Top 10 Horror Games That You Can Play To Scare Yourself Silly This Halloween

The spookiest day of the year has come to haunt us yet again! To celebrate, we’re listing down our top ten horror games (on all platforms) that you can play to scare the socks off of you and/or your friends this Halloween! Most of these games are currently on sale as part of Steam’s Halloween sale so if you’re a PC gamer, now is the best time for you all to check all these games out. The list below is in no particular order.
Top 10 horror games to play this Halloween
Phasmophobia

Phasmophobia is currently one of the most played games on Steam ever since it came out on Early Access last year. The premise is pretty simple, you play as one of four paranormal investigators tasked to investigate and identify a ghost that’s haunting the location that you have chosen in-game. The game offers you a large choice of tools to aid you in your investigation that includes a UV light, a spirit box, different types of cameras, an EMF reader, and even an ouija board. Be warned though, your investigation will upset the ghost which will then hunt you. Investigate the location fast or die trying.

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Phasmophobia is a recent personal favourite horror game of mine as I have played the game quite a lot with my friends and cousins. To me, it never fails to bring the scares to almost every round I play. Recently, Phasmophobia has had a major update that pretty much overhauled the whole look and feel of the game. The update more or less made the game scarier than before by making the ghost’s AI more intelligent than before which in turn makes it harder for you to escape it…with your life.
Phasmophobia is one of the top horror games you can play right now and it is available on Steam.
Alien: Isolation

The next horror game on our list is Alien: Isolation, considered by many as one of the scariest games ever made. In Alien: Isolation, you play as Amanda Ripley, the granddaughter of Ellen Ripley, the protagonist of the original Alien movie franchise. Set fifteen years after the original movie, Amanda is on a quest to uncover the cause of her mother’s disappearance but little did she know that the same monster that terrified her mother all those years ago is set to terrify her as well.
Alien: Isolation is one of those horror games that I absolutely love but absolutely hate at the same time. Yes, the game was a blast to play but God did it mess with my anxiety and my claustrophobia. I was pretty impressed by the Alien’s brilliant AI that kept me on my increasingly shot wits to keep myself from dying in its clutches. The feeling of desperation was incredibly real with this game. Just thinking about is causing me Vietnam flashbacks right now.
Alien: Isolation is available on Steam, Epic Games Store, PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.
Outlast

Outlast is a horror game that has been on numerous ‘Best Horror Game’ lists and for a very good reason. The game is s**t-your-pants scary. I remember having an absolutely torrid time playing this game because I couldn’t get past just how scary and stressful the whole experience was. I have been to a few real-life ‘ghost hunts’ and to be completely honest, I’d rather go for those again than play Outlast again.
In Outlast, you play as an investigative reporter investigating an abandoned mental asylum that was recently re-opened for ‘research’. What he finds inside the asylum is a terrifying nightmare filled with horrors that teeter between mad science and religious fanatics. You’ll have to find a way to escape the asylum without confronting any of the threats inside, accompanied by nothing but a handheld camera with a battery that constantly runs out of juice.
Outlast is available on Steam, PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.
Resident Evil 2 Remake

The Resident Evil 2 was released back in 2019 and was lauded by many fans and critics alike for its faithful update of the original game’s premise while also providing great gameplay and great scares as well. You play as franchise favourites Leon S. Kennedy and Claire Redfield as they try and find a way to escape Raccoon CIty which has been overrun by a viral outbreak that turns people into zombies and other freakish monsters.
I wasn’t all that excited about the game and passed on it initially when it first came out. I didn’t play the original Resident Evil 2 when I was younger and my introduction to the franchise was Resident Evil 4 which I found to be really fun. I finally picked up the game sometime last year when it went on sale and boy, was I in for a fun but terrifying ride. The gameplay was fun and solid and the lack of ammo with most of the weapons forced me to think my way out of situations rather than blast my way through. Speaking of thinking, the puzzles in RE2 are really fun and downright, well, puzzling.
I remember getting super stressed when the Tyrant was around because he’s literally unstoppable, that is until you find a way to stop him. There are times when I just screamed uncontrollably whenever the dude just pops up out of nowhere and just decides to go all Terminator on your sorry butt. Resident Evil 2 is available on Steam, PS4 and Xbox One.
Dead Space 2

Dead Space 2 is the second game in the brilliant sci-fi horror Dead Space series. You once again play as Isaac Clarke, the protagonist from the first game, three years after the events in the original game. The game starts with him waking up on a space station that has been overrun by mutant creatures called Necromorphs. Now Isaac has to fight his way through to find out what exactly caused the outbreak and why.
I love the Dead Space franchise and in particular this one because it literally took what made the first game great and just cranked it up tenfold. The first few moments of the game were one of the best and terrifying roller coaster rides I’ve ever experienced in a horror game. The game strikes a great balance between action and horror that not many games could pull off. Dead Space 2 at times makes you feel like ‘Hell yeah I can take these buggers’ but then just unloads on you so hard you’ll be screeching and begging for the Necromorphs to just die already.
Dead Space 2 is only available on PC right now through Steam and Origin.
Five Nights at Freddy’s 1 and 2

You might be wondering why Five Nights at Freddy’s is on this list. I know that some people may have written off the whole series as nothing more than one-trick ponies that merely rely on jumpscares to be scary. True but not many people remember that the early games in the series were genuinely great horror games. Yes, they did rely on jumpscares to get you to jump off your seat in fear but they also had great gameplay that required a steely backbone and strategy to win. Also, the early games were really creepy and had an ominous vibe to them which the newer games sorely lacks.
Five Nights at Freddy’s is a point-and-click game that sees you play as a security guard at a pizza restaurant that features the restaurant’s animatronic mascots. You then discover, through voicemails left by your predecessor you find out that the animatronic mascots become active and move around at night. You also learn that the mascots will kill you if they see you. So the whole premise of the game is for the player to avoid the mascots and survive for five nights (hence the game’s name) which will become increasingly more difficult to do as you progress.
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 also follows the first game’s premise (new security guard, survive the mascots) but with a few slight differences. The sequel is set at a different location than the first game and does not feature doors like in the first game that the players can close to ward off the mascots. Players will instead use a torchlight to scare them away as well as other means to deter them away. Similar to the first game, you will have to survive five nights, each night becoming increasingly more difficult.
Five Nights at Freddy’s 1 and 2 are available on PC through Steam, Android, iOS as well as Nintendo Switch.
Slender: The Eight Pages

Now we move on to a modern classic when it comes to the horror game genre. Borne out of a Creepypasta meme, Slender: The Eight Pages introduces you to the terrifying, suit-wearing Slender Man and took the internet and the gaming world by storm when it came out in 2012, gaining a huge following through ‘Let’s Play’ videos on YouTube. The premise is simple and straightforward, the player has to find eight pages of a diary while the Slender Man chases you, becoming more aggressive as you collect more and more pages. Collect all pages before the Slender Man catches you and kills you.
I remember being absolutely terrified by this game back in 2012 mainly because I hadn’t really played horror games all that much back then. Also, the gameplay itself was pretty effective in creating a sense of dread and tension especially when you’re halfway through collecting all the pages. Not to mention that the atmosphere of the game made you feel extremely claustrophobic even though the game was mostly set out in an open area.
Slender: The Eight Pages was a pretty short and effectively scary game that manages to achieve what many of its other more high-budgeted peers at that time could not; deliver scares while also being very entertaining to play. Slender: The Eight Pages is available now on PC.
Doki Doki Literature Club

Don’t let the cutesy anime aesthetic fool you, Doki Doki Literature Club is one of the best horror games you can play right now, delivering a scary and an incredibly disturbing experience that will leave you feeling cold. Doki Doki Literature Club is a visual novel where you play as a high school student joining your school’s literature club after being invited in by your childhood Sayori. There you meet the members of the literature club which you have the option to woo. From there the game takes you down a path that turns the game from an innocent dating sim into a psychological horror fest.
Recommended by a friend, I really did not know what to expect from Doki Doki Literature Club when I first played it. I wasn’t a huge fan of the visual novel genre especially something with this type of aesthetic but I am glad (or maybe regret?) playing the game until the end because this game is really messed up. Not going to go into spoilers but there are some character paths that really affected me psychologically, either for the better or for the worse. You’ll have to experience the game yourself to fully understand why so many people rate this game so highly.
Doki Doki Literature Club is available now Steam. A new Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! was also recently released which include new content as well as upgraded graphics. Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! is available on Steam, Epic Games Store, PS4, PS5, XBox One, Xbox Series X and S as well as Nintendo Switch.
Lust From Beyond

Lust From Beyond is the most recent horror game on this launch and was released back in March this year. The game presents a Victorian and gothic horror experience that is filled with (as the name of the game suggests) erotic and sexual images and scenes of intense gore. The game’s whole look and feel is inspired by the works of horror greats such as H.P. Lovecraft and H.R. Giger and it defintely shows. If you enjoy the atmosphere of old school gothic horror movies like Dracula or The Haunting, then you’re in for a treat.
Lust From Beyond sees you play as Victor, a man plagued by dreams and visions of pain and pleasure who seek the help of the Cult of Ecstacy in order to uncover the meaning of his visions. From there you will travel through a paranormal world where you face off against supernatural beings to survive, either by running or hiding or even fighting your way through. You will also encounter many puzzle mechanics throughout the game that will test your wits.
I randomly discovered Lust From Beyond while I was browsing through Steam a few months ago. The premise of the game intrigued me enough for me to purchase the game and have a go at it. The game is by no means the best horror game out there but the overall psychological horror aspect of it is something that I truly enjoyed. The whole aesthetic of the game is also pretty interesting as I personally find gothic designs to be incredibly eerie. A word of warning though, the game has some pretty intense scenes of nudity and eroticism that can get borderline pornographic at times. So, play at your own risk.
Lust From Beyond is available right now on Steam. Lust from Beyond: M Edition is also coming soon to PC, PS4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch that removes all the intense nudity that’s present in the original game.
Left 4 Dead 2

Hear me out. Left 4 Dead 2 is probably not what you would traditionally think when someone mentions horror games but I am definitely including the game on this list for a few reasons. Firstly, it’s my list so what I say goes. Two, it has zombies. Three, this game gets outright scary and stressful when played on higher difficulties. Four, try play the ‘Hard Rain’ campaign on Realism and tell me this does not belong in the horror game category.
Left 4 Dead 2 is a co-op multiplayer game where you play as one of four survivors fighting their way through hordes of mutated zombies through various maps. Players will have to rely on good coordination and communication between party members in order for them to survive the game, especially when playing on higher difficulties. The game also has other multiplayer modes for you to play including modes where you play as the zombies and its mutated brethren to take out the human survivors.
There’s a reason why Left 4 Dead 2 is still popular and widely played on Steam even though the game is more than a decade old. Its gameplay is fun and frantic that for the most part still holds up even today. The modding community behind the game is also another reason why the game is still popular with new custom maps being churned out pretty consistently. You can try playing these custom maps for a truly terrifying Left 4 Dead 2 experience:

Dark Wood
The Bloody Moors

Left 4 Dead 2 is available on Steam.
And that’s the Top 10 horror games you can play to scare yourself this Halloween. Have other horror games that you love that isn’t on our list? Write in the comments on our Facebook page and let us know! For more news, tips and tricks or interesting content like this, do stay tuned to us here at Pokde.net!
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Pokdepinion: Don’t miss out on this opportunity to collaborate, create, and play your way with Intel® Evo™, Gaming, and Modern devices. Experience the seamless integration of Intel® Core™ Processors, Windows 11, and Acer’s innovative technology. Upgrade your digital lifestyle today.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Price and Specifications for Malaysian Market

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Specifications for Malaysian Market

This is the official specifications for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 smartphone for the Malaysian market based on information obtained during its launch event.

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CPU/Chipset:
Snapdragon 660 (8 x Kryo 260 @ up to 2.2 GHz)

GPU:
Adreno 512

RAM:
3GB / 4GB

Display:
6.3″ FHD+ (2340 x 1080) Dot Drop display
2.5D Curved Reflective Glass Back, Corning Gorilla Glass 5

Storage:
32GB / 64GB / 128GB

Camera:
Main Camera(s)
48MP f/1.8, 1.6μm 4-in-1 Super Pixel
5MP f/2.2, 1.12μm
PDAF, Single Tone Dual Flash, AI Portraits, Steady Handheld Night Photography
Front Camera
13MP f/2.0, 1.12μm
HDR, AI Portraits, AI Beautify, AI Scene Detection

OS:
MIUI 10, based on Android 9.0 Pie

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4 GHz + 5 GHz)
Bluetooth 5.0
NFC
IR Blaster
LTE-FDD: 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/20/28

SIM:
Dual nanoSIM

Battery:
4,000 mAh (non-removable)
Qualcomm QuickCharge 4.0

Dimensions:
159.21 x 75.21 x 8.1 mm

Weight:
186 g

Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Price for Malaysian Market

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 will be available in Malaysia starting 27th March 2019 onwards and will come with an 18-month long warranty period. For the retail price of the smartphone, we have listed it right below here for its specific variants:

3GB RAM + 32GB Internal Storage = RM679
4GB RAM + 64GB Internal Storage = RM799
4GB RAM + 128GB Internal Storage = RM949

If you missed out on the device’s official launch event in Malaysia, click right here.
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Machines Protection Plan Launched in Malaysia; Protect Your Beloved iPhones NOW

Machines officially launched the Machines Protection Plan, providing protection from accidental damage for your iPhones for as low as 42 sen per day.
Machines Protection Plan Launched in Malaysia

Machines Sdn Bhd (Machines) today officially launched a device protection plan for customers in Malaysia. Known as the Machines Protection Plan (MPP), this plan provides protection from accidental damage such as cracked screens and water damage for as low as 42 sen per day.

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The Machines Protection Plan allows customers to enjoy 1 screen replacement or 1 full device replacement during the 2 year coverage period. The Machines Protection Plan ranges from RM299 to RM899, depending on the model of the protected device, and can be obtained at local Machines stores upon purchase of a new device.
Machines Protection Plan Price

Apple Watch: RM299
iPhone SE / 6: RM299
iPhone 6s / 6s Plus: RM599
iPhone 7 / 7 Plus: RM599
iPhone 8 / 8 Plus: RM599
iPhone X: RM899

For the 1-time full device replacement service fee under the plan, all iPhone models will have a fee of RM299 except for the iPhone X, which is at RM499. As for the 1 time screen replacement charges, it will be completely free of charge whereas the battery replacement will cost RM49 for all iPhone models.
A survey by Otterbox Inc. in 2015 stated that 29% of Malaysians accidentally damage their smartphones within the first three months of purchase. The same study also revealed that 75% of Malaysian smartphone users have damaged their devices almost 3 times in the past 5 years.
Machines has selected Aon Insurance Brokers (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (Aon Malaysia) as its insurance broker to offer this device protection plan, underwritten by AIG Malaysia Insurance Berhad.
Gwen Khor, Vice President, Affinity, Aon Malaysia said:
We are proud to support Machines in the development and rollout of the MPP. With the ever growing number of mobile devices and the upward trend of device damage rates amongst smartphone users in Malaysia, we believe that this protection plan comes at exactly the right time.
Andrew Cheng, Director of Machines, explained that the Machines Protection Plan will help relieve the cost of repairing or replacing damaged mobile devices that needs to be borne by customers.
Smartphones are becoming an increasingly important part of daily life as more and more Malaysians rely on them for personal and professional reasons. As the use of mobile phones becomes routine, the chances of accidental damage also increases. We are also working on extending the MPP to include new devices purchased from third-party sources such as telcos.

If you’d like to know more about the Machines Protection Plan for your Apple devices, click here to find out more.

Pokdepinion: One of the biggest frustrations iPhone owners face is when their screen breaks. Sometimes, it just happens and you can’t help it but when you see how much the repairs cost, you just feel like crying. For the small price you’re paying for the protection plan, it will ensure that your use of the iPhone for the next 2 years will be headache-free. Better safe than sorry.
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Sony Xperia Z5’s camera crowned king by DXOMark

The Xperia Z5 has just strutted its way to the top of the DxOMark Mobile charts, usurping the throne from Samsung’s Galaxy S6 Edge, and also taking a giant leap up to the top away from its predecessor, the Sony Xperia Z3 Plus.

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For the uninitiated, the Xperia Z5 boasts a new 23MP Exmor RS sensor with a hybrid autofocus system that promises autofocus in 0.03s. The most interesting thing is that this isn’t the Xperia Z5’s final form yet. The tests are done on the default settings of each respective camera, which means that the Xperia Z5 is tested with its default resolution, which is 8MP with supersampling, not the image sensor’s full resolution of 23MP.

The Xperia Z5 trades punches with the Galaxy S6 Edge, with the S6 Edge coming ahead in certain areas and the Z5 in others, resulting in both scoring the same sub-score for stills. Speaking of which, both the Xperia Z5 and Galaxy S6 Edge use Sony sensors, which shows how experienced Sony is in making quality camera sensors for smartphones. The Apple iPhone 6 Plus lags behind both devices. However it also must be noted that the iPhone 6 Plus has the lowest resolution among the three devices compared here as well as being the oldest one.

The Xperia Z5 leads the other two phones especially in the stabilization department. The iPhone 6 Plus lags behind the Xperia Z5 by a pretty big margin According to DXOMark, “even with vigorous walking motion, we found the Z5’s videos to be well-stabilized. What’s more, just as when shooting stills, the autofocus system works really well for video, particularly in good light. It’s not bad when shooting video under low-light conditions either, just a little slower sometimes to kick in when changing scenes.”

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Pokdepinion: It seems like Sony’s continued focus on improving its imaging department has paid off with the Xperia Z5 topping the DXOMark Mobile charts. After so many generations of mediocre camera performance, it is nice to see Sony to be the top dog in imaging. I still remember when Sony Ericsson phones were known for their excellent image quality at that time…
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KEF LS50 Now Comes In Special Black Edition – Once You Go Black, There’s No Turning Back!

KEF has announce and launch today the newest rendition of their LS50, which is now available in a special Black Edition.
KEF LS50 Black Edition
It’s been five years since the LS50 model was launch, and now it comes in a sleek Black Edition. Created to extend the LS50 range, the new Black Edition also contains all the engineering innovations found in the standard finish LS50.
The brand new edition uses the same Uni-Q driver array albeit now in black, set in a matte black cabinet which is coated with metallic powder.

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The LS50 Black Edition also has a special plaque featuring a unique serial number for each pair of speakers. Each pair also features a unique Black Edition trim ring and black Chrome plated terminals.
Here is the video of the speakers when it first came out.

Official retail price for these beauties is SGD1,800 (including GST) and is now available at KEF Singapore Store at The Adelphi. For more information on the wireless speakers and other KEF products, you can click right here to go to their official website and find out where to make a purchase here in Malaysia.
Pokdepinion: Wow, it costs SGD1,800 (which is around RM5300+). Imagine what you can do with that amount of money. Personally, I’ve never got the chance to test the speaker of any of their other audio products, so I can’t mention if it is indeed really worth it. Hint hint, please give me some KEF :P
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Malaysia has been selected to be the premiere location for the documentary, with the Red Bull OG team to make an appearance to commemorate the launch and meet their Malaysian fans. The debut screening will be held at Sunway University on the 7th of August 2019.
The film will act as a precursor to the International 2019, which looks set to offer a $30million prize pool where the team will be looking to retain their crown.

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With the film, it gives unique insight into the experiences of Johan “N0tail” Sundstein, Sébastien “Ceb” Debs, Jesse “JerAx” Vainikka, Anathan “ana” Pham, Topias “Topson” Taavitsainen, as well as their coach, Cristian “ppasarel” Banasean.
To celebrate with the screening of Against the Odds, Red Bull is giving fans the opportunity to win exclusive passes to the screening and the opportunity to meet the Red Bull OG team. Here’s how you can participate:

Upload a video of you wishing team Red Bull OG good luck at Ti9 together with any can of Red Bull product
Upload the video on Instagram with the hashtag #MeetOG and tag @redbullmy
The most creative submission will win two passes to the Against the Odds screening on 7th of August 2019 and the chance to meet the Red Bull OG team

Pokdepinion: It’s not every day that Ti winners come to your country… well what are you waiting for? Join for a chance to meet them!
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Come join the MasterClacker Keyboard Meetup 2017

Calling all keyboard enthusiasts! We’ve got some fantastic news for you. Cooler Master is proudly organising a meetup special for keyboard enthusiasts and fans of all shapes and sizes. This is the first time Cooler Master has done this sort of gathering here in Malaysia, after a few successful gatherings overseas.
The gathering is the perfect opportunity for you to showcase your prized keyboards, talk and mingle with other fans in this one of a kind gathering. Doesn’t matter the make or brand or size of your keyboard, the purpose is to just come and have a good time with other fans. Of course, food and drinks will be graciously provided by Cooler Master.
MasterClacker Keyboard Meetup 2017
So what are you waiting for guys? Come join and lepak with Cooler Master and other keyboard enthusiasts in the MasterClacker Keyboard Meetup 2017.

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Register here if you’re interested.
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There is quite a bit of confidence with the Apple A17 Bionic as its improvements are expected to drive high demand for the iPhone 15 Pro series.
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According to reports from Taiwan, Apple is expecting a 35% improvement in power efficiency from its latest A17 Bionic chipset, which is reportedly built on TSMC’s 3nm FinFet technology process. This will be a key feature driving “replacement demand” among iPhone users, along with the new camera and USB-C charging port.

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As reported by DigiTimes, Apple has bought the entire first production run of TSMC’s 3nm chips, making it the only smartphone company with access to such a semiconductor in 2023. Meanwhile, Qualcomm and MediaTek have decided not to develop their own solutions for now, with MediaTek citing “high production costs” and Qualcomm holding back to assess the situation.
Samsung is already investing heavily in its 3nm process technology, and the company has stated that it will continue to develop it without sacrificing legacy 130-65 nm nodes.

The A17 Bionic chipset is expected to be used in the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, which will also feature a refreshed design, periscope camera, and solid-state volume and power buttons. Meanwhile, the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are likely to stick to the A16 Bionic, but they will also receive the USB-C treatment after the European Union effectively pushed Apple to ditch the Lighting port.
The power efficiency improvement of the Apple A17 Bionic chipset will provide significant benefits to iPhone users, making the device run smoother and longer on a single charge. This innovation is a game-changer for Apple, further cementing its dominance in the smartphone market. Stay tuned for more updates on Apple’s latest technology advancements.
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Pokdepinion: You know darn well I would be moving to one of the new iPhone 15 Pro devices when it’s out. I can’t wait to see it, especially with the expected USB-C implementation.
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Fujitsu Releases The Fujitsu UH-X – A 13.3-inch business laptop that weighs less than a kilogramme

Fujitsu has just launched their new Fujitsu UH-X business laptop. The UH-X weighs just 778g and is part of the UH-series which is known for its extraordinarily lightweight design that is optimised for mobility.

The Fujitsu UH-X features a 13.3-inch LED display and comes equipped with up to Intel Core i7-10510U processor, 16GB LPDDR3 RAM and 1TB SSD PCIe storage. The UH-X is also packed with plenty of ports, two cameras, an optional privacy filter, and has one of the biggest batteries in the series at 25Wh which can last up to 7.5 hrs. The laptop is also fitted with features such as facial recognition technology supported by Windows Hello.

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Fujitsu UH-X price and availability

The Fujitsu UH-X is available to purchase now starting from RM4199. It can be purchased at either GLOO, Thunder Match Technologies (TMT) or any participating stores across the country. Furthermore, there is a promotion happening to celebrate the launch of the UH-X whereby each customer who purchases the laptop from now till 11 October, will stand a chance to walk home with gifts worth up to RM1025. Some of the prizes include a 22-inch monitor or 27-inch monitor, access to Microsoft Office 365, and a branded laptop sleeve.
For more information about the Fujitsu UH-X, do head over to the official Fujitsu website here.
Pokdepinion: The UH-X looks pretty sweet in my opinion and I’m a fan of really light laptops.
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[E3 2021] Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is The Tactical Crossover Sequel

For those of you who have owned the Nintendo Switch for a while now, I’m sure you’ve heard of Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle. At E3 2021 during the Ubisoft Forward portion, a sequel was officially announced and it’s called Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope.
[E3 2021] Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope

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Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is the long-awaited sequel to Kingdom Battle, and it was officially announced at E3 2021. We got a brand new cinematic trailer alongside a small bit of gameplay during the show. Funny enough, the game was leaked hours before the announcement on the Nintendo eShop, which pretty much pointed at the announcement being imminent.
From the trailer, we learn that the game follow Mario and the Rabbids going through space. Eventually, they come across the Rabbids interpretation of Rosalina and Luma, whom you may remember from Super Mario Galaxy. Soon enough, they are introduced to the game’s antagonist, Cursa.

The game seems to retain the tactical combat reminiscent of XCOM from its predecessor but it appears to have evolved in certain key areas. Movement seems to be more fluid in combat now, and we get a look at new environments including a mansion, a cave, and a beach. It appears we’ll be getting a new Rabbid ally as well. The game does look pretty solid, especially for a Nintendo Switch game.
Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope will be coming exclusively to the Nintendo Switch sometime in 2022. No exact release date is available yet at the time of this writing.
We reviewed the previous Mario + Rabbids game and if you want to know how good that game is, click right here.
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Pokdepinion: I’ve been waiting for a proper sequel for a long time. Honestly, I thought it was just gonna be a one and done thing but I guess they extended the partnership. It’s a surprisingly good game and I hope the sequel will truly be better.
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All-new ROG Zephyrus family now available with 9th Generation Intel Core processors

The ROG Zephyrus debut was at Computex 2017, with a groundbreaking Active Aerodynamic System (AAS) to enable improved air intake despite its slim build. Various iterations has spawned since, with the latest ROG Zephyrus S shrinking the bezels around the display for even better portability. Now ASUS expands the ROG Zephyrus family with the Zephyrus M and Zephyrus G lineups, refreshed with 9th Generation Intel Core processors.
ROG Zephyrus S
The new ROG Zephyrus S is no longer a single model. ASUS refreshed the whole design, and the new ROG Zephyrus S comes in three new flavors, the Zephyrus S GX701, Zephyrus S GX531 and Zephyrus S GX502. The ROG Zephyrus S GX701 and ROG Zephyrus S GX531 are refreshes of older designs, but the ROG Zephyrus S GX502 is an all-new design. All of the ROG Zephyrus S models feature the innovative AAS intakes for enhanced cooling performance.
ROG Zephyrus S GX701
Speaking of the display, the standard variant of the ROG Zepyhrus S GX701 touts a 144 Hz G-SYNC PANTONE Validated panel. ASUS also equipped it with a ROG-exclusive GPU switch which allows you to enable NVIDIA Optimus for longer battery life, or switch to NVIDIA G-SYNC mode for fluid gaming.

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For the professionals out there, there will also be a special version of the Zephyrus S GX701 with a HDR panel with full coverage of the Rec.709 color space. There’s no G-SYNC here with this display, so NVIDIA Optimus works out of the box. What it does have is higher brightness, better contrast and localized dimming across 15 backlight zones.

The ROG Zephyrus S GX701 can be configured with up to a GeForce RTX 2080 GPU. Thanks to ROG Boost, the high-end GPU can run at up to 1230 MHz at 100W, higher than what most ultraportable gaming laptops can offer. Of course, there is also going to be a new 9th Generation Intel Core processor in this svelte beast for unprecedented performance in a laptop form factor.
ROG Zephyrus S GX531

The ROG Zephyrus S GX531 is just 15mm thin, with a 15.6″ display and narrow bezels for a smaller footprint. Just like its larger brethren, the ROG Zephyrus S GX531 will be offered with a GeForce RTX 2080 with the same ROG Boost speeds. It will also be available with a new 240 Hz display to help you dominate in games. The ROG Zephyrus S GX531 is the gaming laptop for those who require portability above all.
ROG Zephyrus S GX502
The ROG Zephyrus S GX531 and Zephyrus S GX701 feature a forward keyboard position, which increases cooling and prevents you from having to put your hands on toasty palm rests. The all-new ROG Zephyrus S GX502 comes with a traditional keyboard position to allow it to be used on a lap like a laptop.

While it features a more traditional design, it’s performance definitely isn’t outdated. Featuring a new 9th Gen Intel Core processor and a GeForce RTX 2070 which runs at up to 1540 MHz at 115W with ROG Boost, the ROG Zephyrus S GX502 offers performance that rivals much larger laptops. There’s also the ROG-exclusive GPU switch to let you choose between silky visuals with G-SYNC or a longer battery life with your Intel iGPU.
ASUS offers the ROG Zephyrus S GX502 with a 240 Hz/3ms PANTONE Validated display for fluid visuals when gaming and critical color accuracy when working. The whole package weighs just 2.0kg and measures a slim 18.9mm, making it the perfect gaming system to use on the go.
ROG Zephyrus M GU502
The ROG Zephyrus M GU502 drops the AAS system for a simpler and more robust design. With that said, the ROG Zephyrus M GU502 matches the ROG Zephyrus S GX502 nearly punch-for-punch with a new ESS SABRE DAC, dual NVMe SSD support and a option of PANTONE Validated 144 Hz and 240 Hz display options.

The ROG Zephyrus M GU502 sports powerful fans and quad heatsinks to enable the GeForce RTX 2060 to run at up to 1435 MHz at 90W with ROG Boost. With NVIDIA Optimus, the ROG Zephyrus M GU502 can deliver up to 8 hours on a single charge. Charging up will also be extra convenient with support for USB Power Delivery over USB-C.
ROG Zephyrus G GA502
The first AMD Ryzen-powered ROG Zephyrus ever, we now have the ROG Zephyrus G GA502. With an AMD Ryzen CPU and a GeForce GTX 1660 Ti, ASUS manages to bring ultraslim gaming down to more affordable prices, without compromising on performance.

The ROG Zephyrus G GA502’s GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is clocked up to 1335 MHz at 60W with ROG Boost. It can be equipped with either a 60 Hz display or a high refresh rate display running at 120 Hz to better enjoy the visuals that the Turing GPU can deliver. Then there is the quad-core Ryzen 7 Mobile APU which will be more than sufficient to tackle any task you can throw at it.
Which ROG Zephyrus do you think is for you?
Pokdepinion: The ROG Zephyrus series has really grown. I thought it was just a single model back then, but now it has expanded to a whole lineup of portable gaming laptops.
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Transforming the Educational Experience with the JOI® Smartboard

Technology has evolved greatly over the years, with more and more sectors benefiting from it. Education is one are that has seen a major growth but there is still a long way to go to truly take it to the next level. With schools expected to reopen in stages during this Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO) period, it is the perfect time to transform the educational experience with the help of the JOI® Smartboard.
What is the JOI® Smartboard?

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Built on Intel®’s Interactive Flat Panel Display, the JOI® Smartboard is an all-in-one digital solution to take education to the next level. With displays available in 65-inch, 75-inch, and 85-inch with 4K UHD resolution, it can replace the traditional whiteboard, blackboard, and projectors while also adding a host of incredible features.

Powered by the Intel® Core™ CPU, the JOI® Smartboard has Android OS built in, which gives access to a wide variety of apps, such as WPS Office, Cloud Save, Note, Browser, and more. With easy access to sidebar widgets, you have rich tools available at your fingertips. If that isn’t enough, it supports Windows OS as well, complete with Wi-Fi support thanks to its detachable PC and Wi-Fi modules. For the Open Pluggable Specification (OPS) module, we’ve including the specifications right below here:
OPS Module Specifications

CPU
Intel® Core™ i3 / i5 / i7

RAM
Dual DDR Slot, 4GB / 8GB

Storage
128GB / 256GB 2.5″ SSD

Connectivity
Wireless:
Dual Band Wi-Fi
Bluetooth
I/O:
6 x USB 3.0 Type-A
1 x HDMI
1 x DisplayPort
1 x VGA out
1 x 120 Pin connector

OS
Windows 10 Pro

As it is a touchscreen display, the JOI® Smartboard can support up to 20 points touch and 10 points writing with less than 50ms lag, You can write, annotate, and take screenshots for easier reference. Moreover, you can record content with the help of its screen recording feature so you can prepare lessons easily and efficiently. This is especially useful for students as they need not be tied to the classroom itself, and they can freely refer to their lessons from the comforts of their own home.

It is said that students learn better in a more collaborative and interactive environment. The JOI® Smartboard allow students to connect mobile devices to it for easy file transmissions wirelessly. With the help of ScreenShare Pro, you can even mirror mobile and PC displays for easier reference. This makes it possible for teachers to bring lessons to life while the students gain a sense of empowerment, ownership, and purpose through collaboration and interaction. Furthermore, this will motivate students to learn and acquire new skill sets.
Leasing Program and Installment

The JOI® Smartboard is available with a leasing program and installment plans available up to 36 months. As an added incentive, there are free gifts available for a limited time, until 28th June 2020. If you are representing an organization or education institution that is interested in this solution, click right here.
Pokdepinion: I wished I had this type of thing when I was still studying. Well, maybe I can wait out on my post-graduate studies until this type of solution has been fully implemented.
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Streamer Gets Banned From Twitch After He Fired His Gun On-air

A professional streamer by the name of Carl Reimer found himself in hot waters recently. The reason? Well he was banned on Twitch as he was caught shooting his Glock pistol in a live stream.
Streamer shoots pistol and gets banned from Twitch

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It turns out at the time of the incident, he was drunk. He supposedly thought that the Glock that was on his hand was empty, with no live rounds, and he simply pull the trigger. Luckily no one was injured and his shot hit his flask.
Here’s what he had to say about the whole incident:

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I was clearly intoxicated, but the fact of the matter is.. guns are not a toy. They are not to be messed with. It’s a mistake, but it’s a mistake that could have cost somebody their life. I’m so broken about this. I could have hurt somebody, I could have hurt myself, I could have hurt one of my animals and that’s unforgivable. I’m not in SoaR anymore, and that is rightfully so. I hope you guys know I have no hatred toward them or anything like that.. they did what they needed to do because I’m an idiot.Carl Reimer
As you can see from his statement, he got kicked out from his clan SoaR for the incident. What are your thoughts on the whole news? Let us know in the comments.
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Pokdepinion: And that’s why guys, you shouldn’t keep a gun in your home (I don’t know why he had one to begin with).
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Disney research turns children’s coloring books into augmented reality

Coloring books capture the imagination of children and provide them with one of their earliest opportunities for creative expression. However, given the proliferation and popularity of digital devices, real-world activities like coloring can seem unexciting, and children become less engaged in them.

Disney research recently announced their in-house 3D virtual reality app that let children’s coloring book to come life. This software is yet to be available on Android and iOS platform, a simple explanation the app will scan 2D drawing and transform it to 3D pattern.

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Augmented reality holds unique potential to impact this situation by providing a bridge between real-world activities and digital enhancements. The drawing is detected and tracked, and the video stream is augmented with an animated 3-D version of the character that is textured according to the child’s coloring.
Anyway this app is remain unclear whether Disney will commercialize it or not. I’ve tried to search in the Google Play and it gave me nothing.

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Pokdepinion : Disney made an application for children, but for me this application has a bigger potential for designers to use it so they can easily transform their artwork from 2D into 3D form.
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Claim RM150 eBelia When You Verify Your Boost Account

Boost has just announced that they have been selected as the official eWallet for the eBelia initiative that was announced during the previous Budget 2021 announcement. This is the third time in less than a year that Boost has been chosen for similar government incentive programmes.
Verify your Boost account to redeem the RM150 eBelia incentive

eBelia is an initiative under the Government’s PEMERKASA economic stimulus package aimed at kickstarting the country’s economic and livelihood recovery after over a year of battling the pandemic. On 1 June, qualifying Malaysian students aged 18 to 20 years old studying at either diploma or SKM4 level and above in registered local higher learning institutions will receive an RM150 e-wallet opportunity.

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In the meantime, Boost recommends that users (both new and old) perform the eKYC (electronic Know-Your-Customer) account verification process early if they haven’t done so already. This will make claiming the RM150 eBelia e-wallet bonus with Boost much smoother.
Users can easily perform the eKYC verification process with these four simple steps:

 Under the ‘Profile’ tab, tap on ‘My Wallet’
Tap ‘Upgrade’
Follow the instructions by taking pictures of your IC and a selfie
Tap ‘Submit’ and wait for the success confirmation

Moreover, a user’s wallet will be upgraded from Basic to Premium after completing the eKYC process. Users with a Premium wallet account have access to the full spectrum of Boost’s functions and features, including a larger wallet size of RM4,999.
Students may also use Boost to access over 241,000 offline and online retailers to get whatever they need or manage their college and university fees. Merchants are currently using Boost in and around 58 campuses across the country, including Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Universiti Malaya, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Management and Science University, and Universiti Tenaga Nasional, to name a few.
That’s not all. Boost has a slew of great deals and perks to go along with the RM150 eBelia stimulus. Details on these offers will be disclosed on 1 June. For more information, do check out Boost’s official website or stay tuned to their official social media channels on Facebook and Instagram.
Pokdepinion: I’m really liking how the government is encouraging the use of eWallets in Malaysia. I may not agree with everything they do but for this, I tip my hat to them.
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Realme Set For Southeast Asia Market — Malaysia To Be Prioritized

Realmi, founded as a sub-brand of OPPO, is targeting at global youth to deliver affordable technology equipped with the latest features.
Realme To Enter Malaysian Market
Founded back in May of this year, Realme looks to bring performance and design that the young generation needs from a smartphone. Recently, Realme surpassed their business expectations with the launch of their first ever smartphone, the Realme 1. It sold out only two minutes after it was made available according to the company.
On the other hand, their latest phone, the Realme2, set a new record during its launch in India when a total of 200,000 unites were sold in under 5 minutes.

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Realme2 features a 6.2-inch 19:9 ratio display and runs on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 chipset. For storage, it offers 4GB/64GB or 3GB/32GB variants. Camera wise, it sports a dual 13MP+2MP main shooter as well as a 8MP camera on the front.
Under the hood, it comes with a 4230mAh battery to power it up and it runs on OPPO’s Color OS 5.1 (based on Android 8.1 Oreo). The company has said that Malaysians will soon be able to get their hands on the smartphones and enjoy a lot more at surprising prices.
Pokdepinion: Hmm, the phone doesn’t really entice me as much.. but hey, everyone’s got to start somewhere right? They mentioned that they’re targeting the youth market and with the specs that they offer, I can see why. I wonder how surprising is their prices soon.
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Adidas Releases Three New TWS Earbuds Of Their Own

The TWS earbuds market is filled with a whole bunch of brands now and it seems that joining that list is Adidas, where they’ve introduced three different offerings.
Adidas release TWS earbuds

Adidas has partnered up with Zound Industries, who happen to be the brand behind both Marshall and Urbanears products where they’ve introduced three earbuds. The first of them would be the Adidas Z.N.E. 01 ANC, which on paper is the best out of the three.

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Coming with active noise cancellation and 6mm drivers, it is touted to offer 20 hours of battery life (including charging case). You can pair it through its Bluetooth 5.2 connection and it comes with 3 mics in each bud. The IPX5 rated earbud is priced at $189 (~RM785).
Next up is the Adidas Z.N.E. 01, which you can tell by the name doesn’t come with ANC (Active Noise Cancellation). Despite that, it offers a bigger 12mm driver and an AirPod-ish design. There’s a single microphone on each bud and it has the similar battery life as the ANC version. As for the price, it retails at $99 (~RM411).

Last but not least is the Adidas FWD-02 Sport, where it is catered for sport enthusiasts. It comes with a host of replaceable ear tips and the earbuds is rated to last 6 hours and 19 hours with the charging case. They also come with programmable touch gestures. Price wise, you’re looking at $169 (~RM702).
There’s no news on whether they will arrive here in Malaysia but rest assured that we will update you should that happens. Till then, stay tuned to Pokde.net for more of the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews.
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Pokdepinion: While I don’t really fancy the pricing of the earbuds, I can’t deny that the Z.N.E 01 ANC is a looker. Which would you pick from out of the three?
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HUAWEI Teases Their First Ever Pop-up Camera Smartphone

The folks at HUAWEI Malaysia has uploaded a video teaser of a smartphone. What’s special about it? Well it is their first pop-up camera device and we should expect to see it soon to our market.

In the post, they wrote “Soaring, flYing & popping! Something new is rising. Get readY”. As you can see, the letter ‘Y’ is caps. This would mean that the teaser is about their new HUAWEI Y9 Prime (2019) smartphone.
The HUAWEI Y9 Prime (2019) features a Kirin 710 chipset and runs on EMUI 9, which is based on Android 9 Pie. Packing 4GB RAM, it seems that there are 64GB and 128GB storage options available. You can also expand the storage up to 1TB through a microSD.

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In terms of camera, it sports a triple rear camera setup, with it having a 16MP main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and finally a 2MP depth sensor at the back. As for selfies, there’s the mentioned pop-up camera, which houses a 16MP shooter inside.
Powering it up is a 4000mAh battery which you can charge it through its USB Type-C port. The HUAWEI Y9 Prime (2019) comes in three color variants: Emerald Green, Midnight Black, and Sapphire Blue.
Pokdepinion: We’ll update more about the device as it makes its way to Malaysia. I’m just glad that it wasn’t the upcoming Mate 30. I’d rather not for it to have a pop-up camera..
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The ability to play games instantly without the need for downloads or installs has yet to become a reality, but we are getting closer and closer to it. A new EA patent reveals a new feature which could circumvent the matter and let you play games much sooner than before.
New EA Patent Circumvents Lengthy Downloads and Installs

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A new EA patent brings the possibility of circumventing lengthy downloads and installs. If the feature ever gets implemented, it’s supposed to make use of streaming technology so you can immediately start playing games instead of waiting for it to download and install like you normally would with games nowadays.
This isn’t to say that it’s a game streaming service but rather, the game will continue being downloaded as you play, and it will automatically switch to the local version as soon as enough data has been downloaded on your machine.
Sony has taken a similar approach on PlayStation consoles, most notably the PS4 and PS5, where game downloads will prioritize on the necessary assets to get it up and running, so you can play while the rest of the game is being downloaded in the background. While this won’t allow the game to be played instantaneously, it will definitely be faster than waiting for it complete first.
With game streaming still struggling to find a place in the mainstream, this will definitely help gamers ease up to it better as it serves as a logical halfway point for it. Given that most people go for digital games instead of physical copies nowadays, potential features like this will further encourage gamers to go fully digital. With that being said however, it is merely a patent for now and there’s no guarantee that it will be implemented.
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Pokdepinion: Well, anything that can possibly help get into games faster is a welcome addition.
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ROG Phone passes SIRIM — to go on sale very soon!

To those of you who are still waiting for the ROG Phone, your wait will soon be over. The device which was announced at Computex 2018 in June, might finally hit our shores! The device which was supposed to launch much earlier, has seen multiple delays and multiple different pricing leaks. And finally we see it has received SIRIM certification.

it has recently been sold in China officially with a starting price of around RM3600. The device’s main attractions include a specially binned Snapdragon 845 running at 2.96 GHz and a 6.0″ AMOLED display running at 90 Hz with 1ms response time and HDR capabilities, among a slew of other gaming-oriented features.

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The ROG Phone is also going to be the first smartphone with support for AD WiFi, which is based on a new 60 GHz spectrum. It promises faster WiFi speeds and also theoretically less interference with other devices, to ensure flawless smooth connectivity. This AD WiFi support also lets the ROG Phone work with the WiGig Dock for wireless display capabilities.

How much do you think the ROG Phone will be priced at when it finally starts being available for sale here in Malaysia? Will they live up to the sub-RM3000 price tag revealed in earlier rumors, or will we see it balloon to more than RM5000?
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Pokdepinion: To be honest, this late into the Snapdragon 845’s life, even an overclocked variant doesn’t seem that enticing anymore. But then again the ROG Phone is more than just raw performance, as the sheer amount of gaming-oriented features like the AirTrigger and TwinView Dock sets it apart from the rest. We will definitely check it out once it arrives here in Malaysia!
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Nokia To Bring Their Xpress Music Phones Back

Nokia fans will be glad to hear that HMD Global, the home of Nokia smartphones will be releasing a new Xpress Music device. The news is confirmed with a device getting certification by TENAA in China.

The device apparently comes under the model name of TA-1212. Don’t expect the phone to come with high specifications however as it will indeed come under Nokia’s feature phones.
What exactly does it come with? Well for starters it has 8MB of RAM, coupled with 16MB of internal storage. Under the hood there’s a 1200mAh battery.

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Beforehand we’ve reported that Juho Sarvikas announcing that the company will launch a new Nokia ‘original’. Read more about that here.
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Pokdepinion; I’m pretty sure die hard Nokia fans would want to add this device to their collection! Xpress Music was huge back then.
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ASUS ZenFone 3 Max (ZC553KL) to come in two new colors!

The ASUS ZenFone 3 Max (ZC553KL) is a device with really awesome battery life. However the initial color options available may have been pretty boring (although I must admit I really like the Grey variant) and now the Rose Pink and Sand Gold variants will be added to the line up.
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The claim to fame for the ZenFone 3 Max is its 4100 mAh battery which promises up to 38 days of standby. It can even double as a powerbank to juice up your other devices. All that capacity feeds a frugal Snapdragon 430 processor mated to 3GB of RAM, so you are set for hours and hours of use. All that endurance is packed into a sleek metal shell measuring just 8.3mm thin.
A 16MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture coupled with the laser autofocusing system takes great shots with ultra-fast focus in just 0.03 seconds. Selfies are handled by an 8MP camera in front, also featuring a f/2.0 aperture. Show off your shots on the 5.5″ 1080p IPS display.

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The ASUS ZenFone 3 Max (ZC553KL) Rose Pink and Sand Gold variants are now available in Malaysia for RM999, and you can redeem special gifts with your purchase through ASUS Malaysia’s Facebook. If you want to win one, you can also check out the #TakHabisHabis hashtag on Facebook and Instagram, as ASUS Malaysia is running the 38 Days of Storm campaign right now!
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Here are the GeForce RTX 3090 cards and their prices in Malaysia

Last week NVIDIA unleashed the GeForce RTX 3080, and this week it’s the GeForce RTX 3090’s turn. NVIDIA’s BFGPU is also available from their partners, unlike their usual approach with these Titan-class GPUs. In any case, here are the GeForce RTX 3090 cards released by NVIDIA’s partners here in Malaysia.
ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3090

ASUS once again surprises everyone by bringing in the ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 at NVIDIA’s SRP. The ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 shares most of its components with the TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3080, and that means a beefy two-part cooler, a strong power delivery system and a sturdy build.

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ASUS TUF Gaming GeForce RTX 3090 Specs and Price

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (GA102)
Samsung 8N

Clocks
Base Clock: 1395MHz
Boost Clock: 1695MHz

Cores
10496 CUDA Cores
328 Tensor Cores
82 RT Cores

Memory
24GB GDDR6X

Memory Speed
19.5Gbps

Memory Interface
384-bit

Display outputs
3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
2 x HDMI 2.1

Power connector(s)
2 x 8-pin

Dimensions
29.99 x 12.69 x 5.17 cm
(2.7 slot)

Price
RM7208

Warranty
3+1 Year Warranty

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 EAGLE OC

Sporting a similar outlook to the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3080 Eagle OC, the GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 Eagle OC is a simple, no-frills design that saves on unnecessary aesthetics to deliver a beefy cooler that will allow you to take full advantage of the GeForce RTX 3090.
GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 EAGLE OC Specs and Price

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (GA102)
Samsung 8N

Clocks
Base Clock: 1395MHz
Boost Clock: 1725MHz (+30MHz over FE)

Cores
10496 CUDA Cores
328 Tensor Cores
82 RT Cores

Memory
24GB GDDR6X

Memory Speed
19.5Gbps

Memory Interface
384-bit

Display outputs
3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
2 x HDMI 2.1

Power connector(s)
2 x 8-pin

Dimensions
32.0 x 12.9 x 5.6 cm

Price
RM7799

Warranty
3 Year Warranty

GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 Gaming OC

The GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 Gaming OC tacks on a few extra feature onto the Eagle OC variant, with one of the main differences being a larger RGB-lit area as well as dual BIOS, letting you switch between performance or silence at the flick of a switch. Check out our review of the GeForce RTX 3090 Gaming OC here.
GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 Gaming OC Specs and Price

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (GA102)
Samsung 8N

Clocks
Base Clock: 1395MHz
Boost Clock: 1755MHz (+60MHz over FE)

Cores
10496 CUDA Cores
328 Tensor Cores
82 RT Cores

Memory
24GB GDDR6X

Memory Speed
19.5Gbps

Memory Interface
384-bit

Display outputs
3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
2 x HDMI 2.1

Power connector(s)
2 x 8-pin

Dimensions
32.0 x 12.9 x 5.7 cm

Price
RM7899

Warranty
3+1 Year Warranty (online registration required)

[UPDATE 24/9/2020 9:10pm: Added ZOTAC GeForce RTX 3080 TRINITY]
ZOTAC GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity

ZOTAC’s GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity is the thinnest GeForce RTX 3090 we have seen to date, with it coming in at just 2.5 slots. You get three fans, seven heatpipes and a humongous heatsink to dissipate the heat from NVIDIA’s BFGPU.

ZOTAC GeForce RTX 3090 Trinity Specs and Price

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (GA102)
Samsung 8N

Clocks
Base Clock: 1395MHz
Boost Clock: 1695MHz

Cores
10496 CUDA Cores
328 Tensor Cores
82 RT Cores

Memory
24GB GDDR6X

Memory Speed
19.5Gbps

Memory Interface
384-bit

Display outputs
3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
1 x HDMI 2.1

Power connector(s)
2 x 8-pin

Dimensions
31.8 x 12.1 x 5.8 cm

Price
RM7379

Warranty
5 Year Warranty (online registration required)

[UPDATE 17/10/2020 4:40pm: Added GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3090 XTREME and AORUS RTX 3090 MASTER]
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3090 MASTER

Fancy an even beefier GeForce RTX 3090 from GIGABYTE than their Gaming OC cards? Well, this one sure is pretty incredible. Aside from higher clocks, the AORUS GeForce RTX 30 series cards are whopping four-slot behemoths. As you would expect, this card here shares its cooler and thus its aesthetics with the AORUS GeForce RTX 3080 MASTER.
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3090 MASTER Specs

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (GA102)
Samsung 8N

Clocks
Base Clock: 1395MHz
Boost Clock: 1785MHz (+90MHz over FE)

Cores
10496 CUDA Cores
328 Tensor Cores
82 RT Cores

Memory
24GB GDDR6X

Memory Speed
19.5Gbps

Memory Interface
384-bit

Display outputs
3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
1 x HDMI 2.1

Power connector(s)
2 x 8-pin

Dimensions
31.9 x 14.0 x 7 cm

Price
RM8499

Warranty
4 Year Warranty (online registration required)

GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3090 XTREME

With three PCIe power connectors, the GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3090 XTREME means business. It also sports a higher overclock on the TU102 GPU, with boost clocks set to 1860MHz, instead of the reference 1695MHz. With great power comes a great price as well, and the GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3090 XTREME will set you back an extra RM300 over the GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3090 MASTER.
GIGABYTE AORUS GeForce RTX 3090 XTREME Specs

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (GA102)
Samsung 8N

Clocks
Base Clock: 1395MHz
Boost Clock: 1860MHz (+165MHz over FE)

Cores
10496 CUDA Cores
328 Tensor Cores
82 RT Cores

Memory
24GB GDDR6X

Memory Speed
19.5Gbps

Memory Interface
384-bit

Display outputs
3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
3 x HDMI 2.1

Power connector(s)
3 x 8-pin

Dimensions
31.9 x 14.0 x 7 cm

Price
RM8799

Warranty
4 Year Warranty (online registration required)

[UPDATE 19/10/2020 1:24pm: Added ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3090 OC Edition]
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3090 OC Edition

The ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 30 series cards offer upgraded Axial-tech fans, a beefier 2.9-slot cooler with seven heatpipes for enhanced cooling. But they also revamped the entire design for a rather interesting outlook, with a mix of metal and plastic on the shroud and a massive ARGB light bar on the side. Last but not least, the backplate is also super thick to afford cooling to the rear-mounted VRAM, on top of providing extra rigidity to the extremely beefy card. And that’s just the supporting hardware. The GPU itself is clocked to 1860MHz, with an OC Mode accessible via GPU Tweak II software to bump up the clocks an additional 30MHz. And yes, it comes with three 8-pin PCIe power connectors, so you won’t be running into power limits on your quest for ultimate performance.
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3090 OC Edition Specs

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 (GA102)
Samsung 8N

Clocks
Base Clock: 1395MHz
Boost Clock: 1860MHz (+165MHz over FE)

Cores
10496 CUDA Cores
328 Tensor Cores
82 RT Cores

Memory
24GB GDDR6X

Memory Speed
19.5Gbps

Memory Interface
384-bit

Display outputs
3 x DisplayPort 1.4a
2 x HDMI 2.1

Power connector(s)
3 x 8-pin

Dimensions
31.85 x 14.01 x 5.78 cm
(2.9 slot)

Price
RM8999

Warranty
3+1 Year Warranty

The above prices are the respective MSRPs of the cards. We will be updating this article when we get wind of other GeForce RTX 3090 cards and their pricing here in Malaysia, so stay tuned!
If you want to check out the launch MSRP of the other cards in Malaysia, you can head on to the links below:

Here are the GeForce RTX 3080 cards and their prices in Malaysia
Here are the GeForce RTX 3070 cards and their prices in Malaysia
Here are the GeForce RTX 3060 Ti cards and their prices in Malaysia
Here are the GeForce RTX 3060 cards and their prices in Malaysia

Pokdepinion: The GeForce RTX 3090 cards aren’t exactly good value for money, but if you want the best of the best, this is the way.

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Get All The Apps You Need On The New HUAWEI nova 9 With AppGallery

Food delivery, cashless transactions, internet meetings, and social media have all become commonplace in our lives. The majority of our favourite apps are currently available on AppGallery for your HUAWEI nova 9. HUAWEI AppGallery now features a wonderfully wide and expanding selection of apps that cater to the vast majority of use-cases that customers may demand, including food delivery, online banking, e-commerce, and entertainment.
Find the apps you want on the HUAWEI nova 9 with the HUAWEI AppGallery

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The Huawei nova 9 will, without a doubt, support the applications listed above. HUAWEI AppGallery or Petal Search already have the majority of the top global and local apps. Apart from that, AppGallery offers a variety of advantages to its consumers. Nonetheless, the HUAWEI nova 9’s 50MP RYYB Ultra Vision Camera system, 1.07 billion original colour display with 120Hz refresh rate screen, and 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge provide consumers with a fashionable and powerful photographic smartphone.

Every pre-order will receive amazing gifts valued up to RM829. From now until November 19, the HUAWEI nova 9 is available for pre-order on HUAWEI Store Online, Senheng, HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee, and HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada. The nova 9 retails for RM1,999 and is available in two colours: Starry Blue and Black.
Here are all the free gifts users can get when they purchase the HUAWEI nova 9:

HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro worth RM699
Complimentary gifts worth up to RM130 from HUAWEI Mobile Services
For new users (for those who sign up for the first trial)
-Free 1-month 50GB cloud storage
– Free 1-month trial for HUAWEI Video+ Unlimited Pass
– Free 3-month trial for HUAWEI Music Premium
– Free book credits on HUAWEI Books
– Free in-game gift packs on HUAWEI AppGallery
– 30% OFF for selected HUAWEI Themes
For existing users (for those who signed up for the free trial previously but have terminated monthly subscription)
– 50GB cloud storage for RM1 or 200GB for RM3 for the first month
– One month of HUAWEI Video+ Unlimited Pass for RM1
– Two months of HUAWEI Music Premium for RM1/month
– 30% OFF for selected HUAWEI Themes
– Free in-game gift packs on HUAWEI AppGallery
Redeem 15% OFF voucher for Hungry from HUAWEI Member Center App
Redeem RM5 OFF voucher for Caring Pharmacy from HUAWEI Member Center App

Since its launch, Huawei AppGallery has evolved to become the world’s third-largest app shop, trailing only the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Huawei continues to invest in AppGallery in order to better serve users. To better serve customers, AppGallery applications span a total of 18 categories, including games, media and entertainment, communication, education, finance, sports and health, and so on.
AppGallery will be operating in 170 countries and regions throughout the world by June 2021, with 550 million monthly active users and 384.4 billion downloads of its applications by 2020. By 2021, HUAWEI AppGallery will have onboarded 98% of the top Malaysian apps. AppGallery has roughly 3.1 million monthly active users.
You can also check out our review of the HUAWEI nova 9 right here.
Pokdepinion: I have to admit, HUAWEI has made great strides in improving the AppGallery experience though it is still far from perfect. If you’d like to know a way to use Google apps on the HUAWEI nova 9, we talked about it in great lengths in our review.

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OPPO Reno5 Review — Reasonable Mid-range Expectation

We take a look at OPPO’s latest smartphone offering in this OPPO Reno5 review. Offering a Snapdragon 765G chipset and a 64MP quad camera setup, does it have a lot to offer consumers? Let’s find out.
Unboxing
OPPO Reno5 Review – Unboxing
The packaging is pretty standard for OPPO, where you can expect the following items inside the box:

TPU case
Documentations
Charging brick
USB-C cable
Earphones
SIM ejector
The OPPO Reno5 itself

Appearance
OPPO Reno5 Review – Front
The OPPO Reno5 comes with a 6.43-inch OLED display that supports up to 90Hz refresh rate. You can see a bit of bezels on both the top and bottom of the device. As you can see, it sports a single camera here, which is fitted on the top left.

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OPPO Reno5 Review – Left

OPPO Reno5 Review – Right

As for the sides, you can expect the standard volume rockers on the left side that’s accompanied by the phone’s SIM tray. On the opposite side, there’s only a power button, which sports a nice green line.
OPPO Reno5 Review – Bottom
We head to the bottom and here’s where you can find the 3.5mm headphone jack, microphone, USB-C port, and the speaker grille.
OPPO Reno5 Review – Top
Moving to the top, there’s only the secondary microphone to be seen here.
OPPO Reno5 Review – Back
The OPPO Reno5 that’s in our hands is the Galactic Silver variant and it looks stunning. You can find the quad camera setup on the top left, where it sports a 64MP main camera. Of course, they’ve got the OPPO branding too on the back, which you can see towards the bottom right.
OPPO Reno5 Specifications

CPU:
Snapdragon 765G Octa-core (1 x 2.4GHz Kryo 475 Prime + 1 x 2.2GHz Kryo 475 Gold + 6 x 1.8GHz Kryo 475 Silver) 7nm

GPU:
Adreno 620

RAM:
8GB

Display:
6.43-inch (2400 x 1080) AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, 20:9 ratio display

Storage:
128GB UFS 2.1

Camera:
Main camera(s)
64MP f/1.7 PDAF
8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide
2MP f/2.4 macro
2MP f/2.4 depth
LED, HDR, AI, Night mode, Panorama, Extra HD
Front camera
32MP f/2.4
HDR, Portrait, gyro-EIS, AI

OS:
ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11

Connectivity:
5G Band n1/n3/n5/n7/n8/n20/n28/n38/n40/n41/n77/n78
LTE Band 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28/38/39/40/41/66
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.1

SIM:
Dual SIM

Battery:
Li-Po 4300mAh (non-removable)
65W SuperVOOC 2.0
Reverse Charging

Dimensions:
159.1 x 73.4 x 7.9mm

Weight:
172g

Performance
OPPO Reno5 Review – Antutu V8
Before we start with the tests, some of you might wonder why we decided to put some of the high-end devices around. It’s basically because of the price point that the OPPO Reno5 is at. So to start off, we can see that the Reno5 is definitely an upgrade from the previous Reno4 in Antutu.
OPPO Reno5 Review – Geekbench
Again we can see that the OPPO Reno5 scored higher than the previous OPPO Reno4 both in the multi-core and single-core test, although not by much.
OPPO Reno5 Review – 3DMark
The pattern follows here in 3DMark’s trio of tests. It still falls behind the rest by a distance. The OPPO Reno5 is actually the first time that we’ve tested a Snapdragon 765G-powered device and here, we can clearly see how it fares from the top end and its predecessor.
OPPO Reno5 Review – Work 2.0
We see a change however in PCMark Work 2.0, where the Reno5 actually does better than the OPPO Reno4 and the Black Shark 2 Pro.
OPPO Reno5 Review – PCMark Battery
We head to the battery test in PCMark and we found out that the battery efficiency isn’t that good. The Reno5 lasted a total of 13 hours and 33 minutes for the lower 60Hz refresh rate and 12 hours and 17 minutes for its 90Hz mode.
In terms of real-life usage, I found the battery to perform similar to the test. After a full day of use, the OPPO Reno5 would have around 55%-60% at the end of the day. I would consider that my usage was pretty light where it consists of social media browsing plus your usual messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Messenger.
Similar to what we found with the previous OPPO Reno4 series, the 65W SuperVOOC 2.0 charger managed to power up 60% of the device with 30-minutes of charging. It’s worth noting that we started the test from 20% and it hit exactly 80% by the end of the period.
User Experience
OPPO Reno5 Review – User experience
In terms of weight, the OPPO Reno5 is slightly heavier when compared with to the previous OPPO Reno4 series, which is understandable as the latter weighs only around 161g.
The display is comfortable on the eyes, even at darker environments thanks to its OLED display. On that end, I had no complaints whatsoever. The 90Hz refresh rate does its job in making the UI more smoother as I scroll through and I feel that it should be the norm for smartphones today.
OPPO Reno5 Review – Back design
Its back is made out of a combination of Reno Glow glass and Picasus nano film on OPPO’s Diamond Spectrum body. This in turn allows the back of the device to shine differently depending on angle and lighting (iridescence), which is a nice touch.
While the OPPO Reno5 doesn’t have dual speakers, I feel that they are loud enough with their Dolby Atmos speaker to enjoy your videos. If that’s not enough for you, there’s a 3.5mm headphone jack for you to utilize.
OPPO Reno5 Review – UI
The OPPO Reno5 runs on ColorOS 11 and if you’ve used an OPPO device recently, the looks and feel is the same. Thanks to the 8GB RAM that’s packed inside, I have no issues of slow loading or sluggish experience when using the user interface.
OPPO Reno5 Review – Camera UI
While the camera UI is pretty straightforward and simple to use, it would’ve been nicer if you had the ability to adjust what modes are available in the main screen. In case it isn’t there, you’d have to go to the right most section  to find it.

In terms of the cameras, the OPPO Reno5 does a decent job in good lighting where they are definitely acceptable for your social media uploads. Its Night mode seems aggressive in softening, especially the sky where you can see from the two moon pictures above and how different the tone between the two modes are.
You can check out the full-sized pictures by clicking the link right here.
Conclusion
OPPO Reno5 Review – Verdict
Despite the phone being a looker and performing well in most segments. I feel that the price is a bit too high. If you don’t mind spending that much, you’ll be getting a 5G-ready smartphone (whenever that arrives here in Malaysia) as well as a good OLED display with 90Hz refresh rate. Not to forget, a 65W fast charger is definitely something that you want if you’re always on the go.
The OPPO Reno5 is definitely an upgrade from the previous Reno4 Series. If it were me, I’d wait for a sale or a promo so that the price would go slightly lower. For that, I give the OPPO Reno5 our Bronze Pokdeward.

Our thanks to OPPO Malaysia for sending over the OPPO Reno5 that was used in this review.
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Tronsmart brings aptX with the very affordable Spunky Beat TWS earphones

First up, yes, the word “spunk” does not evoke pleasant images. But perhaps only Tronsmart is really the only brand brave enough to use the word in their new Tronsmart Spunky Beat True Wireless (TWS) headphones. Well spunky means something else, but you know what I mean.
Besides its eyebrow-raising name, the Tronsmart Spunky Beat TWS also comes with a pretty exciting set of features. It packs the somewhat popular Qualcomm QCC3020 chip, thus bringing with it support for Qualcomm True Wireless technology over Bluetooth 5.0. It also touts aptX support, for high quality wireless audio. To ensure that you can hear that quality, Tronsmart uses custom-made, graphene-coated 6mm drivers, with them claiming better deep bass and incredible surround sound.

While we wouldn’t recommend using TWS earphones for calls, Tronsmart has built in cVc 8.0 active noise cancellation technology to improve your call quality.

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Last but not least, Tronsmart has integrated a USB-A charging cable into the case, making it extra convenient to charge your Spunky Beats.

If you decide to not use the cable, there’s also a USB-C port to charge it faster. Tronsmart really cared about the charging, with two ways to juice up your Spunky Beat. You won’t really need it that often though with up to 7 hours of battery life in the earphones themselves, and an additional 24 hours with the charging case.
How much do these cost? The Tronsmart Spunky Beat TWS earphones goes for only $29.90 (~RM125.22). I would say that’s a pretty good price for TWS earphones supporting aptX, not to mention one that supports two charging input methods.
Pokdepinion: That’s quite spunky of Tronsmart!
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ASUS 100-series motherboards are ready for LGA1151 Kaby Lake CPUs via a BIOS update

Owners of current ASUS Intel Z170, Q170, H170, H110, B150 and C232 LGA 1151 motherboards will soon get a BIOS update to add support for the upcoming Kaby Lake Intel Core processors. The update will involve a simple one-touch operation with either a USB drive or a Windows app, readying current systems for a Kaby Lake upgrade.

With an extensive list of motherboards ranging from their high end ASUS ROG Maximus VIII series of motherboards down to the C232-based motherboards, everyone will be getting an update to support the upcoming Kaby Lake CPUs.

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Intel Chipset
Model Name
BIOS Version

Z170
MAXIMUS VIII EXTREME
2202

Z170
MAXIMUS VIII FORMULA
2202

Z170
MAXIMUS VIII HERO ALPHA
2202

Z170
MAXIMUS VIII HERO
2202

Z170
MAXIMUS VIII RANGER
2202

Z170
MAXIMUS VIII GENE
2202

Z170
MAXIMUS VIII IMPACT
2202

Z170
Z170 PRO GAMING/AURA
2003

Z170
Z170 PRO GAMING
2003

Z170
Z170I PRO GAMING
2003

Z170
Z170-PREMIUM
2202

Z170
Z170-DELUXE
2202

Z170
Z170-PRO
2202

Z170
Z170-A
2202

Z170
Z170-AR
2202

Z170
Z170-E
2202

Z170
Z170-K
2003

Z170
Z170-P D3
2002

Z170
Z170-P
2003

Z170
Z170M-PLUS
2002

Z170
Z170M-E D3
2001

Z170
SABERTOOTH Z170 S
2202

Z170
SABERTOOTH Z170 MARK 1
2202

Q170
Q170T
2002

Q170
Q170S1
2001

Q170
Q170M-C
2003

Q170
Q170M2
2001

Q170
Q170I-PLUS
2002

H170
H170 PRO GAMING
2003

H170
H170-PRO/USB 3.1
2002

H170
H170-PRO
2003

H170
H170-PLUS D3
2002

H170
H170M-PLUS
2002

H170
H170M-E D3
2001

H170
H170I-PRO
2002

H110
H170I-PLUS D3
2001

B150
B150 PRO GAMING/AURA
2003

B150
B150 PRO GAMING D3
2001

B150
B150 PRO GAMING
2003

B150
B150-A
2001

B150
B150-PRO D3
2001

B150
B150-PRO
2002

B150
B150-PLUS D3
2001

B150
B150-PLUS
2002

B150
B150M-PLUS D3
2001

B150
B150M-PLUS
2003

B150
B150M-A/M.2
2003

B150
B150M-A
2001

B150
B150M-C D3
2001

B150
B150M-C
2003

B150
B150M-D D3
2001

B150
B150M-D
2002

B150
B150M-V PLUS
2002

B150
B150M-K D3
2001

B150
B150M-K
2003

B150
B150M-F PLUS
2002

B150
B150M-ET M2
2002

B150
B150M-ET D3
2001

B150
B150M-ET
2001

B150
PIO-B150M
2002

B150
EX-B150M-V5 D3
2001

B150
EX-B150M-V5
2002

B150
EX-B150M-V3
2003

H110
H110-PLUS
2002

H110
H110M-R
2002

H110
H110M-PLUS D3
2001

H110
H110M-PLUS
2002

H110
H110M-A/M.2
2003

H110
H110M-A/DP
2002

H110
H110M-A D3
2001

H110
H110M-A
2001

H110
H110M-C D3
2001

H110
H110M-D D3
2001

H110
H110M-D
2002

H110
H110M-ET
2001

H110
H110M-E/M.2
2002

H110
H110M-E D3
2001

H110
H110M-E
2002

H110
H110M-K D3
2001

H110
H110M-K
2003

H110
H110I-PLUS
2002

H110
H110T
2002

H110
H110S1
2002

C232
E3-PRO V5
2002

C232
E3M-PLUS V5
2003

C232
E3M-ET V5
2001

C232
E3 PRO Gaming V5
2002

Get your update via the support page for your specific motherboard via www.asus.com.

Pokdepinion: While there will be Z270 motherboards that will launch together with the new Kaby Lake CPUs, there will always be those who choose to keep using their motherboards and just swap out the processor for a newer one. This is a great move from ASUS to allow their clients to get ready for an upgrade so quickly.
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OPPO Malaysia Invites Football Fans To The #OPPOA95 #TheSmartPerformer Contest

With AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 coming soon, OPPO Malaysia has announced of the #OPPOA95 #TheSmartPerformer contest for football fans.
#OPPOA95 #TheSmartPerformer contest
The contest runs from now till the 19th of December 2021 and is open to all. With the contest, participants can enjoy a casual gameplay experience using digital and in-person experience, mirroring the original football game’s concept. All you need to do is score as many goals as possible within 60 seconds.
Prizes include the OPPO A95 itself, OPPO x Suzuki Cup merchandise, OPPO Enco Buds, and Remax Powerbank. Eligible participants will also receive a promo code worth RM100 that you can redeem upon the purchase on an OPPO A95.

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If you would like to join, you can follow the steps below:

Participate through selected My OPPO Space located at IOI City Mall, Southkey Mid Valley, and Queensbay Mall or enter the game here
Register by submitting personal information
Play the game and score as many goals as possible within 60 seconds
Share the result on Facebook and set the post to ‘public’

As you may have known already, OPPO Malaysia has partnered with AFF Suzuki Cup 2020 where the OPPO A95 is the Official Smartphone of the tournament. If you wish to learn more on the device, you may check out our full hands-on review of it right here.
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Pokdepinion: Doesn’t like too bad of a contest to join in. All you need is to score, how hard could that be?
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