a sufficient amount of RAM, although ASUS does open up the avenue for upgrades with a SO-DIMM slot that takes up to 8GB DDR4 sticks. I kinda think that 8GB should be standard out of the box, so I am docking points for that. A better screen will also be welcome, although I am pretty sure ASUS wants content creators who need better colors to look towards the premium ASUS ZenBook lineup. The missing fingerprint scanner might irk some people, given that the facial recognition doesn’t work perfectly every single time, unlike a fingerprint scanner. But as a whole, I do see it as a step forward for the ASUS VivoBook lineup.

Our thanks to ASUS Malaysia for providing the ASUS VivoBook S15 for our review purposes.
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There Are Six Batman Games Available for FREE for PC Gamers – Here’s to Claim Them All

There Are Six Batman Games Available for FREE for PC Gamers

If you’re a PC gamer then today is a great day for you. You get to claim six games absolutely free of charge and once you do, it’s yours forever. For today’s list of free games, it will be all related to the caped crusader, Batman.
Epic Games is offering six Batman games for free for PC gamers on Epic Games Store this week. To be precise, it’s Batman: Arkham Collection and LEGO Batman Trilogy, with both packs consisting of three games each.

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Batman: Arkham Collection
Batman: Arkham Collection brings you the definitive versions of Rocksteady’s Arkham Trilogy games, including all post-launch content, in one complete collection.
Experience two of the most critically acclaimed titles of the last generation – Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City, with fully remastered and updated visuals. Complete your experience with the explosive finale to the Arkham series in Batman: Arkham Knight. Become the Batman and utilize a wide range of gadgets and abilities to face off against Gotham’s most dangerous villains, finally facing the ultimate threat against the city that Batman is sworn to protect.

LEGO Batman Trilogy

The LEGO Batman Trilogy Pack offers players an unprecedented opportunity to experience the complete LEGO Batman saga. Enjoy where it all began in Gotham with LEGO Batman: The Videogame. Continue the adventure as the Dynamic Duo teams up with the Justice League for the first time in LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes. Then, explore the outermost reaches of the DC Universe as the Justice League and Legion of Doom combine forces to thwart the villainous Brainiac in LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham.

To claim the game, all you have to do is head on over to the Epic Games Launcher and claim the game. The offer will be available from now until 26th September 2019, no payments necessary. For an easier, faster time to claim the game, click right here instead.
Pokdepinion: Probably the best free game giveaway they’ve had thus far. I have most of these games on console but now, I can play it on my gaming PC instead.
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Windows 10X And Surface Neo Release Reportedly Delayed

While previously we’ve written on the upcoming Windows 10X OS, it seems that Microsoft has decided to delay its release, at least according to reports.
Windows 10X and Surface Neo delayed
It appears that it will be delayed ‘beyond 2020’ and in addition to that, the Surface Neo also has been affected in terms of a release date.
The reason behind it? Well it is reported that Microsoft seems to want to focus on single screen devices and that’s what people are asking for in this Covid-19 outbreak.

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There’s still a possibility for us to see the Microsoft Surface Duo out in 2020 but don’t get your hopes high. At the end of the day, Microsoft is one of the companies that is affected by the pandemic situation.
There’s no mention of a specific release date for both OS and device but rest assured that we’ll update accordingly once news arrive.
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Pokdepinion: Can’t really say that I’m shocked by the news, seeing how Covid-19 has affected companies all around the world.
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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 arrives with 896 CUDA cores and affordable $149 price tag

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 GPU is finally official. After much rumors, the baby of the Turing family is finally here, with an affordable SRP of just $149 (~RM616). For reference, the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti which it succeeds is priced starting from $139 (~RM575).
The GeForce GTX 1650 is promised to deliver up to 70% better performance than the GeForce GTX 1050 and double the performance of the GeForce GTX 950 at 1080p. With a TDP of just 75W, the GeForce GTX 1650 does away with any additional PCIe power connectors to represent a true plug and play upgrade.

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NVIDIA highlights the G-SYNC capabilities of the GeForce GTX 1650, but personally I believe most gamers getting this card will be more interested in G-SYNC Compatible monitors given that this is an affordable entry-level Turing GPU.
Here are the specifications of the GeForce GTX 1650:
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Specifications

TU117 @ up to 1665 MHz, 12nm FinFET
896 CUDA cores
4GB GDDR5 @ 8 Gbps, 128-bit memory interface
75W TDP
No additional power connector
$149 (~RM615)

Since NVIDIA will not be making a GeForce GTX 1050 Founders Edition, NVIDIA’s SRP is only good for a rough estimation of its pricing. NVIDIA’s partners will determine the prices they want to charge for their custom designs, and given the wide range of designs, we can expect a pretty wide range of prices as well. The cards will be available from vendors starting today.
Pokdepinion: Definitely looking forward to throw one into an ITX gaming rig… If I had one.
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OnePlus Nord 2 5G to sport custom MediaTek Dimensity 1200-AI chip

OnePlus has apparently worked with MediaTek to create a customized variant of the flagship Dimensity 1200 chipset, dubbed the Dimensity 1200-AI, for the OnePlus Nord 2 5G. The chipset was created under the Dimensity Open Resource Architecture initiative, that allows OEMs to work with MediaTek to implement unique customizations to provide a better experience to users.
OnePlus + MediaTek = Dimensity 1200-AI?
Obviously, just by looking at the name, you can deduce that OnePlus has worked with MediaTek to enhance the AI capabilities of the Dimensity 1200. OnePlus claims that the Dimensity 1200-AI will bring better AI-assisted photography, AI Video Enhancement to bring live HDR effects in real-time during recording, with DOL-HDR, or Digital Overlap HDR, to improve the overall video output in the OnePlus Nord 2 5G.

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On the user experience side, OnePlus claims that the AI capabilities will be put towards AI Color Boost technology, to “create” HDR content out of regular SDR content, which can be quite challenging to get right. The OnePlus Nord 2 5G will also be capable of AI Resolution Boost to enhance videos on social media platforms.
Meanwhile there’s also the Smart Ambient Display, which OnePlus claims will use AI to adjust the brightness of the screen intelligently depending on what is displayed and the surrounding lighting conditions. Another interesting claim is that the AI enhancements in the OnePlus Nord 2 5G will bring about better responsiveness for an improved gaming experience. Now that, I gotta see.
OnePlus also promises that the Dimensity 1200-AI will bring high refresh rate gaming experiences, which isn’t too surprising since the Dimensity 1200 is featured in the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition, which is a true bred gaming smartphone.
It is worth mentioning that many of these features are already available in current-gen devices, without having to customize the chipset, so I am not exactly sure what did OnePlus contribute to the Dimensity 1200-AI. In fact, some of the features that OnePlus has mentioned are already supported by the standard Dimensity 1200, and are mentioned on the landing page for the MediaTek Dimensity 1200.

While a lot of the features promised by OnePlus aren’t particularly groundbreaking, I do look forward to seeing more from the Dimensity Open Resource Architecture. Giving the flexibility to OEMs to customize the chipset to deliver a unique experience to their customers is definitely an advantage that might entice more smartphone makers to adopt MediaTek’s flagship Dimensity chips.
Pokdepinion: I wonder if we will see OEMs work with MediaTek to make a Dimensity 1200 with overclocked CPU and GPU clusters?
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OPPO A77 with 16MP Beautify Camera arriving TOMORROW!

The selfie-centric OPPO A77 will be arriving here in Malaysia tomorrow! Priced at just RM1398, the OPPO A77 packs a 16MP selfie camera and Beautify 4.0 software with bokeh effect. The powerful front camera allows you to take superb selfies even in dim environments and even add a bokeh effect for a distinctive look, with a sharp you and blurry background.
Aside from its selfie prowess, the OPPO A77 packs a 13MP rear camera with PDAF technology for quick focus, perfect for taking photos of moving or dimly lit subjects. Performance is courtesy of an octa-core Mediatek MT6750T chipset mated to 4GB of RAM and 64GB internal memory. With the 3200 mAh, it should easily last a day even with heavy selfie-taking. The smartphone will run Android 6.0 Marshmallow with ColorOS 3.0.

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The OPPO A77 sports a 5.5″ FHD display up front, and a sleek metal back. The OPPO A77 will come in Gold and Rose Gold.
Pokdepinion: The OPPO A77 is a great device if you want to take amazing selfies, but those who prefer more processing power and rear camera prowess may want to take a look at the OPPO R9s.
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MSI Introduces New Motherboards and PC Components in COMPUTEX 2022

MSI is continuously looking for new ways to innovate and improve the customer experience and ass a result, MSI is introducing new motherboards, power supplies, liquid coolers, and product concepts to meet the expectations of gamers.
MAG B660M MORTAR MAX WIFI DDR4 Motherboard

The MAG B660M MORTAR MAX WIFI DDR4 is the most recent addition to the MAG 600 Series. Its design was inspired by military facilities and inherited the MAG family look of arsenal pattern. This motherboard includes an OC Engine and a 12 + 2 Duet Rail VRM Power System to boost and release the actual potential of 12th Generation Core CPUs. The motherboard includes features extended heatsinks, a 2oz thickened copper PCB, and an M.2 Shield Frozr, as well as the most recent high-speed connections, including 2.5 G LAN, Wi-Fi 6E, and USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C. The motherboard will be available in July 2022.

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To learn more about the MAG B660M MORTAR MAX WIFI DDR4 Motherboard, visit MSI’s official website by clicking the link here.
MSI AMD X670E & X670 Motherboards

MSI unveiled the new MEG X670E GODLIKE, MEG X670E ACE, MPG X670E CARBON WIFI, and PRO X670-P WIFI to the AMD X670 motherboard product lineup today. These new X670 motherboards feature compatibility for AMD’s upcoming Ryzen 7000 Series processors.
AMD Ryzen 7000 Series CPUs are the first to utilize TSMC’s 5nm FinFET manufacturing, as well as AMD’s new platform and socket. The X670 chipset is split into two versions which are the X670 Extreme and X670. X670E motherboards support PCIe 5.0 through both the PCIe slot and the M.2 slot, whereas X670 motherboards only support PCIe 5.0 through the M.2 slot.
Aside from PCIe 5.0 and DDR5, all MSI X670E and X670 motherboard specifications have been improved, including rear USB Type-C support for up to Display Port 2.0 output. Furthermore, the front USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C port on MEG motherboards will offer 60W Power Delivery. The VRM design has also been improved to include up to 24+2 Power Phases with a 105A Smart Power Stage.
Both the Gaming and PRO series motherboards feature the brand-new ID concept. The Product Identity is ready on the X670 motherboard to synchronize the aesthetic appeal and properly correspond with the different product lines, especially with DIY components. MSI’s proprietary M-Vision Dashboard enables incredible customization with the touch of a finger to see more information and visual aspects of your motherboard condition.
Screw-less M.2 Shield Frozr with magnetic design to help upgrade or install M.2 SSD with ease, are the new features that come with the X670E Motherboards. A button in the back I/O panel allows for even more customization, such as entering safe boot, turning on/off all RGB LEDs, or activating Turbo Fan. All MSI X670 motherboards will support ARGB Gen2 devices, giving RGB enthusiasts more options for making their new PC shine even brighter.
MEG Series Motherboards

The MEG X670E GODLIKE and MEG X670E ACE motherboards feature an E-ATX PCB and up to 24+2 VRM phases with a 105A Smart Power Stage. They are cooled by a heatsink with a stacked fin array design as well as a heat-pipe to effectively disperse heat while retaining peak performance.
The MOSFET baseplate helps with heat dissipation for the VRM, and a metal backplate helps protect the PCB while maintaining board rigidity. The MEG Series motherboards include up to four onboard M.2 slots, including one PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slot and an M.2 XPANDER-Z GEN5 DUAL add-on card within the box for two extra PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slots for the maximum experience.
MPG Series Motherboards

The MPG X670E CARBON WIFI is more stable than before thanks to the implementation of a carbon black colour scheme. This motherboard has two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots and four M. 2 slots that are divided into 2 M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 slots and two PCIe 5.0 x4 slots.
The motherboard has 18+2 VRM power phases, 90A, and is cooled by an extended heatsink design. The motherboard has a distinctive finish from the Chipset Heatsink to the VRM Heatsink on the MPG X670E CARBON WIFI, which features the most recent specifications.
PRO Series Motherboards

The PRO X670-P WIFI will handle any task with ease because of its 14+2 Phases Duet Rail Power System and two 8-pin CPU power ports. The PRO Series includes 1 M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 slot, 2.5G LAN, and Wi-Fi 6E solution to help you get through work quickly.
MEG Ai1300P / Ai1000P PCIE5 80 Plus Platinum PCIe 5.0 and ATX 3.0 Ready PSU

With MSI motherboards now including advanced technology such as PCIe 5.0, the power supply is becoming an increasingly vital component of a computer setup. This is why many gamers will be interested in MSI’s upcoming MEG Ai1300P / Ai1000P PCIE5 power supply. As the first PCIe 5.0 and ATX 3.0 ready power supply units, this power supply includes an updated 16-pin PCIe 5.0 power connector capable of delivering up to 600W of power.
The PSU can detect and regulate the fan speed based on the power demand and internal system temperature. When the load is less than 55% or the temperature is less than 70 degrees, the fan will automatically turn off to reduce noise and conserve energy. The MEG Ai1300P / Ai1000P PCIE5 also includes real-time monitoring of power-related information such as CPU and GPU output wattage and current power efficiency.
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Pokdepinion: New tech motherboard for those who are looking to build a PC with the new AMD processor.
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The next generation of gaming is here…at least for some of us. For a while now, we knew that PS5 games will have an increase in the standard retail pricing but did you know that it was originally planned to be higher than USD $70?
PS5 Games Were Originally Planned to Have Much Higher Prices

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According to a report by Bloomberg, Sony was considering to have a standard retail price that is rather high before they settled on the USD $70 figure. A Sony representative told Bloomberg that the increase in price reflects the growing costs of games developments.
However, not all games will be priced that high as some notable games like Spider-Man Miles Morales is launching for USD $50. A number of companies, including Sony, Activision, and Take-Two Interactive, have already committed to the price increase. Games like Demon’s Souls remake, NBA 2K21, and Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War are priced at USD $70.
Other developers and publishers are still considering their options. For instance, Capcom did not explicitly confirm that a price increase will happen for their creations, but their new games will be assessed on a title-by-title basis. EA is also taking some time to calculate expenses before confirming on any potential price increase.
The PlayStation 5 is now available in selected countries as the first launch date is set on 12th November 2020. Other countries will be getting it on 19th November 2020 whereas Malaysia will be getting noticeably later on 11th December 2020.
If you missed out on our report of the PS5 price and launch date in Malaysia, click right here.
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Pokdepinion: If our currency is as strong as the US or even Singapore, I honestly wouldn’t mind if the PS5 games price were higher. If converted to Ringgit Malaysia, then it becomes excruciatingly painful if it was any higher than USD $70.
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Is That His Head or is Toad Wearing a Hat? Confirmed by Super Mario Odyssey Producer

The mystery that has been bugging gamers for a while now has finally been solved. Super Mario Odyssey’s producer, Yoshiaki Koizumi, has confirmed whether Toad is wearing a hat or if that is actually his head.
Is That His Head or is Toad Wearing a Hat?

The age-old question that has perched itself in the back of psyches everywhere has finally been answered; Toad’s Mushroom cap is, in fact, not a hat at all according to Super Mario Odyssey producer Yoshiaki Koizumi.
The video went on to answer several of the key questions that come up when addressing Super Mario canon such why Mario does not have a belly button, Mario’s relationship status, and of course, whether Toad’s top was a hat or not.

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This video, however, seems to bring about more questions than answers:
So that, as it turns out, is actually Toad’s head, I’m going to have to leave it to all of you to figure out exactly how that works out. Maybe there’s something inside.
Does the mushroom contain a brain? If so, how protective is its casing? Are all of his essential organs contained in the cap and the rest of his body filled with plush? Perhaps a full anatomical report should be published in the near future.
The other 2 questions were dodged by Koizumi-san. The absence of Mario’s belly button, for example, was excused because the developers never thought people would care… they were wrong.
Well to be perfectly honest, I didn’t really expect that to be a topic among fans. Once I heard that people were talking so much about Mario’s belly button, it made me start to think about whether we should revisit the topic on the design side.
Last but not least, we got a response on the matter of Mario’s relationship with Peach and Pauline:
I would appreciate it if we could respect the privacy of those three at this time.

While Super Mario lore delvers will appreciate the teases given here, as they will be able to speculate even further, the huddled masses who are yearning for answers to the questions that have haunted generations of gamers may need to wait longer still to finally understand the intricate reasons for Mario’s Clark Kentian biology and the supposed love triangle at the heart of Super Mario Odyssey.
Pokdepinion: Well, with one mystery solved, it also somewhat sprung up other mysteries. Not sure if the situation is better now or before we knew about it.
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PS Plus Asia September 2017 Free Games Lineup; Free VR Game Included As Well!

The official free games lineup for PS Plus Asia September 2017 is finally out! And it looks we too will get a free VR game ;)

PS Plus Asia September 2017 Free Games Lineup

The official free games lineup for PS Plus Asia September 2017 will be hitting PSN on 7th September and will end on 4th October 2017. PS Plus members, it’s time to check out the free games and extra contents that you will be able to enjoy below.

PS4 action adventure game inFAMOUS Second Son is the 1st highlight. Step into a locked-down Seattle as Delsin Rowe, Enjoy your power as you choose how you will push your awesome abilities to the limit and witness the consequences of your actions as they affect the city and people around you.
Then we have the PS4 action game “BOUND: Shattered Kingdom”. Use dance moves to traverse vast environments filled with platforming challenges. As the game progresses, the introspective story unfolds through powerful metaphor and imagery, adding emotional depth to the protagonist’s journey.
If you prefer a bit of rhythm and story of urban fantasy, the PS Plus Asia September 2017 highlight for the PS Vita features “- DEEMO～The Last Recital～”. Play as Deemo, a mystic character who lives in solitude in a castle all by itself and help the mysterious little girl to get back to her world.

To celebrate one year anniversary of PlayStation VR, there is a bonus free game for the PS Plus Asia September 2017 in the form of “RIGS Mechanized Combat League”. It is available for all PlayStation Plus members starting from 7th September to 4th October.

For the full lineup of games available for free for PS Plus member this month, check them out below:
Full Lineup

inFAMOUS Second Son (PS4)
BOUND: Shattered Kingdom (PS4)
DEEMO~ The Last Recital~ (PS Vita)
RIGS Mechanized Combat League (PS4 / PSVR)
Tokyo Jungle (PS3)
Exclusive Toro September 2017 Theme

If you want to compare it with the previous month’s offering, click here.

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Pokdepinion: Wow, we’re actually also getting inFAMOUS Second Son and a free VR game. The PS Plus Asia September 2017 lineup looks pretty solid to me.
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Xiaomi Celebrates 1.5million Mi 9 Being Sold By Making Special Lei Jun Phone Cases

It’s not wrong to say that Xiaomi has done rather well with their latest flagship device, the Mi 9, with it selling over 1.5million since coming out to the market. Now they are celebrating the occasion by producing special edition phone cases with the name of their CEO imprinted on them.

We designed some special #Mi9 cases with printed names on the back. Here are some sample ones for our CEO @leijun, with two different renditions of his name: "LEIJUN" or "Mr. LEI."
Quick vote: which one does everyone prefer? 🤔#Xiaomi #InnovationForEveryone pic.twitter.com/y6OiKZC43l
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As you can see, the cases had ‘LEIJUN’ and ‘Mr.LEI’ on them and they come in blue, yellow, and red color variants, with each of them coming with black strips on the left side.
Key Xiaomi Mi 9 Specifications

Snapdragon 855, octa-core up to 2.84 GHz, 7nm FinFET
Up to 12GB RAM
Up to 256GB storage
6.39″ FHD+ AMOLED display
48MP f/1.75 Sony IMX586 + 16MP f/2.2 wide angle + 12MP f/2.2 telephoto
20MP f/2.0 selfie camera
MIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie
3300 mAh battery, 27W Charge Turbo, 20W Wireless Charging
6 + 64GB: RM1699
6 + 128GB: RM1999

Interested in the Mi 9? Do stay tuned as we are reviewing the device itself and learn what we fully think of the latest flagship from Xiaomi.

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Pokdepinion: Though the design looks simple, it looks good enough. It would be kind of nice if they allowed for the name on the case to be customized..
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MIUI 7.1 Global Stable Build roll out on 5th January

Just months after MIUI 7 was released to the public, the latest MIUI 7.1 Global and China stable build will start rolling out on the 5th of January 2015. MIUI 7 brought a lot of disappointment to expectant users and fans, myself included, who were hoping to get an update to Android 5.0 Lollipop, but instead just received an update based on their current Android version, KitKat for older devices, or Lollipop for the more recent devices like the Mi4i.

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First batch of devices to get the update are:
Mi 3, Mi 4 3G/4G, Mi Note, Mi Note Pro, Mi 4c, Mi 4i, Redmi 1S, Redmi Note 3G, Redmi Note 4G Single SIM/Dual-SIM, Mi Pad 1/2.
The following devices will get the update later:
Mi 2/2S, Redmi 2, Redmi Note 2, Redmi Note 3

Pokdepinion: I think Xiaomi is the only company that still supports their old devices with the latest updates. Although this update will most probably still not bring Android 6.0 Marshmallow or even Android 5.0 Lollipop to its devices but at least the older devices are kept up to date with the latest software features of MIUI.

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PlayStation 5 Expected to be Energy Efficient to Combat Climate Change

I’m sure many of you have heard about climate change and global warming several times by now. You might not know this but gaming and fighting against climate change can go hand in hand. One particular interesting thing we can expect is related to the upcoming Sony PlayStation 5 console.
The Playing for the Planet alliance brings some of the largest companies in video games together to take action against climate change. Sony Interactive Entertainment President and CEO Jim Ryan spoke at the United Nations Climate Summit to explain how the PS5 will contribute to these efforts.
Ryan announced that the PS5 will be able to suspend gameplay with much lower power consumption than the PS4. This process is estimated to consume 0.5 watts on the PS5, a figure that is significantly less compared to the PS4’s 8.5 watts recorded by a study from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), which you can read by clicking here.

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Getting as low as 0.5 watts will be an interesting challenge, as Ryan claims significant efforts were made to reduce the power consumption of the PS4. Regardless of these efforts, the NRDC study found that the PS4 consumed more than twice the annual energy the PS3 did, with more of this energy coming from standby mode than from playing games.
Ryan also estimated that Sony Interactive Entertainment has reduced 16 million metric tons of carbon emissions to date. He expects this number to rise to 29 million metric tons over the course of the next decade. He says a carbon footprint assessment of the company’s gaming services will be reported to its datacentres at some point in the future.
Sony Interactive Entertainment isn’t the only company on board with the Playing for the Planet alliance. Microsoft, Google, Ubisoft, Twitch, and other major gaming companies are committed to the fight as well. Together, they hope to create a 30-million-ton reduction in CO2 emissions by 2030.
Pokdepinion: In all honesty, if you can’t be bothered about the planet, you can always think of it as a way to reduce your electricity bill. I’m not here to judge on what you choose to believe in, but I know savings are beneficial for everyone and it’s something you can feel.
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Ubisoft wishes you Happy Playdays; Get your FREE copy of Watch Dogs and World in Conflict!

Ubisoft is very generous this festive season! Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag is already free, but two more games has already been added to the list of free ones. The games are Watch Dogs and World in Conflict, and they will be available for free until 6:00 pm, 23th December.
Watch Dogs
Live out your dreams of being a master hacker in Watch Dogs, as everything can be hacked, and everyone. Eh, wrong game?

Here’s Watch Dogs’ synopsis on Steam:

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All it takes is the swipe of a finger. We connect with friends. We buy the latest gadgets and gear. We find out what’s happening in the world. But with that same simple swipe, we cast an increasingly expansive shadow. With each connection, we leave a digital trail that tracks our every move and milestone, our every like and dislike. And it’s not just people. Today, all major cities are networked. Urban infrastructures are monitored and controlled by complex operating systems.
In Watch_Dogs, this system is called the Central Operating System (CTOS) – and it controls almost every piece of the city’s technology and holds key information on all of the city’s residents.
You play as Aiden Pearce, a brilliant hacker and former thug, whose criminal past led to a violent family tragedy. Now on the hunt for those who hurt your family, you’ll be able to monitor and hack all who surround you by manipulating everything connected to the city’s network. Access omnipresent security cameras, download personal information to locate a target, control traffic lights and public transportation to stop the enemy…and more.
Use the city of Chicago as your ultimate weapon and exact your own style of revenge.
World in Conflict
For some reason, this game is no longer available on Steam or Ubisoft for purchase. You can ONLY get it for free now. It’s a real-time strategy game that allows you to play on either the US’ or USSR’s side.

Do note that compatibility with newer setups is supposedly fickle with this title. But who cares? You are getting it for free.
Get your FREE games from Ubisoft here!
Pokdepinion: I have added both games to my Uplay account, but I doubt I will be playing either game anytime soon.
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Transcend announces the MTE850 PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD, boasting speeds up to 2500MB/s!

Transcend has announced their very first M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD, the Transcend MTE850. The latest SSD from the Taiwanese storage manufacturer utilizes the PCIe Gen3 x4 interface and is fully compatible with the NVMe 1.2 specifications. This is not the first M.2 SSD from the company, as we have already reviewed the MTS800 M.2 SATA SSD previously.
The SSD is built with 3D MLC chips, with up to 512GB of capacity on the tiny M.2 form factor, perfect for enthusiasts who want to max out their storage both in terms of speed and capacity, without taking up too much space in their clean builds.

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The 3D MLC NAND used in the Transcend MTE850 offer excellent reliability and low power consumption, all benefits of the latest 3D NAND over the traditional 2D NAND. The newest 3D NAND chips also offer much faster speeds over 2D NAND. DDR3 DRAM cache and SLC caching is used to deliver the astonishing speeds of 2500MB/s (read) and 1100MB/s (write). Reliability is also enhanced by Low Density Parity Check (LDPC) error correction technology.
Like other drives from Transcend, the MTE850 will also feature the SSD Scope software for monitoring, backup and also cloning of the drive. The Transcend MTE850 M.2 PCIe SSD will be available in several capacities, ranging from 128GB to 512GB, all of which are covered by Transcend’s 3-year limited warranty.
Pokdepinion: There was no mention of pricing, but we all know speed comes at a price… and with great speed usually comes with great monetary costs.
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Launch Date Accidentally Leaked

The next Galaxy Unpacked date, which is expected to be the launch of the new Samsung Galaxy S23 series, has apparently been leaked accidentally.
Samsung Galaxy S23 Series Galaxy Unpacked Leak

In December, tipster Ice Universe claimed that Samsung would unveil the Galaxy S23 series on 1st February 2023, and this was later confirmed by Samsung’s Colombian branch when they created a webpage for the Galaxy Unpacked event.

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However, that webpage has since been removed, suggesting that the Colombian branch may have prematurely revealed the event date. It is expected that Samsung will make an official announcement about the event soon.
The flagship series is expected to include three models: the base model Galaxy S23, the Plus, and the Ultra. While Samsung has not provided any information about these models, leaked images suggest that they will have a similar design. More details about the lineup are likely to emerge in the lead-up to the Galaxy Unpacked event on 1st February 2023.
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Pokdepinion: I’m personally hoping they do something different this time around instead of being just another performance upgrade. Also looking forward to see how the camera has evolved.
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