Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite priced from RM1199 in Malaysia

The Xiaomi Mi 9 family here in Malaysia grows even bigger, with the addition of the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite. It truly lives up to its name, with all the features you love on the Xiaomi Mi 9, but distilled down to fit into a more affordable price bracket.

There’s a 48MP f/1.79 camera on the back, a common feature through out the Mi 9 family, as well as a 8MP ultra-wide camera and a 2MP depth sensor. You don’t get a telephoto camera here, but that’s okay. There’s a 20MP f/2.0 selfie camera up front, housed in the small notch above the 6.39″ AMOLED display.
Under the hood is a Snapdragon 710, which fits its position under the Xiaomi Mi 9 SE. It does feature a much larger battery though, measuring in at 4030 mAh. Also, there’s support for expandable microSD storage, which is something the rest of the Mi 9 family lacks.

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You get a headphone jack and IR blaster too, giving the Mi 9 Lite quite an impressive feature set. The Mi 9 SE lacks a headphone jack, and the Mi 9T doesn’t sport an IR blaster.
Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite Specs
Snapdragon 710, octa-core up to 2.2 GHz, 10nm FinFET6GB LPDDR4x RAMUp to 128GB UFS 2.1 storage, expandable via microSD6.39″ FHD+ Super AMOLED display, dot drop notch48MP f/1.79 + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP depth sensor32MP f/2.0 selfie cameraMIUI 10 based on Android 9 Pie4030 mAh battery, 18W Quick Charge 3.06 + 64GB: RM11996 + 128GB: RM1299
The Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite will be available in Pearl White, Auroro Blue and Onyx Grey starting 1st November, with a early-bird promotion available from the following Authorized Mi Stores:
Mi Store Bukit Tinggi (Klang) Mi Store One Utama (Klang Valley)Mi Store Mid Valley (Klang Valley)Mi Store KLCC (Klang Valley)Mi Store Pavilion (Klang Valley)Mi Store D’Pulze (Cyber Jaya)Mi Store Aman Central (Kedah)Mi Store Sunway Carnival (Seberang Perai, Penang)Mi Store Queensbay Mall (Penang)Mi Store Ipoh Parade (Ipoh)Mi Store Suria Sabah (Sabah)Mi Store The Spring (Bintulu)Mi Store Mid Valley South Key (JB)Mi Store KB Mall (Kelantan)Mi Store Kuantan City Mall (Kuantan)
Every purchase on 1st November will be entitled to a RM100 Hermo MY voucher. This promotion is of course while stocks last.

What do you think? Does the Xiaomi Mi 9 Lite have a place in the crowded mid-range segment, or would you pick the pre-existing member of the Mi 9 family over it?
Pokdepinion: I would probably still pick the Mi 9T over this…
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A New Call Of Duty Mobile Game Is Currently In The Works At Activision

It’s safe to say that Activision’s Call of Duty Mobile has been a bit of a runaway success with it being one of the biggest mobile games on the market right now. Now, Activision has announced that they are in the process of making another one.
A new Call of Duty Mobile incoming

According to a report from TweakTown, Daniel Alegre, the company’s president and chief operating officer has stated that all of the teams in charge of mobile games under Activision have all banded together to work on a new Call of Duty game.

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“We recently acquired Digital Legends in Barcelona. They join our mobile development roster which now includes our new internal team, Solid State, as well as the mobile teams at Beenox and Shanghai, who are all coming together on an unannounced project in the Call of Duty universe that’s very exciting,” said Alegre.

Activision announced the acquisition of Digital Legends a few days ago and the Barcelona based developers have been immediately put to task in developing a new Call of Duty mobile game. Digital Legends’ previous body of work includes an Overwatch-style ‘tactical Hero Action game’ called Respawnables Heroes as well as a mobile third-person shooter called Afterpulse. Digital Legends also had a hand in developing games in EA’s Battlefield series including the iOS version of Battlefield: Bad Company 2 and the iOS-exclusive Battlefield 3: Aftershock.
The new Call of Duty mobile game is still in its early stages by the look of things so don’t expect an announcement anytime soon.
Pokdepinion: Though I don’t play the game as much as I do previously, I’m still a huge fan of Call of Duty Mobile. Interesting to see where Activision takes COD on mobile after this.
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Lineage2 Revolution Starts Fortress Siege Regular Season – Rewards Await!

Netmarble Games Corp’s mobile MMORPG Lineage2 Revolution is having a new regular season of the fortress siege, with rewards set for the winners. Thought out as the minor league of the castle siege, the fortress sieges takes place for 30 minutes from 9.30 P.M every Friday. The lords of 128 fortresses emerge from the one-on-one clan battles.
Fortress Siege Regular Season
With the new season, Lineage2 Revolution also introduce a new field boss to the game named Marsha. Players of the game are encouraged to take her down quickly as she can attack with Bladewind, a blowing skill. She also has the ability to summon guardian monsters to come to her aid and protect her.
The fortress includes various ways in defending against enemies. Increasing the abilities of clan members should be taken advantage of. The clan that carves out the opponent’s holy artifact first within the first 30 minutes wins the fortress and will be rewarded with buffs and bonus items, which will vary based on the fortress captured. Clans that wish to take part must participate in the bid held from 12 A.M to 9 P.M every Thursday.

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Also added into the game is the Dion territory. Spot fortresses will be designated and will give winners extra rewards for completion. Region buffs given by the fortress have also been upgraded to grade buff. Talking Island will be upgraded to a grade A, with a 2.5 percent in attack and movement speeds. Gludio will be raised to a grade S, while Dion will be upgraded to a grade SR and have 3 and 4 percent increase in attack and movement speeds.
Netmarble are introducing a player Exp boost event between August 23 and September 5 as part of a player giveaway. With participation in the event, players receive medals which can later be exchanged to Exp boxes and summoning stone fragments. The Exp medals include buffs that boosts physical and magical defense abilities for an hour. Additionally, Netmarble will give back certain amount of diamonds for those who purchase diamonds for gears.
Pokdepinion: It’s always crucial for these sorts of games to have updates to keep their players hooked on to the game.
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MediaTek to release Helio X30 10nm SoC — rumored to be on par with the Snapdragon 821

MediaTek has officially announced that they will release their latest flagship mobile processor, built on TSMC’s 10nm process. The chip, named Helio X30, is a 10 core processor, 3 cluster CPU which consist of two Cortex-A73 core at 2.8 GHz, four Cortex-A53 core at 2.3 GHz and four Cortex-A35 at 2.0 GHz. The new cluster setup is said to have up to 43% better performance and up to 53% lower power consumption compared to its predecessor, the Helio X20.

The Helio X30 will be packing the latest PowerVR Series7XT quad-core GPU and will support up to 8GB of LPDDR4X RAM and the UFS 2.1 storage standard. The Helio X30 will support 4K video recording at 30 fps, and also hardware accelerated H.265, H.264 and VP9 encoding/decoding. On the networking side, it will come with Cat 10 LTE capability, with a maximum 450 Mbps download and 100 Mbps upload rates, and of course, dual-band 802.11ac wireless.

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The Helio X30 is expected to enter mass production at the end of this year. This new chip is also said is to be on par with the Qualcomm flagship processor the Snapdragon 821, but we will wait till we see the actual results before commenting.

Pokdepinion: MediaTek flagship processors are commonly seen in China flagship smartphones but are rarely seen in devices by renowned brands. However the MediaTek Helio X10 did feature in the HTC One M9 Plus, although that device panned in most markets. It still remains to be seen how good is the Helio X30, the first 10nm mobile processor, against the competition.
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Kingston Releases New NV1 NVMe PCIe SSD

Kingston has just announced the new entry-level NV1 NVMe PCIe SSD. It features efficient performance in a single-sided M.2 design which Kingston says makes the NV1 the ideal entry-level drive for first-time NVMe users with laptops and small form factor PCs.
Kingston’s new NV1 NVMe PCIe SSD perfect for first-timers

The NV1 NVMe PCIe SSD features read/write speeds up to 2,100/1,700MB/s, respectively with capacities of up to 2TB. The NV1 consumes less power, produces less heat, and loads data faster, making it suitable for users who value responsiveness and ultra-fast data access but have limited device space. The NV1 is available in capacities of 500GB, 1TB, and 2TB and comes with a three-year limited warranty, free tech support, and legendary Kingston reliability.

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The pricing of the new NV1 NVMe PCIe SSDs are as follows:

500GB (Part Number: SNVS/500G) retails for RM269
1TB (Part Number: SNVS/1000G) retails for RM489
2TB (Part Number: SNVS/2000G) retails for RM939

That’s not all as Kingston will be holding a special 2021 Summer Sale that will start from 6 May to 18 June. During the sale, customers will receive a refillable sanitiser spray plus the Kingston x CSD facemask (1pc) with any purchase of 480GB and above SSD (including NV1 and KC600 mSATA). For more info, do check out Kingston’s official Facebook page right here.
Pokdepinion: Kingston’s new NV1 NVMe PCIe SSD looks pretty interesting IMHO. It’s got a good price and pretty great specs. Hopefully, it’ll be easy to find when it releases because times are pretty crazy right now and people are just snatching things up left and right.
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You Can Now Pay For Your Fuel At PETRONAS Stations With The Setel App — Available For Klang Valley Stations

First launched back in July 2018, Setel was introduced in being Malaysia’s first mobile app for fuel payment that brings convenience, accessibility, and features to road users. The app is now available at all PETRONAS stations in the Klang Valley region.
In addition to the announcement, they’ve also introduce their Refer A Friend feature, which encourages users to introduce the app to their friends and families.
Every time a user’s unique referral code is used to register a new user and the new user transacts a minimum RM30 worth of fuel through the app, the referrer will earn credits for fuel. First time reward will be RM5, which is followed by RM6 for the second time and RM7 for the further referrals. Additionally, the referred user will also get RM5.

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The Setel app is available to download for free on both iOS and Android devices through the Apple App Store and Google Play Store respectively.
Pokdepinion: Just remember to not play with your phone too much while you’re at a fuel station..
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Meet The New ECOVACS DEEBOT OZMO T8 Lineup Of Smart Home Cleaners

The folks at ECOVACS ROBOTICS has recently unveiled their new flagship series, the DEEBOT OZMO T8 Family, their latest series fo high-end intelligent floor cleaning robots.
ECOVACS ROBOTICS DEEBOT OZMO T8

The new DEEBOT OZMO T8 series comes with optimized AI and TrueDetect 3D technology for enhanced obstacle identification and avoidance.
One of the new cleaner is the DEEBOT OZMO T8 AIVI, which features the company’s AIVI (Artificial Intelligence and Visual Interpretation) Technology. With it, it can automatically recognize objects such as shoes, charging docks, cables, clothes, and socks to avoid obstacles and reduce the risk of getting stuck by 60% when compared to earlier models, at least that’s what they claim.

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The T8 AIVI offers simultaneous 2-in-1 vacuuming and mopping functionality, where it is said to be able to remove up to 99.26% of bacteria. It will also automatically avoid carpets when mopping, thanks to its advanced carpet detection.
Other than that, it features on-demand Video Manager that allows you to observe your home, monitor your pets, children or anything in your house through the ECOVACS Home App.

Also coming with TrueDetect 3D technology, the DEEBOT OZMO T8 can identify obstacles and even height of steps to prevent the robot from dropping down the stairs.
The DEEBOT OZMO T8 family has also Multi-floor Mapping technology that can scan and store multiple maps of different levels of a user’s home. This will allow the robot to customize its cleaning process for each level once it identifies the appropriate map.
Aside from that, the Virtual Boundary function will provide recommendations for virtual walls around areas where it may easily become stuck. You’d need to click for confirmation on the ECOVACS Home App to accept the recommendations.
Coming with a 5200mAh battery, the DEEBOT OZMO T8 family can work for three hours and clean areas up to 300 sqm.

As part of their launch of the series, two power-up kits, the OZMO Pro Oscillating Mopping System and Auto-Empty Station will soon be introduced. Both are compatible with the DEEBOT OZMO T8 AIVI and DEEBOT OZMO T8. Users of the T8 AIVI will have the OZMO Pro Oscillating Mopping System included while the DEEBOT OZMO T8+ will be included with the Auto-Empty Station.
The prices? Well you can get the DEEBOT OZMO T8 AIVI now for the price of RM2,299 while the DEEBOT OZMO T8 and OZMO T8+ will arrive at the end of August for the price of RM1,999 and RM2,699 respectively. All three of them can be purchased through the ECOVACS official store on Shopee or Lazada.
Pokdepinion: If you’re looking for something to do the cleaning in the house for you, well you can definitely have a look at them. It’d be cool though to have one at the house..
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GLOO to offer Microsoft Office ESD starting 30th June 2019

If you have set up a build, you would probably understand the importance of getting legit licenses online. Nobody wants to stop their build and go out to get a physical copy of software license. Or when you just forgot to renew your subscription and need to use the software. To solve that pain point, GLOO is now offering Microsoft Office eLicenses for you to get your Microsoft Office license on their online store.
Microsoft Electronic Software Delivery (ESD) is a new customer experience for everyone. It allows you to get Microsoft Office products without having to get the retail box, allowing you to save time as you can get your license key anywhere and anytime you have an internet connection. It’s definitely a much added convenience, especially if you aren’t near any brick and mortar store selling the Microsoft licenses.
You no longer have to worry about not being able to get your licenses in the middle of the night, as the keys are offered 24/7 with a fully digital delivery. With Microsoft Office ESD, the keys will be available for immediate use after you receive them. In addition to that, you are assured that you will be getting an original license with GLOO’s 100% genuine product guarantee.

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Microsoft Office ESD delivers a shopping experience that’s as simple as can get, with a seamless shopping on GLOO’s intuitive online store. If you decide to get your eLicense from a physical store, you can also get it from GLOO, iTworld, HUAWEI Experience Store, Xiaomi Store and the HP Concept Store AEON Cheras Selatan.
For a full list of SNS Network’s physical stores, you can check out this link.
Pokdepinion: That does seem like a pretty convenient way to get license or renewals. Maybe this will boost the use of genuine software?
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Delidding A Ryzen 7000 CPU Is Surprisingly Easy, As This YouTuber Shows

No specialized tools required.
Image: Tassi Haem (YouTube)
Now, first things first: delidding your CPU voids the warranty, so only do it if you know what you’re doing. Still, that has never stopped enthusiasts from taking a shot at it, in the pursuit of better thermals. Most CPU delidding process will require a specialized tool that “squeezes” out the lid from the chip itself, but what if you don’t have those stuffs but happen to have some dental floss and an electric iron?

That’s what the South Korean YouTuber “Tassi Haem” did on their Ryzen 7 7700X, in the Shorts clip above. The octopus leg design of the Ryzen’s IHS (integrated heat spreader) has allowed tiny wires like dental floss to go under it, which you can slowly but firmly pull the string towards yourself to slice through the glue. You’ll have to perform this on all eight sides of the IHS, so patience is essential.

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Image: Tassi Haem (YouTube)
Once this step is one, that’s where electric iron comes in. Apply thermal paste to the CPU and attach that side to the heating part of the iron, and heat it for 30 seconds. Use something to grab the CPU off from the hot surface, and voila! The IHS lid is removed. It’s pretty surprising to see modern CPUs having its IHS removed using just some fairly common household items, but once again – don’t try this, unless you know the risks involved.
Source: Tom’s Hardware
Pokdepinion: Compared to how risky removing IHS on other CPUs can get – this one is pretty easy to do even for first-timers.
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Apple 5G modems are being made at TSMC for 2023 iPhones

The 2023 iPhones will quite possibly feature Apple 5G modems, which is probably helped along by Apple’s acquisition of Intel’s modem business back in 2019. According to reports, TSMC will be making the Apple 5G modems, but I guess that’s not all that surprising. However what might be more surprising is that Apple is not going to go with an integrated modem for what should be the Apple A17 that’s going to power the 2023 iPhone.
Apple 5G modems to be made on TSMC 4nm as a separate chip?
The decision to go with a separate chip might be due to the fact that Apple is apparently not going to fully rely on their own modems. Instead, they will still continue using Qualcomm’s modems for a bit before making the full transition. Qualcomm is expecting to supply just 20% of Apple’s modems in in 2023, with Apple’s in-house 5G modem making up for the rest.
Integrated modems are usually more efficient, so the reason why Apple is going with a separate chip is probably because they have plans to use Qualcomm’s modems where their own 5G modem is not viable. Hopefully by 2024, iPhones will feature integrated modems for better efficiency.

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Apple is reportedly already trialing production of their own 5G modem on TSMC’s current 5nm process, although they might be using 4nm for mass production. By 2023, 4nm will no longer be cutting edge, with Apple slated to use TSMC’s 3nm node for the next-gen A-series processor that will power the 2023 iPhones.
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Pokdepinion: After replacing Intel CPUs with their Apple M-series chips, now they are moving to replace Qualcomm modems in their supply chain… I think Apple really has to look into creating their own foundry, just be safe.
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Brand-New LG DualUp Monitor Ergo Elevates Productivity and Creativity

LG Electronics (LG) recently introduced the LG DualUp Monitor Ergo, a new premium monitor designed to fulfil the demands of professional users and creatives in Malaysia.
The DualUp Panel Ergo is a multitasking monitor perfect for a variety of jobs such as content production and coding. It has a Nano IPS display with a revolutionary Square Double QHD (2,560 x 2,880) resolution monitor. It boasts the same screen space as two 21.5-inch monitors stacked without bezels and a vertical split view mode that allows users to see more in a single glance.

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The monitor boosts productivity and convenience by elevating user comfort with the adjustable LG Ergo stand, which saves space while securely clamping to most workstations and tables. The monitor’s double-height screen prevents side-to-side head motions, which are the leading cause of neck strain.
The Ergo Stand has improved on the previous stand by adding tilting, swivelling, and removing functions. It can swivel up to 335°, which is more than the previous ergo stand’s 280°.

The USB Type-C connectivity allows for a single cable connection to displays and mobile devices, as well as 7Wx2ch stereo speakers with WavesMaxxAudio, which produce realistic sound effects and strong music. This allows you to make use of the extra work space and organise other gadgets and stuff.
Additionally, numerous devices may be connected at the same time using the multiport for HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB 3.0. Ambient LightSensor adjusts the brightness of the screen based on its surroundings, and Live Color Low Blue Light decreases just blue light, reducing eye strain even during long work hours. The Picture-by-Picture capability allows designers to easily segregate regions required for their work.
The new LG DualUp Monitor Ergo is currently available in Malaysia for RM2,948 at the retail price.
For additional information or to purchase the LG DualUp Monitor Ergo, feel free to visit LG Malaysia’s official website or their official Shopee and Lazada page.
Pokdepinion: Great monitor for people who want a cleaner setup instead of having multiple monitors (like me). Imagine having 2 of these instead of 4 monitors. So much space saved!
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Tower of Fantasy: Will This Be The Genshin Killer?

Level Infinite and Hotta Studio, the publishers and developers of the open-world adventure Tower of Fantasy, unveiled a new character teaser recently that highlights the bright and diverse characters who will be included in the game when it launches in Malaysia later this year.

Tower of Fantasy is an open-world RPG with a vivid, anime-inspired design aesthetic that takes place in a sci-fi environment. The new teaser highlights each playable character’s individual weaponry and move sets, inventive mounts, and stunning character designs as they traverse across the world of Aida.

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The game features an open environment where players can travel across a large alien world filled with stunning open landscapes and intimidating futuristic architecture. Furthermore, as you uncover the character’s interesting backstories, you can wield distinctive weapons which give varied gameplay approaches.
(screenshot from Steparu: Tower of Fantasy Character Customization PC 2K HD)
One of its special features that separate this game from Genshin Impact is the ability to customize your main character to your own liking. You are able to design your character in detail from the shading of their hair to their height and to the clothes they wear.
Tower of Fantasy also allows you to gather your online friends and go on new adventures in the shared open world where you will be able to fight against adversaries of all kinds and sizes while switching weapons and gameplay styles on the fly to develop your own unique fighting style.
If you want more, here are some more details about the characters from the trailer:

Shiro has been traveling alone and investigating the ocean distribution for several years and contributes considerably to humankind’s comprehension of Aida. She is known as a “lone-wolf ocean obsessive” who is enthusiastic about studying the ocean and its aspects.

Meryl is a senior Hykros executor who succeeds in S-level tasks with her sword and combat abilities. She has a calm demeanour and it’s difficult to tell what’s actually on her mind.

Samir is well-liked among the elite executors as a Hykros executor who acts autonomously and enjoys playing harmless jokes on others.

King is fully motivated by money and is used to settling conflicts and achieving what he wants via violence. His arrogant approach and extravagant clothing are major signs of his character.

Crow‘s upbeat and joyful personality ensures that no pleasant things escape his grasp. He can do captivating dagger skills, show off his prized dagger collection, or crack a dumb joke at any time.

A computer prodigy who has purposefully and efficiently erased all records of his true identity and background, Zero is intelligent, competitive, and dismisses whatever he perceives as meaningless to him.

Cocoritter‘s unwavering faith in everyone she encounters may be unsettling but her ambition to help more people with her healing abilities coexists with her naivety.

Shirli is altered into the Angel of Clemency known as Nemesis after being modified by the Heirs of Aida. She is normally quiet and shy, but when she is under the Heirs’ mental control, she transforms into a brutal killing machine.

In this edition of the game, they have collaborated with Japanese artist milet to develop a new theme song, titled Clan, for the worldwide version, which will be released shortly.
Tower of Fantasy is scheduled for release in the third quarter of 2022 and those interested in playing the game can pre-register on their official website, Steam, Epic Game Store, App Store, and Google Play.
For more information, feel free to visit Tower of Fantasy’s official Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Youtube, and Discord.
Pokdepinion: Been following this game since Beta and not gonna lie, I am intrigued. Pretty excited for the game to be fully released so I can try it out for myself. They did fixed some gameplay and systems that many wished for in Genshin, such as the ability to travel on mounts while exploring, being able to fight bosses with pubs or your friends, and the versatility to switch weapons at any given time. I do hope the gacha system isn’t as punishing as Genshin and I get to enjoy the game as free-to-play.
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Will MSI be making a gaming phone? We interview MSI Malaysia’s General Manager to find out!

With gaming phones being the new trend in the gaming industry, we took the opportunity to ask Henry Chung, General Manager at MSI Malaysia about his thoughts about them. Among other questions, of course. You can watch the full interview here:

So when asked about the growing smartphone gaming market and how MSI Malaysia intends to take advantage of it, Henry Chung answered very calmly with the following:
Mobile gaming and PC gaming, I would say mutually benefit each other. Mobile gamers, when they cannot be satisfied with these small screens, someday they might change to PC gaming on the big screen. That could be happening.
Also, our PC gamers, maybe they want to play the game everywhere; when they travel, when they’re doing their office work. So I think this is a good thing for the overall gaming industry because when everybody’s talking about gaming, everybody has the same topic. I think this will give us more communities and more strength in this industry.
I believe it’s safe to say that MSI Malaysia will continue banking on their gaming PCs as their bread and butter. Can’t say I don’t respect that focus! Another question we asked about recent trends is the increasing popularity of content creation. Henry Chung believes that the future is 5G. He believes MSI will be harnessing 5G networks not only to enable faster downloads for gamers, as well as for VR and AI applications in the future.

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In addition to that, we also quizzed him on how he thinks MSI is perceived by Malaysian end users, as well as how he maintains the fine balance between product quality and pricing. He told us that MSI is already well-known as a gaming brand, and the latest innovations is their main focus. But he also admits that MSI’s products are priced on the premium end, but that’s because MSI holds no quarter when it comes to delivering the latest technology. However there are plans to bring in more affordable options like the MSI GF series which offer the latest hardware for a more palatable price.
Last but not least, we asked him about his experience working with Taiwan Excellence. He shared:
I remember when we first worked with TAITRA, I was the contact window. I remember it was 2 or 3 years ago and TAITRA has been supportive of Taiwanese brands in Malaysia. We are very thankful to them. They have helped us a lot to explore this market and to be more exposed in front of all Malaysians.
For the past few years, we have benefited from them a lot. So we are quite happy to have worked with TAITRA. If they support MSI, no doubt we will fully support them.
Just come and take a look at the Taiwan Excellence Esports Cup 2019. You won’t regret it!
Stay tuned as we will be sharing our interview sessions with local representatives for ASUS and GIGABYTE soon! You can check out our earlier interview session with Acer here.
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The HTC U20 5G is the most unremarkable device HTC has ever made

When I saw the news that HTC was going to unveil a new 5G smartphone, a small part of me was excited. Will HTC once again blow our minds like they did with their earlier flagships? Going with an all-metal body instead of the fragile glass-metal hybrids everywhere? Well, all they did was release the HTC U20 5G, which is the most generic looking device I have ever seen from the Taiwanese smartphone maker.
The HTC U20 5G has nothing in common with their earlier flagships aside from the HTC U moniker. I am not even sure if this is HTC’s flagship, but I think you can call it one because it is the highest end HTC device till date. The entire device looks like a generic Chinese smartphone and you could easily rebrand the device as one from any of the myriad of Chinese smartphone brands and I wouldn’t even blink.

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You get a 6.8″ FHD+ display up front, with a huge chin unbecoming of a premium device in its price range. Meanwhile over on the back of the HTC U20 5G, you get a matte finish and four cameras. The camera setup is a far cry from HTC’s cutting edge camera implementations, as they have now reverted to a basic mid-range camera configuration consisting of a 48MP f/1.8 camera mated to a 8MP ultra-wide angle shooter, a 2MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. Well, at least the macro camera has autofocus.

Under the hood, you get rather decent specifications, with a Snapdragon 765G, 8GB RAM and 256GB of storage. There’s 5G support, which is probably the highlight of the smartphone anyway. To keep the lights on there’s a 5000 mAh battery with support for QuickCharge 4.0.
HTC U20 5G Specs

Snapdragon 765G, octa-core up to 2.4 GHz, 7nm
8GB RAM
256GB storage (support for microSD cards)
6.8″ FHD+ display, punch hole cutout
48MP f/1.8 + 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide + 2MP f/2.4 macro + 2MP f/2.4 depth sensor
32MP f/2.0 selfie camera
5000 mAh battery, QC 4.0 18W charging
18 990 TWD (~RM2733)

It surely isn’t cheap at 18990 TWD (~RM2733). The HTC U20 5G is available in Green and White, which doesn’t exactly help it shake its generic design. Oh well, at least green isn’t all that common a color for a smartphone. I sure hope HTC has a U20 Pro 5G up its sleeve with a more appropriate design for a device carrying the HTC brand name. But then again, with such a price tag on the HTC U20 5G, I doubt the HTC U20 Pro 5G will even make sense anymore.
Pokdepinion: I guess the talent at HTC has all left to greener pastures.
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LIAN LI’s Concept Case Features GPU In The Front And Radiator On The Right

Computex 2023 has officially kicked off – and LIAN LI has brought a few PC hardware for their showcase this time around. Aside from the new model under the critically-acclaimed O11D series, there’s also new cooling products, a motorized table, as well as the star of the show – the SUP 01 Concept Case.
While vertical GPU mounts isn’t exactly new on PC cases (such as NZXT H1), the layout of the SUP 01 is still somewhat unconventional. The case size is unlike NZXT H1’s SFF-based designs and instead feature a more standard-looking ATX tower form factor on the outside.

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However, on the inside it features three separate chambers: the first is the narrowed motherboard chamber (though they didn’t specify the maximum motherboard size allowed), and in the front is a GPU chamber (connected through PCIe 4.0 riser cable) that sits vertically and takes in the freshest air available. On the right side sits fans or radiators, and all three sides are visible through tempered glass with a small RGB LED strip running through the front and left side of the case right on top of the PSU shroud.

Aside from SUP 01, LIAN LI has also unveiled three new O11D series models. The O11D EVO XL is designed for large EATX motherboards with high level of case modularity, including reverse installation, various GPU and I/O installation points and a height-adjustable motherboard tray to accommodate various AIO radiators. Meanwhile, the O11D VISION in collaboration with PCMR (pictured above) features a three-sided glass panel to provide unobstructed view on the internals; and the updated O11D EVO RGB now provides support for optional LANCOOL 216 160mm fans as well as updated cable management channels.
The cooling lineup also receives updated hardware. The GALAHAD II TRINITY series features a trio of models (standard, SL INF and PERFORMANCE) which comes with three swappable caps on the CPU block and 45° rotary fittings at the radiator for easy installation. Both standard and SL INF comes with 240mm and 360mm versions while the PERFORMANCE model is exclusively a 360mm model. This lineup is expected to launch in late June this year.

Meanwhile, the GALAHAD II LCD (pictured above) features a 2.88-inch 480 x 480 LCD display on the CPU pump – this AIO, which comes in 280mm or 260mm versions will utilize its display as a video player, screen capture and split screen with 2GB of flash memory onboard which the company claims allows MP4 uploading of three minutes. The second-generation UNI FAN series, aside from a new housing and blade design also gets a new LCD model which is a first in PC market, as claimed. Finally, there’s the DK-07F motorized desk that features integrated PC case with single monitor arm support.
Pokdepinion: I imagine to install the GPU in SUP 01 the way it’s intended it’s probably twisting the PCIe riser cable 90° sideways? Would be interesting to look at the full build.
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The COVID-19 pandemic has put a lot of strain in plenty of companies, especially small to medium businesses (SMBs). Now, there is one potential solution that companies can take, as there is a Facebook small business grant that Malaysian companies can apply for.
Facebook Small Business Grant Programme Aims to Help Out Malaysian Businesses

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The Facebook small business grant programme offers RM3.2 million for over 300 eligible small businesses in Malaysia. It is part of the company’s initiative to offer financial support to companies that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
In order to be eligible for Facebook small grant programme, the company must have:

between 2 and 50 employees
operating for at least a year
have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic
submit SSM (Suruhanjaya Syarikat Malaysia) Profile document to Facebook
business location must be in close proximity with where Facebook Malaysia operates

Companies who are qualified can submit applications from now until 12th October 2020. The grant will consist of RM5,900 cash and RM3,500 optional advertising credits, which totals up to RM9,400. As there is only a few days left, best to hurry up before it’s too late. You can register by clicking right here.
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Pokdepinion: Anything that can help local businesses will be a big boon to the community.
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ROG Phone 3 Spotted Out In The Wild! Price Is Pretty Reasonable

ROG Phone 3 is out now!

ROG Phone 3, ASUS’ newest gaming phone has been out merely a week and it’s already being sold online. Spotted on Shopee and sold by seller aztechmy, it has a price range of RM2,879.00 to RM5,579.00. Whether or not the price closely indicates the actual local price for the ROG Phone 3 remains to be seen. I guess we’ll have to wait and see when ASUS actually launches the phone here.
It also looks to be offered in four different configurations: 12GB+128GB, 12GB+256GB, 12GB+512GB and 16GB+512GB. Free gifts are also offered in the form of a phone case, tempered glass screen protector as well as an adapter. According to the listing’s product description, the seller is a local seller who ships locally and never from overseas. They even advised their customers that they can drop by their store in Selayang if there are any issues with the product.

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The ROG Phone 3 features a ridiculously powerful spec sheet including a Snapdragon 865+ SoC, up to 16GB of RAM, up to 512GB internal memory and a beefy 6,000mAh battery with 30W fast charging. It also features a display with a 144Hz refresh rate, the highest refresh rate we’ve seen on a smartphone. Also, it was recently discovered that the phone has a hidden 160Hz refresh rate mode so if you want to take a look at how to do that then take a look here.
You can also check out what we think of ASUS’ new gaming behemoth in our review right here.
Pokdepinion: While I can definitely see a lot of people jumping in on this, I would definitely advise people to just wait it out a bit. At least until the ROG Phone 3 officially releases here. It’s a lot safer to buy local devices.
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iQOO Z7 Series Launched In Malaysia To Take On Midrange Segment

vivo’s independent sub-brand is aiming for Gen Z consumers with the latest lineup.

iQOO, the sub-brand owned by Vivo, officially launched two new models under the Z7 series lineup. “We at iQOO understand the evolving needs of the younger generation and are committed to providing them with the right technology that caters to their preferences. With the launch of our iQOO Z7 Series smartphones, we aim to capture the attention of young consumers in Malaysia and offer them the ideal experience that keeps them connected and entertained on-the-go. The iQOO Z7 Series smartphones are a testament to our commitment to performance and innovation,” said Jeremy Lin, GM of iQOO Malaysia.

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The new iQOO Z7 comes with the new 6nm Qualcomm Snapdragon 782G which brings 10% and 13% uplift in CPU and GPU performance over the preceding Snapdragon 778G, respectively; iQOO Z7x meanwhile is powered by Snapdragon 695 5G. Storage configuration for Z7 tops out at 12GB+256GB, while the cheaper Z7x comes with 8GB RAM by default. The 120W FlashCharge will top up the Z7 from 1% to 50% in just 9 minutes, meanwhile Z7x will get a more “pedestrian” 80W FlashCharge which fills up the 6,000mAh cell. The company didn’t add much details on the camera department aside from using a main 64MP OIS sensor (50MP for the Z7x).

As for the pricing – the iQOO Z7 is now available nationwide with RRP of RM1,499 for the 12GB+256GB variant, RM1,299 for 8GB+256GB; meanwhile iQOO Z7x is priced at RM1,099 and RM999 for 8+256GB and 8+128GB respectively.
Pokdepinion: Lots of value to be had here with the hardware and pricing on offer.
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[E3 2019] Zombie Army 4: Dead War Officially Announced

At the PC Gaming Show at E3 2019 today, Rebellion Developments unveiled two games for us gamers to look forward to. This one is Zombie Army 4, Dead War, a successor to the popular Sniper Elite spin-off, Zombie Army Trilogy.
On PC, Zombie Army 4: Dead War will be an Epic Games Store exclusive for one year after launch. It is one of several new Epic Games Store exclusives to be unveiled at this year’s PC Gaming Show. While the game is playable offline, it supports drop-in co-op for up to four players online. Even though its reveal trailer is purely cinematic, it does give us a better idea of what we can expect to see as does the plot summary.
Zombie Army 4: Dead War is set in 1946 and sees a band of heroes fighting against the Hitler’s army of Plan Z zombies when they reemerge despite the events of Zombie Army Trilogy. The game will see several levels based on locations in Italy, with a Venice level specifically being highlighted.

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The developers also confirmed that there will be a ton of skills, attacks, cosmetic items, and emotes for players to customize themselves with. Zombie Army 4: Dead War will also stand out from the typical Sniper Elite title when it comes to gameplay as it features special supernatural abilities like lightning strikes that players can use. And of course, Rebellion’s famous X-Ray feature will also be present in the game.
Zombie Army 4: Dead War will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Epic Games Store in Early 2020. It will be coming to Steam much later in Early 2021.
Pokdepinion: This one I’m kinda on the fence with. I mean, there’s a chance it would be a solid game but it doesn’t attract me as much as other games around.
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ECOVACS ROBOTICS’ Home Robots Set For Malaysia – Introducing The DEEBOT Series!

ECOVACS ROBOTICS are introducing their DEEBOT R98, DEEBOT R95, and DEEBOT M88 to the Malaysian market. They are bots that can clean your house without hassle nor supervision.
DEEBOT Series Robots
Not only does the bots vacuum, they also can do mopping as well. With the DEEBOT R98, it comes with a cordless detachable hand-held vacuum. It is also is capable of emptying its dust bin automatically.
DEEBOT R98
Especially for pet owners, now you have no worries for your floor having to be overwhelmed with pet hair. The DEEBOT R95 and M88 comes with an interchangeable suction feature to solve those issues without tangling, even on carpets.

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DEEBOT M88
Both the R98 and R95 features Smart Navi technology that showcases a propriety laser distance sensor (LDS) for efficient cleaning. This allows the robots to scan and create an accurate map of the home environment. This means the cleaning pathway is customized and adapts accordingly to one’s home.
DEEBOT R95
You can utilize their ECOVACS smartphone app, where you can control your robots whether you are at home or out and about. You can also schedule the robots to clean. The app also allows you to set a virtual boundary so that the R98 and R95 stay away from bedrooms so as to avoid disturbing someone’s sleep.
All three of the bot models will launch on the 16 October 2017. Prices are different for each bots. The DEEBOT R98 retails at RM3799, the R95 meanwhile retails at RM2999 and last but not least the M88 is priced at RM1899.
If you want to find out more on the home cleaning robots, click here to visit their website.
Pokdepinion: I like the fact that you can set a boundary for the bots using the app, vacuums are sure loud. Disturbing people’s sleep is a big no no.
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PS4 Exclusive Spider-Man To Have 20 Hours of Content? It Depends on You

One of the most highly anticipated games of 2018, Marvel’s Spider-Man, is said to have about 20 hours worth of content. But wait, there’s more.
PS4 Exclusive Spider-Man To Have 20 Hours of Content?

Not too long ago, we got a chance to try out the PS4 exclusive title, Marvel’s Spider-Man, in a secret preview event which we covered right here. Of course, what we tried out ourselves is simply one-tenth of the actual game but it gave us a good idea of what to expect. But one might wonder how long will take to beat the game, generally speaking?

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Well, the short answer is about 20 hours.

our average play tester took around 20 hours on default difficulty, but some spent a lot longer if they did a ton of side quests/activities
— James Stevenson (@JamesStevenson) August 26, 2018

The long answer is that Insomniac Games’ Community Director James Stevenson tweeted out answers with regards to the upcoming Spider-Man game. He mentions that their play testers took, on average, 20 hours to complete the game.
While that may seem a bit short for some of you, keep in mind that it could be much longer if you’re not speeding through the main story. It is an open world game after all, and James even noted that it would take a lot longer if you take on the side quests and activities in the game.

Keep in mind, there is still a chance there might be a DLC of some kind coming to the game in the future, which may extend playtime even further. However, nothing is confirmed yet on that end at the moment.

will try to have an answer on that soon, but 45 GB minimum, probably a bit more + patch and stuff
— James Stevenson (@JamesStevenson) August 26, 2018

On a side note, James also mentioned that the download size for Spider-Man will be close to 50GBs. To be precise, he mention “45GBs minimum, probably a bit more + patch and stuff.”
Marvel’s Spider-Man will be coming exclusively to the PlayStation 4 on 7th September 2018.
Pokdepinion: Well, I was sold on the game the moment I got to try it myself so I’m really looking forward to the game’s release. It’s just around the corner anyway.
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Returnal System Requirements for PC Revealed

With the game now confirmed for PC, we have the Returnal system requirements right here. See if your system can handle the game or not.
Returnal System Requirements

As you might have learned recently, Returnal has been confirmed to be coming to PC. However, many of you might be worried that your PC might not be able to run it. Sure, it’s capable of running on the PS4 but you can’t exactly have a PC with the same specifications as the console and expect it to run the same. Usually, we’d need something at least a little stronger.

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Without further ado, here are the Returnal system requirements for PC, as given by official Steam page for the game:

Minimum
Recommended

CPU
Intel Core i5-6400
AMD Ryzen 5 1500X
Intel Core i7-8700
AMD Ryzen 7 2700X

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (6GB)
AMD Radeon RX 580
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER
AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT

RAM
16GB
32GB

Storage
60GB free space
60GB free space

OS
Windows 10 64-bit (version 1903)
Windows 10 64-bit (version 1903)

Additional Notes
SSD Recommended
SSD Recommended

While no specific release date has been mentioned, Returnal is expected to launch on PC sometime in early 2023.
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Pokdepinion: This has been one of the more enjoyable games I’ve played on the PS4, and I’ve always thought how it could be better on PC, especially with an ultrawide display.
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HONOR 9A With Big 5000mAh Battery Launched At RM549

HONOR Malaysia has just unveiled the pricing for their new latest smartphone, the HONOR 9A which is priced at RM549 here in the country.
HONOR 9A Malaysia launch
HONOR 9A
The HONOR 9A which comes with a huge 5000mAh battery is powered up by a Helio P22 chipset under the hood. Over at the back, it comes with a triple camera setup, offering a 13MP primary camera, a 5MP ultra-wide lens, as well as a 2MP depth sensor.
Its 6.3-inch dew-drop display houses its 8MP camera for your selfies. Other than that, it packs 3GB RAM that’s mated with 64GB of internal storage. There’s support for up to 512GB through microSD and there’s also support for NFC, should that be what you’re looking for. A 3.5mm headphone support is also available.

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The HONOR 9A will be officially be available on hihonor, as well as their official store on both Shopee and Lazada starting from the 26th of June 2020. Pre-orders starts on the date itself until the 5th of July, where in this period you can get freebies worth up to RM218 in the form of an HONOR backpack, water bottle, as well as 15GB on HUAWEI Cloud. Purchases made in physical store will get you a water bottle and the 15GB on HUAWEI Cloud instead.
HONOR updates
In addition to the phone launch, they’ve also revealed the newest updates to the HONOR MagicWatch 2 and MagicWatch 2, where they’ve introduced 85 new customized workout modes on the watch as well as a new Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling to the latter.
HONOR Choice wireless earbuds
To top it all off, they’ve also introduced the new HONOR Choice wireless earbuds where they come with 24 hours of continuous audio playback. It features 7mm composite diaphragm speaker to deliver sound quality and effectively reduce noise from surroundings. We will need to stay tuned for the release here in Malaysia to know about its official Malaysian price.
We are in the midst of reviewing the HONOR 9A smartphone, so do stay tuned for our full thoughts on the entry-level device.
Pokdepinion: Hmm, that’s affordable.. tune in to our website for the full review soon!
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Acer Predator Helios 300 Gaming Laptop Review – It Has Great Potential

Our in-depth review of the gaming laptop under the Predator moniker, the Acer Predator Helios 300, powered by the Intel Core i5 and GeForce GTX 1060.
Acer Predator Helios 300 Gaming Laptop Review

Are you looking for a brand new gaming laptop to call your own? Are you under a particular budget and not looking to spend too much on it? Perhaps the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop would be what you’re looking for.

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We did a bunch of tests to see whether this laptop is as good as it looks. Without further ado, let’s dive right into it.
Unboxing the Acer Predator Helios 300

We actually made an unboxing post earlier on the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop. In case you missed it, you can check out the video right above here or click right here to get up to speed.
Appearance

Right off the bat, the first thing you’re definitely going to notice with the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop is how much the design screams “gamer”. The aggressive look combined with a somewhat angular design, the Predator logo on the center of the hood, as well as the black chassis and red trims, it’s hard to find anything else that personifies gaming as much as this one does.

There’s a good amount of ports on the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop. On the left side, you have the Kensington lock, an RJ45 LAN port, a USB-C port, a HDMI port, a USB-A port, and a full-sized SD card reader. It’s worth noting that the USB-C port here is not a Thunderbolt port. On the right side, you have the proprietary charging port, a couple of USB-A ports, and the combo audio jack.

Upon lifting up the hood, you’ll be greeted with a full-sized red-backlit chiclet keyboard (with WASD outlined in red), a trackpad, and 15.6-inch Full HD IPS display. There are no narrow bezels here so as a person who has been seeing that a lot lately, this does make the laptop feel rather big but it’s not a bad thing. The display is still wonderful to look at.
On the bottom of the laptop, there are two small openings on the left and right, which is where the speakers are situated. There’s also plenty of slits which is for ventilation / air intake. While there are small rubber stands which help give it a bit of a lift, it would be better if you can find something to make it stand a bit further away from the surface to maximize cooling potential.

On the back, you can see what appears to be grills. Well, this is also for ventilation as half of it is right in front of where the AeroBlade 3D fans are located so it’s easier to exhaust most of the hot air out through here. Just put your hand in front of there and you can feel warm air blowing through it.
Overall, I really like the looks of the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop. Some may consider it rather dated but to be fair, if it looks good already, you don’t really have to do much to change it, at least not immediately unless the design itself has a major flaw. It’s the most gamer-looking laptop you could have nowadays.
Alternatively, you can also opt for the same laptop but with a white chassis and gold trims instead, which I feel has a classier feel to it. It’s only a colour change with no differences in overall design so this a matter of taste rather than practicality.
Acer Predator Helios 300 Specifications

CPU
Intel Core i5-8300H (4C / 8T @ up to 4 GHz), 8M Cache, 45W TDP, 14nm

RAM
4GB DDR4 2666 MHz

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB GDDR5

Storage
128GB SK Hynix M.2 SSD + 1TB WD Blue 5400RPM HDD

Display
15.6″ FHD (1920 X 1080) IPS Acer ComfyView Display

Keyboard
Full-size Red-backlit Chiclet Keyboard

Connectivity
Wireless:
Intel Wireless-AC 9560, 802.11ac Wi-Fi
Bluetooth 4.0
I/O:
1 x Type-C USB 3.0
2 x Type-A USB 2.0
1 x RJ45 LAN
1 x HDMI
1 x SD Card Reader

Audio
2 x Stereo Speakers (Bottom)
1 x Combo Audio Jack (Mic + Headphone)

Power
48Wh 4-cell Li-Ion Battery

Dimensions
390 x 266 x 26.75 mm (W x D x H)

Weight
2.7kg

Performance

First up in our benchmark suite is CrystalDiskMark. As we knew from the specs, it uses an M.2 SSD (specifically SK Hynix M.2) as well as a 5400RPM HDD (WD Blue). Simply put, we should expect something like the usual SATA III SSDs and not NVMe SSDs. From the results we got, it works pretty good and will provide you fast boot / loading times. The 5400RPM HDD is kinda slow but that is to be expected.
Simply put, if you keep your installs to the SSD and all your other data on the HDD, it should work pretty good.

On the other hand for Cinebench, it actually performed better than expected. Of course, the OpenGL test managed to show FPS that high because of the GTX 1060 6GB inside of the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop.
It did well for the CPU test compared to other Intel Core i5 laptops we’ve had recently because it’s powered by an i5-8300H CPU. Put it in a fight against a Intel Core i5 from the U-series and of course it’s going to perform better because the latter is meant more for low power / efficiency. It’s also worth noting that it is generally better than the i7-7700HQ.

Lastly, we have Unigine Heaven Benchmark, in which it performed decently in Ultra settings. From this, you can easily tell that it’s easily capable of playing plenty of games out there right now, not just eSports titles. However, you may need to dial down the graphics settings a bit to have a much better gameplay experience.

We ran DotA in its highest setting, and it is capable of running smoothly at 60 FPS and more. However, when there is a huge clash consisting of multiple heroes, you will see some frame drops. It’s not horrible and you will notice it in the form of slight stuttering but still generally playable. I also believe upgrading the RAM to at least 8GBs (preferably 4GB x 2) will allow it to have 60 FPS more consistently
Temperature-wise, it does seem kinda hot for both CPU and GPU. In fact, HWInfo does note that there is thermal throttling, and the temperatures will slowly go down, and then ramp up again after a while. The temptation to open it up and re-apply thermal paste is high.

In CS:GO, it runs even better and is generally buttery smooth throughout. Since the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop is using a 60Hz display, you won’t notice the difference past 60 FPS, but it’s still good to know you can game at pretty high FPS. Temperatures are essentially the same as with DotA 2, so it seems that it runs rather hot.

In Far Cry 5, we tried running it in Ultra and it just wouldn’t load. In fact, the loading screen will just freeze and that’s about it. So we had to dial it down to the 2nd best setting; High. It ran the game rather poorly so if you’re looking to play games of this caliber, you will need to dial down the settings quite a bit. We do believe upgrading the RAM will yield some good improvements, but we doubt it would be a huge difference. High temperatures are to be expected for games like this which is really resource-intensive.
As far as battery life is concerned, it’s not great. Given the specifications, you could probably already see this coming as it’s meant to focus more on performance rather than efficiency. You’ll be looking at 3 to 4 hours of battery life per full charge, which is decent given the firepower it’s packing. Of course, resource-intensive tasks will eat up the battery life even further so experiences may vary.
User Experience

Personally, I believe that the Acer Predator Helios 300 has great potential, especially for consumers who are looking for the best possibly performance under a budget. Problem is, I feel like that potential is being hindered greatly by a lack of RAM. It’s 2018, and a PC with 4GBs of RAM can leave users with an experience that can only be described as excruciating.
Let’s break it down part by part and you’ll see what I mean.

While it is not a Core i7 CPU, the quad-core Intel Core i5-8300H is plenty strong on its own and is better than the older i7-7700HQ. The GTX 1060 6GB has plenty of VRAM for today’s gaming standards and has a great amount of power if you’re solely looking at 60 FPS gaming with decent graphics setting for newer AAA titles. If you’re the kind who goes after 120 FPS and beyond, you will need something more powerful but this one only has a 60Hz display, so you won’t be able to make use of it even if you could.
It even has an SSD, albeit only 128GBs, which should help with loading times quite a bit. The necessary upgrade here is the 4GB DDR4 RAM. Keep in mind that your browser alone could easily eat up the whole 4GBs. There are two RAM slots so you can just buy another 4GB stick if you want, or go for 8GB x 2 for a much better experience / futureproofing thanks to additional memory and utilizing dual channels. I firmly believe that just doing this alone will take this laptop’s power to the next level when it comes to gaming and general use.

If you’re looking at other potential upgrades, getting a higher storage M.2 SSD would be a good choice but as it is, I do believe that it’s actually okay to go. This solely depends on the number of games and programs you need to have in the machine at all times. The 5400RPM HDD is fine on its own so no worries there.

One thing I really like with the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop is that there is a decent amount of ports which allow for more versatility in how you use the machine. Having an RJ45 LAN port, 3 USB-A ports, a USB-C port, a HDMI port, and an SD card reader is plenty for most people.
It’s worth noting that the USB-C port is not a Thunderbolt 3 port, so you can’t use that to hook up to an external GPU but if you’re looking at gaming laptops like this and at this price point, chances are that this would not be of consideration. I also tried charging via the USB-C port, and while my charger worked with the Acer Spin 5, it did not work here.

The keyboard on the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop is actually pretty good. It’s not a mechanical keyboard or anything but it has a good travel distance and is comfortable to use. My typing speed here is near-equivalent to when I’m using my usual full-sized mechanical keyboard (100 WPM+).
The trackpad on the other hand is a bit odd. It has trouble registering clicks at times so I’ll end up having to double-press it. This might just be an issue with this particular unit but it’s still worth highlighting. Either way, you should use a regular mouse when you’re using the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop.

The Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop’s display looks bigger than it actually is. This is most likely because I’m starting to get used to laptops with narrow bezels but I don’t consider this as a negative point. If anything, I would want my gaming laptop to have big screens, or at least feel like it, when I’m using it. Full HD is more than enough and the colours are pretty good but that’s a given since it’s an IPS display. In case of any confusions, this particular variant utilizes a 60Hz display. The one with the 144Hz display is the variant that comes with the Intel Core i7 CPU.

For the software part, the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop does have a few software from Acer themselves. The one you see right above here is the Acer Care Center and Acer Power Button. While the Power Button doesn’t do anything that Windows 10 can’t do by itself, the Care Center is pretty helpful. You can use it to optimize your storage to free up more space, check your storage disks to see if there could be any problems, find software updates, and most importantly help you create recovery images in case anything goes wrong.
We also have something exclusively for Acer Predator machines, the PredatorSense software. You can use it to manually control the fan speed as well as make the machine run faster using 3 separate profiles. It’s generally safe and you can just leave it to do its own thing but novice users might just want a bit more freedom on what they can do with the machine so this is where you need to go to.
As for sound, there’s really nothing to rave about. You can’t feel the bass and it sounds flat overall but then again, it’s built-in speakers in a laptop so I’m not expecting much anyway. For the best audio experience, grab yourself a decent pair of headphones / gaming headsets and you’ll be just fine.
Overall, I actually do like the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop. Looking at the specifications alone seems to indicate that it should be a powerful machine but that is being hindered by the lack of RAM. An upgrade in that area should result in a great overall improvement.
Conclusion

The Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop can be described as great only in looks and potential. It has a very aggressive design that will surely appeal to gamers and it has quite a bit of firepower packing under the hood with the Intel Core i5-8300H and the GTX 1060 6GB. It has a decent amount of ports and its retail price of RM3,999 makes it quite an attractive package.
Unfortunately however, 4GBs of RAM hindered what the laptop could be truly capable of. This can be fixed simply by upgrading it, especially since there are 2 RAM slots in it, but this also means you will need to shell out more money. If it is possible to get a free RAM upgrade to at least 8GBs, even I would have a hard time turning it down.
It also runs rather hot when it comes to gaming, with thermal throttling present according to HWInfo so that may be another cause for concern. It’s not a bad gaming laptop, and it has the potential to be so much more, which is why I am awarding the Acer Predator Helios 300 gaming laptop with our Bronze Pokdeward.

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ASUS VivoBook Pro OLED series and VivoBook 15 OLED now in Malaysia from RM2799

If you are in the market for a laptop with an awesome display, this should be right up your alley. While we have previously seen some horrible screens in the ASUS VivoBook family, this should be vastly different. ASUS is offering OLED displays all the way from the wallet-friendly ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED, all the way up to the premium ASUS VivoBook Pro series.
ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED – from RM2799

Continuing the ASUS VivoBook series’ tradition of maximum bang for buck, the ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED starts from a very affordable RM2799, while ranging up to RM3499. You can choose from the 11th Gen Intel Core i3-1115G4, or the more performant AMD Ryzen 5000U options. The starting specifications of 4GB may raise some eyebrows, but you can upgrade it with normal DDR4 SO-DIMM. On that note of upgradeability, ASUS equipped the ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED with support for both M.2 PCIe SSDs and 2.5″ SATA drives, leaving you an easy upgrade path should you need more storage.

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The key highlight of the ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED lies in its name though: its OLED display. The ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED packs a stunning 15″ NanoEdge FHD OLED panel that can display 100% of the DCI-P3 gamut. This is paired up with Harman Kardon-certified speakers for a great entertainment experience.
ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED Specs and Price in Malaysia

K513E-AL11109TS
M513U-AL1217TS
M513U-AL1259TS

Processor
Intel Core i3-1115G4, 2C/4T @ up to 4.1GHz, 10nm SuperFin
AMD Ryzen 5 5500U, 6C/12T @ up to 4.0GHz, 7nm
AMD Ryzen 7 5700U, 8C/16T @ up to 4.3GHz, 7nm

RAM
4GB DDR4 on-board (upgradeable with 1 x DDR4 SO-DIMM, up to 16GB)
8GB DDR4 on-board (upgradeable with 1 x DDR4 SO-DIMM, up to 16GB)
8GB DDR4 on-board (upgradeable with 1 x DDR4 SO-DIMM, up to 16GB)

Graphics
Intel UHD Graphics, 48EU @ up to 1.25GHz
AMD Radeon Graphics, 7CU @ up to 1.8GHz
AMD Radeon Graphics, 8CU @ up to 1.9GHz

Storage
512GB M.2 PCIe SSD
1 x 2.5″ SATA slot vacant

Connectivity
WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
1 x USB 3.0, Type-C
1 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
1 x microSD card reader

Display
15.6″ FHD OLED display
600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3
HDMI 1.4

Power
42WHrs, 3-cell Li-ion battery
65W power adapter

Dimensions
359.8 x 235.3 x 17.9 mm
359.8 x 235.3 x 18.6 mm
359.8 x 235.3 x 18.6 mm

Weight
1.8kg
1.8kg
1.8kg

Price
RM2799
RM3199
RM3499

Included Accessories
Carry Bag
Backpack
Backpack

ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED – from RM4299

Taking the next step up in performance, there’s the ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED. These laptops are equipped with the latest AMD Ryzen 5000H series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics, promising all the performance you need to blaze through your workloads. Of course, to keep all of that running happily in the sleek sub 20mm frame, you will need some serious cooling. ASUS has thought about this and equipped the laptop with the ASUS IceCool Plus cooling system, featuring two fans and two heatpipes.
The ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED is also designed to be more portable, weighing just 1.65kg despite the powerful hardware under the hood. Similar to the more affordable ASUS VivoBook 15 OLED, you get a FHD OLED panel here as well, along with Harman Kardon-certified audio. Additional features include a webcam shield, enhanced security with a fingerprint sensor integrated into the power button, and a full-sized backlit keyboard for when you need to work in the dark.
ASUS VivoBook Pro 15 OLED Specs and Price in Malaysia

M3500Q-CL1185TS
M3500Q-CL1181TS
M3500Q-CL121TS

Processor
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H, 6C/12T @ up to 4.2GHz, 7nm
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, 8C/16T @ up to 4.4GHz, 7nm
AMD Ryzen 9 5900HX, 8C/16T @ up to 4.6GHz, 7nm

RAM
8GB DDR4 (on-board)
16GB DDR4 (on-board)
16GB DDR4 (on-board)

Graphics
AMD Radeon Graphics, 7CU @ up to 1.8GHz
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6, 35W TGP (50W with Dynamic Boost)
AMD Radeon Graphics, 8CU @ up to 2.0GHz
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6, 35W TGP (50W with Dynamic Boost)
AMD Radeon Graphics, 8CU @ up to 2.1GHz
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6, 35W TGP (50W with Dynamic Boost)

Storage
512GB M.2 PCIe 3.0 SSD

Connectivity
WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
1 x USB 3.0, Type-C
1 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
1 x microSD card reader

Display
15.6″ FHD OLED display
600 nits peak brightness, 100% DCI-P3
HDMI 1.4

Power
63WHr, 3-cell Li-ion

Dimensions
359.8 x 235.3 x 19.9 mm

Weight
1.65kg

Price
RM4299
RM4799
RM5199

Bundled Accessories
Carry Bag
Backpack
 Backpack

ASUS VivoBook Pro 14X OLED – from RM4799

Designed for those who are always on the go, the ASUS VivoBook Pro 14X crams a lot into a lightweight and compact package. The ASUS VivoBook Pro 14X OLED packs a higher resolution 14″ 16:10 2.8K OLED HDR display, that is capable of showing you the full DCI-P3 gamut. It also comes with a long string of certifications, including PANTONE Validation, DisplayHDR True Black 600 certification as well as TUV Rheinland’s low blue-light emissions certification.

Powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core i5-11300H and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics, the laptop has plenty of horsepower on tap. Similar to its larger brethren, the ASUS VivoBook Pro 14X OLED packs the same IceCool Plus cooling system to tame the heat output of its powerful hardware. The ASUS VivoBook Pro 14X OLED also features the unique ASUS DialPad, a virtual ASUS Dial integrated into the touchpad for you to create in the Adobe creative suite more intuitively, as well as other software that will support the virtual dial interface in the future.

As you might understand from its pricing, the ASUS VivoBook Pro 14X OLED is actually the most premium laptop in today’s stack, with the laptop offering features like a fancy keyboard that features contrast modifiers, as well as Thunderbolt 4 connectivity.
ASUS VivoBook Pro 14X OLED Specs and Price in Malaysia

N7400P-CKM018TS

Processor
Intel Core i5-11300H, 4C/8T @ up to 4.4GHz, 10nm SuperFin

RAM
16GB DDR4 (on-board)

Graphics
Intel Iris Xe Graphics, 96EU @ up to 1.3GHz
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Laptop GPU 4GB GDDR6, 35W TGP (50W with Dynamic Boost)

Storage
512GB M.2 PCIe 3.0

Connectivity
WiFi 6 + Bluetooth 5.0
1 x Thunderbolt 4
1 x USB 3.0
2 x USB 2.0
microSD card reader

Display
14″ WQXGA+ (2880 x 1800) 16:10 OLED display
400 nits, 100% DCI-P3, Pantone Validated
1 x HDMI 1.4
1 x DisplayPort Alt Mode over USB-C

Power
63WHrs 3-cell Li-ion

Dimensions
317.4 x 228.5 x 17.9 mm

Weight
1.45kg

Price
RM4799

Included Accessories
Carry Bag

All of the above laptops are already available in the market right now, and you can check them out via the link down below:
ASUS VivoBook OLED series on Shopee!
Pokdepinion: The ASUS VivoBook 14X OLED looks like a really decent option if you want strong performance and a great display for content creation on the go. And the price isn’t half bad at all!
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Cooler Master MM730 now available in Malaysia at RM189

Forget about holey mice. The Cooler Master MM730 proves that you can have an ultralight mouse without having to trigger your trypophobia, coming in at a mere 48g. And you don’t have to deal with cramp-inducing tiny mice either, as the Cooler Master MM730 features a proven ergonomic shape that has been featured in various mice, including the MM530 and MM531 in Cooler Master’s lineup.

The Cooler Master MM730 is one of the first new products featured in the Cooler Master Summer Summit 2021 to arrive in Malaysia. For those who weren’t keeping track, the Cooler Master MM730 packs a premium 16000DPI PixArt PMW3389 optical sensor that is capable of tracking at up to 400 inches per second, with 50G of acceleration. This is a top-notch sensor designed for absolute precision.

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The sensor is not the only thing that’s optical on the Cooler Master MM730 though. The mouse switches are the LK Optical Mouse Switches, which feature zero debounce delay and a lifespan of up to 70 million clicks. The scroll wheel also touts an optical encoder, promising better durability and responsiveness than conventional mechanical options.
While the Cooler Master MM730 is a wired mouse, the Ultralight cable on the Cooler Master MM730 ensures that your movements are not restricted. Helping this along are the PTFE feet, for an effortless glide as you track your shots. And if that’s not enough, the mouse comes with grip tape out of the box, so you can enhance the grippiness of the mouse if you need to. Make it yours, as they say.

The Cooler Master MM730 is available in Malaysia for RM189, which is a very reasonable price if you consider the fact that it weighs less than 50g, and yet packs all the cutting edge features you would want in a serious gaming mouse. This mouse is best suited for palm grip users, with fingertip or claw grip users probably better served by the smaller Cooler Master MM710 and MM720.
Pokdepinion: My mouse is nearly twice the weight of the Cooler Master MM730… Time for it to go on a diet…
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Tech Armory’s New Spectrum PRO24 Is A Monitor That’s Geared Towards Professionals

Tech Armory has just announced that they are releasing a brand new monitor called the Spectrum PRO24. This new monitor features super sleek bezels, 1440p resolution and accurate colours and is catered for professionals and content creators.

The Spectrum PRO24 monitor features Tech Armory’s Perspective Vision technology and industrial design. The monitor is designed as an edgeless panel monitor with the most optimal viewing angle from every perspective which makes it perfect for both work and play. Furthermore, The Spectrum PRO24 comes with an IPS panel that’s over 100% sRGB and 1440P resolution (2560 x 1440 pixels) with 300 nits LED brightness level. It also has a 95Hz refresh rate Adaptive Sync for minimal image tearing.

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Spectrum PRO24 specifications

Model
PRO24 (P2422FS-95)

Resolution
2560 x 1440 Pixel (1440P)

Panel
IPS

Colour
NTSC72% with more than 100% sRGB

Brightness
300cd/m2

Response Rate
95Hz (Via DP cable), 5ms

Active Display Area
526.848(W) x 296.352(H)

Viewing Size
23.8 Inch

Viewing Angle
R/L: 89°/ 89°U/ D:89°/89°

Advanced Features
Adaptive Sync

Package Content
Display Port Cable, Power Supply & Cable, User’s Manual, Stand

Vesa Mount
Vesa Mount applicable at 100mm x 100mm

Input
HDMI 1.4 x 1
DP 1.2 x 1
USB type – C x 1

Price and availability
The Spectrum PRO24 is available now at a pre-order promotion with an RM340 instant discount off of its retail RM949 retail price starting from now until 18 May. You can get the monitor at RM589 with cash discount. Head over here for more information on the Spectrum PRO24 monitor.
Pokdepinion: Wow the pre-order price is pretty good and with quite a substantial discount. I need a new monitor myself so might check this one out.
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BOE has successfully developed LCD panels that support under-display fingerprint scanners

BOE Technology Group is a pretty renowned display maker. In fact, they might actually be the second best at making OLED panels, given that their panels didn’t fail in the HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro, unlike LG’s. With that said, it seems that they have successfully developed LCD panels with support for an under-display fingerprint scanner.
Under-display fingerprint sensors with OLED panels are nothing new now.
In-display fingerprint scanners were previously only implemented in smartphones with OLED panels. That’s because LCD’s requires a backlight, which made the whole panel thicker. It was impossible, till now, to add a fingerprint scanner to it. OLED panels were much thinner, allowing the sensor to “see” your fingerprint without much difficulty. The ability to use LCD panels and implement under-display fingerprint scanners should be a boon for more affordable devices to feature the technology.
As it stands, LCD displays are still used in budget devices, with statistics showing that up to 85% of the total 1.456 billion devices (1.238 billion) shipped last year, featured LCD panels. On top of that, shipments of in-display fingerprint scanners have reached 30 million units in 2018, with it expected to sextuple to 180 million units this year. If BOE manages to capitalize on even a smaller share of this market, they will definitely be laughing their ways to the bank.

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Side-mounted fingerprint scanners should be more popular…
One of the reasons manufacturers justify the need for an under-display fingerprint scanner is that there is no longer any room on the front of the smartphone to put a fingerprint scanner. But why must it be at the front? There’s plenty of space on the back and on the side. Take a look at the HONOR 20 and HONOR 20 Pro, for example.
But still, this development should see under-display fingerprint scanners reach even further into the mid-range. Maybe we will start seeing sub-RM1000 devices sporting in-display fingerprint scanners by end of 2019, which is when BOE expects to be able to mass produce the LCD panels with embedded fingerprint scanners.

With OPPO and Xiaomi moving forward to under-display selfie cameras, we will probably see the high-end market move towards that, as under-display fingerprint scanners trickle down to the more price-sensitive market segments.
Pokdepinion: Why go through so much trouble though? I still prefr fingerprint scanners on the back of my phones.
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Phone Link For iOS Now Available For Windows 11 Users

The iOS version includes exclusive features such as iCloud integration.

Microsoft’s Phone Link app has a bit of history, dating back to its predecessor Your Phone app back in Windows 10 days. However, both versions only supports Android devices at the time, and finally that’s about to change – as iOS users can get Phone Link support for their Windows devices too.

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The iOS version will have slightly different feature support than its Android counterparts – namely, the messaging feature on iOS version will be limited, likely due to technical limitations. You won’t be able to share images or videos, and group messaging is not available. As for the messaging itself, it is “session based” and will only appear when the phone is maintaining an active connection to the Windows PC. The app is also strictly iOS-only (with iOS 14 and up required), no iPadOS support here.

On the contrary, the iCloud integration can directly let users view photos from the Photos app, unlike the Android counterpart which remained under the ‘Photos’ section of the Phone Link app instead. The call feature gets “basic iOS support”, so temper your expectations there. Microsoft says the update should roll out in the next few weeks – simply open the app to check if iOS support is available (with the “iPhone” button as pictured above).
Pokdepinion: Microsoft may be trying to convince users to jump to the Windows camp, but macOS-iOS combo is hard to beat, isn’t it?
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Days of Play 2020 Sale Has Discounts on Games, Console, and More

If you’ve already run out of games to play or things to do at home, then we have some good news coming your way. The Days of Play 2020 sale has been officially announced, where you can get some major discounts on PlayStation 4 games, console, and more.
Some of the most notable items available on discount are the PS4 MEGAPACK, the PS4 Pro God of War / The Last of Us Remastered bundle, and the DualShock 4 controller. These items are available with the following prices:

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Notable Days of Play 2020 Discounts

PS4 MEGAPACK (Model: CUH-2218BB01, 1TB HDD) = RM1,099 (normal price = RM1,349)
PS4 Pro God Of War / The Last Of Us Remastered (Model: CUH-7218BB01, 1TB HDD) Bundle = RM1,399 (normal price = RM1,799)
DualShock 4 wireless controller (selected colours only) = RM179 (normal price = RM239)

Apart from that, there are a number of PS4 games available with a discount. We’ve listed the games on sale right below here:

Days of Play 2020 Game Discounts

Death Stranding (Standard Edition) = RM169
Nioh 2 (Standard Edition) = RM169
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice (Standard Edition) = RM145
Marvel’s Spider-Man (Game Of The Year Edition) = RM119
Dreams Universe (Standard Edition = RM119
Days Gone (Standard Edition) = RM119
God of Wars (HITS) = RM55
The Last of Us Remastered (HITS) = RM55
Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End (HITS = RM55
Ratchet & Clank (HITS) = RM55

Lastly, there will be an additional bonus for each purchase of the 12-month PS Plus membership card as you will be getting an additional 4 months of membership for free. Furthermore, the 12-month membership itself will be avaialble with a 30% discount, effectively pricing it at RM111. All of these deals will be available from 3rd June 2020 to 16th June 2020. It will be available at all Sony Centres and PlayStation Authorized Dealers nationwide.
If you’re not sure where to find PlayStation Authorized Dealers, click right here.
Pokdepinion: If you’re looking to get some new games or renew your PS Plus subscription, this would be a good time to do it.
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Samsung Galaxy S10 Nationwide Roadshow Has Begun – Free Gifts Galore

Samsung Galaxy S10 Nationwide Roadshow Has Begun

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Nationwide Roadshow has officially commenced. From today until 10th March 2019 (Sunday), you can get some free gifts and a special rebate of RM1,000 with a purchase of the Samsung Galaxy S10 series of smartphones. Eager consumers have been queuing since 4AM today at Mid Valley Megamall to get their hands on the new flagship devices.
The roadshow will be happening in Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, and Penang.

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Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur – 10AM to 10PM
AEON Tebrau City, Johor Bahru – 10AM to 11PM (Friday and Saturday), 10AM to 10PM (Sunday)
Queensbay Mall, Penang – 10AM to 10.30PM

For those of you who are purchasing the new flagship smartphones during this roadshow, you will be entitled to some exclusive free gifts:

Samsung Galaxy S10e = Galaxy Buds worth RM499
Samsung Galaxy S10 = Galaxy Buds and Screen Protection Plus worth RM779
Samsung Galaxy S10+ = Galaxy Watch Active and Screen Protection Plus worth RM1,079

Furthermore, you can get an RM1,000 rebate when you purchase a second Samsung Galaxy S10 series smartphone. If you or a friend are interested to purchase one, this would be a good time as you’d be able to get an RM500 discount between the both of you, on top of the free gifts.
As a special service for early adopters of the new flagship smartphones, you are eligible for a complimentary engraving service. To claim it, all you have to do is head on over to the Samsung Premium Service Centres at either Plaza Low Yat or Wisma Bentley (Mutiara Damansara) to get it engraved from a range of exclusive designs..

The retail price for the Samsung Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, and Galaxy S10+ are RM2,699, RM3,199, and RM3,699. For the 512GB variant of the S10+, that one will be priced at RM4,599.

If you want to check out the specifications for the Malaysian version of these devices, click below to check them out:

Samsung Galaxy S10e – Click Here
Samsung Galaxy S10 – Click Here
Samsung Galaxy S10+ – Click Here

For more details on the roadshow, click right here.
Pokdepinion: While it would be better if you pre-ordered the devices as you get more free gifts, this is a good option for those who missed out on that.
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TM Is Currently Teasing a New Unifi Box

TM (Telekom Malaysia) has been teasing a brand new Unifi box on social media recently. Here’s what we know thus far.
New TM Unifi Box Coming Soon?

Stay tuned… 2 December 2022#KotakApaNi pic.twitter.com/junqdm069S
— unifi (@unifi) November 25, 2022

On both their official Facebook page and Twitter, TM has teased what appears to be a new Unifi box with the hashtag “#KotakApaNi”. It also has date listed on it, likely pointing towards 2nd December 2022 being the reveal date of this new product / service.

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As for what it could be, it might be something to do with a new IPTV offering, a 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) service, or something else completely. At the moment, the only wireless broadband service by them is Unifi Air, which uses 4G LTE connectivity, so an upgrade to 5G would certainly be the logical progression.

We doubt it would be a new router given that they have been deploying new Wi-Fi 6 routers for customers since June 2022, and they are continuously doing so now. For now, we will just have to wait and see. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Upgrading Unifi Air to 5G would be great as it should bring a huge speed bonus, though I do wonder if it would have any improvements in network stability.
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Trackmania Fall 2021 Campaign Is Out Now And Comes With 25 Free New Tracks

Ubisoft has announced that Trackmania Fall 2021 Campaign, the game’s sixth seasonal campaign is now free to play. Players can experience 25 all-new exhilarating tracks while attempting to win 100 medals.
Trackmania Fall 2021 Campaign out now

The tracks, which are also accessible in ranked 3v3 mode, present various levels of difficulty. Discover and experiment with new designs and blocks, such as fall trees and water features, to build the greatest racetracks. To defeat competitors, players will need both speed and agility to negotiate and conquer obstacles on the tracks.

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All past campaigns will be playable for players with Standard and Club access, giving them access to 125 additional maps and 500 medals. Trackmania Grand League Fall Season will begin on October 17, featuring three different forms, including Challenger and Open Competitions. The game is available via the Epic Games Store and the Ubisoft Store.

Check out the trailer for Trackmania Fall 2021 Campaign down below:

Trackmania’s official website may be found here if you want to learn more about the game. You can also read more about the game’s Grand League Fall Season through the official website right here.
Pokdepinion: I’ve never played this game but it looks really fun to play.
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TM Unifi APCN2 Submarine Cable Issue Fully Restored

Previously, we reported about TM Unifi users having connectivity issues specifically with international websites / servers due to damage to the Asia Pacific Cable Network 2 (APCN2). Now, we’re happy to report that service is now running optimally.
Telekom Malaysia (TM) stated that data connectivity to sites and servers based in Hong Kong and the US are now fully optimized. Previously, they had to reroute and optimize traffic via alternate international link routes to minimize impact for consumers.

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Fine-tuning of the network is still ongoing and they will continue to monitor network performance together with their consortium partners in other countries. TM has also apologized for the inconvenience caused and thanked customers for their understanding and patience during the affected period.
For those of you who aren’t aware, the APNC2 submarine cable connects Malaysia via Mersing to Singapore, Hong Kong, and the US. It is one of 14 submarine cable systems worldwide jointly owned by TM.
What If TM Unifi Users Are Still Facing Connectivity Issues?
If you’re still having trouble connecting to certain websites, or if your internet speed is oddly slow, it may be due to a different issue now. In which case, do contact customer support for a solution.
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Pokdepinion: With the government working towards improving bandwidth nationwide for all users, hopefully TM Unifi users won’t have to experience odd slowdowns anymore.
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HUAWEI MateBook D 14 2020 Intel Edition Is Now Available For Purchase

HUAWEI has just announced that the new HUAWEI MateBook D 14 2020 Intel Edition is now available for purchase nationwide. It is available for a retail price of RM3,399 with a complimentary HUAWEI Bluetooth Mouse worth up to RM249.
HUAWEI MateBook D 14 2020 Intel Edition out now

The HUAWEI MateBook D 14 2020 Intel Edition comes equipped with a 10th Gen Intel Core i5-10510U Processor, NVIDIA GeForce MX250 graphics, 8GB DDR4 RAM and 512GB NVMe PCIe SSD. It features a TÜV Rheinland certified 14-inch FHD display with an 84% screen to body ratio. The laptop has a lightweight body that weighs just 1.38kg and a thickness of 15.9mm.

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Other features included in the new MateBook D 14 laptop is a fingerprint sensor that doubles as the power button for increased security as well as HUAWEI’s famous recessed camera. The laptop is also capable of 13 hours of regular day-to-day office use on a single full charge and features fast charging speed technology that can charge up to almost 50% in half an hour using its own USB-C charger. The laptop charger is capable of charging smartphones as well.
The HUAWEI MateBook D14 2020 Intel Edition can be purchased via the HUAWEI Online Store, HUAWEI Experience Stores, Participating Harvey Norman Stores, Participating Senheng Stores as well as HUAWEI’s official Shopee page. Consumers can also choose to purchase the laptop online and have it delivered to their homes via HUAWEI 020 Delivery.
Pokdepinion: Pretty convenient for HUAWEI to provide a delivery service for the HUAWEI MateBook D 14 2020 Intel Edition.
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