ASUS RT-AX82U AX5400 Review – A piece of art gaming router

It feels like yesterday, the buzz of IEEE 802.11g being made commercially available, albeit unaffordable. I was there with my Netgear WGR614. Then time lapsed and the 802.11n emerged where I had the ASUS RT-N56U, followed by the groundbreaking 802.11ac era where I had toyed with so many routers, I lost count. But what is important, is that I ended my 802.11ac era with a router that I not only never had regrets getting one, I even bought two of them; the ASUS RT-AC5300.
As you can see the pattern, I have a knack of investing very heavily in my routers by getting something that is undeniably expensive, but lasts me through the end of its era. So it’s no surprise if I tell you that right now that I’m using the ASUS RT-AX11000 as our main gateway. The problem is, these things are really not cheap and a very common question that probably even you get a lot is, “Which router is the best for me?” Although we have made plenty of guides and videos explaining, spending money on something that you can’t physically see with your naked eyes like a wireless network is not easy. Let’s just put it this way, the ASUS RT-AC5300 is still very relevant and powerful today even without 802.11ax capabilities. In fact, 95% chances are that it’s more powerful than the router that you are using currently at your home.
It’s important to know this because today, we have the ASUS RT-AX82U which is around equally capable as the RT-AC5300 but additionally, has 802.11ax capabilities too. The interesting part is, while I also have the RT-AX86U with me here (which will follow up in the next review), I decided to start with this RT-AX82U although it’s the “lesser powerful” in comparison to the RT-AX86U. The reason why I did this has something to do with the next section.

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Unboxing the ASUS RT-AX82U

It’s been a while since I really got attached to a router’s aesthetic and you know that you can’t deny this. The RT-AC5300 brought about a cool spider design concept, so the RT-AX11000 didn’t really wow me much anymore because they looked pretty much the same, just with a different color scheme. But check this beauty out! If I’m out shopping for a router and you show me a box with this on it, you can probably check your other hand, my debit card is already in it.

Heck, the box is not even anything new. This design is so outdated among ASUS routers, used by countless models under their umbrella, but that’s because it works. It worked the best this time. The glory of this box is being brought out by that spaceship cum robot looking device that seems to be having jolly blue eyes screaming to you, “Daddy, can I follow you home?!”. Yep, you saw it too this time!

You get a Quick Start Guide and a 33W charger with it too, now let’s take it out coz I’m getting impatient.
RT-AX82U Specs

Network Standard
IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11ax, IPv4, IPv6

Data Rate
802.11a : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11b : 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
802.11g : 6,9,12,18,24,36,48,54 Mbps
802.11n : up to 300 Mbps
802.11n (1024 QAM) : up to 500 Mbps
802.11ac (1024 QAM) : up to 4333 Mbps
802.11ax (2.4GHz) : up to 574 Mbps
802.11ax (5GHz) : up to 4804 Mbps

Antenna
External antenna x 4

Transmit/Receive
2.4 GHz 2 x 2
5 GHz 4 x 4

Processor
Broadcom BCM6750 1.5 GHz tri-core processor

Memory
256 MB Flash
512 MB RAM

Wi-Fi Technology
OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access)
Beamforming: standard-based and universal
1024-QAM high data rate
20/40/80/160 MHz bandwidth

Operating Frequency
2.4 GHz / 5 GHz

Encryption
WPA3-Personal, WPA2-Personal, WPA-Personal, WPA-Enterprise , WPA2-Enterprise , WPS support

Firewall & Access Control
Firewall: SPI intrusion detection, DoS protection
Access control：Parental control, Network service filter, URL filter, Port filter

Management
UPnP, IGMP v1/v2/v3, DNS Proxy, DHCP, NTP Client, DDNS, Port Trigger, Port Forwarding, DMZ, System Event Log

VPN Support
IPSec Pass-Through
PPTP Pass-Through
L2TP Pass-Through
IPSec server
PPTP server
OpenVPN server
PPTP client
L2TP client
OpenVPN client

WAN Connection Type
Internet connection type : Automatic IP, Static IP, PPPoE(MPPE supported), PPTP, L2TP

Utilities
Router setup wizard; Firmware restoration; Device discovary; printer setup utility

Ports
RJ45 for 10/100/1000 BaseT for WAN x 1, RJ45 for 10/100/1000 BaseT for LAN x 4
USB 3.2 Gen 1 x 1

Features
Range Boost
Router app
Link Aggregation
– 802.3ad
MU-MIMO
Smart Connect
Traffic Analyzer
Adaptive QoS
AiProtection Pro
Parental Control
Guest Network : 2.4 GHz x 3, 5 GHz x 3
VPN server : PPTP Server, OpenVPN Server, IPSec server
VPN client : PPTP client, L2TP client, OpenVPN client
NAT Pass-Through :PPTP Pass-Through, L2TP Pass-Through, IPSec Pass-Through, RTSP Pass-Through, H.323 Pass-Through, PPPoE relay
Mac OS Backup
Enhanced media server (AiPlayer app compatible)
– Image :
– Audio : mp3, wma, wav, pcm, mp4, lpcm, ogg
– Video : asf, avi, divx, mpeg, mpg, ts, vob, wmv, mkv, mov
AiCloud personal cloud service
3G/4G data sharing
Download Master
– Support bt, nzb, http, ed2k
– Support encryption, DHT, PEX and magnet link
– Upload and download bandwidth control
– Download scheduling
AiDisk file server
– Samba and FTP server with account management
Dual WAN
IPTV support
Roaming Assist
OFDMA
Beamforming
NVIDIA Geforce Now Cloud Gaming Optimization
Open NAT, easy port forwarding
WAN Aggregation

Button
WPS Button, Reset Button, Power Switch, LED on/off Button

LED Indicator
Power x 1
Wi-Fi x 2
WAN x 1

Power Supply
AC Input : 110V~240V(50~60Hz)
DC Output : 19 V with max. 1.75 A current

Dimensions
275.5 x 184.4 x 165 mm (WxDxH) with antenna
275.5 x 184.4 x 65 mm (WxDxH) without antenna

Weight
740g

Operation mode
Wireless router mode
Access point mode
Media bridge mode

Appearance of the RT-AX82U

When the RT-AX82U is turned off, it looks like a silent sleeping spaceship that has been abandoned. The top shell forms a crooked shaped M letter. In the center of this, it presents two large vents through which you can see a huge block of heatsink underneath and makes you realize, things are serious here. In the center crease towards the front, a triangle button sits and you just hope it is what I think it is. On the sides, there are 4 indicator LEDs to not confuse the already confused you too much, indicating internet status, 5G band status, 2.4G band status, and the power status. At the other end, the ASUS emblem is beautifully embossed.

The front face has diagonal lines throughout and it looks nothing like what was presented on the box. There are no vents or fins. Just hard cold black diagonal lines. I mean, having an LED usually means the area is transparent of white, right? We shall find out later.

Moving to the back, you are presented with 4 antennas equally separated in between an array of ports. Left most, is the power socket and the power button followed by a USB 3.2 Gen1 socket. The center is occupied by 4 x RJ45 Gigabit LAN ports with the first LAN port on the right most being a dedicated Gaming Port that is pretty much reserved for your Gaming PC before you fight with your siblings who gets the window seat. The blue port separated from the herd is the WAN port capable of supporting 10/100/1000 BaseT Gigabit making it vanilla for our TIME Fiber 1Gbps network at Pokde Office. One thing that you may want to study and is not covered in this review is that the RT-AX82U supports Link Aggregation that adheres to 802.11ad protocols in case you are finding a router beyond gaming purposes and want extremely high throughput in a congested traffic network topology. Finally, at the end of this array, are the WPS and Reset notches.

The RT-AX82U has great ventilation openings. Especially at the bottom. I’m pretty confident this thing has no chance to overheat.
RT-AX82U Performance
The RT-AX82U is a 802.11ax router and you can be assured you that if I ran a speed test, you’re gonna be blazed by some tempting figures, but if you’re only going to use one TCP network handshake to justify a router, even the default router that was bundled by your ISP will deliver pretty much the same. The RT-AX82U is going to become one of the most highly recommended routers in 2021 and the only thing that matters to us is its capabilities of transferring data packets across wireless channels at the most efficient speeds under pressure. So I did just that for you guys in a series of throughput tests.
The following tests were conducted on firmware 3.0.0.4.386_41700-gb567bc9 which was the latest at the time of writing

I simulated the ideal condition for an 802.11ax ecosystem. As the server, we have an Intel AX200 card as the network interface running on a desktop, and the client is an Intel AX201 running off my ASUS Zephyrus Duo. For the sake of social distancing, I’ve added a 1 meter gap between the source, destination and router. Perfect.

Let’s start off with a pure single TCP handshake with the server by sending burst packets for 30 seconds. The deal here is, we let the router decide which channel and frequency on 5G band to use to send it so we set all possible frequencies: 20/40/80 MHz and we turn on the 160MHz option as well. Averaging around 570Mbps, we’re good for some load. Remember, in a Gigabit environment, you can actually increase the MTU for larger packet size deliveries which in other words are called Jumbo Packets, but these are base tests.

When I loaded the network with two-way communication using bi-directional test, things got a little more interesting. Both the client and server had rather significant speed differences once they get into an agreement and the speed is very consistent throughout the burst shot.

Now let’s simulate a slightly more realistic scenario. By enabling parallel network streams from client source alone, we can see that the runaway is much better utilized with various channels at different segments, all averaging between 530Mbps to 600Mbps speed range. What if we get the server to also add more load to the network so we have twice as much TCP packets running through?

Interesting? Look at how neatly the data streams are closing in to each other. 10 parallel streams from both client and server respectively pushed through the RT-AX82U and it handles it very well! This means, if your premise has 20 devices, the router can handle it extremely well while all of them are running concurrent tasks. Still don’t believe in investing in a better router? Let me simulate a file transfer then.

Here’s a 150MB file pushed from the client to server entirely over 802.11ax Wi-Fi network in 10 streams. It takes only 24 seconds and averages around 507Mbps transfer speeds. This is as raw as a real world simulation test can be done. This is what you are likely going to get if you buy the RT-AX82U router. Let’s just have one last fun.

What happens if we force the router to use 160MHz band only? You may want to be really careful before setting this option up, because you might have legacy hardware that will suddenly stop working if you enabled this. You would also want to make sure you are on the latest network driver before doing this.
Compared to the previous result, they look identical, no? Network packets closing in together in a streamline? Look again, these data streams are being transferred on average at 620Mbps, a whopping 120Mbps difference in comparison and completed 150MB cycle 4 seconds quicker! In the networking world, especially in Gigabit environments, 4s is a very large time window!
Look, it is an AX router, don’t be shocked. This is what the buzz is all about.
User Experience

Now here comes the most important part. The RT-AX82U attracted me more in comparison to the RT-AX86U and it’s not just about the fact that the RT-AX82U is much more affordable. We’ll get on to the aesthetics in a moment, but if you’re looking for a router that is able to deliver excellence in experience, the RT-AX82U has it all.

Even if you’re running 802.11ac devices at home, it has 1024 QAM that is capable of running at speeds up to a whopping 4333Mbps which we used to pay premium to have back in the days. It also has a 4×4 TR configuration on the 5GHz band, fully utilizing the 4 antennas that are non-removable, THANK YOU ASUS! Seriously! I don’t know why removable antennas exist. Routers are not portable devices that you need to carry around with you. Neither do you really upgrade the antennas for the lifetime of the routers. 2.4GHz days are past which was the only time high-gain antennas made sense. So, let the antennas be where they are supposed to be and don’t make them removable please!

Under the hood, there is a 1.5GHz tri-core Broadcom BCM6750 processor coupled to 256MB Flash ROM and 512MB of RAM, more than we will ever need in our home routers.

You could also cherish the OpenNAT that makes port forwarding on the router for games a tad easier. There’s also Adaptive QoS if you want to prioritize your gaming PC over other devices connected to the RT-AX82U.

But I think this is where you would want to be spending more time once your network is up and running. The AURA RGB console for the front vents. Yes, this is undoubtedly the most beautiful RGB implementation on an ASUS router. There are multiple modes that you can select along with color configurations. If doing this on the browser is too much a hassle, you can also control this using the ASUS Router app which has really matured now. I mean, once you setup your router, by the time you revisit the admin panel, a newborn baby could already walk. Which is a good thing, because it means your router is reliable. :P

I would invite you to try the Link Aggregation just to tickle your geek side a bit and see what it might open up for you. I mean, if you have already spent more than a grand on a router, worth putting it to full use, right?

If you have been using an ASUS router already, you could repurpose it into AiMesh node and bind it with the RT-AX82U too.
Conclusion
If you came here reading about this RT-AX82U in evaluation, I’d say, if the year is 2021, go for it! You probably could fit 30 people around the router before you start running out of router range, and 30 concurrent users is a piece of cake for this cute alien! Slap this on TIME’s 1Gbps internet and you’re good with this setup for the next 5 years without worries. Not just you would have an AX router, you would have a cool looking AX router. I can bet you already have names in your mind who you want to show it to make him/her jealous right now. Looking at the overall package that the RT-AX82U carry, I actually would like to say that the price of RM1,068 is worth spending for this one of a kind router.
Oh, and there will be a Gundam version too. Checkmate!

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It goes without saying that a lot of people will put Apple ahead of Samsung, especially in Apple’s home ground, the North American market. However Samsung is setting its “Tiger” strategy to close the gap and beat Apple. What a fitting name, given that we are now in the Year of the Tiger, right?
Samsung “Tiger” strategy to beat Apple?
Well, it seems that the guys at Samsung were having some of that good-good when they came up with this strategy, as on top of coinciding with the Year of the Tiger, the Samsung “Tiger” strategy is actually an acronym. The plan was reportedly presented during a closed-door meeting among Samsung executives, just before CES 2022 opens its doors. So, here’s the full acronym, decoded:

T — True No.1 in all product categories
I — Improve flagship market share
G — (narrow the) Gap between Apple
E — Expanding the presence of products such as wireless earphones
R — (achieve an) Record Year

Along with that, the meeting also apparently shared more about Samsung’s MX (Mobile Experience) vision, which intends to see Samsung go from “a smartphone vendor, to an intelligent device company.” Essentially I believe this means that Samsung will probably make a much more concerted effort to push the Samsung ecosystem of gadgets in 2022, versus just their smartphones.

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It will be interesting to see how Samsung will fulfill their goals this year. They already have some of the most innovative smartphones in the industry under the Galaxy Z series, so hopefully their more mainstream (and affordable) devices will also be more enticing, versus Apple’s offerings.
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Pokdepinion: As corny as it sounds, I do think that Samsung might be on the right track.
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With many iPhone users clamoring for a new look on their Lock Screen, the new iOS 16 update has revitalized it. Now, you have a number of customization options which will let you tailor it to your liking. You can change the font, colour, position of elements simply by tapping.

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The best part here is that you can finally add widgets to your Lock Screen from both Apple and 3rd party developers. If you’re a bit indecisive or would prefer multiple looks for different moods / occasions, you can set up a multitude of Lock Screens and easily switch between them.
Passkeys Is The First Step At A Passwordless World

While security is always an integral part of the system, it would be pointless if it’s inconvenient to users. As such, both factors go hand in hand and as a result, we have Passkeys in iOS 16.
How it works is that you sign in using your face or fingerprints via Face ID / Touch ID instead of your password. As Passkeys will never leave your iPhone and are generated specifically for the website you created them for, it’s far more difficult to be phished or hacked, therefore adding another layer of security for users.
But that’s not all as Passkeys can sync across devices and let you sign in to other devices as well. Apparently, Apple is attempting to turn this into an industry standard practice for an overall easier sign in process across all websites, apps, and devices, even non-Apple ones. The idea here is to scan a QR code and use Face ID / Touch ID for authentication.
Focus Mode Gets Even Better

In iOS 15, Focus Mode lets you easily change between different profiles for different reasons, with my personal favourite being a “Do Not Disturb” set where no one else can bother me, ever. Now in iOS 16, the features some notable improvements.
For instance, the new Lock Screen can be linked to your Focus Mode so if you’re heading out for a jog, it will reflect the appropriate set. Furthermore, Focus filters will let you tailor the experience further, such as making specific apps notify you only for specific Focus sets. You can even have specific sets enabled automatically based on time, location, or using a specific app, giving a far more seamless experience.
Better Notifications Management

I’m sure many of you have had too many notifications at one point, especially when a number of them aren’t particularly important. In iOS 16, there are changes for notifications that should make it easier for you to manage it.
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iOS 16 Brings Live Text to Videos

One of the most useful features that was previously introduced in iOS 15 is Live Text. It allows you to essentially transcribe text that is shown on pictures, such as an address or food menu. Now in iOS 16, the feature is made available in videos as well.
In fact, the text is completely interactive as you pass through the frames in the video. From there, you can copy, paste, look it up, or translate if you wish. The feature now recognizes Japanese, Korean, and Ukrainian text as well. All you have to do is simply tap on it and do what you wish.
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Acer Swift 1 – RM2099
The Acer Swift 1 is the ultraportable for students and casual users in mind, weighing a mere 1.3kg and measuring just 14.9mm thin. Aside from being thin and light, it is also silent, with a fanless design that is sufficient to cool the Intel Pentium Silver N5030 processor inside.

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The frugal processor is mated to 4GB LPDDR4 RAM and 256GB of PCIe NVMe SSD to satisfy your daily computing needs. Acer equipped the Acer Swift 1 with a 14″ FHD IPS display that sports Acer ExaColor and BlueLightShield for a better working experience.
The Acer Swift 1 is available in two colors, with a safari gold finish and a funkier iridescent color. The former is available immediately, while the latter will be coming in early next month. You get Microsoft Office Home & Student 2019 pre-installed to increase the value proposition. Speaking of which, you can get the Acer Swift 1 for just RM1999 during the ongoing Acer Day promotion from now until 30th September 2020.
Acer Aspire 3 and Aspire 5 – RM2599
Yup, you didn’t read it wrongly. Both the Acer Aspire 3 and Acer Aspire 5 is offered for just RM2599. These laptops are powered by the latest Intel Core i5-1035G1 mated to 4GB DDR4 onboard memory, but that’s about where the similarities end.
Acer Aspire 3
The Acer Aspire 3 sports a larger 15.6″ display and the NVIDIA GeForce MX330 graphics. You can also upgrade the RAM to 20GB if you need more than the built-in 4GB, and there’s even support for an additional 2.5″ SATA drive, in addition to the pre-installed 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD. It weighs just 1.9kg and measures 19.95mm thin, which is still very portable.
Acer Aspire 5
If you want an even lighter laptop, the Acer Aspire 5 might be your choice. It weighs just 1.5kg and measures an even svelter 17.95mm thin, but you do lose out on the NVIDIA graphics and also in terms of storage and RAM upgradeability. But fret not, you can still upgrade the RAM to a total of 12GB, and there’s a nippy 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD that sports 32GB of Intel Optane Memory.
You can get the Aspire 5 in Magic Purple, while the Acer Aspire 3 comes in Obsidian Black and Indigo.
Acer Nitro 5 – RM4099

Fancy a  gaming laptop? The Acer Nitro 5 equipped with the AMD Ryzen 7 4800H processors and GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GDDR6 is finally here in Malaysia. It comes with 8GB DDR4-3200 out of the box, but you can upgrade it to 32GB if you need to open more Chrome tabs. Pre-installed is a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, with the option to add another M.2 drive for RAID0 configurations along with support for a 2.5″ SATA drive.

With slim bezels around the 15.6″ 144Hz FHD display, the Acer Nitro 5 remains relatively compact for the amount of firepower it packs. It is 23.9mm thick and 2.2kg heavy, so it isn’t nearly as portable as the laptops we talked about earlier. You can get the Acer Nitro 5 for RM3999 during the Acer Day promotion, RM100 off its usual RM4099 retail price.
Acer Spin 5 – from RM4399

Featuring a unique 13.5″ display with a 3:2 aspect ratio, you get more space to work with on the Acer Spin 5, despite the seemingly small screen. Acer made sure that there’s little wasted space with a 80% screen-to-body ratio. But there’s more to the display than just an unusual aspect ratio.

Acer equips the Acer Spin 5 with the Acer Active Stylus with Wacom AES 1.0 to give you a natural writing or drawing experience with 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity. The display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass to afford it resistance against scratches from the stylus. It also sports a 360° hinge that gives you the flexibility of using it in a myriad of configurations.

The Acer Spin 5 is the most portable laptop we looked at today, weighing just 1.2kg and measuring just 14.9mm thin. Acer managed to achieve this by using a magnesium-aluminium chassis that’s light yet sturdy. You can get the Acer Spin 5 in two configurations, with the higher-end Core i7-1065G7 with 16GB of LPDDR4X memory priced at RM5299, while the lesser RM4399 configuration sees a Core i5-1035G4 mated to 8GB LPDDR4 RAM.
During the Acer Day promotion period, you can get the Acer Spin 5 at RM100 off, and the first 30 customers will also be eligible for a free Urbanista Sydney Bluetooth Speaker worth RM219. To summarize, here’s a table of the Acer Day deals on these newly introduced laptops:
Acer Day Deals

Acer Swift 1
RM1999 (RM100 off RM2099 SRP)

Acer Aspire 3
RM2599

Acer Aspire 5
RM2599

Acer Nitro 5
RM3999 (RM100 off RM4099 SRP)

Acer Spin 5
RM4299/RM5199 (RM100 off SRP)
Urbanista Sydney Bluetooth Speaker worth RM219 for first 30 customers

If you want any of these laptops, don’t miss out on the Acer Day deals, as they will be ending on 30th September!
Pokdepinion: The Acer Spin 5 does look pretty interesting, even though I can’t draw even if my life depended on it.
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Bandai Namco filed the trademark for Tales of Luminaria on 13th October 2020 in Europe, and nowhere else. It’s interesting as no similar results have popped up in the Japan, where the company’s headquarters is based in.
For now, Bandai Namco has publicly confirmed that they are working on one Tales of JRPG game, which is Tales of Arise. Initially, it was announced at E3 2019 for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC for a 2020 release. Now, the game has been delayed indefinitely, most likely as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Pokdepinion: As a huge fan of the Tales of JRPG series, I’m already excited despite knowing nothing about it. I do hope Tales of Arise will launch soon, especially with the next gen consoles already coming in less than a month.
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The enhanced travel experience offers a range of new app features and enhancements, including the Traveler Homepage, which allows overseas travelers to explore a city within the Grab app as if they were at the destination, and is available for 33 of the top cities tourists visit in Southeast Asia. Grab has also made the app available in Chinese, Korean, and Japanese languages to deliver a more intuitive experience for travelers from China, Korea, and Japan.

In addition, the company is working on translating merchant menus in key cities across Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand into English and Chinese menu transitions across key Indonesian cities to help travelers explore the best local flavours around them. Other new features include a revamped Venues experience, providing image-based turn-by-turn walking directions to guide travelers through busy, unfamiliar airports and a currency converter feature that will automatically display fares in travelers’ preferred local currency.
Furthermore, they have partnered with some of the world’s most popular apps such as WeChat, AliPay, Ctrip, Kakao T, and Booking.com to provide travelers visiting Southeast Asia with options to access their ride-hailing services through platforms they already use and are familiar with. From Q2 2023, Uber users that open the app while in Southeast Asia will also see a message directing them to Grab as Uber’s recommended way to travel in the region.
Grab also announced new upgrades to its GrabUnlimited subscription package, giving members access to discounted airport rides at 89 airports across Southeast Asia. With these new features and partnerships, Grab aims to provide all travelers with the assurance and confidence to explore their destination safely and like a local.
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Pokdepinion: I genuinely thought there would be extra charges when going around other countries, essentially in exchange for the convenience. Good to know that’s not the case but I hope it stays that way for a long time.
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Sony Reportedly Developing New PlayStation Handheld Device, Project Q Lite

Sony is rumoured to be working on a new handheld device called Project Q Lite, which will feature an 8-inch LCD screen and only work with PlayStation Remote Play to stream PS5 games.
Sony’s Project Q Lite Rumoured to be Company’s Latest PlayStation Handheld Device

Sony has been a major player in the handheld gaming console market with the PSP and PS Vita, and now it seems the company is looking to make a comeback with its new device, the PlayStation Q Lite. According to a new report, Sony’s new device is currently undergoing QA testing and is said to be similar to the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller with an 8-inch LCD screen in the middle. The catch is that it will only work with Sony’s PlayStation Remote Play, meaning it will be able to stream PS5 games but won’t be able to play games on its own without an internet connection.

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While there’s no confirmation if the device will be able to work with other cloud-based gaming platforms, it’s expected that the PlayStation Q Lite will be similar to the Nintendo Wii U GamePad, which connects to the Wii U via a modified low-latency Wi-Fi protocol and allows users to play games on a smaller screen as long as they are on the same network as the console.

The upcoming PlayStation handheld device, Project Q Lite, will feature adaptive triggers, speakers, volume buttons and a 3.5mm audio jack. The screen will support 1080p resolution at 60fps, which is a significant improvement over the PS Vita’s 960×544 resolution.
According to reports, Sony is expected to launch its new handheld device just after the upcoming PS5 with a detachable disc drive, which is expected to be released in September, and before the PlayStation 5 Pro announcement rumoured to take place in late 2024. While Sony’s new device won’t be able to compete with Nintendo’s Switch, which offers both portable and home console gaming, the PlayStation Q Lite is expected to be a welcome addition to the gaming market for those who are looking for a portable device for streaming their PS5 games.
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Pokdepinion: As much as people may have reservations given the PS Vita, let’s not forget that the PSP was a massive success. Still not sure how to feel about this one given the added emphasis on Remote Play but it’s something that is at least worth looking forward to.
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Intel announces the second generation of the Intel Compute Sticks

“One Stick to Rule Them All”, this is what one of our editor described when he reviewing the early Intel Compute Sticks last year. Intel have announces three new of its Intel Compute Sticks now with new Intel Atom, Core M3 and Core M5 for more performances.

The new entry level Compute Stick run by an Intel Atom X5 Z8300, 2GB of DDR3 RAM and 32GB eMMC of storage with Windows 10 pre-installed. The Intel Atom version is says to have double the performance compared the old Compute Stick it even is getting better with extra USB 3.0 port.

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Intel has making a solid decision by dump the Realtek chip solution for the network interface by favor its own Intel’s 7265 802.11ac wireless chip and Bluetooth 4.0. It’s still got a micro SD for expansion and the power still provided by a micro USB port.

Let’s get excited to the next model as Intel promised the Intel Core M version of Intel Compute Sticks is support for 4K video content at 30Hz, an USB Type-C and USB 3.0 port for faster transfer speed. For the Intel Core M version, the Compute Stick is included a power adapter provides two USB 3.0 ports.

Both Compute Stick pack 4GB of 1866Mhz LPDDR3 RAM, 64GB of eMMC storage and Intel 8260 802.11ac chip and Bluetooth 4.1. Both Compute Sticks will be using Intel Core M3-6Y30 and Intel Core M5-6Y57 with same Intel HD 515 iGPU. The Core M5 version will support Intel vPRO technology, a hardware-level security and have no pre-installed OS.

All the three new Intel Compute Stick will have almost the same body design with matte plastic, clean lines and rounded corners and a tiny fan to dissipate heat.

The latest Atom Intel Compute Stick will be available for USD 159 (approximately MYR700). The Core M3 Compute Stick for USD 399 (approximately MYR1750) while USD 499 (approximately MYR2200) for the Intel Core M5 version.
Pokdepinion: Actually I like the Atom version of Intel Compute Stick, there’s so much I can do with it like HTPC with Kodi, Netflix streaming PC, small home office PC or maybe a POS system?
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Burglars Broke Into Two Apple Stores — Steals $300,000 Worth Of Apple Products

Over in Australia, a total of six people managed to break into two Apple stores by using a sledgehammer.

The act was captured by surveillance cameras and was uploaded by the Western Australia Police Force. What’s shocking is that the group not only force their way to one Apple store, but two.
It seems that their first attempt was at a store located at Hay Street. Despite gaining entry to the store, it appears that they left before grabbing anything due to a passing vehicle nearby.

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They then went to another store near Perth, where they threatened the security guard on duty, and started their robbery. At that point, they successfully stole more than $300,000 worth of Apple products, which consists mostly of iPhones.
It is reported that devices that were stolen have been immediately bricked to block the thieves from any access to the products.
Detective Senior Constable Matt Whelan has advised the public to not participate in any dealings with black-market products (such as the stolen goods). He says “By supporting or by buying these black-market products, you’re ultimately causing these burglaries to occur because you’re generating this market where people can buy technology cheap”.
Pokdepinion: I do not condone black market dealings, but I can see why people are still hooked in these types of deals.. iPhones aren’t cheap to say the least and to get them at a lower price, well that will simply attract buyers.
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Red Dead Redemption 2 Confirmed for PC – Pre-purchase and Get TWO FREE GAMES of Your Choosing

RED DEAD REDEMPTION 2 is coming to PC November 5thhttps://t.co/ECEqNr9HUI pic.twitter.com/8jg8WeVvQ8— Rockstar Games (@RockstarGames) October 4, 2019

With fans clamoring for the release of Red Dead Redemption 2 on PC, it appears that it will finally become a reality as Rockstar Games have officially confirmed that it will indeed be happening.
Shared via Rockstar’s website, it was revealed that Red Dead Redemption 2 will drop next month on 5th November 2019 for PC gamers. The game will be available for purchase through Rockstar’s new PC storefront, the Rockstar Games Launcher, but it’ll also be coming virtually everywhere else. Red Dead Redemption 2 will hit Steam, Epic Games Store, Greenman Gaming, and the Humble Store. Steam specifically won’t have the game added until December, however.
Those who pre-purchase the game through the Rockstar Games Launcher starting 9th October 2019 and going through 22nd October 2019, you will also be able to get two free games from the following list:

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Grand Theft Auto IIIGrand Theft Auto: Vice CityGrand Theft Auto: San AndreasBully: Scholarship EditionL.A. Noire: The Complete EditionMax Payne 3: The Complete Edition
This marks the first time that a Red Dead Redemption game has come to PC. The original game never ended up hitting the platform, to the dismay of many fans of the series. However, Rockstar’s other big property, Grand Theft Auto, has long been one of the most popular games on PC. GTA V specifically still has a large and thriving community on the platform, especially when it comes to the modding community.
Once again, Red Dead Redemption 2 will be coming to PC on 5th November 2019.
Pokdepinion: I can’t wait to see what sorta crazy mods will be making its way to the game.
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A Passively Cooled RTX 3080 Is Possible If You’re Willing To Pay For It

Amazing what you can find on the Internet these days. A company has just developed a special case that can passively cool an NVIDIA RTX 3080 graphics card. The company, called Turemetal is known for creating cases which are completely fanless with silent cooling. The founder, Mical Wong posted pictures on Twitter of Turemetal’s U10 case with a fanless RTX 3080 card and Ryzen 5 5600X inside.

Fanless RTX3080 is runing at 410W,with AMD 5600X. pic.twitter.com/PqtBNpBYH2
— Turemetal (@turemetal) February 3, 2021

Mical Wong’s Twitter post also features the GPU’s temperatures and… it’s not really that good. Based on the results shown, the FurMark stress test indicates the rig reaching 87° Celsius in just over 4 minutes. He also showed that the ambient temperature of the room he’s working in which shows 13.6° Celsius. The tweets also showed that he was running the RTX 3080 at normal speeds.

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This goes to show that this setup is probably not the most practical setup especially if you’re thinking of gaming on it. Imagine the thermal throttling it’ll cause! Not to mention that Turemetal’s U10 case alone costs about RM3,500 excluding the price of other components such as the GPU itself.
Despite the impracticality of the whole setup, it does paint an interesting picture and the potential of a passively cooled system is an interesting idea to strive for. For now, I think it’ll be a safer bet to keep using conventional cooling methods when it comes to PCs.
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Pokdepinion: Imagine having something that powerful that runs silently without having to listen to fan noises.
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Wiko to merge with Tinno; new smartphones to be released at MWC 2018!

Wiko is no stranger to the competitive smartphone market. Founded in Marseille, they have worked closely with Tinno Group to deliver unique smartphones. Wiko brought its market expertise, consumer focused strategy and unique sales organization with Tinno’s industrial know-how and production capabilities. After 7 years of close partnership, Wiko and Tinno are now announcing their merger.
In the time span of 7 years, Tinno has grown its expertise in R&D, engineering and manufacturing with 4 R&D centers and 2 production sites. Meanwhile Wiko has established itself in more than 30 countries worldwide and is now a top 5 smartphone brand in Western Europe.

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This merger will see Laurent Dahan, Wiko’s founder, and James Lin, chairman of Tinno Group co-piloting the company to new levels. With more than 30 million users in 30 countries worldwide, this merger will allow the brand to release more innovative smartphones by bringing everything under one roof.
Wiko will showcase its new releases during MWC 2018.
Pokdepinion: Hopefully Wiko will now bring in bigger guns. The entry-level smartphones they have in our market are just insufficient to whet our appetites.
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Samsung SmartThings Now Comes With A New Interface

Samsung has recently announce the release of their next alteration of SmartThings, where the mobile and Windows desktop application now features enhanced updates.
New Samsung SmartThings update

With the new update, Samsung has said that it will make it easier for users to discover connected home experiences while ensuring a seamless transition from the app’s previous version.

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They’ve broken down the update through five different sections, which you can check below:

Favorites – The new home screen within SmartThings and gathers the devices, scenes, and services used most for quicker access
Devices – Lets you view and control all devices, connecting TVs, light bulbs, appliances, and more
Life – A place where you explore the growing world of connected living where users can discover new SmartThings services that transform physical products into meaningful user experiences. Users can learn about enhanced functions that improve their overall living experiences, such as SmartThings Cooking, a shop that creates seamless kitchen and meal-prepping experiences
Automations – Connects devices and allow them to work together and respond to specific conditions in the home, such as a door opening and a light turning on
Menu – House additional SmartThings features including SmartThing Labs, Notifications, History, and Settings

Samsung has said that the update is rolling out now on Android devices, with iOS soon to follow. This update follows their recent announcement for SmartThings for Windows which offers a similar experience right from a Galaxy Book or any other Windows PC.
For more details about SmartThings, you may head to the link right here. Stay tuned to Pokde.net for the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews.
Pokdepinion: I personally don’t use any Samsung devices but this update does seem nice, especially if you have a whole ecosystem of their products.
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Get Up To RM2,500 Discount on Laptops At GeForce Festival 2022

GeForce Festival 2022 Malaysia

As some of you might know, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and RTX 3070 Ti were announced recently for laptops. It’s not just about being able to cater to certain audiences better for GPU offerings, but it marks a significant step forward with the new 4th Gen Max-Q technology. In case you don’t remember, Max-Q is that nifty technology that allows those powerful GPUs to run more efficiently, though the hype around that seems to have faded in recent time.
Now, NVIDIA is set to make a huge impact with it as the 4th Gen Max-Q technology takes efficiency to the next level. For starters, it uses AI technology to dynamically shift CPU and GPU power depending on the workload. It also brings the new “Rapid Core Scaling” and “CPU Optimizer” technologies which will allow it to ramp up specific cores to higher speeds, making it ideal for multi-core workloads. In other words, it gives the GPU some level of control over your CPU for improved efficiency and performance.

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In case you’re running the laptop without a charger, the 4th Gen Max-Q technology will adjust and optimize CPU and GPU usage, in-game resolution, FPS, and more so you can enjoy a longer battery life. In fact, NVIDIA claims that you can enjoy up to 70% more battery life with Battery Boost 2.0 enabled.
This all sounds fine and dandy but there’s no point if you don’t have a laptop that can make use of the feature. If this happens to be you, fret not as the GeForce Festival 2022 brings up to a healthy RM2,500 discount and freebies on a wide variety of laptops across a myriad of brands. As for what laptops are available on discount, we’ve listed them right below here for your convenience:

Acer

Model
Normal Price
Promo Price
Discount Value
Normal Bundle

PH317-55-76CR
RM7,999
RM7,499
RM500
McAfee + SuperCare2 + RM300 Touch ‘n Go + Predator Utility Backpack + RM500 cash rebate

PH317-55-7695
RM8,999
RM8,499
RM500
McAfee + SuperCare2 + Predator Utility Backpack + RM500 cash rebate

AN515-57-74PF
RM6,899
RM6,599
RM300
McAfee + SuperCare2 + Predator Urban Backpack + RM300 cash rebate

AN515-45-R69U
RM5,199
RM4,899
RM300
McAfee + SuperCare2 + Predator Urban Backpack + RM300 cash rebate

AN515-45-R49W
RM9,199
RM8,799
RM400
McAfee + SuperCare2 + Predator Urban Backpack + RM400 cash rebate

ASUS

For ASUS, the GeForce Festival 2022 promotion is simple and straightforward as any purchase of the ASUS ROG FLOW Z13 will yield an Xbox Wireless Controller worth RM259 for free.
HP
The HP laptops that are applicable with the GeForce Festival 2022 promotion will see an RM100 discount on a number of models. Specifically, those models are:

Model
CPU
GPU
Price

VICTUS BY HP LAPTOP 16-d0159TX
Intel Core i7-11800H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB VRAM
RM5,199

VICTUS BY HP LAPTOP 16-d0161TX
Intel Core i5-11400
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB VRAM
RM4,159

VICTUS BY HP LAPTOP 16-e0120AX
AMD Ryzen 7 5800H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti 4GB VRAM
RM4,899

VICTUS BY HP LAPTOP 16-e0122AX
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 4GB VRAM
RM3,859

VICTUS BY HP LAPTOP 16-e0127AX
AMD Ryzen 5 5600H
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GB VRAM
RM3,699

Omen 16-b0074TX
Intel Core i7-11800H
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 8GB VRAM
RM8,199

COLORFUL

Model
Normal Price
Promo Price

COLORFUL XS-HC55008512B-SA i5-11400H / RTX 3050 / 8GB / 512GB / 15.6″
RM3,399
RM3,199

COLORFUL AT-HB76016512A-SA i7-11800H / RTX 3060 / 16GB / 512GB / 15.6″
RM4,599
RM4,299

MSI

Model
Normal Price
Promo Price
Discount

Katana GF66-12UD-041MY
RM5,299
RM5,199
RM100

GE66 Raider 11UG-609MY
RM11,999
RM9,899
RM2,100

GE66 Raider 11UE-632MY
RM9,399
RM6,899
RM2,500

GE66 Raider 11UE-489MY
RM9,399
RM6,899
RM2,500

GF63 Thin 10UD-814MY
RM4,499
RM4,199
RM300

GF63 Thin 10UC-815MY
RM3,949
RM3,699
RM250

The GeForce Festival 2022 is happening from now until 1st May 2022, just in time for Hari Raya celebrations. If you’re looking up those laptops on the official Lazada page for the promotion, remember that you can claim a storewide discount voucher worth up to RM250 to further sweeten the deal.
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Pokdepinion: Well, what do you know? It’s the perfect timing for this since I’ve been looking for a new laptop ever since my current one got wet from an air conditioner leak. Sounds tragic, I know, but things happen for a reason. With this GeForce Festival 2022, now I can upgrade without any sense of guilt.
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Here’s Sony Walkman’s Journey Down The Years

Making it onto the big screen in Guardians of the Galaxy back in 2014 and the sequel in 2017, you might be wondering on what was that vintage metallic blue device that Star Lord was using in the movie.

The device is none other than the Sony Walkman TPS-L2, which was released back in 1979, making 2019 the 40th anniversary of Sony’s first portable cassette player. It revolutionize the way consumers listened to music on the go.

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Sony TPS-L2
Sony TPS-L2 proved to be a huge success, giving a new lifestyle which became popular around the world. It was then followed by their introduction of the world’s first portable CD player, the Sony D-50 which was introduced in 1984. The D-50 was instrumental in accelerating the popularity of the CD and was priced affordably.
(From left) D-50 and MZ-1
In addition, Sony also introduced the world’s first MiniDisc Walkman, MZ-1, which featured recording, playback, a numeric keyboard and anti-skip technology in 1992.
2013 saw the introduction of High-Resolution Audio, where it saw Sony launch the technology with a line-up that encompasses the ZX1 Walkman. It allows high-resolution audio source playback that was developed by integrating knowledge and technology accumulated over the years.
Sony ZX1 Walkman
In 2016, Sony released the NW-WM1Z Walkman as part of the Signature series. Building upon a wealth of experience in digital amp technology, they developed the NW-WM1Z with detailed acoustics and natural sound qualities, resulting in a unique and truly pleasurable listening experience.
Needless to say, Sony has made progress and changed the way the world listens to music. For a full details of Sony’s progress, you can check out the timeline down below.

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Wizards Of The Coast Has Made A U-Turn on New Licensing Rules

After the recent controversy and a mountain of complaints from the community, Wizards Of The Coast has made a U-turn on new licensing rules.
Wizards Of The Coast Taking A Step Back

Over the past week we have witnessed an incredible outpour of passion and dedication from our community working together to protect and cultivate the inclusive environment of Dungeons & Dragons.
Please read our update on the Open Game License: https://t.co/9y4Z5MZpiq
— Dungeons & Dragons (@Wizards_DnD) January 13, 2023

Wizards of the Coast, the publisher of Dungeons & Dragons, released a statement regarding its Open Game License (OGL) following backlash from the community and third-party publishers over its strict legal protections. The Hasbro subsidiary has decided to back away from restrictions included in its original OGL, which included a royalty payout for revenue over $750,000 and a copyright clause giving ownership of content to Wizards of the Coast.

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The D&D community viewed these changes as a violation of the spirit of the OGL and Pathfinder creator Paizo even released a new, more publisher-friendly version. Wizards of the Coast stated that they still plan to create a new OGL for its intellectual property but will not include a royalty structure that benefits itself at the expense of third-party creators.
The next OGL will contain the provisions that allow us to protect and cultivate the inclusive environment we are trying to build and specify that it covers only content for TTRPGs. That means that other expressions, such as educational and charitable campaigns, livestreams, cosplay, VTT-uses, etc., will remain unaffected by any OGL update.
Wizards of the Coast
Art by Irine Nordsol
Wizards of the Coast clarified that their new Open Game License (OGL) will not include license back provisions, which had led some in the community to believe that the company would take ownership of third-party creators’ work. They emphasized that creators will own the content they create and that any language in the new OGL will be “crystal clear and unequivocal” on this point.
The publisher also explained the reasons behind the controversial provisions in their original draft of the OGL. They had intended to prevent the use of D&D content in hateful and discriminatory products, address attempts to use D&D content in blockchain or NFT projects and ensure that the OGL was for content creators and not for major corporations’ commercial and promotional purposes.
However, due to the community backlash, they realized that it was no longer possible to achieve these goals while staying true to the spirit of the OGL. It is currently unknown when the new OGL will be released.
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Pokdepinion: While I had an idea that it was bad, I didn’t the full extent of how bad it was until I saw Penguinz0 made a full-blown rant about it. One thing’s for sure, the damage has already been done, and some recovery efforts need to be made.
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Apple iPhone 14 Pro Display Bug To Be Fixed in Software Update

Apple has officially acknowledged the display bug faced by a number of iPhone 14 Pro users, and it’s expected to be fixed real soon.
Apple iPhone 14 Pro Display Bug Fix
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An increasing number of iPhone 14 Pro users are reporting a strange display issue when booting up or unlocking their devices. The issue presents as green and yellow horizontal lines on the screen that disappear later during the startup process, which does not significantly impact the user experience.
Apple has acknowledged the issue and announced that they will release a software update to fix it soon. The fix is expected to be released as part of a small patch update or with iOS 16.3, which is currently being tested by Apple and members of the public beta program.

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Although the response is not official, it was reported in internal memos by sources familiar with the matter. The issue was first reported last month, and Apple appears to be quick in addressing it. Hopefully, the next software version will resolve this issue.
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Pokdepinion: Well, I’m on 14 Plus so I don’t have any issues. If anything, I’m just still surprised by how long the battery lasts, but that ain’t even a problem. I’ll make the move to Dynamic Island this year instead when we finally get USB-C on an iPhone.
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Do you stream your gaming sessions? Bigo Live wants YOU!

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Bigo Live might not be the first livestreaming platform you think of when you want to stream your games, but they are really growing in that area. Bigo Live has recruited over 600 gamers from Malaysia and Singapore, and are planning to bring even more onboard the platform as broadcasters and streamers.
Earn an income while you game!
It is probably a dream for many gamers to do what they love while still being able to pay the bills. With many platforms, that will probably be quite difficult, but streamers on Bigo Live who achieve milestones and requirements can earn a basic income for streaming on the platform. Gamers who are looking to just bolster their income can also look towards Bigo Live to supplement their finances.

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Content creators on Bigo Live can also take advantage of the fun mechanics, with viewers being able to gift diamonds to the streamers to support them. This will be on top of the basic income that you can get with Bigo Live if you meet the required number of hours and days of streaming. If you have a competitive streak, you can also have fun with the PK Mode to go head-to-head against other streamers to see who entertains the audience most, as well as daily leaderboards to see where you stand against your rivals.
On top of that, gamers don’t have to worry about minimum requirements when it comes to gifts. While many platforms have several requirements limiting you from getting gifts from your viewers, you can start receiving gifts from your viewers from the very first stream. Obviously, this means that the more viewers you have, the higher your income will be.
If all these sound interesting to you, you can sign up as a game streamer on Bigo Live via the link down below. All you need to do is to provide a few particulars and someone from Bigo Live will get in touch with you with more details!
Sign Up as a Streamer on Bigo Live!
Watch Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Malaysia Championship on Bigo Live

To really drive the point home that they are serious about bringing gaming content to the platform, they partnered up with Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Malaysia Championship (MMC), as the official live broadcast partner for this year’s tournaments. All games during the event will be streamed live on Bigo Live.
The MMC has already started, and is currently in the Regional Qualifiers stage.  The finals is set to happen in October 2021. A total of more than 800 amateur teams are duking it out for the RM30 000 prize pool, along with 252 000 Bigo Live Diamonds that can be used on the platform.
To check out the MMC qualifiers schedule, you can head on over to MESF website. You can then catch the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Malaysia Championship games by downloading Bigo Live from the Play Store and App Store to catch MMC live on the platform.
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This is an exclusive article for Bigo Live.
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All-Female League of Legends Team Gets Kicked Out For “Unacceptable Level”

Over in Russia, Vaevictus, the all-female League of Legends team has been kicked out of the country’s LoL Continental League (LCL). The reason behind it? Well it seems that it had something to do with their overall performance.
One might ask on how bad is ‘bad’? Well it got to the point that even the folks at Riot Games Russia released a statement about the team where they claim they (Vaevictus) had an “unacceptable level of competitiveness in a closed league”.
It seems to be the case as Vaevictus failed to win any single game in both Spring and Summer Splits in 2019, a tournament which qualifies you for the League of Legends World Championship.

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On average, the team had 27 deaths per game. That is 10 more than the next highest in the league. Adding to that, it seems that they had the shortest average game period in the LCL at just 22 minutes and 11 seconds.
The team was allegedly subject to prejudice from other teams, reportedly gender discrimination and lack of sportsmanship.
Due to the exclusion, Team CrowCrowd will take their place instead in the tournament.
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Pokdepinion: It doesn’t matter of what your sex is, if you’re good, you’re good. If you’re bad, well you’d probably get kicked out like in this case.
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LG PuriCare Self-Service Tankless Water Purifier is Now Available in Malaysia

LG Electronics Malaysia launched the LG PuriCare Self-Service Tankless Water Purifier to its LG PuriCare Tankless Water Purifier line-up today. LG Electronics continues to respond to consumers’ ever-changing behaviour and demands with new products as the brand celebrate its third year in the Malaysian water purifier industry.
LG’s innovative ‘tankless’ technology provides access to pure water that is free of microbe growth and remains fresh regardless of temperature. The improved water purifier also has auto-sterilisation functions, quick filter change, and filter subscription, giving a new spin on “Total Self-Service.”

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The auto-sterilisation feature of the water purifier sterilises both the internal stainless-steel pipes and the output with hot water, eradicating 99.99% of bacteria. The system sterilises internal stainless-steel pipes once a week by default, but users can change this as often as they choose.
Its 4-Stage All Puri Filter System also removes 99.99% of norovirus and 9 kinds of heavy metals from water, including mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium, iron, copper, aluminium, manganese, and zinc.

Furthermore, the brand-new “Self-Service” features make a significant difference for consumers with hectic schedules. The service of filter subscription provides hassle-free filter replacement, allowing consumers to change the filter on their own, within their own schedule, without having to wait for customer care services.
Without requiring any equipment, the filter may be changed to a new one in seconds by twisting and pulling. Not to mention that the subscription service delivers fresh filters to customers’ doors every six months.
The water purifier also has a UV sterilisation feature, which automatically sterilises the inside of the water outlet once per hour or whenever the user selects. The LG ThinQ allows users to monitor the status of the water purifier and adjust the sterilisation schedule in real-time from any smartphone, at any time, while the Voice Guidance gives step-by-step instructions for high-temperature sterilisation, filter replacement, and function configuration.
LG PuriCare Self-Service Tankless Water Purifier is available in three colours: navy blue, silver, and white. Consumers can now purchase the newest water purifier at the following pricing:

Model
Colour
Price (RM)

Outright (RM)
Monthly Rental (RM)

 2 Years Filter Subscription
(Self-Service)
 2 Years Regular Visit
 7 Years Filter Subscription
(Self-Service)
 5 Years Filter Subscription
(Self-Service)
 7 Years Regular Visit
5 Years Regular Visit

WD516AN
Navy
Silver
Blue
 RM3,200
 RM4,000
 RM60/ month
 RM90/ month
 RM80/ month
 RM110/ month

Visit LG Electronics’ official website for more information on the LG PuriCare Self-Service Tankless Water Purifier and other products or follow their official Facebook page.
Pokdepinion: Great filter for those looking for one in their homes. The features as stated about will be great for those who are health conscious and are worried about what’s in their water.
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Here’s What You Need To Know About Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint Closed Beta

You might have known that Ubisoft’s upcoming title Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint Beta will take place tomorrow, 5th of September until the 8th of September 2019. The Closed Beta will be accessible to those who pre-order the game, those who participated in the game’s Online Technical Tests, as well as randomly selected players who registered on the Beta sign-up page.

In the Close Beta, you will have access to several provinces, missions to explore in up to four player co-op or solo. Missions available include two Operation Greenstone missions, taken from the main story line; Auroa Missions, which include side missions to discover more about the island and its inhabitants and Faction Missions which include eight new missions per day.

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In addition to that, players will gain access to Man Down, an in-game charity event which donates to Child’s Play. In the event, you can team up and help your teammates by reviving them when they are down. The more players participate, the more Ubisoft will done to the charity.

Adding to the Closed Beta details, Ubisoft has also revealed their Post-Launch plan for Year 1. It starts at launch with Operation Greenstone, followed by Episode 2 and 3, which comes every 4 months. Each Episode will receive hours of new contnet and support including a New Adventure, New End-game Content (Raid and Updates), Faction Missions, as well as PvP Updates and regular new content.

Players can now pre-load Ghost Recon Breakpoint Beta on PC and Xbox platforms while PS4 players can pre-load tomorrow noon. The full game will be available on October 4th 2019 on all three platforms. It’s worth mentioning that the game will be launched on the new Google Stadia.
Wondering if you can run the game on your PC? Well you can check out our previous coverage here to learn the game’s requirements.
Pokdepinion: I’m having a dilemma right now on whether I should get it for PC or my PS4…
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Blizzard Officially Reveals Lego Overwatch Sets – Tracer at the Forefront

Blizzard Officially Reveals Lego Overwatch Sets

Build the perfect team, brick by brick.
Coming soon: @LEGO_Group Overwatch sets! pic.twitter.com/Z04bCgyGDu
— Overwatch (@PlayOverwatch) October 2, 2018

Overwatch is one of Blizzard’s most successful franchises, right next to the likes of Warcraft, Starcraft, and Diablo. It has a huge following across the globe and even has its own dedicated eSports League. Now, we’re seeing it being pushed even more as they are going to have their own Lego sets.
Following previous teases, Blizzard has officially revealed that the company has partnered with The Lego Group to create Lego Overwatch products, with the first teaser showing an adorably miniaturized Tracer.

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While no specific release window was given for the sets other than the generic “coming soon” message, the teaser video still gives a good indication that the game seems like a natural fit to be made in LEGO form, and it will be interesting to see how the game carries over into different play sets and kits.
Aside from Tracer being confirmed as a figurine, it’s assumed that we’ll probably see far more of the cast be miniaturized in LEGO form, and hopefully some of the game’s maps for those that want a reenactment of combat as a display set.
Overwatch is currently available for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Be sure to check out the video at the top of this post.
Pokdepinion: I personally can’t wait to get my hands on all of them, including the maps if it exists. Blizzard, shut up and take my money!
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Samsung Teases Galaxy Note 9 Performance – 8GB RAM Incoming?

In their latest video, Samsung teased that their upcoming Galaxy Note 9 premium phablet will have improved performance. Perhaps 8GB RAM worthy?
Samsung Teases Galaxy Note 9 Performance, Possible 8GB RAM?

The folks over at Samsung has published yet another teaser with regards to their upcoming Galaxy Note 9 premium phablet. This time, the focus is on performance.
In the video, it shows a person struggling to download a PDF file. They tried turning off a few things, switching to Wi-Fi, and it seems to take forever. It also has a simple message at the end:

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Phone too slow? A lot can change in a day. August 9th 2018.
Saying what the date means at this point is gonna make us sound like a broken record so I’m pretty sure you know what it means. While the video seems to hint at an overall upgrade, this may seem to have a bigger significance on the RAM. Perhaps we might just see 8GBs of RAM on the Galaxy Note 9. Only time will tell.
If you wanna check out the previous two teasers, click right here for the battery one and right here for the storage one.
Pokdepinion: The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 is slowly starting to shape up and I’m starting to get a clear indication of how it might turn out at this point.
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TM is Offering 1 Year of Free Unifi 30 Mbps with Unlimited Quota – Here’s the Catch

TM is Offering 1 Year of Free Unifi 30 Mbps with Unlimited Quota

#khabarbaik 1 YEAR FREE unifi 30mbps (unlimited)? Wow! 😱 Macam tak percaya! 😍Nak tahu macam mana korang boleh dapatkan this awesome deal? Senang je! Jom ramai-ramai ajak family & kawan-kawan untuk join sekali peraduan Hari Malaysia ni 😉 pic.twitter.com/SsziROSHH7
— unifi (@unifi) September 11, 2019

If you’ve been looking for more ways to save money, then this might be the one for you. It appears that TM is offering 1 year of free Unifi 30Mbps with unlimited quota via their official account @unifi, which can be accessed by tweet at the top of this post or by clicking right here.
Of course, there is a catch. You will have to invite your friends and family to join for this special Hari Malaysia deal. To be precise, these are the steps that you need to take:

Watch the Hari Malaysia video by Unifi and post it using your social media account.
Share a Hari Malaysia-themed picture with them based on the values and what the day means to you.
Ensure that your account is set to Public so they can see it.
Use the hashtags #khabarbaik and #kitaunifimalaysia in all your entries.

In case anyone is wondering, the video that was mentioned in Step 1 is included at the top of this post. Submissions will only be accepted when posted on Facebook or Instagram. Submissions made on Twitter will not count. The contest will end on 30th September 2019 at precisely 11:59 PM so be sure to submit before the deadline. For more details on the rules, terms, and conditions, click right here.

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We wish you good luck and hope you get your free internet access for a year.
Pokdepinion: Not gonna lie, was really excited at first, then I saw what needs to be done. Well, it’s still worth a try at least.
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Get a free Christmas gift with Neffos; purchase a Neffos X1 or X1 Max and get a gift worth RM50!

From now until 31st December 2017, you can get a free gift worth RM50 with every purchase of the Neffos X1 or X1 Max. Priced starting from RM599 for the Neffos X1 and RM799 for the Neffos X1 Max, the devices are really affordable options for the budget-conscious consumer!

The free gift will be a SanDisk Ultra microSDHC UHS-I 16GB memory card with rated read speeds of up to 80 MB/s. This will work great for photos and video recording with the 13MP, PDAF main camera. If you are into selfies, the 5MP front-facing camera will do your smug mug justice.

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For even better value, all Neffos smartphones purchased during the Christmas period which lasts until 31st December 2017, you will get a one-year screen crack protection, two years warranty and three months of 1-to-1 exchange. That’s a better warranty arrangement than what the big brands can offer!
Don’t miss out on this incredible Christmas promotion and hurry up and get one for not only yourself but your family and friends this season of giving!
Pokdepinion: When every brand is now throwing out promotions left right and center, this gift seems like an afterthought. The warranty plan is great though.
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Motorola Set To Launch Moto X4 – Coming Soon In November!

Motorola has confirmed that their new Moto X4, which was unveiled at IFA 2017 conference earlier, will be coming out on the market this November 2017.
Motorola Moto X4
The confirmation date of release for the new device is 13th of November 2017, albeit for India. It was confirmed via Motorola India’s official Twitter account. Despite that, we will most probably see the release coming to our shores around that date.
Motorola’s new smartphone will come with a dual-camera setup at the rear which has a 12MP dual-pixel sensor and a 8MP ultra-wide angle lens. Sporting at the front is a 16MP f/2.0 camera with a single LED flash.

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The Moto X4 has a 5.2-inch Full HD display (1080 x 1920), which comes with a Gorilla Glass protection and is IP68 water and dust resistance rating. Packed inside the device is a 3000mAh battery and it comes with Motorola’s usual Turbo Charger for the essential quick charging. Talking about charging, it supports a USB Type-CTM Port. Thankfully, they still implement a 3.5mm headphone jack for our headphone/earphone needs in this world.
Price for the new Moto X4 has yet to be confirmed (even in India) and the release date here as mentioned before is still kept in the dark. Until then, we would just have to wait to get the heads up from Motorola. Don’t worry, we will keep you updated about the device. Stay tuned!
Pokdepinion: It would be interesting to see how much the device will retail soon. The limited amount of specs that we’ve got looks okay, but the downer for me is the size. Coming at only 5.2-inch, that’s pretty small. But hey, some might like them in smaller sizes, who am I to judge? :p So would you get it, when it comes out? Let us know in the comment section!
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Epson M1120 Printer Review — the laser printer killer?

Today we will be taking a look at the Epson EcoTank Monochrome M1120 WiFi Ink Tank Printer. This is a model that’s designed to fulfill an office’s printing needs, complete with features like WiFi and Epson Connect to make printing from multiple devices a breeze.
As you might expect from a printer by Epson, it comes with their renowned Ink Tank technology. In contrast to your usual ink jet printer which uses cartridges that have to be replaced when they run out of ink, the Epson M1120’s ink tank can be refilled. The Epson M1120 comes with a bottle of high yield ink that promises up to 6000 pages per bottle.
Epson M1120 Specifications

Supported paper size
Up to 215.9 x 1200 mm
Legal, Letter, A4, 16K, B5, A5, B6, A6, Hagaki, Envelopes #10, DL, C6

Paper tray capacity
Input: Up to 150 sheets 80g/m2 A4
Output: Up to 30 sheets

Printing speed
Up to 32 pages per minute

Resolution
Up to 1440 x 720 dpi

Ink
Black: Epson 005 / Epson 005S

Features
USB 2.0
Epson iPrint
Epson Email Print
Remote Print Driver
Google Cloud Print
WiFi 802.11/b/g/n
WiFi Direct

Noise
53dB(A)

Dimensions
375 x 267 x 161 mm

Weight
3.5kg

Priced at RM689, the Epson M1120 is an economical printer that can churn out as many pages as your average mono laser printer, while being just as fast. We tested out Epson’s claims and we put our findings into the review video below:

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PS Plus Members Get 1 More FREE GAME This March 2020

If you’re a PS Plus gamer, then I’m sure you’ve read the list of free games coming your way this March 2020. If you haven’t, you can click right here to get up to speed. Now, the folks over at Sony Interactive Entertainment Singapore have officially announced yet another addition to the free games lineup.
That game is none other than Monster Hunter World. The game will be available to all PS Plus members from 18th March 2020 to 21st April 2020. Yes, this means that even new subscribers will get the game for free, as long as you have an active membership within those dates.

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Monster Hunter World Synopsis on PS Store
Welcome to a new world! Take on the role of a hunter and slay ferocious monsters in a living, breathing ecosystem where you can use the landscape and its diverse inhabitants to get the upper hand. Hunt alone or in co-op with up to three other players, and use materials collected from fallen foes to craft new gear and take on even bigger, badder beasts!
That’s Not the Only Bonus for PS Plus Members

Apart from the free game, you are also entitled to a special 30% discount on the game’s expansion, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne. The discount will have a slightly different date as it’s applicable for the PS Store Mega March Sale from 18th March 2020 to 31st March 2020.
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Pokdepinion: If you’ve been wanting to get the game for yourself but have not done so yet, I would recommend getting the membership instead. It’s cheaper than buying the game and you get other free games as well.
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POCO F3 GT might be rebranded Redmi K40 Gaming Edition

The awesome Redmi K40 Gaming Edition has yet to make a global appearance outside of China, but it might debut in India soon. Not as the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition, but apparently as the POCO F3 GT.

Expect a new rebranding from @IndiaPOCO soon.#RedmiK40Gaming = #POCOF3GT for India. pic.twitter.com/jZcsa1shpn
— Kacper Skrzypek (@kacskrz) April 28, 2021

It wouldn’t be too surprising to see Xiaomi rebrand the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition as the POCO F3 GT, considering the Redmi K40 has been rebranded for the global market as the POCO F3. It will also mark the first flagship-class POCO to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset.

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POCO will also gain its first gaming smartphone, which is a great step forward for the POCO brand. POCO’s main focus has always been great specifications for the price, so the POCO F3 GT would fit right in.
Redmi K40 Gaming Edition/POCO F3 GT Specs

Dimensity 1200, octa-core up to 3.0GHz, 6nm FinFET
Up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM
 Up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
6.67″ FHD+ 120Hz OLED display, 480Hz touch sampling
64MP f/1.7 + 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide + 2MP f/2.4
16MP selfie camera
5065mAh battery, 67W fast charging
6GB/128GB – 1999 CNY (~RM1263)
8GB/128GB – 2199 CNY (~RM1389)
8GB/256GB – 2399 CNY (~RM1516)
12GB/256GB – 2699 CNY (~RM1705)

“Locked & loaded, finger on the trigger” The next F is closer than you thought.
Good things come to those who wait, best things to those who never give up! pic.twitter.com/Pu7G6VZgFR
— POCO India – Register for Vaccine 💪🏿 (@IndiaPOCO) May 28, 2021

POCO India has confirmed that the POCO F3 GT is coming in Q3 2021 with the Dimensity 1200 under the hood, but hasn’t revealed any other features or specifications. However given Xiaomi’s current lineup, the Redmi K40 Gaming Edition is definitely a prime candidate to be rebadged as the POCO F3 GT.

It is worth mentioning that the Redmi K40 was not introduced in India as the POCO F3, but it was instead launched as the Xiaomi Mi 11X. Hopefully since we have the POCO F3 in Malaysia, the POCO F3 GT will be a natural addition to the lineup here.
Pokdepinion: I sure hope it arrives in Malaysia too… I really want to give it a try. Maybe I can upgrade from my POCO F2 Pro too. Hopefully without the POCO India branding.
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Fortnite YouTuber Banned From Game Following Controversial Act

It appears that SerpentAU, a popular Fortnite YouTuber has been banned from the battleroyale game. The reasoning? Well he admitted to using macros to gain the upper hand in games.
YouTuber banned from Fortnite
SerpentAU getting banned on Fortnite
If you’re not sure of what macros actually does, it’s the ability to combine multiple keys to a single input, which makes you have an advantage in speed.
Serpent tweeted recently “I just got banned on Fortnite”. Though some people would deny their guilt in cases like this, Serpent has accepted the punishment openly.

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Adding to the news, his now ex-team, Overtime Gaming has decided to drop him from the squad with the news that he had indeed been using macros to gain the upper hand in matches.
Here’s what they had to say:
At Overtime Gaming, it is our job first and foremost to look after our talent and the community we are building. As of this moment, SerpentAU is released. After further investigation within the last 12 hours, we have definite reasoning to believe SerpentAU has committed an act of dishonesty through the use of Macros – to our staff, friends, and community. We absolutely do not condone this type of behavior and will be taking more pre-cautions in the future.
Serpent has since offered an apology and has said that he does not condone cheating in any way.
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Pokdepinion: It is wrong regardless, but at least he showed some decency to admitting that it was wrong.
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I’m sure many people are excited for the Demon’s Souls remake on the PS5. If you were looking to enjoy the game at 4K 60FPS, then it’s best to dial down the expectations a little, just in case, as a recent analysis has shed some grim light on the matter.
Demon’s Souls on PS5 Might Not Run at 4K 60FPS

According to an analysis by Digital Foundry, Demon’s Souls will run at 1440p 60FPS, not 4K 60FPS. They did a breakdown on the game’s footage, which takes note of ray tracing, the lack of frame drops, comparison to the PS3 version, and more.

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They believe that the 1440p 60FPS gameplay is a demonstration of the performance mode, and expects there to be a visual mode of sorts which will let the game run at 4K 30FPS. Basically, it’s either you want visual fidelity or buttery smooth gameplay.
As the game has yet to be released and is slated to be a launch title, anything can happen from now until the release. There might be some optimization work left to be done for the game, PS5 firmware updates, and more that could greatly impact how the game performs in reality.
One thing that’s a bit of a worry is if the next gen console isn’t capable of running the game at 4K 60FPS, will the hardware be able to stay competitive, especially in a fast-paced technological environment. There’s always the option of a mid-life cycle hardware upgrade, but not everyone would be willing to shell out money for that.
For now, Demon’s Souls remake will be coming exclusively to the PlayStation 5 on 12th November 2020.
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Pokdepinion: Well, there’s still time for optimizations and I’m certain it’s not fully optimized yet. Let’s just hope for the best.
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ASUS announces FX553VD for RM3499; entry level gaming laptop powered by a GeForce GTX 1050!

ASUS’ is often considered one of the pricier brands when it comes to gaming laptops. Gamers who need a laptop that is capable of some light gaming and is affordable will often have to look the other way, but the latest addition to ASUS’ stable is pretty reasonably priced. At just RM3499, this is an entry level gaming laptop that won’t bust a hole in your wallet.

The ASUS FX553VD features an Intel Core i5 7300HQ quad-core CPU with 4GB of DDR4 RAM. If you go ahead and replace the included 4GB DIMM, you can have kit out the ASUS FX553VD with up to 32GB of DDR4 memory. Graphics will be handled by a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 2GB GDDR5. Your favorite MOBAs will not cause this laptop to break a sweat at all.

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The display is a 15.6″ 1080p anti-glare unit capable of a standard 60 Hz refresh rate and 45% NTSC coverage. 1TB of hard disk storage will allow you to keep your library of games without having to worry about which ones to delete. Two USB Type-A ports and a USB Type-C port support USB 3.0 (5 Gbps) speeds for fast data transfer, while a USB 2.0 port handles your peripherals.

Speaking of peripherals, gamers will appreciate the scissor-switch keyboard with 2.5mm of travel distance, 30-key rollover and a highlighted WASD cluster, oversized spacebar and isolated arrow keys for a precise gaming experience. Rounding off the specs list is a 48 Whrs battery for you to do some work away from home.

The ASUS FX553V-DDM1025T can be gotten at the above list of outlets at a price of RM3499 with a 2 year warranty and a complimentary gaming backpack.
Pokdepinion: The ASUS FX553VD looks like a good deal for gamers on a budget and want to get into the ASUS gaming ecosystem. Be warned though; once you enter, you will never leave.
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Apple is Rather Quiet on the iPhone XS #Chargegate Issue – No Official Solutions Yet

Apple is Rather Quiet on the iPhone XS #Chargegate Issue

Apple hasn’t responded publicly but I’ve received many screenshots from users that seem to indicate they’re aware of the charge issue. pic.twitter.com/RiL6mv9J8s
— Lewis Hilsenteger (@UnboxTherapy) October 1, 2018

Not long ago, we reported about a particular issue on the iPhone XS which has been dubbed as Chargegate, which you can read about right here. What it essentially is is that the device refuses to charge if it has been idle for a while, with some only charging if the display is awake.
Even Lewis Hilsenteger from Unbox Therapy has chimed in on the issue, where he demonstrated the Chargegate issue by testing it on 9 iPhones and plugging them only to an official Apple charge in a video he uploaded to his YouTube channel.

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The 2017 iPhone X charged without any issues but many of the new iPhone XS and XS Max devices refused to charge when plugged in. Interestingly, this is not an issue when he used wireless charging, only wired.
It’s worth noting that since iOS 11.4.1, the lightning port canbe disabled when the device has been idle for a while, which may be related to how this issue came about.
In a tweet, Lewis mentioned that while Apple has to give an official statement regarding the matter nor provide a solution for it, he has received screenshots from users which indicated that Apple is at least aware that chargegate is a thing and that they’re investigating the issue.
At the moment, there is no working solution for the issue just yet. It would be more viable to use a wireless charger for the time being.
Source: BBC
Pokdepinion: Anybody here feels that this could possibly be a sign that Apple may just remove the Lightning port in the future and rely solely on wireless charging? I sure do.
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TM Seems To Have a New Streamyx Promo – Offering Packages for RM100 and Below

TM has started having a new limited time promo for Streamyx, offering their broadband packages for RM100 and below. It’s something, we suppose.
New TM Streamyx Promo Offers Packages for RM100 and Below
Image source: The Edge Markets
It appears that the folks over at Telekom Malaysia (TM) has started offering a limited time promo for their Streamyx broadband packages. It’s rare for this kinda thing to happen but with the recent price cuts with Unifi, this is somewhat expected, especially for those who do not have access to Unifi.
This promo will see Streamyx subscribers saving up on a decent amount of money every month compared to its original price. However, keep in mind that this limited time promo will only be available in selected places as opposed to the whole of Malaysia.

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Disclaimer: We are not endorsing the sale of this promo package. It’s merely a sample of the promo.
According to the Facebook post found by Amanz, these are the Streamyx packages offered by TM:

1Mbps = RM90
2Mbps = RM90
4Mbps = RM90
8Mbps = RM100

Subscribers are also expected to have free calls to TM fixed lines while the 8mbps package will also have access to the basic programming on UnifiTV.
This new promo appears to only be applicable to new Streamyx customers only, so current subscribers will still have to pay the same amount as the original price. As we reported before, TM is currently planning to upgrade Unifi users as well as some Streamyx users that are eligible for Unifi so more people can enjoy high speed internet.
However, this still leaves the people who have no choice but to subscribe to Streamyx as they have no access to Unifi out in the dark. We will be reporting on the situation as more information becomes available.
Source: Amanz / Facebook
Pokdepinion: Well, I am about pretty sure there is gonna be a huge number of people being unhappy with TM if they continuously get ignored. Get your voices heard and continue pressuring them, peeps.
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Garmin Malaysia Offers Discounts Up To 16% And Here’s Their Offers

A big fan of Garmin’s offerings? Well Garmin Malaysia has announce of their Garmin Outdoor and Run Promotions where you can get up to 16% discounts to enjoy.
Garmin Malaysia Outdoor and Run promo

In the promo, you can expect a wide range of their products of be on offer, with the starting price of RM999. For the full list, you may refer to the table below.

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Model
Original price
Promo price

Garmin Forerunner 245
RM1,430
RM1,299

Garmin Forerunner 245 Music
RM1,670
RM1,499

Garmin Fenix 6s (Silver)
RM2,880
RM2,599

Garmin Fenix 6s (Sapphire)
RM3,820
RM3,399

Garmin Fenix 6 (Sapphire)
RM3,829
RM3,399

Garmin Instinct (Normal)
RM1,399
RM1,199

Garmin Instinct (Tactical)
RM1,199
RM999

The promotion is applicable to all Garmin stores, online and through authorized dealers. Of course, you’d find the deals on their official stores on Lazada and Shopee as well.
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Pokdepinion: I wouldn’t say that they’re exactly cheap but hey, they’re more affordable now if you want to test out one of their wearables. Will you be getting one?
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