Xiaomi Mi A2 priced even more affordably now — get the Snapdragon 660-powered Android One device at just RM899!

One of the most affordable Snapdragon 660-powered smartphones in the market is even more accessible now! The Xiaomi Mi A2‘s price has been slashed for both the variants available in Malaysia, with the prices starting from RM899!

The Xiaomi Mi A2 comes with Android One, promising faster updates than its peers. The hardware is also pretty spot on for a mid-range device, featuring a Snapdragon 660 and up to 6GB of RAM. Xiaomi also did not compromise on the cameras, with a 12MP + 20MP f/1.75 rear camera setup, and a 20MP selfie camera up front.

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If you are looking for a great device below RM900, the Mi A2 4GB + 64GB variant should satisfy you with a price tag of just RM899. If you require more storage, the Mi A2 with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage is still priced at a very affordable RM1099.
What do you think? Does the Xiaomi Mi A2 entice you more now with its even more affordable price tag?
Pokdepinion: Despite coming with Android One, the Xiaomi Mi A2 has yet to enjoy Android 9 Pie… But it is updated with the latest security patches every month, so that’s something.
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[Unboxing] Plantronics RIG 800HS; Wireless Gaming Freedom

The unboxing of the Plantronics RIG 800HS wireless gaming headset. Our full review is coming very soon but for now, enjoy our unboxing video first.

[Unboxing] Plantronics RIG 800HS

The box of the Plantronics RIG 800HS exudes gaming in its design. The colour scheme and the information written on it just screams gaming. All of the headset’s features are written on the box; most on the back, some on the front, and the remaining on the sides.  The headset itself is packaged in a way that will minimize any possible damage from impact. Once you take off the headset from its “plastic throne”, you’ll find the wireless receiver just right below it.

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Dig deeper into the box and you’ll find the optical audio cable, microUSB cable, quick start guide, and warranty information. If these words seem a little vague for you or you simply need a clearer image of how the unboxing process looks like, check out the video above. Overall, there’s really no problems with the packaging of the product. Everything is packed neatly, the design appeals to gamers, and it should be able to protect itself in most shipping situations.
Our full review on this wireless gaming headset is coming out this evening. We just wanted to do a special preview for our beloved readers, hours before we publish the review. If you have any comments or suggestions for our unboxing videos, leave them in the comments section below or on our Facebook page. We’d love to hear from you.

Pokdepinion: Is the Plantronics RIG 800HS good? Is it bad? Well, you’re about to find out very soon. One thing’s for sure, I haven’t used wireless gaming headsets in a while. I found myself enjoying it so much that I forgot to put it down when I went to the bathroom a few times. Silly, I know, but it’s just that comfortable.
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Join In Samsung’s ‘Malaysia Di Hatiku’ Campaign And Win A New Samsung Smartphone

In collaboration with Universal Music Malaysia, Samsung Malaysia today launched ‘Malaysia di Hatiku,’ a Merdeka and Malaysia Day-themed campaign. The ‘Malaysia Di Hatiku’ song was released as part of the campaign, which encourages Malaysians to share their hopes and dreams for a better country.

Hip-hop musician Yonnyboii, Tabby from the rising girl group Dolla, and rappers Kmy Kmo and Luca Sickta all contribute to the new song. According to Samsung, the song is essentially a love ballad, but one dedicated to our country. Malaysians can count on loving their nation for the rest of their lives. As a result, we shall stand behind our country through thick and thin.

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‘Malaysia Di Hatiku’ is now on all digital streaming platforms. You can check out the official lyric video over at Universal Music Malaysia’s YouTube channel or just watch the video down below.

Take part in Samsung’s ‘Malaysia Di Hatiku’ campaign and win
Malaysians can demonstrate their positive spirit by showing their love for the country through the #MalaysiaDiHatiku campaign, which runs from August 20 to September 2. Malaysians are encouraged to duet with musicians Yonnyboii or Tabby, or battle rap it out with duo-rappers Kmy Kmo and Luca Sickta, as part of the campaign. Participants can then use the hashtag #MalaysiaDiHatiku to caption their videos and post them to TikTok with words of encouragement for other Malaysians.

The top three entries that best capture the essence of ‘Malaysia Di Hatiku’ will each get a brand new Samsung Galaxy A32. The winners will be announced at the conclusion of the campaign, which will take place on September 16, 2021, Malaysia Day.
Pokdepinion: Lol I don’t know a single person in the song. Am I old yet?
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TnG eWallet Now Offers Complete On-Street Parking Payment Coverage In Klang Valley

Touch ‘n Go eWallet users can now pay for parking conveniently through the TnG eWallet app in all 19 councils, including the new addition that completes the coverage in both Kuala Lumpur and Selangor areas. (Klang, Seremban-Nilai and Ampang Jaya City Councils are the latest additions.)
Alan Ni, Chief Executive Officer of TNG Digital Sdn Bhd said, “Touch ‘n Go eWallet is the first eWallet in Malaysia to offer complete coverage for on-street parking in both Kuala Lumpur and Selangor. With this, we are addressing pain points experienced by our users, especially with the removals of parking machines.”

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“With more than 300,000 users paying their parking fee with Touch ‘n Go eWallet daily, this expansion will bring good news to more users and our aim is to provide nationwide on-street parking coverage. No more skipping payment for parking, and drivers no longer need to search for parking ticket machines or paper tickets,” he further added.
The addition of three areas, now totaling 19, consists of following jurisdictions:

Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur
Majlis Bandaraya Subang Jaya
Majlis Perbandaran Kota Bharu
Majlis Perbandaran Kota Bharu: Pasir Tumboh
Majlis Perbandaran Kuala Langat
Majlis Bandaraya Shah Alam
Majlis Bandaraya Kuala Terengganu
Majlis Daerah Machang
Majlis Perbandaran Sepang
Majlis Perbandaran Kajang
Majlis Perbandaran Kuala Selangor
Majlis Perbandaran Selayang
Majlis Perbandaran Teluk Intan
Perbadanan Putrajaya
Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya
Majlis Bandaraya Seremban
Majlis Bandaraya Seremban: Nilai (new)
Majlis Perbandaran Klang (new)
Majlis Perbandaran Ampang Jaya (new)

To pay for on-street parking, simply tap the Parking icon in the “Services” section on the app’s home screen. From there, select “Pay For Parking Now”, then provide details on the location and the vehicle. Make sure the details are correct, and proceed to payment.
In order to encourage the use of parking payment service, TnG eWallet is running a campaign starting today until 4 Aug 2023, where payments of RM0.40 and up will get a one-time RM0.50 cashback, valid for 250,000 transactions. Users who make five payments each exceeding RM0.40 will be eligible for lucky draw, with prizes including Sony PlayStation 5, Realme smartphone, or RM100 reload pins.
Pokdepinion: Good news if you park in these areas – and use the app for more convenience if you can!
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iOS Users Can Now Smart Download Netflix Contents

If you may recall, Smart Downloads on Netflix was introduced to Android and Windows 10 users last year. Well now, Netflix has brought the feature to iOS users to enjoy as well.

With the feature and once you have finished watching a downloaded episode on your Netflix iPhone app, Smart Downloads will automatically download the next episode and delete the one that you’ve just watch when you are connected to Wi-Fi. The feature won’t download content if you are connected to only your mobile data.

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If you don’t like for your episodes to be deleted after watching them, you can simply manually manage your download content and switch off the Smart Download feature. To check on your downloads, you will see a status notification on your phone when downloading is in progress and you’ll receive a notification when the downloads are complete.
Pokdepinion: It comes in handy I’d say. Who knows when you are binging while on your travels and suddenly your mobile data is low. At least that assures you of an episode to enjoy more.
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HTC Desire 12 And Desire 12+ Available In Malaysia – Get It At Lower Price With A Limited Time Offer!

HTC has announced that their two brand new phones, the HTC Desire 12 and HTC Desire 12+ is now available here in Malaysia which you can purchase at Shopee.
HTC Desire 12 And HTC Desire 12+
Following the company’s global launch of both HTC Desire 12 and 12+, you can now get these devices here in our shores. The HTC Desire 12+ features a bigger 6-inch display compared to the standard’s version of 5.5-inch and both of them offers a 18:9 ratio display.
The HTC Desire 12 comes with a 13MP main shooter which includes PDAF (phase detection autofocus) while the 12+ offers a dual camera (2MP), giving you the ability to refocus photos, even after the shot is taken to add a bokeh effect.

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Build wise, both of them pay tribute to the U11 series’ Liquid Surface, where they incorporate an acrylic glass back surface with a streamlined look.
HTC Desire 12+ utilizes a Snapdragon 450 chipset, where else the standard edition comes with a MediaTek MT6739 chip instead. Under the hood, the 12+ packs a 2,965mAh battery, bigger compared to the 2,730mAh of the 12.
With the launch, HTC Malaysia has also announced of their move into the e-commerce section through their partnership with Shopee to venture into the Malaysian market. This news will give HTC fans in the country greater accessibility and convenience to purchase HTC products, starting with the two devices.
In addition to the launch, you can pre-order both devices on Shopee at a special lower price of RM599 (RRP RM739) and RM729 (RRP RM899) respectively. Both variants will be available in two color variants, Warm Silver as well as Cool Black. This offer will be valid from 9am onwards on April 26 for a limited time. To be a part of this offer, you can click here to check out that out. Worth noting is that there will be 1,000 units up for grabs, where first come first serve basis applies.
Pokdepinion: Good news, this is. It was hard to gain access to official HTC products here in Malaysia. Hope this marks of something new to the market.
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ASUS TUF FX504 Is Now RM200 Cheaper

ASUS has announced of a new price change towards their TUF FX504 gaming laptop, where you can now get them cheaper by RM200.
ASUS TUF FX504 New Malaysian Price

Here are the new prices for variants of the ASUS FX504;

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Model
Specifications
Price

FX504G- MEN039T

i7 8750H
GTX1060
8GB DDR4
1TB SSHD
128 NVME SSD
15.6” 120Hz 3ms Full HD TN

RM4,899

FX504G- ME4308T

i5 8300H
GTX1060
4GB DDR4
1TB HDD
128 NVME SSD
15.6” Full HD TN

RM3,899

FX504G- E4269T

i7-8750H
GTX1050Ti
4GB DDR4
1TB SSHD
128 NVME SSD
15.6” Full HD IPS

RM4,099

FX504G- DE4509T

i7 8750H
GTX1050
4GB DDR4
1TB SSHD
128GB NVME
15.6” Full HD IPS

RM3,899

FX504G-DE4492T

i7 8750H
GTX1050
4GB DDR4
1TB SSHD
15.6” Full HD IPS

RM3,799

FX504GD

i5 8300H
GTX1050
4GB DDR4
1TB SSHD
15.6” Full HD TN

RM3,149

FX504GD

i5 8300H
GTX1050
4GB DDR4
1TB 5400rpm HHD
15.6” Full HD TN

RM2,999

For more details, you can checkout ASUS Malaysia’s official Facebook page to learn more.
Pokdepinion: Hmm, tempting. I’m still using the previous FX503. I wonder if I should get a new one.
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Dell Mobile Connect Now Lets You Mirror Screen and Transfer Files to iPhone

On our recent two Alienware product reviews, we mentioned about the Alienware / Dell Mobile Connect software which links up your smartphone to the PC wirelessly. This allows for easy screen mirroring, file sharing, and checking notifications via PC. However, it was limited to Android smartphones before. Now, we finally have support for the iPhone / iOS.
The update is currently being rolled out as Dell Mobile Connect version 3.0 on the Microsoft Store and Apple App Store. Now iPhone users can easily mirror their screens, transfer files, and interact with their phone without directly using the iPhone. Not only does this put the software a step up from the Your Phone app from Microsoft, you can’t even do this natively with an iPhone on a Mac.

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For the full release notes of the Dell Mobile Connect 3.0, check it out right below here:
Dell Mobile Connect 3.0 Release Notes

File Transfer for photos and videos is now available for iPhone users.
Mirroring is now available for iPhone users.
MMS support for image or videos for Android users.
No need to keep the Dell Mobile Connect iPhone app in the foreground for sending SMS.

The software is only compatible with Dell or Alienware PCs, which includes desktops and laptops. You can get the update from the Microsoft Store and the Apple App Store on iPhone.
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Pokdepinion: One of the easiest, most useful tools on Dell and Alienware PCs, it’s hard to find an alternative, free solution that is as easy as this one.
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Brawlhalla Gets New Tournament Series In Southeast Asia

Beginning July 9, Ubisoft and Meta will bring the Brawlhalla community together in Southeast Asia for a series of four esports tournaments. The Southeast Asia Challenger Series will be open to all players in the region and will be aired in English on Twitch and YouTube worldwide.
Incoming new Southeast Asian tournament series for Brawlhalla

The overall prize pool for the four events will be USD5,000 (RM20,587.50), with each week’s prize pool increasing. In addition to cash rewards, each week’s top 16 players will receive a one-of-a-kind in-game item named after the tournament series. The competition will begin on July 9 and run once a week through July 30.

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David Kisich, Director of Esports for Brawlhalla at Blue Mammoth Games, commented, “We are happy to be working with Meta and ESE to bring more competitive events to the Southeast Asian region. We know there are many passionate gamers there and look forward to continuing to give our many players in the region more opportunities to participate and compete.”

Konrad Wasiela, CEO of ESE, commented, “We are excited to see our partnership with Meta expand with a tournament series in SEA for the game Brawlhalla. ESE is thrilled to be able to sponsor the Challenger Series and work alongside tournament organizer Meta and Ubisoft. We look forward to making this tournament series a huge success.“
Alan Chou, CEO of Meta, “Southeast Asia is one of the fastest-growing regions in the world for esports. The region is also very diverse and we are happy to be working with BMG, Ubisoft and ESE to bring more competitive action to the fighting game community with a fantastic game in Brawlhalla.”
To sign up for the SEA Challenger Series and other community ran Brawlhalla tournaments, head over here.
Pokdepinion: I kinda like Brawlhalla. I’m not a huge fan of the art style but the gameplay is pretty fun. Reminds me a lot of Super Smash Bros.
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Clubhouse Chats Have Been Breached – Security Now Being Questioned

Clubhouse has grown in popularity exponentially since it was first launched, due in part to notable figures making their way to the social networking platform. Now, it’s facing some major issues as some chat audio has been breached, which calls the platform’s security into question.
Clubhouse Chats Have Been Breached

Clubhouse provided us with the following statement promising changes. We found that the use of Shanghai-based Agora is fundamental to the function of the app and building logical and technical controls between the US and PRC infrastructure will be extremely complicated. pic.twitter.com/K27SmO4PtG
— Alex Stamos (@alexstamos) February 16, 2021

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It appears that audio chats in Clubhouse may not be as private and secure as we might have expected as Bloomberg recently reported that a particular user was able to stream audio from “multiple” rooms into their own 3rd party website. This action is in clear violation of the app’s policies as it only allows people within the chatrooms to hear and discuss about it.
According to the developers, the user has now been permanently banned from Clubhouse, and that they have implemented new “safeguards” to prevent such a thing from happening again. Security analysists however aren’t convinced on the matter.
Clubhouse cannot provide any privacy promises for conversations held anywhere around the world.
Alex Stamos, Former Facebook security chief
Stamos who also heads Stanford Internet Observatory, had previously pointed Clubhouse’s potential vulnerability to be spied by the Chinese government and links to Agora, a Shanghai-based company subjected to China’s internet laws and legal requests.
At the moment, Clubhouse is currently the most popular free iOS app on the Apple App Store, and continues to be one of the most popular apps in every region. If you are using the app, do be careful.
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Pokdepinion: Well, it’s a new platform so I’m not surprised these kind of things happen. Now it’s a matter of whether they can fix it fast enough and bolster their security efforts even further.
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Genshin Impact Removes Elliot Gindi as VA for Tighnari Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

After the recent controversy surrounding Elliot Gindi, Genshin Impact will be getting a new voice actor for the character, Tighnari.
Tighnari Getting New Voice in Genshin Impact Soon

Dear Travelers,
After communications with the voice recording agency, we hereby confirm that Elliot Gindi, the English voice actor for Tighnari will no longer be voicing the character in subsequent versions due to a breach of contract.
— Genshin Impact (@GenshinImpact) February 16, 2023

Genshin Impact, the popular action role-playing video game, has announced on Twitter that it is severing ties with Elliot Gindi, the English voice actor for the character Tighnari, due to allegations of sexual misconduct. The development team cited a breach of contract as the reason for Gindi’s dismissal and is currently in talks with a voice recording agency to replace him with future updates.

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The controversy surrounding Gindi began when one of his Twitch moderators shared a document that contained alleged chat logs and screenshots of Gindi engaging in sexual misconduct with fans, some of whom were reportedly minors. The document also contained explicit content related to the voice actor, including accusations of streaming in his underwear and requesting sexual photos and videos from fans.

Gindi subsequently apologized for his behavior via Twitter but confirmed some of the allegations against him. He denied pursuing a sexual relationship with underage fans and claimed that the underwear streams were not meant to be sexual. Gindi also denied knowledge that the fans in question were minors. However, his fellow voice actors publicly condemned and expressed outrage at his behavior, and he left social media with no indication of returning.
In response to the controversy, Genshin Impact has announced that it is now in discussions with a voice recording agency regarding matters of casting and re-recording for Tighnari’s in-game voice lines. The studio has confirmed that Gindi will no longer be voicing the character in subsequent versions of the game due to a breach of contract.
The studio has also stated that it will gradually replace Tighnari’s existing in-game voice lines and issue updates in the corresponding announcements. However, at present, it is unknown who will replace Elliot Gindi as the voice of Tighnari.
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Pokdepinion: This shouldn’t be a surprise after word got out. If you had to pick someone to voice Tighnari, who would you pick?
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Days Gone PC VS PS4 Comparison – It Works A Lot Better Now

Many gamers were surprised to see the PlayStation-exclusive game Days Gone being ported over to PC. For those who don’t own a game console, it will finally allow you to experience the game but for those who’ve already played it, you may be wondering what differences are there from the original release. Here’s a detailed comparison so you know what’s new in the port.
Improved Visuals

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Typically with console releases, it will lack the graphics customization options. At most, you may have an option to toggle between fidelity and performance modes like with Spider-Man Miles Morales. On PC, that is not an issue as Days Gone will let you configure a whole bunch of graphical options to your liking. Whether it’s adjust shadow details or foliage draw distance, there’s quite a bit for you to tinker around with.
Furthermore, you can adjust the resolution accordingly with your display or go for a lower one to boost framerates for a smoother gameplay experience. It’s worth noting that on the PS5, it uses checkerboard 4K resolution whereas the game can run on PC with native 4K resolution, giving you that crisp visual with no artifacts especially while moving…provided your graphics card can handle the load.
Another major plus point for the PC port of Days Gone is a proper support for ultra-wide monitors. You’ll be able to enjoy a wider field of view of the post-apocalyptic landscape that’s in the game. Simply put, it just looks better on PC for as long as you have a capable machine to run the game in its full glory.
Full Speed Ahead

For those of you who are wonder, Days Gone on the PS4 is capped at 30FPS. There is a next gen patch for the PS5 which will allow it to run up to 60FPS. On PC however, it’s much better as the framerates are unlocked, letting it run as smooth as your machine can handle.
When I tried the PC port of Days Gone, the frames do drop from time to time but then boosts up to 100FPS and above again shortly after. I do believe the game could use more optimizations but that shouldn’t be a problem as the developers could easily release an update to fix the occasional performance lag.
Another area that sees a huge improvement for the PC port, which is something I complained about in my review of the game, is the loading speed. It’s non-existent when I played it, which is excellent as it took too long on the PS4. I do expect it to be better on the PS5 but at least for the PC version, that downside of my review is no longer an issue.
More Ways to Play the Game

On the PS4 version, you can only play the game using DualShock 4 or PlayStation-authorized gamepads like the Razer Raiju series or the Nacon Revolution series. For PC, you can use any gamepad / controller you like, especially thanks to Steam’s native support for a wide variety of peripherals. Whether it’s the Nintendo Switch Pro controller, the Xbox One controller, or some other gamepad, the skies the limit.
Not to forget, there’s the holy grail of PC gaming, which is the keyboard and mouse combination. This lets you enjoy a more precise gunplay experience as it’s typically easier to aim and shoot with them. You can freely customize them in the Settings menu, so you literally have more ways to play the game and you can play it exactly the way you like.
Bonus Content

As many of you may know by now, Horizon Zero Dawn was ported over to PC complete with all the DLCs like the Frozen Wilds expansion. The same thing is happening with the Days Gone PC port as it immediately comes with all the DLCs released for the game thus far for no extra charge. This includes New Game Plus, Survivor Mode, Challenge Mode, and more.
While there is no story expansion for the game and the sequel supposedly not getting the necessary approval to begin development, Sony Interactive Entertainment could change their mind if the PC port does well. With that being said however, we doubt that a story expansion DLC would come for free this way as it would be launched after the PC port happened. If it helps get the sequel that much-requested sequel, why not, right?
Is the PC version of Days Gone better? Almost undoubtedly so. Sure, the PS5 patched version would see some huge improvements but there’s a host of features available on PC that would make it hard to fight against, assuming you have a gaming PC that can handle the game in its entirety.
If you want to see our review of Days Gone on the PS4, click right here.
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[E3 2019] The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening Release Date Confirmed

At the Nintendo E3 2019 presentation, there was a brand new trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening. Not only that, we also the a proper release date for the game.
The trailer opens with the beginning moments of Link’s Awakening, with Marin finding Link on the shore of Koholint Island. In fact, the trailer is filled with a ton of nostalgic moments if you’ve played the original release, including the fishing mini-game, to Link waking up at Marin and Tarin’s home.
The latter half of the reveal featured a new dungeon building mode that allows you to build dungeons from chambers you earn as you play the game. Completing your dungeon will earn you some rewards; in the case from the trailer, Link was rewarded with a Fairy Bottle.

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The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening originally released back in 1993 for the Game Boy and is the first game in the series to be brought to a handheld system. Link’s Awakening is one of the odder titles in the series, featuring side-scrolling sections, and characters and creatures from other Nintendo games like Kirby, Yoshi, and Chomp. It also is set on Koholint Island and has nothing to do with Princess Zelda.
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening remake was revealed earlier this year on a Nintendo Direct. Complete with an animated introduction, the announcement trailer gave us a look at the remake’s cutesy art direction, as well as some familiar scenery from the 26-year-old game.
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening will be coming to the Nintendo Switch on 20th September 2019.
Pokdepinion: I really like how they try to maintain the classic style because I really enjoyed that style of gameplay.
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EA Sports And EA Games Are Now Two Separate Entities Under Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts is going through a bit of organization restructuring recently, and the biggest change to come out of it is EA Sports and EA Games are now separate entities. Adding to that, your next EA Games title will no longer bear this name – as the organization will now be renamed as EA Entertainment.
For reference – EA Sports is responsible for the video game giant’s officially-licensed sports titles, including the recently-acquired Formula 1 (racing), Madden NFL (American football), PGA Tour (golf), NHL (ice hockey), UFC (martial arts) and formerly FIFA (the license is expiring, and moving forward it’ll be renamed as EA Sports FC instead). EA Entertainment meanwhile manages fictional IPs such as Battlefield, Need for Speed, Mass Effect, Dead Space, Titanfall and more.

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The name change should make the statement pretty clear that EA is moving beyond just games. “We’re building the future of interactive entertainment on a foundation of legendary franchises and innovative new experiences, which represents massive opportunities for growth,” said Andrew Wilson, CEO of EA. “Our business remains strong,” he further added, to put out any doubts on the company’s performance.
What the result may end up be is of course anyone’s guess right now – but from the announcement, it looks like much of the lower-level personnel will remain as-is for now. Vince Zampella will continue his leadership at Respawn Entertainment and DICE, creators of Titanfall (Apex Legends) and Battlefield franchise respectively; and Cam Weber will continue on leading the Sports arm. The change also promises more independent control for the two new entities, though both will of course remain under EA CEO’s oversight.
Source: IGN
Pokdepinion: It’s unlikely to see what comes out of this reorganization in the short-term, but let’s see what comes next.
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[E3 2018] Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna – The Golden Country Expansion Announced

At the Nintendo Direct presentation in E3 2018, Nintendo announced Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna – The Golden Country expansion for the Nintendo Switch.
E3 2018: Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna – The Golden Country Expansion Announced

At the Nintendo Direct presentation in E3 2018, Nintendo announced Xenoblade Chronicles 2: Torna – The Golden Country story expansion. The expansion is set to hit the Nintendo Switch sometime in September 2018.
The trailer shows us characters traveling the world of Xenoblade Chronicles 2, but this expansion brings us to the background of major antagonist, Jin, and the history of his birthplace, Torna. Dubbed “the Golden Country”, we will get a chance to see what Torna once was and what it has become, perhaps adding some insight into some of the major villains’ motivations.

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We can only expect to see more of Jin’s history and that of his country coming to this particular expansion, which will be the last listed expansion on the game’s site. If you have the expansion pass, you will be getting the expansion as it comes out. However, you can also purchase the story content separately if you so wish.
The game expansion will be releasing on the Nintendo Switch sometime in September of this year, though you can pick up Xenoblade Chronicles 2 right now for the platform as it has already been released.
For more developments and news at E3 2018, be sure to stay tuned to Pokde.net
Pokdepinion: Well, it’s not a new Xenoblade game and quite frankly, it’s too soon to expect one anyway so having this expansion is a plus for fans.
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HONOR MagicBook Pro And HONOR Watch GS Pro Arriving This 6 October

The folks at HONOR Malaysia has confirmed that they will be launching both the HONOR MagicBook Pro and the HONOR Watch GS Pro to the country this coming 6th of October 2020.
HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro coming soon

While recently the company launched the entry-level HONOR 9S, the two new devices will soon make their way to our shores here in Malaysia.
The HONOR MagicBook Pro packs an AMD Ryzen 5 4600H processor and integrated Radeon graphics. In terms of the display, it sports a 16.1-inch FullView Display that comes with a 90% screen-to-body ratio and the laptop weighs only 1.7kg.

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Then there’s the HONOR Watch GS Pro, a rugged smartwatch that’s aimed for outdoor adventurers. It comes with a long 25-day battery life, at least claimed by HONOR, while also meeting a total of 14 MIL-STD-810G military-grade certification standard.
Earlier last month, both the HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro managed to bag the Gold IFA-PTIA award for High-performance Innovative Laptop and Outdoor Innovation Wearable.
So far there’s no official confirmation on their prices but we’ll probably learn more as we reach nearer to their launch date this 6 October 2020. Till then, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: I wonder how it’ll fair against the standard MagicBook that we’ve reviewed previously and how much it’ll cost..

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Asia GAME Festival Bringing All-rounder Gaming Experience – Promises immersive and all-encompassing experience for gamers

Asia GAME Festival: a complete package

The Inaugural Asia GAME Festival is a one of a kind gaming event that will be providing an all-rounded gamer experience. For the first time ever in a gaming event, the Asia GAME Festival will be bringing together esports, community gaming, Cosplay, animation, music and gaming-related talks for an all-encompassing experience for gamers everywhere.

The AGF is organised by Magika Pte Ltd, in partnership with the Singapore Cybersports & Online Gaming Association and CPL Digital Entertainment Pte Ltd. Anthony Kang, the CEO of Magika and the Festival Chairman of Asia GAME Festival said that the biggest reason for organising the festival of this sort is due to the rapid rise of gaming and esports in the Southeast Asia region and with it being the number one market in the world. He also added,

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Singapore, as the central hub for the region, makes it the ideal location to stage the inaugural festival.
Kang further stressed that AGF will be a unique event as the festival is all-inclusive with four related key entertainment components, namely: Gaming, Animation/Anime, Music and Esports.
The Asia GAME Festival will be hosting the largest number of esport championships in Asia. Some of these include the inaugural CPL Championship-PUBG – featuring PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds – with players from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia and Philippines battling it out to become the first PUBG champion in the region. This will also be the first ever offline 100-man battle royale competition held in Singapore.

The Hyperplay Singapore National Qualifier, featuring League of Legends will also be held during the Asia GAME Festival. The Singapore National Qualifier will determine who represents Singapore in Hyperplay, the first ASEAN League of Legends competition and music festival showcasing four electrify concerts happening in August 2018.
Celebrity gaming influencers Treephob “Xyclopz’ Tiangtrong from Thailand and Tiffani “Babyoling” Lim from Malaysia will also be at the festival as shoutcasters. You can catch them live via live stream through media partners Twitch and Yahoo!.

Cosplay fans coming to AGF can look forward to meeting renowned Cosplayers Aza Miyuko from South Korea and Yuegene Fay from Thailand, amongst several others. They will also get the chance to play with the Cosplayers in a unique, first-of-its-kind environment. There will also be a cosplay competition where the celebrity Cosplayers will judge the best costumes.
There will also be two back to back nights of J-pop concerts happening at the Asia GAME Festival featuring popular Anisong rock
band BACK-ON, Anisong group bless4, upcoming Anisong singer ASAKA, and Utaite singer Underbar as well as DJ Caesar.
The Asia GAME Festival will be happening on on 9 & 10 June 2018, at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. For more information on the Asia GAME Festival activities as well as ticketing information, do head over to their official website right here. You can even score free tickets to the festival as well. Details will be on their website.
Pokdepinion: Wow this looks like a fun romp. Anyone willing to go with me to the festival?
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Another pair of AirPods clones is coming to Malaysia next week

Apple makes some really good designs, and that’s probably why they are copied so often. The Apple AirPods has been copied by many manufacturers, and OPPO will be next to bring in their version into Malaysia. The OPPO Enco Free will be available in Malaysia starting 16th January.

OPPO’s take on the AirPods is actually quite cool. While the AirPods sits in your ears without trying to block out sound, the OPPO Enco Free actually comes with eartips to help get a more secure fit. It’s not going to be as in your ears as regular in-ears monitors, but they will help the Enco Free sit in your ears better aside from blocking out a bit more ambient noise.

The battery life is rated at up to 5 hours of music playback, or 25 hours in total with a full charged charging case. If you use it for calls, OPPO promises around 3 hours of battery life, because it offers AI uplink noise cancellation, whatever that means.

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OPPO also claims minimal latency of 120ms, which is still relatively high if you want to use it for gaming or similarly sensitive applications. The Enco Free’s left and right earbuds communicates with your phone simultaneously, unlike older designs which involve the primary earpiece in charge of communicating with your smartphone and then relaying the signal to the other one.
“Doube tap”. Yep these were taken from OPPO’s official website.
If you are interested in these AirPods clones, just stay tuned as OPPO will be releasing a trickle of information in the coming days as we near the launch of the OPPO Enco Free.
Pokdepinion: Why do these designers like the pea shooter design from PvZ that much?
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HUAWEI nova 4 Specifications and Price for Malaysian Market

HUAWEI nova 4 Specifications for Malaysian Market

HUAWEI nova 4 specifications are right below here.

CPU/Chipset:
Kirin 970 Octa-Core (4 x Cortex A73 @ 2.36 GHz + 4 x Cortex A53 @1.8 GHz)

GPU:
Mali-G72 MP12

RAM:
8GB

Display:
6.4″ FHD+ (1080 x 2310) LTPS IPCS LCD display, 86% Screen-to-Body Ratio, 398ppi

Storage:
128GB

Camera:
Main Camera(s)
20 MP, f/1.8, PDAF
16 MP, f/2.2, 13mm
2 MP, f/2.4, depth sensor
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
25MP f/2.0, gyro-EIS, Full [email protected] fps videos

OS:
Android 9.0 Pie, EMUI 9.0.1

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac dual band (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot
Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, EDRLE, aptX HD
USB-C

Audio:
Mono speakers
3.5mm jack with active noise cancelling

SIM:
Dual SIM (Nano)

Battery:
3750 mAh with 18W Fast Charging

Weight:
172 g

HUAWEI nova 4 Price in Malaysia

The HUAWEI nova 4 price will be retailing for RM1,899 in Malaysia. Every purchase will entitle you to rewards worth up to RM1,000 via the HUAWEI VIP app.

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If you want to purchase the HUAWEI nova 4 smartphone, click right here.
For more details on the HUAWEI VIP app rewards in Malaysia, click right here.
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#GrabDurian Is Back In Town Again — Enjoy RM15 Off Your Durians!

It’s the Durian season right now. Well we’ve got a question for you. Are you craving them? If so, GrabDurian is back in town again with deals for you to enjoy the “King of Fruits”.
#GrabDurian Is Back Again
With #GrabDurian, lovers of the fruit can enjoy RM15 off your Durian bill on the 21st and 22nd of July 2018 when you pay with GrabPay Credits from 2pm – 10pm at all participating GrabDurian outlets in Klang Valley, Perak, Penang, Johor, Melaka, Sabah, and not to forget, Pahang.
Specially for Platinum and Gold Grab customers in the Klang Valley region, you can buy a Musang King at only RM8 per fruit through GrabPay credits when you redeem the exclusive discount from the GrabRewards catalogue for only 500 points.

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This discount can be redeemed on GrabRewards on July 18, 2018. Where else purchase of the fruit can be made on July 21st and 22nd. Do note that limited fruits is available and will be based on a first come first serve basis.
For more information on the deals and also the list of participating outlets, you can click here to check that out.
Pokdepinion: It is the season to get them Durians! What are you waiting for? Might as well turn those rewards into something you can eat!
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LG To Unveil QNED Mini LED TV At CES 2021

The folks at LG will introduce their first-ever LG QNED Mini LED TVs at the upcoming CES 2021, which will be held virtually due to the pandemic.
LG QNED Mini LED TV
The LG QNED Mini LED TVs will be the brand’s giant leap forward in LCD TV picture quality. Thanks to quantum dot and NanoCell technology with Mini LEDs as the light source, the company has claimed that brightness and contrast are far superior to that of conventional LCD TVs.
They’ve said that the 2021 line-up will include 10 new 4K and 8K covering a wide range of size, ranging up to 86-inches. Aside from that, they come with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.

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LG’s Mini LED backlighting comprises of up to 30,000 tiny LEDs that produce high peak brightness and a contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1 when paired with up to nearly 2,500 dimming zones and advanced local dimming technology.
This in hand, offers better HDR image quality with good contrast and blacks, a wide color gamut and incredible color accuracy, or so they say.
The LG 86-inch 8K QNED TV will be on display at their virtual booth during CES 2021 starting from the 11th of January 2021.
Pokdepinion: Sounds impressive… but surely they’ll come with a hefty price tag, no? Let’s hope that is not the case.
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Acer Predator Cestus 335 and 315 Revealed with New Nitro Keyboard and Mouse

Not only did Acer Malaysia reveal their brand-new laptops, desktops, and displays, they recently introduced the new Predator and Nitro peripherals which are the Predator Cestus 335, Predator Cestus 315, and also the Nitro keyboard and mouse.
Acer Predator Cestus 335 and Cestus 315
The Predator Cestus 335 is an ergonomic gaming mouse featuring a PixArt 3370 sensor and a polling rate of 2,000Hz, enabling you to place every movement, shot, or heal with precise precision. The mouse has five color-coded DPI levels and a maximum resolution of 19,000 DPI. Gamers can quickly alter the setup with up to five profiles using the QuarterMaster application, which has 10 programmable buttons.

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Predator Cestus 315, on the other hand, includes a PixArt 3325 sensor and up to 6,500 DPI with 4-level presets to allow gamers to effortlessly adjust their chosen speed. With its 8 functions, this mouse allows gamers to defeat opponents without relying on keyboard hotkeys.
Nitro Keyboard and Mouse

The new Nitro keyboard and mouse are ideal for beginners and casual players. The Nitro keyboard’s 19 anti-ghosting keys ensure that every keypress is registered, no matter how intense the gameplay becomes.

The Nitro Mouse, on the other hand, has a DPI of up to 4,200 and a 6-level shift setting to meet the demands of gamers.
During the It Lies Within roadshow, you may get an extra RM150 discount on the Predator Cestus 335, Cestus 315 Gaming Mouse, Nitro Keyboard, and Mouse.
For more information about Acer’s Predator Cestus 335, Cestus 315, and Nitro Keyboard and Mouse, feel free to visit Predator Gaming Malaysia’s official Facebook page.
Pokdepinion: My hand experience with the Cestus gaming mouse is that the built quality is really good and it is really comfortable for someone who has small hands like me.
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ASUS Swap My Phone Contest – Try your luck on one of these 30 ASUS ZenFone Max Pro smartphones

ASUS is organizing yet another contest and you might just be the winner that they’re looking for! Read on!

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
For Facebook Stories
 Step 1: Follow ASUS Malaysia Facebook.
Step 2: Post a Facebook Story to tell us why the ZenFone Max Pro is the dream phone you want to swap with!
Step 3: Hashtag #SwapMyPhone #GameKawKaw
Step 4: Save & upload your story on the Contest Post, so we don’t miss you out!

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For Instagram Stories
Step 1: Follow ASUS Malaysia Instagram.
Step 2: Post a Instagram Story to tell us why the ZenFone Max Pro is the dream phone you want to swap with!
Step 3: Tag us in your Stories & hashtag #SwapMyPhone #GameKawKaw
Step 4: Leave a comment once you’re done on the IG Contest Post, so we don’t miss you out!
*Please ensure your profile is set to public mode otherwise entry is not valid.
Prizes
There will be 30 units of ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M1) to be won!
Contest period
14 May 2018 (Mon) – 21 May 2018 (Mon)
*Final submission is by 11.59pm 21 May 2018 (Mon).
*Winner will be announced on 22 May 2018 (Tues) on ASUS Malaysia Facebook.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS

By submitting an entry, entrants shall be deemed to have read, understood, accepted and agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions of the competition.
This contest is open to residents of Malaysia only, except employees (past or present), representatives or agents (and those with whom such persons are living, whether related or not) of “ASUSTek Computer Malaysia Sdn Bhd” (Company Registration No. 691503-T ) (the “Promoter”), their respective parent companies, subsidiaries, dealers, affiliates, and any entity involved in the development, production, administration, judging or fulfillment of the Contest (collectively, the “Contest Parties”), and where prohibited by law.
The decision of ASUS Malaysia is final and irrevocable. ASUS Malaysia reserves the right to deem invalid any entries with incomplete and questionable requirements. Prizes and tokens are non-transferable and non-convertible to cash.
ASUS Malaysia reserves the right to modify rules, cancel and/or extend the contest at any time for any reason without notice or prior warning.
ASUS Malaysia reserves the right to disqualify the winner should there be any discrepancies or issues found, even after the official announcement of the winner.
Winners’ name may be published in advertising material or in the press.

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[WWDC 2021] watchOS 8 Introduces Multiple New Features To Apple Watch

Apple recently showed off a preview of their new watchOS 8 with a slew of new features coming to the Apple Watch. The new watchOS offers greater access with Wallet, more capabilities with the Home app, new workout types, and an updated Breathe app.
What’s new with watchOS 8?

The new watchOS 8 brings Ultra Wideband support for digital car keys on Apple Watch Series 6. This will allow Apple Watch users to unlock their cars from afar and start them from the driver’s seat. Users will also be able to add other keys either for their homes, office or hotel to Wallet and use their Apple Watch to unlock. Apple will also allow users to add their driver’s license or identification later this year, however, this will only be available in certain states in the US for the time being.

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The new watchOS 8 also introduces a redesigned Home app that offers more convenient access to accessories and scenes needed in a particular moment and controls accessories by room. Users with HomeKit-enabled cameras can directly view the feed from their Apple Watch as well as use Intercom to broadcast a message via HomePod, HomePod mini, or other personal devices.
Furthermore, the new watchOS 8 update sees Apple introduce new workout types; Tai Chi and Pilates that are supported by powerful, validated custom-built heart rate and motion algorithms to provide users with accurate metrics. The Breathe app has also seen it evolve to become the Mindfulness app with new and enhanced features like Breathe and Reflect. Reflect offers a mindful intention to focus on and welcomes the user with a unique, thoughtful notion to consider that invites a positive frame of mind.
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watchOS 8 also offers users more insight into their overall wellness by tracking sleeping respiratory rate, which is the number of breaths per minute via the Health app on iPhone. Other new features include:

New Portraits watch face – Brings to life stunning portrait photos shot on iPhone with an immersive, multilayered effect, intelligently recognising faces in photos and cropping in to highlight the subject.
Redesigned Photos app – New ways to view and navigate collections, Memories and Featured Photos now sync to Apple Watch, and photos can be shared through Messages and Mail with the new Share Sheet.
New tools in Messages – Users can combine the use of Scribble, dictation, and emoji all within the same message, and for dictated messages, they have the option to edit the presented text. Can also search for GIFs in messages.
Contacts app now on Apple Watch
Focus support – Focus uses on-device intelligence to make suggestions based on usage patterns and helps users reduce distraction and be in the moment.

watchOS 8 is available now for Apple Developer Program members here while public beta will be available to watchOS users next month here. For more information, visit the official Apple website here.
Pokdepinion: I honestly really like what Apple is doing with the Apple Watch which I have yet to see other developers do with their own smartwatches. While I would love to have an Apple Watch for myself, diving into that ecosystem isn’t really something I can afford at the moment. Maybe sometime in the future?
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Unifi Offers Free TV Advertising And Strategic Partnerships To SMEs Under Unifi Business Club

Unifi seeks to facilitate SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) transition into the digital marketplace by combining the best business solutions, expert advice, and marketing tools under Unifi Business Club (UBC). Unifi Business Club is an all-in-one community that houses everything that businesses need to grow, exclusive for its Business customers. To achieve this, Unif will be relying on its strategic partnership with experts within the industry to provide UBC members with relevant advice, tools, and solutions, including free airtime on Unifi TV.
Azmi Bin Abdullah. Head of SME Segment
Azmi Abdullah, Unifi’s Head of SME Segment says that they want to give the opportunity for businesses to gain back their business momentum and experience maximum exposure that was affected during the recent MCO by offering FREE advertising on Unifi TV, starting 15 August 2020. He hopes that these solutions will help Unifi members grow into key contributors of the Malaysian economy and for them to see Unifi as more than just a service provider, rather, an important partner in their journey to success.
Not only that, but Unifi will also offer their Unifi Business broadband and mobile customers instant access to expert marketing and financial assistance, productivity boosters, digital marketing platforms, human resource management tools, and community engagement programmes to suit your business needs. All of these tools can be found at the Unifi Business Club portal (UBC Portal). Members can also find the SME Sama-Sama page within the UBC portal which is launching in August 2020. SME Sama-Sama acts as a content aggregator that hosts relevant business webinars, talk shows, live chats, events, business tips, and articles.

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KryptoPOS, in collaboration with Unifi Business Club, will be giving out free lifetime subscription to their POS (Point-of-Sale) software worth RM1,500 annually. This includes a 15% annual discount on top of a three-month subscription fee waiver for Swingvy, an HR solutions platform; and a 20% rebate in credit for corporate accounts under Lalamove, a fast-growing, on-demand business delivery service. Unifi will also announce more partnerships and offer throughout the year, and members are encouraged to check the official UBC portal and social media platforms for regular updates.
For more information on Unifi Business Club and Unifi Biz product offerings, do check out their official site here.
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Huawei: There has been no commitment to the use of one specific flash memory. Sorry, guys

Read about the issue with the Huawei P10’s storage problems here.
Huawei has released an official statement regarding the varying performance of their memory, admitting that they do use chips of multiple specifications from multiple sources, for the Huawei P10 and Huawei P10 Plus.
This is no surprise actually, as it will be difficult to satisfy market demands while being bound to a single supplier. Huawei says that this is a “standard industry practice” and that “the performance of a single component (the storage in this case) can’t exactly reflect the overall system performance” and also that “there has been no commitment to use of only one specific flash memory.”

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I do agree with the latter, as I did go through their marketing material of the Huawei P10 series, and there was no mention of the type of storage they will be using. It is our fault for expecting too much. As they say, the higher the expectations, the worse the disappointment.
With that said, you won’t have to watch out for specific batches to get a device with the latest UFS 2.1 technology, and just try your luck at getting either UFS 2.1, UFS 2.0 and eMMC 5.1 storage, as Huawei uses the chips they obtain “randomly.” Oh well, at least it means that everyone has an equal chance of getting one with fast memory. Or not.
Here’s the full statement if you are interested:
We are aware that there has been some recent online discussion in China regarding the flash memory in HUAWEI P10/P10 Plus.
Huawei employs the highest standards when selecting technologies and components for use in its products; we prioritize user experience, product quality and stability of supply. The HUAWEI P Series of smartphones is one of the company’s global flagship series and has become hugely popular worldwide, thanks to the excellent photography experience it provides. This popularity has led to enormous demand.
To meet global demand of millions of units, Huawei has employed the standard industry practice of sourcing solutions from multiple trusted suppliers to ensure a balance between user experience, quality and sustainable supply. Relying on a single component supply can lead to a shortage, meaning delays for consumers who wish to buy our new products. In the case of flash memory, in this instance, Huawei has chosen multiple simultaneous mainstream solution suppliers.
Huawei is and always has been, above all, committed to providing an extraordinary user experience. The performance of a single component can’t exactly reflect the overall system performance of a smartphone and these scores are not applicable in actual use scenarios.
Among all HUAWEI P10 marketing collateral, there has been no commitment to the use of only one specific flash memory. Different flash memory components are shipped randomly based on the supply at that time. There are no period batches or manual selection for chip batches, nor is there any discrimination or intention to defraud to consumers. Our approach is to measure the overall performance of our phones through software algorithms and chip tuning, rather than to focus on any single component.
In the HUAWEI P10/P10 Plus, we use multiple different suppliers for flash memory, which have been subject to strict and rigorous testing as part of our finished products, so as to ensure the excellence and consistency of user experience that we strive for. This has been reflected in the overwhelmingly positive worldwide response to the HUAWEI P10 since its launch, thanks to its beautiful design and the stunning artistic portrait photography experience it delivers.
Smartphone manufacturing is an industry with a very long supply chain. Huawei is committed to making the user experience the core factor in product design and innovations. We will continue to work closely with our partners to optimize the industry ecosystem and deliver even better products and experiences to consumers.

If you definitely want a smartphone with UFS 2.1 and will not settle for a substitute which may offer a similar user experience, there is the Huawei Mate 9. This one, Huawei has marketed to feature UFS 2.1, so we can expect them to commit to using specific UFS 2.1 capable chips here.
SOURCE: Android Authority
Pokdepinion: This leads to another question. Is Huawei using a mix of sensors in its camera too? AFAIK, Huawei has never told us the sensor they are using. Will we see differing results later, with different sensors used?
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Genshin Impact Leaks Reveals 5 New Characters for Sumeru Region

The latest Genshin Impact leak on the Sumeru region is quite massive as it reveals some details on 5 upcoming characters for the new place. Here’s what we know thus far.
Genshin Impact Leaks: 5 New Characters for Sumeru Region

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A huge leak recently dropped in the infamous Wangsheng Funeral Parlor Discord server courtesy of user “Fish Touching”. According to the leak, Genshin Impact 3.0 will allegedly have two new male characters known as Djajeet and Tighnari.
Then, the leaker claims that we will be seeing a whole bunch of new female characters, notably naming 3 of them; Nafs, Dori, and Nahida. There are more than just these 3, but the others did not have any names tied to them yet. With that being said however, details are still scarce on all of the characters but we will have plenty to look forward to soon.
For now, Genshin Impact 2.6 will be launching on 30th March 2022 for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch port of the game is currently still in development.
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Pokdepinion: Given that there is an abundance of female characters in Genshin Impact, having two new male characters isn’t necessarily a bad idea. However, I do expect them to meet a certain standard, otherwise miHoYo runs the risk of endless groans of disappointment for that update.
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Samsung Galaxy A70’s Price Now Slashed to RM1,799

The folks from Samsung Malaysia has today revealed that they’ve cut down the price for their Samsung Galaxy A70, which is now at RM1,799.
With the new price, you are looking at a RM200 off from its original RM1,999 price. If you’re wondering on what the Samsung Galaxy A70 offers, you can check the specifications below:
Samsung Galaxy A70 Specifications

Snapdragon 675, octa-core up to 2.0 GHz, 11nm LPP
8GB RAM
128GB storage (microSD up to 512GB)
6.7″ FHD+ 20:9 Super AMOLED display, Infinity-U Display
32MP f/1.7 + 8MP f/2.2 ultra wide + 5MP f/2.2 depth sensor
32MP f/2.0 selfie camera
4500 mAh battery, 25W Super Fast Charging
RM1,799 SRP

If you’ve followed our previous post, you might have known that a retailer decided on selling the Galaxy A70 lower than the retail price at RM1,649. You can read more about that here.

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Pokdepinion: If you check out the retailer (that’s linked), it’s now even lower at RM1,569..
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HUAWEI ban lifted to allow for Android software updates and security fixes

HUAWEI’s ban by the U.S. government was in effect starting yesterday, shocking everyone and causing consumers to panic and let go of their HUAWEI devices in fear of the phones losing all their value in the future. Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce has lifted the ban on HUAWEI by providing them with a temporary license, but only so that the Chinese tech giant can maintain its current products.
This means that American companies like Qualcomm, Intel, Xilinx and most importantly, Google, can continue to supply HUAWEI to update existing HUAWEI devices and maintain existing network infrastructure. With that said, HUAWEI will still be restricted from making new products using American-made products, which means that we most probably won’t be seeing a new phone from HUAWEI until this blows over.
This license is only valid until 19th August 2019, after which the ban will be back in full effect. The U.S. government decided to do this after the complete ban affected rural areas in the U.S. which rely on HUAWEI’s networking infrastructure. 90 days doesn’t seem like a long time, but we expect HUAWEI and the U.S. government to come to a resolution by then.

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Will this be the last successful flagship from HUAWEI in the international market?
What do you think? Will U.S. resume their banning, or will they finally work out some terms?
Pokdepinion: Well, it seems like the U.S. government is pretty similar to ours… They love backtracking too.  :-P

[UPDATE]: HUAWEI will continue supporting all existing HUAWEI and HONOR smartphones
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Genshin Impact 1.7 / 2.0 Leak Reveals Inazuma Map in its Entirety

As usual when a big update is coming up, there are bound to be an increasing number of leaks on it. The latest Genshin Impact 1.7 / 2.0 leak, we now get to see the Inazuma map in its entirety.
Genshin Impact 1.7 / 2.0 Leaks Inazuma Map

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According to infamous leaker Genshin Report, the Inazuma region will be launching in parts instead of the whole place immediately. This coincides with earlier rumours that the next update will only include a portion of Inazuma.
From what we understand thus far, the Genshin Impact 1.7 / 2.0 update will only have 3 islands as part of the Inazuma region; Watatsumi Island, Seirai Island, and Tsurumi Island. Other parts of the region will be launched later this year and early next year in upcoming updates.
There are descriptions available for each island as well, which you can read below here:

Watatsumi Island: Revealed as a sneak peek in the Version 1.6 Special Program as: “Plants and trees grow densely over Watatsumi Island. Their color is distinct from those in other islands.”
Seirai Island: Revealed as a sneak peek in the Version 1.6 Special Program as: “An island where some disaster seems to have occurred. Its center is consumed by an eternal storm.”
Tsurumi Island: Revealed as a sneak peek in the Version 1.6 Special Program as: “A mysterious island enshrouded in fog. No one has set foot here in many long years.”

For now, Genshin Impact 1.7 / 2.0 will be launching on 21st July 2021. It will be available on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch port of the game is still in the works and is expected to launch sometime soon.
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Pokdepinion: Well, I’m starting to feel like we know everything that will be coming in the next update. In fact, the only thing left right now is to just experience it ourselves. Not sure if that’s a good thing or not.
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Google Launches the ‘Test My Site’ Tool for Websites to Improve Online Presence

We live in a world where internet has become such a huge part of our lives. Not only is it a place for us to dwell personally, but professionally as well. Businesses have taken advantage of the internet in order to reach out to more customers as well as to simplify their business operations.
However, the internet is no magical tool that will guarantee an increase in sales and profits. Many businesses have failed to utilize the internet via their own official websites as it doesn’t get noticed by the general public. It looks like Google is here for the rescue!
Google Launches ‘Test My Site’

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Google Malaysia today announced Test My Site, an online resource that allows owners of micro, small and medium businesses (SMBs), marketers, and other non-technical folk who owns or creates business websites measure a site’s performance across many different devices ranging from mobile to desktop.
Based on Google’s own Pagespeed Insights, you don’t have to be tech-savvy to understand a website’s performance with Test My Site. Just key in the web address and you can see how a well a website scores. Users can also get a detailed report emailed to them so they have a good idea of what to do next and where to get help — all of which is completely free of charge.
The Test My Site detailed report grades sites based on the following criteria:

Mobile-friendliness: The quality of the experience visitors have when they are browsing a site on their phones. This is influenced by how small screen-friendly a site is and things like placement of important elements.
Mobile speed: How long it takes for a site to load on mobile devices. If customers are kept waiting for too long, they tend to quickly move on to the next site.
Desktop speed: How long it takes for a site to load on desktop computers. It’s not just the strength of your customers’ web connection that determines speed, but also the elements present on the site.

The internet has become much more accessible than ever in recent times, especially with a rampant increase in smartphone users over the years. Google Malaysia noted that the percentage of Malaysians using smartphone have increased from 35% in 2014 to 81% as of this year, based on the annual Consumer Barometer survey.
The internet has become a crucial factor for businesses to succeed, and it even allows micro and small businesses to think big and globalize easily since anyone in the world can access the web…unless you’re in North Korea or some other country that blocks the majority of the internet.
So if you’re looking for a way to improve on customer relations, or if you’re wondering why people keep going away after visiting your website with little to no interactions, why not take the time to analyze it with Google’s Test My Site tool? It’s free after all. To access it, click the link below here:
http://testmysite.thinkwithgoogle.com/intl/en-my
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PowerColor Radeon RX 6600 and RX 6600 XT spotted on official website

With the recent AMD Radeon RX 6000M series, AMD announced the Radeon RX 6600M, which sports a much smaller Navi 23 GPU. We are probably not that far from a desktop release of the Navi 23 GPU, with PowerColor accidentally listing the Radeon RX 6600 XT and RX 6600 categories on its website before promptly taking them down.

According to the rumors, the Radeon RX 6600 XT will feature the full Navi 23 GPU with 32 CUs, 32MB Infinity Cache and a 128-bit memory interface. Meanwhile the Radeon RX 6600 will probably be a desktop version of the Radeon RX 6600M, with 28 CUs and the same amount of Infinity Cache and same memory bus width.

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The significantly reduced Infinity Cache and memory bus width should mean that there should be quite a huge performance gap between the Radeon RX 6700 XT and the Radeon RX 6600 XT, thus indicating a sizable gap in terms of pricing as well. Prices of below $300 can be expected, as AMD will probably be aiming to undercut the GeForce RTX 3060 with the Radeon RX 6600 XT, and target even lower with the Radeon RX 6600.

The gap also leaves room for a cutdown Navi 22 GPU, like what we see in the Radeon RX 6700M. Will we also see a Radeon RX 6700 take on the GeForce RTX 3060/3060 Ti head on launched along with the Radeon RX 6600 series? I guess we will see soon enough.
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Pokdepinion: Well I guess more affordable options will be great for those who don’t need all the grunt of the latest GPUs, while still getting a taste of the latest features like hardware raytracing.
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PS5 Patent Reveals Liquid Metal Cooling for Better Performance

The PS5 launch is getting closer and closer. Now, a new patent filed by Sony has been made known, which reveals a liquid cooling technique for the PlayStation 5 console which will improve the thermals and in turn, the performance.
Liquid Metal Cooling for the PS5

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The liquid metal cooling patent for the PS5 was actually filed last year but only revealed recently. It will see the use of various metal alloys, including silver and copper, that will be in liquid form at room temperature. Apart from that, the seals would contain liquid metal made of ultraviolet cured resin that is ensured to not leak into the system.
If you’re familiar with computer components, then you would have an idea by now that the liquid metal is being used as a replacement for the usual thermal paste and applied to the heatsink itself. It conducts heat better than thermal paste, which makes it ideal if you want to improve the thermals of the machine. There will still be fans in the PS5 for airflow and venting the heat out of the console.
Here’s an excerpt from the patent explaining more about the liquid metal cooling:
When the heat generation amount of the semiconductor chip increases, it becomes difficult to sufficiently cool the semiconductor chip due to the thermal resistance possessed by the grease. In the semiconductor device…a metal liquefied by heat at the time of operation of a semiconductor chip is used as a heat conductive material between the semiconductor chip and the radiator in place of grease. When such a metal is used, the thermal resistance between the semiconductor chip and the radiator is lowered, and the cooling performance of the semiconductor chip can be improve.
In a structure using a metal having fluidity as a heat conductive material, in order to sufficiently exhibit cooling performance, it is important to limit a range in which the heat conductive material spreads even when a posture change or vibration of the semiconductor device occurs. Furthermore, when the heat sink is pressed against the semiconductor chip, it is important that the force acts sufficiently on the semiconductor chip. That is, adhesion between the semiconductor chip and the radiator is also important.
As this is merely a patent and not something Sony is promoting, at least not yet, we’re uncertain if they will be applying this method for the PS5. Given that we’re getting closer to launch and we’re certain that the PlayStation team would like to take any and every avenue to prevent heat-related issues, we wouldn’t be surprised to see this actually being used.
For now, the PlayStation 5 is still slated for a Holiday 2020 release, with no specific release date and pricing available yet. We will be reporting more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: With major brands ditching the usual thermal paste in favour of liquid metal, it’s no surprise that console makers will do the same. After all, it is a better heat conductor.
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Survey Reveals Percentage Of People With Cracks On Their Smartphone

Smartphone nowadays aren’t cheap to say the least. So it’s safe to say that we would take good care of them and not leave them to any damage, cracks, or scratches. Despite that, have you ever wondered on what’s the percentage is for users with cracked smartphones? Well the folks from Android Authority did a survey and the answer might surprise you.

Done via a poll on their website, the results came through and it provides an interesting insight to the matter. It seems that more than half of the voters has said that their smartphone is free from any cracks. 20.99% of them has said that there are cracks on their device and they are still using them. Finally the last segment claims that they did have damages but they later fixed it with 27.38%.

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Seeing that Android Authority is an international site, their survey would probably show results from global participants, instead of only US readers. Some of them (the comments) said “Never cracked my phone, because I actually take care of it”.
What do you think? Is your current smartphone cracked?
Pokdepinion: I think the percentage of cracked smartphones is higher here in Malaysia :P
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Cooler Master MasterBox K500L Released – Illuminated Accents, Mesh, And Lighting That Won’t Break Your Wallet!

Cooler Master has just launch their brand new MasterBox K500L case today which features illuminated accents, fine mesh, and red lighting. What better way to show that it’s for gaming and all this while you don’t even need to break your wallet.
Cooler Master MasterBox K500L
The new case features a mesh front panel, 400mm of graphics card space, support for 6x 120mm fans, as well as front and rear water cooling space support available. This makes the MasterBox K500L more than enough for you to house your performance gaming components.
Nothing screams ‘gaming’ like LED lights. With the K500L, it comes with just that. There’s an LED strip right in front. As mentioned earlier, with support of graphics card of up to 400mm, this ensures you that you are able to utilize the latest and widest cards that you can get on the market.

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For your cable management, it comes with PSU cover and offers 19mm width space behind the mainboard tray, offering you plenty of cable management options, keeping your build nice and tidy.
The case is the first release in a lineup that features 3D mesh, shaped to match the design on the front panel, with traits that change lighting depending on the angle. Previously, dust filters came in two layers: one layer for aesthetics and the other a layer of finer mesh as a dust filter. With the MasterBox K500L, it integrates both of those layers into one, resulting in a finer mesh construction. Thermal performance is accomplished mainly through the front panel, but it is complimented by filtered ventilation below the I/O, and ventilation on the top panel.
The MasterBox K500L is now available for purchase and comes with a price tag of RM239.
Pokdepinion: Looks like a decent case, but personally I like the MasterCase H500P Mesh White which we wrote about recently (although they are at a very different price range). You get what you pay for :P
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LG 8K OLED TV With Google Assistant Unveiled

Previously we covered Samsung’s new 8K QLED TV, well here’s another 8K product. Being 88-inch in size, the  LG 8K OLED TV features over 33million self-emitting pixels.
LG 8K OLED TV

In today’s world, OLED has been often referred to as the “next-gen of display technology” because it emits its own light, taking away the need for any kind of backlighting. This allows for a redefined quality in terms of quality and product design.

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Additionally, the TV comes with Google Assistant. Users will be able to use it on their 2018 TVs with AI ThinQ in the fourth quarter of the year. It will support in up to five languages so you can use it for voice recognition to order what you want to do.
Besides that, with the Google Assistant integration, LG’s AI TVs use LG’s deep learning technology that allows users to use natural language to quickly and easily connect such TVs to external devices or search for specific information or content simply by issuing a verbal request.
Google Assistant is compatible with more than 5,000 smart devices across hundreds of brands, making it easier to control speakers and other smart home devices connected through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.
Pokdepinion: Well I’ve tested it out for myself previously (for the 4K version), and I must say the feature is neat. I wouldn’t have imagined before that you can control your TV just by using your voice. Of course, offering 8K OLED is always a plus. I wonder on how the price will be though..

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Lawyer with exploded OnePlus Nord 2 gets cease and desist letter

About two weeks ago, a lawyer, Gaurav Gulati, alleged that his OnePlus Nord 2 caught on fire spontaneously in his lawyer’s robe, despite the device not being used nor was it being charged. Interestingly enough, despite repeated requests from OnePlus to send the device in for inspection, he has declined to do so, and now OnePlus has made a rather heavy-handed approach to these allegation: sending a cease and desist notice to Gulati.

सत्य परेशान हो सकता है लेकिन पराजित नहीं….
@barcouncilindia @OnePlus_IN @OnePlus_Support
So I have recieved this legal notice for raising my voice for whatever i have gone through after my mobile blast incident. So this is the price i have to pay for being the whistleblower. pic.twitter.com/6hOxTMi6Vw
— GAURAV GULATI (@Adv_Gulati1) September 18, 2021

In the notice, OnePlus called Gulati’s claims “disparaging” and “defamatory”, which is definitely true, especially considering that Gulati is not submitting his OnePlus Nord 2 to OnePlus for investigation. That’s usually the first step, but Gulati instead claims that he will be submitting the device to the police after an official complaint.
Even when OnePlus’ team visited Gulati to examine the device under his observation, they were denied permission to properly check his OnePlus Nord 2. On top of that, Gulati is seeking more than just mere compensation, and instead also wants a ban on the sales of the device, as well as a recall.

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It will be interesting how this will play out, considering that Gulati is a lawyer himself and he should know better than to lie when a company’s reputation is at stake. It is however worth mentioning that there has been other claims of exploding OnePlus Nord 2, although one has been confirmed to be false, while the other was allegedly due to “external factors and not due to any manufacturing or product issue.”
I can’t understand why would anyone lie about their phones exploding, but I can only assume that this is a severely twisted case of buyer’s remorse.
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Pokdepinion: This seems to be shaping up to be an interesting legal drama. Netflix, get on this, quick!
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Hotlink To Take Up Ookyo Customers As Company Set For Shut Down

Despite not being too long in the market (2017 to be precise), it seems that Ookyo has decided to call it quits, where all of their customers will be making a move else where.

Every single Ookyo subscribers will make a transition to Hotlink RED, by default. The transition will take place on 21 January 2020.
To help those involved to settle in, they’ve reveal that those who are making the move will receive 8GB of free data that lasts for 30 days.

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In addition to that, they will get the option to pay only RM30 (originally RM45) for the next 12 months for Hotlink’s RED Social Pass.
If you are a Ookyu customer and would like for more details, you can head to their website here.
Pokdepinion: At least they’ve prepared something for their existing users before moving on..
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PS4 Sales Have Passed the 4.5 Million Mark!; Nintendo Switch Launch Seems to Have Little Effect on PlayStation 4 Sales

You’d think that the Nintendo Switch would slow down PS4 sales but nope. It’s still going strong.
The videogame console world is seeing some interesting things as of late. The launch of the Nintendo Switch, Sony improving over their predecessor, the PlayStation 3, and the Xbox One…just being itself (sorry, not sorry).
With Nintendo releasing their latest offering earlier this month, some people thought that it would be the end of Sony’s momentum on their game console. However, that doesn’t appear to be the case.

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Sony Hits Another Milestone With Their PS4

It would seem like Sony can celebrate 2 milestones today. 3 depending on how you choose to see it.According to the new figures from Media Create, combined with historical data, sales of the PS4 console have surpassed the 4.5 million mark. Sony’s current generation console is currently sitting on a total of 4,518,038 units sold in Japan as of Sunday March 12th. This is just a little over 3 years since it’s launch on February 2014.
That sales number is inclusive of both the regular PlayStation 4 models as well as the PS4 Pro. Speaking of which, the PS4 Pro reached a small milestone in Japan, with 205,502 units sold in Japan. Keep in mind that this particular model launched recently, on November 10th 2016 to be precise.

The standard PS4 also reached a milestone, with 4,312,536 unit sold in Japan. Add those 2 numbers together and it indeed has surpassed the 4.5 million unit mark. This is simply the sales number in Japan, not accounting for the global market, which would definitely be a much bigger number.
Interestingly, the launch of Nintendo Switch doesn’t appear to have significantly impacted PS4 sales in Japan, with Sony’s console continuing to sell  solid numbers consistently. Of course, we’ll have to wait for a longer time frame in order to see potential longer-term results but this is still a pretty strong number. Keep in mind that with every new console, most people would shift their attention towards it as it’s something new and people don’t know much about it. Despite that, Sony is still going strong with their console.

Pokdepinion: I was very worried on the PlayStation’s stance since the PlayStation 3. When that first came out, it was expensive as heck and the total sales paled in comparison to its predecessor, the PlayStation 2. Now that the PlayStation 4 is going strong, I could not be more relieved. Kudos to the Nintendo Switch for having strong sales as well.
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Futuremark publishes data of iPhone performance over time; are iPhones really suffering from planned obsolescence?

Futuremark, the guys behind the PCMark and 3DMark benchmark suites which we use in our smartphone reviews as well as our gaming PC and laptop reviews, have set out to verify the claims that Apple is purposely slowing older iPhones to get consumers to get the newer iPhones. Is it true though?

To test the theory, Futuremark plotted a chart of the iPhone 5s’ GPU and CPU performance over time. From iOS 9 to iOS 11, the GPU performance has remained pretty constant but CPU performance appear to have decreased slightly from iOS 10 to iOS 11. Still, it’s a small difference and users should be hard pressed to note such a difference.

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This trend is reflected in the iPhone 6, iPhone 6s and iPhone 7 benchmarks as well, with the GPU performance remaining somewhat consistent while CPU performance appears to have decreased over time. The iPhone 7 appears to be the worst hit here.
Futuremark claims that the slight performance difference visible in the graphs are unlikely to affect user experience, and instead puts it down to newer updates having newer features that require more resources, thus resulting in the perceived “slowing down” of their devices. Still, it is worrying to see the CPU performance drop gradually. We also need to consider the possibility of Apple cheating in benchmarks, like certain Android OEMs are known to do.
Have you noticed your iPhone slowing down after updates? Let us know if you have! To test your device with 3DMark, go ahead and download it from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Pokdepinion: I have not encountered worsening performance when dealing with updates on Android smartphones, but I have seen worse battery life after a major update.
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AMD mysterious “Magnum” chip show up — NVIDIA Tegra rival at last?

A few days ago a mysterious AMD chip has shown up in Zauba referring to a “PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY-AMD DTV HDMI / DVI FPGA IOBOARD P / N .102-B49101-00 (FOC)“and also a “PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY-AMD MAGNUM FPGA PROTOTYPEBOARD FOR DTV P / N .102-B25432-00 (FOC)”. This two printed circuit boards have DTV HDMI/DVI, FPGA and Magnum on the shipment package.

DTV is known as digital television products, and as we know most digital TV nowadays have at least a HDMI connection on it. Magnum, as the is most probably referring to an AMD new semi-custom APU chip because it has the FPGA design.

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Originally AMD owned their DTV business but sold it to Broadcom back in 2008. So if the rumors is true then it’s possible for AMD to be making a comeback in the DTV business as the NVIDIA Tegra’s rival or AMD is just baking a semi-custom chip for some clients in DTV business or game consoles.
AMD also has patents on the FPGA and HBM on a 2.5D memory interposer in the AMD Zen APU based chip. Now it seems that AMD is taking on FPGA design seriously and is ready to release products based on it. There’s also the possibility that the Magnum is the AMD R-Series SoC APU and we will know it sooner or later. This could be a sign that AMD is preparing to launch more new products, and it seems AMD is about to launch its own multi-entertainment device class.

Pokdepinion : Maybe this is the reason why AMD formed the Radeon Technology Group because it’s mainly responsible for overseeing all aspects of graphics technologies used in AMD’s APU, discrete GPU, semi-custom, and GPU compute products.
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Razer Announces World’s First Ecologo-Certified Gaming Mice

Razer’s Basilisk V3 and DeathAdder Essential, The First Gaming Mice to Receive UL’s ECOLOGO Certification

In recent news, Razer is celebrating World Environment Day by revealing that the Basilisk V3 and DeathAdder Essential are the first gaming mouse to get an ECOLOGO certification from Underwriters Laboratories (UL), the global leader in safety research. The mice have passed UL2710, the Outline of Investigation for Portable Electronics Sustainability, which certifies them as environmentally friendly products.

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Razer went through the certification procedure to ensure that its best-selling mice fulfill stringent industry environmental performance criteria. The ECOLOGO Mark signifies that the items have been examined by an independent scientific third party and are in line with the company’s commitment to community transparency and producing greener goods, which is also a significant pillar in its ten-year sustainability plan #GoGreenWithRazer, which is seen in the fact that it has the first ECOLOGO-certified gaming mice.
Because of their speed, customizability, and comfort, Razer chose these mice for certification because they are fundamental to any gamer’s setup.  UL examined various sustainability factors before awarding them the ECOLOGO Mark. The mice were tested for skin irritation and sensitization, as well as compliance with EU hazardous chemical restricted substance standards. UL also looked at the company’s repair and replacement management process, from how easy it is for approved service providers to disassemble products to how Razer communicates components that require selective waste treatment to service providers.

Another criterion met by the mice is sustainable packing, as they are packaged in boxes. They’re made of FSC-certified paper that’s free of heavy metals and chlorine, and they’re printed using environmentally friendly soy ink that can be easily recycled.
Furthermore, UL investigated Razer’s facilities to ensure that the mice were made in facilities that were devoted to ecologically responsible management, as indicated by ISO 14001 certification.
This isn’t the first time Razer and UL have collaborated to help the industry become more sustainable. The company announced a partnership with UL to promote a Type III Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) ecolabel to encourage the sustainable manufacturing of gaming products at RazerCon 2021, the digital festival of all things gaming, last year. This was motivated by the lack of a standardized approach to measuring sustainable products in the gaming industry, which Razer intended to fill.
Razer and UL have teamed up to launch an industry-wide effort to identify important indicators of environmental impact because the company is leading the industry in making sustainability a part of every step of the manufacturing process, the result will be more robust solutions for manufacturers to incorporate more sustainable practices into every step of their manufacturing process.
Razer is dedicated to creating greener goods while also equipping users with the knowledge they need to make better decisions. While the new ECOLOGO Mark will appear on all Basilisk V3 and DeathAdder Essential packaging by the end of 2022, current consumers may rest assured that their mice are created responsibly.
To know more about the ECOLOGO Certification, feel free to visit their website here.
Pokdepinion: Congrats on Razer for obtaining the ECOLOGO Certification for their mice! Moving forward to a greener and sustainable future as mice might be one of the gaming devices that gets replaced the fastest.
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