realme Introduces the Narzo 50i Prime in Malaysia

realme recently announced the narzo 50i Prime, which offers consumers an improved entry-level experience with excellent features within its price tier category. Following in the footsteps of its previous models in the narzo tradition, which provides elegant looks, robust performance, and fast processors, the smartphone is packed with features for a comprehensive user experience.
The realme narzo 50i Prime features a 182g, 8.5mm ultra-slim body and a 6.5-inch mini-drop full screen with an 88.7% screen-to-body ratio and a touch sampling rate of 120Hz, providing users with a great visual experience of vibrant colours and smooth refreshing for an immersive experience.

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The smartphone comes in Mint Green and Dark Blue and is combined with the Vertical Stripe Design, which was inspired by the stripes and lines of a racetrack.
The narzo 50i Prime also provides users with a 5000mAh huge battery, which can last up to 45 days in standby mode. Users may still use the smartphone to its full potential when in Ultra Saving Mode, since the system’s power consumption can be decreased by CPU frequency modulation, brightness modifications, and other targeted power-saving methods.
The device also features an 8MP AI camera that allows users to create clean and clear photographs with outstanding shots. The camera also has an f/2.0 aperture, a 4P lens, and a 4X digital zoom, allowing users to create sharp, defined photos.
Customers can enjoy some limited-time incentives at realme Malaysia’s Global Lazada Store on 8 August 2022 with the purchase of the narzo 50i Prime.

The company has also announced the upcoming 8.8 realme narzo Day Flash Sale, where customers can take advantage of exceptional deals on the narzo Series, including the narzo 5i, narzo 50A Prime, and narzo 50.

Product
Colour
Pricing (RM)
Availability

narzo 50i Prime (realme Malaysia’s Global Lazada Store)

narzo 50i Prime
(3+32GB)
Mint Green
or
Dark Blue
RM429
Starting 8 August 2022, their official Global Lazada Store will be on sale at a discount price of RM369.

narzo 50i Prime
(4+64GB)
Mint Green
or
Dark Blue
RM499
Starting 8 August 2022, their official Global Lazada Store will be on sale at a discount price of RM369.

narzo Day Flash Sale (realme Malaysia’s Official Online Store on Shopee)

narzo 50i
(4+64GB)
Mint Green
or
Carbon Black
RM499
Starting 8 August 2022, their official Shopee Online Store will be on sale at a discount price of RM399.

narzo 50A Prime
(4+64GB)
Flash Black
or
Flash Blue
RM629
Starting 8 August 2022, their official Shopee Online Store will be on sale at a discount price of RM499.

narzo 50A Prime
(4+128GB)
Flash Black
or
Flash Blue
RM679
Starting 8 August 2022, their official Shopee Online Store will be on sale at a discount price of RM599.

realme 8.8 narzo Day Flash Sale (realme Malaysia’s Official Online Store on Lazada)

narzo 50A Prime
(4+64GB)
Flash Black
or
Flash Blue
RM659
Starting 8 August 2022, their official Lazada Online Store will be on sale at a discount price of RM499.

narzo 50A Prime
(4+128GB)
Flash Black
or
Flash Blue
RM709
Starting 8 August 2022, their official Lazada Online Store will be on sale at a discount price of RM599.

narzo 50
(6+128GB)
Speed Black
or
Speed Blue
RM859
Starting 8 August 2022, their official Lazada Online Store will be on sale at a discount price of RM749.

Visit realme Malaysia’s official Facebook page for additional information about the realme narzo 50i Prime.
Pokdepinion: Another entry-level smartphone for your picking! Specifications look good and having a 5000mAh battery is definitely sufficient for everyday use.
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Turn your PC off remotely with Thermaltake PC Off Remote Control

While the age old “did I turn off the stove” issue may never be solved, Thermaltake is offering you a way out of the self doubt and paranoia with their latest Thermaltake Toughpower DPS G RGB PSUs. The new PSUs support an PC Off Remote Control app which allows you to shut down your system remotely.
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This nifty function allows you to prevent damage to your valuable hardware in case of an PSU failure. The scheduling also helps you save on your electricity bill by scheduling the PC to shut down after a preset amount of time. Everything within reach on your mobile device. Niceeee.

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When an emergency like the PSU fan failure, PSU thermal event or abnormal voltage levels, the app will notify you regarding the issue and allow you to quickly turn off the system to prevent damage to your hardware. It also supports a scheduled shut down or restart.
SOURCE: Thermaltake

Pokdepinion: Good PSUs rarely fail but yeah this is a nice innovation from Thermaltake to better protect the pricey hardware powered by their high end Toughpower DPS G RGB PSUs.
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Razer Launches The New Razer Cynosa V2 Gaming Keyboard At RM269

If you’re on the lookout for a Razer gaming keyboard, you might want to have a look at their new entry-level offering, the new Razer Cynosa V2 which is now available in Malaysia for RM269.
Razer Cynosa V2 now available in Malaysia

The Razer Cynosa V2 is the latest edition from the Cynosa family, which is the best-selling membrane gaming keyboard in the United States.
It comes with individually backlit keys for lighting combinations, which is powered by Razer Chroma RGB, as well as game integration with games such as Overwatch, Fortnite, Warframe and more.

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In addition to that, the Razer Cynosa V2 syncs with a host of Chroma-integrated lighting effects for popular games. Not to forget, it comes with new dedicated media controls for that extra convenience. Speaking of convenience, you can also keep your gaming setup clean with their new cable routing option at the back of the Cynosa V2.
Previously we’ve reviewed the Razer Junglecat. Do check that out if you’re looking for a portable gaming controller.
Pokdepinion: Well if there’s one thing that I’ve always been impressed with Razer, it’s their Razer Chroma software. It’s probably one of the best RGB software out there.
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Microsoft to Launch Cloud-Based Gaming Console? Xbox “Project Scarlett”

It would seem that Microsoft’s plan for their next generation of Xbox is a risky move. It seems to be a cloud-based game console known as Project Scarlett.
Microsoft to Launch Cloud-Based Xbox Console “Project Scarlett”?

Ever since E3 2018, we all knew Microsoft has started work on a brand new Xbox game console. If we’re judging solely by track record, we’re expecting massive improvements in hardware compared to the Xbox One. But what if we tell you that it might not necessarily be the case but you still get to play games with rather impressive visuals?

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There is word going around that Microsoft will be launching two consoles under the Project Scarlett name for its next generation Xbox. One is the traditional hardware upgrade for the more serious gamers, and the other is a cloud-based gaming console. How does that work? Simple.
In a cloud-based gaming console, all the processing that is needed will be done in the cloud system. Basically, instead of computing everything in a local hardware, you’re using cloud computing for gaming. It will then be streamed to this cloud-based Xbox for you to play.
This should mean that the stream box would be somewhat barebones (and affordable) as it doesn’t need much power to have any form of media streamed on it. On that note however, internet access will be very important. Not just in terms of speed but also stability, which can affect your gameplay experience greatly.
At the moment, Microsoft has not confirmed this nor the name “Project Scarlett” and there are still plenty of details that are unknown. It is certainly a risky move but one that can pay off as it can make gaming rather affordable. The only issue here is internet access and the servers on Microsoft’s side. If one or the other (worse yet, both) isn’t running up to par, fans are definitely going to go berserk.
Source: BGR
Pokdepinion: I actually like the idea of cloud gaming but I’m thinking if it’s too early for this. Then again, internet speed and stability has evolved even in Malaysia so maybe it’ll be fine. Someone has to start it, and perhaps someone else will do it better later. Would like to see more of Project Scarlett.
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Tetris Royale is a New Battle Royale Game for Smartphone

When the world first learned of a Tetris battle royale game in Tetris 99, many were confused as to how it works. Of course, there were some that just felt like the game is riding on the hype train. But to virtually everyone’s surprise, it did pretty well when it launched. Now, we have another to look forward to in the form of Tetris Royale for the smartphone.
As the title indicates, this is a battle royale Tetris game for Android and iOS by N3TWORK and The Tetris Company. N3TWORK is best known for Legendary: Game of Heroes, a mobile puzzle RPG, so Tetris Royale will be a change of pace for them. According to The Tetris Company, the game is only the first title in a multi-year partnership that will allow the pair to bring more Tetris games to mobile platforms.

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N3TWORK CEO Neil Young said:
Tetris is a timeless pop culture icon that has shaped the history of videogames and is truly loved around the world. Our team at N3TWORK is inspired to partner with this incredible brand and create new ways for millions of mobile game players around the world to play, compete and enjoy Tetris at an unprecedented scale.
It is said that Tetris Royale will be taking a lot of cues from Tetris 99, particularly the post-DLC version. It will have a 100-player mode and Marathon mode for players to practice themselves. Moreover, there will also be daily competitions and challenges as well as leaderboards and a “season” structure to spice up the competitive side of the game.
Unlike Tetris 99, power-ups, in-game boosters, and customization will be featured in Tetris Royale. While N3TWORK’s title certainly seems like it will be more robust from a live service standpoint, it will be interesting to compare gameplay once we know more about the game.
While no release date has been announced yet, the beta for the game will begin later this year. It will be coming to iOS, Android, and also the new iPadOS.
Pokdepinion: The idea of a battle royale Tetris game baffled me before but now, I can even see the appeal for it. Can’t wait to see how the game will turn out.
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UMobile HERO+HERO Promotion – Get 50% For Your Second Line!

UMobile has release their latest HERO+HERO promotion, which enables users to apply for a 2nd HERO line at a special 50% off on their Unlimited HERO plans.
UMobile HERO+HERO Promotion
With UMobile’s latest HERO+HERO promotion, postpaid HERO P70, P98, Unlimited HERO P78, P79, and P99 customers are allowed to apply for a 2nd HERO line at half of the original price. In addition to that, the HERO lines that are applicable for the 50% off promotion are the P48, P68, P79, and also the P99 plans. With it, customers may subscribe for a 2nd line from as low as RM24 per month for a twelve-month period.
Here are the pricing for HERO+HERO 2nd line;

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P48 – RM24 (*RM48)
P68 – RM34 (*RM68)
P79 – RM39.50 (*RM79)
P99 – RM49.50 (*RM90)

*  Original price
So for instance, if you are a Unlimited HERO P79 postpaid plan subscriber, you can apply for the HERO P48 as your second line, which then you will only need to pay RM24 for it. In that sense, you’d be paying a total of RM103 for both lines, saving you RM288 in a year.
Besides the promotion, eligible HERO-HERO promotion customers will also get to enjoy 3 months complimentary subscription of GOLIFE 10, UMobile’s first life microinsurance product. Qualified for the subscription will receive an SMS to opt-in to the life microinsurance.
The UMobile HERO+HERO postpaid promotion is available from now until the 31st July 2018 at all UMobile stores nationwide. If you would like to find more details on the promotion, you can check it out right here.
Pokdepinion: One thing that I like from the deal is that you are not forced into taking the same package (for the 2nd line), and you can choose which of the options that you prefer. Great if you know that the user for the 2nd line’s usage. If they use less, why pay for more than what they use?
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OnePlus 11 Finally Gets A Confirmed IP Rating Across All Markets

After massive confusion on the water and dust resistance rating for the newly launched OnePlus 11, we finally have its official IP rating for all markets that the smartphone is available in.
OnePlus 11 is Officially IP64

Finally, there has been official confirmation from OnePlus that the OnePlus 11 has an IP64 rating for dust and splash resistance in all markets where it is available. This means that the phone is dust-tight and offers complete protection against dust particles. It is also resistant to water splashes from any direction, though this level of water resistance is not as high as that offered by some of its competitors, including some Samsung Galaxy A series handsets at lower price points than the OnePlus 11.

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This information caused confusion among media outlets, with some based in the US receiving it in advance of the global launch of the OnePlus 11 while others, including us, did not. That’s why we’re dedicating a whole post to clarifying the IP rating subject.

It’s not uncommon for Chinese smartphones to lack an IP rating, so at first we didn’t think much about it. However, as reviews for the OnePlus 11 were released after the launch event, it became clear that some media outlets had been informed about the IP64 rating, while others had not.
It’s possible that the IP rating only applied to models in certain markets, such as the US or North America, as this has happened before. In some cases, it may not be financially feasible to conduct IP testing for all units sold globally, even if they could theoretically withstand the same level of dust and water exposure. However, it’s confirmed now that if you purchase a OnePlus 11, it will have an IP64 rating no matter where you buy it from, giving you added peace of mind.
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Pokdepinion; While I did expect better, it’s better to have IP64 than to have none at all. Don’t bring it to the shower with you.
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Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection Arrives On Nintendo Switch

Ubisoft announced today that Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection is now available exclusively for Nintendo Switch at retailers worldwide.
Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection out now on Nintendo Switch

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In Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection players will be able to take on the role of Ezio Auditore da Firenze, the franchise’s most iconic Master Assassin. Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection on the Nintendo Switch will come with features such as Handheld Mode, HD Rumble, Touchscreen Interface, and Optimized HUD. The collection includes:

Assassin’s Creed II: In this opus, players will take on the role of Ezio, a new Assassin who will carry on the deadly lineage of his forefathers throughout Renaissance Italy, including Florence and Venice. Thrive in a world filled with power, vengeance, and conspiracy as they hone their craft, wielding weapons and instruments designed by the legendary Leonardo da Vinci himself. All solo DLC, including Battle of Forli and Bonfire of the Vanities, is available throughout the single-player campaign.
Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood: All fans will journey into Italy’s most renowned city, Rome, as Ezio in an enduring struggle against the powerful Templar Order. This will necessitate not only strength but also leadership, as they will command an entire Brotherhood that will rally behind them. All solo DLC, including Copernicus Conspiracy and The Da Vinci Disappearance, is available throughout the single-player campaign.
Assassin’s Creed Revelations: In this game, Ezio must abandon his life in order to find answers. On a journey of discovery and revelation, the player will follow in the footsteps of their legendary mentor, Altar. This perilous path leads them to Constantinople, the Ottoman Empire’s heart, where a growing army of Templars threatens to destabilise the region. The single-player campaign includes the DLC The Lost Archive.
Extra Bonus: In addition to gameplay, Assassin’s Creed Lineage and Assassin’s Creed Embers are two short films that delve even deeper into Ezio’s story.

Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection is now available through Ubisoft’s Official Shop on Shopee. In addition, to commemorate the release of the Ezio Collection on Nintendo Switch, players can save up to 60% on Assassin’s Creed franchise titles from February 17 to February 28, exclusively on Ubisoft’s Official Shops on Shopee.
Pokdepinion: Man, the Ezio series are some of the first PC games I ever played on my own personal PC (always relied on cyber cafes or friend’s systems before that) so they hold a really special place in my heart. If I had a Switch I would definitely get Assassin’s Creed: The Ezio Collection just to relive that nostalgia.
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Here’s How You Can Trade-up Your 1st Gen Nintendo Switch To Switch Lite Or Enhanced Version From Just RM99

Local gaming store Impulse Gaming is offering a trade-in program, where you can upgrade your original 1st generation Nintendo Switch to a Nintendo Switch Lite or even the enhanced version that’s fitted with a better battery for better performance.

It seems that for you to enjoy the program from just RM99, you will need to accept the store’s T&C first and then bring your console. They will then have your device to be examined and adjust the price accordingly. They seem to accept both working and damaged units of the original Nintendo Switch.
As you can guess from its name, the Nintendo Switch Lite is a smaller version that comes with a battery life up to seven hours. It however doesn’t have the capability to be docked and doesn’t come with removable JoyCon controllers.

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With the newer version of the Nintendo Switch, it improves on the original’s battery performance while maintaining the rest of the features.
For more details, you can head to Impulse Gaming’s Facebook page.
Pokdepinion: Sounds like a deal. I guess just make sure that your Nintendo Switch is near to perfect for that RM99 price.
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Apple may see setbacks due to TSMC 3nm delays

While TSMC has been enjoying a very good cadence with their process node advancements, it seems they might be running into trouble. TSMC has reportedly adjusted the schedule for their N3, or 3nm, node, which means that its clients, like Apple, will also run into delays when it comes to introducing their latest chips set to be manufactured on the cutting edge 3nm process.
Apple is TSMC’s largest customer, often booking out much of TSMC’s supply well ahead of time. They were apparently set to use the TSMC 3nm node for the Apple A16 that’s set to debut in the 2022 iPhone. Since there’s a delay, we might either see Apple decide to redesign their chips for TSMC’s 4nm node, or TSMC N4.
It is probably worth mentioning that Apple now makes their own chips for not only their mobile devices, but also their MacOS machines. The fact that Apple is delayed by TSMC will mean that they will no longer enjoy the edge that being on the latest process node provides. However Apple is currently in a category of its own with its impressive architectural advantage, so it might not really affect their lead over the rest of the industry.

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Another major client for the TSMC 3nm node is reportedly Intel, which is slated to produce their consumer GPUs and datacenter CPUs on TSMC’s N3 node. In any case, TSMC’s delays might give Samsung the upper hand, although with both NVIDIA and Qualcomm reportedly set to move back to TSMC for their next-gen stuff, it might not be so clear cut just yet.
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Pokdepinion: I am just surprised that 4nm is not named TSMC N3A node. Hehehehe…
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ASUS quietly introduces ASUS Dual EVO series with Axial-tech fans

ASUS has already launched a series of ASUS Dual GeForce RTX cards, but it seems that they weren’t satisfied with it yet. They have quietly introduced two new models with the new ASUS Dual EVO cooler, featuring two Axial-tech fans instead of the older Wing-Blade fans.

In addition the newer fans which stop at temperatures below 55°C, ASUS also redesigned the backplate, with this one look very impressive. The slotted design looks pretty aggressive, and it looks pretty good even without any lighting here. If anything, the clean lines are also very pleasing to the eye, unlike more distracting patterns that might even clash with your build’s theme.

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ASUS also didn’t forget about RGB, with a subtle light strip on the side of the card. It’s a lot less impressive than their ROG Strix lineup, but hey at least it’s something. Most of the competition do not even offer RGB lighting with their lesser lineups. The combination of the brushed finish and grooves help to emphasize the aggressiveness of the graphics card, which looks great here.

The cards do feature substantially lower boost clocks though, so it would remain to be seen how would the Dual EVO variants perform. ASUS also adopts the reference power connector configurations, a single 6-pin for the ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 2070 8GB GDDR6 EVO, and 6-pin + 8-pin connectors for the Dual GeForce RTX 2080 8GB GDDR6 EVO. ASUS also removed the USB-C port from the Dual GeForce RTX 2070 EVO, but retained it for the Dual GeForce RTX 2080 EVO.
Here’s a table summing up the Dual EVO cards versus the ROG Strix GeForce RTX lineup:
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX cards Specifications

ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2080
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 2080 EVO
ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2070
ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 2070 EVO

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (TU104)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 (TU104)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (TU106)
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 (TU106)

Clocks
OC Mode
Boost – 1890 MHz; Base – 1515 MHz
Gaming Mode
Boost – 1860 MHz; Base – 1515 MHz
OC Mode
Boost – 1740 MHz; Base – 1515 MHz
Gaming Mode
Boost – 1710 MHz; Base – 1515 MHz
OC Mode
Boost – 1845 MHz; Base – 1410 MHz
Gaming Mode
Boost – 1815 MHz; Base – 1410 MHz
OC Mode
Boost – 1650 MHz; Base – 1515 MHz
Gaming Mode
Boost – 1620 MHz; Base – 1515 MHz

Cores
2944 CUDA cores
2944 CUDA cores
2304 CUDA cores
2304 CUDA cores

Memory
8GB GDDR6
8GB GDDR6
8GB GDDR6
8GB GDDR6

Memory Clocks
14 000 MHz
14 000 MHz
14 000 MHz
14 000 MHz

Memory Interface
256-bit
256-bit
256-bit
256-bit

Display outputs
2 x DisplayPort 1.4
2 x HDMI 2.0b
1 x USB Type-C
3 x DisplayPort 1.4
1 x HDMI 2.0b
1 x USB Type-C
2 x DisplayPort 1.4
2 x HDMI 2.0b
1 x USB Type-C
2 x DisplayPort 1.4
2 x HDMI 2.0b
1 x DVI-D

Power connector(s)
2 x 8-pin
1 x 8-pin
1 x 6-pin
1 x 8-pin
1 x 6-pin
1 x 8-pin

Recommended PSU
650W
650W
550W
550W

Multi-GPU support
Yes, NVLink
Yes, NVLink
No
No

Dimensions
30.5 x 13.06 x 5.41 cm
26.7 x 11.8 x 5.8 cm
30.5 x 13.06 x 4.89 cm
26.7 x 11.8 x 5.8 cm

One thing to note is that ASUS might be using binned chips in the Dual EVO series to make way for more affordable offerings. With that aside, the Dual EVO cards actually look pretty good, with its chunky design reminding me of the ROG Matrix GeForce RTX 2080 Ti.
What do you think of the ASUS Dual GeForce RTX EVO cards?
Pokdepinion: Please please let me be able to afford a ASUS Dual GeForce RTX 2080 8GB GDRR6 EVO…

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[TGS 2018] Jump Force Adding Characters from Yu Yu Hakusho and Hunter X Hunter

Bandai Namco has unveiled a number of character additions at TGS 2018 for the upcoming Jump Force, particularly from Yu Yu Hakusho and Hunter X Hunter.
TGS 2018 Shows Jump Force Adding Characters from Yu Yu Hakusho and Hunter X Hunter

The folks over at Bandai Namco has revealed a number of interesting tidbits for their upcoming anime fighting game, Jump Force, at TGS 2018.
First things first, we now know how Yugi from Yu-Gi-Oh! will fight in the game. He will be using 3 different cards; the Dark Magician, the Dark Magician Girl, and Slifer the Sky Dragon.

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There are also new character additions to Jump Force From Yu Yu Hakusho, we’ll be getting Yusuke Urameshi and Toguro. Another character making his way to the game is Hunter X Hunter’s own Killua.
Players will be allowed to create their own avatars in the game which will be fighting alongside the heroes of the Jump Force. He / she will have received powers at the Jump Force’s home base that is found between the worlds of the anime and the real world.

There are also 4 original characters created especially for the story mode by Akira Toriyama. You can check it out in the video right above here.
Jump Force will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC sometime in 2019. No word yet on an exact release date.
Pokdepinion: The game is pleasing my inner weab more and more with each new reveal.
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Leaked HUAWEI P30 Lite Design Shows Triple Rear Camera Setup

It seems that there has been a leak to the HUAWEI P30 Lite thanks to case producer Spigen, where they uploaded images of the phone alongside a range of cases designed for it.
The device represents itself as the lowest end of the P30 range, where it offers a fingerprint sensor on the back as opposed to the expected in-display fingerprint sensors for the standard P30 and P30 Pro smartphones.
It will house a triple rear camera setup and over at the front, there’s a water drop notch design.

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Additionally, it looks like the P30 Lite comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack which is located next to its USB Type-C port. We probably could see the device to run on a Kirin 710 chipset, which is a mid-range SoC.
Pokdepinion: Now all that’s left is to play the waiting game to see the P30 series to be officially introduced. Hopefully the prices will be attractive.
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Can You Lay the PS5 Flat On Its Sides? It Might Just Be Okay

Sony Interactive Entertainment recently unveiled the PS5 design in all its glory. Given how it looks, it seems like it can only stand up. For previous generations, how a person should place the console has always been a hot debate. As such, people wondered if the PS5 can be laid flat on its sides, and it might just be okay.
Can the PS5 Lay Flat On Its Sides?
A Reddit user going by the name socialcommunicator found an image from Amazon with the PS5 laying flat on its sides. Given how it was designed, it may seem a bit awkward, particularly the regular version as it has the bulge from the disc drive. This one doesn’t look bad.

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With that being said however, it does appear to have some sort of stand below the console to allow it. This makes sense as we don’t think it would lay flat in a stable manner, except for maybe the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition.
We do expect it to not have issues being placed flat on its sides. However, it does appear better standing up vertically as it appears more symmetrical. Whether there needs to be an accessory for it, like a stand, or not, that is yet to be fully confirmed. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: I do like how the console looks. It’s clean and looks aptly next generation. I would like to know the size of it, as it does appear to be rather large.
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Octopath Traveler 2 Review – A Classic Enhanced

What is Octopath Traveler 2 About?

Octopath Traveler 2 Review – Trailer
Octopath Traveler 2 (stylized as OCTOPATH TRAVELER II) is set in Solistia, a land that consists of an eastern and western continent separated by the sea. The era is bustling with life, where large ships traverse busy sea routes and new technologies emerge with the power of steam. The people of Solistia are divided in their experiences, some finding excitement in the glamorous stars of the stage and industry, while others are moved to tears by war, plague, and poverty.
As the story unfolds in this distant realm, eight travelers from different regions set out on their own journeys for various reasons. As you embark on your adventure, you can step into their shoes and explore the land at your own pace, utilizing their unique skills and talents to aid you along the way. The 8 travelers, whose initials spell out OCTOPATH, are:

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Octopath Traveler 2 Review – List of 8 Travelers

Ochette, a hunter, is searching for the greatest Beast of Legends following a calamity in Toto’haha, accompanied by one of her tamed beasts.
Castti Florenz, an apothecary, who was sent out to sea by an unknown individual and wakes up with amnesia.
Throné Anguis, a thief, who is looking for a way to escape a life of cruelty and violence.
Osvald V. Vanstein, a scholar, escaped from prison and is now out for vengeance.
Partitio Yellowil, a merchant, is determined to share prosperity throughout Solistia after experiencing poverty.
Agnea Bristarni, a dancer, seeks to follow in her mother’s footsteps to become a star.
Temenos Mistral, a cleric, sets off to uncover the dark secrets hidden in the faithful despite questioning even the gods themselves.
Hikari Ku, a warrior, is searching for his former comrades scattered across the continent to save his kingdom.

The Good
Octopath Traveler 2 Review – Combat
I’ve personally enjoyed Octopath Traveler 2 a lot, and there are a good number of reasons why. To start off, their twist on the traditional JRPG formula from the previous game has not only been maintained with their signature Break and Boost system, but it took a natural evolution forward with Latent Powers. It’s essentially their equivalent of a Limit Break, where each of Travelers can unleash a unique, powerful ability after filling up a gauge via attacks, receiving attacks, and breaking enemies. For instance, Throné can act twice while Hikari can execute powerful attacks. It’s simple but it’s a great addition nonetheless.
Octopath Traveler 2 Review – Path Actions
Then we have the introduction of the Day and Night Cycle. For starters, you get different environments at night compare to the day, from the world map giving stronger fights to towns having different people at different places, even with different dialogues at times. Most importantly, each character will be able to use their secondary Path Actions, giving you more ways to interact with the world, overcome obstacles, gain perks, and obtain rewards. This really amps up the exploration potential of the game quite a bit.
While the difference might be hard to spot at first given the visual theme of the game, Octopath Traveler 2 does bring a graphical upgrade to its HD-2D world. Characters and enemies don’t feel as stiff as they were before, animations are generally smoother as if gaining a 10-20FPS boost, and the environments are generally well detailed. While I did think it was because I played the game on the PS5, I did take a look at the Nintendo Switch version of the game and the improvements are still noticeable.
Octopath Traveler 2 Review
One of the biggest criticisms that its predecessor had is that despite all Travelers working together, there were barely any interactions between the characters throughout the game. It has been improved this time as the characters are generally more involved with others’ stories and with Crossed Paths, as the Travelers will walk the same Path for a quest. These will usually be unlocked and displayed on the map after completing certain chapters in a Traveler’s story. For instance, Agnea and Hikari has one.
Lastly, and this was certainly hard to beat, is the soundtrack. The game’s predecessor had such a good, dynamic soundtrack that made it hard to beat but Octopath Traveler 2 actually managed to one-up it. It still maintains the dynamic nature which transitions accordingly with in-game events, the most notable one being the transition into a boss fight, but it’s a good step up that makes the game a whole lot more enjoyable. If there was ever another entry in the franchise, it would be immensely difficult to top this one.
While the stories are not linked, it might still be worth checking out the original Octopath Traveler given the price cut. Check out our review of the game by clicking right here.
The Bad
Octopath Traveler 2 Review
There isn’t really much bad to say about Octopath Traveler 2 but it’s not perfect by any means. For starters, the in-game map lacks the nuance to show elevation. This means that there will be times when you are trying to move to a quest marker only to find nothing. Turns out, the actual market location requires heading downstairs first. This game will require a keen sense of adventuring and some level of patience.
As much as I’ve praised the developers in making the Travelers jive better together with more interactions, the story does still feel somewhat disjointed. It still feels like you are playing 8 different stories that play out separately while the other party members (of your choosing) just happen to be there. Fortunately, most of the stories here are excellent with a good twist that will keep you hooked until the end, though it is generally dark in nature.
Octopath Traveler 2 Review
Lastly, while the game brought some good improvements, it doesn’t feel much different compared to its predecessor. If you were expecting a whole new experience, then this isn’t the one. However, if you enjoyed the previous game’s battle system, visuals, and are just looking for another enthralling storyline to sink your teeth in, this will certainly not disappoint.
Octopath Traveler 2 Verdict
Octopath Traveler 2 Review
Octopath Traveler 2 is one of the most enjoyable JRPGs I’ve played in recent years. It is a clear step up from its predecessor from both a gameplay and storytelling perspective, while also improving its endearing HD-2D visuals. While it’s now less confusing to go through the game’s entirety, you will still need a keen sense of curiosity and adventuring to truly enjoy the game. Otherwise, you will occasionally find yourself lost or missing out on treasure as well as optional in-game content. Fair warning, the game is rather pricey as it’s your typical full-priced game from Square Enix. For me, it’s worth the money but no harm in waiting for a discount.
At the end of our Octopath Traveler 2 review, I award this game with our coveted Gold Pokdeward.

Big thanks to Square Enix Asia for sending us this game for the purpose of this review.
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GLOO’s amazing promotions are here to help you showcase the amazing you!

While we draft out our 2020 resolutions (which is still 1440p, BTW), it’s time to get the tools to achieve our dreams. GLOO is doing just that, throwing a promotion on modern PCs to help you pursue your passions in the digital world.
But first, what’s a “modern PC”? In a nutshell, it means a PC that can deliver a good experience. First and foremost, it has to offer the latest Intel Core processors and run Windows 10. The laptops also have to be thin and light, offer fast boot-up with SSDs and long battery life to let you work or play from anywhere, at any time.

GLOO is offering a wide selection of modern PCs from Acer, ASUS, HP and Microsoft Surface, starting from as low as RM1799 with bundled freebies for selected models. With a variety of models powered by the latest Intel Core processors, you can do what you love with the performance on tap from the latest processors.

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In addition to the bundled freebies, GLOO will also be offering Microsoft Office 365 Home for only RM189, RM155 off the usual price of RM344.

You can check out the modern PCs in the promotion via the following link:
You And Us Amazing Modern PC Promo
Or head on over to GLOO’s Facebook page to keep an eye out on their latest promos and deals!
Pokdepinion: It’s definitely time to upgrade. New year new PC!
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MediaTek Reveals New M80 5G Modem That Works With mmWave and Sub-6 GHz 5G Networks

MediaTek has just announced the M80, their first-ever 5G modem. The new 5G modem combines both mmWave and sub-6 GHz 5G technologies onto a single chip. The new modem is capable of supporting ultra-fast speeds on both non-standalone (NSA) and standalone (SA) architectures, with a peak rate of 7.67 Gbps in the downlink and 3.76 Gbps in the uplink. The M80 5G modem supports dual 5G SIM, dual 5G NSA and SA networks as well as dual Voice over New Radio (VoNR).
MediaTek M80 5G Modem: Making 5G more accessible

MediaTek says that their 5G modems are suitable for a range of devices which include smartphones, PCs, Mi-Fi hotspots, broadband customer premise equipment (CPE), industrial IoT applications and many more.

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Furthermore, the new M80 5G modem has been tested against industry standards and offers support for a full range of radio access technologies including:

3GPP Release 16 standard
Sub-6 GHz and mmWave dual connectivity and carrier aggregation
5G NR (FR1) with more than two carrier aggregation
5G mmWave (FR2) up to 8CC
5G carrier aggregation with Mixed Duplex (TDD + FDD)
Dynamic spectrum sharing (DSS) ready

MediaTek says that the new 5G modem is expected to be available sometime later in 2021. For a more detailed look at the new M80 5G modem, you can check out the official MediaTek newsroom right here.
Pokdepinion: This should make 5G connectivity a lot more accessible to smartphones in the future.
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Prepare For Lenovo And Motorola Deals – Exclusive On Lazada’s Online Revolution!

Get ready for some sweet deals as Lenovo and Motorola are joining the Lazada Online Revolution this 11th of November 2017.
Lenovo and Motorola’s Deals
For those who don’t know already, Motorola Mobility was acquired by Lenovo Group Holdings back in 2015. Hence, why this sale is a combination of both. So starting off with Motorola, there are quite a few number of sales going on.
First up in the deals is the newly released Moto G5S Plus and Moto X4. Priced at RM999 for the G5S Plus and RM1899 for the X4. Customers are entitled for an extended warranty and accidental damage protection for both of them. That said, buying the G5S Plus during the Online Revolution will get you a free Motorola Pulse 2 headphone. Additionally, the previous Moto G5 Plus is also on sale. It’s normal selling price is RM1299, so buying it on that day saves you quite a lot at its special price of RM800 and it will get you a Motorola Pulse 2 headphones, extended warranty and accidental damage protection.

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Next in line is the Moto Z and Moto Z Play. Retailing at RM1799 for the Moto Z and RM1999 for Z Play during the promotion, they also will earn you freebies. You can get Moto Mod Incipio offGRID Power Pack when you purchase either of them, a Motorola Pulse 2 headphone (for the Moto Z), and specially for the Moto Z Play; a special gift box, extended warranty, and accidental damage protection.
Finals inclusion on Moto deals are the Moto E4 and Moto C Plus. Both are at a special price of RM549 (Moto E4) and RM499 (Moto C Plus). You’ll get TPU casing and tempered glass for both of them. A cash voucher of RM50 for the E4 and RM20 for the C Plus is also available if you purchase them during the promotional period.

Over to Lenovo, the Lenovo K6 Note is in offer. Originally priced at RM949, you can get it on the cheap at just RM699. Similar to the Moto E4 and C Plus, you will also get a TPU casing and tempered glass.
Pokdepinion: That G5S Plus deal seem attractive to me. So if you’ve been eyeing any Moto or Lenovo device, get them on that date!

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PS4 Pro Death Stranding Limited Edition Confirmed for Malaysia Release

One of the most highly anticipated PS4 exclusives coming soon is Death Stranding. It’s the first major game by Hideo Kojima since he left Konami after all. To mark the occasion, there will be a PS4 Pro Death Stranding limited edition console coming, and it will be up for sale in Malaysia.
The limited edition console will be arriving on 8th November 2019. The package will consist of a 1TB PS4 Pro model with custom Death Stranding design, a special DualShock 4 wireless controller, and a physical Blu-ray copy of Death Stranding Standard Edition.

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Inspired by the game, this new Limited Edition PS4 Pro features a white matte finish, with two BT handprints that form the shapes of the world’s continents. To bring an otherworldly feel to your home entertainment setup, the bundle also includes an orange translucent DUALSHOCK 4 wireless controller that is the same color as the game’s BB Pod. Throughout the game, you can gently rock the controller to emulate holding the BB pod in your own hands.

The pack will also come with a Death Stranding PS4 Dynamic Theme, a Nendroid Ludens PSN Avatar, and the Complete Avatar Set and In-Game Items for the game. Moreover, it will also have the Death Stranding: Timefall – Behind the Scenes Making of Digital Video and Music Album as well.
The PS4 Pro Death Stranding limited edition console will be coming to Malaysia this 8th November 2019 and will be retailing for RM1,799.
Pokdepinion: Not gonna lie, that looks pretty good but as tempting as it is, I think I’d rather save up for the PlayStation 5 instead.
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ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro (ZC554KL) Review – Maximum battery, minimum everything else

Introduction

We got our hands on one of ASUS’ brand new device from their recently launched ASUS ZenFone 4 line, the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro. The third iteration of the Max series, which is known for their big and long lasting batteries, the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro upped the game a little bit compared to its predecessors by including a much bigger battery and introducing a brand new dual rear camera setup.
So how does the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro fare you might ask? We took it for a spin for a few and here’s what we think.

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Unboxing the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro

The box the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro comes in is pretty much a standard box with the top featuring the phone itself and a sticker at the bottom left corner that says “Pro” which indicates that this the Pro version of the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max. One thing to note is that the box of our ZenFone 4 Max Pro unit isn’t the finalised design so the retail version might sport a different design. At the back you’ll find the device’s necessary specs together with some bar codes and what not.

ASUS provided a lot of accessories this time around, which was unexpected considering past ZenFone models only came shipped with just a charger and USB cable. the ZenFone 4 Max Pro comes together with a pair of earphones (something I missed when I reviewed the ASUS ZenFone 3 Max (ZC553KL) earlier this year) and some replacement ear tips.

Apart from the earphones, the other things included are the usual paperwork, an OTG cable for reverse charging other devices, a SIM card ejector, a silicone phone case, micro USB cable and a charger. The ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro has fast charging capabilities which can you three hours worth of power with just a 15 minute charge, but only if you use the charger and micro USB cable provided.
Appearance
The ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro looks very similar to its predecessor with some minor differences here and there. For one, it has a home button on the bottom front of the device that doubles as a fingerprint reader. No rear fingerprint scanner here. Secondly, ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro features a 16MP front camera on the right side of the receiver together with a brand new LED softlight flash. Also, it is slightly thicker than the older ASUS ZenFone 3 Max.

At the back you’ll find a new dual camera setup positioned at the top left corner of the device with a single LED flash right next to it. As mentioned before, ASUS decided to move the fingerprint sensor from the back to the front of the device, with the ASUS logo now occupying the space where the fingerprint scanner used to be.

The top of the device has just the 3.5mm headphone jack and a microphone while at the bottom you’ll find the micro USB port and two speakers grilles on the right and left of it. Audio output is only through the right speaker grille though, with the other one just for show.

On the sides you will find a volume rocker and the power/lock button, both side buttons sporting ASUS’ signature concentric design. On the left side of the device you’ll find the embedded SIM card tray, with can hold two nano SIMs cards and a micro SD.

ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro (ZC554KL) Specifications
Here are the detailed specifications for the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro:

Model
ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro (ZC554KL)

CPU
Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 Octa-core 1.4GHz, 64-bit, 28nm

GPU
Adreno 505

RAM / Storage
3GB / 32GB

Rear Camera 1
16MP, Omnivision 16880, 1.12μm, f/2.0, 25mm focal length, 80° field of view

Rear Camera 2
5MP, Omnivision 5675, 1.12μm, f/2.2, 18mm focal length, 120° field of view

Front Camera
16MP, Omnivision 16880, 1.0μm, f/2.0, 26mm focal length, 80° field of view

Display
5.5″ HD (1280 x 720) IPS LCD, 400 nits

Wireless
Integrated 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz, Wi-Fi Direct

Connectivity
Bluetooth 4.1
Micro USB 2.0 (with OTG support)
0.3s fingerprint sensor

SIM and Expansion
Dual nano SIM with LTE + dedicated SD card (up to 2TB)

Battery
5000mAh

Audio
Speaker with PMIC internal amplifier, dual mic system

Colors
Rose Pink
Sunlight Gold
Deepsea Black

Price
RM1099

Performance
Under the hood the ZenFone 4 Max Pro houses a pretty basic octa-core Snapdragon 430 so don’t expect any high end performance results from the device. Not sure exactly why ASUS didn’t just go with a Snapdragon 625 like the on found on the ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro but I think it’s more to keeping costs low than anything else.
Anyway here are the benchmark results I got from the device.

It’s interesting to see that the ZenFone 4 Max Pro scored less than the than the ASUS ZenFone 3 Laser and the Wiko Ufeel Prime, both sporting the same chipset.

The Max Pro fared much better than the other Snapdragon 430 devices in Geekbench, coming out tops but still lagging way behind Samsung A7 and the Honor 6x.

The Max Pro’s performance was very good in 3DMark, especially when you compare them with the ZenFone 3 Laser and the Wiko Ufeel Prime which uses the same chipset.

The ZenFone 4 Max Pro’s PCMark score ain’t too shabby either. Slightly behind the Samsung A7 and way ahead of its Sqanpdragon 430 powered brethren.

Now on to the battery test. This is where the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro shines since it is marketed as a phone with superior battery life compared to the other smartphones out there and i’m happy to report that the Max Pro did outstandingly well. Sure it’s ways behind the ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom, which, keep in mind has a superior and more energy efficient chipset but the fact of the matter is, the Max Pro managed a whopping 13 hours of screen on time. With normal to heavy use I managed to go through close to two whole days without charging the device.
User Experience
As mentioned before, the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro supports two nano SIM cards and a separate micro SD. This is good because with the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro you don’t have to sacrifice your second SIM just to add extra memory, especially when most other phones opt for hybrid SIM card trays including the ASUS ZenFone 4 Selfie Pro.
The added thickness of the Max Pro makes the device very comfortable to hold. Unlike its predecessor which oftentimes became a little too slippery due its thin profile, this one feels very solid and one can confidently hold it securely.
The fingerprint sensor on the ZenFone 4 Max Pro is faster than the one found on its predecessor, though not by much. It still feels a little sluggish and inaccurate at times. Also the placement of the sensor felt a little awkward for me sometimes. Coming off the ZenFone 3 Max which had the fingerprint sensor on the back, it took some getting used to until I was completely comfortable with it being at the front of the device. Even then I still found myself groping the back of the device to unlock the device.
Like previous models in the ZenFone Max series, this one features a reverse charging capability via an OTG cable which turns your phone into an emergency powerbank.
ZenUI 4.0
I’ve always been a fan of ASUS’ ZenUI and I really like the new ZenUI 4.0. I like how clean it looks and how simple everything’s become. No more irksome bloatware taking up space on your phone, something ASUS was notorious for back in the day. There are still some ASUS apps pre-installed however but those can be easily uninstalled if need be. Don’t underestimate its simple looks though, underneath there are tonnes of customisation options for you to choose from to suit your needs.

The ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro has a 5.5 inch LCD display which is nice and bright but I cannot for the life of me forgive ASUS for giving this device a 720p display. Ok sure it might help with energy conservation and yeah sure some people might say that a FHD and an HD display are practically indistinguishable with a screen this size. No. A 720p device belongs on a device that you use to introduce your children to the world of technology with, not for a device of this calibre, at this day and age. Get it together ASUS.

Seems like everyone including their grandmother is jumping on the “dual rear camera setup” bandwagon nowadays and the ZenFone 4 Max Pro is no different. The Max Pro features a 16MP f/2.0 rear shooter partnered with a 5MP wide-angle camera. The dual cameras have a slight bump on the back that can be quickly remedied by slapping on the silicon case provided. Also, they’ve streamlined the camera UI to look more polished and less cluttered than previous versions. The main 16MP rear camera takes decent looking pictures in well lit environments and does okay in low light conditions with minimal noise. It is what you would expect from an ASUS device’s camera.
Brand new camera UI
This time however ASUS omitted the laser auto focus that has been prevalent throughout most of the ZenFone 3 line last year. Which is a shame though. I have to admit that I took the laser auto focus a little for granted because now when I take shots using the Max Pro, the time to it took to focus on something is quite noticeable long. And in some cases, it just wouldn’t focus.
Case in point. Everything else is in focus except for the subject I focused on!
Furthermore the whole idea of the 5MP wide-angle camera ASUS put on this device might have looked good on paper but in actuality felt very forced and tacked on. At times when I was taking pictures with it, it felt like it was there simply to capitalize on the dual camera hype without being given much thought. The pictures I took using the wide-angle lens camera looked outright ugly 80% of the time. The resolution is too small for the details to pop out and the field of view isn’t wide enough for the pictures to look stylish enough to warrant such angles. Well, at least it doesn’t just shoot monochrome.
Check out the pictures I took using the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro. There are a few pictures I took where one is using the main lens and the other using the wide-angle lens.

The 16MP front facing camera on the other hand takes very good and clear pictures. It has your usual beauty mode, auto focus and an LED flash. Check out the pictures I took below.
From left: A normal selfie without Beauty Mode or flash, a selfie with Beauty Mode turned on, a selfie with the LED flash
The main selling point of the Max Pro is its battery life and boy does it deliver that in spades. It is definitely by far the best feature of the device. This isn’t down to just the huge battery size though as ASUS has implemented a tonne of power saving features such as the always reliable Power Master and Mobile Manager apps. It can go through two or more days (depending on your usage) without having the need to charge the device pretty effortlessly.
One of the battery saving features which I found pretty interesting and extremely useful is when you’re taking time lapse videos. Shooting time lapse videos can be pretty power consuming so to combat this the Max Pro has a power saving mode (which you can toggle on and off) that dims your phone’s screen brightness and puts the device into airplane mode, basically turning everything else that can eat through your battery life and focusing all power on the time lapse video shoot.

17 hours worth of power left even after 3 days without charging!
Conclusion
I gotta admit I was a little underwhelmed with the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro. Not because it’s a terrible device, far from it. The device does its job splendidly as intended, evident in its long af battery life. However, as a sequel to the ever popular ZenFone 3 Max (ZC553Kl) which was leaps and bounds better than its predecessors, the ASUS ZenFone 4 Max Pro stumbles a bit with some strange omissions and a dual camera concept that seemed a little half cocked.
The ZenFone 4 Max Pro (ZC554KL) is perfect for users who would want a long lasting device and an affordable dual camera phone. However those who are looking for more firepower in terms of performance might have to look elsewhere.

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MasterCase Maker 5t lands in Malaysia, LAN party optimized

Cooler Master has released several variants of the MasterCase, and the latest one to arrive here is the MasterCase Maker 5t. The MasterCase 5t builds upon the successful FreeForm Modular System, adding tempered glass panels, red trim, a rubber grip handle and also a graphics card holder.

The MasterCase Maker 5t was designed to deliver a sharper, bolder look, akin to a sports car. To that end, red linings are everywhere to add an air of aggressiveness, while also fitting the red-black theme that many gaming-oriented components feature. Showcase the insides with the double tempered glass side panels which are just tinted to allow just enough light through to show off your hardware. A red LED strip, metallic paint highlights and sharp angles round off the sports car aesthetics.

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The MasterCase Maker 5t is not only all about looks though, as it features included fan and lighting controls. A Trooper-inspired handle makes it easier to carry your rig around to LAN parties, or just to show off your hardware. The rubber-wrapped handle is designed for up to 28.5kg of pure high performance hardware, so you should have no problem lugging your rig around even you have two graphics card. The included graphics card holder will also help you prevent your graphics cards from sagging, a common issue with current graphics cards that have hefty coolers.

The MasterCase Maker 5t is an impressive set of kit, but it can further be accessorized with Maker Made and other FreeForm Accessories. The FreeForm Modular System will allow you to customize both its innards and aesthetics, making your MasterCase truly one of a kind. The MasterCase Maker 5t is now available in Malaysia for a suggested retail price of RM999.
Pokdepinion: The MasterCase Maker 5t is a really pricey case at RM999, but once you factor in the modular capabilities that will allow you to upgrade the case as you go along, the price will seem more like an investment than a liability.
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Some Sony SD Cards Might Corrupt Your Files; Here’s How To Spot Them

Are you using a Sony SD card? Well you might want to be careful as some models are known to be defective and might corrupt your video files.
Defect Sony SD cards

It seems that Sony is aware of the issue and the cards that’s involved are the SF-M series, Tough SF-M series, as well as the Tough SF-G series.
Sony is said prepared to replace your cards should you happen to have one of them but before you try and contact support, you should take notice of how to precisely spot if your card is possibly a defect product.

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SF-series and Tough SF-M series

If you’re an owner of the SF-M series or the Tough SF-M series, you can simply flip the card over and look at the back. Should you see a star symbol at the lower left, your card is not affected by the problem. Should there be no star on it, well your card might be a defect product.
Tough SF-G series

Similar to the one above, should you see a star on the Tough SF-G series, your card is absolutely fine. However, if your card doesn’t have it but the letters and numbers at the back starts with ‘TV’ there is a chance that it’ll cause you problems. Cards that start with ‘TR’ are fine on the other hand.
It is said that Sony is offering a free replacement if you have one of the faulty cards. You will have to visit Sony’s online support website and give details such as the model number, date of purchase and the likes.
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Pokdepinion: At least they’ve acknowledged the issue and specify which of them are faulty.. Considering how much they cost, it’s nice to see that they are giving replacements.
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Monster Hunter World PC Version Details Teased – Release Date, PC Requirements, and More

Capcom confirmed that they will be releasing details on the PC version of Monster Hunter World very soon. When and what sort of info can we look forward to?
Monster Hunter World PC Version Details Teased

#MHWorld PC version details inbound: Monday, July 9th @ 9am PT / 5pm BST
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— Monster Hunter (@monsterhunter) July 7, 2018

Monster Hunter World is one of the most highly anticipated releases in recent times. Of course, if you’re on console, it’s highly likely that you’ve been enjoying the game for a while but the same can’t be said for your PC brethren. The only thing that was confirmed was that it was coming to PC but nothing much aside from that. In fact, the news of a delay from not too long ago disappointed a number of fans.

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Well, it looks like Capcom has stepped up and announced that they will be revealing some valuable details on the PC version of Monster Hunter World. It will be happening on Monday, 9th July 2018 at precisely 9AM PT / 5PM BST / 4PM GMT+8 (Malaysian and Singaporean timezone).
We will soon be able to know when exactly the PC version of Monster Hunter World will be released, where we can get our hands on it, and the minimum system requirements to run the game. I’m sure many of you out there are crossing your fingers now, hoping that it wouldn’t take too much to run the game. Perhaps it is time to hunt for some upgrades for your PC.
Be sure to stay tuned to Pokde.net as we will be keeping our eyes out on this and reporting it as soon as information becomes available.
Pokdepinion: I’m personally more curious about the recommended system requirements, wondering what sort of monster, pun intended, would be capable of running the game at its best.
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Genshin Impact 2.6 Leak Reveals Huge Xiao Buff with New Artifact Set

In the latest Genshin Impact 2.6 leak, the ever popular Xiao is expected to receive a huge buff thanks to a new artifact set coming your way. Here’s what you need to know.
Genshin Impact 2.6 Leak: Huge Xiao Buff with New Artifact Set
According to renowned Genshin Impact leaker Tz, there will be a new artifact set making its way to the game and it’s expected to bring a major buff for Xiao. From what we understand thus far, this is what the artifacts will bring:

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2-piece: +18% Attack bonus
4-piece: When casting Elemental Burst, the character gains 8% Attack. Subsequently for each time the character loses HP, an additional +10% attack is gained for a maximum of 4 stacks, lasting 16 seconds. This is effect is lost the moment the character leaves the field

There’s quite a bit to digest here when you think about it. You could be looking at a whopping 66% attack boost when using the new artifacts. This would be great news for Xiao mains as it will be good enough to strengthen his position at this point of the game. However, do take it with a pinch of salt first as miHoYo has yet to confirm the new artifacts.
Genshin Impact is currently available for free on the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch port of the game is coming sometime in the near future.
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Pokdepinion: That’s a pretty healthy attack boost if you ask me, it’s gonna make killing enemies a whole lot faster. Whether it’s worth the effort or not, that’s a different story.
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Rainbow Six Extraction Launching With Buddy Pass That Lets Your Friend Play For Free

Ubisoft has recently unveiled the launch day for the upcoming Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Extraction, which will also come with Buddy Pass upon release.
Rainbow Six Extraction launching with Buddy Pass

The game will be arriving on PC, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PS5, and PS5 where it will support full cross-play, cross-save, and cross-progression on the 20th of January 2022.

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Starting from today, you can pre-order the Standard Edition for the new lower price from RM125. Each edition of Extraction will provide you with two Buddy Pass tokens, which allows you to invite your friends to play with you for free up to 14 days across the mentioned platforms.
During that period, any progression their squad members earn will transfer over when they purchase the full game. Pre-orders for the game will unlock the Orbital Decay Cosmetic Bundle where the Deluxe Edition will top up three bonus packs from the price of RM159.
Those who play both Extraction and Siege will receive the United Front bundle, which offers four exclusive gearsets, split between both games, and will instantly unlock Extraction’s entire roster of 18 operators in Siege.
For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: The price is acceptable.. While I am tempted to play the game, the only drawback for me is the 3 player limit. It’d definitely be more fun with more friends to play together like Siege.
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Sony To Launch Playstation 4 FIFA 18 Bundle Pack; FUT Rare Players And 3-Months PS+ Included!

Incoming is Sony’s latest PS4 bundle; the Playstation 4 FIFA 18 Bundle Pack!
With the console war still raging on between PS, Xbox, and Nintendo, Sony decided on releasing a PS4 bundle which includes the highly anticipated football game FIFA 18 in a bid to attract sales.
So if you haven’t own a PS4 yet and you’ve been looking forward to playing FIFA 18, this is the perfect buy for you!

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Playstation 4 FIFA 18 Bundle
Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore has made an announcement today that they will be releasing the Playstation 4 FIFA 18 Bundle Pack. It will include a 500GB HDD Playstation 4 console (Jet Black), along with the FIFA 18 game itself, a download code for FIFA Ultimate Team Rare Players Pack and 3 ICON loan players, a one-year extended warranty service voucher card, as well as a Playstation Plus 3-Month Subscription voucher card.
For those of you who don’t know, FIFA 18 is one of the most highly anticipated sports title of the year. Alex Hunter returns in The Journey, which is equivalent to FIFA 18’s story/campaign mode. Embark on his journey as you decide the pathway of his career with every choice made will have a subsequent impact on the story.
If you’re wondering what the benefits of having a PS Plus membership, it includes:

Online Multiplayer access
Free games every month (as long as your subscription is still active)
Exclusive discounts, and eligibility for double discounts during certain sales period.
Online game saves
Priority access to special events
Auto download/update

The Playstation 4 FIFA 18 Bundle is priced at RM1499 and will be available nationwide officially on 29th September.
Pokdepinion: For people who haven’t own a PS4, certainly looks like a sweet deal for football fans. If you ever need more than just football, there’s also the free 3-months subscription of PS Plus and you’ll get free games (monthly) through that. Recommend the bundle to your friends if they’re planning to get a PS4 to play FIFA!
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Why Bandai Namco and NetherRealm Are Cutting Ties With WePlay Esports?

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— Bandai Namco Esports (@BNEesports) April 30, 2021

Esports has grown into a very successful entertainment source for gamers over the years but it did have its fair share of controversies. The most recent one involves Bandai Namco, NetherRealm Studios, and WePlay Esports.
Bandai Namco and NetherRealm Cutting Ties With WePlay Esports

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— NetherRealm (@NetherRealm) April 30, 2021

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Recently, both Bandai Namco and NetherRealm Studios have officially stated that they are cutting ties with WePlay Esports. Both companies cited a “difference in vision” as the reason why they are doing so but it’s rather vague so many people are confused as to what’s going on. However, we do believe we have an idea of the actual reasoning for it.
WePlay Esports announced a partnership with Esports gambling company 1xBet. This wasn’t seen as a positive move as many people in the fighting games community (FGC) have voiced their discomfort in the matter. After all, they are a betting company registered in Cyprus, which is well-known location for money-laundering, and also happens to be the location where the alleged founders fled to avoid prosecution in Russia.
For those of you who aren’t aware, WePlay Esports is an event organizer that has hosted Esports tournaments on games like Valorant, DotA 2, Tekken 7, and Mortal Kombat 11. In the case of the later two titles, that’s where Bandai Namco and NetherRealm Studios are playing a role as they are the people behind those games.
Given the shady reputation of those involved, it’s understandable why Bandai Namco and NetherRealm Studios chose to sever ties. This is certainly going to affect WePlay Esports quite a bit moving forward. If there are any additional developments to the story, we will report it as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Well, this certainly took a turn for the worst. They did try to clean up their image at one point but it didn’t quite work out. Not sure how they plan on overcoming all the hurdles in the future but I’m pretty much ready with my popcorn right here.
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MSI notebooks are ready for VR

MSI is rather aggressive at making their notebooks better for gaming. Just recently we saw their GT72S Tobii at the grand opening of their official store, offering eye-tracking capability to make gaming even more immersive. How do you go further than that? Virtual reality (VR) of course.

A desktop GTX 970 is the lowest card that gets NVIDIA’s blessing of being VR Ready. Any lower and you just lack the firepower needed for an adequate VR experience. Virtual reality is the next technology frontier, and MSI GT notebooks equipped with the desktop version of the GeForce GTX 980 are already ready for it. The models certified by NVIDIA as VR Ready include the:

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GT72S 6QF Dominator Pro and GT72S 6QF Dragon Edition (29th Anniversary Edition)
GT72S 6QF Dominator Pro G Heroes Special Edition
GT80S 6QF Titan SLI 29th Anniversary Edition
GT80S 6QF Titan SLI Heroes Special Edition

The notebooks were actually field-tested at CES 2016, as Intel used the notebooks to demo the HTC Vive. Taiwanese VR company 3Glasses also used MSI gaming notebooks for their VR products live demo, confirming that these notebooks are truly ready for it, and the certification isn’t just yet another shiny sticker on the body of these laptops.

Pokdepinion: These laptops are amazing beasts, and the addition of VR Ready certification just makes them even sweeter. I wish I could afford one though…
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Acer Introduces New Suite Of Business Solutions With Altos Range

Acer Malaysia has today unveiled of a new business solutions in their new Altos range. Interestingly, Malaysia is the first market outside of Taiwan to introduce the range.

Acer Altos QSAN XN3004T Tower 4+1 Bay NAS
First up is the Altos QSAN XN3004T NAS storage solution. It is made for small and medium enterprises that provide businesses the solutions to their computing performance and data storage needs. Thanks to the QSM 3 operating system, it provides a stable and reliable storage management. It comes with USB One Touch Copy Button which allows automatic backup of pendrives and external hard drives to pre-set folders.

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With its innovative (N+1) hybrid storage capacity, you can add an additional SSD that imrpoves data access performance without affecting the existing four 3.5-inch hard drive slots. It also comes with a built-in anti-virus for protection.
Equipped with four 2TB HHD, Acer Altos QSAN XN3004T Tower 4+1 Bay NAS is priced from RM4,699 and will be available for purchase at the official Acer online store and select Acer authorized dealers soon.
Acer Altos P Series Workstations
Next is the Acer Altos P series workstations. There’s the Altos P30 F6 that comes with the latest 8th Gen Intel Core processor with NVIDIA Quadro graphics card. Storage wise, it supports up to 64GB RAM and 32TB of internal storage.
If that’s not good enough for you, there’s the Acer Altos P330 F4 which is packed with server-grade Intel Xeon Processor Skylake-W Family and NVIDIA Quadro professional graphics card. It’ll be able to support up to a whopping 512GB RAM.
Other than that, it comes with a 900W power supply and a dual-fan option for increased airflow.
The Acer Altos P30 F6 is priced from RM4,280 onward and the Acer Altos P330 F4 is priced from RM8,799 onwards.
Acer AltosCloud VDI Solution
Last but not least is the Acer AltosCloud VDI (Virtual desktop infrastructure) solution. It allows you to set up your own virtual desktop computing system, doing away with the old computing provisioning models and the challenges that comes with them.
It’s ideal for organizations such as call centers, hospitals, and even library of schools, colleges, and universities. By connecting a keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the Acer Altos TC400 or TC410 and hosting the server through a LAN connection, the set-up is ready to perform like any desktop.
With it, the AltosCloud VDI can access their virtual desktop using a host of access devices such as desktops, PCs, Android phones, and Chromebooks.
Pokdepinion: Woah, they really mean business with the Altos range, especially that Acer Altos P330 F4…
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First Monster Hunter Movie Trailer Gives Us A Good Look At Rathalos and Diablos And They Look Glorious

Sony Pictures have just released the first full trailer of the upcoming live-action adaptation of Monster Hunter starring Milla Jovovich, Tony Jaa and Ron Perlman.

Based on the popular Monster Hunter video game series by Capcom, the movie is directed by Paul W.S. Anderson, who was also the director of the live-action movie adaptation of another one of Capcom’s popular franchises, Resident Evil. The trailer seems to point to a more grittier take on the series, a far cry to what fans of the Monster Hunter franchise might be accustomed to.
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The trailer offers a few extensive and awesome looks at familiar monsters of the series, namely Rathalos and Diablos. Other monsters such as Apceros and Nerscylla also makes brief appearances.
Check out the full synopsis of the Monster Hunter movie down below:
Behind our world, there is another: a world of dangerous and powerful monsters that rule their domain with deadly ferocity. When an unexpected sandstorm transports Captain Artemis (Milla Jovovich) and her unit (TI Harris, Meagan Good, Diego Boneta) to a new world, the soldiers are shocked to discover that this hostile and unknown environment is home to enormous and terrifying monsters immune to their firepower.
In their desperate battle for survival, the unit encounters the mysterious Hunter (Tony Jaa), whose unique skills allow him to stay one step ahead of the powerful creatures. As Artemis and Hunter slowly build trust, she discovers that he is part of a team led by the Admiral (Ron Perlman). Facing a danger so great it could threaten to destroy their world, the brave warriors combine their unique abilities to band together for the ultimate showdown.
The Monster Hunter movie is currently scheduled for release sometime this December though with the COVID-19 pandemic going around at the moment, a delay might be on the cards. You can check out the official website for more news and info about the film.
Pokdepinion: I didn’t really care for Paul W.S. Anderson’s previous Resident Evil movies so I am a bit on the fence on whether this film will turn out good or not. The monsters look pretty sick and glorious though.
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Next-gen Xbox Series S Announced At ~RM1,244

Microsoft has finally lift the lids on their next-gen console, the Xbox Series S and it has quite an affordable price tag.
Xbox Series S

👀 Let’s make it official! Xbox Series S | Next-gen performance in the ˢᵐᵃˡˡᵉˢᵗ Xbox ever. $299 (ERP). Looking forward to sharing more! Soon. Promise. pic.twitter.com/8wIEpLPVEq— Xbox (@Xbox) September 8, 2020

As you can see, the news was revealed at their Twitter page, where we can see the full design of the Xbox Series X as well as the price that it comes with, $299 (~RM1,244).
Now if you’re wondering on why exactly the next-gen console from Microsoft is rather cheap, well this isn’t exactly the top-end offering from the company. That would be the Xbox Series X instead.

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While we’ve yet to know how much officially the Xbox Series X will cost, it’s probably due to the drawbacks in terms of the specifications.
The Xbox Series S seems ideal however if you don’t really care about physical backwards compatibility or you don’t really care about having physical copies of games.
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Pokdepinion: I don’t know about you, but I’m actually liking the Series S’ design, even compared to the Xbox Series X. I highly doubt that the X will be priced anywhere near the console though..

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Capcom Announces Mega Man 11; The Blue Bomber Making Its Triumphant Return

After about an 8-year absence, the legendary Blue Bomber is making a return as Capcom has officially announced Mega Man 11, with a new hand-drawn art style.

Capcom Announces Mega Man 11

The time has come. After an 8 year break from the mainline series (and not to mention the disappointment that is Mighty No.9), the folks over at Capcom will be returning to Mega Man series with Mega Man 11 coming to all modern consoles in 2018.

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News comes by way of the long-teased Mega Man 30th anniversary livestream earlier today, where the Mega Man 11 trailer (as seen at the top of this post) was teased. As you will easily be able to note, Mega Man 11 is sporting a 2.5D aesthetic, a break from the the retro-inspired 8-bit graphics used since Mega Man 9.
In the trailer, fans of the series will notice a few things. The series robo-dog Rush makes an appearance about halfway through, where Mega Man jumps off his back to get to higher platforms. It seems like we only really get a glimpse of a mechanical-based stage, in what looks like a construction site. Mega Man is seen taking on a digger truck, drill-based enemy, and takes on a rock-based ability.
Little else is known about Mega Man 11, however we should be hearing more news about the game some time in the Summer of 2018. Mega Man 11 is set to launch on Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One in 2018. You can check out the brand new trailer at the top of this post.

Pokdepinion: I hope you are excited as I am when you saw this. Mega Man 11 has been confirmed and it’s not using the NES Mega Man aesthetics, which is a major plus point for me. No offense to the series creators but I fell in love with the look of Mega Man 8 and couldn’t go back to the old-school graphics for the series anymore.
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A Bad Firmware On Corsair’s PCIe 5.0 SSD Has Caused Overheating And Crashes

PSA: Be careful with SSD temperatures, especially PCIe 5.0 ones.
Corsair MP700 with heatsink installed – however this is not offered in the retail units. Image: Corsair
Corsair’s first PCIe 5.0 SSD, the MP700, is among the very few SSDs that runs on the latest PCIe standards – which usually requires significant cooling capabilities due to its high throughput. In the worse-case scenario, SSDs should thermal throttle itself should it detects overheating to prevent damage, however both Phoronix and TechPowerUp’s testing (without heatsink, since it doesn’t come with one) has saw the drive shutting down the system entirely in the event of overheating, crashing the system in the process.
While Corsair marketed the SSD prior to the launch with the heatsink installed (which includes a small fan to provide active cooling), the heatsink didn’t make the cut into the retail product. Instead, the company advised users to use heatsinks provided by their motherboards or any aftermarket solution available.

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In Phoronix’s testing without heatsink installed, the drive can consume up to 10 watts (which is near the maximum limit of the M.2 slot itself, at 11.55W per JEDEC’s specification) and resulted in the drive climbing up to 87°C – which is an unsafe temperature for a SSD to operate on, as virtually all drives maxed out at just 70°C. TechPowerUp’s testing has managed to crash the drive in as little as 55 seconds of sustained writing, and causing the device to disappear from the system unless a power cycle is performed. Surprisingly, all data is still intact despite the crashes.
Phison, who manufactures the majority of PCIe 5.0 SSD’s controllers (including the one from Corsair MP700), responded to Tom’s Hardware as follows:
After carefully reviewing the recent reports from TechPowerUp and Phoronix, Phison would like to acknowledge the issue found in the reviews of products using the new Phison PS5026-E26 controller. We take this matter seriously and are committed to resolving it promptly.
Our firmware engineering teams have already isolated the problem and made the necessary adjustments to the thermal throttle curve within hours of the report. However, the new firmware must undergo Phison’s strict validation process before our partners can release it to customers. Rest assured our partners will notify end-users as soon as the validated update is available.
It is important to note that all E26 SSDs shipped without a heatsink are intended to be used with a heatsink. Most motherboards shipping with PCIe Gen5 enabled also include cooling specifically designed for Gen5 SSDs. We offer the “bare drive” option to allow customers to use their existing cooling products.
We want to emphasize our commitment to providing high-quality products and solutions to our customers and will continue to work diligently to ensure their satisfaction. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this process.
The issue lies on thermal management, which the new firmware is expected to fix after it passes the internal validation process. It’s likely that the new firmware will limit on the maximum temperature allowed on the drive to prevent potential damage to the drives – so in the meantime if you happen to own one of these drives, hang tight and make sure your SSD has proper cooling available.
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Pokdepinion: I guess it makes sense now why some PCIe 5.0 coolers looked seemingly overbuilt, though this is technically the problem on the firmware anyways.
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Halo Infinite Multiplayer Now FREE on PC, Xbox Series X, and Xbox One

After a long wait, Halo Infinite is finally here…somewhat. The multiplayer portion of the game is now out for PC, Xbox Series X, and Xbox One. Here’s what you need to know.
Halo Infinite Multiplayer Launch

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During the Xbox 20th anniversary livestream, Microsoft shared a glimpse of the consoles’ past, along with some of the most popular games on their platform. At the same time, the Halo Infinite multiplayer beta was finally launched, which is great since Halo is pretty much synonymous with the Xbox brand.
The full game is still expected to launch on 8th December 2021 but with the free multiplayer portion of the game now available, we basically just have to wait for that release date to enjoy the single player campaign.
While Microsoft is calling this early release a beta, all of your progress in the game will still carry forward when the game is officially released. Moreover, you’ll get a chance to play the game’s first season, Heroes of the Breach.
Once again, the multiplayer portion of Halo Infinite is available for free on the Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and Microsoft Store.
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Pokdepinion: Well, it’s one way to build up hype for the game given the circumstances but I am also worried most people wouldn’t bother with the single player campaign anyway as they get engrossed by the multiplayer portion. Either way, I’ll see y’all in the game.
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HUAWEI Launch TECH4ALL Initiative In Partnership With MCMC

HUAWEI Malaysia has recently launch their digital inclusion initiative called TECH4ALL which sees them partner up with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) as well as strategic partners.
HUAWEI TECH4ALL initiative

The launch saw Zac Chow, the Vice President of HUAWEI Malaysia Carrier Network Business Group present the HUAWEI IdeaHub Smart Screen to YB Dato’ Saifuddin Abdullah, the Minister of Communications and Multimedia and Member of Parliament for Indera Mahkota. The Smart Screen will be used at selected schools throughout Indera Mahkota.
YB Dato’ Saifuddin has praised the initiative where he has said that the strategic partnership could accelerate progress in the country’s digital transformation agenda.

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HUAWEI believes that it is our responsibility to utilize our resources and technology to support the Malaysian government in bridging the digital divide and in developing ICT talents for future jobs in a digitized world.Zac Chow, Vice President of HUAWEI Malaysia Carrier Network Business Group
The HUAWEI IdeaHub Smart Screen integrates multiple functions such as multi-screen collaboration between mobile and PCs, interactive whiteboard, remote collaboration, as well as FHD video conferencing.
With the TECH4ALL initiative, they aim at bridging the digital divide in education by leveraging on its technology to provide high-quality education resources to students and empower teachers.
Pokdepinion: That’s the beauty of technology, it never stops. Hopefully the schools that’s involved will fully utilize the advantage.
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LG Tease 88-Inch 8K OLED Display TV – A World’s First!

LG Electronics in recent times has innovated and improved technology and now they are set to unveil a new world’s first 88-inch 8K OLED Display TV.
LG 88-Inch 8K OLED Display TV
While 4K and HDR were going mainstream, LG has stepped it up with the introduction of pushing their OLED technology to 8K (yeah, you read that correctly). It will be available for public viewing at CES (Consumer Electronics Show).
With 8K, it pushes an astounding amount of pixels with a native 7680 x 4320 resolution. Previously, LG’s flagship TV was a 77-inch which has a 4K display, so in terms of size and resolution, the new TV will be a massive upgrade.

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As far as specs go, that’s all the information that is made available. Despite that, we wouldn’t have to wait too long as CES 2018 will take place this January 7 2018, which is a couple of days away.
Pricing of the TV is unknown as well but safe to say, it’s definitely going to cost you a kidney (even more!). It would be interesting to see if LG opts to make it available in our shores.
Pokdepinion: 4K OLED screens nowadays are slowly getting more and more affordable. In addition, 4K content is also getting more in today’s world. With that said, not everyone will jump to the 8K ship, especially for a huge 88-inch size. I can’t think of many people who would afford to buy such TVs (well if i’m wrong, please buy me one!)

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Some PS4 Users Have to Factory Reset After Receiving Glitchy Message

One of the things being advised for PS4 users now is to set their messages to private. The reason for this is that people are sending messages that will cause the console to freeze up, with some even being forced to factory reset it in order for it to work again.
According to numerous Reddit users, the message can’t even be deleted from the mobile app but some did say it worked for them. Others stated that just receiving the message was enough to force a reset of their console.

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Reddit user “Huntstarck” stated:
Even deleting the message from the mobile app doesn’t work. It happened to me during Rainbow Six: Siege. A player from the other team used a dummy account to send the message and crashed my entire team. We all have had to factory reset. Only one of our guys wasn’t affected and he has his messages private. Do this ASAP to prevent this from happening to you.
Reddit User “ThatPissedOffDude” stated:
This just happened to me during Rocket League. Got a message then after a minute my controller stopped working and everything went silent. Now I can’t access the home menu. It just goes to the ‘Report Problem’ screen every time.
The folks over at Sony Interactive Entertainment has not given an official statement on the matter just yet. Most likely, they are still investigating the matter and will only issue an update when they know what exactly went wrong.
For now, it would be best to go and set your messages option to private, if you haven’t been affected yet, just in case. Better safe than sorry, y’know?
Pokdepinion: Well, this is certainly scary. It’s like that message that crashes your iPhones from before. Hopefully this will be remedied soon.
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