ASUS Strix R9 Fury is ready — custom PCB and massive cooler

Sharing the same cooler with the ASUS Strix GTX 980Ti, ASUS will be using their own PCB design for the AMD Fury. AMD Fury is based on AMD’s latest Fiji core that sports HBM technology, although HBM is very much faster than traditional GDDR5 but HBM V1.0 is capped at 4GB of RAM. Looking at the picture below we can see that the PCB is taller than usual. This is because it’s needed to accommodate an all-new multi-phase voltage regulator module (VRM) featuring concrete-core inductors, solid-state black metallic capacitors and hardened MOSFETs.

The DCU III is using massive aluminium radiator, with heat wicked away from the core by two extra-thick 10mm heatpipes and two regular heatpipes. Three fans blow on the radiator and at low GPU loads those fans will stop spinning. This results in silent operation of the GPU at 0 db.

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There’s no official details regarding the AMD R9 Fury (yet). Despite rumors floating around everywhere, AMD and Asustek just doesn’t give us any hint about this card. However AMD and partners have plans to release the Fury on the 14th of July, so this card might also appear sometime around then. If the ASUS Strix R9 Fury lands on Malaysian shores, we guarantee stocks will be limited. So any of you that interested to get one of this, try your best to find any computer shop that accepts pre-orders.

SOURCE : kitguru

Pokdepinion : I really love the new design from ASUS, it’s neat and sleek. Just today AMD released the latest 15.7 WHQL driver. The driver suppose to enable many of the latest generation card features, such as Visual Screen Resolution (VSR). It’s also support Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 10. So far we didn’t find any review of the R9 Fury X with the latest driver yet. But we hope it will appear someday, somewhere.
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Canon Introduces New Full Frame EOS RP

Canon has today launched their second addition to their EOS R range of full-frame interchangeable lens mirrorless cameras, the EOS RP.

It comes with DIGIC 8 image processor with Dual Pixel CMOS AF, which gives optical excellence in a well refined body.

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The EOS RP is equipped with the RF lens mount that sports a short flange focal distance of 20mm and was designed to allow more possibilities in lens design and innovation.

Additionally, existing EOS users would be able to utilize their existing collection of EF and EF-S lenses with the optional mount adapter.
In terms of image quality and details, the EOS RP is able to deliver superb image quality in any situation. Its Auto Lighting Optimizer balances the brightest and darkest point to accentuate the details of the images to deliver a well exposed image or in backlit conditions. Its native ISO range of 100-40,000 can be expanded to 50-102,400, which can produce low noise images with rich details, even in low light conditions.

The Dual Sensing IS detects camera shakes from its gyroscopic sensor and the CMOS sensor for image Stabilization allow users to capture images at shutter speeds of up five stops slower.
With its Dual Pixel CMOS AF, it provides a smooth and lightning fast AF speed up to 0.05 seconds. The 4.779 selectable AF positions within the expanded AF area covers approximately 100% vertically and 88% horizontally of the frame.
There’s also Eye Detection AF that will detect and ensure the subject’s eye will always be in focus even at wide open aperture.
As for the EOS RP’s video capabilities, it can shoot in ultra HD with 4K at 24p/25p video footage. The Touch and Drag AF can create the pull-focus effects and enable focus transitions by simply moving your finger from one end to another on the frame on the LCD screen.
The Canon EOS RP will be available for purchase in March for a retail price of RM5,999 for the body only and RM10,999 for the body plus the RF24-105mm f/4L IS USM Kit Lens.
Pokdepinion: The EOS RP comes in with a slightly lower spec than the first Canon Full Frame mirrorless camera but it presents itself as a more affordable option!
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Phil Spencer Talks Xbox Series X Price Increase and Future Acquisitions

Tokyo Game Show 2022 saw Microsoft sharing out what they have in store for us gamers, with Xbox boss Phil Spencer talking about it. Afterwards, he was interviewed and shared more insight into the Xbox Series X / S, and the Xbox brand overall.
No Xbox Series X Price Increase For Sure

$MSFT‘s @XboxP3 talks #Tencent, #JRPG‘s, and @discord – and explains why it’s not time to follow $SONY‘s hike in prices. #Xbox #PlayStation pic.twitter.com/BCIY0wE8Gt
— Squawk Asia (@asiasquawkbox) September 16, 2022

As we already knew, the Xbox Series X / S consoles will not be following in PlayStation’s footsteps on a price increase. However, it doesn’t mean that the price will maintain forever but rather, now is not the right time for it. He cited economical challenges for the masses as the primary reason.

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Phil also added on by saying how important of a role the Xbox Series S is playing as it is the cheapest entry point to next gen gaming, and that Microsoft is looking to strengthen its position further. A price increase would be counterintuitive to this goal.

As for potential business acquisitions, it appears that Discord is not one that will be happening anytime soon as Phil mentioned that they’re happy with their partnership. He did have multiple meetings in Tokyo with Japanese developers to see if Xbox could be the home of those experiences and solidify their stance in Eastern Asian markets.
In case you weren’t aware, there are a number of popular Japanese games coming to the Game Pass. This includes the likes of Guilty Gear Strive, Danganronpa V3, Ni No Kuni, Blazblue Cross Tag Battle, and more. In fact, Persona 5 Royal will be coming this October 2022.
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Pokdepinion: Looks like they’re really capitalizing on the market situation now, and it’s a smart move for the Xbox Series X / S. This could very well be the first time we’ve seen such fierce competition in the console gaming space in a long time.
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AMD Radeon RX 6400 cards are quietly put on sale in China

AMD seems to have decided to just push out the entry-level AMD Radeon RX 6400 onto the market and be done with. Serial leaker @momomo_us has spotted a variety of Radeon RX 6400 cards available for sale in China and other regions, close to three weeks ahead of its planned launch in the DIY market.
AMD Radeon RX 6400 custom cards now available in selected regions
The Radeon RX 6400 is a really tiny GPU, packing just 768 stream processors and 12 Ray Accelerators, which is the same amount you get in the AMD Ryzen 6000 series’ Radeon 680M integrated graphics. Now let that sink in for a bit.

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You get 4GB of 16Gbps memory, although the leaked sample showed the VRAM running at 14Gbps. With the TBP rated at just 53W, the Radeon RX 6400 is also going to be quite easy to fit into just about any system out there.

As with most of the cards that are on sale before the actual launch, the Radeon RX 6400 spotted in the leaks are also selling at much higher prices than anticipated. Argentinians appear to be getting the short end of the stick, with the Radeon RX 6400 priced at around $443 (~RM1869) to $461 (~RM1944).

It isn’t clear whether the custom Radeon RX 6400 cards will see a wider global launch, and make its way to Malaysia, or will it be a China-exclusive at this point. The rest of the world will still see Radeon RX 6400 cards in OEM systems though, for better or worse.
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Pokdepinion: I guess it’s an upgrade meant for those coming from GPUs older/worse than the Radeon RX 570 or GeForce GTX 1050…? But definitely not at those prices.
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Cooler Master Swift-RX mousepads available now!

Remember the CM Swift-RX mousepads we reviewed back then? We even gave one away to our beloved readers. Back then, it was unavailable in stores, so the winner of the giveaway should be among the first few people to ever use one of the Swift-RXs in Malaysia. However for others who might be interested to get this mousepad, fret not, as Cooler Master has just made it available in Malaysia.
For those who didn’t read the review, the mousepad has a Synthetic Fibre Surface for optimal comfort and Microscopic Mesh providing precision control. The Swift-RX mousepad is designed for gamers who desire comfort and speed. Created with finely textured microscopic mesh it ensures excellent precision for any kind of mouse sensor. The underside is made of 100% natural rubber to make sure that the Swift-RX mousepads stay in place, even in the heat of battle. The Swift-RX series mousepads are equipped with special treated stitched edges which prevent the top surface of the mousepad from fraying. This way the Swift-RX mousepads are ready and durable for extended gaming use.

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It will be available in three sizes, Medium (M) 320x270mm, Large (L) 450x360mm and Extra Large (XL) 900x360mm.

Pricing will be as follows:
Swift-RX (M) : RM 69.00
Swift-RX (L) : RM 95.00
Swift-RX (XL) : RM 135.00

Pokdepinion: I tested the mousepad myself, and I liked it so much I really wanted to keep the review samples, but sadly I had to return them to Cooler Master. Now with it available I might go out and buy one for myself soon.
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Serious gaming with Intel® starts from RM5099

If you are a serious gamer, you would know that no laptop will cut it. While laptops are definitely encroaching on desktops in terms of performance, if you want to game seriously, desktops are still the way to go. Having said that, SNS Network is currently offering exclusive desktop builds featuring 9th Generation Intel® Core™ desktop processors to allow you to experience serious gaming.
Available in three configurations starting from RM5099, the desktops all come with the Intel® Core™ i5 9600F for more than enough processing grunt to tackle any game in the market right now. You can also get your rig kitted with the GeForce® RTX 2070 to enjoy raytraced graphics. You can check out the configurations that SNS Network is offering below:

CPU
Intel® Core™ i5 9400F

Motherboard
ASUS TUF H370-Pro Gaming
Gigabyte H370 AORUS Gaming 3
MSI B360 Gaming Pro Carbon

GPU
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce® GTX 1660 Ti
Gigabyte GeForce® GTX 1660 Ti Gaming OC
MSI GeForce® RTX 2070 Gaming Z

RAM
16GB Kingston Fury
16GB AORUS RGB 3200 MHz
8GB x 2 XPG ADATA D41 3000 MHz

Storage
240GB Kingston A1000 + 2TB Seagate HDD
1TB Samsung 860 EVO
Seagate 250GB SSD + 1TB SSD

CPU Cooler
Cooler Master ML240R RGB
Gigabyte ATC700
Thermaltake Water 3.0 240 RGB

PSU
Cooler Master MWE 650W
Gigabyte P750W
Thermaltake Smart RGB 750W

Case
Cooler Master H500P
Gigabyte AORUS C300 Glass Gaming Case
Thermaltake Level 20 MT

Price
RM5099
RM6199
RM6729

This beautiful card is a part of the RM5099 set!
To sweeten the deal, SNS Network is also throwing in a complimentary thermos flask and powerbank with every rig. The promotion is valid from now until 30th June, and is only available at GLOO, 2nd Floor, Lowyat Plaza. If you are looking for a new desktop rig, you know where to go.

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Pokdepinion: I don’t know why, but the RM5099 configuration seems the most attractive to me.
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Malindo Air Has Been Hit with a Massive Data Breach – Millions of Customers’ Personal Data Leaked Out

Malindo Air Has Been Hit with a Massive Data Breach

It appears that we have yet another case of a massive security breach today, with Malindo Air being the latest company suffering from it. This has been confirmed to be true by CEO Chandran Rama Muthy after speaking with the folks at South China Morning Post.
Malindo Air is a subsidiary of Lion Air which operates from two airports in Kuala Lumpur and has a network of about 40 routes across the region. The number of affected users are said to be in the millions, although the specific figure is still unknown at this point in time.

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The report mentions that Malindo Air has already started an investigation on the massive data breach. They’ve also informed the Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) about the situation. It turns out that they’ve discovered about the data breach last week, but the actual leak may have happened much earlier.
We found out about this breach last week. We and a third party vendor are checking as we speak, and will come up with a statement soon. We will advise passengers accordingly as per the investigation outcome.
It is said that the perpetrator is a darknet operator going under the pseudonym Spectre. The personal data that was leaked out includes passport details, home addresses, date of birth, email addresses, and phone numbers. Not much else is known for now.
For now, Malindo Air is expected to have an official statement released very soon. They will also be advising customers with regards to the data breach which will depend on the results of their investigation.

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Pokdepinion: Certainly not what I was expecting to happen at all. Didn’t think so many people’s data could’ve been stolen so swiftly by a single person. Pretty sure there’s a whole lot more to this.
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ASUS ROG Unveils ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 Laptop

ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 Dual Screen For Pro Gamers and Streamers

In terms of dual-display laptops, the ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 2022 achieves new innovative standards. The ROG ScreenPad Plus offers a second screen for higher efficiency, streaming gameplay, and even managing supported games like Dying Light 2.
Thanks to the new 4-directional hinge, the ScreenPad Plus rises and slides back to meet the primary display as the laptop unfolds. In comparison to the previous generation, this reduces the distance between the two screens, resulting in a practically bezel-free experience for total immersion.

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The laptop features AMD Ryzen 9 6980HX CPU and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti laptop GPU with 150W Dynamic Boost for high-end horsepower, with an upgraded Liquid Metal Conductonaut Extreme thermal paste that reduces CPU temperatures by 15 degrees when compared to traditional thermal pastes.
The raised secondary screen’s AAS Plus 2.0 air intake produces 30% more airflow above the fans, ensuring these leading components keep cool for long-term performance in games and creative programmes. In competitive situations, a MUX Switch assures that you get every frame.
For the main display, the Zephyrus Duo provides two panel variants, both of which are Dolby Vision integrated. Firstly, the ROG Nebula HDR has all of the features of ROG’s normal Nebula Display but adds 512 Mini LED dimming zones that can reach 1100 nits of peak brightness for spectacular contrast and colour. This VESA-compliant QHD 16:10 panel has a refresh rate of 165Hz and is QHD.  With a 100,000:1 contrast ratio, DisplayHDR 1000 is approved and Nebula HDR is the display to have for the best HDR gaming and movie-watching experience.
The second option is a new ROG-exclusive display called a Dual Spec panel, which can flip between 4K 120Hz and Full HD 240Hz while gaming or surfing the net, allowing gamers to prioritise resolution or framerate. In Full HD mode, Pixel Acceleration Technology delivers lightning-fast upscaling for clear visuals at competitive framerates.
The laptop includes ROG’s NumberPad technology on the trackpad, a keyboard with 1.7mm of travel and per-key RGB, six speakers with Dual Force-Cancelling Woofers, Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res audio, and two-way AI Noise Cancellation.
With all the listed features. the 2022 Zephyrus Duo 16 has a smaller footprint than its predecessor, putting a 16-inch display into a chassis designed for 15-inch laptops.
ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 Specifications

GX650R-WLO106W
GX650R-XLB199W

Processor
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX Mobile Processor
8-core/16-thread, 20MB cache, up to 4.9 GHz max boost

RAM
(2x) 16GB DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM
Max Capacity: 64GB
Support dual-channel memory
(2x) 32GB DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM
Max Capacity: 64GB
Support dual-channel memory

Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Laptop GPU
ROG Boost: 1460 MHz* at 150W
1410MHz Boost Clock+50MHz OC
125W+25W Dynamic Boost
8GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti Laptop GPU
ROG Boost: 1445 MHz* at 165W
1395MHz Boost Clock+50MHz OC
140W+10W Dynamic Boost in Turbo Mode
140W+25W in Manual Mode

16GB GDDR6

Storage
1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 Performance SSD
2TB + 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe M.2 Performance SSD (RAID 0)

Connectivity
(1x) 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack(1x) HDMI 2.1
(2x) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
(1x) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort / power delivery / G-SYNC
(1x) USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort
(1x) RJ45 LAN port

Display
ROG Nebula HDR Display
16-inch
QHD+ 16:10 (2560 x 1600, WQXGA)
anti-glare display
DCI-P3:100
Refresh Rate: 165Hz
Response Time: 3ms
Mini LED
FreeSync Premium Pro
Pantone Validated
Optimus
Support Dolby Vision HDR
Additional Display
ScreenPad Plus
14″ 3840 x 1100 (4K)
IPS-level Panel Support Stylus
ROG Nebula Display
16-inch
UHD+ 16:10 (3840 x 2400, WQUXGA) / FHD+ 16:10 (1920 x 1200, WUXGA)
anti-glare display
DCI-P3: 100
Refresh Rate: 120Hz / 240Hz
Response Time: 3ms
IPS-level
FreeSync Premium
Pantone Validated
Optimus
Support Dolby Vision HDR
Additional Display
ScreenPad Plus
14″ 3840 x 1100 (4K)
IPS-level Panel Support Stylus

Power
90WHrs, 4S1P, 4-cell Li-ion
ø6.0, 280W AC Adapter
Output: 20V DC, 14A, 280W
Input: 100~240C AC 50/60Hz universal TYPE-C, 100W AC Adapter
Output: 20V DC, 5A, 100W
Input: 100~240V AC 50/60Hz universal

Dimension
355 x 266 x 20.5 mm

Weight
2.60 Kg
2.55 Kg

Price
RM15,999
RM22,999

For more information about the ROG Zephyrus Duo 16, feel free to visit ROG’s official website by clicking the link here.
Pokdepinion: Having a dual monitor laptop, no matter big or small, is going to be very helpful in a long run for productivity and efficiency. Can’t wait to see how this laptop runs on maximum performance.
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10 Reasons Why ASUS BR1100 Is The Best Laptop For Primary School Learning

Have a child or know someone who’s in primary school? With the whole pandemic still going around here in Malaysia, it’s essential that they have the tools for learning. If you’re planning in getting laptop for your kid, the ASUS BR1100 is the best laptop that you can get. Why? Well we’re here exactly to tell you why.
1. US Military-grade Durability

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The ASUS BR1100 is built to military-grade standards (MIL-STD 810H) to survive the hustle and bustle of every life at home, outside, and in the classroom. They are also torture-tested to pass stringent ASUS quality tests, where they are able to withstand drops of up to 120cm which is more than the standard desk height.
2. All-round Rubber Bumper
Continuing on the topic of protection, the laptop is built to withstand everyday knocks, bumps, and drops without damage, thanks to its all-round rubber design. All four exterior edges and corners of the laptop is protected by a tough rubber bumper which reduces the impact of physical shocks, ensuring critical components are always safe and sound.
It’s also helped by a rubber safety grip on the base as well. This provides the laptop with not only a sturdy support but also makes it easier to grip when you carry it, reducing the risk of fumbles and slips.

3. Spill-resistant Keyboard

We know accidents happen every now and then. Imagine spilling your drink to your laptop. Let’s just say that you don’t want that to occur.. With that being said, the ASUS BR1100 comes with a spill-resistant keyboard which can cope with liquid spills of up to 330cc without harm. This means that minor splashes are easily drained, cleaned, and dried.
In addition to that, the keyboard is also designed to resist tampering, with a minimal gap between the edges of the keycaps and the keyboard surround to prevent the keys from being pried out.
4. AI Noise-canceling Technology

As classes are held online, it’s important for students to be heard clearly and with ASUS’ AI noise-cancelling technology, it helps in that aspect. The feature employs a sophisticated machine-learning algorithm in order to isolate unwanted noise from human speech so the person on the other end can hear you more clearly.
5. Noise-reducing Camera

The laptop comes with an innovative 3D noise-reduction (3DNR) technology that allows the webcam to eliminate up to 94% of the noise that naturally affects any camera, especially in low-light conditions. This significantly improves image quality without compromising exposure or detail levels in your calls, which is definitely useful for online classes.
6. Webcam Privacy Shield

We all know privacy is a big thing in today’s world and it’s definitely something that you would want for your young one. Thanks to the Webcam Shield feature that the laptop has, it offers you exactly that: privacy.
With the webcam shield, you can simply slide over the physical cover to disable the webcam for instant privacy. It’s a simple yet effective feature to keep users safe, ideal for younger users.
7. Handy Built-in Stylus
Whether for writing down notes, drawing, or simply marking up documents, the precision stylus offers ease to users. The built-in stylus holder also is convenient as there’s less chance of you losing it. There’s support for 4,096 levels of pressure too, the experience will be as natural as writing or drawing with actual pen and paper.
To add to that, the stylus is also quick to charge. With just 15 seconds of charging, it’s enough for you to use it for 45 minutes of usage, ensuring that you don’t have to wait long in order to use it.
8. ASUS BacGuard Protection
The ASUS B1100 also comes with ASUS BacGuard protection. As you all may know already, the surface of any laptop can harbor thousands of potentially harmful bacteria. To combat this, the ASUS BacGuard ensures that its keyboard, touchpad, and palm rest will not be a breeding ground for pathogens with its antibacterial treatment.
ASUS BacGuard has been made to withstand alcohol-based cleaning products, ensuring the surface of your laptop clean, sanitary, and virtually free from the spread of harmful bacteria without worrying about damaging the protective layer.
9. 360° Versatility

Even with its tough and durable construction, the laptop is also very flexible. The ASUS BR1100 is able to turn learning on its head thanks to its 360-degree, any-position hinge.
You want to use it in tablet mode? You can. Study or mark papers in tent mode? Go for it. Use the standard laptop mode to do a report assignment? It’s entirely up to you.
10. Easy Maintenance

Thanks to its modular design, this means that maintenance costs is at a minimum for schools, parents, and students. It also means for an easy servicing and reduced downtime to get you using the laptop as soon as possible.
On top of that, the modular design means that key components such as the keyboard, battery, thermal module, and I/O ports to be replaced in minutes using simple tools. As an added benefit, the underside is secured using captive screws, allows you to not worry about losing these little parts during repairs.
Interested in the laptop? ASUS Malaysia has opened up their trial/demo for the ASUS BR1100F, where you can sign up for it simply by heading to the link right here.

This is an exclusive article for ASUS Malaysia.
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OPPO Enco Air TWS Earbuds To Make Debut Alongside OPPO Reno6 Series

I think by now we all know that the OPPO Reno6 series is coming to the country. Now it seems that OPPO Malaysia will be also introducing the OPPO Enco Air TWS Earbuds alongside the series.
OPPO Enco Air TWS Earbuds arriving to Malaysia
As you might recall from our previous coverage, the OPPO Reno6 series will be launching this 5th of August 2021, which isn’t far away from now. The earbuds will also be unveiled at the same time where it comes in Misty Black and Misty White colour variants.
For the sound, the company claims that it produces glass-like, crystal clear sound for the ideally balanced music experience thanks to its 12mm titanium composite dynamic driver.

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In terms of battery life, it is touted to provide up to 8 hours of playback time with 10 minutes of charging. Aside from that, it has IPX4 rating as well as High Performance/Low Latency Certificate from TUV Rheinland.
Unfortunately the company hasn’t revealed the pricing details so we’d probably have to wait till launch to learn more. For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: One of the things that I’m particular about when it comes to TWS earbuds is the material. I simply dislike glossy finishes as they get stained easily. Hopefully that’s not the case here..
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Cooler Master Launches NovaTouch TKL Premium Keyboard

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (22nd September 2014) – Cooler Master, a leading developer of PC and electronic components and accessories, today announced the launch of NovaTouch TKL here in Malaysia, a hybrid capacitive mechanical keyboard designed for high speed, extreme accuracy, and total comfort in the ultimate typing experience.

Pure Performance
The Cooler Master NovaTouch TKL provides the ultimate typing experience for all – including the E-sports professional and the expert typist. To achieve this, NovaTouch TKL uses a Japanese-made hybrid capacitive switch with a uniform 45 gram actuation force. The unique switch has an ultra smooth press, a tactile trigger point, and a rapid debounce time. The debounce time is 3x faster than traditional mechanical switches, allowing Actions per Minute (APM) to not be hindered by hardware limitations. Additionally, the switch is designed with a custom stem that is fully compatible with Cherry MX keycaps for keyboard customization enthusiasts.

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The NovaTouch TKL is equipped internally with N-key rollover and anti-ghosting technology for improved typing accuracy. The keyboard also comes with on-the-fly repeat rate adjustment keys for quick control of key repetition. The keyboard runs at a 1000 Hz / 1 ms polling rate and is supported by 128kb of on-board memory for swift response of the functional media control keys, repetition rate changes, and key rollover to ensure that it will never let you down.

Functional Form
The Cooler Master NovaTouch TKL is a compact, tenkeyless keyboard that is perfect for those who favor portability and ergonomics. The smaller size keeps the mouse closer to your center to reduce shoulder stress during long periods of use and makes the keyboard easier to carry between events, meetings, and computer stations. NovaTouch TKL connects with a sturdy, detachable, micro-USB connector with a 1.8 meter, braided cable designed for improved longevity alongside ease of access compared to other keyboard connections. To protect this form and function, the NovaTouch TKL is backed by a 2 years warranty from Cooler Master.

Availability & Pricing
The release of Cooler Master NovaTouch TKL Premium Keyboard will commence immediately, with a Suggested Retail Price of RM 699.

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ゲーム機に内蔵されているバッテリーは、あまり長い間、充電も使用もしていない状態が続くと、充電できなくなることがあります。
半年に一度は充電してあげてください。 pic.twitter.com/Je8QNH5SNT
— 任天堂サポート (@nintendo_cs) September 28, 2020

If you own a Nintendo Switch and have not touched in for a while, there is something you need to take note of for the batteries. If you do this one simple step, it will save you some trouble and money down the road.
Nintendo Switch Batteries Could Die Out If You Don’t Do This

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According to the Nintendo Customer Support Twitter account, the Nintendo Switch batteries will fail to charge if you leave it uncharged for a long period of time. They advise owners to charge the system at least once every 6 months at least to avoid potential battery failure.
If you use the Nintendo Switch often, this wouldn’t be an issue for you as you’d be charging it often enough. However, if you haven’t really found a reason to game on the system, it’s very important to do so. In fact, I would at least advise to charge it once every 3 months instead for better assurance.
There was no mention of whether it affects specific revisions of their hybrid gaming system. It’s safe to say that this applies to the early batches, the new versions with improved battery life, as well as the Lite variant.
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Pokdepinion: Given the nature of batteries in general, it’s not really a surprise. If you don’t really use yours, just make sure to keep it charged from time to time.
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Release Window for Spider-Man PS4 Game Seemingly Confirmed; Are You Ready for Some Web-Slinging Action?

The PlayStation 4-exclusive Spider-Man from developer Insomniac Games was one of the most promising looking games at E3 2017. Alongside its 8-minute gameplay footage, Insomniac’s take on Rocksteady’s Batman combat, crisp cut-scenes, and Uncharted-level set pieces, was a “2018” release window.

Release Window for Spider-Man PS4 Game Seemingly Confirmed
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Now, 2018 could mean anything. It could mean the game could be coming in early 2018, the middle of 2018, or in late/holiday 2018 (or a window susceptible to delays to the following year). From January 1st to December 31st: 2018 is a big window.

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Luckily, that window has seemingly been narrowed down to the first half of 2018. That is, at least according to Shawn Layden President & CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment America (SIEA) and Chairman of SIE Worldwide Studios.
During an interview with Telegraph, who brought up the criticism launched Sony’s way for the lack of 2017 release dates (and release dates in general), Layden specifically said the following:

To be honest, we’re already halfway through 2017…And that’s the nature of game development. No, I feel the lineup we have coming into the holidays this year – and GT will launch in the fall – I don’t know if you got to go to the pre-show [hands on event for media]? Well GT was heavily represented there on the floor. We think there is a lot of attention around that title from our company. And the stuff coming in 2018, all of that is coming in the first half of the year.
So now, we get to play the best game ever; the guessing game. We already know, God of War is shipping sometime in early 2018, so it’s likely not Q1. Which leaves Q2…but when in Q2?
Well, Avengers: Infinity War is scheduled to launch on May 4th, so it might make sense to try and synergize with that. However, Red Dead Redemption 2 is poised to release sometime in that spring window, and you sure as heck don’t want to be near that. So it’s hard to guess.
It’s important to remember that game development and release dates are anything but a sure thing this far out. There is always the chance this game could be pushed back to later in 2018, and perhaps there is a good (or at least good enough) chance of that happening, and thus that is why Sony opted to only sticker it with “2018” during E3 2017 rather than provide any more specifics.

Pokdepinion: Well, if you’re excited for the Spider-Man game, it’s not exactly too long from today. Just keep your eyes out as soon as 2018 rolls in.
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Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: Is the 200MP Camera Just a Publicity Stunt?

With the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra now out, many people have seen how capable the camera is but is the 200MP sensor just a publicity stunt? Let’s break it down, shall we?
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra: 200MP ISOCELL HP2 Sensor

To be able to understand the 200MP camera in the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, we have to understand more about its technical details. For starters, it’s the ISOCELL HP2 image sensor with a size of 1/1.3-inch, which pretty much puts it at the same size as last year’s Ultra. While it doesn’t look much different, it does bring a notable number of upgrades.

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For starters, we get the new Dual Vertical Transfer Gate, which adds a secondary voltage transfer gate in the pixel and allows it to store more electrons to be moved to the logic layer. In simpler terms, it will help reduce overexposure while also giving picture more vibrant colours in bright shooting conditions. Then we have Super QPD, a step up from the 2×2 phase detection autofocus as it uses all 200-million pixels, grouped up by four adjacent pixels, for a faster and more accurate focus, even in low-light conditions.

Back to the 200MP figure on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, this wouldn’t mean much for a lot of consumers as most pictures that are taken will result in 12MP pictures. Even 8K resolution, which is being promoted heavily for video recording, only takes up about 33MP for a picture. Why is that, you might ask?
Pixel Binning

Pixel binning isn’t new in the world of smartphone photography. It essentially combines data from multiple pixels and treating it as a larger superpixel. This is the technique that allows smartphones to capture those so-called “pro-grade” or “DSLR-like” photos without having a superbly large sensor on it. A large sensor such as the ones found in DSLRs and mirrorless cameras allow it to take in more light which will yield better photos, but having it on a smartphone would make the device too bulky.
With the ISOCELL HP2, Samsung is bringing their own pixel binning technology to the Galaxy S23 Ultra, Tetra2pixel, which is capable of simulating different pixel sizes based on lighting conditions. For instance, it can simulate either a 1.2μm 50MP or 2.4μm 12.5MP image sensor in low-light conditions, resulting in a brighter, better picture with less noise. The aforementioned 1.2μm 50MP simulation is also used in 8K video recordings so there’s less cropping, allowing you to capture more of what’s in front of the camera.
This makes the camera on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra much more versatile to use as it can accommodate a wider range of shooting conditions. At this point, some of you might be thinking if this means it can’t actually take 200MP photos, and no, it actually can take photos in higher resolutions as it has a dedicated 50MP and 200MP modes.
50MP and 200MP Shooting Modes
12MP VS 50MP VS 200MP: It gets slightly darker from left to right
12MP VS 50MP VS 200MP: Same picture as above, can see clearer details for the higher pixel shots when magnified. 12MP one looks like paint.
If you’re not familiar with camera technology, you might be wondering why you should limit yourself to 12MP when you can take photos in either 50MP or even 200MP on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. After all, more pixels mean better photos, right? Adding more pixels will certainly bump the picture’s resolution up but it doesn’t do anything about the general quality.
12MP VS 50MP VS 200MP: Higher resolution shots have more noise in dark areas
If anything, it just make the file size bigger so your storage will be filled up much faster. Smaller pixels take in lesser ambient light, which can result in grainy photos, which is why pixel binning works great as the combination of pixels essentially make them bigger, thus allowing for more light. This also means that both the 50MP and 200MP modes will be noticeably weaker when it comes to low light shots, and it will also be using a slower shutter speed to take in more light.
12MP VS 50MP VS 200MP: Moving objects
The latter point is important to take note of as it means that it’s not ideal to capture moving subjects so the more still they are, the better the pictures will turn out. In fact, it’s ideal to use this mode either with a tripod or really steady hands. Does this mean that the 50MP and 200MP modes are useless? Of course not, it’s just not versatile like the standard shooting mode. Only use it in brightly lit conditions, like during a bright sunny day, with little to no movements like landscape shots.
However, if your purpose for taking photos is either for sharing on social media or sending it to friends / family members, then it would be useless as both social media and messaging apps would heavily compress the photos to the point where finer details within pictures would be impossible to see.
“JUST THE TIP” FROM THE EDITOR: If you want to share pictures without compression, you can use Flickr for easy public sharing, Samsung Quick Share if the person is physically near you, send to people on Telegram as attachments, or just email it to them.
So, Is the 200MP Camera on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra Just A Publicity Stunt?

Now that you’ve heard the explanation and saw some sample photos we took, let’s go back to the original question. Is the 200MP camera on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra just a publicity stunt? The short answer is no. The long answer here is that while we’re certain there was an emphasis on the 200MP figure to attract the crowd as if it’s a huge step forward for smartphone cameras, it is capable of taking 200MP photos, and it can do so well but only under select conditions and purposes.
If you want to look forward to a substantial evolution for smartphone cameras by the Korean giant, then look forward to when they finally implement a 1-inch sensor to their devices. It’s a big enough step that would put the nail in the coffin for standalone compact cameras. Next up, we’re going to be talking about the two telephoto cameras on the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra so stay tuned to Pokde.net for that.
Check out our Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra review by clicking right here.
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AMD CPU Vulnerability Discovered for Dreadful Side Channel Attacks

A CPU generally has plenty of software running at once and plays a major role in system security. Recently, research has discovered that there is particular AMD CPU vulnerability which allows data to be shared between programs running on the same core.
Referred to as the “Take A Way” exploit, a hacker could begin their attack by picking an address corresponding with the target’s data address. Afterwards, they then access the data stored in their version of the address, which will create a link based on the address within the cache and the way predictor. The route that the CPU takes to access that address next time is guaranteed to be quick but if its triggered a third time, the CPU will get to it slowly.

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All the hacker has to do is bring up the address at regular intervals. If it comes quick, then the victim has not accessed it during the interval but if it takes a while, then it has been accessed. This will serve as an important indicator for when victims access data stored within the CPU without knowing where the data is and without the need to share memory with the victim.
Key Takeaway from the research paper on the AMD CPU vulnerability
The key takeaway of this paper is that AMD’s cache way predictors leak secret information.

To demonstrate how it can be bad, the researchers paired the AMD CPU vulnerability with existing attack patterns and weaknesses. They constructed a covert channel between two software that aren’t meant to communicate together. They could break address space layout randomization (ASLR), a key step in accessing CPU memory. As a result, they can leak kernel data and even crack AES encryption keys.
It’s worth noting that the AMD CPU vulnerability isn’t an easy one to take advantage of. It involves a combination of exploits working in complex ways, but it is still possible. It is said to affect some older Athlon, Ryzen, and Threadripper CPUs. AMD has yet to respond to the allegations or mentioned any updates to fix the exploit at the time of this writing.
The researchers themselves have noted that it shouldn’t be too difficult to come up with a solution for the issue. It was also noted that the Austrian team behind the research reported their findings on August 2019. We will be reporting more on this when information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Someone at Intel is probably going like “Ha, they finally have a problem with a CPU”.
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April 10th: What’s Happening on PSN This Week? Discounts Galore!

Not sure what’s happening on PSN Asia this week? We got you covered.
Some of you may have noticed that Sony Interactive Entertainment shut down their PS Asia blog. Whether this is permanent or not, we’re not sure ourselves but some of us have clearly used this as a means to know what’s happening for PSN users in the Asia region.
Well, despite the loss of the blog, we know exactly what’s going on. So if you’re not sure what’s happening this week on the PlayStation Network, don’t worry, we got you covered.

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What’s Happening on PSN This Week?
EA Game Sale

First up, we have the EA Game Sale, where up to 80% discount is available for a selected number of EA games on the PlayStation Store. If you’re thinking “How come EA is doing a sale so often?”, then my only answer for you is that I don’t think they ever stopped it from when they first started it.
There’s games like FIFA 17, Battlefield 1, Mirror’s Edge Catalyst, and even Star Wars: Battlefront up for sale. However, if you don’t own Star Wars: Battlefront, I would highly advise against buying it anyway unless you’re sure you’ll be playing with friends. Yeah, I know it has a discount but it’s just not worth it.

Deal of the Month

For this time’s Deal of the Month on PSN, we have the ever-popular Senran Kagura. Estival Versus in both English and Chinese languages. It’s going for RM98.50 and RM84.50 respectively until April 30th 2017.
The game is based on the anime and manga “Senran Kagura”, which is widely known for having more bewbs than story. I’m not kidding, have you seen them? Don’t worry, we’re not going to judge if you choose to buy it. Everyone has their own tastes after all.

Up to 50% Off on Watch Dogs 2

Some of you may be thinking “What do you mean up to 50% off for a single game? It’s just one game!” but allow me to explain. First up, we have the Digital Standard edition (English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean), which is available with a 50% discount at RM120.00.
Then we have the Digital Gold Edition (English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean), which is available with a 40% discount at RM210. Then we have the Season Pass with 37% discount going for RM94.50 and the Root Access Bundle, which comes with an extra mission and items, with a 28% discount at RM15.12.

PaRappa The Rapper Remastered PS Plus Bonus

Next up, we have the lovable PaRappa The Rapper returning in high definition glory. With it, there’s a special bonus for PS Plus users. For an early purchase bonus (until 4th May 2017), you’ll get a PaRappa the Rapper Dynamic Theme for your PS4!
I mean, it’s nothing much but if you have fond memories of PaRappa the Rapper and you plan on getting the game anyway, why not right?

Furi Special Discount

The highly acclaimed fast-paced slasher is available with a 30% discount, effectively being on sale for RM35.00. If you’re a PS Plus user, you can get an additional 40% discount on top of the discount.
However, if you plan on taking advantage of this deal you have to be quick about it. The offer ends tomorrow, 11th April 2017, at precisely 11:59pm so if you plan on buying it, best to do it as soon as you can use your PlayStation 4 console and access PSN.

Destiny 2 Pre-Order Discount

Just when you heard about Destiny supposedly having so many updates that it shouldn’t have a sequel, a sequel actually comes along. If you plan on buying the game, there’s a pre-order discount available on PSN.
If you pre-order by 7th September 2017, you will get 9% discount for the Digital Deluxe edition. This effectively brings the price down to RM379.00 instead of the usual RM419. It’s not much but it’s something. The standard edition will still be priced at RM229.00 regardless.

And that’s all of what we feel is important to highlight on what’s happening at PSN this week. If you missed out on the free games list for PS Plus Asia April 2017, click here to find out more.

Pokdepinion: Doesn’t seem like the EA Game Sale is ever going to end. But I suppose, it’s better to have some discounts rather than none. Is this something major? No, definitely not, but if there’s something you’ve been eyeing for a while and it’s available with a discount now, might as well grab it while you can on PSN.
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honor Partners With Lazada – A Big Grand Opening Sale Awaits!

honor Malaysia has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Lazada Malaysia, one of Southeast Asia’s largest e-commerce platform which will see honor products to be made available at the company’s official Lazada store.
Official honor Store On Lazada
The store will be made available on Lazada on the 2nd of April and to celebrate the launch, honor will be setting some promotional prices for their smartphones and you can get them on the cheap (well at least cheaper than their original prices).
Here are the deals;

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honor View10 – RM1,899 (previously RM2,099)
honor 8 Pro – RM1,499 (previously RM1,999)
honor 7X – RM899 + RM50 Lazada voucher (previously RM1,099)
honor 9 Lite – RM749 + Bluetooth Headphone (same price)
honor 6A Pro – RM499 (previously RM699)

With honor having an official store on Lazada, it’s pretty safe to say that customers would be less concerned in getting their devices without the worry of being scammed or what not.
If you’re a fan of honor and want to get their latest device, you might as aim for their flagship smartphone, the View10, which has quite a cut in terms of price. It’s basically a lower-priced rendition of the HUAWEI Mate 10, where the View10 lacks an IP67 water proof rating but hey, it does come with 3.5mm jack that the Mate 10 lacks.
Pokdepinion: I mean it’s quite a necessity for company’s like honor to have their own official store on Lazada. What way to make customers to feel assured of the product that they’re buying is coming from an official store.

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NVIDIA Tesla V100 unveiled; 12nm FinFET, 5120 CUDA cores

Just when you thought NVIDIA will take a break after launching the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti, a cut-down Titan X with faster clocks, and the Titan Xp, which is a full GP102 with more cores and faster clocks, NVIDIA pulls yet another GPU out of their hat. This time, it’s a whole new architecture, Volta. Say hello to the Tesla V100, the first GPU based on NVIDIA’s latest Volta architecture.
Volta is no longer a new name among hardware enthusiasts, and has already been in NVIDIA’s roadmap for some time. While we have previously assumed Volta will have to stick to 16nm while waiting for TSMC’s 10nm to mature, it seems that NVIDIA has opted for a customized 12nm FinFET manufacturing process at TSMC. Along with this new manufacturing process, the Taiwanese GPU giant packed 21.1 billion transistors on a 815mm2 die for the GV100. By comparison, the Titan Xp just crams 12 billion on 471mm2 of silicon. The GV100 is the largest GPU TSMC can manufacture, and ranks among the largest chips ever manufactured.

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The Tesla V100 will feature 80 SMs, each with 64 CUDA cores, yielding a total of 5120 CUDA cores. For comparison purposes, the Tesla P100 offers 56 SMs with 64 CUDA cores per SM, for a total of 3584 CUDA cores. In addition to these CUDA cores, the Tesla V100 will also feature new tensor cores, a new type of core designed specifically to enhance performance in deep learning operations. Each SM will sport 8 Tensor Cores, which gives you 640 Tensor Cores here. With these new cores, the Tesla V100 is first to the line to break 100 TFLOPS of deep learning performance.
HBM2 memory makes an appearance again, with 16GB of it clocked at 1.75GHz, fed by a 4096-bit bus for a mind-blowing 900GB/s of bandwidth. The Tesla V100 will feature the new NVLink 2 standard, promising 25GB/s bidirectional link bandwidth, up from NVLink’s 20GB/s. There are also 6 NVLink connectors here on the Tesla V100, 2 more than the Tesla P100 has.
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Interested? Eight of these Tesla V100s will be available in the NVIDIA DGX-1V server, for $149 000 (~RM647 850), with a PCIe version later.
Pokdepinion: I wonder how will the Volta consumer GPUs turn out. Will we have yet another massive leap in performance and efficiency, and finally HBM2 in NVIDIA gaming cards?
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, RTX 3080 and RTX 3070 — Ampere amps up the bang for buck proposition!

The much-leaked GeForce RTX 30-series graphics cards are finally here. Most of what was leaked turned out to be true, but here are the facts, direct from the horse’s mouth. So we have the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090, GeForce RTX 3080 and GeForce RTX 3070, all based on the latest NVIDIA Ampere GPU, built on a custom Samsung 8N manufacturing process.
Ampere, Faster

Aside from making the jump from TSMC’s 12nm FinFET to Samsung’s manufacturing process, the NVIDIA Ampere generation brings 2.7X shader TFLOPs, 1.7X RT TFLOPS and 2.7X Tensor TFLOPS, as all the GPU components are reworked to deliver impressive architectural gains from the ground up.

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On top of the improved GPU, NVIDIA packed the GPUs with Micron GDDR6X memory, that allows the GPUs to be able to access the frame buffer at up to 2X the bandwidth.

In combination, the NVIDIA Ampere GPUs pack some impressive performance relative to the NVIDIA Turing generation. Above that, NVIDIA also worked with Microsoft to bring RTX IO to improve game loading times by using the DirectStorage API to use GPU cores to improve game loading times, which should further improve the overall gaming experience with Ampere GPUs.
Ampere, Cooler(?)

For the Ampere generation, they also innovated on the cooling system. With an interesting push-pull system, the Dual-Axial, Flow-Through Thermal Solution pushes air through the cooler in two directions to better make use of the system cooling. One fan pushes air out the rear of the case, while another pushes air through the heatsink. It allows the cooler to dissipate an impressive 90W more than the current-gen GeForce RTX 20-series Founders Edition coolers. The GeForce RTX 3080 sports a dual-slot cooler of this design, while the GeForce RTX 3090 comes with a triple-slot version.

This appears limited to the GeForce RTX 3090 and GeForce RTX 3090 Founders Edition cards though, with the GeForce RTX 3080 sporting a simpler dual fan design. This might be because the GeForce RTX 3090 is rated at a whopping 350W TGP, while the GeForce RTX 3080 is rated at 320W TGP. The GeForce RTX 3070 sports a much tamer 220W TGP, which is possibly why it comes with the more conventional cooling system.
Ampere, Better Value

One of the most important areas that NVIDIA improved is the bang-for-buck. The NVIDIA Ampere not only provides a massive generational gap that was missing from the GeForce RTX 20-series, but it also offers impressive value. The GeForce RTX 3070 is faster than the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti at just $499 (~RM2067), while the GeForce RTX 3080 is up to twice as fast as the GeForce RTX 2080 at the same $699 (~RM2896) price tag the older card was introduced at.

Of course the GeForce RTX 3090 won’t come cheap, but that’s what you expect for a flagship GPU that is capable of up to 8K gaming. Priced at $1499 (~RM6209), it is still impressive value over the GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, with  it being up to 50% faster than the TITAN RTX before it, while running cooler.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 30-series Specs

NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090

CUDA Cores
5888
8704
10496

Clocks (GHz)
1.73
1.71
1.70

Performance
20 Shader TFLOPS
40 RT TFLOPS
163 Tensor TFLOPS
30 Shader TFLOPS
58 RT TFLOPS
238 Tensor TFLOPS
36 Shader TFLOPS
69 RT TFLOPS
285 Tensor TFLOPS

Memory
8GB GDDR6
10GB GDDR6X
24GB GDDR6X

Memory bus width
256-bit
320-bit
384-bit

TGP rating
220W
320W
350W

NVLink
No
No
Yes

Price
$499 (~RM2067)
$699 (~RM2896)
$1499 (~RM6209)

Availability
October 2020
17th September
24th September

We do look forward to putting the GeForce RTX 30-series through its paces, so do stay tuned for our reviews when we finally get our hands on them.
[UPDATE] NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Malaysian pricing to start from RM2399
Pokdepinion: Who thought that NVIDIA will launch a faster, better GPU for less money? We surely didn’t! Kudos to NVIDIA!
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Atari VCS Console Release Delayed for Upgrade to AMD Ryzen

The Atari VCS is a very interesting game console that I’m sure many gamers are looking forward to. While it was set to release this Summer, it appears that we will have to wait a little longer as it has been delayed, but for good reason.
The reason for the delay is that the console is slated for an upgrade to a 14nm AMD Ryzen processor with Radeon Vega graphics architecture and two Zen CPU cores which replaces the model from the “Bristol Ridge” family.

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The upgrade to the AMD Ryzen and Radeon Vega combo will make the console run faster, stay cooler, and become more efficient in the long run. The new processor will include built-in Ethernet, Native 4K video with modern HDCP, and a secure frame buffer that fully-supports DRM video which will allow users to watch things like Netflix and HBO.
Unfortunately, this will come at a cost of seeing the Atari VCS delayed yet again. It was originally set to release last year, and seeing a product with constant delays is never really a good sign. For now, we will have to wait for further developments on the project and hopefully, it will end up releasing sooner rather than later.
The bad news is how many times it has now been pushed back as it was originally set for release last year, so could this mean another set back is imminent? Also, Atari has yet to confirm what games you will be playing, the final peripherals or the UI experience which is a little concerning after all this time that they have yet to give us information on this, but we’re hopeful that this will be sooner rather than later at this stage.
At the moment, the Atari VCS is set to release sometime at the end of 2019 with no specific release date mentioned yet.
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Pokdepinion: Not gonna lie, the hardware upgrade is piquing my interest, but I wonder why they decided to do that now of all times. Also, hopefully there wouldn’t be any compatibility issues from the original plan.
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OnePlus Nord Buds 2 Review – It Checks Boxes

Unboxing the OnePlus Nord Buds 2

OnePlus’s Nord line of products takes a different color scheme than their usual red-white aesthetics, replacing it with blue-black design instead. As far as packaging goes, it’s pretty standard stuff. Opening the box of the OnePlus Nord Buds 2 and you get these items:

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User guide & documentation
USB-C cable
Spare ear tips (different sizes)
Charging case + earbuds
Emoji sticker

Specifications

Drivers
12.4mm dynamic driver with BassWave enhancement algorithm

Microphone
4 microphones (2 per side)

Frequency Response
20Hz – 20,000Hz

Headphone Type
In-ear

Connectivity
USB-C (charging case), Bluetooth 5.3 (earbuds)
OnePlus Fast Pair support
SBC, AAC codec

Wireless Range
10m

Noise-cancelling
Yes (25dB)

Battery
Earphones
41mAh
Charging Case
480mAh

Dimensions & Weight
Earphones
27.5 x 21.05 x 24.4 mm / 4.7g
Charging Case
67.99 x 28.9 x 35.5 mm / 37.5g

Colour
Thunder Gray, Lightning White

Ingress Protection
IP55 (earbuds only)

The Good

If you’re new to TWS earbuds, getting the OnePlus Nord Buds 2 up to speed is fairly simple. Since it’s a budget-oriented model, there’s no specialized features like custom ear profile or things like that, so it’ll only take a minute to get it paired up for the first time and you’re ready to go. The app in question, HeyMelody, is straightforward – all the essential controls are put on the home page, while control options are placed under separate ‘Earbud Controls’ section, and that’s about it. There’s also a quick tutorial during the first-time setup and it’s very easy to follow for an inexperienced user.
The rubber seal design is pretty neat all things considered. I personally have fairly uneven ear canals, with my left ear having more tendency to cause the earbud to slip out if the shape doesn’t fit. Since the Buds 2 uses an oval shape tip, you can rotate it slightly to provide a more secure fit – and of course, OnePlus provides three different sizes for this (with the medium-size pre-installed by default).

As for the ANC, it works – though it’s capabilities are somewhat limited. Combined with the passive isolation, It filters out low frequency noises pretty well, though high frequency noises (think 1000Hz and up) is less effective, so taking this near a construction site will only get you this far when it comes to filtering out noises. Simply put, things like typing on a keyboard or clicking laptop touchpads will sound more tinny with it. However, given the price of the earbuds, I’ll cut OnePlus some slack here.
The battery life is one of the stronger points of this earbuds – based on my few field trips around Klang Valley while wearing this pair (which involves a bit of mixed usage in between ANC, Transparency Mode plus audio playback), it’s definitely good for a typical day’s use assuming you don’t wear it 24/7, of course. A single charge on both the earbuds and charging case should last you a few days without needing to plug the USB-C cable in to top up again.

On the subject of charging case – it is rectangular shaped, so some may find it slightly large to fit into pockets. However, the case finish is pretty much free of fingerprint and smudges, so those who like their cases clean-looking, OnePlus has done a good job on this department. One interesting design choice though: the case itself has a slightly different finish on the top and bottom side, with the top having a clean matte gray finish while the bottom are treated with a bit of speckle pattern instead.
The water resistance rating is listed as IP55 (protected against low-pressure water jets) – so sweats will not be an issue for the earbuds to handle. Though just as the numbers imply, this is not designed for liquid submersion – so remember to take it off before you go off for a swim.
The Bad

Let’s start with the most obvious: audio quality. It is extremely bass-heavy – on its default ‘Balanced’ EQ setting, any song with a beat to it will pretty much blown its bass right away, and it genuinely surprised me with the level of bass it has out of the box. That’s without the bass-boosting BassWave feature applied here, so you can probably imagine the sheer amount of bass OnePlus is throwing into this earbuds. ‘Serenade’ mode does improve things a bit, but not by much. I surely wouldn’t want to imagine a combination of Bass preset paired with BassWave, that’s for sure (maybe you’d try it just for giggles).
What about indoors then? Here’s where the weakness comes in. The HeyMelody app comes with 6-band EQ control, and usually my sound profile requires a 10-band (or thereabouts) to fit my listening preference – which is usually a V-shaped profile (assuming the headset is fairly balanced out of the box). The 6-band EQ lacks 500Hz and 2kHz option so there’s this balancing act that I have to make to “suppress” this range while not sacrificing the adjacent frequencies too much, which obviously I couldn’t do without a more detailed EQ tuning. As for the soundstage, it’s non-existent, so it’s basically a quirk you’ll have to live with.

As for the transparency mode, I find it kind of hard to use in practice. It does let the outside noises in, but it picks up so much ‘white noise’ that at times it drowns out conversations – which meant I had to take it off in order to listen properly what the person is saying. In practice, this will only work on places that are somewhat silent in terms of background noise, which kind of defeats its purpose. It also doesn’t have a slider control – On and Off (plus ANC) is all you get here.
Latency wise, it’s not spectacular. It’s fine for media consuming duties, since the video gets synced along so you wouldn’t notice any delays on the audio. However, avoid gaming with this – I tried few matches of Call of Duty Mobile with Game Mode activated, and it just plain couldn’t keep up. The latency is probably more in the range of 200ms (though OnePlus claims it’s 94ms on the spec sheet) – about few bullets behind if you’re firing a high fire rate weapon or about one bullet behind with a pistol.
On that note, there’s a consistent delay when tapping once which means playing and pausing audio will take a bit of time – and it’s not the easiest thing to tap the touch target (you’ll probably have to develop muscle memory for it, or use the stem as a point of reference in order to tap reliably).
OnePlus Nord Buds 2 Verdict

OnePlus is asking RM329 for this pair of earbuds – in TWS terms, it’s sitting in the lower-midrange part of the price spectrum; though if you take the ANC capabilities into account, it’s actually one of the cheaper models available on the market. If you’re just looking for the feature set, this will serve you good enough – however, if you put emphasis on any of the features it have over others, then there may be better options out there. I think the phrase “jack of all trades, master of none” fits pretty well for the OnePlus Nord Buds 2 here – not counting the value which is probably what the company is aiming for, in this case.

Special thanks to OnePlus for providing the Nord Buds 2 for the purpose of this review.
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vivo V23 5G Receives SIRIM Certification — Heading Soon To Malaysia

It appears that a new vivo smartphone is coming to Malaysia in the form of the new vivo V23 5G where it has obtained SIRIM certification.
vivo V23 5G coming to Malaysia

The phone is coming in two different colour options, Sunshine Gold and Stardust Black and talking about colours, the company claims it’s the “first colour-changing smartphone in Malaysia”.

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As you can see from the image, the launch will take place this 13th of January 2022 at 8pm which isn’t far away from now.
In case you’re wondering, the phone comes with a 50MP AF and 8MP wide angle cameras at the front plus Dual-Tone Spotlight, making it a device for selfie lovers. We will have to wait a little further to learn more on the official specifications from vivo themselves.
Till then, stay tuned to Pokde.net for more of the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews.
Pokdepinion: I’m no selfie lover, but it’ll be interesting to see what the device can offer this time around. Their recent smartphones were definitely impressive when it comes to the front cameras.
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Samsung Has Just Made The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip A Lot More Affordable

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is Samsung’s second device sporting a foldable screen after the debut of the first Samsung Galaxy Fold back in 2019. It’s compact, stylish and is packed with premium and innovative features that will enhance your life and make your daily routine simpler.
Now it’s easier to get your hands on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip

Samsung recently reduced the retail price of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip from RM5,888 to just RM3,999. On top of that, Samsung is offering a trade-up promotion where customers can save even more on the Z Flip (up to RM4,815 off) by trading in their existing smartphone. Additionally, consumers will receive a 1-month instalment waiver worth RM333.25 and enjoy monthly instalments from as low as RM305.48 through the 12-month Easy Payment Plan (EPP).

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The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip features a unique clamshell design with a 6.7-inch Full HD+ Foldable Dynamic AMOLED screen and powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ SoC. You can read our review of the device right here.
For more information on the Galaxy Z Flip exclusive rewards, do head over to the official website here.
Pokdepinion: This is quite good. If I could afford the Z Flip I’d definitely pull the trigger right about now.
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Ubisoft Black Friday Discounts Revealed — Here’s What Is On Offer

Everyone loves a good old Black Friday sales and if you’re looking for some games,  here’s what the folks at Ubisoft has to offer.
Ubisoft Black Friday sales

The company has said that they are offering a wide range of discounts on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, PS5 and PC for Riders Republic, the massively multiplayer open-world outdoor sports game, which you can check the details below:

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PC (Ubisoft Connect) – From now till 2nd December, 25% off for all versions of the game
PC (Epic Games) – From now till 30th November, 25% off all versions of the game
Xbox One and Xbox Series X – From now till 2nd December, 30% off the Standard edition and 20% off the Gold and Ultimate editions
PS4 and PS5 – From now till the 29th November, 30% off the Standard edition and 20% off the Gold and Ultimate editions

Aside from Riders Republic, they’ve also stated Black Friday discounts for Far Cry 6, Just Dance 2022, Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, plus more.
You can also check out their official shop on Shopee for more deals to enjoy. For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: I am a bit confused, wasn’t Riders Republic quite new? I wonder why they’ve already offered discounts on it..
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ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Attractive, Budget-friendly, But There’s One Problem

Unboxing the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Box

Let’s kick off the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 review with the unboxing. Inside the laptop box, you are expected to find the following items:
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Box content
Quick start guideUser guideMyASUS leafletVivoBook stickers65W power adapterPower cableThe ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 laptop itself
According to ASUS Malaysia, an ASUS backpack will be included as a bundle in the box with the laptop, so you should get that as well with retail purchase.
Appearance
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Cobalt Blue lid
For our review unit, we got the Cobalt Blue colour variant of the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 laptop. For a lack of better term, it’s very blue and I personally love it. This specific colour option seems to be catered to a younger crowd but the Bespoke Black and Dreamy White should appeal to a more general audience.

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Looking at the lid, you can see the ASUS VivoBook wording towards the right. It feels rather plasticky and is a bit of a fingerprint magnet. However, it does look simple with a clean, elegant finish.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Open up the lid
Open up the lid, which requires two hands, and you get a clear view of its 14-inch Full HD NanoEdge display, a chiclet keyboard with backlight, a trackpad with a fingerprint sensor, and product stickers. It’s not a bezel-less display, with the sides being thinner than the top and bottom, but it’s definitely practical as the webcam sits on the top bezel. You can also see the ASUS VivoBook wording on the bottom bezel.
It’s worth pointing out that the arrow keys are rather small, and the Enter key has a yellowish-green outline as if it’s being highlighted. Given the size of the laptop, there is no Numpad here. The power button is located right above the Home key.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Ports
On the left side, you have the proprietary charging port, an HDMI port, a USB-A port, a USB-C port, and a combo audio jack. As for the right side, you have two LED indicators, a MicroSD card reader, and two USB-A ports. There’s nothing on the rear except for a clear view of the hinge.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Bottom
Moving to the bottom, you have four rounded feet, product stickers, two speaker grilles, and some air vents. It’s worth noting that the two feet at the top are more spherical compared to the two feet on the bottom, which is more flat. This is to aid the laptop by giving it a bit of a lift for better airflow. There are about 9 screws exposed here, and doesn’t seem to have any hidden screws.
Overall, the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 looks good but the build quality seems a little cheap. The design is simple but it’s interesting how a splash of colour could make it stand out so much. I expected there to be a wider selection of colours but perhaps it’s something that will be coming at a later time or with different variants.
Specifications
CPUIntel Core i5-10210U @ 1.6 GHz (up to 4.2 GHz Boost), 4C/8T, 6M cache, 15W TDP, 14nmRAM4GB 2666MHz DDR4, single channelGPUIntel UHD GraphicsNVIDIA GeForce MX330 2GB GDDR5Storage512GB M.2 NVMe PCIe 3.0 SSD (Intel 660p)SoftwareMicrosoft Windows 10 HomeMicrosoft Office Home and Student 2019ASUS Audio WizardMyASUSMcAfee Personal SecurityASUS SplendidLink to MyASUSConnectivityWirelessIntel WiFi 6 (Gig+) 802.11ax (2.4GHz and 5GHz) Bluetooth 5.0 Wired1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C2 x USB 2.01 x HDMI 1.41 x MicroSD card readerInputBacklit chiclet keyboardTouchpad with built-in fingerprint sensorDisplay14″ Full HD (1920 x 1080) 16:9 LED-backlit LCD, Anti-glare NanoEdge (5.7mm bezel) Display, 84% screen-to-body ratio, 45% NTSC, 200 nits brightnessAudio1 x Combo audio jackBuilt-in speakerBuilt-in microphoneAudio by ICEpower / Harman KardonPower42 Whr 3-cell li-ion battery65W power adapterColoursBespoke Black, Cobalt Blue, Dreamy WhiteDimensions324.4 x 215 x 19.1 mmWeight1.4 kg
Performance
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – CrystalDiskMark
Starting off with CrystalDiskMark, you can see that it’s pretty decent speeds as it’s faster than your typical SATA III SSD. Given the 512GB capacity, I honestly don’t think anyone would have any complaints with this as you can still expect fast loading speeds / bootup times. In case you’re wondering, it’s the Intel 660p.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Cinebench R15
In Cinebench R15, the Intel Core i5-10210U performed decently enough. You can see that the performance in both single core and multi core is lagging behind the VivoBook S15 S533F, which also uses the same CPU.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Cinebench R20
It’s particularly worse in Cinebench R20 as it had the lowest score in the list of our benchmarked laptops. I believe this is because of the single channel 4GB RAM configuration on the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413. I didn’t think I would see a 4GB RAM laptop, or even any PC, in 2020.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Unigine SuperPosition
In Unigine SuperPosition’s 4K Optimized benchmark, we didn’t expect it to do well. While it does have a discrete GPU, it’s only a GeForce MX330. It would be tough to run anything in 4K with that. Even if it came with the 10th Gen Intel Core i7, it wouldn’t make much of a difference as this is more GPU-heavy. This is evident as the highest score in the graph above, a laptop that uses a GTX 1650 which is far stronger than any MX-based GPU.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – 3DMark Time Spy
A similar pattern can be seen in 3DMark’s Time Spy benchmark. You can see that laptops running similar GPU will have a similar score but the moment it jumps to something stronger like the GTX 1650, it makes a huge difference. It doesn’t mean that the MX330 is bad however, it’s a matter of what you want to use it for.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – PCMark
In PCMark, the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 performs decently overall. While it does have an MX330 dGPU, the overall specifications isn’t strong enough for digital content creation. One thing’s for sure, an upgrade in RAM would definitely see a huge boost in overall performance.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Gaming
As it does have an MX330 dGPU, I wanted to see how the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 performs in light gaming. In DotA 2, it had an average 43FPS while in CS:GO, it’s an average of 50FPS. If you lower down the settings, you should be able to get smooth 60FPS gaming, but I’d still recommend at least getting 8GB dual-channel RAM for an overall better experience.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – PCMark Modern Office battery endurance test
The battery life is one area that we have high expectations and the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 laptop, and it did well enough. It managed to last 400 minutes (6 hours and 40 minutes) in PCMark’s Modern Office endurance test. It’s not the highest among laptops of its kind, but it should still serve you well.
If you want a similar, but overall better, laptop, check out our review of the ASUS VivoBook S15 S533F by clicking right here.
User Experience
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review
The ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 is an ultraportable productivity laptop. It’s meant to appeal to a more budget-conscious crowd. It’s powered by the Intel Core i5-10210U CPU with NVIDIA GeForce MX330 GPU. It has a single stick 4GB DDR4 RAM with 512GB NVMe SSD. Everything seemed okay until I saw the RAM. It’s way too low for 2020, that your browser alone will easily use up all of the memory. Not to forget, the RAM is soldered.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Webcam
It uses a 14-inch Full HD NanoEdge display with 60Hz refresh rate. The viewing angles and colours are decent. If you do a lot of creative work that require colour accuracy, this is not the one for you. It’s worth noting that you can open up the lid up to about 145°. The display itself wobbles a little when I type a little hard. I just kinda wished it had touchscreen support for better productivity potential.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Ports
The ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 laptop has a decent array of ports. You get 3 USB-A ports, a USB-C port, an HDMI port, a combo audio jack, and a MicroSD card reader. I feel like they should have went for a full-sized SD card reader instead. The lack of an RJ45 LAN port might steer some folks away but you can always get a USB-C hub if you really need it. That way, you get access to more ports but it does mean you will have to spend a bit more.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Highlighter Enter key
As for the keyboard, I personally like it. It’s well-built, doesn’t feel loose, decent tactility, and a short travel distance. You may need a bit of time to get used to the small arrow keys but it shouldn’t be a huge problem for most people.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – Touchpad with fingerprint sensor
The touchpad itself works fine but what I do like is the embedded fingerprint scanner. This way, you can keep the laptop secure while also letting you login conveniently.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – MyASUS
On the software side of things, you have MyASUS, which you can consider as a command centre of sorts. Here, you can check driver updates, change fan settings, pick your preferred charging mode, system diagnosis, and more.
You can even adjust your display settings such as colour mode and blue light intensity here via ASUS Splendid. The Wi-Fi SmartConnect feature here will automatically connect to router with the best signal in the area when enabled. It’s a very useful software suite that you should take the time to familiarize with.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review – ASUS AudioWizard
As for the speakers themselves, it’s surprisingly good. It can produce pretty good sound directed towards you for a more wholesome experience. Audio is generally geared towards clarity but you can actually feel a little bit of bass. It would be better if the volume could be a bit louder but for most people, it should be enough. You can enhance your listening experience using the ASUS AudioWizard software, either with presets or by creating your own audio profiles.
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Verdict
ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 Review
The ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 looks like a promising ultraportable productivity laptop at first glance. You get a 10th Gen Intel Core CPU with MX330 discrete GPU, 512GB NVMe SSD, Wi-Fi 6, and good looks at a rather affordable price.
However, with just 4GBs of RAM, it really holds back what the laptop is truly capable of. Moreover, it lacks an RJ45 LAN port, the bezels could be better, still has USB 2.0 ports, and could have gone for a full-sized SD card reader instead. With a retail price of RM2,899, I would recommend upgrading the RAM immediately if you plan on buying this.
With that, I award the ASUS VivoBook 14 A413 laptop with our Bronze Pokdeward.

Big thanks to ASUS Malaysia for providing us this laptop for the purposes of this review.
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HUAWEI Unveils 5G Multi-mode Chipset And 5G CPE Pro

HUAWEI has officially launch their 5G multi-mode chipset Balong 5000, along with the first commercial 5G device powered by it, the HUAWEI 5G CPE Pro.
With the two, they provide the world’s fastest wireless connection for your smartphone, home, office, as well as on the go.
The Balong 5000 supports a broad range of 5G devices in addition to smartphones, that also includes home broadband devices, vehicle-mounted devices, and 5G modules. Coming in with a small form factor, the Balong 5000 supports 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G on a single chip. It reduces latency and power consumption when exchanging data between different modes.

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It is the first chipset to perform industry benchmarks for peak 5G download speeds. At sub-6GHz, it can achieve download speeds of up to 4.6Gbps. As for mmWave spectrum, Balong 5000 can achieve speeds (download) up to 6.5Gbps, which is 10 times faster than top 4G LTE speeds on the market today. Balong 5000 will be released at this year’s Mobile World Congress (MWC 2019).

Switching to the HUAWEI 5G CPE Pro, it is powered by the Balong 5000 and it supports both 4G and 5G wireless connections. If connected to a 5G connected, it can download a 1GB HD video clip within 3 seconds, which is incredibly fast. As for 8K videos, they can be streamed smoothly without lag.
Adopting Wi-Fi 6 technology, it can deliver speeds of up to 4.8Gbps and it is the first 5G CPE that supports HUAWEI HiLink protocols.
Pokdepinion: Now we’re getting somewhere with 5G (finally). Let’s just hope we’ll get 5G connectivity here soon though.
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Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G, Redmi Note 11S 5G, Redmi 10 5G — more 5G options powered by MediaTek Dimensity chips

Xiaomi has just announced a trio of mid-range 5G smartphones powered by MediaTek Dimensity chipsets. We have the new Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 11S 5G as the latest members of the Redmi Note 11 family. For an even more affordable option, there’s the Redmi 10 5G, the first Redmi series device to sport 5G to bring faster connectivity to everyone.
Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G and Redmi Note 11S 5G

The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G builds upon the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G with its 120W charging, making it the first ever Redmi smartphone to tout 120W wired charging. You do sacrifice on overall charging capacity though, with it featuring a 4500mAh battery, versus the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G‘s 5000mAh. Redmi promises a full charge in just 15 minutes, which means that while you may run out of juice slightly sooner on the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G, the fast charging will result in minimal downtime before you are ready to go again.

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Aside from the faster charging and smaller battery, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G also gets a new Dimensity 920 chipset that should be slightly faster than the Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G’s Snapdragon 695. The rest of the specifications list is kept pretty similar: you get the same 108MP main camera, 8MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro camera, along with a 16MP selfie camera hidden in the 6.67″ FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED DotDisplay.

The Redmi Note 11S 5G is slightly more interesting. You get 5G thanks to the Dimensity 810, which should be a pretty impressive upgrade from the Helio G96 featured in the non-5G Redmi Note 11S. The main camera receives a somewhat major downgrade though, going from the Redmi Note 11S’ 108MP camera to a 50MP camera. It still gets accompanied by the same 8MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro shooters. The display has grown a little to 6.6″, but you still retain the 90Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution.
Redmi Note 11 Pro Series Price and Specs in Malaysia

Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G
Redmi Note 11 Pro 5G
Redmi Note 11 Pro
Redmi Note 11S 5G
Redmi Note 11S
Redmi Note 11

CPU
Dimensity 920, 6nm
Snapdragon 695, 6nm
Helio G96, 12nm
Dimensity 810, 6nm
Helio G96, 12nm
Snapdragon 680, 6nm

GPU
Mali-G68MC4
Adreno 619
Mali-G57MC2
Mali-G57MC2
Mali-G57MC2
Adreno 610

Memory
Up to 8GB LPDDR4X
Up to 8GB LPDDR4X
Up to 8GB LPDDR4X
6GB LPDDR4X
Up to 8GB LPDDR4X
Up to 6GB LPDDR4X

Storage
Up to 256GB UFS 2.2 (expandable)
Up to 128GB UFS 2.2 (expandable)
Up to 128GB UFS 2.2 (expandable)
128GB UFS 2.2 (expandable)
Up to 128GB UFS 2.2 (expandable)
Up to 128GB UFS 2.2 (expandable)

Display
6.67″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) 120Hz AMOLED DotDisplay, 1200 nits peak brightness, DCI-P3 gamut support, Reading mode 3.0, Sunlight display, 360Hz touch sampling rate
6.67″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) 120Hz AMOLED DotDisplay, 1200 nits peak brightness, DCI-P3 gamut support, Reading mode 3.0, Sunlight display, 360Hz touch sampling rate
6.67″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) 120Hz AMOLED DotDisplay, 1200 nits peak brightness, DCI-P3 gamut support, Reading mode 3.0, Sunlight display, 360Hz touch sampling rate
6.6″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) 90Hz AMOLED DotDisplay, DCI-P3 gamut support, 240Hz touch sampling rate
6.43″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) 90Hz AMOLED DotDisplay, 1000 nit peak brightness, DCI-P3 gamut support, 180Hz touch sampling rate
6.43″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) 90Hz AMOLED DotDisplay, 1000 nit peak brightness, DCI-P3 gamut support, 180Hz touch sampling rate

Audio
Super-linear dual speakers
SOUND BY JBL
Dolby Atmos
3.5mm headphone jack
Dual speakers
3.5mm headphone jack
Dual speakers
3.5mm headphone jack
Dual speakers
3.5mm headphone jack
Dual speakers
3.5mm headphone jack
Dual speakers
3.5mm headphone jack

Camera
Main camera: 108MP f/1.9, 1/1.52″ ISOCELL HM2, 0.7µm, 9-in-1 binning (2.1µm equiv.)
Ultra-wide: 8MP f/2.2, 118° FoV
Macro: 2MP f/2.4
Main camera: 108MP f/1.9, 1/1.52″ ISOCELL HM2, 0.7µm, 9-in-1 binning (2.1µm equiv.)
Ultra-wide: 8MP f/2.2, 118° FoV
Macro: 2MP f/2.4
Main camera: 108MP f/1.9, 1/1.52″ ISOCELL HM2, 0.7µm, 9-in-1 binning (2.1µm equiv.)
Ultra-wide: 8MP f/2.2, 118° FoV
Macro: 2MP f/2.4
Depth sensor: 2MP f/2.4
Main camera: 50MP f/1.8
Ultra-wide: 8MP f/2.2, 118° FoV
Macro: 2MP f/2.4
Main camera: 108MP f/1.9, 1/1.52″ ISOCELL HM2, 0.7µm, 9-in-1 binning (2.1µm equiv.)
Ultra-wide: 8MP f/2.2, 118° FoV
Macro: 2MP f/2.4
Main camera: 50MP f/1.8, 1/1.52″ ISOCELL HM2, 0.7µm, 9-in-1 binning (2.1µm equiv.)
Ultra-wide: 8MP f/2.2, 118° FoV
Macro: 2MP f/2.4

Selfie camera
16MP f/2.4 selfie camera
16MP f/2.4 selfie camera
16MP f/2.4 selfie camera
13MP f/2.4
16MP f/2.4 selfie camera
13MP f/2.4

Battery
4500mAh
120W Hyper Charge
(120W charger included in box)
5000mAh
67W Turbo Charge (67W charger included in box)
5000mAh
67W Turbo Charge (67W charger included in box)
5000mAh
33W Turbo Charge (33W charger included in box)
5000mAh
33W Turbo Charge (33W charger included in box)
5000mAh
33W Turbo Charge (33W charger included in box)

Price
8GB+128GB: RM1499
8GB+256GB: RM1599
6GB+64GB: RM1299
8GB+128GB: RM1399
6GB+128GB: RM999
8GB+128GB: RM1099
6GB+128GB: RM999
4GB+64GB: RM899
8GB+128GB: RM999
4GB+128GB: RM749
6GB+128GB: RM799

The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G will be available starting from 6th April, with early birds getting RM100 off both variants. Meanwhile the Redmi Note 11S 5G is available starting 22nd April 2022, with no early bird deals. For those who want a more affordable option, the Redmi Note 11 Xiaomi Fan Festival Edition will also be available with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage for just RM749 from 7th April onwards, with it being available during a special flash sale for just RM699 on Shopee and Lazada.
Redmi 10 5G

The Redmi 10 5G will be the first Redmi series smartphone to feature 5G, featuring the Dimensity 700. Along with the chipset, you also get a 50MP main camera with a 2MP depth sensor. You also get a 90Hz FHD+ display, backed by a 5000mAh battery to keep the party running. Pricing in Malaysia has yet to be announced, so stay tuned!
Pokdepinion: Damn there are like 11 SKUs in the Redmi Note 11 series alone… And we aren’t even counting the color options yet…
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ASGARD announces 128GB DDR5-4800 RAM for the 12th Gen Intel Alder Lake platform

ASGARD, a RAM manufacturer from China, has just announced their DDR5-4800 offerings for the next-gen platforms. It is probably worth mentioning that this is just an announcement, as ASGARD will apparently only commence mass production when Intel announces the Intel 600-series chipset for the upcoming 12th Gen Alder Lake platform.
The memory kits are available in capacities ranging up to 128GB, which will provide enthusiasts ample RAM to fully take advantage of Google Chrome. The 4800MHz speeds should also ensure great compatibility, as it is the base speed of the DDR5 standard. The timings of 40-40-40 might also seem really loose by DDR4 standards, but then again the memory runs at just 1.1V.

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DDR5 promises close to twice the performance of DDR4 while consuming 20% less power. ASGARD has listed out the platforms that are expected to support its DDR5-4800 memory kits. Intel is reportedly going to support it with the Intel Sapphire Rapids-SP processors for the server segment, as well as the 12th Gen Intel Core processors based on the Alder Lake architecture for consumers.
They also interestingly listed the Tiger Lake-U processors, AMD Van Gogh and Rembrandt APUs, even though the former is a mobile processor that won’t support ASGARD’s DIMM modules.
Pokdepinion: I wonder how much will the first DDR5 memory kits cost…
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KLEVV BOLT XR DDR4 3600MHz CL18 Review — proof that RAM do not need RGB to look good

When we received the KLEVV BOLT XR DDR4, we were indeed quite interested by what they would bring to the table. Firstly, the price was more affordable than most of the RAM kits on the market right now. Then. firing them up on the bench rig and we found that they sport SK Hynix DJR memory ICs… I haven’t tested those yet, so let’s see if they are any good for overclocking. Well, here goes!
Packaging

As the KLEVV BOLT XR is KLEVV’s more affordable offering, the packaging does reflect it. Coming in a blister pack, the KLEVV BOLT XR is flaunted right at the front of the packaging, so you do get to see what you are getting.

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Over on the back you get a few more highlighted features, but that’s about it. KLEVV expects you to rip the packaging apart, so this might come as a disappointment to those who like to keep their PC parts’ packaging to commemorate the amount of cash they just spent.
Appearance

The KELVV BOLT XR goes for a simple yet functional aesthetic, with a nice gunmetal-bronze aluminium heatspreader to dissipate the heat from the memory ICs under it efficiently. It’s also relatively low profile to ensure compatibility with more systems.

To add some points to the overall styling of these RAM sticks are these plastic inserts that has “Creative Evolution KLEVV” engraved into one end of the insert.
Specifications
KLEVV BOLT XR DDR4-3600 CL18

Memory dies
8Gb Hynix DJR

Frequency
3600MHz

Primary Timings
CL18-22-22-42

Voltage
1.35V

Capacity
8GB x 2

Dimensions
36.7(H) x 138(L) x 7.5(W) mm

Test Machine

CPU
Intel Core i9-10900K @ 5.1GHz

CPU Cooler
MasterLiquid ML240R

Motherboard
MSI MEG Z490 UNIFY

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

Power Supply
Cooler Master V850 Platinum

GPU
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER

Overclocking
Out of the box, the timings are pretty loose, although that’s a common sight for SK Hynix-based memory at this point. The looser timings also ensure compatibility with both Intel and AMD systems, which is important so that users can just buy the KLEVV BOLT XR, chuck them into the PC, flip on the XMP profile and get going.

To start things off, we had to make sure that the RAM was stable at default XMP settings. As you can see, it is stable for up to 400% MemTest, which is pretty much the baseline for system stability.

Tuning things up, we managed to get all the way to 4000MHz CL18 at 1.45V, which is pretty good. It runs stably here, without a single manually adjusted timing. Pretty nice to get some faster memory off the bat. However I didn’t manage to tighten timings here.

At 3800MHz, tightening the timings down to CL16 was possible, but the rest of the timings weren’t as flexible as what we have seen in previous RAM kits we have played around with.
          4100MHz CL18            4200MHz CL18
We also tested 4100MHz and 4200MHz, and the 4100MHz CL18 settings were enough to pass 200% MemTest, which means that we are quite close, and we probably just need to put in a bit more time to tune it to achieve MemTest 400% stable. 4200MHz CL18 was good enough for AIDA64 too, which indicates that you can probably push the KLEVV BOLT XR to higher speeds if you had the time to slowly dial in the settings.
Conclusion

Priced at RM319, the KLEVV BOLT XR is a relatively inexpensive kit of RAM that should satisfy most but the most discerning enthusiasts. It looks great without having to slap on a ton of bling, and it also easily hits 4000MHz without any effort at all. I must say that I am quite pleased with the KLEVV BOLT XR, although it might take a bit more effort to push them to higher clocks.

Our thanks to ESSENCORE for sending us the KLEVV BOLT XR for review.
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eBelia eWallet Credit Sees Increment In Latest Announcement

You might recall that the government had introduced the eBelia programme, where eWallet credit was given to youths. Now it seems that they’ve decided to up the benefits for eligible citizens to utilize.
eBelia eWallet credit now increased

The new announcement sees the credit given increased from RM100 to RM150. With the programme, it is catered for 2 million Malaysian citizens who are aged between 18 and 20, as well as full-time students.

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Malaysian Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has said that “We believe this programme will spur businesses, especially micro enterprises and small medium enterprises to start accepting cashless payments for purchases of their goods”.
It is reported that around 60% of the government’s collection last year was done through online transactions where 2020 saw 113% increased, totaling to 600 million transactions.
If you’re wondering, the apps that are involved in the programme that you can utilize the wallet include ShopeePay, Touch ‘n Go eWallet, BigPay, and Boost.
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Pokdepinion: If only I was a couple of years younger.. Who wouldn’t want some free ewallet money right? Be sure to share with your friends/family members who qualify for it!
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