Mark Zuckerberg States Facebook Will Be Rebranded For the ‘Metaverse’

According to reports, the CEO of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg is looking to develop a metaverse, where we could also see the rebranding of the platform itself.
Facebook to rebrand in preparation for metaverse?

According to the source, Mark Zuckerberg will be announcing the new name (that’s going to substitute Facebook) at the annual Connect conference on the 28th of October 2021.

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The social media platform intends on being more than just that. This is backed up by the fact that they are hiring 10,000 people in Europe for the coming five years to help build the mentioned metaverse.
What to expect from Facebook metaverse?

So what exactly can we expect from this metaverse? Well in recent months they’ve been working on AR and VR technology where they have around 10,000 employees who build hardware such as AR glasses, which Zuckerberg to be something as mainstream as smartphones. So that’s something that they would be focusing on.
In addition to that, the CEO has said back in July that their future lies in the virtual metaverse where people will, work, and play inside (the metaverse).
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Pokdepinion: I don’t know, the word ‘Facebook’ itself is just iconic. Don’t matter if you hate or love the platform, everyone knows about it. I can’t tell what they’ll call it soon but I’m pretty sure that I won’t get use to the name..
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Don’t miss the ASUS x LAZADA 9.9 Mega Campaign! Get the ASUS ZenFone 5z and ZenFone Max Pro M1 (6GB) at discounted prices!

Here’s more great news for ASUS fans! Aside from great deals on the ASUS and ROG laptops, their latest smartphones are also part of the the ASUS x LAZADA 9.9 Sales! In this exclusive sale that will only be running this 9th September, ASUS will be offering the ASUS ZenFone 5z and ZenFone Max Pro M1 (6GB + 64GB) at up to RM200 off.

The ASUS ZenFone 5z (6GB + 128GB) which usually retails for RM1899, is now available for just RM1699. And if you purchase it on 9th September, you will even get LAZADACARE Plus, which includes 1 year accidental damage coverage and 1 year extended warranty.

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To help support us, check out the ASUS ZenFone 5z via the link below:

The 6GB variant of the popular ZenFone Max Pro (M1) is also for sale this 9th September, priced at RM899. The usual price of the highest end ZenFone Max Pro (M1) is RM999, so you are getting quite a price cut here too. You can actually use the voucher ASUS99RM50 and stand a chance to get a further RM50 off, so the price goes down to just RM849.
To help support us, check out the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M1) (6GB + 64GB) via the link below:

If you are looking forward to a new smartphone, do check out these two devices. ASUS has yet to change prices for SST, and are instead selling these devices for cheaper than the SRP during the tax holiday!
Pokdepinion: The ASUS ZenFone 5z is definitely worth considering, especially with the price cut!
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Latest Genshin Impact Leak Reveals 3 New Characters – Yae, Sara, Gorou

We’ve reported on leaks that indicate 5 new characters coming to Genshin Impact 1.7. Now, the newest leak reveals 3 new characters, though we are uncertain if they will be coming in the next update or much later. Those characters are Yae, Sara, and Gorou.
Genshin Impact Leak Reveals Yae, Sara, and Gorou

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According to infamous Genshin leaker Lumie, Yae is an Electro Catalyst user. It’s interesting to note that she looks quite close to fan arts depicting her appearance thus far. Then we have Sara, though there isn’t much information on her aside from her character model.
The last character, Gorou, was leaked by Project Celestia, who is also a well-known Genshin leaker. He’s a Geo Bow user and is said to be wielding the Dreams of Dragonfell, a new weapon that will be added later in the game.
There is no word yet on when these 3 new characters will be coming to the game. With Genshin Impact 1.7 expected to introduce 5 new characters, it’s hard to say if these new characters will be a part of that update. After all, we’ve already seen leaks that suggest Sayu, Yoimiya, Ayaka, and Tohma, which leaves only one spot open.
We are still far away from seeing the new update so anything can change from now until then. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned. Genshin Impact is currently available for free on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch version will be coming sometime soon.
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Pokdepinion: If you fancy new characters in the game, there will be plenty to look forward to after update 1.6. For me, this sounds like way too many to keep track of, and too many to grow. I’m not sure if I have the time and energy for this.
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Clownfield 2042 Parodies Battlefield 2042 But Performs Better

Battlefield 2042 was launched in a mess, riddles with bugs and glitches here and there. Enter Clownfield 2042, taking what makes the game it parodies and turning it up a notch in a more wacky way. Let’s dive right into it.
Clownfield 2042: A Better Battlefield 2042?

Clownfield 2042 is basically a parody of Battlefield 2042, as it’s a first-person shooter with the special weather effects such as tornadoes, and it also includes the signature destructible environment. The catch here is that the game isn’t trying to make it realistic as it’s more of a wacky, zany approach to it.

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Funnily enough, the game has bugs that the developers over at Riverside Sports claimed that they will never fix. If you were familiar with how overpowered hovercrafts are in Battlefield 2042, they’ve also included it in the game. In case you were wondering, the game does have a scoreboard as well.
The game itself isn”t free, but it is available for a very affordable price on Steam, at just USD $1 / RM3. Moreover, the game has a 10% discount offer until 8th January 2022. Reviews on the game have been mostly positive, which is ironic to think about given that the game it’s parodying is doing badly on that end. Since it is on Steam, the game is exclusive to PC gamers.

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Pokdepinion: It’s really cheap and it’s surprisingly fun to play. You should just get some friends together to play this game, you’d be surprised how enjoyable it really is. I mean, given the price and the additional discount on top of it (at the time of this writing), you really got nothing to lose with this.
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TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta Max SSD 500GB Review — beauty does not come cheap

SSDs aren’t exactly the prettiest components in our PCs, but hey, we do get some that try to change that up a bit. Today we will be looking at the TEAMGROUP T-Force Delta Max SSD, which comes with a full ARGB plate to increase the aesthetic appeal of the drives. But how does it perform? Well, we will find out in a bit.
Unboxing

The packaging of the T-Force Delta Max SSD is more premium than most, with the front showcasing the design of the SSD in both its on and off states. Meanwhile on the rear, TEAMGROUP made full use of the space to print the specifications, and even listed down the ARGB modes here.

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How often do you get an SSD that comes with a microfiber cloth for you to wipe it? Well, the T-Force Delta Max SSD comes with one, as well as two cables for you to make use of the ARGB lighting. There’s also a T-FORCE case sticker in case if a bright glowing SSD isn’t enough to show off your brand allegiance.
Appearance

The T-Force Delta Max SSD is quite a looker, even when off. The blue tint is very reminiscent of the T-FORCE Xtreem ARGB, and this SSD should fit right in if you are going for maximum bling in your build. This surface is plastic though, so you will have to take extra care not to leave fingerprints, or worse, scratches.

The other side is just plastic, with the necessary labeling. Nothing too special here. I think a metal case might have been good for heat dissipation, although SATA SSDs don’t usually run that hot anyway. This is no different, as we will talk about it in a bit.

And now, the highlight of the day, the ARGB lighting. I must commend TEAMGROUP for doing an excellent job here. The colors transition extremely smoothly and the illumination is beautifully diffused across the entire surface of the SSD. I would say TEAMGROUP put that extra 2.5mm of thickness to excellent use here with the T-Force Delta Max SSD. Brightness is on the lower side of things though, which might be a side effect of the near-perfect diffusion.

As the T-Force Delta Max SSD powers the ARGB lighting via microUSB, you can use it as an ornament too. Unfortunately TEAMGROUP didn’t see it fit to throw in USB functionality so you can use it as a fancy external SSD, nor the ability to run the ARGB lighting off SATA power, which means you will have to deal with at least three cables connected to the SSD if you want to have it lit up, regardless if you want to have the lighting synchronized to your motherboard or not.
Specifications
T-Force Delta Max SSD 500GB

Capacity
500GB (465GB usable)

Interface
SATA III 6Gbps

NAND Type
Samsung 64L 3D TLC NAND

DRAM Cache
DDR3

Controller
Silicon Motion SM2258

Rated speed
Sequential:
Read: Up to 560MB/s Write: Up to 510MB/s
Random:
Read: 90 000 IOPS Write: 80 000 IOPS

Endurance
120TBW

Dimensions
100 mm X 69.85 mm X 9.5 mm

Weight
78 gram

Included accessories
9-pin USB header to microUSB cable
3-pin ARGB header to microUSB cable
Microfiber cloth
Case badge

Warranty
3 years

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CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 3800XT

Cooler
 Cooler Master ML240R

Motherboard
ASUS TUF Gaming X570 Plus (WiFi)

GPU
 ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

Memory
2 x 8GB T-FORCE Dark Za DDR4-3600 CL18

Storage
Kingston UV400 120GB
Kingston UV500 1TB
Seagate FireCuda SSHD 1TB
Toshiba OEM PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD 256GB

Power Supply
 Cooler Master V850

Performance

In CrystalDiskMark we see the T-Force Delta Max SSD deliver slightly higher speeds than what it was rated for, which is always nice to see. It’s not the fastest SATA drive in the market right now, but it does lag behind too much either.

A similar scenario is seen in AS SSD. It does have pretty impressive sequential speeds but 4K speeds are definitely not its forte.

Anvil’s Storage Utilities rates it pretty similarly to most other SATA SSDs we have seen in the past. Nothing too surprising here.
Real World

Game loading times are pretty close to the PCIe 3.0 x4 SSDs, which is nice to see. Gamers generally do not see a huge improvements moving to PCIe 3.0 x4 SSDs anyway, so this SATA drive is definitely up to snuff as a game drive.

File transfers are relatively quick, with consistent speeds even after a continuous 80GB write. With the exception of the the “Documents” part of the test which involves writing many small files, the T-Force Delta Max SSD made quick work of our transfer test.
Interestingly, despite the massive light show slapped onto the drive, the highest temperatures observed on the shell was just 41°C, and that was after I wrote a whopping 80GB to the drive. It’s worth noting that the T-Force Delta Max SSD does not report its temperature, so we had to take an infrared thermometer to it to measure the temperature on its under side. Another RGB SSD from another manufacturer reportedly severely throttles even under regular usage, so I am glad to report that that doesn’t happen with the T-Force Delta Max SSD.

It looks good, performs well, but unfortunately it won’t be the best bang for buck purchase. Its price per GB is way beyond what recent affordable PCIe 3.0 x4 drives go for. Well, I guess that’s what the bling costs.
Conclusion
For RM539, you are paying for a beautiful SATA SSD that would fit right into a full RGB build, so much so that even the SSDs must glow. Value for money probably takes a back seat in such a build, which is where the T-Force Delta Max SSD will fit right in. It’s more expensive than most SSDs in recent times, but its ARGB lighting is unparalleled. If looks is more important to you than the sheer performance of a PCIe NVMe SSD, well, this is the drive for you. The right mindset is to think of it as a ornamental part that doubles as a storage drive, and you will see its value.

Our thanks to TEAMGROUP for sending us the T-Force Delta Max SSD for review.

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POCO M3 Renders Leak Shows a Very Stylish Design and a Dot Drop Display

Looks like leaks for the upcoming POCO M3 are coming in thick and fast ahead of the device’s November 24 global launch. The upcoming POCO device already had its specifications leaked the other day which sees it sporting a Snapdragon 662 SoC, a 6,000mAh battery, 18W fast charging as well as a triple camera setup with a 48MP main lens.
Looking good there, POCO M3
Now renders of the POCO M3 have surfaced which shows an extensive look at the overall design of the device. By the looks of the renders, the POCO M3 will have a very stylish dual-tone look to it. The back of the device features a wide rectangular block at the top that houses the device’s triple camera setup as well as the POCO logo done in white. Also, it looks like they’ve shrunk the POCO logo this time around.

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The renders also reveal some of the potential colour variants – black, blue and yellow – the POCO M3 will come with and they look pretty good against the black rectangular top piece, particularly the yellow colour variant. The renders also give us a better look at the already leaked 6.53-inch Full HD+ display with a Dot Drop notch.
The POCO M3 will launch on 24 November and will be streamed live on POCO’s Facebook and Twitter pages as well as the POCO YouTube channel.
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Pokdepinion: I really like the design of the M3 especially the yellow one. It reminds me a lot of the old Nokia Lumia 1020 but with a rectangular bit at the top.
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Bixby learns Mandarin Chinese in Malaysia; caters to the large Mandarin-speaking community in Malaysia

Samsung Malaysia has just announced that the Bixby voice assistant has just picked up a new language: Mandarin Chinese. Users of the Galaxy S8, S8+ and Note8 devices can now communicate with their smartphone in this new language.
Samsung Malaysia introduced this new language after US English and Korean, which were offered since launch. The introduction of Mandarin Chinese allows users to interact with their devices in their mother’s tongue.

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With the introduction of its new language capability, Mandarin Chinese will now be integrated into Bixby Home, Reminder and Vision, as well as selected native apps by Samsung, Bixby Lab and other third parties. Via Mandarin Chinese, existing Malaysian users will be able to smoothly switch from voice command, to touch, to text, and back to voice in their own comfortable language.
Samsung plans to add more languages while the natural language-understanding ability allows Bixby to continuously improve its interpretations of regional dialects. The Bixby ecosystem is also set to grow with more devices, apps and services meshing together as an intelligent interface for an ever improving experience with Bixby.
Pokdepinion: I have never gotten the opportunity to try Bixby, but support for Mandarin Chinese is definitely a huge challenge considering pronunciation and context is very important in understanding Chinese. Kudos to Samsung for overcoming the difficulties!
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YouTube To Default Videos At 480p Globally

You might have remembered that previously we’ve announced YouTube and Netflix will be lowering the quality preset of videos in order to lessen the taxing toll on internet infrastructure. Well it’s been revealed the decision to be implemented globally, at least on YouTube’s side.
YouTube to make 480p video quality globally default
It is said that it will run until a month, though there is a possibility that it will even be extended. Don’t be worried though. You can still enjoy higher definition videos on the platform. It’s just that you will need to toggle it manually yourself for each video that you watch.
It’s likely that YouTube doesn’t think that a lot of people will go through the hassle of doing so but… we’ll probably find out for ourselves.

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Due to the lockdown in several countries in the world, it’s understandable that they are worried about the hefty toll that playing high resolution videos have on the internet infrastructure.
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Pokdepinion: If it’s simply music videos, I wouldn’t mind playing them on low quality. Normal videos however…well you know what I’m thinking about.
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Tt eSPORTS Shock Gaming Headset Review

Greeting , i got a few new Gaming Headset from Tt eSPORTS which is Tt eSPORTS Shock , Tt eSPORTS Shock Battle Edition and Tt eSPORTS Shock One , i will do unboxing for you guys first and later on i will explain to you how it sound . all of these headset already been tested torture and burn-in more than 2 week .
UNBOXING Tt eSPORTS Shock and Shock Battle Edition

Left side Shock Batlle Edition and Right side Shock Black .

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As you can see in the picture above both of them are identical in specifications , the only different is Battle edition camo in dark army green .

Everything is the same on the back .

Shock Battle Edition .

Foldable side by side Shock Battle Edition and Shock Black , i really like the headband glossy finish it give a premium feel to these headset .

Both headset are identical design except the camo , and the earpad is using breathable cloth pad which is a great for long term use .

Both of Shock and Battle Edition come with carrying cloth bag to protect the headset when you are on mobile .
UNBOXING Tt eSPORTS Shock One

Shock One USB 5.1 Virtual surround sound headset .

Flip Cover box with window that you can see the headset .

Inline control DAC for Shock One .

shock one also come with a carrying bag and extra earpad , by default it use the synthetic leather but i already change its to cloth earpad .
TESTING PHASE

Before i start if you guys want more information about these headset please check out the link below
Tt eSPORTS SHOCK (black)
Tt eSPORTS SHOCK (battle edition)
Tt eSPORTS SHOCK One
All three headset already have been burn-in more than 12hour at mid level volume using Jlab Audio Burn-in and using onboard Realtek ALC889

Shock and Shock Battle Edition
These two are exactly the same to me except the camo , there is 7 different theme you can choose for these headset . How it sound? was it good? does it really have a good enhanced bass? ,
Music – if you look at the box , it say “premium sound an engaged battle victory” and “Bass Enhancement” , both of them does deliver a decent sound quality but lack of clarity because its bass to strong , for “Bass Enhancement” well this is true Tt eSPORTS Shock gaming headset it does give a good deep strong bass but there is a trade in clarity of higher frequency . Overall for music if you  a basshead i thnk Shock headset are pretty much good for you .
Games (Battlefield 4) – Shock deliver a decent sound quality for gaming but when it come to EXPLOSION! thumb up for this headset :-) the bass enhancement really does give a good explosion sound , other then explosion sound everything else sound a bit bassy and muffle , imagine your head was covered in a medium size box then try speaking .
Movies – for movies Shock gaming headset did not sound very well because actor voice sound very muffle , its like a thick scarf covering their mouth , but for movies that is more to action/explosion its a yes! for movies that have loooooong conversation totally a no!
Shock One
Shock One is a USB 5.1 virtual surround headset using DTS surround sound technology . The design is pretty much same with normal Shock but the cable is braided and the build quality more sturdy .
Music – being a USB headset and virtual 5.1 surround sound i did not expect anything good from this , but Shock One it does shock me a little bit :-) it give a nice warmth sound quality and the clarity is good to . but the downside is the bass feel flat .
Games (Battlefield 4) – for games i sound pretty much the same with the normal Shock but without the bass enhancement enemy footstep sound muffed .
Movies – in movies Shock One sound was good and enjoyable pretty much decent quality :-) .

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Forza Horizon 5 Gets Second Rally-Inspired DLC, Available March 29

After the re-imagined Hot Wheels expansion, Forza is back with another expansion for Horizon Festival Mexico.

Forza’s next map expansion, titled Rally Adventure, is set on a fictional map called Sierra Nueva – said to feature the “most extreme driving roads ever”, claims Playground Games, the studio behind Forza Horizon series. The map will include various biomes include a town, abandoned quarry, sand dunes, and forests. The expansion will see the largest number of events added in a Horizon DLC, with a new campaign mode that features rally stages and multi-car racing.

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The expansion will get something new on Forza – a rally co-driver. For those unaware, rally races will have a passenger (co-driver) who calls out map routes for the racing driver to navigate the course. Those who played DiRT or WRC games before will be familiar with this new racing mode.

With this expansion comes 10 new cars, and this time they are all geared for off-road duties. A new performance upgrade, anti-lag system, will be introduced to provide the endless backfiring effects that racing spectators crave. Among the new cars are: Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum EV, Hoonigan Volkswagen Baja Beetle Class 5/1600 ‘Scumbug’, Ford #4 Focus RS circa 2001, and more.
The new expansion will be available as a standalone purchase for existing Forza Horizon 5 players for $19.99 – those who owns Premium Edition, Premium Add-ons Bundle or Expansions Bundle will get the DLC right away when the new expansion arrives in March 29, 2023.

Pokdepinion: About time, I am getting pretty bored in the base game right now.
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Lenovo Introduce New ThinkPad X1 Extreme — Price Starts From RM8,113

Lenovo has introduced their brand new ThinkPad X1 Extreme at their annual Tech Life event just recently. It certainly looks like a powerful productivity machine.
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme
With Lenovo’s new slim ThinkPad X1 Extreme, it comes with an 8th Gen Intel Core processor featuring integrated Gigabit Wi-Fi, which includes a Core i9. There’s also multi-monitor support, which enables you to multitask better and with its RapidCharge technology charges the battery up to 80% in just 60 minutes.
Featuring a 15.6″ FHD IPS display, the laptop weighs 1.7KG. With it’s Thunderbolt 3 workstation dock, it enables to connect to multiple 4K displays, handle heavy multimedia content and also transfer files at lightning speed.

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Besides that, it offers 4K, 100% Adobe RGB color gamut display with Dolby Vision HDR and Dolby Atmos immersive audio for your content creation and consumption activities.
Other specifications of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Extreme includes;

Up to Windows 10 Pro
NVIDIA GeForce 1050Ti Max-Q 4GB
720p HD Camera with ThinkShutter or IR Camera
Up to 64GB DDR4 RAM
2 x M.2.2280 PCIe TLC and 2 x 1TB PCIe SSD
Up to 15 hours (80Whr integrated battery)
Optional rechargeable Lenovo Pen Pro

The ThinkPad X1 Extreme will be available in EMEA from September 2018 with a starting price of €1,695 (around RM8,113).
Pokdepinion: Judging from what it offers, this is indeed a powerful machine. I wonder if they will bring it here in Malaysia though.
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ASUS ZenPower Pro & Ultra review – even better than before

I used to have several power bank but most of them tend to just die off after several months of usage. In fact, I have had two Mi Power Bank 10400 mAh and both are goners within a year. Later I got the ASUS ZenPower that we have reviewed before, and guess what, it has been over a year and it is still functioning even after I dropped it countless times.
The latest flavor of ASUS’ powerbanks are the ASUS ZenPower Pro and ZenPower Ultra, both of which comes with little twists that might appeal to smartphone users of all kinds. So let’s start and dig up some pros and cons of both the powerbanks.

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Unboxing
The latest ASUS ZenPower Pro and ZenPower Ultra comes in three color options, which are black, pink and grey. Let’s get started with the ASUS ZenPower Pro first.

Inside the packaging, we have the power bank itself, user manual and a “fettuccine” USB cable. If you notice one of the manuals is in Chinese. Well this is because Super Daddy got his unit from his visit to ASUS’ show at Computex 2016 back then.

Moving on to the ZenPower Ultra, the considerably tall and bulky packaging gives you an inkling of how big it is. Inside the box, we have the ZenPower itself, user manual, a USB cable and a nice velvety pouch.

Appearance
At first glance there’s not much differences between the ZenPower Pro and the previous version.  The size is almost similar but the ZenPower Pro is little bit taller. The main #Zenvolution on the power bank is the extra output and a LED flashlight.

If you look closely, you will also notice that the black ZenPower Pro has the Zen concentric circles pattern on its top plate, while the pink one settles for a sandblasted finish. If you are anything like us, we would be scrambling to get one of the black ones anytime over any other color.
Unlike the older version, the latest ASUS ZenPower Pro comes with two USB ports, and one of them supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0. So if you have any devices that support quick charging, it would definitely benefit you with faster charging times. So yeah, that explains the “Pro” moniker on these new powerbanks.
If you want more capacity, the ASUS Zenpower Ultra is your choice. It doubles the capacity of the ZenPower Pro and offer a pretty similar list of features. The ASUS ZenPower Ultra also includes a pouch to protect the powerbank since its larger dimensions will also mean more surface area to damage compared to the smaller ZenPower Pro. All ZenPower Ultras feature the Zen pattern on its top plate, irregardless of color choice.

The ZenPower Ultra also features two USB ports, one of which supports fast charging. I do think that they should accept fast charging, as it will take a obscene amount of time to fill these powerbanks up if they get empty.

The ASUS ZenPower Pro and Ultra comes with 1 LED flashlight and is quite bright, but I doubt it is enough to fill a totally dark room with illumination.

Specifications

ASUS ZenPower Pro
ASUS ZenPower Ultra

Battery type
Cylindrical rechargeable lithium ion
Rechargeable lithium-ion cell

Capacity
10050mAh
20100mAh

Input power
DC 5.0V 2.0A
DC 5.0V 2.0A or 9.0V 2.0A

Output power
Port 1: DC 5.1V/2.4A(Max)or 9.1 V2.0A or 12.1V/1.5A
Port 2 : DC 5.1V/2.4A(Max)
Port1+Port2:23.5W(Max)
Output 1&2: DC 5.1V/2.4A or 9.1V/2A or 12.1V/1.5A
Output 1+2: 36W(Max)

Dimension
100 x 59.6 x 22 mm
175 x 59.6 x 22 mm

Weight
230g
420g

Quickcharge support
Qualcomm® Quick Charge 2.0

Safety
1.Temperature Protection
2.Short Circuit Protection
3.Reset Protection
4.Input Over Voltage Protection
5.Output Over Voltage Protection
6. Input Reverse Direction Protection
7.Over Charge/Over Discharge Protection
8.Output Over Current Protection
9.Cell PTC Protection
10.Adapter Protection
11.JEITA Protection

User Experience
Well it’s a powerbank after all. During my test I swapped and used each powerbank over several weeks. One thing I love about the ASUS ZenPowers is that they don’t heat up when discharging. I have noticed this since the old ZenPower. In my hands, there’s not much to differentiate between the ZenPower Pro and the old ZenPower since its physical appearance and structure are pretty similar. It’s a quite different story with the ZenPower Ultra though, and the weight might be a bit heavy for some people, especially girls. But well girls, you can always keep the ZenPower Ultra in your “Doraemon Pocket” or what normal people may call a handbag.

The Quick Charging works like a charm and is capable of delivering up to 18W of juice to your device if it supports it. What I love with the latest batch of ZenPowers is that you can concurrently charge two devices at the same time.

I’m not a fan of flat fettuccine USB cables and luckily the ZenPower Ultra comes with a standard 30 cm USB cable. For me the flat cable is too short and feels limiting if I want to charge a phone with the powerbank in your bag. Optionally you can replace it with your own smartphone cable, or if you want extra durability and life-time warranty, you can get the Gold awarded i10 cable we have tested before.

Conclusion
I’m very satisfied with both the ASUS ZenPower Pro and ZenPower Ultra. For me, powerbanks are becoming essential accessories for any smartphone except if It comes with a big chunky battery at 4000 mAh and above. This might not be important for some people, but I really appreciate the hard work ASUS has put in on the latest ZenPower. Start with only 6 international certifications, ASUS have increase the number to 11 to make it even better.
Choosing between the ZenPowers, I will definitely go with the ASUS ZenPower Ultra for more capacity. If your device supports Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0, you could stand to gain even more by using the ZenPower Ultra or ZenPower Pro.
The ASUS ZenPower Pro will cost you RM129 while the ZenPower Ultra will come in at around RM200 (to be honest I forgot what the actual price tag is). Currently the ZenPowers is not yet available on the market, but it will available at early of August, around the same time as the ASUS #Zenvolution event on 6th of August.

This only a short term review, but I really hope both the latest ZenPowers have the exact durability as the old ZenPower that I’m currently using. I awarded both the ZenPower Pro and ZenPower Ultra with our Silver Pokdeward and hope ASUS will throw in even more nifty features into their products in future.
You can found detail about the products here:
ASUS ZenPower Pro: https://www.asus.com/Phone-Accessory/ASUS-ZenPower-Pro/Features/
ASUS ZenPower Ultra: https://www.asus.com/Phone-Accessory/ASUS-ZenPower-Ultra/overview/

P/S: We are about to giveaway one of these, so stay tuned!
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OPPO Teases Smartphone With Retractable Rear Camera

OPPO will be hosting their annual Inno Day. If you remember, they’ve unveiled a rollable display concept last year but this time around, it appears that they’ve teased on a smartphone that comes with a retractable rear camera.
OPPO retractable rear camera

Most pop-ups are annoying…
But not our self-developed retractable camera! 😉
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The teaser was revealed over at OPPO’s official Twitter page where it seems that the sensor is a 1/1.56-inch sensor with f/2.4 aperture. This suggests that it is the Sony IMX766 sensor. Reports suggest that it could be used as a zoom shooter.

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From the video, we can see it retracts while being wet, suggesting that it is splash resistant. We should learn more about it as Inno Day 2021 is just days away from now.
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Pokdepinion: When I see features such as this, the one thing that I worry about is the durability and the practicality of it. It looks cool, sure, but does it actually bring something to the table? Let’s hope that’s the case when they reveal more at the event.
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Sony Makes Major Change With Regards to the PlayStation 5

With every new video game console generation, the hardware makers usually cater them to as many gamers as possible. After all, they would want as many people to adopt their platform as possible. With the PlayStation 5 however, we are expected to see a major change to that strategy.
According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, Sony CEO Kenichiro Yoshida described the PlayStation 5 as a product for “hardcore gamers who obsess over the latest features”. Furthermore, it was said to be “a niche product aimed at serious players”, saying that the company is aiming at an older, more mature audience than competitor Nintendo, which seems like it’s going to keep doing brisk business with the Nintendo Switch.

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This could be an indication that Sony Interactive Entertainment has a bigger focus on AAA games on the PS5 rather than smaller, indie titles that would be available on other platforms. The shift towards appealing more towards enthusiasts who’d want want to have the latest features is an interesting, yet logical move with the rapid evolution of the gaming industry.
When you think of their past products, the first PlayStation has a technological marvel which had a bigger emphasis on 3D games. The PS2 had a widespread appeal not just as a gaming device, but also as an affordable yet effective DVD player, even when compared to others standalone DVD players in the market. The PS3 was more of an enthusiast product given its price tag and the cel-processor that was emphasized on.
With how fast technology and gaming has evolved, the appeal of having powerful graphics have started to wane with each generation. As such, even a giant like Sony needed to reconsider who they’re appealing to aside from those who simply want to game. Making it more of a niche product geared towards enthusiasts who would be keen on having powerful technology and the latest features is a natural progression for the PlayStation brand.
The PlayStation 4 is currently at 96.8 million units shipped worldwide and it wouldn’t be surprising to see it reach the 100 million mark by the end of its lifespan. It would be interesting to see if its successor would be able to match up the success of the PS4.
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Pokdepinion: I’m wondering if this would mean that the PlayStation 4 would still be a viable platform. However, developing games but keeping older hardware in consideration might hinder the game’s potential, which doesn’t sound good to me.
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Acer Predator Triton 500 and Nitro 5 Gets New 10th Gen Intel Core CPU

The folks over at Acer have announced that the upcoming Acer Predator Triton 500 and Nitro 5 gaming laptops will be coming with some amazing performance boosts overall. This will be in the form of the latest 10th Gen Intel Core CPU and the new NVIDIA GeForce RTX SUPER and GTX GPUs.
Acer Predator Triton 500

The new Acer Predator Triton 500 is powered by the latest 10th Gen Intel Core CPU and comes with a choice of either NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER or 2070 SUPER Max-Q. It’s designed for professionals who also play games as the battery life is touted at 7.5 hours per full charge. On the memory side, you get up to 32GB DDR4 RAM and 2TB NVMe SSD in RAID 0 configuration.

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We get some notable upgrades for the display as it now has a 300Hz refresh rate, IPS panel with 3 ms overdrive response time, 100% sRGB colour gamut, and NVIDIA G-SYNC support. On the networking side, it is powered by the KILLER Wi-Fi 6 AX1650i, E3100G ethernet, and Control Center 2.0 to optimize connection quality.
They managed to keep the machine portable as it measures in at 17.9mm thin and only 2.1kg in weight. It features an all-metal body with narrow bezels that give you 81% screen-to-body ratio.
One notable new feature is the Acer Vortex Flow technology which involves three custom-engineered fans strategically placed in the chassis working together for improved airflow while simultaneously reducing noise. The cooling performance can be improved further with the use of the CoolBoost technology for higher fan speeds. It is said to have the all-metal 4th Gen AeroBlade 3D fans, which increases airflow by 45% over the previous generation. Together with five heat pipes, Acer claims that it has 33% better thermal performance overall compared to the 2019 version.
The Acer Predator Triton 500 will be available in the US starting May 2020 with a retail price of USD $2,199.99, in EMEA in May 2020 for €1,899, and in China in May 2020 for ¥14,999. No word yet on a Malaysian release, price, and specifications but we will be reporting on it as soon as information becomes available.
If you want to check out our review of the 2019 Acer Predator Triton 500, click right here.
Acer Nitro 5

The new Acer Nitro 5 on the other hand is the more affordable option. It will be powered by up to a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 CPU with the choice of either the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060, GTX 1650Ti or GTX 1650 GPU. As for memory, it has up to two M.2 PCie SSD, 1TB HDD, and 32GB DDR4 RAM in two DIMM slots that allows for upgrades.
It will be using a 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display in either 144Hz or 120Hz refresh rate options, 3 ms response time, 72% NTSC, and 300-nit brightness. As for cooling, it has a dual-fan system placed on intake / exhaust ports and four heat vents. It is said to have 25% better thermal performance than its 2019 counterpart, which can still be improved on with the use of the CoolBoost technology.
On the networking side, it is powered by the Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 (802.11ax) and KILLER Ethernet E2600.
The Acer Nitro 5 will be available in the US starting May 2020 with a retail price of USD $749.99, in EMEA in May 2020 for €899, and in China in May 2020 for ¥6,499. No word yet on a Malaysian release, price, and specifications but we will be reporting on it as soon as information becomes available.
Pokdepinion: I personally own the 2019 Triton 500 so I’m quite intrigued by the new version. I’m also hoping the noise is more bearable this time around. Can’t wait to try it out myself.
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Huge, Beautiful and Insane, Meet Acer’s New Predator 21 X

Real laptops have curves

Today Acer released their newest beast, the Predator 21 X. This new addition to Acer’s gaming-centric line of laptops and PCs is purportedly the world’s first laptop to have a curved screen. The Predator 21 X comes with a curved 21 inch IPS display with a resolution of 2560×1080 and a 120Hz refresh rate and supports NVIDIA G-SYNC for smooth and sharp gameplay.. The laptop also comes with a full-sized mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX Brown switches that are RGB backlit and customisable through Acer’s in-house PredatorSense software. It also has a pretty peculiar numeric keyboard modular setup where you can flip the panel over to switch to a Precision Touchpad.

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With the Predator 21 X, Acer aims to take it’s Predator brand position in gaming to a new level with its showcase of advanced technology and never-before seen innovation.
Under the hood the Predator 21 X sports a 7th Gen Intel CoreTM i7 processor that is overclockable, dual NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 graphic cards in an SLI setup and 64GB of DDR4-2400 memory. This is one incredibly powerful laptop.
Of course Acer isn’t pulling back any punches when it comes to the tech department on the Predator 21 X as the laptop also integrates Tobii eye-tracking technology. The eye tracker consists of illuminators and cameras that can help you identify enemies, aim, and take cover simply by gazing at objects on the screen.
Chan Weng Hong, Acer Sales & Services Sdn Bhd General Manager of Products, Sales and Marketing remarked,
The Predator 21 X along with Acer’s wide range of gaming devices reinforces our commitment to
premium gaming with discerning enthusiasts around the world in mind. The Predator 21 X is Acer’s
flagship gaming laptop and is advanced beyond anything available in the market today.
The sound on this ain’t no slouch either as the Predator 21 X comes packed with SoundPound 4.2+ (4 speakers and 2 subwoofers), 3-way audio and Dolby Audio for some serious eargasms. The Predator 21 X has five system fans on board with three of them being ultra-thin AeroBladeTM metal fans to keep your laptop cool.

As if things couldn’t get any more outrageous, the Predator 21 X comes bundled together with a limited edition heavy duty carrying case to keep the laptop and its accessories safe and secure. Retail price for the Predator 21 X is a whopping RM39,999 with only 300 units made worldwide. Making this one of Acer’s most exclusive products on the market.

Those who are interested in getting this amazing piece of hardware can order via email at [email protected] as it is on a first come first served basis.
You can check out the Predator 21 X and a cavalcade of other Acer products at their roadshow happening between 17 to 21 May 2017 at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya. Purchases above RM4,000 of select Acer products at the roadshow will be rewarded with a set of Jabra Halo Fusion Wireless Bluetooth Stereo Earbuds. Meanwhile, 1TB Hard Disk Drives will be given away to those who purchase select Acer products worth from RM3,001 to RM3,999, whereas purchases of RM3,000 and below will receive RM50 shopping vouchers!
Pokdepinion: This is truly a laptop normal folks like you and I can only to marvel at and definitely for those who’ve oodles and oodles of cash to burn.
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AMD Radeon RX 490 — two is better than one?

While the PC enthusiasts circle was giddy with the AMD Radeon RX 480 launch and the following NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 rumors and subsequent announcement, it seems a redditor was pretty observant of AMD’s moves. He has spotted a list of cards eligible for a promotion, a list which included the yet unseen AMD Radeon RX 490.

Is AMD giving us a hint that Vega is coming real soon? Nope. Confirming the validity of an upcoming AMD Radeon RX 490 is this screenshot from yet another redditor, which shows Sapphire listing the “Radeon 490” in its support ticketing system.

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Well it seems like the “Radeon 490” which we will assume to be the RX 490, will feature 8GB of DDR5 VRAM, while Vega is supposed to come with HBM2 memory. Vega is also not coming so soon according to AMD’s roadmap, most probably only making an appearance in 2017. The RX 480 is also supposedly packing the full Polaris 10 GPU, which means there won’t be bigger GPUs based on the Polaris architecture. WCCFTech suggests that the RX 490 will be a dual GPU model, which we think is the most plausible.

If we look at this slide published by AMD regarding their naming convention for upcoming cards, we can see that the RX 490 — if it isn’t just a simple mistake on both AMD’s and Sapphire’s part — should be capable of 4K gaming. 4K gaming should be well within the means of two Polaris 10 GPUs.
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Pokdepinion: Since AMD has announced that two RX 480s will be faster and more efficient than a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080, it isn’t really surprising to see AMD release a dual-GPU single card to go head to head with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080. However I hope they manage to keep the card well fed with power.
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HONOR Game Palace Tournament Is Back And They Want You To Join

HONOR Malaysia has announced that their HONOR Game Palace Tournament is back again this year, following their success last time around. The tournament will see 20 teams combat in 5v5s in Mobile Legends and battle it out to win the grand prize.
HONOR Game Palace Tournament 2020
Players in the tournament will enter a Custom Draft Pick Mode, where the winning team members will each walk away with an HONOR 9X Pro. For the first runners up, they will win an HONOR Bluetooth Earphone each.
The tournament is now open for registration up until the 25th of June 2020 for HONOR Club Malaysia members. If you are interested in participating, you can follow the following steps:

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Register to be a member of the HONOR Club Malaysia (if you haven’t)Comment and tell them why you’d like to join the combat along with the #HONORGAMEPALACE2020 hashtag at the forumTeam leaders representing the group are to fill up the registration form here
So if you’re interested in joining the tournament, you know what to do now.
We’ve previously reviewed the HONOR 9X Pro. Learn our full thoughts on the device by heading to the link right here.
Pokdepinion: If you’re good at the game, why not give it a go? It’s a pretty good smartphone to win if you ask me.
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Xbox Series X Controller Uses AA Batteries, And Here’s Why

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Many gamers across the world are excited to welcome the upcoming Xbox Series X. However, there are still some details that are still kept secret for now. Microsoft has shared some new details, along with a confirmation that the Xbox Series X controller uses AA batteries.
This move may seem baffling for many gamers, especially since it’s the same thing as the previous two generations’ controllers. It’s especially the case given their rival, PlayStation, has been using rechargeable batteries for their controllers since the PS3. However, there’s a good reason for doing so.
According to Jason Ronald, the partner director of program management at Xbox, there is a near 50 / 50 split between people who want a rechargeable controller and those who prefer disposable batteries. As such, giving gamers the option to use a rechargeable battery pack will allow them to appease everyone.

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Jason Ronald on the Xbox Series X Controller Battery Debacle
What it comes down to is when actually talking to gamers, it’s kind of polarising and there is a strong camp that really want AAs. So just giving flexibility is the way to please both [sets of] people… You can use a rechargeable battery pack and it works just like it does on the Elite, [but] it is a separate thing.
With that being said, the rechargeable battery pack is a separate purchase, so you will have to spend extra for it. This type of battery also usually doesn’t last as long as with disposable batteries. Either way, the Xbox Series X controller will primarily rely on AA batteries.
The Xbox Series X will be launching sometime in Holiday 2020.
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Pokdepinion: Having the ability to use both rechargeable batteries and AA batteries is great. However, having to shell out extra for the battery pack may be seen as greedy for many gamers.
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Nokia Smartphone With 108MP Penta Camera Reportedly In The Works

Still remember about the Nokia 9 Pureview it had a total of 5 cameras at the back? Well it seems that Nokia is allegedly working on a new device with the same amount of cameras but featuring a 108MP lens this time around.
Nokia working on 108MP penta camera smartphone

According to reports, the company is looking to release a penta camera phone this year to succeed from the Nokia 8.3 that was unveiled the previous year.

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It appears that the device will be powered by a new Snapdragon 775 chipset, where it is the successor to the Snapdragon 765G, coming with performance upgrades.
Aside from the 108MP main camera, it is suggested that there will be an ultra-wide, depth, macro, and telephoto lens to complete the penta camera setup. ZEISS is on hand to give their expertise in the optics segment and the phone could get OZO Audio.
Not to forget, it is expected to come with a 6.5-inch QHD+ display that also comes with 120Hz refresh rate. The battery is said to be a big 6000mAh and seeing that how Nokia looks like they are set to ditch the decimal point naming, it is thought that the device will be called the Nokia X50.
The device is said to come out later in the year but as for the current moment, do take the news with a pinch of salt as nothing is confirmed just yet. For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
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Pokdepinion: The phone does sound absurd.. but look at the Nokia 9 Pureview, it was a crazy idea at the time. My concern about the device (if it indeed is true), will the Snapdragon 775 be strong enough to power up everything? We’ve seen before on how a chipset can make or break the experience when it comes to photography and even more.
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Call of Duty Modern Warfare PC System Requirements Revealed

Call of Duty Modern Warfare is set to arrive really soon this month. Fancy in getting the game for your PC? Well they’ve revealed on what PC system requirements that you’ll need to play the game for the best possible experience. Without further ado, here’s the recommended hardware:

Minimum Specifications

OS : Windows 7 64-Bit (SP1) or Windows 10 64-Bit
CPU: Intel Core i3-4340 or AMD FX-6300
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 670 / GeForce GTX 1650 / Radeon HD 7950
RAM: 8GB
Storage: 175GB
DirectX Compatible

Recommended Specifications (60fps)

OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update)
CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K or AMD Ryzen R5 1600X
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 970 / GTX 1660 or Radeon R9 390 / AMD RX 580
RAM: 12GB
Storage: 175GB
DirectX Compatible

Recommended Specifications (Ray Tracing)

OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update)
CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K or AMD Ryzen R5 1600X
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 175GB
DirectX Compatible

‘Competitive’ Specifications (High fps)

OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update)
CPU: Intel i7-8700K or AMD Ryzen 1800X
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 / RTX 2070 SUPER / Radeon RX Vega 64
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 175GB
DirectX Compatible

Ultra RTX Specifications (high FPS in 4K with Ray Tracing)

OS: Windows 10 64 Bit (latest update)
CPU: Intel i7-9700K or AMD Ryzen 2700X
GPU: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 SUPER
RAM: 16GB
Storage: 175GB
DirectX Compatible

As requirements go, it looks like you’d need quite the setup to experience the game at its best, especially the storage part.
The game’s publisher, Activision has also revealed that the game will be featuring NVIDIA Ansel, a powerful photo mode that allows you to take in-game photos on PC (in Campaign mode), which you can then customize with filters, tweaks, and other adjustments before you share it on your social media.

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Pokdepinion: Oh my lord. I thought RDR2’s HDD requirement was big, boy do I need to upgrade my storage now.
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Motorola’s Moto G5 Plus On Promotion – From Now Until 2nd October 2017!

Motorola has decided to put on their best selling Moto G5 Plus on sale at a promotional price. The sale is happening right now until the 2nd of October 2017.
Motorola Moto G5 Plus
You can now purchase and own the Moto G5 Plus at a discounted price of RM1099, which comes with bundled free gifts worth up to RM676 worth of value. This includes a flip cover, Motorola Pulse 2 headphones, extended warranty and accidental damage protection.
Note that the promotion is only available through their official Motorola e-store on Lazada Malaysia. The phone features a 5,2 inch Full HD 1080p display and scratch resistant through its Corning Gorilla Glass 3.

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The Moto G5 Plus packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor with a 2.0 GHz octa-core CPU and 650 MHz Adreno 506 GPU paired with a 4GB RAM and 32GB internal storage that is expandable. Battery wise, it is 3000mAh big and comes with Turbopower charging.
The phone runs on 7.0 Nougat and features a 12MP Dual Autofocus Pixels rear camera with a large f/1.7 aperture. At the front, it has a 5MP with f/2.2 aperture.
The Moto G5 Plus’ promotion is available in Fine Gold and Lunar Gray. To check other Motorola products, you can check it out by clicking here. To get more information on Motorola products, you can do so by going here
Pokdepinion: The specs are decent enough already, and with the price going down, it is definitely worth for consideration.
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TikTok Encourages Putting Mental Health Forward With Ministry of Health Malaysia

TikTok has just announced that they are working closely with the Ministry of Health in order to promote Malaysians to prioritise their mental wellbeing.
TikTok encouraging mental health positivity

TikTok is expanding its #KitaJagaKita campaign encouraging users to discuss why it is vital to take care of one’s mental health, leveraging the topic for World Mental Health Day in 2021, “Mental Health Care for All: Let’s Make It A Reality.” TikTok is encouraging its community to share their stories to inspire others on ways they’ve found to make themselves feel 10 out of 10 during the month of October, taking a lighthearted approach to raising awareness for mental health and wellbeing by referencing the “10.10 Shopping Sales” period in Malaysia.

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TikTok has also improved its app-based capabilities to assist users dealing with mental health difficulties, such as referring potentially disturbed users to suicide prevention or eating-disorder resources. The social media platform will direct users to local support organisations for treatment when they search the app for terms like “suicide.” TikTok collaborated with professionals to create an eating disorder guide for teenagers, families, and educators.

TikTok also heavily promotes videos of content creators discussing their mental health struggles and will offer advice on how to communicate to loved ones about these issues, as well as putting labels on sensitive content, allowing users to choose whether or not to see the content before it is aired.
Users may boost their mood by accessing feel-good user-generated material via selected #KitaJagaKita package deals. The social media platform is rallying communities to demonstrate the value of self-care, whether it is by spending time with family, participating in sports, or simply taking a moment to breathe.
Throughout the month, simply search #KitaJagaKita and discover material from the TikTok community on the Discover page. The page includes information on live sessions with MOH-certified mental health specialists and doctors, as well as resources for anyone seeking mental health assistance or services.
In addition to EduCity-hosted discussions about mental health, The social media platform’s collaboration with MOH will offer livestreams about physical well-being. Dato’ Dr Haji Noor Azmi bin Ghazali, Deputy Minister of Health, will go live on the app to discuss the need for immunisation among youth.
Launch the app and search for #KitaJagaKita for more information on Mental Health. For more information on TikTok’s work to promote public health and support communities during the pandemic, visit the app’s Safety Center.
Pokdepinion: Really glad TikTok is doing something about mental health. It’s a pretty known fact that talks about mental health in Malaysia is pretty weak at the moment so this is a great step forward.
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Phantasy Star Online 2 PC Launch Date Confirmed

The time to #JoinARKS is finally revealed. Phantasy Star Online 2, one of Japan’s biggest online action RPGs, arrives on Windows 10 next week, on May 27th.
More information coming soon to our official website: https://t.co/yW0dhGjwnE pic.twitter.com/jHjt7XnixZ
— Phantasy Star Online 2 (NA) (@play_pso2) May 19, 2020

If you have been waiting to play Phantasy Star Online 2 for a while but you’d rather not play on console, then I have some good news for you. Sega has confirmed the Phantasy Star Online 2 PC launch date, and it’s happening very soon.
Phantasy Star Online 2 PC Launch Date
Announced on the official Twitter account, the Phantasy Star Online 2 PC launch date has been set on 27th May 2020. In the game, you will be playing in a massive universe with a good number worlds to explore. You can create a character by choosing between four different races and nine character classes.

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When you’re up and ready, you can team up with up 11 other gamers and fight some of the toughest bosses the game has to offer. The PC version will have cross-play support with Xbox One, so you have more people to play with right from the launch date.
Apart from that, Sega will be bringing their first in-game collaboration with the popular vocaloud, Hatsune Miku, to the game. You’ll be able to get new cosmetics and accessories based on Hatsune Miku, along with Vocaloid performances to enjoy.
Sega mentioned that there will be more in-game events to enjoy this year, so there will be notable updates coming later. For now, you can look forward to the Phantasy Star Online 2 PC launch date on 27th May 2020.
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Pokdepinion: I can’t wait for this. Had quite some fond memories of the franchise and I’ve no clue what’s new in this one.
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Intel pumps $20 billion investment into two new fabs to amp up chip production

Intel is looking at a new strategy in business, with plans to scale up their production, to not only produce Intel chips, but also to produce cutting-edge chips for other clients. Intel calls this their IDM 2.0 strategy.
For starters, Intel has just announced that they are investing $20 billion into two new manufacturing facilities in Arizona, with them set to be ready for production in 2024. Intel will be equipping the factories with the latest EUV manufacturing technologies. Use of EUV is expected to bring higher performance while also simplifying manufacturing, which is always good news to a chipmaker like Intel.

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On top of that, Intel also revealed that Intel’s 7nm manufacturing node is well on schedule. The first 7nm product from Intel will be Ponte Vecchio, which combines all of Intel’s know-how including their Foveros 3D packaging and EMIB to be Intel’s first exascale GPU. Ponte Vecchio is set to be a part of the Aurora Supercomputer. Us normal users will probably have to wait for Meteor Lake to arrive in 2023.
Now onto the diversification part. Intel is going to offer their Intel Foundry Services to new customers. While previously Intel has relied on customized software tools, they are reportedly going to go with industry standard software tools this time around. This should help new customers use Intel Foundry Services more easily. Given how the semiconductor manufacturing business is literally booming right now to a point that we are seeing shortages in everything, Intel’s timing just couldn’t be better.

With that said, they are still going to go with external manufacturing services for certain products, like their upcoming Intel Xe HPG GPUs which will be made at TSMC. This is to allow Intel to deliver their products with considerations for cost, performance, schedule and supply.
Overall it seems like Intel has a pretty solid plan for the future, and it would be interesting to see how many clients will opt to go with Intel’s Foundry Services to avoid the congestion at TSMC.
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Pokdepinion: I wonder if we will ever see AMD going to Intel to manufacture their chips.
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ASUS Republic of Gamers Announces Swift PG248Q

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announces ROG Swift PG248Q, a competition-grade gaming monitor that provides seamless visuals and super-smooth gameplay. ROG Swift PG248Q has a 16:9 aspect ratio 24-inch Full HD (1920 by 1080) panel. In addition, it features an overclockable 180Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time and NVIDIA® G-SYNC™ technology for incredibly smooth and fast gameplay. Designed specifically for eSports, ROG Swift PG248Q is the official monitor of ESL ONE Cologne 2016 and The International 2016.
Ultra-smooth 180Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time
The 24-inch ROG Swift PG248Q monitor features a native 144Hz refresh rate that can be overclocked to an astonishing 180Hz. This gives gamers ultra-smooth, fast-moving gaming visuals with no lag or motion blur, making ROG Swift PG248Q ideal for first-person shooters, racing, real-time strategy and sports titles. In addition, ROG Swift PG248Q has a 1ms response time to eliminate smearing and motion blur, so users can react instantly to what happens onscreen.

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Gain a competitive edge with NVIDIA technologies
ROG Swift PG248Q features NVIDIA G-SYNC display technology to deliver the smoothest, fastest, and most breathtaking visuals imaginable. G-SYNC synchronizes the monitor’s refresh rate to the PC’s NVIDIA GeForce® GTX graphics card to eliminate screen tearing and minimize display stutter and input lag. Users can fully experience ROG Swift PG248Q’s 180Hz refresh rate with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 or higher graphics processor.
ROG Swift PG248Q is also compatible with the NVIDIA 3D Vision® 2 kit to open up a world of 3D entertainment. All that is required is an NVIDIA GeForce graphics card-equipped PC and 3D glasses for a more immersive gaming and movie experience. The latest NVIDIA 3D LightBoost™ provides brighter 3D visuals, without an increase in energy consumption.

Exclusive ASUS GamePlus and GameVisual technologies
ROG Swift PG248Q features the ASUS GamePlus hotkey for in-game enhancements like a crosshair overlay, an onscreen timer, a frames per second (FPS) counter and a display-alignment function.
The crosshair overlay provides four different crosshair options; while the onscreen timer positioned on the left of the screen helps gamers keep track of elapsed gaming time. The FPS counter lets users know how smoothly the game is running. The display alignment function provides three alignment lines on all four corners of the monitor to take the guesswork out of multi-display setups.
ROG Swift PG248Q also features ASUS GameVisual technology to give users up to six preset display modes (Scenery, Racing, Cinema, RTS/RPG, FPS (First-Person Shooter) and sRGB) to suit different game genres. This unique feature can be easily accessed via a hotkey.

Extensive connectivity options
ROG Swift PG248Q has a wide array of connectivity options including DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI. Two USB 3.0 ports provide convenient pass-through connectivity at speeds that are up to 10 times (10X) that of USB 2.0, and can also be used to quick-charge mobile devices.

Ultra-Low Blue Light technology & ergonomic design for gaming comfort
ASUS Ultra-Low Blue Light technology has four different blue-light filter settings that can be easily-accessed in the onscreen display (OSD) menu via a five-way joystick. Flicker-Free technology also helps reduce onscreen flicker for a more comfortable marathon gaming experience.
ROG Swift PG248Q has undergone stringent performance tests and is certified by TÜV Rheinland laboratories, a global provider of technical, safety, and certification services, to be flicker-free and to emit low levels of blue light.
ROG Swift PG248Q has a super-narrow bezel and VESA wall-mountable design that makes it ideal for almost-seamless multi-display setups. It has an ergonomically-designed stand with tilt, swivel, pivot and height adjustment, so users can find their ideal viewing position for comfortable marathon gaming sessions. A cable-management design feature found on the monitor stand helps users keep their gaming area tidy and free from tangled wires.

AVAILABILITY & PRICING
ROG Swift PG248Q will be available from July. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.

SPECIFICATIONS
ROG Swift PG248Q

Panel size (diagonal)

24-inch (61.0cm); widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio

Panel backlight / type

WLED / TN

True resolution

DisplayPort: 1920 x 1080 (overclockable to 180Hz refresh rate)
HDMI: 1920 x 1080 (up to 60Hz refresh rate)

Pixel pitch

0.276mm

Max. brightness

350cd/m²

Contrast ratio

1000:1

Viewing angle
(CR≧10)

170°(H) / 160°(V)

Display colors

16.7 million (8-bit)

Gamma adjustment

Supports Gamma 1.8 / 2.2 / 2.5

Response time

1ms (gray-to-gray)

Display technologies

NVIDIA® G-SYNC™
NVIDIA® Ultra Low Motion Blur
NVIDIA® 3D Vision®
NDVIDA 3D LightBoost™

ASUS-exclusive features

5-way OSD navigation joystick
ASUS GamePlus hotkey (Crosshair, Timer, FPS counter, and Display Alignment overlay)
ASUS GameVisual hotkey (First Person Shooter / RTS / RPG / Racing / sRGB / Cinema / Standard modes)

Eye Care Technology

Low Blue Light (TÜV Rheinland-certified)
Flicker-Free (TÜV Rheinland-certified)

Input/output

1 x DisplayPort 1.2
1 x HDMI (v1.4)
2 x USB 3.0
Earphone jack

Digital signal
frequency

HDMI: 30~90KHz(H)/ 24~60Hz(V)
DisplayPort (Normal): 67~166KHz(H)/ 30~144Hz(V)
DisplayPort (Overclocked): 67~212KHz(H)/ 30~180Hz(V)

Ergonomic design
features

Tilt: +20° ~ -5°
Swivel: +60° ~ -60°
Height Adjustment: Yes (0~120mm)
Pivot: 90° (clockwise)
VESA compatible: 100 x 100mm
Super narrow bezel design
Smart cable management

Size

561.6 x (418.2 ~ 538.2) x 237.9mm (W x H x D)

Weight

6.6kg (est.)

Pokdepinion: ASUS decision in using TN panel might be a great choice. Do you read yet about our analysis on gaming IPS monitor here.
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Grab Introduces Photo-Sharing Feature — Aims To Tackle Cancellations

Back in 2017, GrabChat was introduced as a way to cope against cancellation of bookings where they can message the driver on where to pick them up, now Grab is introducing photo-sharing on the platform to precisely show where you are and make it easier for pickups.
Grab introduces Photo-sharing Feature
Besides the obvious reason to let drivers know where their customers are, Grab is also use the photos to enrich and bring more accuracy to designated Points-of-Interest. This is essential as countries such as Malaysia have roads that can be complex, and pick-up locations may not be as straightforward as it seems.
Grab also plans to let drivers share photos with passengers later in the year for an even lesser cancellation rate and an even shorter time to find their ride.

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In addition to that, Grab could also one day use this photo-sharing feature to be featured in other Grab services as well. This by hand, could mean that you are able to share your favorite meal so that your driver can help you find it and have it delivered to you faster, fresher, and warmer in the bag.
Pokdepinion: Well in a way, it does help the drivers to locate their passengers easier. I mean if you have some communication problems with each other, it would be easier for you to just send a photo of where you are.
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Lenovo’s 3.3 Shopping Mania: Attractive Deals Galore!

Lenovo’s Mega March Sale: Shop Great Deals This 3.3!

There are many attractive deals coming up this March in Lenovo’s 3.3 sale where you can save up on selected Lenovo PCs, desktops, laptops, workstations, accessories, monitors and gaming PCs. The seasonal sale period will be from 24 February 2022 until 13 March 2022, giving customers plenty of time to browse and enjoy the great bargains and super savings being offered.
During this promotional period, Lenovo is offering discounts of up to 49% off on selected PCs, desktops, laptops, workstations and gaming PCs along with daily 24-hour flash deals on selected tablets and laptops. Moreover, to celebrate the launch of the 3.3 Mega March Sale, Lenovo is gifting its top LenovoPRO spender a 2-Day-1-Night stay at Traders Hotel Kuala Lumpur.
LenovoPRO members enjoy better benefits and exclusive early access

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If you are a LenovoPRO member, you’re in luck as Lenovo is offering its PRO members even better benefits with exclusive early access to the promotional period from 21 February 2022 onwards. Additionally, PRO members will receive additional discounts of up to 12% on top of existing promotional prices, based on current membership tiers.
LenovoPRO is a one-stop solution that empowers businesses and organizations with preferred IT solutions and competitive pricing. Lenovo aims to ensure that all Malaysians are empowered with the necessary devices and technological solutions without sacrificing on mobility and performance. With the work-from-anywhere model in mind, Vanrinderjit Singh, the General Manager of Lenovo Malaysia, hopes to make Lenovo products accessible to all Malaysians.
The LenovoPRO membership comes with certain benefits to help Malaysian businesses achieve better work productivity and agility while saving on overall expenses. Members benefit from the 30-day product guarantee services and exclusive financing options ranging from trade in, free instalments and DaaS (Device as a Service) by joining the LenovoPRO membership program. Qualified members can also enjoy preferred business pricing and early access to exclusive limited-time deals on business laptops.
Boost productivity, work performance and portability with these Lenovo products:
Lenovo 14″ ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9
The 14″ ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 laptop rolls out a host of new features that add convenience, improve technology, and enrich your experience—all while retaining an ultrathin and ultralight chassis. Equipped with the Intel® Evo® platform, you get a super-responsive device that’s ready whenever you need it.

Starting price: RM6,795.34 (Previously RM11,029.00)
Top up RM 72.72 for 1 year of Smart Performance Vantage app, to keep your system running optimally

Lenovo V15 Gen 2

Designed for the modern workplace, the Lenovo V15 Gen 2 (15″ Intel) laptop is suited for mobile productivity. 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processors and NVIDIA® discrete graphics, plus top-notch security, memory, and storage options, give you a smooth user experience.

Starting price: RM2,788.00 (Previously RM3,499.00)
Top up RM 483.50 for 3 year premium warranty

Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2

Propel your business forward with the 15.6″ Lenovo ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 (15″ Intel). This powerful laptop sports a cutting-edge 11th Gen Intel® Core™ processor and offers a range of robust storage and memory options. Smart features include optimized conferencing for seamless remote work—as well as an optional Versa Bay that houses tailor-made earbuds within the laptop itself.

Starting price: RM3,887.89 (Previously RM5,109.00)
Top up RM106.80 for 1 year of accidental damage protection

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Pokdepinion: Every month there is sure a sale to look forward to and Lenovo does not disappoint!
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Cooler Master Announces the MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX Headset — Bass FX technology, Lightweight and Comfortable

Cooler Master, the market’s leader in design and manufacturing of computer components and peripherals, announced today the MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX headset. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer looking for versatile sound options or a casual user looking for an all-round headset, the MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX headset has you covered. It is the first headset in a new line of upcoming over-ear audio products for various types of interest, from Gaming to Music enthusiasts to anyone that wants a versatile headset for both home and on the go. The MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX will soon be followed by the MasterPulse Pro Over-ear Bass FX, a Virtual 7.1 Channel USB version incl. RGB LEDs and MasterPulse Maker Over-ear Bass FX, a 2.4g Wireless version also with Virtual 7.1 version and RGB illumination.
A High Quality Audio Experience

The MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX headset provides 2.0 channel surround with 44mm drivers to ensure superior sound quality. The driver’s coating has been carefully selected to provide an outstanding bass performance.

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Patented Bass FX Technology

The key technology feature of the MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX series. Usually bass tones are altered via software, but this headset allows users to quickly enhance their bass through an easy to use, hardware solution that can be used on-the-fly.

Two Listening Modes

The Bass FX technology allows users to easily choose between two distinct sound modes by either removing or attaching the magnetic ear cup side panels. With Bass FX on, users will be able to hear lower sound frequencies more distinctly. With Bass FX off, users will get a crystal clear, balanced listening experience. The ability to change sound profiles has a number of practical uses for both gaming and listening to music by providing noticeably different listening experiences.
 Lightweight and Comfortable

The MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX was created for all uses and extended listening sessions. The lightweight aluminum frame, flexible headband, and five individual cushions follow the contour of your head, adapting the headset to fit perfectly for you. The removable, extra padded ear cups provide an additional level of comfort while blocking
Designed for Convenience

The MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX is all about convenience. This flagship product sports a tangle free cable, hidden microphone, and conveniently placed in-line remote control box. Its 3.5 mm headphone jack works with most mobile devices and an extra adaptor is provided for PC use. Use the MasterPulse Over-ear while gaming, traveling, or just when listing to music, it’s the perfect headset for all your needs.
Pricing & Availability:
The MasterPulse Over-ear Bass FX is now available for purchase locally at a suggested retail price of RM 299.
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We got the chance to try out the upcoming PS4-exclusive Spider-Man game early. Is it all hype or is it actually worth looking forward to?
Exclusive Hands-on Preview: Spider-Man for the PS4

Not long ago, we received an invitation by the folks over at Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore to try out the upcoming PS4-exclusive Spider-Man game. With absolutely zero shame, I replied “HECK YEAH”. Well, without spoiling the game for all of you, here’s what I got from the game.

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What’s the Game About?

The new Spider-Man game for the PlayStation 4 is an action-adventure game set in a huge open-world environment in fictional New York City. In this iteration, Spider-Man is no longer a naïve youth trying to be a hero. Peter Parker, his true identiy, is now 23 years old, has graduated from college, and is currently working as a scientist in a laboratory.
Yes, Peter Parker is not a photographer for the Daily Bugle like we’ve always known and this is also not another origin story. It’s a brand new narrative which shows how he juggles his life as an average joe as well as being the friendly neighbourhood Spider-Man at the same time. As a scientist, players will have to help Peter complete his tasks as well as technology-based puzzles.
Interestingly, Peter’s original Spider-Man suit was ripped to shreds during a fight with Fisk and thus, he used the laboratory to create the better, iconic Advanced Suit. Players will swing around New York City combatting villains, stopping crimes, and saving damsels in distress. Eventually, players will meet familiar faces, both friend and foe, with fates intertwined to shape up what could be the most exciting adventure for the web slinger.
Picture Taken with the ASUS ZenFone 5 (ZE620KL)
Insomniac Games Community Director James Stevenson, who was present during the private demo session, has mentioned that the game has only a single ending. Meaning here that no matter what difficulty you play in or how extensively you play it, it will still result in the same ending.
It’s Like Putting Spider-Man into an Assassin’s Creed / Grand Theft Auto Hybrid

While the private demo session did have some spoilers with regards to the story, I will be making an analysis of the game as spoiler-free as possible so you can still enjoy the game with a brand new slate should you choose to purchase it.
When the game starts out, you will be web-slinging around New York City as the titular Spider-Man, getting a feel of the game’s mechanics as you go. Unlike any other Spider-Man game, this is arguably the most accurate feel of moving around the city as the superhero, just like how you see in the movies. You can easily pick up the pace in a swinging motion and it’s relatively easy to control.
The downside here is that because it’s reliant on tall buildings, you will have trouble connecting to another tower once you’ve reached a certain height. You will have to fall down a bit more before you can continue to swing. However, you can also boost yourself forward to keep the momentum going. This is simply a mechanic that people will need to get used to.

You can also run up walls which can serve as a useful alternative mean of travelling, especially when you need to go up a particular tower. While web-slinging is generally faster, you’ll have the tendency to overshoot the landing and thus, you may end up falling down to the ground. Not to worry though, Spider-Man strong so you won’t be receiving any fall damage.
The world map will be filled with all sorts of objective markers from collecting hidden items to taking part in missions, both optional and mandatory ones. It is actually worth investing time into these optional missions as it can yield you additional in-game items as well as experience points that can be used to level up the superhero. It’s also worth noting that fixing some communications towers will result in an Assassin’s Creed-esque cinematic view of the surrounding area with additional map points unlocked.
In moments where you turn into Peter Parker instead, you will have some tasks that will either be to move the story forward or solve some puzzles to unlock some upgrades for your Spider Suit at the laboratory. These tech puzzles are simply fitting in “puzzle pieces” in the circuit board to make the electricity flow properly. It’s generally easy but the difficulty is expected to bump up in late game portions.
Beating Up the Baddies

It wouldn’t be a proper Spider-Man game if you’re not beating up those villains and thugs. Generally speaking, the combat system is simple in nature but will require a bit of mastering to do. You can easily just mash the attack button to combo the enemies to oblivion but it’s not always the advisable course of action.
Holding the attack button will have launch the enemy, where you can proceed to pummel them mid-air or use your web to bring down either to the ground or towards an enemy. Speaking of web, you have a variety of uses for it. On enemies, you can use them as projectile to either temporarily stun them or render them immobile completely. You can also use it to swing around items such as barrels, trash cans, and more as a crowd control-based attack.
It’s important to consider staggering your opponents temporarily even if it means not being able to quickly take enemies down as it can feel overwhelming when there’s too many people attacking at once. This is especially true if they can do projectile-based attacks like guns, which can hurt a lot.

However, this is not how combat will be all the time. As you progress through the game’s story as well continue levelling up Spider-Man, you will gain access to more skills and new equipment. Players will have access to a skill tree with three different pathways for players to go through depending on their playstyle.
To learn a skill, you just need spend skill points which you normally earn by levelling up Spider-Man with the use of experience points. As for equipment, there are some that you will obtain just by playing through the game’s story while others will depend on specific quests / tasks such as the tech puzzles in the laboratory.
To Buy Or Not To Buy? That is the Question

Is the Spider-Man game for the PlayStation 4 all hype or is it actually worth investing in? This will solely depend on your interests. If you have found yourself enjoying games such as Assassin’s Creed, Grand Theft Auto, Watch Dogs, and other open-world action games, there is a very high chance you will love this one. It also counts if you’re just a fan of Spider-Man in general because from the demo I’ve experienced, this is by far the best, most accurate Spider-Man game there is thus far.
This Spider-Man game will be coming exclusively to the PlayStation 4 on 7th September 2018.
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OPPO Ace2 debuts 40W AirVOOC wireless fast charging from just ~RM2453 in China

OPPO has never offered wireless charging in their smartphones, but when they finally decided to offer the technology, they decided to go all out. The OPPO Ace2 is OPPO’s first smartphone with wireless charging, and the second smartphone in the world we know of with 40W wireless charging.

OPPO calls it their AirVOOC technology, promising a full charge in just 56 minutes. The wireless charger is sold separately for CNY 249 (~RM153), which I do believe is a pretty fair price to pay for such cutting edge tech. For those who prefer a more conventional charging experience, there’s also 65W SuperVOOC 2.0, which OPPO claims to deliver a full charge to the OPPO Ace2 in just 30 minutes. And if you are feeling benevolent, there’s 10W reverse wireless charging too.

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The OPPO Ace2’s list of impressive features do not end there. It sports a 6.5″ FHD+ OLED display that offers a 90 Hz refresh rate, with a punch hole housing the 16MP selfie camera. Meanwhile over on the back there’s the 48MP main camera, paired up with a 8MP ultra-wide angle camera and two depth sensors.

Under the hood is the standard 2020 flagship ensemble, which means a Snapdragon 865, up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.0 storage. No UFS 3.1 storage here, I guess. If you opt for the 8GB RAM variants, you will only get LPDDR4x RAM, which is a bit slower but I kinda doubt it will really affect your experience. There’s a T-shaped vapor chamber cooling system too to ensure optimal performance.
OPPO Ace2 Specs

Snapdragon 865, octa-core up to 2.84 GHz, 7nm
8GB LPDDR4x RAM / 12GB LPDDR5 RAM
Up to 256GB UFS 3.0 storage
6.5″ FHD+ OLED, 90 Hz refresh rate
48MP f/1.7 + 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide + 2MP depth sensor + 2MP depth sensor
16MP f/2.4 selfie camera
4000 mAh battery, 65W SuperVOOC 2.0, 40W AirVOOC
8GB + 128GB: 3999 CNY (~RM2453)
8GB + 256GB: 4399 CNY (~RM2698)
12GB + 256GB: 4599 CNY (~RM2821)

OPPO is already accepting pre-orders for the OPPO Ace2 in China, with sales expected to commence on 20th April. International availability is unknown, but if the OPPO Reno Ace is anything to go by, the OPPO Ace2 will most probably not be offered officially here in Malaysia.
Pokdepinion: Looks like OPPO wants to go for the “budget flagship” title too…
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Hands on with the latest ASUS ZenBook lineup — 5 amazing new ZenBooks with fresh features!

We were recently brought to Taiwan to check out the latest ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333), ZenBook 14 (UX433), ZenBook 15 (UX533), ZenBook Flip 13 (UX362) and ZenBook Flip 15 (UX562). The new ultrabooks are designed with a footprint narrower than the A4 sheet, both for style and also portability. But that’s not all that ASUS has brought to the table with their latest ZenBook lineup.
ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX333)
All the new ultrabooks feature ultra-slim NanoEdge display bezels, with up to 95% screen-to-body ratio. That’s probably the highest screen-to-body ratio I have ever seen, be it on a laptop or a smartphone! It looks absolutely amazing especially when compared to non-NanoEdge displays. They even managed to shrink the bottom bezel to near nothingness on the ZenBook 13!
ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX433)
All the laptops also passed MIL-STD-810G tests for military-grade durability. It has been tested to work at high altitudes, extreme low and high temperatures, in high humidity and even drop-tested from 10cm on each side. While I wasn’t given the opportunity to drop them, the aluminium chassis feels solid enough to convince us that it will survive short falls.

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ASUS ZenBook 14 (UX433)
A feature new to the ASUS ZenBook ultrabooks are the touchpads which double as numberpads. ASUS calls it the Exclusive NumberPad. The numberpad’s legends shine through the touchpad’s surface, which is matte glass by the way. It feels smoother, and the most interesting thing is that it still works as a touchpad with the numpad on. There are five layers involved in this seemingly simple touchpad, testament to ASUS’ attention to detail. ASUS has experimented with a dual-mode touchpad in the ROG Zephyrus and ROG Zephyrus S laptops, and it’s interesting to see it implemented in designs where space is even more of a premium. It’s available on the 13″ ZenBook 13 and ZenBook Flip 13, as well as the 14″ ZenBook 14, while the larger 15″ models get a standard physical numpad.
The keyboards in the new ZenBooks have also been updated to be more ergonomic with a 0.15mm dish and 1.4mm key travel. The keys are also fully-sized so touch typists will have an easy time adapting to this laptop. The keyboard feels quite mushy though, and a slightly more tactile feedback would have been preferable.
ASUS ZenBook Flip 15 (UX562)
Every model in the new ASUS ZenBook range will also feature the ErgoLift hinge mechanism for a more comfortable typing experience. While it was understandably harder to implement in the Flip models with their 360° hinge, it seems ASUS managed to pull it off too. With all the new ZenBooks now featuring ErgoLift hinges, the ASUS ZenBook Pro will look like an outlier.
Aside from the visible updates, the new ZenBook series will come with faster Gigabit WiFi, 4-lens 3D IR cameras for Windows Hello facial recognition security and also dedicated graphics card options like the NVIDIA GeForce MX150 and GeForce 1050 (Max-Q).

My personal favorite from this lineup has to be ultra-portable ZenBook 13. I loved the ZenBook 13 (UX331UN), and it seems that my love extends to the new ZenBook 13 (UX333) as well. What about you guys?
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Steam Concurrent Player Count Surpassed the 30 Million Mark

Just this past weekend, Steam has broken their concurrent player record as they managed to surpass the 30 million player mark.
New Concurrent Player Record for Steam

Steam has broken 30 million concurrently online users for the first time everhttps://t.co/D6WDHbzyqC
— SteamDB (@SteamDB) October 23, 2022

Steam has broken yet another record as they have surpassed 30 million concurrent players online for the first time just this past weekend. The exact number is 30,032,005 online users over the weekend, breaking the previous record which occurred during Elden Ring’s launch.

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Given the sheer amount of major releases recently, it’s not a surprise to see the high numbers. This includes the Campaign Early Access for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Personal 5 Royal, Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection, Gotham Knights, A Plague Tale: Requiem, and more.

As for the games with the highest concurrent players, CS:GO had the biggest number with 1.05 million players, DotA 2 was second at 750,000 players, and PUBG at 3rd place with 440,000 players. Apex Legends and Lost came in 4th and 5th place respectively.
In case you’re wondering, they do count gamers who are browsing the store or their communities page as active users, so there will be a chunk of them who aren’t necessarily playing games.
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Pokdepinion: Not gonna lie, I wasn’t expecting this sort of record to be broken anytime soon since the hype is on Overwatch 2, which is a Blizzard game that uses their own launcher on PC. Congratulations, Valve.
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PlayStation 5 May Have a 2GHz AMD Navi GPU – To Be Unveiled in February 2020?

PlayStation 5 May Have a 2GHz AMD Navi GPU

Oberon A0.
Gen2 : GFXCLK = 2.000GHz
Gen1 : GFXCLK = 0.911Ghz
Gen0 : GFXCLK = 0.800Ghz.
— 比屋定さんの戯れ言@Komachi (@KOMACHI_ENSAKA) August 12, 2019

It’s no surprise that the PlayStation 5 will be a beastly machine. After all, we did report much earlier about it being based on the AMD Zen2 CPU and Navi GPU architectures. Not to mention, it will also have an SSD for storage so we can expect ultra-fast loading speeds. Now, we may have a glimpse on what kind of power the AMD Navi GPU on the PS5 will be like.
According to Twitter user @KOMACHI_ENSAKA, the engineering samples for the PlayStation 5 Oberon APU have three different clock speeds. The first, Gen0, is running at rather unremarkable 800MHz, while Gen2 is clocked at an incredible 2GHz.

BREAKING: THIS IS PS5. According to this leak- the GPU will be clocked at an insane 2ghz.
This equates to 9.2 TF on the RDNA architecture. Or roughly 14 TF on the GCN Architecture aka over double the power of the X1X. Almost RTX2080 power.
In English: it’s very powerful https://t.co/09rB49ugBT
— Is A Parrot (@isaparrot) August 13, 2019

To give you a clearer idea, the PlayStation 5’s RDNA-based GPU at 2GHz is dishing out at least 9.2 TFLOPs according to Is A Parrot. For comparison, the GeForce RTX 2070 and GeForce RTX 2080 can hit 7.5 TFLOPs and 10.1 TFLOPs respectively. The closely related Radeon RX 5700 and Radeon RX 5700 XT are rated at 7.95 TFLOPs and 9.75 TFLOPs respectively. The Xbox One X and PlayStation 4 Pro are rated at 6 TFLOPs and 4.2 TFLOPs respectively.

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Regardless of how you see it, it is a powerful gaming machine that definitely should not have trouble playing games in 4K UHD resolution. Keep in mind that the PlayStation 5 will support real-time ray tracing so we can expect some really breathtaking visuals. It’s worth noting that its rival, the Xbox Project Scarlett, will also be powered by an AMD Zen2 CPU and Navi GPU.
There are rumours that the Sony PlayStation 5 will unveiled on 12th February 2020. While it’s not confirmed, it will still be a good idea to keep an eye out on the calendar for that particular week.
Pokdepinion: At this point, I couldn’t care less about graphics. As long as the games are entertaining even with pixel-based visuals, I’d be more than happy to game on any platform.
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