OnePlus 8 Pro gets Warp Charge 30 Wireless and 120 Hz display from $899

The OnePlus series are no longer as affordable as they once were, but that’s probably justified, at least to some. The OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro offer some nice features that earlier OnePlus devices lacked, but at a price point that was never touched by any earlier OnePlus smartphone that came before it. Is it worth it? Well, you take a look and decide for yourself.
OnePlus 8 – like the OnePlus 7T, but better
The OnePlus 8 is this year’s base model, and thus comes with pretty standard “flagship” specifications as well. This includes the Snapdragon 865 and up to 256GB of UFS 3.0 storage, but you don’t get LPDDR5 RAM here. Only the OnePlus 8 Pro gets that. The OnePlus 8 gets LPDDR4x memory instead. Accompanying the chips is a 4300 mAh battery that supports the Warp Charge 30T Fast Charging standard, which is a nice upgrade from last year’s 3800 mAh unit.

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Over on the back is a camera arrangement that’s reminiscent of last year’s model as well as most of 2019’s budget flagships. The 48MP Sony IMX586 takes the main stage, supported by a 16MP f/2.2 ultra-wide angle camera and a 2MP macro camera. Seriously, a 2MP macro camera? In a flagship at this price range?

The display is a curved 6.55″ FHD+ Fluid AMOLED panel running at up to 90 Hz, complete with a punch hole in the upper left corner to house the selfie camera. There’s support for HDR10+ and the DCI-P3 color gamut too. Here are the specifications of the OnePlus 8:
OnePlus 8 Specs

Snapdragon 865, octa-core up to 2.84 GHz, 7nm
Up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM
Up to 256GB UFS 3.0 storage
6.55″ FHD+ Fluid AMOLED, 90 Hz refresh rate
48MP Sony IMX586 f/1.75 + 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide + 2MP macro camera
16MP f/2.45 selfie camera
4300 mAh battery, 30W Warp Charge 30T
8GB + 128GB: USD 699 (~RM3028)
12GB + 256GB: USD 799 (~RM3462)

OnePlus 8 Pro – the true flagship?
While the OnePlus 8 seems like a pretty standard flagship, OnePlus definitely put a bit more love into the OnePlus 8 Pro. For starters, it has a larger and higher resolution display. You get a 6.78″ 2K+ Fluid AMOLED display, that also offers an impressive 120 Hz refresh rate. And to ensure that it has enough battery life so that you can actually enjoy all that, there’s a respectable 4510 mAh battery here, up from 4085 mAh in the OnePlus 7T Pro.

But what sets the OnePlus 8 Pro apart from its predecessor is not just its screen and battery capacity, but also wireless charging. OnePlus’ CEO Pete Lau has famously went on record saying wireless charging is far inferior but I guess the 30W Warp Charge 30 Wireless isn’t inferior. That’s technically true, considering that the OnePlus 8 Pro charges at the same rate over a cable too, but it is definitely far from the best the industry has to offer. Both HUAWEI and OPPO have 40W wireless charging standards now, and OPPO is also currently offering 65W fast charging. So OnePlus is definitely offering an inferior charging experience on the OnePlus 8 Pro.

The camera ensemble on the OnePlus 8 Pro is superior compared to the OnePlus 8, as you might expect. While the main camera offers the same 48MP resolution, the sensors are pretty different. The OnePlus 8 Pro comes with a Sony IMX689 behind it’s main camera lens, a much larger sensor with big 1.12µm pixels, versus the Sony IMX586’s puny 0.8µm ones. Throw pixel binning into the equation and you are looking at 2.24µm vs 1.6µm pixels. The ultra-wide camera also sports a 48MP sensor, and it also pulls double duty by supporting macro shots too. Meanwhile the 3x telephoto camera touts an 8MP sensor, but whether OnePlus will still try to pull a fast one this generation remains to be seen. And lastly there’s a 5MP color filter lens that supposedly helps the camera throw on color filters. Never knew we needed hardware to do that.
OnePlus 8 Pro Specs

Snapdragon 865, octa-core up to 2.84 GHz, 7nm
Up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM
Up to 256GB UFS 3.0 storage
6.78″ 2K+ Fluid AMOLED, 120 Hz refresh rate
48MP Sony IMX689 f/1.78 + 48MP Sony IMX586 f/2.2 ultra-wide/macro + 8MP f/2.44 3x telephoto + 5MP color filter
16MP f/2.45 selfie camera
4510 mAh battery, 30W Warp Charge 30T, 30W Warp Charge Wireless
8GB + 128GB: USD 899 (~RM3895)
12GB + 256GB: USD 999 (~RM4328)

And oh there’s the much-requested IP68 rating on the OnePlus 8 Pro. The OnePlus 8 doesn’t get an IP rating though.

So there you have it, the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro. Do you think they are worth their asking prices?
Pokdepinion: OnePlus is definitely targeting a more premium price range, but the OnePlus 8 is just horrible value for your money. The OnePlus 8 Pro does seem like a decent flagship though.
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How the Lenovo V14 G2 Laptop Empowers On-the-Go Professionals For Less Than RM1,500

Discover the Lenovo V14 G2 business laptop, featuring a slim and sleek design, powerful AMD Ryzen or Intel Core processors, an FHD anti-glare display, enhanced security features, and compatibility with Microsoft 365 applications.
Lenovo V14 G2 Business Laptop: Overview and Key Features

In the world of business laptops, the LenovoV14 G2 is one that is aimed at professionals who require a reliable and efficient device while on the move. With a slim and sleek design, this lightweight laptop is easy to carry and fits comfortably in any briefcase or backpack.

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The Lenovo V14 G2 comes with a powerful AMD Ryzen or Intel Core processor, providing speedy and efficient performance, ideal for business applications. The laptop features a 14-inch display with FHD view and narrow bezels, offering a comfortable viewing experience. The anti-glare display ensures that users can work comfortably, without any reflections or glare affecting the screen.

Data security and privacy are always a top priority for businesses, and the Lenovo V14 G2 takes this seriously. The Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 firmware encrypts critical business data, making it difficult for any unauthorized access. The physical webcam shutter ensures that outsiders can’t see you unless you want them to, providing an extra layer of privacy.
The Lenovo V14 G2 comes with multiple USB and HDMI ports, allowing you to connect various peripherals such as an external hard drive or a secondary monitor. This flexibility makes it easier to work from anywhere without the worry of losing any important data.

Lenovo also offers additional services such as RAM and SSD upgrades available, up to 8GB and 512GB respectively, for those who require higher specifications for their business needs. The laptop is designed to work perfectly with Microsoft 365 applications such as PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, making it easier to complete business tasks and collaborate with others.
In conclusion, the Lenovo V14 G2 is an excellent choice for businesses looking for a reliable, efficient, and secure laptop while on the go. Its slim and sleek design, powerful processor, FHD display, and multiple connectivity options make it a perfect fit for the modern-day professional. Now this sounds like something that might be out of reach but the good news here is that there are promotions for it that make it much easier to own one.
BNPL Promotion

For starters, you can split payments for the Lenovo V14 G2 up to 4 months using popular BNPL payment methods with 0% interest rate, namely Atome, GrabPay, and myIOU. If you require a longer repayment period, you can even opt for 0% credit card installments up to 12 months with the Easy Payment Plan.
Furthermore, there is a special Grab Raya campaign from 23rd March to 21st April 2023, where online purchases with a minimum spend of RM160 via GrabPay at GLOO and iTworld will entitle you to an RM24 discount. If you spend a minimum of RM200 instead, that discount will be bumped up to a healthy RM30. This offer can only be redeemed once per user.4

If you’re interested to purchase the Lenovo V14 G2 for yourself, you can refer to the following links, opt to upgrade the RAM to 8GB, upgrade storage to either 256GB or 512GB SSD, and also enjoy a limited time offer on PWP for Microsoft 365 Personal at RM49.90:

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Pokdepinion: To have something light and portable while still able to tailor accordingly with your needs with its various configurations is certainly a rarity. With the promotion, it makes the deal even sweeter.
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Samsung Galaxy S10 is launching this 21st February — will also showcase foldable phone in its final form?

Finally, the 10th Samsung Galaxy S is here. While iPhone celebrated the iPhone’s 10th anniversary with the polarizing iPhone X in 2016, Samsung will be launching the 10th member of the Samsung Galaxy S family on 21st February in San Francisco.
Samsung isn’t even trying to keep the Galaxy S10 launch date a secret. They have announced it across their social media pages, and even released a teaser that points to some ridiculously thin bezels on the sides. There isn’t much additional detail we can glean from the teaser, but one thing we do know is that Samsung won’t be calling it the Samsung Galaxy SX.

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Many leaks have revealed the Galaxy S10 to use a variant of the Infinity-O display. The cameras are expected to be hidden in an oblong hole in the screen, which will definitely be met with some pretty harsh criticism if that’s true. Perhaps that’s the reason why the 10 in Samsung’s teaser has such an oblongated 0?
Samsung is also expected to showcase their foldable phone at the event. In any case, we would be keeping an eye out to see what more Samsung has to reveal before the big launch. Stay tuned!
Pokdepinion: After seeing the HONOR View20, I do find in-screen camera cutouts a lot more acceptable. But a large oblong one might change my mind again…
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[E3 2021] Forza Horizon 5 New Trailer Looks Breathtaking

[E3 2021] Forza Horizon 5 New Trailer

As many of you may know by now, Forza Horizon 5 will be the next entry in the Forza game franchise. At E3 2021, we were treated to a brand new trailer for the game and it looks amazing.
Forza Horizon 5 is being developed by Playground Games as an open world driving game set in fictional Mexico. Interestingly, you will be getting access to myriad of landscapes in the country, including rainforests and a dormant volcano. Could the latter end up being active for a challenge? We will have to wait and see on that one.
It appears that they plan on taking advantage of next gen gaming hardware as much as possible with ray tracing being a key visual feature. It’s clear that they want to take the visuals of the game to the next level.

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Forza Horizon 5 will be coming to the Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC on 9th November 2021. It will also be available as part of the Xbox Game Pass when it launches.
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Pokdepinion: From a graphics perspective, I can only think of this and Gran Turismo being the top dogs for racing games that look amazing. I can’t wait to see it for myself when the game is out.
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vivo X Fold2 Appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and a Whopping 12GB RAM

The upcoming vivo X Fold2 foldable flagship smartphone was recently spotted on Geekbench with some impressive specs. It is expected to launch in China on April 20, along with the X Flip and Pad 2.
vivo X Fold2 spotted on Geekbench with Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and 12GB RAM

vivo’s upcoming foldable flagship, the X Fold2, has been spotted on Geekbench with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset and 12GB of RAM, providing further confirmation that the device will feature Qualcomm’s latest processor. The X Fold2 is set to launch in China on April 20th alongside the X Flip and Pad 2, but there’s no word yet on whether the device will be released in other parts of the world.

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The vivo X Fold2 is expected to feature an 8.03-inch foldable E6 AMOLED display on the inside and a 6.53-inch E6 AMOLED display on the outside/cover, both with a fingerprint scanner underneath. The device’s cameras will include a 50MP IMX866 primary unit, a pair of 12MP IMX663 sensors for the ultrawide and 2x zoom, and two 32MP cameras for selfies on each display.

The X Fold2 is reported to be powered by a 4,800mAh battery with support for 120W wired and 50W wireless charging. Additionally, the device is expected to be 10% lighter than its predecessor, thanks to an updated hinge.
Although we now have more information about the vivo X Fold2’s specs, it’s worth noting that plans could still change as the device is still several months away from its official launch. Nonetheless, the X Fold2 looks like it could be a promising device for those who are interested in foldable smartphones. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the launch date.
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Pokdepinion: Like I mentioned before, it looks like a solid foldable smartphone, but it all boils down to software. If the UI and apps can take better advantage of the added screen real estate, you’ll have yourself a winner.
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We are a week away from the launch of the Xbox Series X as well as the Xbox Series S. Now, Microsoft has confirmed that they will be running a launch event for their next gen console to celebrate a new generation of gaming.
Microsoft Will Be Holding an Xbox Series X Launch Event

According to an official blog post by Xbox boss Phil Spencer, they will be doing a livestream on 10th November 2020, which coincides with the launch of the Xbox Series X, to get into the hands of day one purchasers.

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On November 10, we invite you, players of all identities and backgrounds, console generations and devices, skill sets and tastes, to celebrate, connect, and play together.
We invite you to grab your device of choice and play alongside Team Xbox, your favorite creators, and our partners, right from your homes around the world. We invite you to take a glimpse behind-the-scenes of the next generation of games, hear the stories of people who make them, and play along with them.
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The livestream will be happening on YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook on 10th November 2020 2PM EST / 11AM PST, which is 11th November 3AM GMT+8 for Malaysia and countries in the same time zone.
In case you are wondering, the livestream is more about celebrating Xbox and all things gaming rather than major announcements, so we don’t expect to hear anything major. In the off chance that there are any announcements, we will be reporting it here so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: If you’re still thinking about getting one, this would be a good thing to look forward to. I personally doubt there would be any major announcements there, but we can see how well the next gen console performs.
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iflix Introduces New Channels – Catering To Your Personal Preferences!

iflix today announce of their new Channels from some of the world’s popular and exciting entertainment studios content and brands.
iflix Adds New Channels
iflix’s new Channels combines the traditional pay television with on-demand services. Working with studios and channel providers. iflix gives an on-demand offering for users to enjoy on their own terms. The Channel promises to bring many of the world’s best and most exciting entertainment studios and brands along with users’ favorite genres.
Users of iflix will now be able to access content from international, regional, and local studios, featured in app and at iflix.com, which includes;

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tvN Movies – Train to Busan, Fabricated City, My Annoying Brother, A Werewolf Boy, Sunny
Oh!K – W-Two Worlds, Weightlifting Fairy, Infinite Challenge, Lucky Romance, The Flower in Prison
Aniplus – Attack on Titan, Bungo Stray DOgs, Erased, Kiznaiver, Myriad Colors Phantom World

Additionally, subcribers now have access to genre Channels, specially curated editorial collections that gives iflix users access to content that will match the user’s preferences.
Contents also include Tempatan, featuring movies such as KL Gangster, Rindu Awak 200%, Juvana, Karak, KL Zombi, Highland Tower, and Magika.
We are very excited to add new Channels featuring more of the world’s most popular and beloved entertainment brands to the iflix service. Users now have an intuitive, dynamic way to discover new TV shows and movies from the brands and genres they love, completely on demand and on their terms. This is the future of Pay Television – a vast library of many of the world’s best entertainment programming, accessible from any device, localized and personalized for each user, for a price that anyone can afford. Sean Carey, iflix Group Chief Content Officer
iflix is now available to over one billion consumers across 22 territories throughout Asia, Middle East and Africa. Offering consumers, a library of Hollywood, Asian and Middle Eastern, and local TV shows and movies.
Subscription allows users to have access to the service on up to five devices, including phones, laptops, tablets, and television sets for their viewing pleasure.
Pokdepinion: It seems like the new Channels’ content will cater to you preferences, similar to Youtube’s recommended videos. The new added contents are highly welcomed, I mean who doesn’t like a lot of contents?
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Google Search Losing Younger Audience to TikTok and Instagram

As many of you may know by now, TikTok and Instagram is popular worldwide, especially among the younger crowd. It has grown so much that it has affected the popularity of Google Search, as most of the youth nowadays would rely on the social platforms for discovery instead.
According to Google Senior Vice President Prabhakar Raghavan, roughly 40% of the young people, most notably Gen Z, are abandoning their services for TikTok and Instagram. “When they’re looking for a place for lunch, they don’t go to Google Maps or Search. They go to TikTok or Instagram.”

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Previously, it was known that TikTok and Instagram would be a threat to the tech giant’s own video service, YouTube. Now, it’s clear that they are affecting their other services, especially with developed algorithms and ad networks that will let the younger crowd find what their interested in with ease, such as with TikTok’s For You Page.
To counter this, Google will be adding new functionalities to existing services, such as adding AR capabilities to Maps. This will give an option for the younger crowd to see what they expect to see and still maintain the traditional map-like look as well. There will be more changes coming soon, especially for Google Search, but we will report more on this as soon as information becomes available.
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Pokdepinion: Imagine one day, these platforms actually overtake the tech giant as the most popular platform to discover new places.
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NVIDIA’s Latest Driver Brings Up To 25% More FPS On DX12 Titles, Broadens DLSS Support

In line with NVIDIA’s RTX 4090 launch, the company has brought the latest GeForce Game Ready Driver dubbed version 552.25 which brings DLSS 2 and DLSS 3 support on new and existing titles; as well as optimized shader compilation pipeline, reduced CPU overhead and Resizable BAR profiles for select titles.
New DLSS 3 titles include:
(Note: DLSS 2 – also named DLSS Super Resolution – is included. DLSS 3, which uses temporal frame generation, will only remain supported on RTX 40 Series GPUs.)

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A Plague Tale: Requiem (Launches October 18)
Bright Memory: Infinite (Launch Title: Available on October 12)
F1 22 (Updates Coming Soon)
Justice ‘Fuyun Court’ New Graphics Showcase (Launch Title: Available on October 12)
Loopmancer (Launch Title: Available on October 12)
Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered (Launch Title: Available on October 12)
Microsoft Flight Simulator (Launches in beta for Xbox Insider Program members on October 17)
SUPER PEOPLE (Launch Title: Available now in early access)

DLSS 2 (Super Resolution) newly supported titles:

Blind Fate: Edo no Yami
Dakar Desert Rally
Destroy All Humans! 2 – Reprobed
Gotham Knights
Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection

NVIDIA has noted that driver optimizations will be more beneficial to CPU-bound scenarios (i.e. 1080p resolution), giving more headroom for GPU render – the performance improvement per company’s internal testing has shown improvements as high as 25% compared to previous driver versions. The list includes (non-exhaustive):

Assassin’s Creed Valhalla: up to 25% (1080p)
Battlefield 2042: up to 7% (1080p)
Borderlands 3: Up to 8% (1080p)
Call of Duty: Vanguard: up to 12% (4K)
Control: up to 6% (4K)
Cyberpunk 2077: up to 20% (1080p)
F1(R) 22: up to 17% (4K)
Far Cry 6: up to 5% (1440p)
Forza Horizon 5: up to 8% (1080P)
Horizon Zero Dawn: Complete Edition: up to 8% (4k)
Red Dead Redemption 2: up to 7% (1080p)
Shadow of the Tomb Raider: up to 5% (1080p)
Tom Clancy’s The Division 2: up to 5% (1080p)
Watch Dogs: Legion: up to 9% (1440p)

You can read on the blog from NVIDIA on this driver update here and more about DLSS here.
Pokdepinion: That performance improvement looks very promising – and it’s been a long time coming since it’s known that AMD usually have much less CPU overhead on its drivers, which affects GPU performance especially on mainstream builds that have limited CPU resources.
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Aerocool latest products is for Gamers and RGB Enthusiasts — Built for enthusiasts, pro-gamers, and casual gamers

Aerocool has announced its latest products for Gamers and RGB Enthusiasts at CES 2017. Displaying three PC gaming systems built for enthusiasts, pro-gamers, and casual gamers. Aerocool showcased its latest product line-up in a short video highlighting the cases, coolers, PSU and gaming chairs.
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CEO of Aerocool, Tony Lin said:
“We’re delivering on the needs of the gaming community – cases, coolers, PSUs and now gaming chairs. Showcasing a complete lineup of our product portfolio for our community and fans across the globe, our products look cool, perform great and are affordable,”.
PC Gaming for All: Enthusiasts | Pro-Gamers | Casual Gamers

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The Enthusiasts system showcases Aerocool Project 7 product line in all its beauty. A tempered glass case and RGB Fans can be controlled by an independent Hub using software. Powered by an RGB PSU and liquid cooled, the RGB system is perfect for those that love a multitude of colors.

The Pro-Gamers system utilizes the latest addition to the Project 7 family, P7-C0 (C-Zero) cooled by Verkho 5, a new air cooler with 5 heat pipes having a TDP of 150W.

The Casual Gamers system makes use of Aerocool’s award-winning Aero series case. Introducing, the Aero 300 with Verkho 4, an air cooler with 4 heat pipes having a TDP of 135W.
Gaming Chairs: AC120 and AC220

Aerocool also revealed two gaming chairs, the AC120 and AC220. Inspired by a racing car design, the two gaming chairs have racing stripes and carbon-fiber look material to enhance the sleek bold lines across the chair. Both chairs can hold up to 330 pounds or 150 kg, can recline 180° fully-flat if the need arises for a power nap and is available in six colors: full black, black/blue, black/white, black/red, black/green, black/orange.
Be Cool Giveaway by Aerocool

Aerocool has partnered with independent artist Maciej Hajnrich aka Valp and ThunderX3 allowing every individual to download an exclusive wallpaper to share their own cool gaming setups. Every participant stands a chance to win the latest Aerocool chair and PC peripherals sponsored by ThunderX3. To download this exclusive wallpaper or to participate in the giveaway, please click here.
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#PokdePicks Best Laptops of 2022

After reviewing so many laptops this year, we are finally going to announce what we believe is the best laptops of 2022. Without further ado, let’s dive right into it.
#PokdePicks Best Laptops of 2022
Acer Swift 5 (2022)

The Acer Swift 5 (2022) is an ultraportable productivity laptop powered by the Intel Core i7-1260p with Intel Iris Xe graphics. At just 1.2kg, it brings reliable performance with all-day battery life without any thermal issues. The only thing you’d have to be wary about is the glary screen and somewhat slippery keyboard but if you don’t need a 2-in-1, this will serve you well.

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It’s an excellent laptop but it’s not meant for everyone. It depends on the person as some issues will not be apparent to everyone. If you’re looking for an ultraportable laptop with good performance and versatility, this should definitely be considered, especially if you can afford its asking price of RM6,599.
Check out our review of the Acer Swift 5 (2022) by clicking right here.
ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED

The natural rival to our previous pick, the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED is also another 14-inch ultraportable laptop powered by the Intel Core i7-1260p with Intel Iris Xe graphics. Coming in at a slightly heavier 1.39kg, this one sets itself apart from the competition with its beautiful OLED display, ErgoLift hinge, and ASUS NumberPad 2.0 for added convenience. Apart from that, you can also expect reliable performance and decent battery life.

It’s a pretty solid ultraportable productivity laptop that can serve anyone well. The few reasons it might turn some people away is if they need touchscreen support, a more powerful machine for rendering / heavy video editing, or they can’t stomach its asking price of RM5,599. If none of these are applicable to you, then this will definitely serve you well.
Check out our review of the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED by clicking right here.
GIGABYTE AORUS 17
GIGABYTE AORUS 17 XE4 Review – Guess whose eyes are those?
The GIGABYTE AORUS 17 comes in a number of variants which will differ in its use of RAM (DDR4 and DDR5) and storage. The one we tried is powered by the Intel Core i7-12700H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti. It packs quite a bit of punch with good memory configurations and, to our surprise, no thermal throttling. With a design that shies away from the over-the-top gamer aesthetic, you’d be surprised that this has a 360Hz refresh rate display.
GIGABYTE AORUS 17 XE4 Review – Per-key RGB
It is a great gaming laptop but whether it works for you is dependent on your needs for one, especially given its price tag of RM15,999. If you’re a more competitive gamer, you will benefit from high performance and the 360Hz refresh rate. For the more casual folk, you might be better off with a smaller, more energy-efficient one with a higher resolution display.
Check out our review of the GIGABYTE AORUS 17 by clicking right here.
ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (2022)

Arguably one of the best gaming laptops to launch this year, the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (2022) features the Intel Core i9-12900H with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, packing more of a punch that rivals desktop gaming PCs. Together with a display fit for professionals, fantastic thermals, excellent quad-speaker setup, and a sleek design with plenty of RGB lighting to boot, it’s one that is hard to say no to.
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That is of course unless a 17-inch laptop is too big for you and its asking price of RM16,999 is too much. You do get what you pay for however, and if you are looking for a desktop-class gaming machine that is still compact enough to slip into a backpack, this is it.
Check out our review of the ASUS ROG Strix SCAR 17 (2022) by clicking right here.
HONOR MagicBook X 16

On its own, the HONOR MagicBook X 16 doesn’t seem all too impressive of a laptop, especially considering the rest of our picks. With an Intel Core i5-1235U, Intel Iris Xe graphics, 8GB LPDDR4X RAM, and 512GB NVMe PCIe 4.0 SSD, it seems a bit underwhelming. However, it is an ultraportable with a slightly larger 16-inch display so you can see more, and it’s still easy to bring around as its just 17.9mm thin and weighs 1.75kg.

What makes it great is its asking price of RM3,499, making it a laptop with a high value proposition, especially for a 16-inch laptop, and it gets even more attractive if you’re an HONOR or HUAWEI smartphone user with the Magic-link feature. You might be lucky enough to get a bit of discount for it by now but to really make full use of it, I recommend upgrading the RAM to at least 16GBs as soon as you get it.
Check out our review of the HONOR MagicBook X 16 by clicking right here.
And that’s all for our picks of the best laptops of 2022. None of these are necessarily better than the other as everyone’s use case and needs for a laptop is different. We believe that any of these will be able to serve you well. If you feel like we missed out on anything, make sure to drop a comment and let us know.
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Genshin Impact Player Charts Most Popular Characters Based on YouTube Views

Curious about the most popular Genshin Impact characters? A fan-made chart based on YouTube views reveal the characters from each region.
Genshin Impact: The Surprise Popularity of Tighnari

Genshin Impact, the popular action role-playing game, continues to expand its roster of playable characters with each update. The recent 3.5 update brought the new five-star character Dehya, who has already gained a considerable fan following. However, a recent chart created by a Genshin Impact player reveals some surprising statistics about the game’s most popular characters.

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Reddit user PeachJellyPudding created a chart that shows the most popular characters in Genshin Impact based on the number of YouTube views on their demo videos. The chart categorizes the characters by region, with the most popular characters from each region being represented.
According to the chart, the most popular character in the game is the Geo Archon Zhongli, who was introduced in update 1.1 in 2020. Zhongli is the oldest out of the Seven Genshin Impact Archons, and he is known for his flexibility on the field. His ability to create the strongest shield in the game makes him a popular choice for many team compositions.

The chart also reveals that the most popular Mondstadt character is the Cryo user Eula, who was introduced in version 1.6. Eula is a fan favorite and holds the record for the highest recorded damage number in the game. She deals Physical damage, which gives her more flexibility when choosing the right team composition.

Interestingly, the most popular Inazuma character is the Anemo support Kaedehara Kazuha, not Raiden Shogun, as many players expected. Kazuha is one of the strongest supports in the game, and his popularity is supported by recent Spiral Abyss usage charts.

The chart also shows that Tighnari is the most popular character in Sumeru, which is a surprise to many fans. Tighnari was part of the first Sumeru update, which introduced the new Dendro element. Since then, he has joined the less popular Standard Banner, and it is unlikely that he will be featured on another Limited Character Banner in the future.
Overall, the chart provides an interesting look at the most popular characters in Genshin Impact based on YouTube views. With the game continuing to grow and expand, it will be interesting to see how the popularity of each character evolves over time.
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Pokdepinion: Just when I thought I knew the community well, it continues to surprise me. Sure, a good number of them are rather obvious but I’m quite surprised by some of them.
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OPPO A96 Review – Glowing with Practicality

Unboxing the OPPO A96
OPPO A96 Review – Box

The box of the OPPO A96 is clad in light blue with a large “A” on it, denoting the series that the smartphone belongs to. On the top-left corner, you have the memory configuration of the device, which states 8GB / 256GB, the former for RAM and the latter for internal storage. Behind it, you have more key details and features of the device listed here.
OPPO A96 Review – Box content
Inside the box, you can find the following items:

Quick guide
Safety guide
33W SUPERVOOC charger
USB-C to USB-C cable
Clear protective case
SIM ejector tool
The OPPO A96 smartphone itself

Appearance
OPPO A96 Review – Front
When you first look and hold it, the OPPO A96 looks to be on the smaller side as it’s to hold with one hand. However, it has a relatively large 6.59-inch Full HD+ IPS LCD display with a punchhole cutout for the selfie camera on the top-left corner. Bezels are quite thin on all sides with the exception of the bottom, so it looks like it’s sporting a bit of a chin as a result.

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OPPO A96 Review – Sides
On the left side, you have the SIM tray slot and volume rocker. As for the right side, you have a power button which also doubles as a fingerprint scanner. There’s nothing to be found at the top but on the bottom, you can find a speaker grille, USB-C port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
OPPO A96 Review – Rear
Flipping it over to the rear, you can see that we have the Starry Black colour variant for our review unit. The rear may look like it’s rough but it’s genuinely smooth to the touch. The great part here is that it’s not a fingerprint magnet, which is a major plus point. The clear protective case however does attract fingerprints, but it’s still great that they included that in the box. You can see the dual camera setup on the top-left corner, with a slight protrusion, and the OPPO logo on the bottom-right corner.
Overall, the OPPO A96 is certainly a good looking device with a build quality that seems to be above its price point. Personally, the Pearl Pink looks better but if you want something more low-key instead of one that really stands out, Starry Black will do the trick. Personally, I would like for them to make the bottom bezel smaller to eliminate the chin situation but it’s far from a dealbreaker so I can still accept it.
Specifications

Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 680
4 x Kryo 265 Gold @ 2.4GHz + 4 x Kryo 265 Silver @ 1.8GHz
6nm

GPU
Adreno 610

RAM
8GB

Connectivity
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE, and aptX HD
USB Type-C
GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS
4G LTE

Storage
256GB UFS 2.2
Up to 1TB expandable storage (MicroSD)

Display
6.59″ FHD+ (1080 x 2412) IPS LCD Display
Up to 90Hz Refresh Rate, 180Hz touch sampling
96% NTSC, 90.8% screen-to-body ratio

Rear Camera
50MP f/1.8 wide angle camera, 5x digital zoom
2MP f/2.4 bokeh camera

Selfie Camera
16MP f/2.0 wide-angle selfie cam

Battery
5000mAh
33W SUPERVOOC Fast Charging

OS
ColorOS 11.1
Android 11

Dimensions
164.4 x 75.7 x 8.4 mm, 190.9g

Colours
Starry Black, Pearl Pink

Ingress Protection
IP54

Performance
OPPO A96 Review – Antutu V9
Starting off our OPPO A96 review benchmark suite, the score achieved in Antutu v9 is decent given that the Snapdragon 680 is a midrange chip. It’s definitely far from flagship performance but it’s still practical.
OPPO A96 Review – Geekbench 5
As for Geekbench 5, the OPPO A96 shows performance levels about on par for a midrange device, very close to matching with the Snapdragon 700-series chips as far as CPU performance is concerned.
OPPO A96 Review – 3DMark
Moving on to 3DMark, this is where the OPPO A96 show signs of weakness. Graphical performance is the area it’s lacking, and it’s also where you can see a clearer distinction with the Snapdragon 700-series chips, which would be comparable as both are midrange chips.
OPPO A96 Review – PCMark Work 3.0
As for PCMark’s Work 3.0 benchmark, the OPPO A96 performed surprisingly well. It actually exceeded a Snapdragon 730G device, and is noticeably higher than a good number of Snapdragon 600-series devices in our list of benchmarked devices. This is an indication of the smartphone’s capability for day-to-day use.
OPPO A96 Review – Battery endurance test
Lastly for battery life, the OPPO A96 shines very bright here as it managed to last 13 hours and 2 minutes (782 minutes) in the PCMark Work 3.0 endurance test. This is with the optimal refresh rate setting enabled, which will automatically switch between 90Hz and 60Hz, which is why we only ran this test once. For charging speed, I personally feel that it could be better, but here are the results with the 33W SUPERVOOC charger from 2% battery life:

15 minutes = 33% battery life
30 minutes = 59% battery life
1 hour = 91% battery life
Full charge = 1 hour 14 minutes

As for real life use, I can easily get 2 full days with this device, sometimes 2 and a half if I’m being more frugal. I’m a light-to-medium user who’s mostly on social media, with quite a bit of texting and less than 15 minutes of calls on a daily basis. The OPPO A96 does have some measures to get more battery life, such as Sleep Standby Optimization, Power Saving mode when it your device reaches a certain battery percentage and more. From my experience, it does help quite a bit, but of course, it will die faster the more you use it.
Looking for something that can yield better performance? Check out our OPPO Reno7 Pro review by clicking right here.
User Experience
OPPO A96 Review – Display
The OPPO A96 uses a 6.59-inch FHD+ Colour-rich Punchhole display with refresh rate 90Hz. The bezels are thin, with the exception of the bottom one which gives it a bit of a chin, and it’s capable of displaying relatively punchy colours with good dynamic range and contrast. The punchhole camera cutout is on the top-left corner so it’s less disruptive, and it’s bright enough to be used under direct sunlight with ease.
OPPO A96 Review – SIM card tray
One thing I really like about the OPPO A96 is the design. It’s smooth, doesn’t get dirty easily, and it looks pretty good on its own. Subjectively, I’m a bigger fan of Pearl Pink but that might stand out too much for some people. The build quality isn’t close to flagship devices but it’s still pretty good as it doesn’t feel like it’s made of cheap plastic. The added bonus of having a clear protective case included is a plus point but I would rather not use it since that smudges way too easily.
OPPO A96 Review – ColorOS 11.1 UI
The OPPO A96 is running ColorOS 11.1 based on Android 11. By default, there is no app drawer so everything will be listed in the Home Menu by continuously swiping to the right. If you prefer having the usual app drawer, you can easily enable that via Settings. Generally, it’s user-friendly and versatile to cater to users’ preferences. While it runs very smooth for the most part, the ability to add up to 5GB of virtual RAM in case it runs out of memory is the cherry on top for a good user experience.
In case you are wondering, the fingerprint scanner is located on the power button itself, giving it a dual-use purpose. It’s certainly one of the better ones around as it works very fast and reliably as well. Personally, I’d rather have this over under-display types but there’s no denying that the latter has seen significant improvements. Regardless, you get to keep the OPPO A96 secure without sacrificing on convenience.
Camera
OPPO A96 Review – Camera UI
The native camera UI on the OPPO A96 seems to be your run of the mill Android shooter experience. You can change shooting modes by swiping left and right, the last one will contain even more modes that you can put as its own quick access tab, adjust AI settings, and more. Generally, it’s straightforward and easy to use but for those who prefer more controls, there’s always the good ol’ Pro Mode for you.

As for camera quality, the OPPO A96 can do a decent job overall but it’s very dependent on lighting. When lighting is good, you get relatively good results with good details but colours look a little washed out. Portrait shots are a bit of a hit and miss, and it would outright refuse to capture if there isn’t an adequate amount of light. When it does work, it manages to separate the subject from the background well, though the softening effect seems rather noticeable here. Selfies are pretty much on par for a product at this price.
OPPO A96 Verdict
OPPO A96 Review
For those of you who are looking for a practical, affordable smartphone for everyday use, the OPPO A96 can easily fit that bill, especially given its affordable RM1,299 price tag. There’s nothing outright bad about the device, just a matter of whether you really need extras here and there or not (like better cameras or graphical performance), and it has good looks to boot. At the end of our OPPO A96 review, I award this smartphone with our Silver Pokdeward.

Big thanks to OPPO Malaysia for sending us this smartphone for the purpose of this review.
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Bilibili Wants You to Join Their Professional Creator Program!

Calling all creators: Bilibili wants you to be a part of their Creator Program and you’ll get a chance to win US$300 in prizes, and more!
The program has achieved inaugural success in Indonesia mid-June, with 2,000 participants submitting a total of 10,000 video submissions. Now, the program is focusing on Malaysia and Singapore in its latest wave of expansions in Southeast Asia, with submissions deadline set to 22 September 2022. Your content must achieve at least 100 video views to be eligible in this contest.

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Creators can receive the full support of Bilibili’s resources such as monetary rewards, creator advice, account support and publicity boosts.
For more details and rules, click here.
Pokdepinion: If you have something unique to show the world, why not join this program?
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foodpanda To Still Operate And Introduce Contactless Delivery

With concerns growing around the Movement Control Order here in Malaysia on where people will get their food, foodpanda has revealed that they will still continue to deliver food. They will also be launching a contact-less delivery starting from tomorrow, 18th of March 2020.
foodpanda Contactless Delivery

The feature will enable both customers as well as riders to opt for a contactless delivery. To do so, you can simply follow these steps:
Place an order and opt for online paymentGo to the rider chat function on the foodpanda app and inform the rider/customer that you want a contactless deliveryFood will be placed at the designated drop off spot at the customers’ home or officeRider will notify customers that food has arrived via the rider chat function on the app or call1 meter distance will be maintained between rider and customerCustomer to verify the delivery
foodpanda has advised customers to go with online payment to reduce the human interactions to a minimum.

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Pokdepinion: This is definitely something that’s welcomed.. With all the panic shopping going around, at least there’s still option on where you can get your food (plus that contactless delivery too!)
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Kamasylvia Part 2 Expansion Coming to Black Desert Online; And It’s FREE!

It would seem that another expansion is coming to popular MMORPG Black Desert Online called Kamasylvia Part 2. The best thing about it is that it’s FREE!
Are you a fan of MMORPGs? Have you been stuck playing Black Desert Online and found yourself addicted to the game? Well, we’re gonna give you another reason to stick around in the game. A brand new expansion is coming to the game called Kamasylvia Part 2: The Healing Light, and it’s free!

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Kamasylvia Part 2 Expansion for Black Desert Online

Black Desert Online is already a massive game, graced by one of the biggest and richest open worlds in the genre, and it’s getting even bigger on Wednesday, November 15th 2017.
The new expansion, named Kamasylvia Part 2: The Healing Light, will complete the lands of the elves in the south-west part of the map, including the capital Grána, and new leveling spots like Polly Forest, Loopy Tree Forest, Tooth Fairy Forest, and Gyfin Rhasia Temple.
There will also be over 100 story-driven quests, a new wagon and the new unicorn mount named Diné. Interestingly, we’ll also get more insight into the background of the two elven classes in Black Desert, the ranger and the dark knight. The update will, of course, remain completely free for anyone who purchased the game.
Black Desert Online is currently available for PC, and will be released for Xbox One next year. A PlayStation 4 version was also teased, but no further information has been shared about it as of late. Last, but not least, the title is also coming for mobile platforms. Unfortunately, that’s the only information we have and a release date is still unknown at this point in time.
For more information on Black Desert Online and Kamasylvia Part 2: The Healing Light, click here to find out.

Pokdepinion: As if the game didn’t have enough to do already, now they’re bringing in Kamasylvia Part 2 expansion for free. Well, goodbye world, I’ll be glued to my PC playing games for the foreseeable future.
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HP unleashes HP Pavillion Gaming — NVIDIA GTX inside

Gaming on laptop is becoming more and more viable since NVIDIA has narrowed the gap between mobile GPUs and desktop graphics cards. HP is joining the party with a new gaming laptop, the HP Pavilion Gaming. At the moment there’s not much we can talk about it but it looks like HP is going to offer some hardware customization options.

But the first thing we notice that the HP Pavilion Gaming is packing a NVIDIA GTX 950M GPU, but we don’t know what kind of VRAM it will be paired with. The HP Pavilion Gaming should also be equipped with the latest Intel 6th-gen Skylake processor. Displaying all the pixels pushed by the GPU will be a rather pixel-starved 1366×768 15.6 inch screen, but luckily we will be provided with an option of upgrading to a FHD display. The NVIDIA GTX 950M should be quite sufficient for those resolutions.

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Solid state storage is an optional upgrade since the HP Pavilion Gaming comes standard with a conventional hard drive. Memory configurations of up to 16GB is supported but will most probably come with 4GB or 8GB as the default configuration. Making most of the noise on the HP Pavilion Gaming are Bang & Olufsen speakers. The HP Pavillion Gaming will come with preloaded Windows 10.

The laptop weighs about 2.6KG and has a thickness of about 28.8mm. The starting price is USD 629 (around MYR 2700) with three variants. It will be launched in this November with more details, including price and configuration.

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Pokdepinion : HP is well-known as one of the bigger PC manufacturers, and with the announcement of this new gaming laptop series we can tell HP is hungry for more. A Nvidia GTX 950M on a 1366x768p display is a good choice, it should good enough to power up most game on that resolution, and 768p can look quite good in 15.6 inches, given that it is a good panel.
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Mozilla Firefox Soon To Come With Premium Subscription

It seems like Mozilla will be introducing an online subscription service for their Firefox browser that will feature services such as VPN and cloud storage. The detail was revealed in an interview with t3n.
Despite the news, only small details has been revealed about the service. The online subscription is reported to come this October. Regarding on why they are introducing the service, well it seems like Mozilla is looking for an alternate way of making revenue. Mozilla has said that they don’t want to rely too heavily on search companies that pay to be featured in their browser.
Mozilla has given assurance to their users that existing Firefox features will remain the same as they shift to the new subscription service. Dave Camp, senior vice president of Firefox has said “A high-performing, free and private-by-default- Firefox browser will continue to be central to our core service offerings”.

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Pokdepinion: I understand the VPN part, but cloud storage? I wonder how will the package be like and how much they are pricing it. Guess we’ll need to wait till October to find out (or maybe sooner?).
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AMD Ryzen 9 5900 and Ryzen 7 5800 to arrive as more affordable Zen 3 options?

While it might be nigh impossible to get your hands on an AMD Ryzen 5000 series processor right now, AMD still has a few new SKUs up their sleeves. AMD is reportedly preparing the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 and Ryzen 7 5800 for launch.

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These are the non-X variants of the AMD Ryzen 9 5900X and Ryzen 7 5800X, with most of the specifications kept the same except the clocks. The maximum boost clocks have been dropped by a mere 100MHz, so we should still be seeing the same 105W TDP for the AMD Ryzen 9 5900 and Ryzen 7 5800 as their X-counterparts.
The AMD Ryzen 9 5900 is set to be a 12-core processor, while the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 is going to be an 8-core one. With the same amount of cores and cache as their X-rated brethren, it will be interesting to see how AMD will position these SKUs in their product stack.

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There’s a very good possibility that AMD will not make these two SKUs available to enthusiasts though, instead only offering them to OEMs to integrate into their systems. AMD has previously released an AMD Ryzen 9 3900 that was only available to OEMs, with a lower TDP and accompanying lower clocks.
No launch date has been revealed yet, but with CES 2021 just around the corner, AMD might reveal a bit more about the AMD Ryzen 7 5800 and Ryzen 9 5900.
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Pokdepinion: Where’s the Ryzen 7 5700X?
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Here Are 2018’s Most Popular Youtube Ads In Malaysia (So Far)

While some of us just hate ads, which includes me by the way, there are still several that still attracts the attention of the viewers. Want to know more on what makes the list on the top Youtube ads in Malaysia so far? Well here’s the list according to Google.
2018’s Most Popular Youtube Ads In Malaysia
So how exactly do you make it to the chart on most popular Youtube ads? It seems that the list is almost completely dominated by seasonal ads, capturing moments from two of Malaysian’s festive celebrations, Hari Raya Aidilfitri and the Lunar New Year.
The listed videos weren’t too short, and not too long. Ranging from 30-seconds ads and into the double-digit mark, it gave brands to tell more compelling stories while still capturing the attention of viewers.

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So enough talk, here is the full list of most popular Youtube Ads in Malaysia, so far.
#1 Gaya Raya Paling Ori – Filem Pendek Astro Raya 2018

#2 陈颖恩×谢少唐×古洁縈《春天有个梦想》

#3 Geng Sakat Raya (Yakult Raya 2018)

#4 Samsung – Raya Last Minit

#5 KFC Raya 2018 : Dendam Adam

#6 TNB Raya 2018 – Rumah Epik Fantastik

#7 #PETRONAS CNY 2018: A Long Way Home

#8 Maxis CNY 2018 – It’s Time To HuatAR

#9 No rice where can?

#10 5 Sekawan Selamanya – Chinese New Year Short Film By Celcom

Certainly as days goes by, the quality and creativity of our videos here in the country gets better by the moment. Want to know some facts on Youtube? Well globally there are 1.5 billion people that login into Youtube every single month. On aggregate, 1 billion hours of video is watched on Youtube each day. Seeing how big the platform is, no wonder people are using the site to get their videos and ideas around. Here’s to more quality videos in the future!
Pokdepinion: Good to see that our local content creators are getting better and better. I can’t wait to see what’s on offer next year!
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EMUI 9.1 And Magic UI 2.1 Coming Soon To Select HONOR Smartphones

Just shortly after their 5th anniversary of being here in Malaysia, HONOR has announced the updates for Magic UI 2.1 is now available for the HONOR View20. As for EMUI 9.1 updates, it will be available for a handful of HONOR devices in August, with the HONOR 9 Lite already rolling out the new upgrade.
While their sister company, HUAWEI, revealed previously that their Mate 20 series would be getting the EMUI 9.1 update, it is now HONOR’s turn to unveil which devices that’s available for the new firmware update.
It will bring in EROFS (Extendable Read-Only file system) to improve the read and write performance of flash memory with a 20% increase of read speed. 25 mobile games in the market will be compatible thanks to GPU Turbo 3.0. Probably the biggest highlight of the update is its ability to reduce SoC power consumption by up to 10%.

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The EMUI 9.1 update will be available for the HONOR 7X, HONOR 8X, HONOR View 10, HONOR 10 Lite, HONOR 20 Lite, HONOR Play, HONOR 10, and HONOR 8 Pro. Despite the announcement, an exact date of roll out for each device is yet to be confirmed.
Pokdepinion: Nice to see that a host of HONOR devices are getting some love from the company. Is your phone on the list?
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[CES2018] Kingston Unveil New 7 in 1 USB Type C Hub; Specially Made For Mac!

At this year’s CES 2018, Kingston has unveiled their latest product, which features the Nucleum and DCU1000.
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Kingston Nucleum
Introducing the Kingston Nucleum, a 7-1 Type-C media hub that extends functionality of newer MacBooks, which have a limited number of USB Type-C ports that will be available later this year in selective regions, simply put it’s ideal for Macs (lol). It will join Bolt, the USB Flash drive that expands iPhone and iPad storage, as part of their mobile lifestyle line. Providing a real value to Macbook users who wants to expand their system port selection.
Design wise, Kingston has done a good job in getting the Nucleum looking like it was made for the Macbook with a sleek black and silver styling that reminds most of us of Apple laptop.

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It is backed by a two-year warranty, free live technical support and Kingston assurance.
Kingston DCU1000
Up next, is Kingston’s new DCU1000. It is a multi-drive PCIe NVMe U.2 SSD in a 10-bay 1U rack-mount server that shows the ability to scale and achieve ultra-high performance as U.2 server bays enter the mainstream market this year.
A total of 40 physical SSDs are attached to the 10-bay demo. In addition, at the conference, the DCU1000 and DCP1000 NVMe demoed showed playback, editing and color grading of 8K RED Raw and 4K 16-bit float EXR footage in real-time.
Besides these two, they showcased the upcoming UV500 SATA SSD family (2.5″, M.2, and mSATA) featuring 3D NAND, self-encryption and TCG Opal enabled.
In addition, they also previewed the entry-level and forthcoming A1000 M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD that shows consumers the benefits of PCIe performance over SATA.
Pokdepinion: So, if you are a Mac user, get that Nucleum to get the best out of your system. Well, that’s if you have the budget for it, and so far we haven’t got the exact figure on how much it will be priced at. So, waiting game it is.

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Back in October, we got our first look at the design of Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra. New renders of the upcoming Galaxy Tab S8 series have now surfaced, courtesy of veteran leaker Evan Blass.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra Leaks Show New iPad Pro Rival

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As we all know by now, Samsung is expected to launch the successor to their flagship series of tablets in 2022, and they’re looking to put up a serious fight to the market. The latest leak, courtesy of the infamous Evan Blass, shows the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra alongside the Plus and base variants.
It appears that the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra will be rather special with a “fresh” design that is said to be thanks to the slimmest bezels on a tablet ever, making it more in line with modern smartphones. Most notably, there is a notch on the top bezel which will house two camera sensors; one for secure face unlock and the other for video recording up to 4K.
Apart from that, it’s said to come with a large 14.6-inch display with adaptive refresh rate support and powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip. The other two variants are expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 888 chipset instead. The Ultra is specifically expected to support S Pen support, has a quad-speaker setup, and has a whopping 11,500mAh battery capacity.
For now, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is expected to launch sometime in the first half of 2022 alongside the base and plus variants. Rumors are suggesting that it may launch around the same time as the Samsung Galaxy S22 series but we can’t confirm that for now. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Now that’s what I call a true laptop replacement. Sure, it’s going to be hard to move away from a traditional Windows laptop given compatible software but Samsung is really bringing the fight with this one. The notch, while not a fan favorite, seems practical and forgivable to me if it can really do 4K video recording.
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ASUS ROG Ranger 2-in-1 Backpack: How Much Stuff Can You Fit Inside?

We got our hands on the ASUS ROG Ranger 2-in-1 backpack. As many of you may know, it is a rather large backpack and can easily accommodate a couple of 17.3-inch laptops and plenty of gaming peripherals inside without issues.
While a simple review for a bag might not sound quite enticing, we decided to do a video to show how much stuff we can put inside the ASUS ROG Ranger 2-in-1 backpack. Well, you can consider the first half as serious, while the second half is just for comedic relief.
Either way, if you are interested in getting this gaming backpack yourself, perhaps the video will give you a great look as we do show it in its entirety. For Malaysia, it is currently retailing for RM499. If you’re lucky, you may be able to find a brand new one at a lower price in some stores and online. If you’re in other regions, do consult with your local ASUS official stores and authorized resellers for availability and pricing.

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COLORFUL Introduces Three B760 Series Motherboards

Including two in mATX and one in mITX form factor.

First is the CNV B760M FROZEN WIFI D5 – as the leading model for the B760 lineup, this motherboard gets upsized VRM heatsinks for greater cooling. VRM is courtesy of 12+1 phases with 55A per powerstage; expansion slots include a single PCIe 5.0 x16 GPU slot and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots for SSDs. Though, the Wi-Fi remains on Wi-Fi 6 instead of 6E on the contemporary models from other brands.

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Next up is the downsized CVN B760I FROZEN WIFI. This DDR4-based platform is fairly limited on power with just a 7+1+1 VRM powerstage design and at just 30A each. As the mITX board, it only features 2 DIMM slots, a single PCIe 5.0 x16 slot, and two M.2 slots running on PCIe 4.0 protocol.

Finally comes the entry-level BATTLE-AX B760M-F PRO: also a DDR4 mATX motherboard, power is managed by 8+1 powerstage, rated for 30A each; two DIMM slots with max. 64GB support; GPU slot is rated for PCIe 4.0 and the same applies to two onboard M.2 slots. Unlike the other two models, which uses 2.5GbE LAN, this model will use a GbE LAN courtesy of Realtek.
All three models are currently shipping in Q1 2023 – though the company didn’t mention detailed pricing on these motherboards.
Pokdepinion: Given the VRM specs, pretty sure K-series CPUs are out of the question for the bottom two models.
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AirAsia Xpress Instant Delivery Service Officially Launched

Looks like fast delivery service in Malaysia will see a new contender as the AirAsia Xpress Instant Delivery service has been launched. Here’s what you need to know.
AirAsia Xpress Instant Delivery Service Launched

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The AirAsia Xpress Instant Delivery service is now available in Malaysia. It will not be a standalone app however as it’s part of their company’s super app on Android and iOS, under Xpress, so you will need to make use of the app to use the new service.
For now, the AirAsia Xpress Instant Delivery service is only available in Klang Valley, Melaka, Johor Bahru, Kota Bharu, Penang, Ipoh, and Kota Kinabalu. They are expected to expand to Sabah, Sarawak, Terengganu, Negeri Sembilan, Kedah, and the rest of the country in the future, but no word on when that will be happening.
What sets it apart from the other delivery services is that they plan on giving the ability to send parcels to any city, state, and any Asian country (including Australia) within 24 hours. It was mentioned that there are plans to expand to other Southeast Asian countries by either Q2 or Q3 2022.
In case you’re wondering, the rates start at RM4 and are dependent on the distance for the delivery. You have the option of either instant delivery or same-day delivery, the latter of which will take anywhere between 2 to 6 hours. As for the mode of delivery, it will either be by car or motorcycle.
The AirAsia Xpress Instant Delivery service will be available everyday from 10AM to 9PM. To celebrate the launch of the new delivery service, users can get free instant delivery until 25th November 2021, up to RM10.
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Pokdepinion: I see no harm in giving it a try, especially since it’s free today. If they can truly expand to the levels that they plan to, it will be amazing, though I can imagine it being very expensive.
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Tronsmart Element T6 Mini Review — Small, Portable, Yet Surprisingly Loud

In this review, we take a look at the Tronsmart Element T6 Mini, a portable version of its larger T6 brethren. Will it impress? Let’s jump straight into the review.
Unboxing the Tronsmart Element T6 Mini

Inside the packaging, you will find the following items:
The speaker itselfUser manualWarranty cardUSB-C to USB-A charging cableAuxiliary cableShoelace
Appearance

As you can tell by its name, the Element T6 Mini comes in a compact form factor at just 5-inches tall. It’s wrapped around in a fabric weave with a rubberized top. It’s essentially just as wide as its sibling, with the key difference here being the height.

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It comes with water resistance, so you’re assured of some protection when you go and travel with the speaker (we wouldn’t recommend submerging it in water though).

At the back, you’ll find the rubber enclosure which hides the USB port, auxiliary port, and a microSD slot which sits above the previous two ports. It looks like a simple gadget so it’s not meant for a fashion statement. It’s definitely not one that will look odd wherever you bring, just in case it’s something you’re worried about.
Tronsmart Element T6 Mini Specifications
DriversN/AFrequency Response20Hz – 16,000HzSensitivityN/AImpedanceN/AConnectionBluetooth 5.0Wireless RangeUp to 30mBattery2,500mAh (up to 24 hours)Weight560 gramColourBlack
User Experience
Pairing

Setting up and pairing the speaker is pretty standard. You just need to power it up and find the speaker on your smartphone using Bluetooth. When paired, you can use it to accept calls without directly interacting with your smartphone. The call quality was decent and we had no problems in communicating with the built-in microphone.
You can also use it with your PlayStation 4 via the auxiliary input to the DualShock 4 controller. My only complaint is the length of the cables. It would be more versatile had the cable length been longer.
As you can see, there are four buttons on the speaker; Power, Volume Down, Play / Pause, and Volume Up. Pretty straightforward. The thing that I didn’t like about them however is the fact that you need to some force to press them. Not much of a complaint, but it’s a minor hassle that people should know of.
 Sound

The Tronsmart Element T6 Mini’s 15W power has decent volume to blast in a large but quiet living room. Its audio quality is clear and it offers a clean treble. There was no problem in hearing all the musical instruments in songs. Despite its size, the bass is surprisingly good. Of course you can’t say it’s the best, but for a speaker of its size, it’s powerful.
We even tested it out for gaming on PlayStation 4 and it has good audio clarity. If you play first-person shooters like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, footsteps in the game was clear and noticeable, which is a good thing. Explosions in the game also comes with a bang, which helps for immersion.
Battery Life

Tronsmart claims that the Element T6 Mini can last up to 24 hours on 50% volume and we can’t argue with them. Then again, who would play non-stop music for a whole day right? Even if you would, your smartphone probably wouldn’t last as long as the speaker itself. The battery certainly lasts long, even with the smaller 2,500mAh battery compared to its sibling.
As for the amount of time that’s needed to charge it up, well I found that it needs roughly 3 hours for a full charge, which isn’t bad seeing how long it can last.
Tronsmart Element T6 Mini Verdict

Portable Bluetooth speakers are probably not on the wishlist of most consumers but if you are indeed on the lookout for one, the Tronsmart Element T6 Mini is a great choice. For the price of RM149, it certainly is an attractive option if you’re looking for a portable speaker that can last long.
They are also offering the speaker at a promo price of RM119 at their official store (at the time of this writing). It’s certainly offers good value for money. And with that, we award the Tronsmart Element T6 Mini with our Silver Pokdeward.

Big thanks to Tronsmart for providing the Tronsmart Element T6 Mini that was used in this review.
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First look at the HONOR View20 — a beautiful view

The HONOR View20 has just been recently launched in China, but it has yet to arrive in global markets. The global launch is on 20th January, but we had the opportunity to get up close and personal with several units of the HONOR View20.
In-screen camera

As the units we got to touch weren’t exactly running final production software, so we refrained from doing any form of tests on the devices. Instead we spent most of our time taking a closer look at the design. Especially the 25MP front facing camera. The HONOR View20 sports the new in-screen camera design, so it was probably the most interesting part of the device.

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It actually looks a lot better than the Samsung Galaxy A8s, as the camera is positioned much nearer the edge of the display, and sits in a smaller hole than what the Galaxy A8s has. Overall it does look pretty unobtrusive, and might actually be a good alternative to notches, despite our initial doubts.
48MP rear camera + 3D TOF sensor

Instead of simply slapping more and more cameras into the device, HONOR decided to use just one 48MP f/1.8 rear camera for the HONOR View20, aided by a 3D TOF sensor for additional features. The 48MP sensor is none other than the Sony IMX 586, which allows for impressive detail in good lighting, and also high sensitivity with low noise with its Quad Bayer color filter, for an effective pixel pitch of 1.6μm. Our initial impressions are quite positive, but we will not be passing any judgement now.

The 3D TOF camera is perhaps a bit more gimmicky. It is used for 3D shaping to slim down your wider friends more realistically, or even to play some games. For games, it works like a Kinect, tracking your movements in the real world and reflecting it in the game.
Nanoscale back

The HONOR View20 will be available in four colors. We have received news that three colors will be arriving in Malaysia. We did get our hands on three colors, but HONOR Malaysia’s representatives did not confirm whether these are the colors we will be receiving. So we have here the Midnight Black, Sapphire Blue and Phantom Blue colors. The Phantom Red color option wasn’t available for us to check out, and we believe that would probably be the most anticipated one? So the cool V patterns you see are applied via photolithography. Apparently forming the patterns here are a lot of tiny spots, giving it a unique gradient under the glass.

NINE cooling system

The HONOR View20 features the Kirin 980 chipset, which is one of the strongest chipsets in the market. HONOR ups the ante by putting it under their NINE cooling system, promising up to 10°C lower temperatures when gaming for sustained performance. Speaking of sustained performance, there is a 4000 mAh battery which comes with HONOR SuperCharge, providing enough juice to game for hours.
But there’s more…

Aside from these highlight features, there are a multitude of features that is designed to enhance your user experience. For starters, HONOR retains the 3.5mm jack, with it at the top of the device. There’s also an IR transmitter. If you are wondering, the other black spot is for NFC. Why in the world does the HONOR View20 need a cutout for NFC is definitely a mystery.

Over on the bottom you find the USB-C port, which interestingly is going to support up to USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 Gbps) speeds. Faster speeds are always welcome, especially when you are going to transfer 48MP images.

So that’s it for our brief hands-on with the HONOR View20. We have yet to receive any information regarding pricing, but we will be sure to update you as soon as we get our hands on that info. We will be getting the device for our in-depth review soon, so stay tuned!
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Octopath Traveler Review – The Best Switch JRPG is Now On PC

Octopath Traveler Review
What is Octopath Traveler About?

Set in the land of Orsterra, there exists a group known as the Order of the Sacred Flame. They believed their world was created by thirteen deities before twelve were forced to seal the fallen god Galdera, who refused to relinquish their creation, within the afterworld that can only be accessed through the sealed Gate of Finis.

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Gamers take on the role of eight different characters, each with their own unique skills and quests which eventually intertwine in the grand scheme of things. At the start, gamers can choose any of the eight characters and the chosen one will act as the primary protagonist of their gameplay. To complete the game, you have to recruit every single one of them and complete their stories.
When all character quests have been completed, gamers will be thrusted straight into the epilogue section of the game, which involves the fallen god Galdera. Little did the heroes know that their personal struggles are all part of a larger problem which poses a threat not only to the world, but the survival of mankind.
A Refreshing Twist to the Standard RPG Formula

In many ways, Octopath Traveler follows your standard Japanese role-playing game formula. You have a storyline, a bunch of side quests, turn-based combat, and a variety of playable characters. How all these elements are implemented are what makes the game unique compared to other games in genre and also gives it a very refreshing feel.
For starters, there is no actual main protagonist as all eight playable characters are equally important. You have to choose who you’d like to start out with and eventually make your way around the world map to recruit every single character. Each character has their own personal storyline which will later tie in to why all of them are brought together.

This gives the gamers freedom on how they would like to approach the game as opposed to the standard linear approach. This can seem rather daunting for beginners as you will need the game sense and independence to explore the world map on your own. This can be especially confusing when a specific character’s next chapter location is mentioned, but your party is still too weak for the area.
To alleviate the problem, the developers have included “Recommended Level” labels for specific parts of the world map. It will also show which chapter for which character specifically so gamers will have an easier time identifying which is the best way to go about the game accordingly with their own play style.

As for side quests, it can be found in every town and village in the game. It will be given by random non-playable characters (NPC) in the area. It can be as simple obtaining information to doing battle with specific people. However, a number of side quests won’t tell you outright what you need to do. For example, for the “Love Unrequited” side quest, you will have to do battle with the quest giver and intentionally lose despite having no indication to do so.
Modernizing the Classic Turn-based Combat System

The combat system utilized in Octopath Traveler is the classic turn-based combat system featuring a party of four like old school Final Fantasy games. It does have its own twist to it which gives combat noticeably more depth than usual. You still have your standard attacks, magic / skills, defend, and item use commands but how you go about it is different.
For starters, we have the Boost System which everyone in the party has access to. In each turn, characters will acquire a boost point that can be used to improve defense, power of special skills and items, or to increase the number of normal attacks a character does. It’s akin to executing actions multiple times at once. There is a limit of five Boost Points per character, and you can only gain a point if you do not use Boost Mode in that particular turn.

Another unique element is the Break system. Each enemy has a certain weapon or elemental weakness. When those weaknesses are hit, their Break Points will be reduced. Upon reaching zero, enemies will enter the Break state where they will not attack for a turn and are more vulnerable to attacks. When combined with Boost Mode, you can dish out tons of damage to enemies.
After each battle, characters will earn Skill Points which can be used to learn new Skills. Each character will have their own set of Skills that are determined by their character class. Learning some of these skills will lead you to acquiring bonus support skills which further augments the characters.

Incorporate all of these into the classic turn-based combat system and you have yourself a refreshing role-playing game experience with a surprising amount of depth. It will have you seriously consider who to bring to your party for maximum efficiency in battles, and plan out your upgrades not only for easier battles but also for the sake of synergy in your party.
Octopath Traveler Verdict

When you first start playing Octopath Traveler, the open-ended style of progressing through the game can feel a little awkward. When you start putting in the hours and get to know the land of Orsterra better, the game starts to really pick up and it gets a lot more entertaining. You will definitely need to be familiar with the genre in order to truly enjoy the game.
The combat system itself has a surprising amount of depth without being an overly complicated mess. Like most role-playing games however, grinding for levels and experience is pretty much a necessity especially when moving to a new chapter. Regardless, it is still a game that role-playing game enthusiasts should not miss out on. As such, I award Octopath Traveler with our coveted Gold Pokdeward.

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Acer @ CES 2016 — 2 new laptops, 2 new monitors

Acer unveils four new products at the annual CES event at Las Vegas. These include the top-of-the-line “Black Edition” Aspire V Nitro notebooks, the new Acer TravelMate P648 commercial notebook as well as the game-changing R1 and H7 monitors.
The Aspire V Nitro is not actually a new product, and has been on the market for quite some time, and is even featured in our laptop recommendation guide for 2016. The latest upgrade brings Intel RealSense camera technology, which allows for gesture tracking, control and object recognition. This camera also supports Windows Hello, Microsoft’s nifty facial recognition technology for logging into Windows 10. The Aspire V Nitro Series come with 6th Gen Intel Skylake processors paired with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960M graphics and also supports the fastest NVMe PCIe SSD standard. They will be available with 4K 100% Adobe RGB display options.
The other laptop unveiled at Las Vegas is a commercial notebook. The TravelMate P648 is designed to be reliable in the harsh environments in the bags of business travelers and other professionals who need their computers on the go. It is the industry’s first to feature Qualcomm Atheros 802.11ad multi band wireless connectivity which offers faster speeds than 802.11ac. Connectivity options on the P648 is rich with Thunderbolt 3 (USB 3.1 Type-C) port, three 3.0 ports. If those aren’t enough for you, an optional Acer ProDock is also available to add two USB 3.0, DisplayPort, DVI, HDMI, VGA and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity.

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Security is important for commercial notebooks and Acer has fitted the P648 with a biometric fingerprint reader paired with a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 1.2 reader to protect the system from unauthroized access. Acer ProShield Manager helps enhance security all the way from the BIOS to the application level.
Performance wise, the P648 is equipped with the latest generation Intel Skylake processors mated with up to 20GB of DDR4 RAM. RAID 0 configurations are supported for faster speeds and larger capacity. It can be configured with up a NVIDIA GeForce 840M. Battery life is rated at up to 8 hours, long enough for you to work in a transcontinental flight.

The P648 is portable, weighing in at only 1.7kg and measuring just 2.12 cm thin. Don’t let the thinness fool you, as it is truly built tough. The lid is made of high strength carbon and glass fiber material, while the palm rest and bottom covers are made of magnesium-aluminium alloy.
Acer R1 and H7 monitors both tout world-firsts in their list of specifications. Both are IPS displays for wide viewing angles and outstanding color performance and EyeProtect technology to reduce eye strain.

The R1 series monitors sport the world’s thinnest ultra-thin monitor enclosures under 7 mm and ZeroFrame design to offer a seamless multi-monitor experience. They come with Acer Flicker-less and Blue Light Filter technologies with 5 to 15 degrees adjustable tilt for a comfortable viewing experience. They boast Full HD (1080p) resolutions and will be available in 21.5-, 23-, 23.8-, 25- and 27-inch screen sizes.

The H7 series monitors are the world’s first to support USB Type-C, allowing users to transfer data, display content and charge their devices all with just one cable.The ZeroFrame design along with a diamond-cut and brushed metal stand boosts the aesthetic appeal. Superior audio is courtesy of Acer TrueHarmony and DTS Sound. The H7 series support 100% of the sRGB color gamut, WQHD (1440p) resolutions and will be available with a choice of 25-inch and 27-inch options.
Prices are still yet unknown.

Pokdepinion: I really like the design and features of the Acer V Nitro gaming laptop, and now they made it even better by adding a Intel RealSense camera. I have tried Intel RealSense technology to play a game at a roadshow once. Not a AAA title by far but it shows the potential of the technology. The P648 business laptop is not suitable for me but I am sure that some people will definitely find it useful, especially with the solid build and advanced security features. The monitors will also look right at home on a designer’s desk, or even a gamers, as long as they are willing to forgo features like NVIDIA GSync or FreeSync.

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New Acer Nitro 5 With 11th Gen Intel Core H-series Mobile Processors Announced

Acer has just released a new Acer Nitro 5 in Malaysia, which features 11th Gen Intel Core H-series mobile processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics. Acer Malaysia is also providing up to 50% off certain Acer items in Acer official and approved retailers on Shopee and Lazada in connection with the 7.7 Mid-Year Sales.

The 11th Generation Intel Core H-series mobile processors are designed for gamers and content makers who want more processing capability. The new Acer Nitro 5 comes with up to 16GB DDR4 RAM and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD that can run the most popular games and is paired with an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 graphics card. The Nitro 5 also supports up to 32GB of RAM and has an addition additional M.2 slot for a 2.5-inch SATA expansion storage upgrade.

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The Acer Nitro 5 features a 15.6-inch IPS FHD low bezel display with a 144Hz refresh rate and 72% NTSC colour gamut. It also has Wi-Fi 6 and an Ethernet (RJ-45) connector with Killer Ethernet E2600 compatibility for smooth gameplay. Users can monitor system temperatures, loading performance, alter fan speeds, and configure the 4-zone RGB keyboard with a single touch of the dedicated NitroSense key.
Acer Nitro 5 price and availability
The Nitro 5 comes in two variants, the one with Intel Core i7-11800H processor and 16GB RAM is available now and is priced at RM5,699 while the Intel Core i5-11400H and 8GB RAM version is priced at RM4,799 will be available at the end of July.

That’s not all, customers who purchase the i7 version of the Acer Nitro 5 between July 5 and July 9 from Acer official and certified stores in Shopee and Lazada will receive a free pair of Acer Gateway FAE-i5 pro Wireless Earphones, valued at RM239.

As mentioned before, Acer will have promotions for laptops, desktops, monitors and accessories at all Acer official and certified stores in Shopee and Lazada. during the 7.7 Mid-Year Sales. After an RM300 discount, the 11th Intel Core i7 Acer Swift 5 thin and light laptop is available for RM4,499 from Acer (retail price: RM4,799). A limited number of monitors are also available at discounted pricing. The selling price of the Acer XV270P, Acer XB273UGX, AOpen 22CV1Q, and AOpen 27HC5RP monitors has been reduced by almost 15%.

During the campaign period, Acer is also offering a 14-inch laptop sleeve, Acer E300 Trueharmony Earphones, and Predator Galea 311 gaming headset at a discount of more than 50%. Acer also offered an RM500 discount for select Predator Helios 300 models in July 2021. Predator Helios 300 (PH315-53-79E7) with Intel Core i7-10870H is now available for RM5,499, while Predator Helios 300 (PH315-53-58U0) with Intel Core i5-10500H is now available for RM4,799.
Pokdepinion: Oh wow the new Acer Nitro 5 is packing some serious value! Definitely a good purchase especially during times like this.
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Apple Vision Pro Headset Expected to Mostly Run at 90Hz Refresh Rate

Apple recently unveiled its highly anticipated Apple Vision Pro headset, generating excitement among tech enthusiasts. While the company remained tight-lipped about specific technical specifications during the announcement, a session on spatial computing at the WWDC provided a glimpse into one crucial detail—the headset’s refresh rate. This information sheds light on the immersive experience Apple aims to deliver with its forthcoming VR device. Let’s explore the latest details on the Vision Pro’s refresh rate and what it means for users.
Apple Vision Pro Headset @ 90Hz

During the WWDC session, the presenter revealed that the Apple Vision Pro headset would run at a “usually 90 frames a second” refresh rate. This places the Vision Pro between the base 60Hz iPhones and Apple’s ProMotion devices, such as the iPhone Pro, iPad Pro, and MacBook Pro, which boast a high-refresh-rate of 120Hz. The 90Hz refresh rate promises smoother animations, reduced motion blur, and an overall enhanced visual experience compared to traditional 60Hz displays.

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Interestingly, it appears that the Vision Pro can go slightly beyond its standard 90Hz refresh rate, reaching up to 96Hz. This variation in refresh rate is designed to address frame jitter when watching a 24fps (frames per second) video. By dividing evenly into 96Hz, the headset can eliminate the subtle stutter that may occur when displaying video content at a different frame rate. This optimization ensures a seamless and immersive video playback experience for Vision Pro users.

As the launch date for the Apple Vision Pro headset draws nearer, Apple continues to release tantalizing details about its upcoming device. While the company has yet to disclose the full range of technical specifications, these incremental updates generate excitement and anticipation among enthusiasts eager to experience Apple’s latest innovation firsthand.
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Pokdepinion: The Apple Vision Pro headset is set to redefine the virtual reality landscape with its impressive capabilities. The recent revelation of its refresh rate, typically running at 90 frames per second, showcases Apple’s commitment to delivering a smooth and immersive experience for users.
With a refresh rate surpassing the standard 60Hz displays found in iPhones and nearing the performance of Apple’s ProMotion devices, the Vision Pro promises to offer heightened visual fidelity and reduced motion blur. Furthermore, the ability to reach a refresh rate of 96Hz for optimal video playback underscores Apple’s meticulous attention to detail and commitment to delivering an exceptional user experience.
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MSI MAG X570S Series Motherboards are coming!

Are you in the market for a full PCIe 4.0 platform? Well, the much rumored AMD X570S motherboards are incoming, and MSI has already taken the wraps off their MSI MAG X570S motherboards, namely the MSI MAG X570S TORPEDO MAX and MSI MAG X570S TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI.

The main difference with the AMD X570S boards versus the older X570 ones is the fully fanless chipset cooling. While there are AMD X570 motherboards that are passively cooled like the GIGABYTE X570 AORUS XTREME and the ROG Crosshair VIII Dark Hero, they are the exception rather than the norm. On the other hand, all AMD X570S motherboards will have a fanless chipset heatsink, which allows for more silent builds.

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The first point of distinction between the MSI MAG X570S TORPEDO MAX and MSI MAG X570S TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI is their color schemes. The MSI MAG X570S TORPEDO MAX goes for a Pacific Blue colorway, while the MSI MAG X570S TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI has a more conventional gunmetal gray color.

The latter also has two M.2 heatspreaders while the former only gets one, and of course, the MAG X570S TOMAHAWK MAX WIFI also gets integrated WiFi 6E, while the X570S TORPEDO MAX gets an extra Realtek Gigabit LAN.
Aside from that, both boards are really similar in terms of specifications. You get the same 12 powerstages in the Duet Rail Power System, full PCIe 4.0 support thanks to the AMD X570 chipset, and the same amount of I/O options. For those who need/prefer an even more feature-packed AMD X570S motherboard, MSI has mentioned that the MSI MPG and MEG X570S boards are on the way, so stay tuned.
Pokdepinion: Now this makes me feel like taking my motherboard apart and slapping a bigger heatsink on the PCH just to make it passive… Although to be entirely honest, I don’t really hear the chipset fan over the rest of the fans in my PC…
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