Experience JOI’s lineup and bring home freebies!

JOI® is back with the JOI® Experience Showcase, where all you need to do is sign up to experience the JOI® laptops and all-in-one desktop PC to walk away with a JOI® T-shirt and umbrella.
Aside from scoring yourself some freebies, the JOI® Experience Showcase also gives you the opportunity to try out JOI®’s latest lineup of Intel®-powered devices.

There’s the JOI® Book series, which consists of the JOI® Book 80, JOI® Book 100 and JOI® Book 150. As you might expect, the bigger the number, the better. Here’s a breakdown of the difference between the different JOI® Books:

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JOI® Book 80JOI® Book 100JOI®  Book 150ProcessorIntel® Celeron® N3350, 2C/2T up to 2.4 GHz, 14nmIntel® Celeron® N3450, 4C/4T up to 2.2 GHz, 14nmIntel® Celeron® N4100, 4C/4T up to 2.4 GHz, 14nm RAM4GB4GB4GBDisplay12.5″ FHD14.1″ FHD14.1″ FHDWeight1.063 kg1.35 kg1.35 kg

If you are looking for a desktop, JOI® also has the JOI® All-in-One desktop. Designed to blend into any home or workspace, the JOI® All-in-One packs an efficient Intel® Celeron® processor in its sleek chassis. Featuring a 19.5″ display, the JOI® All-in-One PC also doesn’t take up much space at all, freeing up more room for other stuff.
This promotion is valid from now until 28th December, so act quick and go register via the following link to check out JOI®’s lineup for yourself, and bring home some JOI® merchandise!
Register for JOI® Experience Showcase!
Pokdepinion: The JOI® Books are actually quite a good fit for students who need a light laptop for light word processing and other tasks.
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Vaio Z Canvas — return of the prodigal brand

Vaio which was once Sony’s PC division is now in the hands of Japan Industrial Partners, a private equity fund, will start to sell laptops at Microsoft Corp.’s retail stores in the U.S. in October. The company plans to fill high-end niches, rather than pursuing mass-market users in a bid to guarantee profitability. Vaio was missing from the international market after Sony sold the brand to JIP, after which Vaio’s product catalog shrank and was marketed solely in Japan.
Vaio Duo 13
One of the key advantages of Vaio-branded personal computers in Japan is extremely high quality. While all Vaio PCs are made by various contract manufacturers, just like in case of Sony Vaio, every system is meticulously inspected and tested in Japan before shipping to ensure maximum customer satisfaction. Vaio is also known for their very sleek PCs and innovative design, one which springs to mind is the Vaio duo, which is quite an interesting concept of convertible Windows tablets.

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For its return, one of the first systems to be made available in the U.S. will be the Vaio Z Canvas, which is a high-end tablet/hybrid featuring Intel Corp.’s Core i7 processor with Iris Pro graphics, a high-quality A4-sized touch-screen, an advanced stylus, an SSD, up to 16GB of DDR3 memory and a lot of expansion capabilities. The product may compete against Microsoft’s own Surface Pro, but is in many ways different.

Vaio’s current product lineup is not as broad as Sony’s product family used to be. In addition to the Vaio Z Canvas, the company offers Vaio Pro laptops with 11.6” and 13.3” displays designed for business users, Vaio Fit notebooks with 15.5” monitors for consumers as well as Vaio Z laptops for everyone.
In Japan, Vaio’s market share is around one per cent today. Japan Industrial Partners plan to make Vaio profitable and to exit from its investment in fiscal 2017, either via an initial public offering or a sale.
“My preference is listing the company, though finding a good partner — such as Sony, Microsoft or Apple — would also be an option,” said the chief executive of Vaio.

SOURCE: Kitguru

Pokdepinion: Laptops under Vaio were very well designed, and I do like their designs, but the problem is their prohibitive pricing. Hopefully with its return to the international market starting with the US, pricing will be more competitive to stand a chance in the increasingly crowded mobile PC market.
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Acer Launches a New Array of Chromebooks and Chromeboxes

Chromebooks and Chromeboxes are back into the scene and Acer Malaysia is extending its leadership with the unveiling of a series of models. Target market to reach out with these are organisations from education to enterprise.
Acer has always been at the forefront of technology, bringing the latest solutions to users worldwide. This includes being the first to introduce a Chromebook back in May 2011, the first to launch Google Play in a Chrome device in Quarter 4 in 2016 and the first to make available Military Grade Durability Performance Chromebooks for work. Such constant innovation has enabled Acer to offer the largest portfolio of Chrome devices, resulting in Acer leading the rapidly growing worldwide Chromebook market in 2016 with a 28% market share and saw year-on-year growth of 33%, marking three consecutive years of leadership in this segment since 2014. Chan Wen Hong, Acer Sales & Services Sdn Bhd General Manager of Products, Sales and Marketing
Three models of Chromebooks and two models of Chromboxes were announced.
Acer Chromebook R 11

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The Acer Chromebook R11 C738T-C9ES is an award-winning Chromebook for versatile experience and the first Chromebook to support Google Play Apps. It is designed for users who are eager to explore and try out different options, but still have the need to access the keyboard for efficient input experience. Based Chrome OS, the Acer Chromebook R 11 C738T is equipped with Acer’s patented 360-degree dual-torque hinge design, offering easy one-handed conversion and a wobble free touch experience. The dual-torque hinge keeps the display secure and stable during touch control and switching between four usage modes: laptop, pad, display, and tent modes. When switching modes, the audio channels automatically reverses when the display is flipped over to offer an immersive audio and visual experience.
Acer has incorporated Google Play Apps with over 2 million great applications that users like while allowing Google Admin Console to manage the devices and apps seamlessly in a single cloud interface. It is the first time that two great platforms are merged, complementing each other both online and offline perfectly in an excellently crafted convertible laptop.
At 19.2mm thin and weighing less than 1.25kg, this laptop is designed to slip into the bag easily. The premium aluminum top cover is imprinted using Acer nano-imprint technology for a unique textured metallic finish. The nano-imprint technology offers greater and richer patterning possibilities while consuming less energy and production time compared to traditional anodizing, leading to a more environmentally friendly production process. This sophisticated texturing also helps users in gripping the laptop firmly.

Equipped with the latest MIMO 802.11ac wireless technology, this Chromebook boasts super-fast wireless connection speeds and longer signal ranges. It also outperforms most other Chromebooks with its Intel Celeron quad-core processor N3160 based on Braswell micro-architecture, enabling it to support USB 3.0 port.
The Chromebook R 11 C738T’s built-in web cam supports HDR imaging which enables clearer photos and brighter Google Hangouts video conferencing experience.
The Acer Chromebook R 11 is priced at RM1,499 and is available at selected authorized Acer resellers nationwide.
Acer Chromebook 14

The Acer Chromebook 14 CP5-471-57V9 is definitely made for work! It is Business-Class Chromebook with Great Design and Military Grade Certification. Running on Intel Core i5-6200U based on Skylake-U micro-architecture, the Acer Chromebook 14 for Work (CP5-471) is designed for better application performance, intense graphics performance and battery life improvement.

it is tough, yet beautiful. Its top cover is encased in slim yet durable Corning Gorilla Glass 3, the first of its kind among Chromebooks. The keyboard and touchpad are designed to resist up to 330 ml of liquid water spillage. It can also withstand up to 60 kg of downward weight placed on the top cover and a drop from a height of up to 45 cm. Similar with the Chromebook 11, the Chromebook 14 CP5-471 is also compliant with the stringent US Military Standard MIL-STD 810G tests that ensure extreme reliability and durability for business and commercial environments.
The Chromebook 14 CP5-471 fits a 14-inch display into the chassis of a 13-inch laptop, a narrow bezel design leaves the user with an immersive viewing experience. Offering up to 12-hour battery life, the Chromebook allows for all-day business productivity while on the move.
In contrast with traditional laptops, the CPU and solid-state drive allow the Acer Chromebook 14 CP5-471 Operating System to boot up in less than 7 seconds and ensures fast performance. In fact, the Acer Chromebook 14 is the fastest performing 14-inch Chromebook in the market.
The Acer Chromebook 14 CP5-471 comes with a 3-year Next Business Day On-site Warranty. The device is priced at RM2,299.00, and is available at select authorized Acer resellers nationwide.
Acer Chromebook 11

Perfect for students, the Acer Chromebook 11 N7 C731-C7UZ and C731-C32C harnesses a unique spill-resistant design. It is capable of funnelling up to 330 ml of spilled liquid to the drainage holes underneath the keyboard. This protection and drains water away from internal components and out from the bottom of the chassis in the event of accidental liquid spillage.
The Chromebook 11 N7 C731 has been put through rigorous quality and reliability tests in accordance with the demanding U.S. Military Standard (MIL-STD 810G) . This military specification testing validates the ruggedness, durability and quality of the Chromebook, ensuring that student learning can continue uninterrupted regardless of the ‘accidents’ that happen. The laptop is able to resist up to 60 kg downward pressure on the top cover and a free drop from heights up to 122 cm. These features protect the Chromebook against external forces, making it a sturdy device which is powerful inside out.

Measuring only 22mm thin and weighing just 1.35kg, the slim and portable Acer Chromebook 11 N7 C731 is ideal for use anywhere – at home, school and on-the-go. The laptop has a fan-less design that delivers cool and quiet operation, making it ideal for students in the classroom, library or laboratory.
Powered by Intel Celeron® dual-core processor N3060 and equipped with the latest 2×2 MIMO 802.11ac wireless communication technology, the Chromebook 11 N7 C731 enables solid everyday computing and up to three times faster wireless performance respectively. With long battery power of up to 12 hours, all-day productivity and entertainment with just a single charge is the order of the day.
The Acer Chromebook 11 N7 C731 is available in two variants – the C32C variant with 4GB of onboard DDR3L memory coupled with 32GB eMMC (embedded Multi-Media Controller) storage; and the C7UZ variant with 2GB of onboard DDR3L memory and 16GB eMMC storage. Priced at RM1,099.00 and RM999.00 respectively, both variants come with one-year International Travelers Warranty and are available immediately at select authorized Acer resellers nationwide.
Acer Chromebox CXV2 CXI2

The Acer Chromebox CXV2 and CXI2 are equipped the latest Chrome OS and are ideal for both business and education. Both Chromeboxes come with pre-installed web apps and over 30,000 additional apps, themes and extensions on the Chrome Web Store. The OS and apps are always up to date with automatic updates every six weeks.
The Chrome Remote Desktop allows users to remotely access another computer through a Chromebook. Users can access applications and files located on a Windows system and perform a disk optimization task from a Chromebook for ease of management.
With 8 sec boot up time, fast connection via dual-band wireless LAN and Gigabit Ethernet as well as fast data access with the USB 3.0 port, users can enjoy enhanced productivity without lag. Owners do not have to worry about the safety and privacy of their data as the built-in security and virus protection features ensure top level security. The Chromebox’s TPM (Trusted Platform Module) chip securely generates and stores cryptographic keys, delivering an extra layer of security.
The Acer Chromebox CXV2 also offers a complete, plug-and-go videoconference set with synchronised data all the time for great videoconference experience. It allows users to conduct meetings with colleagues, customers and partners, with up to 15 participants at one go. Users can join the meetings from Browsers of Apps running ChromeOS, Windows, MacOS, iOS or Android easily. With just one click on the remote control, users can start the conversation, share screen, collaborate on documents, or even directly type text messages among others. To ensure the quality of the videoconference, clarity of sound and video is of utmost importance. The camera is equipped with a high definition Carl Zeiss Full HD Wide Angle lens with fast auto-focus and automatic low-light correction, while the digital Microphone and Speaker system have wideband frequency response, built-in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) for speech clarity. The omni-directional microphone with noise filter with full Google certification brings the superior sound capability of the Chromebox for Meetings CXV2 to a new level of crispness.
Priced at RM4,599.00 and RM1,999.00 respectively, the Acer Chromebox CXV2 and Acer Chromebox CXI2 are available immediately at select authorized Acer resellers nationwide.
Pokdepinion: Chromebooks do have their pros and cons. For personal usage, it’s quite not so practical considering its’ dependency on internet and our local network availability. However, if it’s used for large organisations and education institute, it’s really a no brainer – especially for their IT departments.
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PS4 Pro Kingdom Hearts 3 Limited Edition Coming to Malaysia

The folks over at Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore has announced today that the PS4 Pro Kingdom Hearts 3 Limited Edition will indeed be coming to Malaysia.
The special edition console, which is bundled together with the game and other extra goodies, will be available for purchase starting 29th January 2019. It will be available with a retail price of RM2,049. For those of you who are wondering, it will be a custom design console with 1TB HDD storage.

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This is what you will be getting when you purchase the PS4 Pro Kingdom Hearts 3 Limited Edition package:
What You Will Be Getting

1 x PS4 Pro with 1TB HDD (CUH-7200 series) with Original Design
1 x DualShock 4 Wireless Controller with Original Design
1 x Kingdom Hearts 3 Blu-ray Disc (English version)
1 x Voucher code for digital contents
PlayStation 4 Kingdom Hearts 3 Limited Edition Theme
PS4 Custom Keyblade for the game (In-game additional weapon)
1 x Voucher code for DLC (valid until 25th January 2020)
1 x PS Plus membership voucher card (3 months subscription)
PlayStation 4 One-Year extended warranty

This Limited Edition PS4 Pro features a black lace design set on the top cover that is decorated with Kingdom Hearts iconography, such as the heart shape, crown and the Keyblade weapon, and embellished with silver foil and a custom drawn emblem pattern.
The DualShock 4 wireless controller that comes with the bundle has a shining black background with a matching touchpad design. The regal details and the contrasting materials of the console and the controller oozes elegance, making the custom designed edition a uniquely styled commodity that accentuates the series.
It will be available for purchase at PlayStation Authorized Dealers and Sony Centres in Malaysia starting 29th January 2019, which is also the release date for Kingdom Hearts 3.
Pokdepinion: MUST BUY! But, I think I should buy a new TV first before thinking of going for these limited edition consoles.
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ASUS unveils new lineup of laptops featuring the latest 11th Gen Intel Core processors

ASUS has just unveiled their new lineup of ASUS ZenBook and ASUS ExpertBook laptops featuring the latest 11th Gen Intel Core processors. Thanks to the capabilities brought about by the new Intel Tiger Lake processors, ASUS Is able to cram unprecedented performance into these laptops while also designing them to be the even lighter and smaller than their predecessors.
ASUS ZenBook Flip S (UX371)
Debuting as ASUS’ first Intel Evo-verified laptop, the ASUS ZenBook Flip S is a beautiful machine that measures a ridiculously thin 13.9mm while weighing just 1.2kg. While it is super light and portable, it does throw some heavy punches with the latest 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris Xe graphics, 16GB RAM and 1TB PCIe 3.0 x4 SSD. Up to 15 hours of battery life is possible out of the ASUS ZenBook Flip S, which is really amazing given its size.

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As you would expect from a ZenBook Flip, ASUS equipped it with a 360° ErgoLift hinge. The screen is an exceptional 13.3″ 4K OLED display which supports 100% DCI-P3 gamut, VESA DisplayHDR 500 TrueBlack certification and TUV Rheinland. There’s also support for the new ASUS Pen with 4096 pressure levels for more ways to unleash your creativity on the ASUS ZenBook Flip S.
ASUS ZenBook Flip 13 (UX363)
For those who aren’t so demanding when it comes to display quality, the ASUS ZenBook Flip 13 offers a similar 360° ErgoLift hinge but the display options tops out at a 13.3″ FHD OLED display panel. There support for the ASUS Pen too, with support for 4096 pressure levels.

The ASUS Zenbook Flip 13 can also be configured with the latest 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processors with Iris Xe graphics, 16GB of RAM and 1TB PCIe SSDs for smooth performance. Battery life is rated at 14 hours with the large 67WHr battery, giving you enough juice to work and play without worrying about having to look for a wall socket to connect to.
ASUS Zenbook Flip 15 (UX564)

If you need a bigger screen, there’s the ASUS ZenBook serves up a larger 15.6″ 4K OLED NanoEdge display. ASUS also makes use of the extra space to offer dedicated graphics options ranging up to the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti for accelerated content creation or gaming.
ASUS ZenBook S (UX393)
The ASUS ZenBook S is ASUS’ most premium ultraportable laptop for this generation. Built to exacting specifications, the ASUS ZenBook S weighs just 1.35kg while measuring 15.7mm. To give you more viewing area, the ASUS ZenBook S sports a high-res 3300 x 2200 3:2 display. The display is also PANTONE Validated for accurate colors when working with photos and videos on the ASUS ZenBook S.

In terms of performance, you get up to the 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processors, 16GB RAM, 1TB storage and a huge 67WHr battery. All of that is packed into the sleek, all-metal body featuring a Jade Black finish and Red Copper trimmings to really nail in the overall opulence of this laptop.
ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX435EA/EG)
After introducing the ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425) recently, ASUS revamped the hardware and design to deliver more performance in the same effortlessly portable design that the ASUS ZenBooks are known for. Weighing as little as 1.19kg, the ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX435) can be configured with the latest 11th Gen Intel Core processors with Intel Iris Xe integrated graphics or even the new GeForce MX450 graphics.

You get a full array of ports, including an audio jack, which was notably missing from the ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX425). The ZenBook 14 (UX435) will be available in Pine Grey and Lilac Mist, just like the ZenBook 14 (UX425).
ASUS ZenBook 14 Ultralight (UX435EAL/EGL)

Further refinement of the design allowed ASUS to drop the weight down to as low as 980 grams for the ASUS ZenBook 14 Ultralight. Instead of the ASUS ScreenPad 2.0, the ASUS ZenBook 14 Ultralight comes with a NumberPad instead. The overall design and port layout is similar as well, giving an option to users who are willing to sacrifice the secondary screen for additional portability.
ASUS ZenBook 13/14 (UX325/UX425)
If you have decided that you can live without a headphone jack, the ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX325) and ZenBook 14 (UX425) are still very practical options, weighing as little as 1.07kg and measuring a mere 13.9mm thin. They offer a whole plethora of ports, with the only exception being the 3.5mm jack.

For this generation, ASUS refreshed them with the latest 11th Gen Intel Core processors and up to 32GB RAM for seamless productivity, entertainment and creativity. ASUS will also offer them with optional 1W displays for up to 21 hours of battery life.
ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400)

Building upon the ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9450) we previously tested and loved, the new ExpertBook B9 offers a slightly redesigned outlook, but retains all the important things like the magnesium-lithium alloy build that enables the ASUS ExpertBook B9 to weigh just 880 grams. This generation’s ASUS ExpertBook B9 will of course see the 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with Iris Xe graphics along with WiFi 6 and dual SSD support for RAID 0 and RAID 1 arrays.
ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 (UX535)
Revisiting the ASUS ZenBook Pro series, the ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 offers a secondary display in the form of the ASUS ScreenPad 2.0. The main 15.6″ display is also extremely impressive, touting a 4K OLED panel that covers 100% of the DCI-P3 color gamut. ASUS also ensured that the entire laptop remained as compact as possible, with an 88% screen-to-body ratio.

Under the hood lies the 10th Gen Intel Core i7 and i5 H-series processors, up to 16GB RAM and also up to the GeForce GTX 1650 Ti graphics for powerful on-the-go creativity. Keeping the lights on is a 96WHr battery and a comprehensive set of I/O ports. The ASUS ZenBook Pro 15 also sports an ErgoLift hinge for a more comfortable typing position.
Stay tuned for their arrival in Malaysian markets for more information regarding pricing and availability!
Pokdepinion: I wonder if the ASUS ExpertBook B9 (B9400) will deliver even longer battery life than the B9450 we tested!
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WWE 2K19 Review: Needs to Dial Down on Realism

WWE 2K19 Review
What is WWE 2K19 About?

In essence, WWE 2K19 is a professional wrestling / sports entertainment simulator where you can play as WWE Superstars to fight it out against other players in a variety of matches. It is the latest entry in the WWE 2K series and it features updated mechanics as well as a huge roster of playable characters which are available immediately as well as in DLC form.
For this review, we are playing the WWE 2K19 Digital Deluxe Edition for the PlayStation 4. It comes with the Season Pass, MyPlayer Kickstart boost (bonus points to upgrade your custom character), and the Accelerator add-on (unlocks all the WWE Superstars and Legends, including alternate attires).

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There are 4 notable game modes in WWE 2K19. The first is a 2K Showcase Mode featuring the illustrious career of Daniel Bryan from his start in WWE, to his retirement, and to his surprising return. Then there’s the MyPlayer Tower Mode, where you use your custom character to participate in a myriad of challenges. Third is the WWE Towers, which you can play anytime to progress or in gauntlet fashion where you need to complete it in a single session.

Lastly, there’s the MyCareer Mode, where players will create their own custom character and go through a journey as a professional wrestler. The player will begin in the independent circuit and slowly make their way to top of the WWE by being the main roster champion at WWE’s most coveted pay-per-view event, Wrestlemania.
Realism Isn’t Necessarily Fun

The very essence of the game is in combat. Playing as your favourite WWE Superstars or your own created character, you will be fighting against other players in a wide variety of matches. For most parts, the idea is very simple; you have to wear down your opponents enough so your most powerful move will be effective enough to either pin them or make them give up via submission.
To know how worn down your opponent is, there are two indicators for that. The body icon, which will change colour from black to dark red to indicate how badly damaged a particular limb is, and the health bar. Every wrestler will have their own set of moves, and it will be different depending on the situation. For example, grappling a standing opponent will have different set of move options compared to when they are on the ground.

The more attacks you dish out, the lower the health bar will be but unlike fighting games, you can’t exactly bring their health to nil to end the match. When their health is at its lowest and you’ve targeted a particular limb until it’s at least orange, a finishing move will almost guarantee a win. If you’re pinning an opponent, you need not do anything but if you’re on the receiving end, you will have three chances to time the gauge and stop at the highlighted section or risk failure.
This is different from submission moves, where the attacker will simply need to overlap the receiver’s area until the circle is fully red while the receiver will need to avoid it long enough for the circle to be filled with blue, in which a counterattack will happen automatically. For most parts, this does normal for WWE games in the past.

However, there are two particular mechanics that make gameplay feel rather awkward and slow-paced. The first is the stamina meter, which has a total of 3 levels and you can only recover as much as the current stamina level that you are on. Stamina will be expended when you’re attacking, running, and when you’re on the receiving end of an attack at times. When your stamina is too low, the character will be very sluggish and have trouble executing certain actions.
The other mechanics is the counter gauge. When you’re on the receiving end of attacks, you have the chance to counter them by timing your button press accordingly (R2 on the PS4). However, the amount of counters you can do will be limited by how many counter levels you have, which regenerates over time.

This means that if you run out of counters, you will have no choice but to freely accept everything that’s coming to you and this can be rather unforgiving with A.I. opponents. Not to mention, your custom character will only have two counter bars at a time early on, and it can be very frustrating until you at least grow strong enough to have three.
While both of these make the game feel more realistic, it also makes the game harder to enjoy, especially when you see consistent, fast-paced action on WWE programming.
You Will Be Playing For Long to Enjoy the Game as a Whole

The core game itself will have a number of content that you will need to unlock by playing the game. This will include certain WWE Superstars and Legends but if you were to purchase the Deluxe Edition, you will have access to the Accelerator DLC, which unlocks all of it from the very beginning. Despite that, there are still some content that requires unlocking but it’s mostly to do with your own created character.
For example, a lot of the fancy moves you see performed by famous wrestlers will require you to use in-game currency to buy virtual packs which will yield you new wrestling moves, taunts, cosmetics, and more at random. In a sense, it is a loot box system. While I understand the need to grow your custom wrestler to reflect his journey from the independent circuit to WWE, having 90% of the moves locked and only being able to unlock them at random makes the game feel rather limited.

Your custom character will be very weak at the beginning.  To improve their performance, you will have access to a Skill Tree where you are required to use Style Points to upgrade their parameters as well as unlocking new abilities. You gain points as you level up with experience points. This makes me feel like my custom characters are developing to become better performers the more I use them, which I feel is a great addition to WWE 2K19.

However, keep in mind that you will reach a point where your level will be maxed out and you can’t gain any more Style Points despite having plenty of room to grow. When this happens, you have to upgrade your “Prestige” in the Skill Tree menu, which will put you back to Level 1 but with all your upgrades intact. This is especially important for newcomers to take note of as you may end up wasting precious experience points without it.

Once you are done with the MyCareer story mode, you can continue grinding by playing the post-game portion of the mode, which will just have you battling wrestlers for the sole purpose of gaining experience points. In this portion, you will see a number of WWE Superstars that you don’t get to see from the main storyline challenge you in a variety of matches and situations. This includes the likes of Dean Ambrose, Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns, Titus O’Neil, Velveteen Dream and many more.

If you have reached this point of the game, there’s really nothing much left to do aside from grinding for points to strengthen your character and unlock new moves. Chances are, you would only enjoy playing the game from this point onward with other people either offline or online.
WWE 2K19 Verdict

WWE 2K19 is a fun game to play with friends but definitely not one for you to play alone. While the MyCareer story mode provides an adequate amount of gameplay and a storyline that continues to keep you hooked, it feels rather shallow at the end which makes me feel rather unsatisfied with how it played out.
While some gameplay aspects are rather quirky, it is certainly the kind of game that most players can easily hop in to play together. I personally feel that some mechanics definitely needs to be reworked in order to be as entertaining as what we see on TV. Personaly, I am a big of WWE so I can see myself buying this but I’d be leaning more towards the standard edition, and maybe get the Season Pass later on if there’s anything new that is worth getting. With that being said, I award WWE 2K19 with our Silver Pokdeward.

This review was based on a copy of WWE 2K19 Digital Deluxe Edition.
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KLEVV CRAS XR RGB DDR4 4000MHz CL19 Review — sweet overclocking on sweet-looking RAM

After checking out the affordable KLEVV BOLT XR, let’s take a look at the slightly more upmarket KLEVV CRAS XR RGB, which ESSENCORE has been kind enough to send us the higher-end 4000MHz CL19 kit for testing. As we have already seen the KLEVV BOLT XR, this would be a pretty good time to check out what the new KLEVV CRAS XR RGB offers.
Unboxing

The packaging is decidedly more premium here, with a colorful cardboard sleeve to illustrate the colorful nature of the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB in the box. The little grey corner up there is where you find the specifications of this specific kit of RAM.

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Over on the back you find a short list of features, as well as all the RGB synchronization platforms it works with. That includes Razer Chroma, ASUS AURA Sync, MSI Mystic Light, GIGABYTE RGB Fusion and ASRock Polychrome, which is close to all of them. And of course the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB works with AMD Ryzen platforms as well as abiding to Intel XMP 2.0 standards.

Inside the outer hard paper sleeve is a plastic tray that protects the RAM sticks themselves. At least you can get to keep the packaging intact after you extricate the RAM sticks from the packaging.
Appearance

While the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB offers RGB lighting, the aluminium heatspreaders are still designed very well to dissipate heat from the memory ICs under it. It sports little dimples to increase the surface area, and sport a nice bronze tinge to differentiate it from the usually monochrome offerings in the market today.

The top of the RAM is essentially a lightbar, but the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB shakes things up a little by adding a black insert in the center so you don’t get a full light bar. You also get additional branding here just so you don’t forget that this is the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB you are looking at.

Once the lights are on, the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB’s comes to life, with smooth transitions between the colors. Unfortunately the beautiful dimpled aluminium heatspreader doesn’t stand out as much now with the light bar on.
Specifications
KLEVV CRAS XR RGB

Memory dies
8Gb Hynix DJR

Frequency
4000MHz

Primary Timings
CL19-25-25-45

Voltage
1.4V

Capacity
8GB x 2

Dimensions
42.5(H) x 137.4(L) x 8.3(W) mm

Test Machine

CPU
Intel Core i9-10900K @ 5.1GHz

CPU Cooler
MasterLiquid ML240R

Motherboard
MSI MEG Z490 UNIFY

Storage
Kingston UV400 120GB
Kingston UV500 1TB
Seagate FireCuda SSHD 1TB

Power Supply
Cooler Master V850 Platinum

GPU
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

Overclocking
The KLEVV CRAS XR RGB has extremely really relaxed timings for its 4000MHz XMP profile. At CL19-25-25-45, it is actually looser than what we managed to get out of our KLEVV BOLT XR at 4000MHz. With the looser XMP timings, we should be able to push for higher clocks though, without much manual effort. So here we go.

To get a baseline, we made sure that the default XMP profile was stable before moving on with our endeavor. 400% HCI MemTest was passed without any hiccups, which is to be expected from XMP profiles.

Pushing the voltage up to 1.45V, I managed to get to 4400MHz without any manual tweaking. This is a pretty good result as 4400MHz is no small feat, and the fact that we could get there without putting in any manual changes and yet be 400% HCI MemTest stable is pretty remarkable.

When I tried to tighten the timings at 3800MHz, it appears that our specific kit doesn’t exactly like tighter timing. I only got to CL18-20-20-38 to pass 400% MemTest, as any lower just caused the system to either crash when booting, or fail MemTest.

If 4000MHz is more your thing, we managed to get it down to CL18-22-22-38 at 1.45V. Regardless, the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB doesn’t really seem to like having its timings tightened, and seems to prefer higher clocks over tighter timings.
Conclusion
PC builders who are looking for a nice, fast kit of RGB RAM can definitely put the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB into their short list. It does overclock quite well in terms of frequency, easily achieving 4400MHz without any effort at all, although it does prefer looser timings. This might not make these RAM kits be the best match for AMD Ryzen 3000 series processors which won’t benefit from higher clocks but instead prefers tighter timings. However those on Intel platforms and maybe the upcoming AMD Ryzen 5000 series might be able to take advantage of the higher frequencies possible with this kit.

Now, about the price. A 16GB kit of the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB 3600MHz CL18 goes for just RM399, which is still quite affordable for RGB RAM that is able to clock this high. Whether you want to pay the extra RM80 for some RGB instead of just getting the KLEVV BOLT XR is definitely down to an aesthetic choice depending on your build. If you are going for an RGB build, the compatibility with every major board vendor’s RGB synchronization software will help you make a tasteful setup pretty easily.
Our thanks to ESSENCORE for sending us the KLEVV CRAS XR RGB for review.
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Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection Releasing On PS5 In January 2022

The release date for the upcoming Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection has been revealed in a recent PlayStation blog post and it is set to arrive on the PS5 on 28th January 2022.
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The Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection was first announced back in September during the PlayStation Showcase 2021. The collection includes remastered versions of Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End and Uncharted: The Lost Legacy.

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The blog post also revealed that the games in Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection will get graphic updates and features Fidelity Mode and Performance Mode. Fidelity Mode allows gamers to play the games in 4K resolution but capped at 30 frames per second while the Performance Mode will get you 60 frames per second but capped at a resolution of 1080p. If played on a 120Hz display, there is also a Performance+ Mode that will allow gamers to play the games at 120 frames per second but also capped at a resolution of 1080p.

Other features coming to the Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection includes 3D Spatial Audio as well as tweaked rumble and resistance in-game to take advantage of the DualSense controller’s haptic feedback and adaptive triggers. The collection also sees almost instant load times due to the power of the PS5 console.

Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection will retail for RM209 and can be pre-ordered now here. Those who own the PS4 versions of either Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, Uncharted: The Lost Legacy, or Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End & Uncharted: The Lost Legacy Digital Bundle can opt to pay RM40 to upgrade to the PS5 version which can be played from the 28th January 2022 onward. It should also be noted that those who claimed Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End through their PS Plus subscription are not eligible for the RM40 upgrade.
Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection is set to release on the PS5 on 28th January 2022 while the PC version will release sometime later in the year.
Pokdepinion: I love the Uncharted series but I just realised I haven’t played nor do I own Uncharted: The Lost Legacy on my PS4. Sadly, it can’t be bought individually anymore so I’m going to have to get the bundle even though I already own Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End. Bummer.
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How To Enable Dark Mode On Chrome For Android Smartphones

If you are a fan of Dark Mode (like me) on your apps and what not, well here’s how you can enable your Android smartphone to the feature.
It is available for Android devices that’s running version 74.0.3729.112, which by now should be ready on most smartphones. If the version that you’re running is out of date, you can check the Chrome app on your Google Playstore to see if there’s any updates.
Go to “chrome://flags”
So once you’ve updated the app, type in “chrome://flags” into the address bar and search for it. From there, search for “Android Chrome UI dark mode” then tap on the box marked “Default” under the top result and then enable it. When you’ve finished doing that, press “Relaunch Now”.

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Google Chrome Settings
After that, you’d still need to enable the mode. In order to do so, tap on the menu button on the upper right and select “Settings” and choose “Dark Mode” to be turned on. You should be able to enjoy Dark Mode on your Chrome now. If that’s not the case, try to force close the app and launch it again. Personally, the change took place after 1 restart process, so it shouldn’t take that long.
It’s worth noting that the “Dark Mode” isn’t a finished product yet. You’ll most likely see it affecting the UI of the browser but most websites would probably look the same.
Pokdepinion: If I could, I would turn every app that I use to the mode. It’s especially useful if you are using an AMOLED screen on your device..
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Xiaomi’s Security app wasn’t as secure as you might have thought

One of Xiaomi’s most feature-packed pre-installed apps is Security. That’s where you will find the virus scanner, RAM cleaner and even the Game Turbo feature. However according to Check Point Research, Xiaomi’s pre-installed Security app has a pretty glaring security flaw.
The Security app receives its updates over an unsecured HTTP connection. Malicious individuals could intercept the unsecured network traffic via a Man-in-the-Middle (MiTM) attack and inject malware via the update process of the third party SDKs. However the hacker will have to be on the same WiFi network as their victims for this to work.

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According to Check Point Research, Xiaomi’s implementation of multiple SDKs into the Security app may result in critical vulnerabilities because of how one problematic SDK can compromise the other’s security. As the Security app is pre-installed on every Xiaomi device, this vulnerability would have affected millions of Xiaomi users worldwide.
Luckily, Xiaomi has already patched the vulnerability shortly after Check Point disclosed the issue to them. So if you phone has been updated, you should be just fine.
Pokdepinion: I don’t even use the security scan on my phone…
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Samsung Going Green By Using Sustainable Materials In Packaging

Samsung Electronics has today revealed that they are taking steps this year to replace plastic packaging materials with paper and other environmentally sustainable elements.
Starting from the first half of 2019, ranging from smartphones, tablets, to home appliances, Samsung will substitute the packaging with nature-friendly materials such as recycled/bio-based plastics and paper.
Aside from that, they have also formed a task force involving design and development, purchasing, marketing, and quality control for innovative packaging ideas. For smartphones, tablet, and wearable products, the company will replace the plastic used for holder trays with pulp molds, and bags wrapping accessories with eco-friendly materials.

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Additionally, they will change the design of their phone charger, reducing the use of plastic by swapping glossy exterior with a matte finish as well as eliminating plastic protection films.
Under their economy policy, they have set a mid-term implementation plan to only use paper packaging materials certified by forestry initiative by next year. By 2030, Samsung looks to use 500 thousand tons of recycled plastics and collect 7.5 million tons of discarded products.
Pokdepinion: Guess this is a nice initiative from the company. We can reduce the wastage that goes into making smartphones if all smartphones companies take the same direction.
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AMD Ryzen 9 4900H announced with faster clocks and beefier GPU

While AMD has pulled quite far ahead of Intel’s offerings in both the desktop and laptop segments, it seems like they are not done widening the gap. They just announced the AMD Ryzen 9 4900H which adds an even stronger Radeon Vega GPU and also faster clocks for the CPU cores.
If you were expecting more cores, you might be disappointed, but eight cores and 16 processing threads is still very impressive, even for desktops today. AMD managed to bump boost clocks up a notch to 4.4 GHz, while also increasing the base clock to 3.3 GHz, over the Ryzen 7 4800H’s 2.9 GHz base and 4.2 GHz boost clocks. All this while maintaining a nominal TDP figure of 45W.

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In addition to stronger CPU performance, AMD will also provide stronger graphics performance with eight Vega Compute Units (CUs) running at a sweet 1750 MHz. This should offer it a pretty nice advantage over the Ryzen 7 4800H’s 7 CUs running at 1600 MHz.

With the Ryzen 7 4800H already offering performance better than Intel’s desktop processors, the Ryzen 9 4900H should be the final nail in Intel’s coffin. We will see if Intel can compete with their upcoming 10th Gen Comet Lake-H Intel Core mobile processors. My bets are on Intel being able to deliver strong competition in terms of performance, although thermals and pricing will most probably not be in the Blue team’s favor. Well, we will see when the laptops finally roll out.
AMD Ryzen 9 4900H Specs

8C/16T @ 3.3 GHz (Up to 4.4 GHz Boost)
12MB cache
Radeon Vega Graphics (8 CU) @ 1750 MHz
45W TDP
7nm FinFET

The Zephyrus G14 is the first to feature the Ryzen 7 4800HS
There will also be a AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS with a 35W TDP, which should be a binned variant allowing OEMs to package them into more portable machines.
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One of the most popular games out there right now is Among Us. As much as it is widely available, you can’t play it on just any gaming platform. Now, you can play the game on the Nintendo Switch as the port has now been launched.
Among Us Now Available on the Nintendo Switch

Prep the airlock and join your crewmates in a multiplayer game of teamwork and betrayal!!#AmongUsGame by @InnerslothDevs is available today on #NintendoSwitch! #IndieWorld pic.twitter.com/RTrsLS02tV
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) December 15, 2020

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At the Nintendo Indie World showcase, Among Us now has a new home in the Nintendo Switch, and it’s out right now. Previously, the game was only available on PC and mobile devices.
This goes accordingly with recent trends on Nintendo game announcements, where they typically announce the game shortly before it is officially launched as opposed to waiting a long time. The game will available on the eShop for USD $5 / RM20.26.
While the Nintendo Switch’s hardware is more than capable of running Among Us, communication might be a bit of a problem. Instead of having voice chat available on the console directly, you will need to use the Switch app, which has voice chat rooms. In that sense, Discord might just be the better, more convenient option. This means that within the console itself, you’ll be limited to just text-based communication.
Once again, Among Us is now available on the Nintendo Switch. With new maps coming very soon, it couldn’t have come at a more perfect time.
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Pokdepinion: Looks like their player base is gonna grow even larger with this, and it’s already huge now…that’s what she said.
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Adobe Releases Update For Softwares – Offering Better Performance And Features For Users!

Adobe has announce that they have recently released several life updates on some of their software which includes Adobe Lightroom CC Desktop, Adobe Lightroom CC Mobile, Adobe Lightroom Classic, Adobe XD, and not to forget Adobe Photoshop.
Adobe Updates
With the new updates, Adobe has said the updates focus on major performance enhancements and feature requests from customers to improve existing workflows. Some of the added key features also will help optimize and streamline photographer’s workflow, UX Designers as well as customers from both Mac and Windows users.
Here are a couple of the new updates;

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Update To Lightroom Classic

Performance enhancements – Improved speed across multiple cores on computers with at least 12GB of RAM
Folder Search – Enjoy enhanced, time-saving search features, such the ability to search for and filter out favorites within folders, create collections from folders, and quickly find edited or unedited photos in a collection
Adobe Camera RAW – Other updates include better scaling on Windows-based multi-monitor displays, as well as an updated list of camera and lens profiles.

Update To Lightroom CC

Lightroom CC Desktop – Users can now save time editing photos with the new Copyright preference, which will automatically include a user’s copyright on all imported images.
Lightroom CC Android – Search for photos within Lightroom libraries using Google Assistant, thanks to Adobe Sensei-based search algorithm.
Perspective Distortion – New tools for correcting perspective distortion on the Geometry tab (available now on Android, coming soon to iOS)
Watermark – Add your very own text-based watermarks feature on finished photos

Update To Photoshop
They have also updated Photoshop to version 19.1 that offers better support for Microsoft Windows High-Density Monitors and the Surface Dial, as well as better SVG Compatibility with Adobe XD.

AI-powered select and mask tools – The select subject tool in particular is now powered by Adobe Sensei

Update To Adobe XD

Pen and Touch on Windows – enabling users of the Microsoft Surface and other Windows-based touch devices to fully express their creativity in more way than one.
Vector Graphics in CC Libraries – Adobe has implemented a drag and drop, as well as a linked assets feature for vectors in the CC Library to help speed up the design work.

Pokdepinion: Updates are always welcome, well keeping in mind that it does help and upgrades the feature and performance.
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Razer Raiju Review: Give It Time And You Will Love It

For consoles, we are usually stuck with 1st party controllers created by the console brand itself. There are 3rd party controllers available for a while but usually, it’s been nothing but a cheaper knockoff version of the original controller. This one on the other hand is a premium offering by Razer that is created with the PlayStation 4 in mind. This is the Razer Raiju gaming controller.
Unboxing the Razer Raiju

In case you missed it, we posted our official unboxing of the Razer Raiju gaming controller. I’ve included the unboxing video just above here but if you need more details on the unboxing, you can find it by clicking here.

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What is the Razer Raiju?

The Razer Raiju is a gaming controller that was designed to give PlayStation 4 gamers a competitive edge in gaming. This was the result of a partnership with Sony Interactive Entertainment, which led to the Razer Raiju becoming one of two officially licensed controllers that will work seamlessly across all PlayStation 4 systems. It does have a number of improvements from the original controller.
Compared to the standard DualShock 4 controller for the PlayStation 4, it is bigger and heavier, better grip, and has 4 additional fully-programmable buttons. It also has a Quick Control panel consisting of 4 buttons; microphone mute, game volume adjust, chat volume adjust, and profile switch. Razer claims that it is much more durable compared to the DualShock 4 controller thanks to it being made of aircraft-grade aluminum and high carbon steel.
Design

One of the major complaints by many gamers, especially when they’ve experience what it’s like to use an Xbox controller, is the PlayStation controller’s size. While the DualShock 4 has improved a bit in this regard, it’s barely any different. The Razer Raiju is noticeably bigger and is very close to an Xbox 360’s controller size.
Together with the grip at the back of the controller, the Razer Raiju is a very comfortable game controller to use thanks to its improved ergonomics. It has everything that a standard PlayStation 4 controller has, even the touchpad, meaning here that it will not have any limitations when it comes to operating the PlayStation 4.

A common misconception with the Razer Raiju game controller is the 4 additional fully-programmable buttons. It’s meant to be an alternative to pressing existing buttons rather than being its own standalone functions. This is especially helpful for games where you need to press multiple buttons simultaneously, such as Tekken 7.
What really sets the Razer Raiju apart from the DualShock 4 controller is that it is a wired controller. It utilizes a Micro USB to USB cable to connect to the PlayStation 4, and the cable itself is detachable. While a wireless controller may be more convenient, a wired controller will ensure consistent performance with no delays whatsoever.
User Experience

If you have grown accustomed to the standard PlayStation controller, you will most likely find yourself disliking the Razer Raiju at first even if you do like the size and grip of it. This is not because the button layout is different because in truth, that is exactly the same as the original controller with the exception of the 4 additional programmable buttons.
For one thing, the buttons feels more akin to a mouse click rather than what we’re used to. It’s similar to the feeling of using a keyboard with a different mechanical switch than what we’re used to. On the DualShock 4, you can really feel the button bottoming out with a noticeable amount of resistance whereas upon pressing it on the Razer Raiju, the button moves ever  so slightly inside with very little resistance followed by an audible “click” sound.

The reason it was designed this way is because Razer wanted to shave off the time it takes for the action to occur when you’ve pressed a button. This is especially useful in competitive gaming as it means you will always be faster than your opponents assuming they’re using a regular controller. For example, if 2 players were to press the punch button at the exact same time with one using the DualShock 4 and the other the Razer Raiju, the latter will execute the punch first.
In the case of the directional pad (d-pad), it is noticeably stiffer than the standard controller, and this one ultimately boils down to user preference. I myself prefer it to be stiffer as I will be able avoid accidentally pressing the d-pad from time to time. The analog stick on the other hand feels similar to the original, with the exception of the knobs being bigger and grippier, thus making it easier to use.

As far as using the additional 4 buttons go, it can feel excessive at times. While 2 of those buttons on top of the Razer Raiju are helpful, it’s not the same case for the 2 trigger switches at the back. This is because it’s more suitable for the racing genre, as it would be able to mimic the paddle shifters found in cars. On the plus side, you can remove these 2 trigger switches with the included screwdriver, and it’s quite easy to do so.
The one thing I love about the Razer Raiju is the fact that it’s also compatible on PC. Since it utilizes USB connection, all you have to do is just plug in the controller to your PC and it should work right off the bat. The controller will work seamlessly without any additional software, and you can customize it directly on Steam before you launch your games. In fact, the only thing missing when using it on PC is force feedback, which Razer stated that they will be adding it in a future firmware update.
Razer Raiju Verdict

Overall, the Razer Raiju is an excellent game controller for both the PlayStation 4 and PC. However, it is also a controller that will require a bit of getting used to as it can feel very different from the standard DualShock 4 controller. It has everything you need to not only give yourself a competitive edge in gaming, but to also provide you with better ergonomics while doing so. Not to forget, it also does come with a protective carrying case.
If you prefer the Xbox controller layout more, you can opt for the other officially license PlayStation 4 controller known as the Nacon Revolution Pro. Other than that, the only thing that will be stopping gamers from adopting the Razer Raiju will be its asking price. It is retailing for RM739, and it is definitely worth the money if you take gaming seriously. I will give the Razer Raiju game controller with our Gold Pokdeward.

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Black Shark Introduces Fun Cooler 3 Pro and Lucifer T14

The Lucifer T14 and the Fun Cooler 3 Pro are two brand-new items from Black Shark Malaysia and their latest launch goods enable it to live true to its most recent motto: All For Gamers.
Black Shark Fun Cooler 3 Pro

The Black Shark Fun Cooler 3 Pro is the newest smartphone cooler and this upgraded cooler builds on the success of its predecessors and years of data to improve the design in a variety of ways.

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The cooler is intended to increase the cooling performance of any smartphone and has a universal mounting method that is compatible with the majority of cellphones on the market. A 20W rapid cooling system pushes a 7-blade high-speed fan over the newly designed 17-piece heat sink array.
This innovative cooler arrangement has been shown to reduce smartphone temperature by up to 30°C. The key to its cooling efficiency is an extra-large cooling plate with a deceptively big 2200mm2 cooling area contained in a small form and a modified thermoelectric cooler (TEC) with 72% higher heat dissipation efficiency than the stock arrangement.

The Fun Cooler 3 Pro’s innovative insulating design efficiently separates the cooling system from the smartphone to offer discrete cooling zones, while the front-mounted circuit board prevents moisture from condensation. Furthermore, the vertical air duct effectively directs heat away from typical contact sites, keeping hands cool and allowing for unrestricted heat dissipation.
Shark Arsenal, is a smartphone software developed by Black Shark, that allows customers to operate their Fun Cooler 3 Pro. Users may personalise the multi-coloured RGB light effects and fine-tune the cooler to their exact cooling needs by selecting specific cooling levels or opting for the Smart Mode, which allows the cooler to decide the cooling level based on real-time temperature.
The built-in NTC Dual-Protection system continually monitors the cooler’s internal temperature and will turn off the device if it becomes too hot, protecting the cooler from irreparable harm.
The Black Shark Fun Cooler 3 Pro will be available for purchase on 3 August 2022, for RM249.
Black Shark Lucifer T14 TWS Earbuds

Lucifer T14 are the Black Shark’s most recent true wireless (TWS) earphones. It has a sleek transparent appearance and boasts incredible performance to match its stunning looks.
The earbuds and charging case are housed in a translucent matte shell that accentuates the high-quality internal components. It also features a 13mm driver unit that provides excellent audio quality and can handle a broad range of sound profiles, including gaming, music, podcasts, and voice conversations.

Each earbud also has a built-in microphone that works in tandem to offer superb noise suppression that is enabled automatically while making a call so that every word is caught and delivered clearly. The earphones may also be used as a traditional hands-free headpiece and have an impressive 60-hour standby period.
The earbuds have a 6-hour battery life, which is more than adequate for most movie and gaming marathons. Furthermore, the case can be fully charged in 1.5 hours, allowing you to be powered throughout the day and night.

The Lucifer T14 has a smart touch control that puts the most important functions at your fingertips via easy gestures. With the touch control, you can keep your smartphone in your pocket while switching between music and calls without missing a beat. The Bluetooth 5.0 chip offers a stable connection in most settings and the one-step pairing for instant connection.
The Black Shark Lucifer T14 will be available at a starting price of RM99.
For more information about the Fun Cooler 3 Pro and Lucifer T14 TWS Earbuds, feel free to visit Black Shark’s official Shopee, Lazada and TikTok Shop.
Black Shark Shopee official stores are conducting a Review & Win Contest in which customers can win vouchers or products valued up to RM249.
Pokdepinion: Anyone looking to maximize their gaming hours in comfort can consider getting the fan and pair it with long-lasting earbuds.
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HUAWEI nova 2i Users Now Comes With Face Unlock And AR Lens – Joining The Trend!

HUAWEI nova 2i users will be getting two tailor-made upgrades to their device which features “Face Unlock” as well as “AR Lens” that they will be getting by this 30th January 2018.
HUAWEI nova 2i Updates
The phone officially hit the market back in October 2017, which featured  a FullView display and quad cameras (in total). Now users can anticipate the ability to unlock their phone through facial recognition. To set up the new feature, users would have to have their face detected by the front camera and the smartphone will be unlocked through its facial recognition software. This addition follows a trend where most phones are also featuring it.
Users of nova 2i are offered two options; direct unlock or slide to unlock. Users who choose the slide to unlock setting can utilize the smart lock screen notification. If the smartphone user does not have their face ID registered, the device will automatically hide the content from any notifications, ensuring that privacy is always protected.

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Well that’s for the face unlock feature, moving on to the AR lens selfie feature, users can be more creative with their front-facing camera. Users can now choosevarious augmented reality (AR), self creative background when using the new feature. With it, users can impose themselves into photos with their idols, take a picture in front of KLCC, Sydney Harbour Bridge, well you get the idea.
The update, which you can utilize 30th January 2018 onward, is easy to access. All you need to do is go to your settings, go to System update, Click the upper right corner button with three points and download latest full package.
Huawei nova 2i is available in Graphite Black, Prestige and Limited Edition Aurora Blue color variants and retails at RM1,299. To find out more on the device, you can check out our previous post on the device itself by clicking right here.
Pokdepinion: I’m still not convinced on the whole facial unlock system (any device). I feel that its not secure at all. What if something happened to your face?
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List Of Xiaomi Smartphones To Get MIUI 12.5 Update

When it comes to software updates, Xiaomi has been one of the better brands out there, offering them to even older devices. If you are wondering if your smartphone will receive the latest update from the brand, you can check out the device list of MIUI 12.5 update here.
List of smartphones for MIUI 12.5 update

Xiaomi Mi 11
Xiaomi Mi 10
Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro
Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra
Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth
Xiaomi Mi 9 SE
Xiaomi Mi 9
Xiaomi Mi 9 Explorer
Xiaomi Mi 9 Pro 5G
Xiaomi Mi CC9
Xiaomi Mi CC9 Pro
Xiaomi CC9e
Xiaomi Redmi K30 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi K30 5G
Xiaomi Redmi K30S
Xiaomi Redmi K30 Racing
Xiaomi Redmi K30i 5G
Xiaomi Redmi K30
Xiaomi Redmi K20 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi K20
Xiaomi Redmi 10X 5G
Xiaomi Redmi 10X Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9
Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 8
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7

As you can see from a majority of devices, they are mostly the China models, which comes without Google Services. They will receive MIUI 12.5 beta but fret not. Global units will also be receiving them, though no specific date has been mentioned. We will update accordingly should there be more details. Till then, stay tuned to Pokde.net.

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Pokdepinion: So far I’m satisfied with Xiaomi’s updates in recent years. They’ve yet to let me down with their features.
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Why you should go for 100% fibre NOW; Not all fibre internet are created equal

The Internet is such a central part of our lives that most of us would consider it an absolute necessity.. And like all necessities, no one is willing to settle for the mere basics. You wouldn’t want to eat plain white rice every day, would you? So Internet speed has been scaling up gradually as the technology advances, paving the way for faster internet. From the nostalgic dial up connections offering up to 56 Kbps, we have advanced to a stage where TIME is offering up to 500Mbps here in Malaysia. But why have we moved onto 100% fibre even for 100Mbps connection when copper is theoretically capable of delivering up to 200Mbps speeds over limited distances?
Fiber is FAST

So we know copper is theoretically capable of delivering speeds of up 200Mbps. Sounds fast? Well, we are looking at speeds of up to 1 Petabit per second over a fibre connection. That’s 1,000,000,000 Mbps. The main reason why data can be transmitted much faster through fibre is simply due to the fact that in copper, the signals are transmitted as electricity, whereas in fibre, they are transmitted as light signals. Ever heard of the expression “speed of light”? Well, that’s what we are harnessing when we use fibre internet.

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Fibre can go further, literally

Fibre is definitely faster than your average copper connection, both theoretically and also . Why practically? Signal degradation over longer copper cables limits its practical maximum speeds. Now with buildings scaling upwards, copper will be further limited in its applications as the copper cables will have to run all the way up to the top floor. While you may be able to enjoy good speeds on the lower floors, your neighbours on the higher floors might not. 100% fibre from end to end is designed with low attenuation in mind. Signal loss over long distances is very minimal, allowing everyone in your building from the ground floor to the highest floor to enjoy full speed. Those submarine communications cables? They are fibre, so you can guess how far the signal can be transmitted efficiently over fibre. Very far.
Fibre is reliable

Copper is used to conduct electrical signals. Its conductivity is affected by various factors like weather changes, high humidity and moisture (hey that sounds a lot like Malaysia, right?), which in turn can result in loss of connectivity. Loss of connectivity means downtime for you. What if a lightning strikes? Copper will conduct that surge of electricity to your modem, killing it in the process. That surge might even reach your computer’s LAN port, destroying that as well. This is actually a common occurrence in more lightning-prone areas. With fibre, you won’t have such issues. The fibre optics aren’t nearly as sensitive to weather changes and humidity, meaning your connectivity won’t be affected by those factors. There will also be no lightning surges into your modem because glass doesn’t conduct electricity, but only carries the light transmission. Then there is the issue of copper theft. Stolen copper means even more downtime as your provider will have to replace the cables. Fibre is worth less than copper, meaning that they won’t be as prone to theft and the end result is less downtime for you. Less downtime, more productivity.
Fibre is tougher than you think

Fibre may sound vulnerable, right? After all, it is made of glass. Glass is easily breakable, right? Yes, but not fibre cables which are cladded in a strong protective coat. So to actually break your fibre cables, how much force do you need? Around 7.5x the force you need to damage your copper cable, actually. To put that in numbers, fibre cables are capable of withstanding up to almost 300 Nm of pressure, while . Tougher cables means they won’t be nearly as prone to damage, meaning better reliability and less downtime with a fibre connection.
Fibre is the future

Remember when we said fibre can theoretically reach speeds of up to 1Pbps? We aren’t taking full advantage of the bandwidth fibre is capable of, yet. Copper is reaching its practical limits, but fibre has still a lot of room to grow. TIME Fibre which is based on a 100% fibre connection is currently offering up to 500Mbps speeds. Copper? Well you can get up to 100 Mbps from our local ISPs, and there really isn’t much headroom left for faster speeds. As part of future proofing, new and upcoming condominiums and apartments in Malaysia will have fibre laid in them. TIME can then provide their internet services there. Investing in a good fibre internet plan is paramount. What’s the point of being bonded to a 2-year contract with a slower internet service provider, when you can get 100% of the speed NOW with 100% Fibre Internet from TIME?
If you are ready to experience 100% Fibre Internet from TIME, they are currently running the #OneBIGDeal promotion until 15 December 2017. Get up to RM500 off your bill and be in the running to win a 50” Android TV! For more information, check it out!

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Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Specs Leaked and It Could Rival the Dell XPS 13

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Recently, there were Lenovo presentation materials leaked which revealed the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano. This new laptop could very well rival the Dell XPS 13 as it’s touted as the lightest ThinkPad ever.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Laptop

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According to the leaked presentation materials, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano weighs a mere 999g, making it about 200g lighter than the Dell XPS 13 2020 that we reviewed recently. It’s also just as thin at just 14.8mm.
It uses a 13-inch 2K display (touchscreen optional) with an aspect ratio of 16:10, making the display a little taller for added screen real estate. The display is rated up to 450 nits of brightness and can produce 100% sRGB colours. Apart from that, it’s powered by a 15W Intel Tiger Lake CPU with 16GB RAM. In case you were worried, the bezels are rather slim.
What’s most interesting here is that it has dual Thunderbolt 4 ports; one for charging and the other for dual 4K monitor output. Apart from that, it has 4×4 MIMO LTE and 5G support, and it has a premium carbon fiber design with an “optional weave A cover”.
According to the presentation materials, the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano has a battery life of more than 17 hours per full charge. We would certainly like to test these claims and put it up against the Dell XPS 13 2020. If it managed to beat it in our battery life test, then we would be thoroughly amazed since it’s noticeably lighter.
We have no idea as to when the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano will be officially launched. Given the use of Thunderbolt 4, we don’t expect it to appear so soon. Perhaps end of this year or early 2021 at the latest.
We recently reviewed the Dell XPS 13 2020. If you’re curious about it, you can read about it by clicking right here.
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Pokdepinion: I can’t wait for this to be out. I really wanna see what it’s truly capable of.
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New James Bond Game, Project 007, In Development From Hitman Developers IO Interactive

Talk about a match made in Heaven. IO Interactive, the developers of the excellent Hitman franchise is bringing back super spy, James Bond back to video games. The game, dubbed Project 007, is a prequel and will feature a wholly new origin story for Bond which will put players in his shoes as he works to earn his 00 status.
Project 007: Bond. James Bond.
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Project 007 is a collaboration with MGM, EON Productions and Delphi and will utilise IO Interactive’s own Glacier game engine, the same game engine that has been used on all their Hitman games. They also stated that the game will be made for modern systems and platforms which should mean that the game will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X and Series S as well as on PC.

Currently, there isn’t much information on Project 007 seeing that it is still pretty early. All we know now is that the game’s currently in active development at the IO Interactive studios in Copenhagen, Denmark and Malmö, Sweden.

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Pokdepinion: I am fully ecstatic that IO Interactive is developing a new Bond game. I can’t think of a more perfect developer to develop a game featuring the world-famous spy. As a huge James Bond fan, Project 007 has definitely shot itself up to my ‘most anticipated games’ list alongside the new Mass Effect and Dragon Age 4.
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Kingston FURY RENEGADE DDR5 RGB (DDR5-6400 CL32) Review – To RGB Or Not To RGB?

For those who’re after more speed than savings, Kingston’s FURY RENEGADE series is the lineup they’re looking for. With DDR5 comes new designs, new dies and plenty of differences to count on – and this particular set of sticks comes with a pretty aggressive clock and timings out of the box. Let’s see if there’s more left on the table…
Unboxing
Packaging front
Unlike the cheaper BEAST DDR5 models – RENEGADE DDR5 gets a full box package albeit that’s about all there is to it. You get the sticks themselves, user guide and a sticker to add some flair to your rig, if that’s your thing. While the box says it supports both Intel and technically AMD – realistically you can’t use it on Ryzen 7000 systems due to how Ryzen’s Infinity Fabric functions.
Technical explanation: by default, AMD couples FCLK to memory clock (MCLK) by a certain ratio, and as your RAM goes beyond 6000MT/s – which is over 2000MHz FCLK – the system will fail (unless FCLK are decoupled, which could incur latency penalties). This is similar to previous Zen 2 / Zen 3 systems with FCLK limited at 1800/1900MHz respectively, binned chips notwithstanding.

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Packaging rear
On the rear is Intel’s XMP certification sticker – AMD EXPO is not featured here for reasons mentioned above.
Appearance

As FURY RENEGADE is the premium offering by Kingston – it was designed accordingly. Though some might argue it looks a bit too ‘gamery’ so to say… but you get a strip of diffused RGB lighting on top, plus a brush aluminum heat spreader with black accents.

Once installed, the RGB is set as rainbow cycle by default, and boy is it bright. It’s bright enough to blast through even the most tinted side panels… one thing worth mentioning is Kingston’s Infrared Sync which takes care of the uniformity of RGB lighting across multiple sticks of RAM.
Specifications
Kingston FURY RENEGADE DDR5 RGB (DDR5-6400 CL32)

Model Number
KF564C32RSAK2-32

Frequency
6400MT/s

Primary Timings
CL32-39-39-80

Voltage
1.4V

Capacity
16GB x2

Dimensions (WxHxD)
133.35 x 44 x 7.66 mm

Test System

CPU
Intel Core i9-13900K

Cooler
ASUS ROG Ryujin II 360 AIO
Cooler Master MasterGel Maker

Motherboard
ASUS ROG Maximus Z790 HERO
BIOS ver. 0703

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti
Driver Version 527.56

Memory
Kingston FURY RENEGADE RGB DDR5-6400 CL32 (2x16GB)

Storage
Samsung SSD 980 PRO 256GB (Boot)
Kingston NV1 1TB

Power Supply
Cooler Master V850 Platinum 850W

Case
VECTOR Bench Case (Open-air chassis)

OS
Windows 11 Pro 22H2

Overclocking
Stock XMP run: on default XMP profiles DDR5-6400 CL32.
Given this set of modules is already running at a screaming 1.4V on this particular XMP profile, it’s somewhat manageable as far as temperatures go. A 30-minute run on the open-air bench rig has seen one stick reaching 73°C with the other at 72°C. A bit toasty. Some airflow should improve things as this represents the worst-case scenario for heat management.
First try: 1.43V for DDR5-6800.
Here comes overclocking. With the XMP voltage as high as it is, there isn’t much headroom to go before we hit the point of “being too close to the sun” – or 1.45V to 1.5V depending on whoever you ask. With the target of DDR5-6800 CL32, VDD and VDDQ voltages are set at 1.435V; while memory controller voltage is raised to 1.43125V.
Too much voltage, apparently.
…it wasn’t happy. At this point I decided to fine tune the RAM voltages to see where would things go. Out of curiosity I decided to lower the memory controller voltage, since I raised it by quite a lot over its default 1.3V. (Just so you know, RAM wouldn’t play nice at this voltage on DDR5-6800.) A quick run at 1.40V has seen modules spitting out less errors which got me thinking… what if we go lower?
Same run, with memory controller voltage dropped to 1.38125V.
Oddly enough, the 1.435V+1.435V+1.38125V voltage combo is proven to be the most stable at this memory speed. If you’re patient enough, you can probably push the voltages slightly higher or lower depending on system’s stability. We tried DDR5-7000 – which is simply too unstable to boot into Windows properly. Loosening the timings does help to boot, however the latency loss negates the need to push the clocks that high.
Conclusion
The Kingston FURY RENEGADE DDR5 RGB performs quite well in the overclocking – not necessarily the ones that you can overclock the snot out of, but there’s definitely headroom to be found. That being said, the CL32 timings is already very close to its limits so I doubt there’s much to be gained from here unless you have hours or even days to spend on just endlessly testing and adjusting these subtimings. Though Kingston’s website do list 6800MT/s and even 7200MT/s modules of the same model, so it’s probably down to binning and silicon lottery.

How about the price? Kingston’s official pricing over at Shopee is set to RM1,899 – which is over RM400 more than a non-RGB version of this stick currently at RM1,433 (both ‘kit of 2’ prices), all specs equal otherwise. Competition? Not much, surprisingly. As far as I can tell, DDR5-6400 is a bit of a no-man’s land – Corsair seems to not sell modules at this speed (or not available here yet) but does offer other speeds, mostly lower. G.Skill on the other hand have modules running as high as 7600MT/s, but value-wise it’s tipping the scale slightly to Kingston, all things considered.
So that comes down to your preference. As the options is currently rather limited, you’re effectively given two options (should you settle for this RAM speed): to RGB or not to RGB? If the answer is no, then the RGB-less version does offer a pretty good value; but if you chose to stick with RGB instead (a.k.a. this one) – I suggest wait for prices to lower a bit before pulling the trigger.

Special thanks to Kingston Malaysia for providing FURY RENEGADE DDR5 RGB (DDR5-6400 CL32) for this review.
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To further entice more people into using their browser, Microsoft Edge will be getting a built-in Grammarly-like feature for more convenience. Here’s what you need to know.
Microsoft Edge Browser Will Get Built-in Grammarly-like Feature

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As many of you may know by now, Microsoft Edge is included from the start but many people still chose to use other popular browsers instead like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, and Opera GX. To entice more people, Microsoft Edge will be getting a built-in Grammarly-like feature.
In case you don’t understand what that means, it’s a built-in spellchecker and grammar check feature. This is especially useful since Microsoft Edge is already capable of opening and editing Office files, making it more convenient to use it for word processing from the get-go.
This isn’t necessarily new depending on how you use the browser as it does have the ability to check for grammar and spelling errors previously. The difference here is that it’s an extension that you need to install manually, and it’s known as Microsoft Editor. One downside to this method is that you need to have an active Microsoft 365 subscription.
This new feature, once available, should not require any form of subscription and can be used immediately. Whether this will be enough to sway more people away from other browsers will be something we will need to see when it has been launched.
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Pokdepinion: This is a smart move, and it does make you wonder why such a move wasn’t made earlier. Oh well, better late than never, I suppose, and I foresee other browsers making a similar move not long after.
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Cyberpunk 2077 May Support Neural Radiance Caching Feature, Improving Path Tracing Quality

The new feature is said to boost performance in path tracing RT scenarios.

Cyberpunk 2077 has become a bit of a test bed for latest graphics technologies, with DLSS 2, DLSS 3, path tracing (RT Overdrive mode), AMD FSR2 and Intel XeSS among the features that was first used in the game developed by Polish publisher CD Projekt RED. Now, a new form of quality boosting method is spotted by CapFrameX, which helps with path tracing – a type of ray tracing that relies entirely on bouncing rays in a space, which is extremely compute-intensive.

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The new feature is called Real-time Neural Radiance Caching for Path Tracing, or NRC in short. NVIDIA in fact has published research papers on such technique back in 2021 – which relies on a new method of prediction model that does away with pre-trained datasets and instead relies on real-time compute. This is fairly compute-intensive however, though the Tensor cores inside NVIDIA’s RTX GPUs are designed for this exact purpose, leaving the traditional CUDA cores doing what they do as usual.

Comparing the NRC against the more traditional ReSTIR denoiser and raw path tracing results (both of which incurs a small latency penalty in processing and results in lower framerates), the NRC provides the image quality closest to the reference image, while running on the same level of performance compared to ReSTIR, albeit with significantly better image quality. Raw path tracing with no denoiser applied meanwhile produces images with very low fidelity.
It’s unclear when or even if the NRC may make it into the game itself in a future update, if it does – expect even better image quality coming from the full blown path tracing version of the Night City, or even better performance if the developers opt to reduce the processing overhead.
Source: Tom’s Hardware
Pokdepinion: Since path tracing is still very rare in most games today, I guess CP2077 is pretty much the only place to see NRC in action. Something like Quake RTX or Minecraft RTX probably isn’t as realistic, would it?
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Nintendo Switch Sells 10 Million Units; It’s Only 9 Months Old

Nintendo Switch made its debut in March 2017. The new console is selling superbly well, matching the Sony PlayStation 4 in its initial 9 months.
Nintendo Switch Sells 10 Million Units

Today Nintendo announced that its new Switch console sold through ten million units to consumers, reaching an important milestones roughly nine months after its release.

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Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aimé shared a comment via press release, boasting a “great” response from fans, and promising that the house of Mario is doing its best to satisfy demand during the Holidays.

As you can see in people’s living rooms, on a plane or riding the subway, fans all over the world can enjoy playing Nintendo Switch wherever they go. The response from fans has been great, and we’re doing our very best to satisfy demand during the holiday shopping season.
Interestingly, this puts the Switch’s timeline to ten million units sold pretty much in line with the PS4. Sony announced the same milestone on August 12th, 2014, 270 days after the PlayStation 4’s launch on November 15th 2013. Nintendo’s announcement comes just a couple of weeks later, 284 days after the console’s launch on March 3rd 2017.
Of course, there have been a couple of differentiating factors, as no console launch is the same. While the launch of PS4 was staggered, with the large Japanese market getting its share months later, Nintendo’s console appears to have been affected by shortages in a more relevant way and still has part of its first Holiday season to go.
It’ll certainly be interesting to observe the momentum of the console going forward, but so far, the Nintendo Switch is doing very well, a lot better than the Wii U.
The PlayStation 4 also reached a milestone recently in terms of number of units sold. Click here to read more about it.

Pokdepinion: Well, it’s good to see that Nintendo is doing good in for their latest console. I mean, the Nintendo Switch is a good machine on paper with innovative features but it was a gamble because no one can really know how the masses will respond to these innovations. Good for them.
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PS Plus November 2020 FREE Games Lineup

Starting Tuesday, PS Plus members can download Middle-earth: Shadow of War and Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition for PS4: https://t.co/fYQeDxYslr
Plus, a bonus PS5 game in November… pic.twitter.com/NqsMTi1AIZ
— PlayStation (@PlayStation) October 28, 2020

November 2020 is a special month for PlayStation gamers as we get to see the launch of the new PlayStation 5. Many of you are wondering what’s going to happen with the PS Plus offerings. We now have the official PS Plus November 2020 free games lineup, which also happens to come with surprising extras to coincide with the next gen game console launch.
PS Plus November 2020
Middle-Earth: Shadow of War

We start off the PS Plus November 2020 free games lineup with Middle-Earth: Shadow of War. It is a spin-off game which takes place between the events of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. Players will have to find a way to dominate Mordor from within using the Nemesis System which creates unique, personal stories with every enemy and follower. Eventually, players will face off against the Dark Lord Sauron and his Ringwraiths.

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Middle-Earth: Shadow of War will be available starting 3rd November 2020 to 30th November 2020.
Hollow Knight

Considered one of the best Metroidvania games by many gamers across the globe, Hollow Knight is a 2D platformer where players explore the vast underworld of Hollownest. You will fight against tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs.
Players can unlock new skills and adjust accordingly with your own playstyle as you play through the game. While the game may seem innocent enough, it’s one of the toughest games around that can test even the most seasoned of gamers.
Hollow Knight will be available starting 3rd November 2020 to 30th November 2020.
Bugsnax

Bugsnax is the very first PS5 game to be a part of the PS Plus free games lineup. Developed by Young Horses, Bugsnax is a first-person adventure game that follows an investigative journalist who has set out for Snaktooth Island, the home of the legendary half-bug half-snack creatures, Bugsnax. Track down and reunite the island’s inhabitants while also capturing all 100 critters on the island.
Bugsnax will be available exclusively to PS Plus members with a PlayStation 5 as part of the PS Plus November 2020 free games lineup starting 12th November 2020 to 4th January 2021.
PS Plus Collection

Apart from the PS Plus November 2020 free games lineup, PlayStation team has also confirmed all the games that will be included in the PS Plus collection. For those of you who aren’t aware, it will be a list of PS4 games available for free for PS5 gamers to enjoy for as long as there is an active PS Plus subscription. Playing these games on the PS5 will result in a more enhanced experience, such as improved visuals and faster loading times.
The following is the list of games that will be available as part of the PS Plus Collection
From Worldwide Studios

Bloodborne
Days Gone
Detroit: Become Human
God of War
Infamous Second Son
Ratchet and Clank
The Last Guardian
The Last of Us Remastered
Until Dawn
Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End

From 3rd Party Publishers and Developers

Batman: Arkham Knight
Battlefield 1
Call of Duty: Black Ops III – Zombies Chronicles Edition
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
Fallout 4
Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition
Monster Hunter: World
Mortal Kombat X
Persona 5
Resident Evil 7 biohazard

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Pokdepinion: If there was ever a need for temptation to get a PS5 fast, this would be a good one. I really hope it launches in Malaysia on time and with adequate stock. If you didn’t manage to get a pre-order locked in, you might need to wait a little longer.
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Dell Has New 2030 Goals for a Positive Social Impact

At an event in Kuala Lumpur today, Dell has announced that they will be having new goals to usher in a new decade of responsibility and innovation for a positive social impact globally. The goals are said to be a vital part of their 2030 Progress Made Real plan with the belief that technology and data combined with human spirit are positive forces in the world.
Dell Technologies will be looking to use their global scale, broad technology portfolio, and expertise to make a positive, measurable impact on society and the world as a whole. As such, they are looking to accomplish a number of things by 2030:

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Advance Sustainability

Recycle an equivalent product for every customer purchase
Lead the circular economy with more than half of all product content made from recycled / renewable materials
Use 100% recycled / renewable material in all packaging (currently it’s set at 98%)
Deliver future-ready skills development for workers in the supply chain
Drive a comprehensive science-based climate program, setting emissions goals across facilities, supply chain, and operations to customer use of products, which includes greenhouse gas emissions reduction target of 60% per unit revenue by 2030

Cultivate Inclusion

Acquire, develop, and retain women so they account for half of the company’s global workforce, with 40% being global people managers
Acquire, develop, and retain African American and Hispanic team members so they account for a quarter of the US workforce and 15% of US people managers
Educate 95% of all team members annually about unconscious bias, harassment, micro-aggressions, and privilege

Transform Lives

Advance the health, education, and economic opportunity of 1 billion people
Digitally transform 1,000 non-profit organizations
Achieve 75% team member participation in charitable giving and volunteerism in communities

It is said that ethics and privacy are the foundation of Dell Technologies’ corporate and social impact strategies. It is a necessity to achieve the new 2030 goals. They are setting the pace in privacy and transparency by fully automating data control processes, making it easier for customers to access, delete, or share their personal data. Furthermore, Dell will be using digital tools to get insights, measure, and monitor compliance issues with digital data to further amplify team members’ and partners’ passion for ethics and integrity.
If you want to learn more about the 2030 goals, click right here.
Pokdepinion: These are some big goals they are setting for themselves, but it’s certainly one that will yield a positive impact.
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These Are the Games That Will Be Available on Google Stadia at Launch

As many of you may be aware, Google Stadia will be launching very soon. To be precise, on 19th November 2019. No game platform will be successful without its lineup of games and now, we have the full list of games available at launch for the streaming service.
There will be a total of 12 games available on Google Stadia at launch. While it may not be much, it’s still an interesting lineup nonetheless. Some of the more notable inclusions are Mortal Kombat 11, Red Dead Redemption 2, and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey.
For the full lineup of games, we’ve included it right below here:

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[Updated 20th November] Google added 10 more games to the lineup. The 10 new games are listed after Tomb Raider.
Google Stadia Launch Lineup
Assassin’s Creed OdysseyDestiny 2: The CollectionGYLTJust Dance 2020KineMortal Kombat 11 Red Dead Redemption 2Rise of the Tomb RaiderSamurai ShodownShadow of the Tomb Raider: Definitive EditionThumperTomb Raider: Definitive EditionAttack on Titan: Final Battle 2Farming Simulator 2019Final Fantasy XVFootball Manager 2020Grid 2Metro ExodusNBA 2K20Rage 2Trials RisingWolfenstein Youngblood
 Attack on Titan: Final Battle 2, Farming Simulator 2019, Final Fantasy XV, Football Manager 2020, Grid 2, Metro Exodus, NBA 2K20, Rage 2, Trials Rising, and Wolfenstein Youngblood
Google Stadia is expected to double the number of games available by end of this year. Given the November release date, we can expect a surge of games to be made available soon after launch. This includes games like Final Fantasy XV, Borderlands 3, and Metro Exodus. We’re expected to see 14 additional games before 2020 arrives.
Pokdepinion: It’s not bad especially given how well-known those games are. However, it definitely needs to add a lot more games soon if it wants to make an impact.
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