New Intel process roadmap rebrands nodes for easier understanding

After announcing that they are opening up their foundries for customers to make their chips, Intel definitely has to make itself more competitive. While they are currently on the 10nm SuperFin node, TSMC and Samsung, both the top dogs in the industry, have moved on to 5nm. As you can probably tell, the disparity in the naming does put them at a huge disadvantage. Intel has previously decided to name optimized process nodes with the +/++ suffix, which has become somewhat of a meme. But that will apparently change with the new Intel process roadmap.
Say hello to Intel 7, Intel 4, Intel 3, Intel 20A and Intel 18A

Instead of calling the next process after 10nm SuperFin 10nm Enhanced SuperFin, or 10nm ESF, the next node from Intel will be named Intel 7, which will appear in products starting in 2021, namely Alder Lake. This is expected to provide 10 to 15% perf-per-watt gains over 10nm SuperFin. The renaming exercise aligns their naming with the industry a bit better, making it easier to understand the similarity between Intel 7 and the 7nm processes from the competition, instead of giving the impression that Intel is a whole process node behind.

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This will be then followed by the jump to Intel 4 which is Intel’s true 7nm process, which will arrive in products shipping in 2023 like Meteor Lake. This will take advantage of EUV lithography and deliver around 20% performance-per-watt improvement over Intel 7. Then we have Intel 3, which will see further FinFET optimizations and more EUV, for around 18% performance-per-watt improvement.
Intel has targeted for Intel 3 to ramp up in the second half of 2023. Intel would have called this 7nm+ according to their old naming scheme, which would sound absolutely outdated as by then the competition would have announced their 3nm processes, despite them being pretty much equivalent.
RibbonFET and PowerVIA with Intel 20A

Intel 3 will be the last FinFET-based process at Intel according to the new Intel process roadmap, with them planning to move onto RibbonFET for the next process nodes, Intel 20A and Intel 18A. RibbonFET is Intel’s implementation of the gate-all-around transistor, which is going to deliver improved performance and density over existing FinFET designs.
Old vs PowerVia
Intel 20A will also mark the debut of PowerVia, which is an optimization of the chip design. Instead of power and signaling wires running around in the same space, PowerVia will see the transistors sandwiched between power delivery on the backside, and signal transmission on other, optimizing the signal routing, enabling higher frequencies, and improved efficiency.
Intel 20A will is set to ramp up in 2024, with Intel 18A ramping up in early 2025. Intel 18A is expected to bring refinements to RibbonFET and also harness High NA EUV as one of the first to use the next-generation EUV tech.
Intel Packaging: EMIB and Foveros
Intel EMIB and Foveros are existing packaging technologies in Intel’s arsenal. Embedded multi-die interconnect bridge, EMIB, has debuted on the Intel Kaby Lake-G processors, where a Radeon Vega GPU was connected to an Intel CPU die via EMIB. Sapphire Rapids will be the first Intel Xeon processor to ship with EMIB. Intel is planning to move from a 55µm bump pitch to 45µm in products after Sapphire Rapids.

Meanwhile Foveros debuted in the ultra-efficient Intel Lakefield processors. It’s a 3D stacking technology that allows for multiple dies to be stacked together for better efficiency and performance, while also reducing the package size. The 2nd generation Foveros will debut in 2023 with Meteor Lake, with multiple tiles spanning different nodes and a TDP ranging from 5W to 125W.
Foveros Omni is going to be next generation of Foveros, allowing even greater flexibility. Designs can come with multiple top die tiles and multiple base tiles, across multiple nodes. Intel plans to be able to manufacture Foveros Omni-based packages in volume in 2023. Foveros Direct involves an even tighter tolernaces, with direct copper-to-copper bonding between dies with sub-10µm bump pitch. Foveros Direct is complementary to Foveros Omni, and is slated to be ready in 2023 as well.
To a better Intel?
While I am absolutely certain Intel is capable of delivering on impressive improvements with each process node and packaging technology, I believe what’s more important is Intel’s ability to achieve each progression market according to their timeline to be competitive, especially when they are now not only a CPU maker, but also as a foundry, with the Intel Foundry Services.

The new naming in the Intel process roadmap is also going to be quite beneficial for Intel to better position itself as a foundry. Since the competition has decided to decouple process node naming to the actual gate length, Intel’s new naming scheme is going to make them seem a lot more competitive. It’s not like the new name will suddenly accelerate their ability to move onto newer nodes, which is something that they have struggled with in the past, but at least when they are able to get onto a new node, the new naming scheme will let them market it a lot easier, not only to end users with their CPU products, but also to prospective IFS customers.
Intel has also announced that Qualcomm will be harnessing the Intel 20A process technology, while AWS will be their first customer to use IFS packaging solutions, so while IFS might not be directly competing against the likes of TSMC and Samsung just yet, they have already scored major customers.
Pokdepinion: While it might seem confusing at first, the naming in the new Intel process roadmap is actually really helpful for you to be able to compare apples-to-apples against Intel’s competition.
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OxygenOS gets extended 4-year update schedule, but there’s a catch

Just about every major smartphone brand has announced their plans to extend their update schedules, and now we have OnePlus. OnePlus will support the OnePlus 8 series and newer devices for up to four years, but there’s a catch that might not sit as well with OnePlus users.
OxygenOS to be ColorOS with OnePlus’ flavor?
To enable the extended support, OnePlus will be harnessing OPPO’s resources. OPPO has already announced their four-year long support for their flagships, so I guess this isn’t particularly surprising. The main issue might be that the codebase of OxygenOS and ColorOS will be integrated, to “improve efficiency and standardize the software experience”.

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We aren’t sure whether “standardize the software experience” will mean ColorOS will look more like OxygenOS, or vice versa. If it’s the former, this codebase merging should benefit OPPO users the most, as ColorOS isn’t nearly as streamlined as OxygenOS. Or maybe it will mean OxygenOS users will have to deal with a more bloated user experience.
The announcement seems to hint that OnePlus devices will not run ColorOS yet and still retain OxygenOS, but since it will share most of the underpinnings of ColorOS anyway, does it really matter? Speaking of which, ColorOS 12 will reportedly borrow heavily from HydrogenOS, so we might see the line between ColorOS and OxygenOS blur significantly anyway, for better or worse. But on the bright side, there’s going to be longer support for their devices, so that’s nice too:

Flagship product line (including T / R): The OnePlus 8 series and newer devices will receive 3 major Android updates and 4 years of security updates.
Nord / Nord CE: The first OnePlus Nord and newer Nord / Nord CE devices will receive 2 major Android updates and 3 years of security updates.
Nord N series: Starting from N10 and N100, all N series devices will receive 1 major Android update and 3 years of security updates.

The extended support mainly applies to their recent flagships, starting with the OnePlus 8 series, while the older models will still only be getting 2 major Android updates and 3 years of security updates.

Regardless, this merging of ColorOS and OxygenOS’ codebase should be quite a bummer for OnePlus users who loved the brand for its value proposition and superior software experience — the former has long gone, while the latter appears to be on its way out too.
Pokdepinion: What do you think will happen? Will ColorOS look cleaner over time to be more like OxygenOS, or the other way around?
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Counter-Strike 2 Gets NVIDIA Reflex For Reduced Input Latency

Latest FPS title gets NVIDIA’s latency-boosting tech.
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Since the announcement of the successor of CS:GO, NVIDIA Reflex is heading its way to Counter-Strike 2. NVIDIA Reflex reduces input latency by dynamically cutting down render loads during fast-paced movements to minimize any GPU processing that my interfere with the inputs. This driver-level feature never seen its day in the previous Counter-Strike title, despite player’s demands.
Valve and NVIDIA has worked together to introduce this feature, which will be available to all GPUs starting from GTX 900 series and up. Older models like GTX 900 series, according to NVIDIA, will see the most benefit from this latency-reduction tech, as much as 35% of system latency can be cut down – which can easily mean the difference between hitting someone first and getting hit by enemies.

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The slide reveals each generation of NVIDIA GPUs has seen different levels of latency reduction. For example, the GTX 1060, 0nce the most popular GPU in the world before it got dethroned, gets 35% less latency with Reflex enabled, while the yet-to-be-announced RTX 4070 sees a mild 2ms improvement (which still equates to 20% reduction). NVIDIA’s recent midranger RTX 3060 meanwhile sees a modest 5ms reduction, which is still a healthy 31% cut from native performance.
As Counter-Strike 2 joins other major FPS titles to support the Reflex tech, this meant that among the top 10 competitive shooter titles, only PUBG remain unsupported of this feature.
Source: The Verge
Pokdepinion: Perhaps it’s down to engine limitation at the time, but I guess the feature is overdue for a game like this.
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Pokdebuster Nvidia GTX Titan VS AMD R9 290X image quality comparison

There are plenty of arguments about which card is the best for gaming and sometimes it comes to a point or reason, someone will stand out and claim that one card renders better image than the other card does. So on our first pokdebuster entry, is the question of whether Nvidia cards render images much better than AMD cards or vice versa. This test was done on two systems; one equipped with ASUS GTX Titan and the other one with ASUS R9 290X.
First of all, we seek the problem or argument that needs to be solved and we found one exactly what we needed from facebook. Click the image below for a clearer version.

For this experiment, our target audience is for Malaysian gamers that always have difficulties in choosing new graphic cards. In the following content we will test both Nvidia and AMD cards to see if there is any difference in terms of image quality as claimed above.To make sure that you guys see the differences between the two images, kindly activate you sharingan and rinnegan eye literally.

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MethodologySubjectResult 1 : HarborResult 2 : BuggyResult 3 : TankResult 4 : CityResult 5 : Buggy 2 Result 6 : Burned trash bin Result 7 : Rage tower ConclusionRecommendationFor this experiment, video game we used is Battlefield 4 Premium. We joined an empty server for the test and the map we used was Dawn Breaker. Total of samples screenshot taken were 7, and all the pictures we captured are not edited on any image manipulation software at all, that mean all the images in this entry is raw image. Below is the intro screenshot we took were the setting we used in game also the GPU-Z screenshot for the card specification we used with Nvidia GTX Titan and AMD R9 290X, Both cards are by ASUS brand.

ASUS AMD R9 290X
ASUS GTX Titan

 First test subject used is AmilXtech's rig equipped with ASUS GTX Titan along with Fird(Kya)'s rig equipped with ASUS R9 290X. Below is the rig pictures of both of us, Amilxtech using Intel i5-2500K and Fird(Kya) using Intel Xeon E3-1230v3.
p/s : sorry for the bad quality pictures, someone please sponsor us Panasonic Lumix GH4 or at least ASUS ZenFone 6.^_^
Fird(Kya) rig equipped with  ASUS R9 290X
AmilXtech rig equipped with ASUS GTX Titan
View angle from the harbor. In this first picture we try to focus at the bridge, the edge of the building and the grass and from our view, we hardly see any difference.
Picture A is a screenshot from Fird(Kya) (ASUS R9 290X) rig and picture B is from AmilXtech (ASUS GTX Titan). Click on the picture, picture slide show will pop-up and you need to click expand button on top right corner to turn it into full screen.
A : ASUS R9 290X
B : ASUS GTX Titan
Prone view angle. We observed again the bridge, the AA muzzle tip, buggy tyre, the lamp pole and the floor. Again we did not see any visible difference.
Picture A is screenshot from Fird(Kya) (ASUS R9 290X) rig and picture B is from AmilXtech (ASUS GTX Titan). Click on the picture, picture slide show will pop-up and you need to click expand button on top right corner to turn it into full screen.
A : ASUS R9 290X
B : ASUS GTX Titan
Now the third screenshot we observed on the grass, the brick wall and the building and again we see no differences except at the GTX Titan screenshot the building was not rendered completely yet.
Picture A is screenshot from Fird(Kya) (ASUS R9 290X) rig and picture B is from AmilXtech (ASUS GTX Titan). Click on the picture, picture slide show will pop-up and you need to click expand button on top right corner to turn it into full screen.
A : ASUS R9 290X
B : ASUS GTX Titan
A glance at the city, we focus on the building an the cloud and yet we still see it is same - nothing different. Picture A is screenshot from Fird(Kya) (ASUS R9 290X) rig and picture B is from AmilXtech (ASUS GTX Titan). Click on the picture, picture slide show will pop-up and you need to click expand button on top right corner to turn it into full screen.
A : ASUS R9 290X
B : ASUS GTX Titan
Hop on the buggy and take screenshot. For this screenshot we focus only at the character and the road. We still see no difference.
Picture A is screenshot from Fird(Kya) (ASUS R9 290X) rig and picture B is from AmilXtech (ASUS GTX Titan). Click on the picture, picture slide show will pop-up and you need to click expand button on top right corner to turn it into full screen.
A : ASUS R9 290X
B : ASUS GTX Titan
The trash bin has been claimed as new Mac Pro burned on fire, this screenshot we focus the flame and the smoke. Yet we found both image has no different.
Picture A is screenshot from Fird(Kya) (ASUS R9 290X) rig and picture B is from AmilXtech (ASUS GTX Titan). Click on the picture, picture slide show will pop-up and you need to click expand button on top right corner to turn it into full screen.
A : ASUS R9 290X
B : ASUS GTX Titan
Burn his house, beat his mother, the last screenshot we took is the tower at the Dawn Breaker map,  the was a tower on fire. We observed the fire, smoke, building neon and the particle from the fire, do you guys see any to compare with? We found it both same.
Picture A is screenshot from Fird(Kya) (ASUS R9 290X) rig and picture B is from AmilXtech (ASUS GTX Titan). Click on the picture, picture slide show will pop-up and you need to click expand button on top right corner to turn it into full screen.
A : ASUS R9 290X
B : ASUS GTX Titan
Do you see any differences at all compared screenshot? We do not at all, not sure if you guys does, please leave a comment then. We conclude that this experiment is busted, both card render good and nice image, we did not see any different on both samples from ASUS GTX Titan and ASUS R9 290X.
If you guys want to story or discuss about the technology from both card, these two is good example to look at.
Nvidia Physx
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EWFkDrKvBRU&feature=youtu.be
AMD TressFX
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKYRkm9n0us&feature=youtu.be
So after the experiment, does you really need Nvidia GTX Titan and AMD R9 290X to play on ultra setting at 1080p resolution? Which will be you choice since both manufacturer did a good job for the consumer. For our recommendation if you seaching a good card for playing multiplayer FPS game like BF4, we suggest that enable V-Sync is a plus it limit the frame rendered depend on your display frequency. For us FIXED and STABLE 60fps is way more important than having problem such as micro shuttering, screen teraing, jitter when you disable V-sync function.
And the recommendation card that at least capable BF4 on ultra setting at 1080p is :
ASUS GTX760 DC2OC

ASUS R9 270X DC2T

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Razer Panthera Evo Arcade Stick Review – Evolving to the Next Stage

Razer Panthera Evo Arcade Stick Review
Unboxing the Razer Panthera Evo

Appearance

For the most part, the Razer Panthera Evo looks almost the same as its predecessor but when you think about it, how different can arcade sticks look anyway. It still dons the Razer signature triple-headed snake design like in the previous one, and once again, it is blue in colour to show that it is meant for the PS4. If it was the Razer signature green, people may think that it’s for the Xbox.
It generally has the same boxy arcade stick look, similar to its predecessor, but it does seem to be bigger than its predecessor at first glance when in truth, it is essentially the same size. when move down from the buttons, there is slight curve towards the bottom edge of the top panel. This was designed so users can comfortably rest their wrists on it, and it is certainly a smart decision on Razer’s end.

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The Razer Panthera Evo has lost the quick opening hatch mechanism from its predecessor, which was to open and reveal the storage compartments. With this, you will have to unscrew everything and remove the acrylic panel in order to open it up. On the plus side, it has gained the ability to swap the art so if you want something different than the blue triple-headed snake art, you can change that now.

You have the PS4 touchpad, the PS button, L3 and R3 buttons, mute button with an LED glow, volume button, a switch to lock the start and pause button, a switch to denote whether you’re using the Dpad, left analog stick, or right analog stick, Sanwa stick, and a total of eight main buttons utilizing the Razer mechanical switches on the top here in Viewlix layout.

For the sides, the right side is where the Options and Share buttons are located, along with a 3.5mm headphone jack, which is used to connect your headset when in use on the PS4. On the top side, there is a hatch which can be easily opened to reveal the USB cable. This is where you’re meant to store the cable, which is no longer removable. There’s nothing worth nothing on the left and down side, its just empty.

On the bottom part of the Razer Panthera Evo arcade stick, you’ll notice that the grips do not cover almost the entirety of it. It’s simply two strips of it but despite that, it works just fine when placed on your lap or on the table so no worries there. There are also 6 screws; 3 at the top and 3 at the bottom which are used remove the acrylic panel and open it up to reveal its insides. To adjust the stick itself or to change its top, you don’t actually have to open it up. There is a hidden screw covered by a rubber stopped right where the product info is listed.

Overall, the Razer Panthera Evo arcade stick is a beautiful one to behold, just like its predecessor. Some thought was also put into it to make it more comfortable to use and while it has lost some things from its predecessor, it has gained something else that fans have been asking Razer for a while now, which is the ability to change the artwork.
Specifications

8 Razer Mechanical Switch pushbuttons (Viewlix Layout)
Authentic Sanwa joystick with ball top
Fully accessible internals for easy modification
9.8 ft / 3 m hard wired cable and cable management storage
Approximate size: 385 mm x 260 mm x 121 mm (L x W x H)
Approximate weight: 2.1 kg / 4.6 lbs

User Experience

The Razer Panthera Evo arcade stick uses authentic Sanwa joystick complete with a balltop, and Razer mechanical switches for the buttons. This means that for the joystick itself, it is actually the same as the previous generation Panthera so don’t expect much differences there.

I still do feel like it would be beneficial for the joystick to be positioned slightly further away from the buttons. Furthermore, I wished the joystick itself is 5mm taller so its easier to hold, especially with big hands like mine. With that being said however, the height is the same as with other sticks, it’s just a personal preference for it to be longer. Because Due to the fact that it is using Sanwa joystick however, you can opt for those Sanwa shaft extenders which will give you an additional 15mm height, and it’s relatively easy to find one.
As for the buttons, it does feel noticeably more tactile than the predecessor’s buttons, which is rather neutral. However, there isn’t much difference and it is still quick to initiate actions so you don’t have to worry about it impeding your skills. Personally, I do enjoy the feel of the buttons better here.

The Razer Panthera Evo arcade stick is meant for the PlayStation 4. As such, it includes the PS4 touchpad and it uses the PlayStation button layout. The addition of the headphone jack is a blessing, and certainly makes it more viable for eSports players. When using the headphone jack, you can easily mute and adjust volume with their respective buttons on the stick.

Just like the previous Panthera, there are two switches here as well; one to dictate the joystick’s functions (Dpad, left analog stick, and right analog stick) as well as one to lock the Option and Share / Start and Select buttons. As people may have the tendency to accidentally press those two buttons on the side, the lock switch is a godsend.
Just like its predecessor, the Razer Panthera Evo arcade stick can still be fully modded. The only difference here is that opening it up requires more effort. There will be a bunch of things you need to unscrew first, and then removing the acrylic panel, before you can see the internals. On the plus side, it is possible to change the artwork now, which is a big plus.
The loss of the quick opening hatch isn’t necessarily a bad thing and is subjective. If you open it up often whether it’s for storage or checking the internals often, then this would be a pain for you. However, if you barely open it to begin with, then this is definitely a non-issue for you.

The joystick top itself doesn’t require opening the whole thing up to change / adjust however. On the bottom of the Razer Panthera Evo arcade stick, there will be a piece of rubber right beside the “Important” sign. Removing it will reveal a screw, which can be used to tighten or remove the top of the joystick. Keep in mind however, this only comes with a balltop and doesn’t include a battop.

The cable itself already has its own storage compartment on the front portion of the stick. There is a hatch that will reveal the USB cable, which is pretty lengthy. Personally, I am a fan of this over the removable cable on the previous Panthera as it is actually more convenient to store the cable.
Some of you may point out that removable cables will make it easier to maintain but herein lies a problem; Razer doesn’t sell the cable for the Panthera officially, and finding a replacement can be tricky. You have higher chances of ruining your cable from frequently connecting / disconnecting it rather than with use. As such, I see this as the better and more convenient option.

One thing I really love about the Razer Panthera Evo arcade stick is how much lighter it is compared to its predecessor. It’s over 1kg lighter and it is very noticeable if you have both arcade sticks. This will very helpful if you frequently bring your arcade sticks out whether it’s to game with friends or for eSports tournament, and you’d be extra thankful if you’ve been using the original Panthera all this time.
Razer Panthera Evo Verdict

The Razer Panthera Evo is a great arcade stick. It is more affordable than its predecessor, at RM1,099, and does have some benefits over it as well. The changeable artwork, the addition of the headphone jack for the PS4, and the more tactile buttons.
However, it does have some drawbacks as well such as the loss of the quick opening hatch, cable no longer able to be freely replaced, and it only comes with a balltop. If you do own the original Panthera, I don’t see a reason as to why you should upgrade, even if the lesser weight is that much more beneficial but if you don’t own one yet, then this is definitely a great choice.
With that being said, I award the Razer Panthera Evo arcade stick with our Gold Pokdeward

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Dell Releases Pricing and Availability Information For UltraSharp Monitors & Peripherals

Recently announced in CES 2023 – Dell has released the local pricing and availability information with UltraSharp monitors and productivity peripherals.
UltraSharp 34 Curved USB-C Hub Monitor (U3423WE)
Two UltraSharp monitors are due for launch this round: the 34-inch ultrawide QHD U3423WE and the 43-inch U4323QE. The 34-inch model features IPS Black panel which boosts contrast ratio to 2,000:1, double that of the standard IPS displays. As mentioned, this monitor runs on the resolution of 3440 x 1440 ultrawide QHD and supports 10-bit color, as well as 98% DCI-P3 and 100% sRGB coverage. The monitor also supports a set of features dedicated for productivity including KVM, PIP/PBP mode and RJ45 LAN ports. Available today – this monitor is priced at RM5,179 and is available at Dell’s website.
UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Hub Monitor (U4323QE)
Dell also offers the 43-inch 4K USB-C monitor which supports KVM, PIP/PBP up to four 1080p display outputs, enabling single mouse and keyboard control across all devices; with RJ-45 LAN port, 10Gbps USB passthrough and dedicated pop-out front-side USB ports for easy access. The 4K panel is the standard 16:9 panel with IPS rated for 1,000:1 contrast ratio and 10-bit color supporting 95% sRGB color gamut. Priced at RM6,059 – this monitor is now available on Dell’s website.

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Premier KB900 Keyboard & MS900 Mouse
Onto office peripherals, Dell also announced two models available beginning April 2023. The Premier KB900 Collaboration Keyboard is certified by Zoom, with dedicated touch controls for managing Zoom calls, proximity detection, 15 programmable key inputs and USB-C fast charging which allows up to 20 days of use on a single charge; the Premier MS900 Rechargeable Mouse allows for glass-surface tracking, dual-axis scrolling, 3-device support, with adjustable 8,000 DPI sensor and USB-C charging allowing three months of usage on a single charge. Pricing for both devices are RM701 and RM614 respectively.
Pokdepinion: The price for the keyboard and mouse is rather pricey not gonna lie…
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Upcoming Assassin’s Creed Game Could Be Set In The Vikings Era

While the Assassin’s Creed series seemed to be running out of ideas (personally, it was Unity for me), they’ve freshen things up with the introduction of Origins and brought it even further with Odyssey. Many are left pondering on where will the next title will take place at and it could turn out to be in a Norse setting.
Assassin’s Creed Easter egg?
It was discovered by Youtuber JorRaptor, where he found out of a cheeky poster in Tom Clancy’s The Division 2. The poster can be seen to show a rather Assassin’s Creed-ish looking character and he seems to be holding the Apple of Eden, an iconic treasure found in the game’s series. Additionally, the title of the poster is named Valhalla, which is a Viking mythology. It also isn’t helped by the fact that Ubisoft is the company that produced both The Division and Assassin’s Creed series.
If it is indeed set to be focusing on Vikings, we could expect to see naval warfare to be a massive part of the game.

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As promising as it sounds, take the news with a pinch of salt. Nothing is officially confirmed yet, but rest assured we will update on further updates once it is made available. Until then, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: Well I’d be interested in the idea. I probably would’ve liked it if they went into the Samurai era too.
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HUAWEI Pay Is Now Available In Malaysia — Here’s The List Of Supported Smartphones

HUAWEI Malaysia has recently announced the arrival of HUAWEI Pay in the country, which allows you to make payments through NFC at retail stores. The feature is now available thanks to their partnership with UnionPay International and Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC).
HUAWEI Pay now available in Malaysia

HUAWEI Pay was actually introduced back in 2016, where it was made only available in China as a mobile payment service rooted on HUAWEI Wallet, as part of HUAWEI Mobile Services (HMS).

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ICBC UnionPay Credit Cardholders will be among the first in Malaysia to experience the payment method on their HUAWEI smartphones in Malaysia. HUAWEI Pay users will be able to make payment at over 20 million payment terminals with UnionPay QuickPass logo across 51 countries and regions around the world.
The feature is rolling out in the country where a number of selected HUAWEI smartphones being able to utilize it. This includes:

HUAWEI Mate Series

HUAWEI P Series

HUAWEI nova Series

HUAWEI Mate Xs
HUAWEI Mate X
HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro
HUAWEI Mate 30
HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro
PORSCHE DESIGN Mate 30 RS
HUAWEI Mate 20
HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro
HUAWEI Mate 20 X
HUAWEI Mate 20 X (5G)
PORSCHE DESIGN Mate 20 RS
HUAWEI Mate 10
HUAWEI Mate 10 Pro
PORSCHE DESIGN Mate 10
HUAWEI Mate 9
HUAWEI Mate 9 Pro
PORSCHE DESIGN Mate 9

HUAWEI P40
HUAWEI P40 Pro
HUAWEI P40 Pro+
HUAWEI P30
HUAWEI P30 Pro
HUAWEI P20
HUAWEI P20 Pro
HUAWEI P10
HUAWEI P10 Plus

HUAWEI nova 7 5G

Aside from that, starting from 12th of December 2020 until 12th March 2021, all ICBC UnionPay Credit cardholders who register their cards with HUAWEI Pay can enjoy up to 50% cashback for every transaction with a minimum spending of RM202. To make it a little more interesting, the top monthly spender will also stand a chance in winning a HUAWEI P40, HUAWEI Freebuds 3, HUAWEI Watch GT 2E and plenty more prizes.
Pokdepinion: Nice to see that they have quite the list of supported models that support the feature. The nova series could do with some loving though.
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vivo Y33s Launching With 50MP Triple Camera At RM999

The folks at vivo Malaysia has recently revealed that they are launching the new vivo Y33s soon, the latest addition to the Y-Series.
vivo Y33s launching in Malaysia

The phone comes with a 2.5D flat frame and sports a 6.58-inch FHD+ display. Available in Mirror Black and Midday Dream colour variants, the device is powered by a Helio G80 SoC and 5000mAh battery, which you can charge with its 18W Fast Charge charger.

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In terms of storage, it packs 8GB RAM that’s mated with 128GB internal storage. You can also opt to add an additional 4GB RAM with vivo’s Extended RAM 2.0 feature, should you need the performance.
As for cameras, it offers a 50MP main camera, 2MP bokeh lens, and 2MP macro shooter. For your selfies, it sports a 16MP camera at the front.
You can get the device at RM999 and it can be purchased at vivo Malaysia’s E-Store, as well as their official stores on Lazada and Shopee. Should you pre-order from now till the 10th of September, you will receive free gifts worth up to RM329 that includes a vivo backpack, 1-year extended warranty and 1-year screen crack protection. You will also get a Netflix Gift card worth up to RM55 when you purchase in this period.
For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: Should you plan on getting the device, you might want to act quickly to grab those pre-order freebies on offer.
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YouTuber ProJared Finally Defends Himself in Marital Affair and Nude Photo Controversy

Roughly three months ago, the internet was shocked to learn of some accusations hurled at YouTuber and gaming personality ProJared, a.k.a. Jared Knabenbauer. The accusations were very serious and it came from his now ex-wife Heidi O’Ferrall, gaming influencer / model Pamela Horton, and two other people who allegedly communicated with ProJared. It was odd that he kept silent about the whole situation but now, he has finally spoken up in a lengthy 40-minute video, which we’ve included above.
For those who aren’t aware, there are multiple parts to this controversy so we’ll have to take it one by one.
The ProJared Controversy

In recently learned that my husband @ProJared has been fucking @HollyConrad behind my back for months. I have no idea what announcement he just made because he blocked me. pic.twitter.com/QeSAIuahJa
— Heidi O’Ferrall✨ (@AtelierHeidi) May 9, 2019

The first notable accusation was by his now ex-wife, Heidi O’Ferrall, a well-known cosplayer in the US. She claims that Jared has been cheating on her with Holly Conrad, an artist and cosplayer who’s also known for her relationship with Ross O’Donovan from Game Grumps. She claims that ProJared has been gaslighting her, and that she has proof of her infidelity in the form of explicit conversations and photographs.

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Then we have the accusations by Pamela Horton, who claims that Jared has been scouring the internet for nude photos of her and her friend and Amelia Talon. It was alleged that Jared then forcefully showed the photo to his friends. To top it all off, Pamela claims that she was treated with a level of disrespect at a particular event which includes a handshake refusal among other things.
The last notable accusation came from the duo of Chai (Twitter @teacupchai) and Charlie (Twitter @swampborzoi). It is claimed that both of these individuals and ProJared shared their own nudes with each other despite the two individuals being underage, and Jared being aware that they were underage at the time.
ProJared Responds
Pamela Horton cosplaying as Bayonetta
In the 40-minute video at the top of this post, ProJared refutes these accusations with evidences. On the matter with ex-wife Heidi O’Ferrall, he claims that he has asked for a divorce on October 2018. Unfortunately, he was denied and threatened to be ruined of his reputation on the internet. He also mentioned that no cheating occurred and that the adult activities he engaged in was done with every involved parties’ consent, including Heidi. Some evidences could not be shown due to the ongoing divorce case between him and Heidi.
As for the accusation by Pamela Horton, he claims that he doesn’t remember ever doing such a thing, and that 2 out of the 3 “friends” that he allegedly shared the nudes with claims that such a thing never happened. This includes Jirard Khalil from the Completionist and an individual that doesn’t want to be named. The third friend, and possibly the culprit behind the spread of the nude sharing story, is former Smosh Games member Matt Sohinki. As for Jared’s less than favourable demeanour towards Pamela, he discovered that it was during an E3 panel that consists of himself, MatPat from Game Theory, and Pamela Horton. Surprisingly, such a panel doesn’t exist.

As for the underage nude scandal, ProJared admitted that he did engage in sexual-related activities with people online. However, everything was done with consent from all parties involved. Jared showed the conversation between himself and Charlie, which shows that he did ask to confirm Charlie’s age, to which Charlie responded with “oh yeah of course!”. As for Chai, Jared found an old blog post on Medium which shows that Chai was facing mental health issues including psychosis which would cause him to hallucinate and not have a good memory up to 6 months. The timeline of this contradicts his claims of when his alleged exchange with Jared occurred.
It was then surmised that both Chai and Charlie were simply taking advantage of the situation to not only damage ProJared’s reputation but to also gain some attention online. Why? Because they love the attention and they want to make money for themselves. This includes discoveries of their online activities such as lewd blogs dedicated to the Game Grumps and them consistently asking for donations from people. Since the video went up, both Chai and Charlie have set their social media accounts to private.
This is just a summary of ProJared’s explanation on the whole controversy. For the full story, you should watch the video at the top of this post. We at Pokde.net aren’t siding with anyone on this matter. We are simply giving you another side of the story, which was clearly lacking from the initial controversy.
Pokdepinion: When I first found out about the initial controversy, I was dumbfounded. Didn’t think such a thing could have happened. Him engaging in personal activities is his own private matter but when underage teens were apparently involved, them privates ain’t so private no more. Now that Jared has shared his side, I’m anxiously awaiting response from the others involved.

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SophosLabs Says No Platform is Immune to Ransomware

Time to increase security

Sophos recently published their SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast, a report that recaps ransomware and other
cybersecurity trends based on data collected from Sophos customer computers worldwide during April 1
to Oct. 3, 2017. If you don’t know who Sophos are, let me help you shed some light on them. Sophos or Sophos Group plc is an English software and hardware company and one of the world’s leaders in network and endpoint security.
In the SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast, one the major concerns found is that while ransomware predominately attacked Windows systems in the last six months, Android, Linux and MacOS platforms were not immune. Which means that they can be attacked anytime.

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Dorka Palotay, SophosLabs security researcher and contributor to the ransomware analysis in the SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast explained that ransomware has become platform-agnostic. She also added that,
Ransomware mostly targets Windows computers, but this year, SophosLabs saw an increased amount of crypto-attacks on different devices and operating systems used by our customers worldwide.
The report also tracks ransomware growth patterns, indicating that the infamous WannaCry, unleashed in May 2017, was the number one ransomware intercepted from customer computers, dethroning longtime ransomware leader Cerber, which first appeared in early 2016. WannaCry accounted for 45.3 percent of all ransomware tracked through SophosLabs with Cerber accounting for 44.2 percent.
The creators of Cerber continuously update the code and they charge a percentage of the ransom that the “middle-men” attackers receive from victims. Regular new features make Cerber not only an effective attack tool, but perennially available to cyber criminals. Which effectively makes Cerber the most dangerous ransomware out there.
Palotay said that it’s the first they’ve encountered a ransomware with worm-like characteristics in WannaCry, which is why it became so widespread so quickly and easily. This ransomware exploited a known Windows vulnerability to infect and spread to computers, making it hard to control. She also said that despite their customers being protected from it, they can still see the threat because of its inherent nature to keep scanning and attacking computers.
Palotay expects that other cyber criminals will be sure to build upon this ability to replicate or create ransomware similar to WannaCry or NotPetya. NotPetya is another ransomware similar to WannaCry that wreaked havoc in June 2017 and has been included in the SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast.
NotPetya was initially distributed through a Ukranian accounting software package but was able to spread via the EternalBlue exploit, just like WannaCry. However NotPetya hit right after WannaCry so a majority of machines were already patched and defended against such an attack therefore it was stopped as soon as it had begun. It did manage to affect businesses however during its short spike, permanently destroying data on the computers it hit. Palotay remarked,
We suspect the cyber criminals were experimenting or their goal was not ransomware, but something more destructive like a data wiper. Regardless of intention, Sophos strongly advises against paying for ransomware and recommends best practices instead, including backing up data and keeping patches up to date.
Android ransomware is also attracting cyber criminals. According to SophosLabs analysis, the number of attacks on Sophos customers using Android devices increased almost every month in 2017. Rowland Yu, a SophosLabs security researcher and contributor to the SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast said that 30.4% of Sophos customers using Android devices were affected by some form of ransomware in September alone. He expects this number to rise in the coming months.
One reason we believe ransomware on Android is taking off is because it’s an easy way for cyber criminals to make money instead of stealing contacts and SMS, popping ups ads or bank phishing which requires sophisticated hacking techniques. It’s important to note that Android ransomware is mainly discovered in non-Google Play markets – another reason for users to be very cautious about where and what kinds of apps they download.
The SophosLabs 2018 Malware Forecast further indicates two types of Android attack methods emerged: locking the
phone without encrypting data, and locking the phone while encrypting the data. Most ransomware on Android doesn’t encrypt user data, but the sheer act of locking a screen in exchange for money is enough to cause people grief, especially considering how many times in a single day information is accessed on a personal device.
Yu advised that users should start backing up phones on a regular schedule, similar to a computer, to preserve data and avoid paying ransom just to regain access. This is because he and Sophos expects ransomware for Android to continue to increase and dominate as the leading type of malware on this mobile platform in the coming year.
For more information and for access to the full report and infographic, please click here.
Pokdepinion: Cyber attacks are getting more and more rampant and now that Android is getting attacked too, it’s best to take every precautionary steps possible to protect yourself against these cyber attacks.
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New POCO M4 Pro 5G Launched With A Starting Price Of RM849

POCO has just unveiled their newest mid-range smartphone, the POCO M4 Pro 5G. The new M4 pro 5G comes equipped with a MediaTek Dimensity 810 chipset, 90Hz refresh rate display and 33W fast charging.
POCO M4 Pro 5G is out now

The new POCO M4 Pro 5G touts a 6.6-inch DynamicSwitch DotDisplay screen with a 90Hz refresh rate and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. The display also features a wide colour gamut that supports DCI-P3. The camera on the new M4 Pro 5G is a dual-camera setup that includes a main 50MP camera, the first POCO smartphone to come equipped with a sensor of this size, and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The camera comes with a slew of camera features such as Night mode, Kaleidoscope, Slow motion and Time-lapse video. It also has a 16MP front camera that’s capable of taking panorama selfies.

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Under the hood, there is a 6nm MediaTek Dimensity 810 SoC. The Dimensity 810 chipset is capable of delivering decent performances while being very power efficient. Keeping the lights on is a large 5000mAh battery that comes with a 33W fast charging technology. According to POCO, the POCO M4 Pro 5G can be topped up from 0% to 100% in just 59 minutes. Another good thing is that the charger 33W charger is included together in the box. The M4 Pro 5G also has a built-in 5G modem and dual 5G standby support, as well as UFS 2.2 technology.

Other features included with the M4 Pro 5G is dual speakers (a feature I personally really like), an infrared blaster, a 3.5mm headphone jack as well as a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
POCO M4 Pro 5G price and availability

The POCO M4 Pro 5G comes in two variants; one with 4GB of RAM with 64GB of internal storage and the other with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. Both retail for RM849 and RM999 respectively. Both variants feature microSD support and can be expanded up to 1TB. The phone comes in three different colours; POCO Yellow, Power Black, and Cool Blue.
The POCO M4 Pro 5G will be offered for early-bird pricing of RM749 for the 4GB+64GB model and RM899 for the 6GB+128GB model for a limited period. While stocks last, early-bird pricing is only available on the POCO Official Store on Shopee.
Pokdepinion: Be sure to look out for the review of the POCO M4 Pro 5G coming out real soon!
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Epic Games Has Acquired The Makers Of Fall Guys

The folks at Epic Games has announced that they are acquiring Mediatonic. If that name sounds familiar to you, well they are the video game studio behind Fall Guys.
Epic Games acquires Fall Guys game studio

HUGE NEWS!@Mediatonic are pleased to announce that we've joined the @EpicGames family!
What does this mean? I'm glad you asked!
FAQ:https://t.co/QpiEHemUca pic.twitter.com/ZcGaoooljz
— Fall Guys 4041 🤖 SOON (@FallGuysGame) March 2, 2021

The news was revealed over at Twitter, where Tonic Games linked their blog in the tweet regarding the matter.
This is a huge win for Fall Guys. Since Fall Guys broke out in August, we’ve put everything we have into the game, and the Fall Guys team has already grown massively from 35 to 150+. Yet, there is so much more we want to build for our players. Joining forces with Epic will accelerate our plans to improve the game and bring Fall Guys to as many players as possibly, while continuing to support the community.
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout has seen success since its release back in August 2020 as a battle royale game. The game was originally released as a timed exclusive for the PS4 and then hit the PC platform.

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Pokdepinion: It’ll be interesting to see if Epic Games would do something to make it exclusively available on their platform and take it away from Steam..
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The HUAWEI x Gentle Monster Eyewear is probably the coolest pair of shades you can get

The HUAWEI x Gentle Monster Eyewear combines Bluetooth headphones and microphones into a stylish pair of shades that doesn’t look any different from a regular one. Interesting enough?
With tiny dynamic drivers built into the frame angled towards your ears, you would be assured of good sound without the irritating vibration you would suffer with bone conduction systems. From our short time with the HUAWEI x Gentle Monster, they sounded rather impressive, especially for a pair of glasses.

There are dual microphones too to ensure that your voice will get picked up properly by the HUAWEI x Gentle Monster Eyewear.

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HUAWEI claims up to 20 hours of standby or 2.5 hours of music and calls on a single charge, with the included charging case giving users a convenient way to rejuice the glasses. And yeah, if you wear prescription glasses, you can always pop over to an optometrist to get your prescription fitted, making your glasses that much cooler.
Priced at RM1599, the HUAWEI x Gentle Monster Eyewear is available in two designs, Jackbye and Eastmoon.
 Pokdepinion: If I wore glasses, I would definitely sport one of these.
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Sony Xperia XZ3 may feature a single rear camera — will Sony keep the dual camera systems for the Premium variant?

Sony finally released their Xperia XZ2 Premium with dual cameras. So it was natural to assume that the next-gen Xperia XZ3 would also come with dual cameras. But these leaked renders reveal otherwise.

The Sony Xperia XZ3 might just come with a single camera, but then again, the Pixel 2 features only one camera but is still one of the best shooters out there. So we aren’t really too worried about that. Perhaps Sony will use their latest 48MP IMX586 sensor here?

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With an imminent launch at IFA 2018 Berlin in early September, the device will probably still ship with the Snapdragon 845 inside. Rumored specifications included up to 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage and a 5.7″ 18:9 FHD+ display — no notchy tomfoolery here.

While we dig the curves on both the front and back, the rear fingerprint sensor’s location appears to still be a little lower than it should be. We will wait and see if Sony finally learns how to position a rear fingerprint sensor this time around though. As we know from a leading smartphone brand, it takes some practice.
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Pokdepinion: That sheen in the video… I wish it comes with a ceramic back. While we are talking about premium materials, how about titanium sides too?
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You Can Own The All-New HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro Through Digi PhoneFreedom 365

As you might recall, the HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro has recently landed in Malaysia. If you’re looking to get your hands on the brand new flagship device from HUAWEI, Digi has prepped up something special for you via their Digi PhoneFreedom 365 plan.
HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro on Digi PhoneFreedom 365

With Digi’s PhoneFreedom 365 phone ownership plan, you can get the HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro (256GB) at Digi Stores in the country as well as their Digi Store Online.

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You can get it starting from the price of RM98 per month through Digi Postpaid 190 where you can get double the data quota allocation of up to 200GB monthly for Digi Postpaid 120 onwards and also be eligible for a free phone upgrade after 20 months.
Aside from that, Digi Postpaid 160 and Digi Postpaid 190 subscribers can also enjoy a complimentary Digi Shield coverage, where it offers insurance that covers against accidental and liquid damage for up to 2 years.
Not to forget, those who purchase the HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro through the program will also be eligible to participate in the HUAWEI Sound X Giveaway campaign that allows you to win a brand new HUAWEI Sound X and other freebies that’s worth up to RM3,300.
Pokdepinion: The offer certainly looks attractive if you’re aiming to get the HUAWEI Mate 40 Pro as well as being a Digi subscriber!
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Sony Launches the PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack; All 4 Uncharted Games Included

If you’re in the hunt for a PS4, might as well get the PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack.
Let’s face the facts here. Buying videogames for the PlayStation 4 can be a bit painful, especially when buying multiple games at once. It’s not exactly cheap and seeing the money being forked out can be enough to cause multiple heartaches…unless the game is really good of course.
As such, bundle packs are a welcoming addition to the videogame console lineup as we get a number of games to play it with immediately, and it’s usually not that much pricier than buying the console alone. Sony has yet another bundle pack that dives into ‘Uncharted’ territory.

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Introducing the PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack

Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore has officially announced a new bundle pack for their PlayStation 4 console known as the PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack.
The PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack will include a 500GB PlayStation 4 Slim (worth RM1,349) along with Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End (RM239) and Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection (worth RM109).
For those of you who aren’t aware, Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection consists of remastered version of Uncharted 1: Drake’s Fortune, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, and Uncharted 3: Drake’s Deception in a single disc. Then comes the series finale in Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, where Nathan comes out of retirement temporarily to assist his long-lost brother in one last quest.

Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End is one of the best-selling games on the PlayStation 4 today, with more than 8.7 million copies sold globally as of December 21st 2016. And you get that game in the PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack.
But wait, there’s more. The PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack will also include a 3-month PlayStation Plus membership card and a 1-year PlayStation 4 extended warranty card. That PlayStation Plus card alone will guarantee you a number of free games, exclusive discounts and other cool stuff for 3 months.
For a clearer idea of what you’ll get with the PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack, here’s the full list:
Sony PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack

The latest slim PlayStation 4 500GB (worth RM1,349)
A 3-month PlayStation Plus membership voucher card
A one year PlayStation 4 extended warranty service voucher card
UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End (worth RM239)
UNCHARTED: The Nathan Drake Collection (worth RM109)

The PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack will be available starting 7th February 2017 onwards and will be retailing for RM1,419. The bundle pack will be available in Sony stores and selected retail game outlets near you.

Pokdepinion: The Uncharted series is one of the best in the PlayStation lineup of games. Though I personally didn’t enjoy Uncharted 3 as much as I thought I would, the game series as a whole is worth buying. If you are looking to get yourself a PlayStation 4 anyway, the PlayStation 4 Uncharted Adventure Pack is a good deal since you’re paying RM70 more than buying the console alone but you get the entire Uncharted series.
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ROG and IKEA to develop affordable gaming furniture and accessories

IKEA has just announced that they will be working with the Republic of Gamers (ROG) to develop a new range of affordable gaming furniture and accessories. While ROG’s branding is rarely seen on anything that can be described as “affordable”, maybe the Swedish company will help them come up with more wallet-friendly products.
This new range of products developed by IKEA and ROG will consist of about 30 products that will launch in China as early as February 2021, while the rest of the world will see them from October.
The new range of gaming furniture and accessories developed will be affordable, ergonomic, designed to increase performance while also blending in beautifully to homes. The latter presumably to keep the missus happier than the overtly gamer aesthetic that other gaming furniture sport will.

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IKEA and ROG are holding workshops with professional gamers in Shanghai to explore the needs of gamers, so I am quite excited to see what the collaboration will bring to the market. IKEA has previously collaborated with UNYQ and Area Academy to bring forth some gaming accessories under the UPPKOPPLA range, although I am not exactly sure what happened to that lineup.
Pokdepinion: Skeptics will say “slap the word “gaming” on anything and jack up the price.” Hopefully that won’t be the case here.
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Snapdragon 820 is official — Kryo and Adreno 530

Qualcomm is finally talking about the upcoming Snapdragon 820, and here are some reasons why you should get excited, custom Qualcomm in-house designed Kryo cores, new Adreno 530 GPU, and also a new ISP — Spectra. What will that mean for you? Faster and cooler phones and better photos and videos. And by cooler, I mean it as in temperature.

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Details about the Kryo cores and other parts of the SoC are still unavailable at the moment, but we do know more about the Adreno 530. For one, it claims to offer 40% better performance while consuming 40% less power as compared to the Adreno 430 used in the Snapdragon 810 SoC. This could partially be attributed to Qualcomm turning to FinFET and a smaller process node (14nm Samsung or 16nm TSMC) besides architectural improvements. The Adreno 500-series is also the first series to be designed with Vulkan in mind, however this doesn’t mean the older Adreno 400-series will be left out, as they support OpenGL ES 3.1 too. Older SoCs from Qualcomm like the Snapdragon 800, 801 which uses Adreno 300-series GPUs will be left out of the Vulkan loop though.

The Snapdragon 820 supports the HDMI 2.0 standard, which among other things provides enough bandwidth to connect external 4K displays at 60 frames per second. 4K is possible over a wireless connection, but at a lower 30 FPS.

The new Spectra ISP allows for “optical zoom” by means of using two different fixed focal length cameras to simulate zooming through out the focal range with the help of some GPU accelerated software. Qualcomm will also support HTC One M8-esque background defocus, where two cameras are used in combination with to produce a enhanced shallow depth-of-field effect.
Even if your phone just has one camera on the back, the company promises imaging improvements. Better auto-focusing and image quality and dedicated hardware for “radial noise reduction and color artifact correction”. The addition of enhanced de-mosaicing for new ~1.0u sensors is needed as manufacturers are surely going to increase the number of pixels, but will maintain the sensor size to produce those thin sexy phones that capture consumers’ attention.

Improved HDR algorithms attempt to more intelligently brighten and reduce the noise levels in dark, under-exposed spots in otherwise bright pictures. Fast HDR algorithms are always welcome given the limited dynamic range of the tiny sensors found in smartphones.
Qualcomm can only do so much in terms of improving camera performance. The rest is up to manufacturers to use nice sensors with good lens and other software features that manufacturers cram their smartphones with.

SOURCE: ArsTechnica

Pokdepinion: The Snapdragon 810 was quite a disaster for Qualcomm this year, causing a lot of bad press due to it being a hot chip, literally. The mid-range Snapdragon 615s which was in the Mi4i and X5Pro I tested didn’t fare that well either. The Snapdragon 820 which most probably will not make its way into this year’s flagships, will hopefully help Qualcomm regain its footing in an increasingly competitive market with Samsung’s Exynos, HiSilicon’s Kirin and not forgetting Mediatek, which is also rising up to take on the flagship SoCs with their Helios series as well.
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This is How Much Storage Space Final Fantasy VII Remake Will Need

One of the most anticipated games coming soon is Final Fantasy VII Remake. We at Pokde.net even got a chance to try the game at a private demo session, which you can read about by clicking right here. If you needed time to prepare for the game, this should give you a good idea on how much stuff you need to clear out off your PlayStation 4.
Reddit user aniphreak has posted a photo showing the cover art for Final Fantasy VII Remake. The picture even includes the Korean version of the game, with both front and back shown in its full glory. According to the back cover, it says that the game will need at least 100GB storage space in your PS4.

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This shouldn’t be a big surprise given that the game is expected to have two discs. A single Blu-ray disc can already hold so much data after all and when you take into consideration files that need to be downloaded, the size only gets bigger. It’s also not the first to have such a big storage space requirement as Red Dead Redemption 2 has similar requirements.
The pictures of the cover has since been taken down on Reddit, most likely due to intervention by Square Enix. I would still advise to clear up the storage in your PS4 before getting this game so you don’t have to delay yourself from playing when it’s finally out.
Final Fantasy VII Remake will be coming exclusively to the PlayStation 4 on 10th April 2020.
Source: Reddit
Pokdepinion: Not really surprised about it taking up a lot of space but the 100GB figure does seem a bit generic if you ask me. It’s still a good figure to base on at least. I’m gonna have to delete a few games first.
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TM removes unifi Turbo verification page — decides to delete an entire page to cope with overwhelming traffic

While we would love the massive influx of users, TM apparently has different ideas. They removed the unifi Turbo verification page after the surge of subscribers rushing to TM’s page to check on their upgrade status resulted in the unifi’s website going offline intermittently.
This happy notification is no more :(
Clicking the old link we have embedded in our previous posts regarding the unifi Turbo verification just leads to their homepage. According to Amanz.my TM has resorted to sending emails to eligible users instead.
With the upgrades rolling out in two batches, can we expect TM to send out the emails in two batches as well? Have you received your email yet? Let us know!

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Pokdepinion: I wonder if they will be more aggressive against defaulters to lessen the load on their network too?
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Xiaomi Mi 11 arrives in Malaysia priced from RM2799

The Xiaomi Mi 11 is finally official in Malaysia, with prices starting from RM2799, which is the exact same price as the Xiaomi Mi 10 from last year. With features like the Snapdragon 888 chipset, 108MP triple camera and great harman/kardon stereo audio, the Xiaomi Mi 11 offers quite a lot of value for money.
On top of all the hardware, the Xiaomi Mi 11 also touts greatly enhanced software that helps you capture better videos. There are new AI cinema features that help you take beautiful video clips effortlessly, as well as pro-level HDR10+ video recording, complete with full manual controls.

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To capture a great shot, you will first have to be able to see what you are shooting. The Mi 11 touts a high-end quad-curved 6.81″ 120Hz AMOLED display that supports full 10-bit color output. It is also Xiaomi’s first WQHD+ panel in a smartphone, allowing you to see the fine details without squinting.
To power all the great pro-level features on the Mi 11, there’s a 4600mAh battery under the sleek curved glass panels. There’s also support for up to 55W fast charging and 50W wireless fast charging. In the box, you still get a 55W GaN charger, unlike the other flagships in the market.
Xiaomi Mi 11 Specifications

CPU
Snapdragon 888, 5nm FinFET
1 x Cortex-X1 @ 2.84 GHz + 3 x Cortex-A78 @ 2.42 GHz + 4 x Cortex-A55 @ 1.80 GHz

GPU
Adreno 660 @ 840 GHz

Memory
8GB LPDDR5-3200

Storage
128GB UFS 3.1, non-expandable

Display
6.81″ QHD+ (3200 x 1440) 551ppi AMOLED DotDisplay, 120Hz refresh rate, 480 Hz touch response
TrueColor display (ΔE≈ 0.41), HDR10+, 1500 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3 gamut, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, AI Image Engine, MEMC, DC dimming

Camera
108MP f/1.85, 7P lens
13MP f/2.4 ultra-wide angle, 123° FoV
5MP f/2.4 macro camera, 50mm equivalent, AF (3-10cm)
One-click AI Cinema, Ultra Night Video, Night Mode 2.0, AI Erase 2.0, HDR10+ video, Cinematic video filters, Vlog mode, Steady Video PRO, 8K video capture

Selfie camera
20MP f/2.2 selfie camera
1080p60 video recording, Portrait mode, AI camera

Connectivity
5G Band n1/n3/n28/n41/n77/n78/n79
LTE Band 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/17/18/19/20/26/28A/34/38/39/40/41/42
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, WiFi 6E
Bluetooth 5.2
NFC
Tri-band GPS (Beidou tri-band; dual-band GPS, Galileo, GLONASS, QZSS)

Battery
4600mAh
55W fast charging, 55W GaN charger in the box
50W wireless charging
10W reverse wireless charging

Dimensions
164.3 x 74.6 x 8.06 mm

Weight
196g

Ingress protection
No

Price
8GB+128GB: RM2799
8GB+256GB: RM2999

The 256GB variant of the Xiaomi Mi 11 will be available starting 13th March at Xiaomi’s official online store on Lazada as well as offline at Authorized Mi Stores and other official retailers in Malaysia. Meanwhile the 128GB variant will arrive at later.

The first 1500 customers who pre-order the Mi 11 from now until 10th March will get a free Mi Air Purifier 3C worth RM569. Meanwhile the first 100 customers to register their Mi 11 here will receive the Mi AIoT premium pack that’s worth a whopping RM1356. The special first day sale campaign which will also see the first 3500 customers get the Mi True Wireless Earphones 2 Basic is only valid on 13th March, so you better be quick!
To help you decide whether to get the Xiaomi Mi 11, read our in-depth review here.
Pokdepinion: It is definitely a lot of phone for the price!
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Mountain Dew challenges gamers with a RM200000 grand prize

After last year’s Dew Challenge, Mountain Dew is back with the Largest Amateur DOTA 2 Tournament with a prize pool of RM150 000. For non-DOTA 2 kaki, Mountain Dew has not forgotten to ensure that everyone gets to join in the fun, with a new mobile gaming challenge in augment reality, with a big prize pool of RM50 000.
A good example of one gamer who really believed in the mantra of “DO THE DEW” is MidOne, a member of team Fnatic and competed at The International 2016. He was the winner of Dew Challenge 2015, which was the starting point before he was inducted into Fnatic, and won fourth place at The International 2016.

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This year’s DOTA 2 challenge will see a total of 1,120 participants from 224 teams which consist of five players in each team across all regions. Participants will need to battle it out on a state level in order to proceed to the finals. For the Selangor chapter, it has just begun today at INC cybercafé in SS2.
For non-online gamers, Mountain Dew has introduced an entertaining mobile gaming challenge that allows individuals to participate in the gaming phenomena. The mobile gaming challenge is an interactive and fun challenge where each player will be required to capture as many virtual Mountain Dew drones as possible and earn the highest points but with a twist of others stealing points from the other participant. Only the top ten participants from each region will proceed to the final.
The kick-off of the Dew Challenge 2016 in Penang was well received and had more than 100 participants partaking the DoTA 2 and mobile gaming challenge. Continuing from the success in Penang, the DoTA 2 and mobile gaming challenges will both take place in the following states:

 Selangor on 5 and 6 November 2016

 Kuala Lumpur on 12 and 13 November 2016

 Kuantan on 19 and 20 November

 Johor on 25 and 26 November

All the selected teams from DoTA 2 challenge in the respective states will then compete at the group stage level which will be held on 9 December 2016. After which, the top eight teams will battle it out at the finals for a RM150,000 prize pool which will be held on 10 and 11 December 2016 in Kuala Lumpur. As for the mobile gaming challenge, top 10 scorers from each state will be selected and they will battle it out at the final for RM50,000 prize money which will be held on 11 December 2016 in Kuala Lumpur.
So what are you waiting for? Are you read to DO THE DEW? Go ahead to https://www.facebook.com/MountainDewMalaysia/ to stay updated!
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Get The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G For Only 63 Sen With Celcom’s 63MILANG Deals!

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G for 63 sen?

In conjunction with Malaysia’s 63rd Merdeka celebrations, Celcom will be commemorating the occasion with exclusive deals with their 63MILANG deals which will begin today onwards. Through this deal, Celcom customers will have a chance to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G for just 63 sen!
All you have to do to have a chance to purchase the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G is login the Celcom Life App, click on “63MILANG Deals”, followed by placing their daily entry by clicking on “Join Now”. It is open to all active Celcom prepaid and postpaid customers and is available from 27 August to 30 September.

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Here’s what else is happening during Celcom’s 63MILANG deals:

27 August until 30 September

Celcom Xpax prepaid customers can enjoy FREE 63GB high-speed internet data, valid for 2 days when they subscribe to any 7-day, 14-day Internet Passes, or FREE 63GB high-speed internet data valid 3 days with the 30-day Internet Pass, via just4ME through Celcom Life app.

29 August until 31 October

Celcom MEGA Family Lines ‘Mix & Match’ enables customers the flexibility to choose any 2 smartphones models for FREE from the widest variety of
smartphones, ranging from VIVO Y50, OPPO A92, Samsung A51, Samsung A11 among others.

21 August until 30 September

Stand a chance to win 100% Grab cashback or Grab e-vouchers! Sign up for any Celcom MEGA postpaid plans at any of our Celcom bluecube, Celcom Online Shop or Celcom Certified Partners to enjoy.
Exclusively for online sign-ups, be rewarded with up to 1,600,000 Grab Rewards points.

12 August until 16 September

Celcom Xpax prepaid customers can log on to the Celcom Life App to redeem their free 3-month unlimited data on Snapchat. Get the limited edition Snapchat Xpax Prepaid pack exclusively on Celcom Online Shop.

Now until 31 October

Various FREEBIES and GIFTS with digital content and games from Celcom’s Gempak Bonanza, available via USSD by dialling *365*8#.
Enjoy FREE 1GB for any new content purchased on Google Play Store and App Store
1-week FREE trial Premium access to Viu
3-day FREE access to Big Win
100% cashback for Aspirasi C-Protect insurance coverage with COVID-19 Financial Relief Program, underwritten by Great Eastern General Insurance (Malaysia) Berhad.

For more information regarding Celcom’s 63MILANG deals, do head over to their official website right here. You can also check out their Facebook or Twitter pages for more info.
Pokdepinion: A Samsung Galaxy Note 20 5G for only 63 cents?? Now I wish I was using Celcom too!
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HONOR Is Inviting You To Be The First To Experience The New HONOR 9X

With HONOR Malaysia set to bring in the latest from their X-series, the HONOR 9X, they are inviting fans to be a part of the Early Access Program, where they will get the chance to be the first to experience the new smartphone.
Thanks to the enormous support they’ve gotten through last year’s HONOR 8X, they are now launching the HONOR Club Early Access Program. Those from the HONOR Club who have showcased their wits in HONOR smartphones and showed their support for the brand will gain exclusive invitations to join the HONOR Club Early Access Program.
Two fans will be chose from the program and they will receive the HONOR 9X prior to its launch. They will then get to experience it and be the pioneer in providing user feedback and reviews of the smartphone. With it, HONOR will take them into consideration into upgrading their smartphones.

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In order to participate, you must be an HONOR smartphone user and be a part of the HONOR Club. Here are the full steps to join:
If you don’t have an HONOR Club account, you may register here from the 15-31 October. You then simply need to share or post a link of one of your review about any HONOR products in the comment sectionEach account/profile is entitled to one entry onlyOn 7 November 2019, two winners will be chosen by HONOR based on the quality of the review.
Pokdepinion: If you’re an HONOR fan, you should definitely take part. It’s not everyday that you get to say that you’re the first in the country to use a smartphone ;)
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper sports solder under its IHS; no next-gen TIM hanky panky here

AMD is known for using solder to ensure maximum thermal transfer from the CPU dies to the integrated heat spreader (IHS). The AMD Ryzen Threadripper sports indium solder for each of its four dies too, unlike Intel which seems to really enjoy cheaping out on TIM, even on their HEDT Skylake-X and Kaby Lake-X CPUs.
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The delidding is done by none other than der8auer. Aside from the unsurprising solder, the most shocking part is that there are four Ryzen dies in the Threadripper. That means that the Threadripper is an AMD EPYC CPU with two of the eight core dies disabled. We aren’t sure if we will be able to enable the disabled cores, like what was possible with the AMD Phenom II.

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Regardless, we should be able to see 24-core and 32-core AMD Ryzen Threadripper CPUs if AMD decides to enable more dies in upcoming Threadripper CPUs, since the cores are already there anyway.
Pokdepinion: If the cores aren’t lasered away, and some motherboard manufacturer figures out a way to re-enable those cores, we will be getting 32-core CPUs for $999!
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Microsoft gets license to sell to HUAWEI

Microsoft has announced that their request for a license to export their products to HUAWEI has been approved by the US Department of Commerce on 20th November. This should mean that upcoming HUAWEI and HONOR laptops will be able to be marketed with Windows 10 pre-installed without issues.

Microsoft is among the 25% of the requests submitted which were approved. There is reportedly around 300 license requests, of which half have been processed. Half of the processed ones failed, while the other half, including Microsoft, were approved.

With Microsoft approved, we can expect HUAWEI to anxiously wait for the Dept. of Commerce to approve Google as well, so that they can start installing Google Mobile Services on their devices, especially the HUAWEI Mate 30 series. As of the time of writing, Google has yet to comment.

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These approvals come as Trump is working towards a trade deal with China.
Pokdepinion: All we can do is wait and see…
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Samsung Malaysia Hosts Galaxy At KLCC Contest — Here’s How You Can Win A Galaxy Buds Live

As you can tell from the title, Samsung Malaysia is offering you the chance to win a Samsung Galaxy Buds Live from their Galaxy at KLCC – Pose, Snap & Win Contest and keep reading if you’re interested to win one yourself.
Samsung Malaysia Galaxy At KLCC Contest

The contest is up and running from now till the 30th of November. If you want to win the earbud, you can simply visit the Samsung Galaxy Creative Expression Wall near Suria KLCC. You would then need to strike all of your poses with influencers in the background.
You can find the full steps below:

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Visit Samsung’s Galaxy Creative Expression Wall at the KLCC Convex Tunnel (between Suria KLCC and Convention Centre)
Strike your creative poses with the backgrounds featuring your favourite influencer
Snap and upload your most creative pose and caption on Instagram
Tag and follow @SamsungMalaysia and include the hashtags #withGalaxy #strikeapose
Set your profile to public

For more details on the contest, you may head to the link right here. Stay tuned to Pokde.net for the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews.
Pokdepinion: Sounds simple enough but if you want to participate in the contest, be sure to social distance between others and obey the rules. It is a public place after all.
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ROG Masters Malaysian Qualifiers 2017 Concludes – APAC Qualifiers awaits!

Dota 2 and CS GO fans were treated to a show they had the chance of seeing the best eSport teams in Malaysia battle it out for the title of winner for the ROG Masters, Malaysian Qualifiers 2017! The tournament which was held at One Utama during the Malaysian Day weekend, certainly showcased that the eSports scene is getting bigger and more serious this year.
Many gathered to see their favorite teams in action
For those of you who doesn’t know, The ROG Masters is currently in its second year and is an event that is fully funded by the Republic Of Gamers and Intel. It is an international eSports tournament, which focuses on Dota 2 and CS GO in general.

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For the CS GO side of the tournament, Fire Dragoon Esports were crowned champions which they won a sum of RM10000.1st Runner up was won by JYP Gaming and Virtual Genesis filled up the 2nd Runner up spot.
Team Highground took top honors as they were number one at the Dota 2 tournament of the event. They took home a whopping RM25000 of cash prize. At second place, it was Team 818′ Reverse Heaven who ended up as 1st Runners up and Team Dota Hero subsequently occupied 2nd runners up spot.

Winners of both Dota 2 and CS GO ROG Masters Malaysian Qualifiers 2017 will be representing Malaysia to compete at the ROG Masters 2017 APAC Qualifiers which will be held at SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippines, on the 26th-29th October 2017.
Subsequently, the ROG Masters 2017 International Grand Final will be held at Kuala Lumpur Convention Center (KLCC), Malaysia, on the 7th-10th of December.
Pokdepinion: Yeah, the eSports scene in Malaysia is certainly getting bigger year by year. Certainly a chance for the public to go against the ‘pros’ in the gaming scene. I hope that they expand the game list for the tournament and add more variety.

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Fire Dragoon eSports Has Shut Down – Effective Immediately

The competitive world of eSports is a very tough one. One of the prominent figures in the local eSports scene, Fire Dragoon, has officially left the scene, effective today.
Fire Dragoon eSports Has Shut Down

Gaming has grown to become one of the world’s most favourite pastime activities. With its massive popularity, many have started to make a living with gaming, with the most notable one being a part of competitive gaming.

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One of the most notable organizations, Fire Dragoon, is officially shutting down their operations. This is the official statement given by the management team via an e-mail:
It has been 1 year since the launch of Fire Dragoon Esports in our humble office back in Phileo Damansara 1. Our endeavours in FDG since it’s inception, like all startups, is tough. The daily operations of Fire Dragoon, was mainly fueled by our passion of wanting to develop eSports in Malaysia, and to propel the industry into greater heights.
None of it would be possible without the support from all of you who had supported our dreams in the past years. Directly or indirectly, we would like to express our deepest gratitude and thanks for playing a role in our pursuit in the industry.
However, today, we write to bid farewell as effective today, Fire Dragoon Esports would be taking a step back in our eSports journey. We are shutting down our operations and will be out-of-action for the rest of the year. While the future is still uncertain, we would like to wish everyone all the best, and to continue bringing eSports to greater heights.
Thank you.
Fire Dragoon Esports

The above is their official statement given on their Facebook page. While it is uncertain if they are permanently gone or if it’s possible they might make a return someday, one thing’s for sure, Fire Dragoon has left the building.
Pokdepinion: It’s a tough world out there, and we can’t blame them for doing this. We wish the best in all their future endeavours moving forward.
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Xiaomi Redmi Go Lands In Malaysia At RM299

Xiaomi’s first Android Go device, Redmi Go, is now available in Malaysia and perfect for those who don’t want to spend a fortune for a smartphone.
Xiaomi Redmi Go display
The Redmi Go offers a 5-inch HD display. Powering it up is a Snapdragon 425 chipset and a 3000mAh battery under the hood. As for cameras, it sports on a 5MP selfie shooter on the front and a 8MP rear camera that’s accompanied by an LED flash.
There’s two SIM card slots available and a dedicated microSD slot that supports up to 128GB of storage. Redmi Go will be available in a single configuration of 1GB+8GB and in Black.

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Xiaomi Redmi Go rear cover
One of the key features of the device is that it is an Android Go smartphone, where it is supposed to make the phone run app smoothly despite the lacking of specifications. Redmi Go runs Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition) straight from the box and will be available for just RM299.
If you are interested in the device, you can get it at Mi Stores, Shopee, and Lazada starting from 13th of April 2019.
Pokdepinion: I know the phone won’t excite much users but hey, considering the price, I’d say that it’s not bad. I definitely can see myself using it as my backup phone.
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Discover Your League of Legends Playstyle On Spotify

In case you weren’t aware, Spotify and League of Legends has teamed up, their first ever esports partnership, and recently they’ve unveiled of a new digital experience where it lets fans discover what their gaming style is ahead of League of Legends’ World Championship.
Discover your League of Legends gaming style

Wondered what type of League player you are? Well you can discover which pro’s style you match up alongside bespoke music playlists that fit their style through this quiz.
This new experience is another way in which Spotify and Riot Games’ hugely popular League of Legends have joined forces to create a unique and seamless audio universe experience for millions of fans across the globe. They have said that users can look forward to more exciting news in the near future.

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If you are interested in learning what’s your playstyle and which pro you match up with, you can take the quiz right here.
Pokdepinion: I took the quiz and got Warrior as my game style. What’s yours? ;)
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2B From NieR Automata Coming to Soul Calibur VI

Major crossovers in fighting games are getting more common nowadays. We say the likes of Akuma and Geese Howard in Tekken 7, and we’ve also seen Geralt of Rivia in Soul Calibur VI. Guess it’s not the end for the latter game as another big crossover is coming in the form of NieR Automata’s own 2B.
The trailer features 2B showing off her move set including her interchangeable swords, her unique dash and dodge as well as combo extensions from her Pod. This unexpected crossover character also showed off a pretty impressive finishing move reminiscent of combo finishers from NieR Automata.
Along with 2B entering the game, a NieR Automata stage is also being included in the DLC for fans to enjoy. The stage looks to be the early area of the game and features background music for a perfect pairing. Things don’t stop there, however, as the DLC is also bringing an alternate costume for 2B featuring a more dressed down look for the android.

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On top of everything else, 2B’s weapons, as well as extra parts and stickers from NieR, will be included for all of your character customization needs.
No release date has been announced yet for the android’s arrival but it is said to be coming very soon. Soul Calibur VI is currently available for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
Pokdepinion: It’s this kind of thing that makes me love fighting games a lot. You just have no idea what to expect from them.
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Samsung Launches Their New 2021 Line Of UHD TVs

Samsung Malaysia has just introduced its new range of 2021 UHD TVs. The new UHD TVs provide the ultimate immersive experience for all purposes – from work, entertainment and gaming to social communication. Among the Samsung UHD TVs introduced are the AU9000 and AU8000 Crystal UHD TVs and the AU7000 UHD TV.
Say hello to Samsung’s new 2021 UHD TVs

The Crystal UHD TVs (AU9000/AU8000) utilises Dynamic Crystal Color, which delivers lifelike images with every subtlety, through one billion shades of colour born in a pure state with fine crystal. These Crystal UHD TVs also feature an AirSlim design which has reduced more than half the depth of last year’s line of TVs, allowing for a more elegant and minimalist look to them.

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Crystal Processor 4K also allows the viewer to enjoy every shade of colour as intended, by upscaling all content into 4K-level picture quality. The processor meticulously analyzes low-resolution videos scene-by-scene, adjusts colours, and enhances contrast and HDR. To top it off, Smart TV Powered by TIZEN enhances the overall viewing experience, giving users more ways to enjoy their TVs with instant content access and more ways to control and connect across their devices.
Apart from the Dynamic Crystal Color and Crystal Processor 4K, both the AU9000 and the AU8000 series models are equipped with Samsung’s Contrast Enhancer and High Dynamic Range features. The former analyses regions of each image and dynamically adjusts the contrast, resulting in an enhanced sense of depth and colour. Meanwhile, HDR increases the range of light levels on the TV, so users can enjoy an enormous spectrum of colours and all the visual details, in even the darkest scenes.

The Crystal UHD TVs also feature the Q-Symphony capability which allows TV and soundbar speakers to operate simultaneously for better surround effect without muting TV speakers.
Adaptive Sound offers audio scenic intelligence, optimising sound based on real-time scene analysis by content type. Additionally, the AU9000 comes with Object Tracking Sound Lite which delivers 3D surround sound enabled by two virtual top channel speakers created through Samsung’s AI algorithms.
The AU9000 also comes with gaming features such as Motion Xcelerator Turbo which enables smoother motions and clearer images through Samsung’s dynamic refresh technology, Auto Low Latency Mode with an input lag of just 5.8ms, and AMD FreeSync. Apart from that, the AU9000 also has Multi View which can display 4K video on up to 2 screens so users can catch content showing on their TVs and mobile on the screen at the same time.

Furthermore, Samsung’s entry-level AU7000 UHD TV offers many of the same picture and sound features found on the range-leading models. The AU7000 comes equipped with PurColor that delivers extremely rich and lifelike colours, thanks to the fine-tuned backlights and matching colour filters which optimizes picture quality to achieve more natural, accurate colour tones that stay crisp and vibrant. It also utilises the same Crystal Processor 4K as the AU9000 and AU8000 Crystal UHD TVs.
The AU7000 is also a capable Smart TV that is powered by TIZEN. It is also perfect for those who are looking for a quick display solution to enhance productivity while working and learning from home. The PC on TV function, secured by Knox, provides easy remote connection to access PCs and work or school resources from the home TV and is compatible with all Windows 10 OS devices.
Remote workers will enjoy the ability to share their screen quickly or display multiple documents on a bigger screen, by seamlessly extending their laptop screens onto the AU7000 TVs, turning it into a wireless dual monitor for your PC. The Tap View feature even allows users to connect their smartphones to the TV and enjoy seamless mirroring.
For more information on Samsung’s new UHD TVs, do check out their official website here.
Pokdepinion: These Samsung UHD TVs look pretty good. Maybe it’s finally time for me to upgrade my TV?
(Checks wallet)
Nahhh I’m good for now.
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