Game Director Claims Marvel’s Wolverine Will Be For Adults

I’m pretty sure a lot of you were excited with the news of Insomniac Games working on Marvel’s Wolverine after the trailer came out. Well the director for the title has said that it’s only for mature audiences. In case you haven’t watched the teaser trailer, you can watch it below here.
Marvel’s Wolverine for mature audience

The news was revealed by the game’s creative director, Brian Horton, who was asked on whether the game will be a “big” game or whether it would be like Marvel’s Spider Man: Miles Morales, which if you remember was pretty short (compared to the base game).

Full size, mature tone
— Brian Horton (@BrianHortonArt) September 12, 2021

He claims that it will be in “Full size, mature tone” compared to Miles Morales. It appears that fans were excited in hearing this and understandably so since Wolverine is a rather dark character to say the least with his story.

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Unfortunately that’s all that was revealed. All that’s known is that it will be a PlayStation 5 exclusive when it does come out. We’ll keep you posted once more details become available. Until then, stay tuned to Pokde.net for the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews.
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Pokdepinion: I’m glad that they’ve decided to go with this route. I’m interested on how they’ll pull this off with the game. I do love a game that’s dark and story driven. Hopefully that’ll be the case for it.
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Lenovo Releases New ThinkBook Laptops, ThinkPad X1 Nano and ThinkVision T27hv-20 Monitor

Lenovo has just released a slew of new products which include new additions to their ThinkBook line, a ThinkVision T27hv-20 USB-C Hub monitor, ThinkPad X1 Nano and their latest Software as a Service (SaaS) tool, Lenovo Device Intelligence.
Their unveiling of the ThinkBook laptops is their broadest ThinkBook portfolio to date, as it spans quite a few different products. Here are all the ThinkBooks that Lenovo launched:
ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 i

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The ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 i is a laptop that was co-engineered with Intel and features a WQXGA display which has been tested, tuned and verified to meet the requirements of the Intel Evo platform across hardware specifications. The display is a 13.3-inch display with a 16:10 aspect ratio and offers 90% screen-to-body ratio with ultra-narrow bezels. It also features Thunderbolt 4, optional PCIe Gen 4 storage and long battery life to keep you productive throughout your work day.
The ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 i is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $829 (RM3461.49).
ThinkBook 14s Yoga i

The ThinkBook 14s Yoga i is a 2-in-1 laptop that’s powered by 11th Gen Intel Core processors and sports connectivity features such as Thunderbolt 4 and USB Type-C ports. The ThinkBook 14s Yoga i also supports Smart Pen which you can sync with your device. When logged into Windows 10, Windows Ink shortcuts are ready the moment you pick up the Pen. The 14s Yoga is available in classic ThinkBook mineral grey, but a limited-edition Abyss Blue version is available adding the right mix of flair and elegance.
ThinkBook 14s Yoga i is expected to be available from November 2020, starting at $879 (RM3655.32).
ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 i

The ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 i is by far the most intriguing of the bunch mainly due to the fact that it comes with its own integrated pair of wireless earbuds. These earbuds charge automatically when stored and connect to the laptop audio instantly when taken out. Muting or unmuting yourself during calls is as easy as a double tap on the earbuds. The earbuds are also equipped with dual mics and environmental noise cancellation.
The ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 i is powered by 11th Gen Intel Core processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics and features flexible storage options that include a combination of Hard disk drive (HDD) and Solid-state drive (SSD) or dual SSD.
ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 i is expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $569 (RM2366.19).
ThinkVision T27hv-20 USB-C Hub monitor

Lenovo also announced the brand new ThinkVision T27hv-20 USB-C Hub monitor with Lenovo Display Control Center – ThinkColor. The ThinkVision T27hv-20 monitor 27-inch display with 2560 x 1440 resolution and 3-side near edgeless bezels with integrated 1080p IRRGB webcam, microphones and speakers which makes for easier video conferencing. The monitor’s USB-C Hub delivers single cable connectivity including data, video and Ethernet while able to power devices up to 90W. The hub also includes four USB 3.2 Gen1 ports for direct connection of compatible external devices.
The ThinkVision T27hv-20 also comes with features such as:

Smart Traffic Light that warns colleagues or family members that you are live on a conference call by a red-light illumination on the webcam.
Lenovo Display Control Center – ThinkColor for end users to better master display settings, seamless multitasking and offers easy remote asset management for IT managers.
TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort and Eyesafe certification helps protect eyes from strain without color distortion through Natural Low Blue Light technology.

The ThinkVision T27hv-20 is expected to be available from December 2020, starting at $549 (RM2283.02).
Furthermore, Lenovo announced a few other ThinkBook laptops which features 11th Gen Intel processors and AMD Ryzen 4000 series processors as well as updated ThinkPad E series designed for SMBs (Small & medium businesses), including:

ThinkBook 15p i: High performance laptop with NVIDIA GTX 1650Ti graphics and X-Rite Pantone certified display. Expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $939 (RM3904.83).
ThinkBook 15 Gen 2 AMD: AMD Ryzen 4000 series powered laptop. Expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $549 (RM2283.02).
ThinkBook 14 Gen 2: Intel or AMD powered 14-inch laptop. Expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $569 (RM2366.19).
ThinkBook 14s Gen 2: Intel or AMD powered thin and light 14-inch laptop will be offered in selected markets.
ThinkBook 13s Gen 2 AMD: Lightweight laptop powered by AMD Ryzen 4000 Series Mobile Processors. Expected to be available from October 2020, starting at $729 (RM3030.07).
ThinkPad E14 and E15 Gen 2: 11 th Gen Intel Core processors with ThinkPad heritage features. Expected to be available from November 2020, starting at $699 (2905.37).

Lenovo also announced their newest additions to the ThinkPad series, the ThinkPad X1 Nano and the world’s first foldable PC, the ThinkPad X1 Fold.
ThinkPad X1 Nano

The ThinkPad X1 Nano weighs less than one kilogram or exactly 907g and is the lightest ever ThinkPad. It comes packed with up to 11th Generation Intel Core i7 processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics a narrow bezel 13-inch 2K Dolby Vision display with a 16:10 aspect ratio. The ThinkPad X1 Nano also features four speakers with Dolby Atmos support combined with four 360-degree microphones.
The ThinkPad X1 Nano is the first ThinkPad to feature an updated suite of AI and biometric ThinkShield security features. These range from new voice recognition and human presence detection that enable zero touch login and device lock when the user walks away to the familiar Match on Chip Fingerprint Reader.
The ThinkPad X1 Nano is expected to go on sale in the 4th quarter of 2020. Prices are expected to start from $1,399 (RM5817.74).
ThinkPad X1 Fold

Five years in the making, the ThinkPad X1 Fold is the first of its kind in a new personal computing category that will push boundaries and redefine how we engage with technology. Carry small, use big. ThinkPad X1 Fold adapts to new remote, office and hybrid working models, enabling trailblazers to embrace ground-breaking innovation that will empower creativity, collaboration and entertainment as it seamlessly transforms to their specific needs.
The ThinkPad X1 Fold will come with optional accessories such as the Bluetooth Mini Fold Keyboard that can be stored
and wirelessly charged inside the system; the Lenovo Mod Pen so users can take notes, annotate or sign legal documents; and the Lenovo Easel Stand for easy portrait or landscape placement on a desk. The ThinkPad X1 Fold is available for pre-order now with prices starting at $2,499 (RM10392.09).
Do head over to Lenovo’s official website for more information on the newly released Lenovo products here as well as other Lenovo products.
Pokdepinion: That’s quite a lot of products that Lenovo has launch right there. By far the most interesting for me is the ThinkPad X1 Nano. I mean it weighs less than a kilo! That’s lighter than my cat..
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PS Plus Asia February 2022 FREE Games Lineup

PlayStation has just revealed the PS Plus Asia February 2022 free games lineup which includes games for both PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles. Among the games featured include EA Sports UFC 4, Planet Coaster: Console Edition, Dragon’s Crown Pro and Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure.

PS Plus Asia February 2022 free games lineup

Your PlayStation Plus games for February are:
🤜 EA Sports UFC 4
🎢 Planet Coaster: Console Edition
👑 Dragon’s Crown Pro
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🐲 Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure pic.twitter.com/ty2q8bxIqu
— PlayStation Asia (@PlayStationAsia) January 27, 2022

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First up on the PS Plus Asia February 2022 list of free games is Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-shot Adventure. This one-shot is was previously a DLC for Borderlands 2 but has since been released as a standalone expansion available to play without needing to download Borderlands 2.
Smash skeletons, defeat dragons, and battle giant golems in Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep: A Wonderlands One-Shot Adventure. Experience the acclaimed 2013 quest that started it all in this standalone campaign jam-packed with fantasy, fun, and mountains of magical loot!
The Queen’s been captured and her kingdom is in peril; only you and your friends have any chance of restoring peace to this eccentric, enchanted land. Blast your way through treacherous forests, spooky crypts, and fearsome fortresses, but beware—your journey can change in an instant on account of Tina’s gleefully chaotic whims. Dive into this epic tabletop romp and get ready for the fantasy fight of your life!

Next on the PS Plus Asia February 2022 list of free games is EA Sports UFC 4. In EA SPORTS UFC 4 the fighter you become is shaped by your fight style, your achievements, and your personality. No matter how or where you play EA SPORTS UFC 4 puts ‘you’ at the centre of every fight.

The third game on the list is Dragon’s Crown Pro, a 2D action-adventure that was originally released on the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation Vita. Regardless if magic or steel is your fancy, Dragon’s Crown Pro offers a variety of ranged and close combat options for this classic, side-scrolling, beat ‘em up. Band together, or journey solo, as one of six playable classes and explore a winding dungeon with new adventures at every turn.
With refined, painted artwork and 4K compatibility, exploring dungeons and battling dragons have never looked so spellbinding. The soundtrack of swords and sorcery has also been revamped and re-recorded by a live orchestra. These improvements and more are conjuring a new era of high-fantasy adventure!

Last on the PS Plus Asia February 2022 list of free games is Planet Coaster: Console Edition for the PS5. Surprise and delight crowds as you build the coaster park of your dreams and manage a truly living world with unparalleled attention to detail.
Whatever your skill level, bring your ideas to life. Take advantage of Blueprints to quickly place over 700 pre-made objects, including coasters, facilities and scenery; build from the ground up with detailed piece-by-piece construction; or transform the ground itself with terrain-altering tools. Running your park is just as easy. Guests react in real-time as you set prices, place scenery, and install exciting new attractions. Keep them entertained so attendance figures – and profits – skyrocket.
The PS Plus Asia February 2022 free games lineup will be available to download starting from the 1st of February onwards.
Pokdepinion: This is a pretty good lineup! I’m particularly happy with the inclusion of Tiny Tina’s Assault on Dragon Keep, the best DLC in the Borderlands franchise. Can’t wait for Tiny Tina’s Wonderland.
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Free RapidKL Public Transports Rides for 1 Whole Month

Free RapidKL Public Transports Rides for 1 Month
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To celebrate the launch of MRT Putrajaya Line Phase One, all RapidKL public transport rides will be absolutely free of charge for one whole month. The announcement came from the Prime Minister of Malaysia, Ismail Sabri Yaakob.
This means that all public transportation services under RapidKL will require no payments whatsoever for an entire month. This includes the LRT, MRT, BRT, Monorail, and their bus service. The MRT Putrajaya Line is being developed in two phases, with the first now open to the public.
The ultimate goal of the MRT Putrajaya Line is to serve roughly 2 million residents from Kwasa Damansara all the way to Putrajaya. Phase 2 is expected to pass through “strategic areas” in the KL city centre. Most notably areas such as Titiwangsa, Hospital Kuala Lumpur, Ampang Park, and TRX.

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With over 36 stations with 9 of them situated underground, it is said that there are plans to add 4 more stations in the future to improve access to public transport. Hopefully, this will help to ease traffic congestion which is plaguing the streets of KL.
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Pokdepinion: Free public transport sounds great but if many people are going to take them since they’re free, especially on weekends, I wonder if they can handle it. One simple breakdown could cause a lot of headaches and delays for a lot of people.
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Razer Kishi Review – Good But It Has Its Quirks

Unboxing the Razer Kishi
Razer Kishi Review – Box

Inside the box of the Razer Kishi, you are expected to get the following items:
Razer Kishi Review – Box content
Razer stickersUser guideThe Razer Kishi mobile gamepad itself
Appearance
Razer Kishi Review – Front
The Razer Kishi mobile gamepad looks like the Razer Junglecat evolved. It’s designed to attach directly on a smartphone and this time, without a case. Unlike the Junglecat, both sides do not act as separate units and instead acts as a single entity. While you may think that this is a proper successor, it’s actually two different mobile gamepads catered to different crowds.
Looking at the front for the left side, you have an analog stick, an 8-way D-pad, a function button, and a special function button. As for the right side, you have 4 face buttons (A, B, X, and Y), another analog stick below it, two speaker ports, and a status indicator light. The center portion can be expanded, and this is where you can find the USB Type-C connector.

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The iPhone-compatible version will have a Lightning connector instead of USB Type-C.
Razer Kishi Review – Shoulder area and USB-C port
Moving over to the top, you have two shoulder buttons (L1 and R1) and two triggers (L2 and R2). There’s nothing to take note of on the side except for the Razer wording on the right side. As for the bottom, there is a USB-C port on the right side. This isn’t a wireless mobile gamepad and the port is simply for USB passthrough charging.
Razer Kishi Review – Back
Flip it over to the back and you’ll see the retaining plate with the Razer logo on it sandwiched between two release latches on the top and bottom. This is what you need to release in order to attach it to a smartphone. It’s pretty easy to attach and detach it.
Overall, the Razer Kishi looks like a good mobile gamepad that looks and feels better than the Razer Junglecat, at least as far as build quality is concerned. You get proper analog sticks with optimal positioning, bigger face buttons, and you get actual triggers instead of just having four shoulder buttons. I am a fan of how it looks, but let’s see if it can perform just as good.
Specifications
Total Buttons17Directional KeysTwo analog sticks (Left and Right) 8-way D-padConnectivityWired1 x USB-C connector1 x USB-C port (passthrough charging)WirelessNoneCable LengthNone, directly attaches to smartphoneDimensions134 x 94 x 37 mmWeight265gCompatibilityOSAndroid and iOSPhone DimensionsHeight: 145.3 – 163.7 mmWidth: 68.2 – 78.1 mmDepth: 7 – 8.8 mm
User Experience
Razer Kishi Review – Expanded
First thing I would like to make note of is that while the Razer Kishi is compatible with more devices compared to the Razer Junglecat and its Universal Gaming Controller moniker, it’s not compatible with every smartphone out there. There are two conditions that need to be met in order to use it; size and USB-C port position.
Height: 145.3 – 163.7 mmWidth: 68.2 – 78.1 mmDepth: 7 – 8.8 mmUSB-C port position: Centered
ROG Phone 2 USB-C port location makes it incompatible with Razer Kishi
Unfortunately, my ROG Phone 2 isn’t compatible at all as it’s too big and the USB-C port is positioned towards the left. As such, I had to use my backup smartphone, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro. If you plan on buying the Razer Kishi, do take note of what smartphone you’re using or planning to upgrade to. For iPhone users, there is a variant that uses the Lightning connector.
On its own, the Razer Kishi actually feels comfortable to hold. There is more space to hold compared to the Razer Junglecat, and the thickness gives you a more comfortable hold as well. It doesn’t need hand grips and using it as-is is definitely more than enough. It’s a shame that there’s no way to connect to devices wirelessly or via a USB cable as that would give this mobile gamepad some major points.
Razer Kishi Review – Smartphone attached
Attaching a smartphone to it is quite easy as you simply need to release the rear latches where the retaining plate is. This will allow you to stretch the Razer Kishi and comfortably attach it to your smartphone. Depending on the thickness, you may have to remove your protective case but it’s not necessary for every device.
Razer Kishi Review – USB-C connector
As the Razer Kishi connects directly to smartphone via the USB-C connector, it is a wired mobile gamepad. This makes it easy to use it as it’s just a matter of attaching your smartphone to it. You can even use it to navigate your smartphone but I wouldn’t recommend it. What I would recommend is to download the Razer Kishi app if you’re using this.
The reason for this is because not every mobile game can be played with the Razer Kishi. The app will have a curated list of games that are compatible with it, so you don’t have to randomly guess what games you can use it with. This includes both free games and games that you have to purchase.
Razer Kishi Review – Left analog stick and D-pad
As far as using the Razer Kishi goes, it’s a lot better than the Razer Kishi in many ways. You get proper analog sticks, an assortments of buttons, the face buttons are easier to press, and you have actual triggers which would be very useful in shooters and racing games. Moreover, it’s very comfortable to use even for long hours. It feels like a proper gamepad.
Razer Kishi Review – Face buttons and right analog stick
One thing I don’t like is the feel of the face buttons. It has a resistive feel to it, akin to a membrane keyboard, and even has 2 – 3 times more travel distance compared to the Razer Junglecat. The D-pad doesn’t feel as accurate as the Junglecat either so if you’re a competitive gamer, these factors may hinder your performance.
Razer Kishi Review – Razer Kishi app
While most games that I tried via the Razer Kishi app works fine, there is one game where it behaves oddly, and that’s Sega’s Altered Beast. For some odd reason, it doesn’t seem to be able to detect movement via the D-pad and analog stick, and all I can do is a simple kick attack. There may be more games that have odd compatibility issues, which is something you need to take note of if you’re interested in this.
Razer Kishi Review – Altered Beast
The Razer Kishi mobile gamepad has a couple of smart design choices; USB-C passthrough and speaker ports. The former lets you charge your device while using it so you don’t have to detach it just to charge, and the latter allows for smartphones with bottom-firing speakers to have the audio directed towards you.
Razer Kishi Review – USB-C passthrough
To reiterate, this isn’t a wireless gamepad as the USB-C port is purely for charging the attached smartphone. It sounds like a simple design choice, but it definitely improves the overall experience. After all of this, I’m thoroughly convinced that the Razer Kishi isn’t a successor to the Razer Junglecat but instead, they’re both different products catered to different crowds.
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Razer Kishi Verdict
Razer Kishi Review – Charging via USB-C passthrough
The Razer Kishi manages to address some of the shortcomings from the Razer Junglecat but it also brought some drawbacks of its own. It’s comfortable to use, feels like a proper gamepad with proper analog sticks and triggers, generally easy to use, has some smart design choices, and can be attached to a wider number of devices.
However, the face buttons feel resistive with a notable travel distance, the D-pad isn’t as accurate as the Junglecat, some games have compatibility issues with it, and it’s not as versatile as the Junglecat. It’s still a good mobile gamepad but it’s only a worthy investment, at RM379.90, if you know your games can make use of it and you don’t mind the other drawbacks.
A part of me believes that Razer is coming closer and closer to an ideal mobile gamepad with their recent creations, and this makes me excited to see what they have in store next. For now, we award the Razer Kishi with our Bronze Pokdeward.

Big thanks to Razer Asia Pacific for sending us this gamepad for the purposes of this review.
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Celcom Network Faces Downtime — Could Last Up To 5 Days

It seems that Celcom are facing problems with their network where their Xpax users could face difficulties on calls as well as getting online.

Pelanggan Celcom Postpaid dan Prepaid mungkin mengalami gangguan pada servis data&panggilan dari 9-13 Disember 2019.Pasukan teknikal kami berusaha keras untuk minimakan kesan aktiviti tersebut.— Celcom #NextNormalReady #ReadyWithCelcom (@Celcom) December 9, 2019

They’ve revealed of the issue on their Twitter where they mention that their network service for both Celcom Postpaid and Prepaid could face disruption on their services from today till the 13th of December 2019.
Celcom has said that they are doing maintenance work in the Klang Valley area, Johor, and Sabah.

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Not surprisingly, Yoodo and Tune Talk who both runs on Celcom’s network so users from both services may face disruption as well.
One of the members from Pokde.net has confirmed that it is indeed down, from Celcom’s perspective.
Pokdepinion: I don’t mind a day with calls and mobile data but man, 5 days sure sounds long… Are you facing the issue? Let us know below.
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The all new, best-of-the-best BenQ XR3501 Curved Gaming Monitor lets you immerse yourself completely in any games, with a massive 35” curved display featuring the best color graphics, 2000R ultra curve all-covered field of vision, 2560×1080 resolution, Black eQualizer for total visibility, and the highest refresh rate available today. Watch as the checkered flag twirl and wave announcing your victory, empowering you to feel the thrill of the curve.
BenQ XR3501 Curved Gaming Monitor Review
Please take a look at the video below for Unboxing .

The biggest monitor box I have ever seen , it required 2 persons to handle this .

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BenQ XR3501 comes with a comprehensive set of accessories and a back cover plate. The included accessories are: power cord for adapter (1.8m), HDMI 1.4 cable(1.8m), mDP to DP cable (1.8m) ,Audio Cable (1.8m) warranty card, QSG, CD )

Behold! The 35” curved display for your viewing pleasure. My first impression of this monitor is “My God its heavy!” yeah, no kidding the nett weight of this is 11.1KG.

To be honest, this is my very first curved monitor I got my hands on and I was stunned by the the view angle of it.

The display is supported by a pre-attached neck which may look fragile but don’t be fooled by its looks, as the stand is sturdy enough to support the display.

BenQ always provide a circle cutout for easier cable management .

There are 3 inputs to choose from, you can choose to use 2 HDMI inputs , 1 Display Port , 1 Mini Display Port . make sure you use either Mini DP or DP to take advantage of the 144hz refresh rate.

The display also support audio out, meaning you can plug in your speakers directly to the display .

The BenQ XR3501’s settings menu are accessed through physical buttons located at the bottom of the display bezel, marked by the icons you see below .

Features
2000R Ultra Curve + 144Hz Refresh Rate
Designed for a more immersive racing experience, the XR3501 straps gamers in their seats with its 2000R curvature and 144Hz refresh rate. The ultimate high-performance 35 inch curved gaming monitor will empower you to Feel The Thrill Of The Curve.
144Hz Refresh Rate
With the High 144Hz refresh rate, you get a consistently flawless view of all the details within the fast-moving action. Fluid transitions are ensured for the smoothest gameplay at all times.
Black eQualizer
Poor visibility in dark scenes can cost even the most skillful gamers their game. The XR3501 comes with built-in Black eQualizer color engine technology to brighten dark scenes without over-exposing the bright areas. Do the other cars seem to vanish in the darkness of a tunnel? Throw some light on the problem with Black eQualizer, boosting the brightness of darker regions of the screen without blowing up the well-lit areas. What’s more, with maximized visual clarity, you’ll also experience more eye comfort and less eye fatigue during intense games or after a long day of practice.
3 Exclusive Game Modes
Special gaming presets used by professional players are included with the XR3501 so you can see what the pros see. Each mode is fine-tuned so you can leverage these exclusive presets used by pro gamers to your own advantage.
● Game1: Car Racing Game
● Game2: First Person Shooting Game
● Game3: First Person Shooting Game
User Experience

Did you know why the screen is curved ? , curved screen give you an “immersive” experience, and allowing a wider field of view and curved screens allow greater range in satisfactory viewing angles .
Once boot up the surprisingly the brightness and color is just right for my eye , i do not have to touch anything on brightness and color temperature .
The first things i do is to check the Picture Mode there is 7 picture mode that you can choose 3 Game Mode , sRGB , Standard , Photo and Movie
sRGB and Standard mode are pretty much look alike to me , but the Photo mode make the color appear more depth and cool . Movie mode are more likely same as standard mode but give you more contrast and brightness .
The Content Experience
Browsing The Internet

Browsing the internet feel much more fun , imagine just browsing you can actually already feel immersive , most of the website right now have a responsive feature so more likely all the website you browse will support 21:9 ratio and it will scale correctly without stretching the content .
YouTube

Watching video on YouTube might not be immersive because there is not a lot of content on YouTube that supports 21:9 ratio, mostly movie trailer on YouTube does support 21:9 ratio .

YouTube playing X-Men movie trailer from YouTube that support widescreen 21:9 ratio
Watching Movie
We live in the Era where the internet is main source for looking information as well a place to download movies , so how does downloaded movie play on this monitor ?
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Black bar~! yeah of course it will have a black bars on both side of the screen because the movie that I’m watching has a 16:9 ratio but what happens if I stretch it out ?
Running Man Ep259
If you are using MPC ( media player classic ) you can stretch the video frame but it causes cropping and the image becomes stretched and geometrically distorted using this method
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Most movies are now filmed using ultra-wide camera technology , if you are in the same ship as me you might want to check the resolution or “rip” before download , and you are looking for 1920×800* or Bluray rip
Gaming Experience
Well if you want the short version of how it looks when gaming with this monitor, just watch the video below

By really filling up your horizontal field of view and engaging a bit of peripheral vision 21:9 provides great gaming immersion . But it also provide a wider FOV meaning you will see much more than 16:9 ratio
Dragon Age Inquisition 1920×1080 16:9
This is what you will see in 16:9 ratio monitor .
Dragon Age Inquisition 2560×1080 21:9
This is what you will get by using a widescreen monitor 21:9 aspect ratio . You can already see the difference , and you will get much more detail with the wider horizontal view .

But not all content of the games support widescreen , some like the main menu or loading screen will have black bars .
Battlefield 4 1920X1080 16:9
Battlefield 4 2560X1080 21:9

Battlefield 4 aiming 1920X1080 16:9
Battlefield 4 aiming 2560X1080 21:9
Playing FPS games on this monitor is extremely pleasurable as you get a wider view to spot those sneaky enemies trying to flank you while aiming is very helpful . Usually when i play on 16:9 ratio monitor i will set my FOV to 110 to give me an extra wide view but with these screen i don’t even need to touch the FOV settings at all .
GTAV Car FOV 1920X1080 16:9
GTAV Car FOV 2560X1080 21:9
Lots of gamers have been complaining about the in-car FOV when driving in GTAV using first person view, as it gives you a narrow FOV and causes headaches , BenQ XR3501 Curved Gaming Monitor will eliminate that narrow FOV issue for you .

Just look at the screenshot above the problem with first person view in GTAV issue solved just like that by using this widescreen monitor.
Final Thought
Being able to see more of your game environment is certainly nice from an immersion standpoint. Coupled with the width, which engages your peripheral vision nicely, the experience becomes quite engaging . despite being an 1080p screen you barely notice any pixelation at its maximum resolution of 2560×1080 , yeah of course a 1440p screen will give you sharper and more details, but for that you will have to pay more . You can go with an eyefinity setup with 16:9 ratio screens to get a wide FOV and deal with the bars between them . If you aiming for optimizing viewing pleasure, having one of these monitors is a must! The pleasure of watching movies and gaming with this monitor has really impressed me, I will make sure to have one of these widescreen monitor in my arsenal!

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New ASUS ROG Flow X16 is a Powerhouse Convertible Gaming Laptop

ASUS ROG Flow X16

For those of you who want a powerful, versatile gaming laptop, the new ASUS ROG Flow X16 could be the one you’ve been looking for. Building off the success of the Flow X13, this one is a larger 16-inch 2-in-1 convertible gaming laptop powered by up to an AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti, with a maximum TGP of 125W wand support for MUX Switch.
Unlike the other one, this one is obviously bigger as it comes in a 16-inch chassis and features mini LED panels for the ASUS ROG Nebula HDR display. While it’s unsurprisingly that it has a touchscreen display given the nature of the product, what might be surprising for some of you is that it uses Gorilla Glass 3 for added protection. You can use it in 4 different modes; laptop mode, tent mode, stand mode, and tablet mode.

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To ensure that the machine can run cool given its high performance specs, the cooling solution consists of a Liquid Metal paste for both the CPU and GPU, and ASUS ROG Intelligent Cooling featuring the Frost Force Technology with Pulsar Heatsink. In case you want more power out of it, you can connect it to an XG Mobile eGPU.

The ASUS ROG Flow X16 will be juiced up by a health 90WHr lithium ion battery with fast charging support, going from 0% to 50% with a mere 30-minute charging period. In case you want to see the full specifications, we’ve listed it right below here:
ASUS ROG Flow X16 Specifications

Processor
AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS (8C / 16T, 16M, up to 4.9GHz)

RAM
2 x 32GB DDR5-4800, onboard, dual-channel
64GB max capacity

Graphics
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti 8GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 6GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB GDDR6

Storage
1TB / 2TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD

Display
16″ 16:10 QHD+ (2500 x 1600) 165Hz ROG Nebula HDR display
Adaptive Sync, Pantone Validated, 100% DCI-P3, 1,100 nits, Dolby Vision support, touch screen, stylus input
2 x USB-C, DisplayPort Alt Mode, G-SYNC (USB 3.2 Gen 2)
1 x HDMI 2.0b

Audio
Quad speakers, Smart Amp Technology
Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res certification
Triple array microphone
AI Noise-Cancelling Mic + AI Noise-Cancelling Speaker
1 x 3.5mm combo audio jack

Camera
720p HD IR camera for Windows Hello

Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth 5.2
1 x XG Mobile Interface (PCIe 3.0 x8 + USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A

Power
90WHr, 4-cell Li-ion
240W AC Adapter
Supports 100W USB-C PD charging

Dimensions
355 x 243 x 19.4 mm

Weight
2.1kg

For now, there is no official word yet on pricing and availability for the ASUS ROG Flow X16. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Now this sounds like a laptop for me; large but still versatile and easy to bring around. I just wished it was a little bit lighter, like maybe 100g less, but it’s within acceptable levels to bring with me everywhere I go.

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Edifier W855BT wireless headphones review — sturdy build within admirable sound

Using a IEM during sleep is quite a challenge if the wire keeps disconnecting from the audio source. I’m a person who frequently listens to Rainy Mood to improve my sleep quality. However I live in constant fear of breaking my headphones or earphones. Until one day, I received the Edifier W855BT wireless Bluetooth headphones and I decided to put both its audio and build quality to test.
Unboxing

The Edifier W855BT packaging is pretty straightforward with the product image and labels on the front. From the front of packaging itself we learn that the Edifier W855BT connects over Bluetooth, features NFC pairing, and also support for Qualcomm aptX technology.

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At the back, we have a list of features and detailed specifications of the Edifier W855BT as well as more images of the product itself.

Opening up the package reveals a hard carry case sitting nicely in the box. The Edifier W855BT and its included accessories are all in the case.

In the carry case we find the Edifier W855BT and a 3.5mm audio cable. It is also supposed to come with a USB charging cable too but somehow, we did not get it with our review unit. Edifier W855BT can be used over a wireless Bluetooth connection or connected via the 3.5mm cable to the audio source, which explains the included 3.5mm cable.
Appearance

The Edifier W855BT has a unique black and brown color scheme which reminds me of a coffee bean. The driver shells are plastic with some aluminum-alloy for the height sliders. The earcups and headband cushions are wrapped in leather.

The Edifier W855BT design is pretty simple with only a single EDIFIER logo found on the outer side of the headband. The amount of padding on the headband is adequate for comfortable use even over extended periods.

At the bottom of the headphones we have a microUSB connector for charging and also the 3.5mm audio jack for wired mode. The on/off and Bluetooth pairing switch are unified. The audio cable is one meter in length, suitable for smartphones or laptops.

On the right shell we have the volume and playback control. All the buttons are easy to reach and have a nice tactile feedback when clicked. Double clicking on the play button also works to trigger the speed dial function.

The Edifier W855BT comes with 40mm neodymium drivers, which are pretty average. The earcups are over-ear ones, with a nice soft cushion wrapped in leather. There are also small holes inside of the earcups to help ventilate your ears. The earcups can swivel around and extend to offer a more comfortable fit.

The height slider is made of aluminium-alloy. At first I thought it’s just a strong plastic but actually it is metal with a thick coat of paint. By extending the slider to its maximum length, the Edifier W855BT is ready for some big heads.
Specifications

User Experience
Pairing the Edifier W855BT to your smartphone is very easy. Just go to your smartphone’s Bluetooth setting and hold Edifier W855BT’s Bluetooth switch, and it will automatically connect without any further steps. There’s an audible notification and aptX pop-up (if your device supports aptX) on your device once the headphones are successfully connected.

Edifier W855BT is very comfortable to use with its padded headband and over-ear earcups wrapped in leather. Even during long extended periods of listening, it was still very comfortable and I didn’t feel the need to take it off for a break. That is when I decided to use it during sleep and replace my IEM with it. The only problem when using the Edifier W855BT during sleep is when you sleep on the right side is you might accidentally increases or decrease the volume. With the closed-back design coupled with the earcups cocooning my ears, noise isolation is also quite excellent. After a month of using it while sleeping, I can guarantee its sturdy build quality.

Now let’s talk about sound quality. The Edifier W855BT features support for the aptX audio codec which delivers CD-like quality over a Bluetooth connection. The aptX codec replicates the entire frequency of the audio, reproducing pure sound and ensuring that users hear everything as the artist intended. The end result is audio quality that equals a wired connection. The audio quality produced by the Edifier W855BT is admirable especially the bass. The bass is strong yet doesn’t overpower the mid frequencies. The well balanced audio is continued with the high frequencies shining bright, allowing me to enjoy any genre of music I listen to.
EDIFIER claims the Edifier W855BT can do 20-hours of talk-time and 400-hours in standby with a single charge. On average, I managed to use it for 3 nights before needing to recharge it. It is definitely capable to last for more a few days if you use it for random hour-long listening sessions. Since it uses a microUSB connector, charging it is not difficult as you can use any smartphone charger to charge it.
Conclusion
Edifier W855BT has definitely shown me how good a wireless headphone can be. Its sturdy build quality is also proven through my usage during rough sleep. Edifier W855BT audio quality is as good as it looks, but getting it online could be difficult. I only found one on Lazada and it’s priced at RM430.

It’s quite a sum of money to pay but for me, it’s totally worth it the price. After considering all the features and build quality, the Edifier W855BT is totally deserving of our Gold Pokdeward.
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Internet Service Disruption for TM Unifi in Subang Area Confirmed – Cable Theft Issue

Internet Service Disruption for TM Unifi in Subang Area Confirmed

#unifiAlerts Cable theft detected in Subang.A total of 7 copper bundles damaged,affecting over 1,800 broadband &TM fixed line customers.Our technicians are on location doing repairs.Due to the severity of the damage,repairs are expected to take a couple of days.Will keep u posted pic.twitter.com/Hcq2TsLo7r
— unifi (@unifi) December 11, 2018

If you are a TM Unifi customer based in Subang and are currently having trouble getting internet access or facing major slowdowns, this may be the reason why.
According to the official Unifi Twitter account, an apparent cable theft has been detected in Subang. Roughly sever copper bundles were damaged, which resulted in over 1,800 broadband and TM fixed line customer facing major issues.

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At the moment, TM has already sent their technicians to inspect and do the necessary repairs. Unfortunately, it may take a couple of days due to the severity of the damage.
In a follow-up tweet, it was mentioned that this issue affected those specifically in the Subang Jaya area. If you’re in a different part of Subang and are facing issues, it may be unrelated to this matter.
We will be reporting more about this as soon as information becomes available. If you have any information about the theft, do contact and lodge the necessary reports to your local authorities.
Pokdepinion: Oh wow, wasn’t expecting something like this out of the blue. If you have any friends in the Subang Jaya area currently facing internet service disruption, share this to them. It will be helpful so they can be aware of what’s happening.
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CircoLoco Records Is A New Record Label From Rockstar Games And CircoLoco

Rockstar Games has just announced that they are launching a new records label called CircoLoco Records in partnership with CircoLoco who is best known for their parties, club nights and dance events the world over. CircoLoco is also partly responsible for nurturing the careers of many of the biggest names in dance music, including GTA Online: After Hours and The Cayo Perico Heist DJs The Blessed Madonna, Dixon, Tale of Us, Solomun and Moodymann.
Introducing CircoLoco Records from Rockstar Games and CircoLoco

CircoLoco Records is putting together familiar faces from GTA Online and CircoLoco’s past and future in a whole new way, embracing dance music culture through one of the most tumultuous times in club history. The new record company will be debuting a few EPs featuring tracks from the label’s forthcoming first compilation album, Monday Dreamin’.
Furthermore, CircoLoco Records will feature new music from Music Locker resident DJ Moodymann, After Hours resident Dixon, Carl Craig, Luciano, Seth Troxler, and Rampa, as well as contributions from some of the visionaries and icons from every age of CircoLoco’s greatest parties. The company will also be featuring up and coming artists including Sama’ Abdulhadi, Lost Souls of Saturn & TOKiMONSTA, Red Axes, and many more.

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Their first EP, Monday Dreamin’ Blue EP, will drop on 4 June and features new tracks from Sama’ Abdulhadi, Kerri Chandler, Rampa, and Seth Troxler alongside a new Dixon remix of Deichkind’s “Autonom.” Further EPs will release weekly in the lead-up to the full compilation’s release on 9 July. The Seth Troxler track, “Lumartes” is available to stream now.
For more information on CircoLoco Records, check out their official website here.
Pokdepinion: Now this is interesting. I like listening to the music in GTA but I never thought Rockstar would create a records company around the artists in the game. Kudos to them.
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New Nexus Devices

Google just announced Android L as Android 5.0 Lollipop. And as per tradition, with every release of a major update to Android, new Nexus devices are also unveiled. And this year we have the Nexus 9, a tablet from HTC and the Nexus 6, a large phone by Motorola and last but not least the first device to run Android TV, the Nexus Player by ASUS.

First off, the Nexus 9 is a 8.9″ tablet with 4:3 viewing ratio with a 2048×1536 (2K) screen. The 4:3 viewing ratio is quite a surprise as Google stuck with 16:9 ratio for both the Nexus 7 tablets and a 16:10 ratio for the Nexus 10. Is this departure from 16:9 a sign that Google is indirectly agreeing with Apple that 4:3 is the best ratio for a tablet?

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Well enough about the screen, it is powered by a NVIDIA Tegra K1 dual core (gasp!) 64 bit processor running at up to 2.3GHz. What’s interesting about this is instead of the regular K1 which are 32 bit quad cores based on the A15 architecture, these are 64 bit cores. This should mean that NVIDIA is basing their new K1 on the A57 architecture which supports 64 bit. And thanks to it being built by HTC you also get stereo frontal speakers with HTC BoomSound enhancement. From the press photos, the speakers are very subtle looking. Here’s hoping they don’t sound subtle at all. It has a 8MP rear camera and a 1.6MP front camera and comes in either 16GB or 32GB WiFi variants and a 32GB LTE version. As usual, no microSD expansion for Nexus devices. The pricing for this tablet on the Google Play store is as follows: 16GB for $399 USD, 32 GB for $479 USD, and 32GB LTE for $599 USD.

“A bigger phone with more everything.” To me that is quite true since this Nexus has more speakers (stereo now), more megapixels in the camera, larger screen, and also more processing power. Anyway, it has a 5.96″ 2560×1440 AMOLED screen, a Snapdragon 805 processor, and also a 13MP camera with OIS and f/2.0 aperture. What really sounds nice to me in this phone is that it comes with a 3220mAh battery. Let’s hope it also translate to good battery life. Google also included fast charge in this device, promising 6 hours of use with only 15 minutes of charging. And once again, no microSD card expansion. However it comes in larger capacities that before. Coming in 32GB and 64GB variants, I think that finally it may be time to retire the “NO MICROSD SLOT” argument against the Nexus 6. It is also quite a step away from previous Nexus’s considering that it carries a the stylised M logo on the back. Previous Nexus phones never carried their OEM’s logos. The gigantic handset will be available for preorder beginning in late October from the Google Play Store starting from $649 USD which makes it the most expensive Nexus phone ever.

I actually wish that they would stop trying to make smart set top boxes and focus on portable devices. But Google did launch the Nexus player which has some pretty beefy specs too. A 1.8GHz Intel Atom quad core processor is powering this little puck of a console. However the 1GB RAM is quite a let down for me. It only has 8GB of memory thus no storing entire k-drama series on this thing. The remote is voice enabled so you can talk to your TV if that is your thing. And if you just want to play games on your TV, there is a wireless gamepad (sold separately).

These are the services Google hopes you will use on the Nexus Player. While personally I would prefer a HTPC set up in my living room compared to these consoles, there will definitely be some who prefer the compact size of the Player. Costing $99 USD, it is definitely cheaper than a HTPC though.

SOURCE: Google Blog

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[E3 2018] Battlefield V Gets Multiplayer Teaser – Explosive Combat, Vehicular Destruction

Adding on to what we know so far about the game, EA has released a teaser for the multiplayer portion of the upcoming Battlefield V at EA Play 2018 @ E3 2018. It’s certainly an explosive teaser, to say the least.
E3 2018: Battlefield V Gets Multiplayer Teaser

At EA Play 2018 @ E3 2018, EA announced more details for DICE’s Battlefield V title, the 1st person shooter set in World War 2. The EA Play Live Press Conference 2018 kicked things off with Battlefield V.
The footage we see introduces us to a teaser for the multiplayer portion of Battlefield V with vehicle combat, destructive environments, and a hail of bullets being showcased. Tomorrow, we will get a single player reveal at the Microsoft conference and a Battle Royale mode will be coming to the title after release but we will get more details on that later this year.

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Getting you guys up to speed with what we know so far, Battlefield V got a gameplay reveal trailer back in May along with details about DLC and a release date. We already know that post-launch DLC for the game will be free to all players.
The Deluxe Edition will allow gamers early access 3 days before the game’s  launch. Gamers who are members of the EA Access or Origin Access will get to jump onto the game on 11th October 2018 for a Play First Trial.
Gamers who pre-order any edition, of the game with the Battlefield V Enlister Offer will get early access to the Open Beta as well as in-game benefits such as soldier customization options, access to Special Assignments, and access to 5 weapons to use in Battlefield 1.
Battlefield V will launch on 16th October 2018 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Be sure to watch the multiplayer teaser trailer at the top of this post.
For more developments and news on EA’s reveals at E3 2018, be sure to stay tuned to Pokde.net :)
Pokdepinion: Well, most people will be buying this for the multiplayer anyway, and I have my doubts with the single player portion. This one looks pretty enticing, that I have to admit.
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Purchase The HUAWEI P50 Pro And P50 Pocket And Get Free Gifts Worth RM1,199

HUAWEI has just announced a new deal along with their recently launched HUAWEI P50 Pro and HUAWEI P50 Pocket smartphones. Users who purchase either smartphone will stand to receive free gifts worth up to RM1,199.
Get deals on the HUAWEI P50 Pro and P50 Pocket now

From now until 31st March, users can get great deals and promotions on the HUAWEI P50 Pro and P50 Pocket from the HUAWEI Official Website, HUAWEI Experience Stores, HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee and HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada. Below are all the deals users can get during this period:

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Purchase the HUAWEI P50 Pro (retail price RM4,199) and get FREE HUAWEI FreeBuds Pro (worth RM699)
Purchase the HUAWEI P50 Pocket (retail price RM5,999) or HUAWEI P50 Pocket Premium Edition (retail price RM7,299) and get HUAWEI FreeBuds Studio Gold colour (worth RM1,199)
Purchase the HUAWEI P50 Pro and HUAWEI FreeBuds Lipstick bundle (worth RM5,198) and receive RM499 off total purchase
Purchase the HUAWEI P50 Pocket (White) and HUAWEI FreeBuds Lipstick bundle (worth RM6,998) and receive RM499 off total purchase
Purchase the HUAWEI P50 Pocket Premium Edition (Gold) and HUAWEI FreeBuds Lipstick bundle (worth RM8,298) and receive RM699 off total purchase

Both the HUAWEI P50 Pro and HUAWEI P50 Pocket come with a Snapdragon 888 4G chipset inside. The P50 Pro comes with a Dual-Matrix Camera that utilises its 50MP True-Chroma main camera, 13MP ultra-wide camera, 64MP telephoto camera as well as a 40MP monochrome camera to take stunning photos. Supported by its HUAWEI XD Optics, HUAWEI XD Fusion Pro and True-Chroma Image Engine features that are capable of producing photos with enhanced detail, colour and brightness.
The 13MP selfie camera is also capable of capturing 4K video as well as a Pro Dual-View Video recording, a feature that allows users to capture two high-definition videos simultaneously through the front and rear cameras. Other features include a 6.6-inch FHD+ OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate, 8GB RAM, 256GB internal storage, dual speakers, IP68 water resistance and a 4,360mAh battery with support for 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge and 50W Wireless HUAWEI SuperCharge.
You can read our review of the HUAWEI P50 Pro right here.

Meanwhile, the HUAWEI P50 Pocket is HUAWEI’s newest foldable smartphone with a clamshell design. It includes the debut of HUAWEI’s Ultra Spectrum Camera Matrix that includes a 40MP True-Chroma Camera, a 13MP Ultra-Wide Angle Lens, a 32MP Ultra Spectrum Camera, 10-Channel Multi-Spectrum Sensor, Ultra Spectrum illuminator and AF Laser. Combined with the HUAWEI XD Fusion Pro feature, the P50 Pocket is capable of capturing more detailed photos with professional-looking quality.
The HUAWEI P50 Pocket touts a 6.9-inch OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 300Hz touch sampling rate as well as a secondary Cover Screen on the outside of the device. The device also comes with up to 8GB RAM, up to 512GB internal storage, dual speakers and a 4,000mAh battery with support for 40W HUAWEI SuperCharge.
Click here to read our review of the HUAWEI P50 Pocket.
Pokdepinion: Seems like this is the best time to get your hands on a spanking new HUAWEI P50 Pro or HUAWEI P50 Pocket.
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MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi Review — blurring the lines

The Intel Z590 platform is pretty interesting. For starters, there’s now a wider 8-lane DMI 3.0 interface between the 11th Gen Intel Core CPUs and Intel Z590 chipset. That and it also enabled a few new connectivity options which are utilized to great effect on the latest Intel Z590 motherboards like the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi. Without further ado, let’s check it out.
Unboxing

The box of the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi is a rather interesting departure from the previous generations MSI MPG Carbon motherboards. Instead of a race car-themed motif, they went with colorful lines instead. I don’t really mind the box and I do think it looks better than having a sports car on the box.

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The contents of the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi’s packaging are really complete, with everything you would need for your build, including a little screwdriver. Unfortunately the screwdriver doesn’t work with the smaller M.2 screws, but I guess you should have your own precision tools set. I also really like that MSI replaced the typical driver CD with a thumb drive that looks very sweet too. Bonus points are given for the brush in the box as well, complete with two ends, one softer and one stiffer to dislodge more stubborn dirt during your maintenance later in the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi’s lifecycle.
Appearance

Design wise, the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi definitely lives up to its name. There is a liberal application of carbon fiber-like patterns across the board. The MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi is quite a huge upgrade over its predecessor, with an extra M.2 slot and a VRM heatsink that offers a lot more surface area than the MPG Z490 Gaming Carbon WiFi board that came before. Just by looking at it, we can see that the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi is a lot more enthusiast-oriented than its predecessor.

The rear I/O on the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi is pretty nice, with three USB 3.2 Gen2 ports, two USB 3.0 ports and four USB 2.0 ports. There is also a USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (20Gbps) Type-C port for the next-gen external drives. And while MSI didn’t include a BIOS reset button on the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi, there’s a Flash BIOS Button to help enthusiasts update to the latest BIOS without having to go through the BIOS itself.

The RGB on the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi is very nice, with the I/O shroud and PCH heatsink glowing. The transitions are smooth and the lighting is also quite diffused, which is something that I am quite particular about. If you view the board from underneath, you might see the naked LEDs, but there are virtually no cases with that much space under the motherboard to let you see it from that angle.
Specifications
MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi Specs

CPU support
LGA1200
10th Gen Intel Core Processors
11th Gen Intel Core Processors
Pentium Gold G6, Celeron G5 Processors

Power
1 x 24-pin ATX
2 x 8-pin EATX 12V
ISL69269 PWM controller (12-phase)
16 x RAA220075 (75A) powerstage for VCore
1 x RAA220075 (75A) powerstage for iGPU
1 x NCP252160 (60A) powerstage for SA

Chipset
Intel Z590

Memory
4 x DDR4 DIMM, max. 128GB un-buffered memory
Up to 5333MHz (OC)

Multi-GPU Support
3-way AMD CrossFireX

Expansion slots
PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16 electrically – from CPU)
PCIe 3.0 x1 – from chipset
PCIe 3.0 x16 (x8 electrically – from CPU)
PCIe 3.0 x1 – from chipset
PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 electrically – from chipset)

Storage
6 x SATA 6 Gb/s, supports RAID 0,1,10
1 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 – from 11th Gen CPU
2 x M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4/SATA – from chipset

Network
Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210
Intel I225V 2.5GbE LAN

USB
Rear I/O:
1 x USB 3.2 2×2 Type-C (20Gbps)
3 x USB 3.1 (10Gbps)
2 x USB 3.0 (5Gbps)
4 x USB 2.0
On-board headers:
1 x USB 3.1 Type-C (10Gbps)
1 x USB 3.0 (5Gbps) (2 ports each)
2 x USB 2.0 (2 ports each)

Audio
Realtek ALC4080 CODEC
5 x audio jacks (rear)
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
1 x front panel audio connector

Display output
1 x HDMI 2.0b
1 x DisplayPort 1.4

Other onboard connectors
1 x CPU fan header
1 x Pump fan header
6 x Chassis fan headers
1 x RGB headers
2 x ARGB headers
1 x 3-pin CORSAIR LED connector
1 x TPM module connector
1 x TBT connector
1 x chassis intrusion connector

Overclocking features
EZ Debug LED
Debug Code LED
Flash BIOS button
BIOS reset jumper

Included accessories
User’s manual
Quick installation guide
USB drive with drivers and utilities
1 x SATA 6Gb/s cable
3 x M.2 Screw
1 x LED RGB splitter
1 x CORSAIR LED cable
1 x ARGB cable
Case badge
MPG sticker
SATA cable sticker
Product registration card
Small screwdriver set
Small brush

Form factor
ATX (12″ x 9.6″)

Test System

CPU
Intel Core i9-11900K

Cooler
Cooler Master ML240R

Motherboard
MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi (BIOS ver.137)

GPU
ASUS ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3090 OC Edition

Memory
2 x 8GB T-FORCE XTREEM ARGB DDR4-3600 CL14

Storage
Kingston UV400 120GB
Kingston UV500 1TB
Seagate FireCuda SSHD 1TB
Kingston KC2500 1TB

Power Supply
Cooler Master V1200 Platinum

Taking a Closer Look
VRMs

The MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi is definitely ready for the higher power draws of the 11th Gen Intel Core processors with a dual 8-pin EPS power connector and the beefy VRM heatsink. Rather than the aluminium chunks of its predecessor, you now get a nice funky-looking heatsink that might be designed to look like an audio equalizer. There’s plenty of surface area for the heat from the VRM to be dissipated here.

With an Intel Core i9-11900K overclocked to 5.1GHz drawing around 250W through the power delivery system, the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi’s 16 RAA220075 power stages rated for 75A each handled the load quite well with the highest temperatures recorded being just 70.5°C. Do note that our testing scenario is pretty much a worst case scenario for VRM cooling, with the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi installed on an open bench with an AIO used for CPU cooling. Air cooling enthusiasts may fare even better, with the rather large surface area available on the VRM heatsink of the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi.

The heatsink’s heft and heatpipe connecting them seems to have helped the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi tackle the power draw of the Intel Core i9-11900K with aplomb, and I do commend on MSI’s approach to add more surface area here, rather than go with a design that focuses on aesthetics rather than performance.
Storage and Expansion

The MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi definitely has enough M.2 slots to satiate most storage hoarders. The top slot supports PCIe 4.0 speeds if an 11th Gen Intel Core processor is used, while the lower two slots are controlled by the Intel Z590 chipset, and thus top out at PCIe 3.0 speeds. The lowest M.2 slot will disable two SATA ports if used, so if you are planning on loading the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi up with storage, do take note of this.

Every M.2 slot comes with a heatspreader, but curiously enough MSI decided to use three different screw sizes here. It can make undoing all the heatspreaders quite annoying. Not to mention that the middle M.2 slot’s heatspreader is a huge plate that extends over the PCH heatsink as well, requiring a total of four screws to be undone before a M.2 SSD can be installed there. It’s quite ironic though as the top slot is the one that can work with much hotter M.2 PCIe 4.0 SSDs, and yet it only gets a simple heatspreader that isn’t much larger than the M.2 drives themselves.

The PCIe slots are also spread out quite well, allowing you to use multi-GPU configurations quite well. However it is quite weird that MSI didn’t go for SLI certification even though the two reinforced M.2 slots are actually capable of running in x8 when both are occupied. There’s probably no point going for SLI certification when only the GeForce RTX 3090 can support it though…
Speaking of the GeForce RTX 3090, when I was benching the Intel Core i9-11600K with the ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3090 OC Edition on this motherboard, the system rebooted by itself every time I tried to benchmark Ghost Recon Breakpoint.

I then connected a 6-pin PCIe power connector to the port on the bottom edge of the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi, and I had no crashes since. HWiNFO reported the GPU pulling just 38W from the PCIe slot, which is well below the 75W that the PCIe slots are supposed to deliver to the cards.
It is also worth mentioning that I didn’t need any additional power connectors when I was using another Z590 motherboard to complete the Core i9-11900K review, so I am not sure what’s going on here exactly. Cable management can get difficult with a 6-pin PCIe connector stuck to the bottom of the board, but it definitely beats having a crashing system.
Audio

MSI equipped the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi with the latest Realtek ALC4080, which is an upgrade over the ubiquitous ALC1220 codec. In terms of specifications there aren’t many changes, but MSI added a Savitech SV3H712 headphone amp to handle higher impedance headphones that most basic onboard audio solutions will struggle with.
Networking

For networking, you get the choice of either 2.5Gbps LAN powered by the Intel I225-V, or 2.4Gbps WiFi 6 with the Intel WiFi 6E AX210. Yeah, the newer WiFi adapter doesn’t bring with it faster speeds, but the ability to support 6GHz bands means that if you have a WiFi 6E router, you will be able to enjoy much lower congestion. Not to mention that since very few people will own a WiFi 6E router at this point, congestion will most probably not be an issue for quite some time.
User Experience
BIOS

MSI’s Click BIOS 5 is here on the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi, and it offers pretty much all the features that we have seen on the higher-end MSI boards we have reviewed previously, which is nice. It seems that MSI doesn’t really try to pare back features on their more affordable motherboards which is nice. They have finally dropped the Board Explorer page too, which I did find to be cool, but not important enough to be baked into the BIOS.

They still haven’t fixed the M-Flash utility though, which was a pretty clunky way of flashing the BIOS. Not to worry though, as the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi does support USB BIOS flashing by simply sticking a USB drive with a supported BIOS into the rear I/O and pressing a button.
Overclocking

The MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi does have a few features targeted towards overclocking enthusiasts, like the POST code readout and also the EZ Debug LED. The latter now lights up in multiple colors versus the MSI boards we saw in the past that had four white LEDs. The different colors makes it much easier for you to identify what’s going wrong when you have the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi installed in a case. Speaking of a case, the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi doesn’t have any on-board buttons, which makes it a rather poor candidate for benching sessions.

It even lacks a BIOS reset button, which is quite important when you are pushing the limits of your system. All MSI gives you is a little header for resetting the BIOS, which you will have to go ol’ skool with a jumper, or use your case’s reset switch as a BIOS reset button. It’s not ideal, but you can definitely get around to some nice overclocks with the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi.
In my experience, we managed to push our Intel Core i9-11900K to the same 5.1GHz core, 4.6GHz cache at 1.35V that we achieved with the much more expensive ROG Maximus XIII Hero. Of course the trial-and-error process is going to be more stressful with the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi, considering the lack of a BIOS reset button, unlike their higher-end boards. But as mentioned earlier, it should be fine if used in a case, like most people will.
Software

MSI Center has been revamped, with a much more modern UI now. The overall experience is still pretty much the same, but they have now refined it by making all the features optional as modules, rather than forcing everything onto you in a single piece of software.

While the setup is slightly more cumbersome now, you can literally overclock your CPU, tune the fan and even enable stuff like noise cancellation here. Of course Mystic Light is also present here. Aside from the newer UI, Mystic Light is kept pretty similar, for better or worse.

Or you can always just turn off all the LEDs on the motherboard and connected RGB/ARGB devices with this simple switch.
Conclusion
MSI decisions with the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi makes for a rather interesting motherboard. While it isn’t as full-featured when it comes to overclocking as the MSI MEG boards, it still offers enthusiasts who want a more affordable option a number of nice features like the POST code readout and also a nifty EZ Debug LED that helps you quickly identify what’s failing the POST process. And while there are no on-board buttons, the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi will work great when used with a case, where you will not be able to access the on-board buttons anyway.

Aside from that, it is also a very well fleshed out motherboard. You get the latest ALC4080 codec, USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 connectivity and even WiFi 6E with the Intel WiFi 6E AX210. Even the VRMs, which were a sore point for MSI’s previous mid-range motherboards, have been significantly upgraded with better power stages and also a more effective heatsink, allowing them to run pretty cool even with an Intel Core i9-11900K drawing 250W through them.

There’s very little to complain about the motherboard, with the only exception being the rather substantial price increase from its predecessor. But I guess considering that this is a significantly upgraded motherboard, the RM1899 price tag is almost justified. Of course, that depends on whether you need the new features on the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi. If not, you can always get the older boards, which MSI has already updated to support the PCIe 4.0 connectivity enabled by the 11th Gen Intel Core processors.

Our thanks to MSI Malaysia for sending us the MSI MPG Z590 Gaming Carbon WiFi for review.
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Refurbished Note 7 confirmed, markets to be announced; will we find out more at Galaxy Unpacked 2017?

As we have previously discussed, the ill-fated flagship that was the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 will be making a comeback, as Samsung made an announcement confirming that they will refurbish and recycle the Galaxy Note 7 devices. This was quite expected from the Korean manufacturer, as they have spent so much on R&D, was forced to spend even more to recall all the devices, so they can’t possibly toss them all in the trash and call it a day.

According to the announcement, the Galaxy Note 7s they have recalled will be processed in an environment-friendly manner. The refurbished devices will be sold or used as rental phones. Salveagable components like the camera modules and semiconductors will be removed and used for testing purposes, while precious metals will be extracted from the devices by companies specializing in the processes necessary.

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We know that Samsung will definitely put in a smaller but safer battery into the Galaxy Note 7, which should affect the battery life by a bit. The more pressing matter is how will Samsung price this device, as Samsung did announce that these devices will be considered “refurbished” phones, which probably means a more palatable price than the RM3199 that Samsung asked for when it first arrived here in Malaysia.
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Pokdepinion: I wonder if the Galaxy Note 7 owners who opted to swap their defective devices with the Galaxy S7 Edge will have the option to get the refurbished Galaxy Note 7? After all, most of the Galaxy Note users are interested in the S Pen functionality more than anything else. Let’s all tune in to the Galaxy Unpacked 2017 livestream at 11pm tonight!
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OPPO Celebrates This Merdeka With Lucky Draw Prizes Worth RM100,000

From now till the 19th of September 2021, OPPO Malaysia is hosting a Merdeka celebration which you can get deals, free gifts and lucky draw prizes worth a total of RM100,000.
OPPO Malaysians, in Portrait Bonanza

You might have heard about the recent OPPO Reno6 Series. Well the company is offering you the chance to purchase a new OPPO Enco Air for the price of RM150 to go along with one of the smartphones, allowing you to save RM149.

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There’s also free gifts on offer such as a free Marshall Backpack and OPPO Tumbler when you purchase the OPPO Reno6 Pro and more as shown in the picture above.
Then there’s the lucky draw of course. To enter, you can follow these steps:

Purchase any OPPO smartphone
Download the My OPPO App and register as a new user
Participate in the Malaysians, in Portrait Bonanza Lucky Draw via the My OPPO App and fill in your particulars

Prizes include 43″ Smart TVs, 8kg Washing Machines, and the OPPO Reno6 Z. The winners will be announced through the My OPPO App on the 24th of September 2021.
For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: Just don’t forget to register your entry when you get one of their devices. Who wouldn’t want to win a free TV, right?
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Far Cry New Dawn Review: Only If You Want the Narrative Experience

What is Far Cry New Dawn About?

Far Cry New Dawn is considered a spin-off game and a direct narrative sequel to Far Cry 5. It takes place 17 years after the Hope County incident which saw the world ravaged by a nuclear war. As a result, the world is undergoing a phenomenon known as the “Super Bloom”, which resulted in a lush and vibrant environment across the world.

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The survivors that had taken shelter underground begin to emerge and rebuild society. The Hope County survivors found the settlement of Prosperity, but are soon attacked by the Highwaymen, a roving band of organized bandits led by twin sisters Mickey and Lou. Desperate for help, Carmina Rye appeals to another survivor group led by Thomas Rush and a man known only as the “Captain”.

With no other choice left, the alliance between the survivors and New Eden, which consisted of the remnants of the Project at Eden’s Gate, were formed. However, the people of New Eden may end up being a much greater threat that the Highwaymen themselves, especially with a familiar face seemingly lurking in the shadows.
Rebuilding Hope and Prosperity

Just like the most recent entry in the series, Far Cry New Dawn is still an open world first-person shooter. You will have a ton of quests to go through which will consist of the main storyline quests and a large number of optional side quests. For most parts from the start of the game, you will be rebuilding the settlement of Prosperity.
What you will need to do is to convince some key people in the world map to join your settlement and also gather a variety of resources. Of course, it wouldn’t be a game if the people would join you so easily. Usually, you’ll be given some arbitrary tasks such as collecting a specific item or chasing down specific individuals in order for these people to join you.

The individuals that will be recruited usually have specific purposes. For example, Bean will provide valuable scouting intel via his service known as “Wikibeania”. However, this service will come at the cost of resources. Eventually, you will also be able to recruit people who will actively join you in combat. Not only does it make combat easier, it also makes travelling the vast open world environment more entertaining.

For most parts, Far Cry New Dawn doesn’t really have much differences with Far Cry 5 save for some explorable areas and expedition missions which take you to missions outside of Hope County. You’ll be spending most of the time rebuilding Prosperity, going through repetitive missions, and progressing through the story whenever possible. In this sense, it doesn’t quite feel like a brand new game but rather, slapping on a new narrative on top of Far Cry 5.

Whether that’s a good thing or not depends solely on gamers’ individual tastes. If you were invested in Far Cry 5’s storyline and would like to know the fates of certain characters as well as what happened after the nuclear incident, then you’d have no complaints whatsoever. After all, reusing assets from Far Cry 5 would speed up this game’s development. However, if you’re expecting a fresh gaming experience, you will be disappointed.
Combat is Fun But Easily Exploitable

The core element of Far Cry New Dawn is that it’s a first-person shooter in an open world environment. It does incorporate some role-playing game elements that will strengthen the protagonist as you continue playing the game. At the beginning, there isn’t much to enjoy as you will only have access to the most basic equipment possible.
As you slowly start to improve the Prosperity settlement and unlock a variety of new equipment, that’s when the real fun starts. You can choose from a variety of weapons including sniper rifles, shotguns, and even melee weapons. These weapons are divided into four quality classes, with fourth class being the strongest and hardest to obtain.

To obtain them, all you have to do is ensure that certain facilities in the settlement have been upgraded to the required level and gather the necessary resources to craft them. When all is said and done, simply head out and fire away. Due to the fact it is a single player game, you will be fighting against A.I.-controlled enemies, which then brings us into our next problem.

The programming for the A.I. is terrible. The enemies usually have questionable aim across all difficulties, and it’s easy to dodge attack when all you need to is simply take a step back. This easily gives the chance for any players to exploit the A.I. and breeze through every skirmish with barely a scratch. In fact, your A.I.-controlled allies will easily mow down the enemies if you choose to be passive in combat.

Looking past that, the combat is still quite fun and chaotic at times. The auditory feedback you get with every single shot is strangely satisfying. The perk points obtained in battle and after missions can be used in the perks section of your status screen, which functions similarly to a skill tree. This, paired with the gratifying combat can get you invested in the game until the end but that’s only if you can look past the exploitable A.I.
Far Cry New Dawn Verdict

Far Cry New Dawn isn’t a game that is meant for everyone. In fact, even fans of the series might not enjoy it as much. It’s essentially Far Cry 5 but with a relatively new environment and a continuing storyline. The game can be repetitive and surprisingly easy, so it may end up boring a large number of gamers out there.
However, it’s not actually a bad game. If you’re invested in the Hope Country narrative and would like to know the fates of certain characters, then this game would certainly be of value to you. Personally, I’d say this game is worth getting only when there’s a discount for it. And with that, I award Far Cry New Dawn with our Bronze Pokdeward.

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Axiata Partners With Boosts In Hosting Axiata Game Hero — Free Fire Tournament With RM500,000 Prize Pool

Axiata Group Berhad has partnered with Boost and establish them as the official partner and payment channel for Axiata Game Hero here in Malaysia. Gamers can now enter Axiata Game Hero through the Boost app, available both on the Apple App Store and Google Play.
As you might have guessed, thanks to the partnership, you can utilize Boost to buy gaming credit, aside from entering the tournament itself. The Axiata Game Hero tournament is being touted as the first mobile tournament of its kind in the region and involves the participation of Axiata’s operating companies from other countries across Asia such as Cambodia, Indonesia, and Bangladesh.
What’s the game that gamers will be contesting in? Well it’s none other than Garena’s Free Fire battle royale game. If you are interested in joining, the Axiata Game Hero tournament is open to all Malaysians and there’s a one-time fee of RM10. You can register yourself here and verify a Free Fire account using a valid Free Fire nickname and ID. Alternatively you can sign up through Boost.

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The tournament trials has already begun and you can compete from now until 31st October 2019 to be the top three squads from each country. They will then meet in Kuala Lumpur for the Axiata Game Hero Final Grand Championship for a shot of the RM500,000 prize pool.
Pokdepinion: I can’t remember the last time I’ve touched the game. I think it was back when we did our King of Mobile tournament so I’m pretty sure I’m rusty at it. If you’re a fan of the game, why not give it a go? Who knows, you might win :P
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HP acquires HyperX gaming peripherals brand for $425 million

HP has just announced its acquisition of HyperX, the renowned gaming division of Kingston. HP is acquiring only the gaming peripherals division of the HyperX, which is notably enjoying quite a large fanbase recently with the success of the HyperX Cloud series of headphones.
HP will be paying a good $425 million for the HyperX peripherals business, while Kingston retains the HyperX branding for DRAM, flash and SSD products. While HP will own the HyperX brand of peripherals, the HyperX Ngenuity companion app will reportedly continue being available for gamers to customize their HyperX peripherals, instead of being rolled into the OMEN Gaming Hub.

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HP has been trying to enter the gaming peripherals market with their HP Omen brand, but it definitely was not as successful as the competition like the Republic of Gamers or Razer. The purchase of HyperX should strengthen their push into the segment.
Aside from the renowned HyperX Cloud series of headphones, HyperX also offers a wide variety of gaming accessories like gaming keyboards, mice and even the popular QuadCast microphone. We will have to see how HP will take advantage of their acquisition.
Pokdepinion: HP, HyperX. Sounds like a match made in heaven to me.
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Fancy the upcoming premium phablet, Samsung Galaxy Note 9? Well, if you’re a Fortnite Mobile gamer, you might have another reason to pre-order it.
You Can Get 15,000 V-Bucks in Fortnite Mobile with Samsung Galaxy Note 9?
Picture credits: XDA Developers

If you love playing Epic Games’ Fortnite and want to go mobile on Android, there may be another reason to cave into pre-ordering a Samsung Galaxy Note 9 besides the rumored thirty days of exclusivity.
Apparently, those who grab Samsung’s upcoming device might get an extra perk in the form of 15,000 V-Bucks to spend in the game’s microtransactions, if a report by XDA Developers is to be believed.
The report is based on data mining of Epic Games’ own entitlement API, so it should be reasonably solid. Yet, of course, nothing has been announced or confirmed by either Epic Games or Samsung, so I wouldn’t go buying the upcoming premium phablet just yet. However, with the launch slowly creeping up, we’re bound to hear more on this very soon.
Just recently, Epic Games confirmed that the game will completely bypass Google’s own storefront on Android (Play Store), which is certainly a bold move. Yet, it’s certainly not unique. For example, giant Japanese mobile publisher DMM has its own distribution platform that can be downloaded via its own website.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will be launching on 9th August 2018. We will be reporting it as the launch goes on so be sure to stay tuned to Pokde.net for more news and information about it.

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Pokdepinion: I would only consider it a bonus for the purchase but I don’t think anyone should buy it for the sole purpose of acquiring those V-Bucks in Fortnite Mobile.

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Lazada Prepares Deals For This Raya Together-gether Campaign

Lazada is prepping up for the upcoming festive season witht heir Raya Together-gether campaign, where from now until 23rd May 2019, they’ve prepared plenty of deals and offers all around.
If you aren’t sure of what to buka puasa with, you can utilize Lazada’s choices of food and beverage vouches, which comes with an additional 5% Lazada Wallet rebate storewide from KFC, Baskin-Robbins, Dahmakan, and buffet offers from 50 hotels in around the country.
Additionally, you can enjoy RM15 off for any RM150 spent of buffet vouchers on 16 and 23 May 2019.

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Thinking about going back to your hometown? Well you can choose to skip the driving and purchase your flight tickets. You’ll get 15% off when you purchase them and a 10% discount on MHinsure when you fly with Malaysia Airlines.
Other than that, Lazada will be hosting their Crazy Flash Sales, up to RM0.50, happening on 16 May 2019 from 12am to 12am. There’s also the Slash It section, where you can slash prices on featured products to as low as RM0,01.
To learn more on what Lazada is offering, you can check out their website here.
Pokdepinion: Hmm, surprisingly I don’t have much in mind to buy for this Hari Raya. Maybe it’s just not the time yet (well maybe I haven’t seen the deals yet :P).
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PlayerUnknown Confirms There Will Be No PUBG 2

Battle royale games has been immense in games these days, ranging from PUBG to Tetris 99. Despite the growing popularity, it seems that Brendan “PlayerUnknown” Greene is moving on to pastures new instead of introducing PUBG 2.
As you might have known, PlayerUnknown is the lead designer and director of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds or simply PUBG. He has announced that his “new day-to-day focus will be heading up to a new division of PUBG Corp: PUBG Special Projects”.  He will still remain as the consulting creative director of the game, but he’s aiming to concentrate on new initiatives for the company.
In a recent interview, Greene gave hints that he’s done with the whole battle royale genre where he said “The last man standing concept is great, but I’ve done that. I don’t really intent to make PUBG 2. I’ve done battle royale, it’s time to try something else”.

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Greene is considered the founder to the battle royale gaming genre, where he came up with H1Z1 and of course PUBG itself. When asked about his Special Projects details, he reveals that there’s not much yet “because I don’t have them yet”. He added that he does want to continue to explore online experiences and figure out how to connect people in new ways.
According to him, there’s no pressure to make it big with Special Projects as there is no timeline what so ever. He concluded by saying “Gaming and the industry has become so hard this is a very lucky thing to have. We can genuinely explore and be curious for some time”.
Pokdepinion: I’ve never been a fan of battle royale games (even Apex legends, if you’re wondering). Hopefully he’ll come out with something new and refreshing for the industry.
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Hot selling honor 8 Pro receives VoLTE update; higher quality calls with the official Mobile Legends smartphone

honor devices are kept abreast with the latest technologies even after being succeeded by newer devices. The honor 8 Pro which is the latest honor device here in Malaysia, has just received an update to support VoLTE. VoLTE uses the LTE network to improve call quality, as well as allowing users to use the internet while calling.

The honor 8 Pro which has just sold out on Vmall recently is no slouch, and the addition of VoLTE will definitely please its users. Interestingly, the honor 8 Pro is claimed to be the first honor device to support VoLTE, while I just received the L09C636B386 update on my honor 8 which added support for VoLTE, among other things. VoLTE on the honor 8 Pro will be supported on Digi, Yes 4G and webe, including in East Malaysia.

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The honor 8 Pro comes with some strong specifications and powerful software features like machine learning integrated into EMUI 5.1. With so much performance on tap, the honor 8 Pro is also the official gaming smartphone for the controversial mobile game Mobile Legends, which is under fire for being a near direct copy of League of Legends.
Pokdepinion: While the update to my honor 8 touts support for VoLTE, I am unable to make VoLTE calls yet on Digi. So maybe the telcos only support the honor 8 Pro, despite the honor 8 having the capabilities for the technology?
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Black Shark 4 Teased With 120W Fast Charging

If you’re a huge fan Black Shark’s offering in the gaming smartphone market, you’ll be glad to know that the newest device is coming in the form of the Black Shark 4, where it will pack a speedy 120W fast charger.
Black Shark 4 coming soon

The news was revealed by the brand’s CEO over at Weibo, where he posted a teaser of their next gaming smartphone. According to the teaser, the Black Shark 4 will be offering a 120W fast charger right out of the box as well as packing a 4500mAh battery under the hood.

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In addition to that, they claim that the device can be charged fully from 0% in just 15 minutes, which is needless to say, super fast.
There’s no official date of release just yet but it’s likely that it will soon be announced seeing the teaser is already up. Details about other specifications is unknown but we expect it to be utilizing a Snapdragon 888 as well as sporting a high refresh rate display.
We’ll update you once there’s more details on the Black Shark 4. Till then, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
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Pokdepinion: It’s been awhile since we’ve gotten our hands on a Black Shark device, the last being the Black Shark 2 Pro. Hopefully the new Black Shark 4 will impress us all.
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Digi Prepaid NEXT Plans Get Refreshed Offering — Here’s What You Can Expect

The folks at Digi has announce of new changes to their Digi Prepaid NEXT plans, where it’s adds update to both new and existing customers.
Digi Prepaid NEXT plans

The plan, which is running from now, offers more value and flexibility to customers at no extra cost. If you’re wondering on what they have to offer, you can refer to the benefits below:

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Upgraded Internet quota – Digi Prepaid NEXT 15 comes with 6GB data and Prepaid NEXT 30 at 20GB, with no speed cap
Free Unlimited Internet For Social Apps – This includes TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter plus up to 6GB of free Hotspot quota. It’s available for those who opt for the new auto renewal feature
Auto Renew – Feature that automatically renews your monthly subscription at the end of the chosen plan’s expiry
Monthly Boosters – You can add on data from as low as RM3 per month so that you can have more internet or choose from the additional choices of Unlimited Calls, Unlimited Video Streaming, Unlimited Music Streaming, and Unlimited Hotspot

If you wish to learn more on the plan or even subscribe to it, you may head over to their website right here. For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: Sounds like a great improvement for the plan. I can’t say much on the service however as I’m not a Digi subscriber myself. Do you think that the new improvement is something you’d appreciate?
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Shopee Now Charging 1.5% Processing Fee On SPayLater Option

Looks like your expenditures might see a notable increase as Shopee is now charging a 1.5% processing fee for their SPayLater option.
New Processing Free for Shopee’s SPayLater

In the Shopee Malaysia Help Centre page, anyone who uses the SPayLater BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) option will be subjected to an additional 1.5% processing fee on the total payment for your purchase. This is similar to the processing fee that has been implemented in the SPayLater installment option earlier in July.

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As for the reasoning behind the move, nothing has been officially mentioned but it’s interesting to note that the move happened around the same time as the service being certified as Shariah-compliant. In case you weren’t aware, Shopee will not charge a 1.5% late fee but instead, they will freeze the user’s account instead. In order to unfreeze it, users will have to pay RM10, and this also applies to the BNPL option on top of the new 1.5% processing fee.
If you’ve never tried the option before, SPayLater can be activated via the Shopee app on your smartphone. In order to be eligible for it, you will have to be a Malaysian citizen who is at least 18 years of age with a valid MyKad or MyPR identification. Users can make payments via online transfer, credit card, debit card, cash payments at 7-Eleven, and via ShopeePay wallet.
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Pokdepinion: As time goes by, it sure does seem like the amount of things we have to pay for are only going up. If only my salary goes up accordingly as well.
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DHLontheGO Allows You To Send International Shipments On WhatsApp

Just recently, the folks at DHL has revealed oof their new DHLOntheGo service, where you can send international shipments from the comforts of your smartphone through WhatsApp.

DHL has launched their new shipping solution using WhatsApp Business API with the introduction of DHLontheGo, where it is currently in its beta testing phase.
The service is available for those in the Klang Valley region at the moment. If you’re interested in giving it a go, well the number that you should contact on WhatsApp is +60162994477.

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It seems that a bot will answer to your inquiry and ask about the details of your item, which includes the type, weight, as well as its value.
Pokdepinion: This will definitely come in handy for those who make international shipments quite often. Hopefully they’ll make more areas to be available for the service in the near future.
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