Win a gaming monitor in the Ace with ROG Video Contest!

ASUS is giving away an ASUS VG248QE worth up to RM1269 in their Ace with ROG Video Contest, where all you need to is just a few simple steps and you will be in the running for a new gaming monitor!
The ASUS VG248QE comes with a 144 Hz refresh rate and a 1ms response time, putting it right up there with the best of gaming monitors in the market. It also sports 6 preset video modes to enhance your viewing experience.
Here’s how to join the giveaway:

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STEP 1 : Complete the Gaming monitor survey (http://bit.ly/AceWithROG)
STEP 2: In your creative way, create a video no longer than 3 minutes based on the below ROG Gaming Monitor keywords:

No.1 Gaming Monitor Brand
The Most TUV Certified
Aura Sync

STEP 3: Upload the video on YouTube.
STEP 4: Submit your entry through woobox (https://woobox.com/fv2n8q)
If you need some tips on what to talk about with each theme, here are some points provided by ASUS themselves:

ASUS ROG displays: The choice of champions
ASUS ROG gaming monitors have long been the premier choice for gaming professionals around the world, and 2018 has been no exception. This year, ROG displays were chosen by many high-profile esports teams competing on the international stage, including: Ninjas in Pyjamas, a renowned Swedish team that specializes in Counter Strike: Global Offensive® (CS:GO®); Rogue Warriors, a top-ranking Chinese squad who are masters of League of Legends® (LoL), PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds PlayerUnknown’s, Battlegrounds (PUBG), Warcraft® III, GKART and Hearthstone®; Refund Gaming, the No.1 Vietnamese PUBG team; and ASUS ROG Elite, a Serbian LoL team that’s the fastest-growing squad in Serbia’s Fortuna esports league,
In addition, ROG gaming monitors have enjoyed a prominent position at many gaming tournaments and events. These include: BlizzCon® 2018, an epic American celebration of all things related to Blizzard Entertainment; DreamHack Masters Stockholm 2018; PGI China 2018; CS:GO Asia Championships 2018; and Rift Rivals 2018.
This popularity with gaming pros and event coordinators tops a lengthy list of accolades and plaudits awarded to ROG by the media and fans, honoring the brand as the No.1 choice for gaming monitors. In fact, ASUS and ASUS ROG have now been ranked as the top gaming-monitor brands in 18 different countries.

ASUS Ultra-low Blue Light Monitor with TÜV Rheinland Certifications
Many people suffer from discomfort while long hours of playing games, reading and working or even watching movies. That is why the latest ASUS ultra-low blue light displays dramatically reduce low blue light and onscreen flicker, so you get the most comfortable experience ever.   Free yourself from strain, irritation or fatigue while doing the things you want to do, or need to do.The latest range of ASUS ultra-low blue light monitors (including the Essential Series, Designo Series, Professional Series and Gaming Series) feature four filter settings to reduce blue light emissions by up to 70%!  ASUS announced that 28 ASUS monitors with Smart Dynamic Backlight Adjustment received the TÜV Rheinland flicker-free certification, and 26 ASUS monitors received the TÜV Rheinland certification for low blue light emissions which is the most for any monitor brand.
TÜV Rheinland is a professional certification organization and the world’s leading authority on display testing. The company has developed a display-specific standard (2PfG) for low blue light and flicker-free testing and measurement

ASUS AURA SYNC
Aura RGB LED lighting was developed to perfectly complement your gaming rig for a true expression of individuality. Aura RGB provides a nearly endless spectrum of colors, patterns and even the ability to link lighting to music, in-game action, or CPU/GPU temperatures.
What are you waiting for? Go make the video and win the ASUS VG248QE!
Pokdepinion: Well I am off to brainstorm for ideas to make a video!
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U Mobile Recognised As The Most Improved Malaysian Network At Opensignal’s Mobile Network Global Awards 2020

U Mobile achieves Global Rising Star status

Opensignal, the independent global standard for measuring real-world mobile network experience, has just crowned U Mobile as the Most Improved Malaysian Network at its inaugural Mobile Network Global Awards 2020. The Mobile Network Global Awards compare and rank the world’s best mobile operators utilising over 400 billion measurements collected by Opensignal from almost 96 million devices during the period January 1 2019 to June 28 2020. The awards were created to mark Opensignal’s 10th anniversary.

Between H1 2019 and H1 2020, U Mobile was one of only four telcos globally to achieve improvements across all four metrics in this category:

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Video Experience
Download Speed Experience
Upload Speed Experience
4G Availability

Opensignal users on U Mobile noticed an improvement of 39.2% in Video Experience; 18.6% advance in 4G Availability; 69% better Download Speed and the percentage change was even more impressive for upload speeds, which rose by a staggering 127.8% in the same period; from 2.5 Mbps to 5.7 Mbps.

Five telcos from Malaysia were among those considered at the Mobile Network Global Awards but unfortunately, none of them took home the Global Winner and Global Leader awards. Despite that, Opensignal recognises the achievement of operators, such as U Mobile, who have made rapid progress in a short period of time, thus awarding them with the Global Rising Star recognition.
For more info regarding the Mobile Network Global Awards, you can check the full awards report right here.
Pokdepinion: Well done U Mobile! You may not have won the top prize but getting recognition like this is definitely a good step forward. Interested to see how far you can go in the future.
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NFC Now Allows You To Wirelessly Charge Devices

The NFC Forum has revealed the approval of a wireless charging specifications that allows you to charge your devices simply with NFC.
Wireless charging with NFC
NFC or Near-field communications is a protocol that allows low-speed connection between two electronic devices over a short distance. With the news that the NFC Forum has approved and adopted the Wireless Charging Specifications to allow the feature to wirelessly charge, well you can expect to use it to charge low-power IoT devices soon.
wireless charging
Wireless charging has been around for some time now, we all know this but they require dedicated coils in order for them to charge devices.

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Though the news means that we can charge devices such as smart watches, wireless earbuds, and the likes, it’s worth noting that charging though NFC will only offer 1W of power. It may seem small, but with the mentioned devices, it’s definitely a welcomed feature.
As of now, there’s no details on the required specifications for wireless charging through NFC but it is expected to work with new NFC chips. This probably means that older NFC-capable devices won’t be able to support the wireless charging feature.
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Pokdepinion: Why not, right? Hopefully there’ll be a lot of smartphones to support it in the near future.
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Microsoft May Be Buying Over Sega and Konami to Bolster Xbox Brand in Japan

Many gamers believe that Microsoft lost in previous console wars due to a lack of attractive first party games. They’re definitely looking to step up in that area to boost the Xbox brand up with their acquisition of Bethesda but now, they may just be setting their sights on Sega and Konami.
Microsoft May Be Buying Over Sega and Konami

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One rumour that has been going around recently is that Microsoft is looking to acquire both Konami and Sega. The idea here is to strengthen the Xbox brand presence in Japan, which is their weakest market thus far given their previous attempts.
You may think that such a thing would be ridiculous but given how they’ve purchased ZeniMax Media, the parent company of id Software and Bethesda Softworks, we’re certain that they’ll be aiming as high as possible, and they certainly have the money for it. After all, they are still aggressively looking to boost their gaming portfolio for the Xbox brand.
Microsoft and Sega are no strangers to each other, with their collaboration on the Windows CE implementation in the Sega Dreamcast being one of the more notable projects. While Sega has since left the console business, they are still in the games industry, even pitching to Microsoft on turning the original Xbox into a “home” for existing Sega game franchises. If this acquisition happens, they would have access to a robust lineup of IPs and technological prowess given the history.
For now however, this is still a rumour with no confirmation whatsoever yet. Microsoft head Satya Nadella and Xbox chief Phil Spencer mentioned that acquiring established game developers is the right direction to take, so we will most likely see more acquisition and expansions this year. Whether it’s Sega, Konami, or some other company, we will just have to wait and see.
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Pokdepinion: If this ever came true, it’s going to be a huge advantage for Microsoft and the Xbox brand. I also expect Sony to make a major move shortly after to counter this if it ever came to effect.
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GPD Win 3 Is A Handheld Gaming PC Powered By 11th Gen Intel Processors

Recently announced on Indiegogo. the GPD Win 3 is a handheld gaming PC that features 11th Gen Intel processors and Intel Xe Graphics. It has a design that’s very Nintendo Switch-esque with a 5.5-inch 1280 x 720 IPS touchscreen display with Gorilla Glass 5 that slides out to reveal keyboard underneath.
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It also has game controllers on the left and right side with all the buttons and functions you would expect from controllers. The game controllers also come equipped with dual vibration motors.
Play your PC games on the go with GPD Win 3
Image credit: GPD
As mentioned before, the GPD WIn 3 comes with either an Intel Core i5-1135G7 or Intel Core i7-1165G7 processors as well as Intel 12th generation Iris Xe Graphics. The handheld gaming PC also comes with 16 GB LPDDR4x 4266 MHz memory, 1TB M.2 NVMe 2280 SSD, Thunderbolt 4, and WiFi 6. Moreover, it has support for A2-level microSDXC card and Bluetooth 5.0 which can connect to up to 7 Bluetooth devices.

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The GPD WIn 3 comes equipped with a 44W battery that supports 65W PD 2.0 protocol fast charging. It can be fully charged in just one and a half hours and can last up to 3 hours with heavy gaming, up to 8 hours with moderate use and up to 11 hours with light use. The GPD Win 3 also features a dock which can be used to connect external devices.
As for cooling, the GPD Win 3 features a super turbofan for PC + dual heat pipe heat dissipation solution that also comes with PWM control.
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The GPD Win 3 currently comes in two variants; a black variant and a limited edition silver variant. Prices go for USD799 (RM3,236.76) for the Intel Core i5-1135G7 and USD899 (RM3,641.86) for the Intel Core i7-1165G7 version. You can check them out via their Indiegogo page right here.
Pokdepinion: This looks mighty interesting. I’ve always wanted a viable way to play my PC games on the go and this might just be it. While Steam Link does scratch that itch somewhat, it’s still not perfect for me.
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HUAWEI 9.9 Super Sale Running With Up To 90% Off Deals

HUAWEI Malaysia has today announced the launch of their Shop 9.9 Super Sale campaign across the country where you can enjoy deals up to 90% at the HUAWEI Store, Lazada as well Shopee.
HUAWEI 9.9 Super Sale

The one-day only sale will feature flash deals, discounted items, as well as new arrival products. You can also grab an online discount voucher worth RM199 for selected products from today, 2nd September till the 9th of September. To get them, all you need to do is visit the HUAWEI Store or Lazada and redeem the voucher.
With the voucher, you can use it upon checkout on the 9th of September itself. You might want to be quick however as the voucher comes in limited quantity.

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On the 9th September at 10.08am, the 9.9 Super Sale will begin where you can get the following products:
ProductPlatformRRPPromo PriceHUAWEI AM61 Bluetooth EarphoneHUAWEI Store Flash DealsRM205RM99HUAWEI FreeLaceHUAWEI Store Flash DealsRM369RM199HUAWEI CP39S Car ChargerHUAWEI Store Flash DealsRM289RM99HUAWEI Gentle Monster + HUAWEI nova 7iLazada Flash DealsRM2,797RM999HUAWEI CM510 Mini SpeakerLazada + HUAWEI Store Flash Deals + ShopeeRM99RM9.90
If you’re looking for their some of their flagship products, well they’ve got you covered too which the following deals on 9th September:
ProductFreebiesRRPPromo PriceHUAWEI Watch GT 2 (Black)Green StrapRM799RM599HUAWEI MatePad ProM-Pencil + Smart Magnetic KeyboardRM2,399RM2,399HUAWEI MateBook D 15 (8GB+256GB)MouseRM2,299RM1,999HUAWEI WS5200N/ARM169RM99HUAWEI Mate 30 ProExtended Warranty + CP39S + To purchase Screen Protection at RM198RM3,599RM1,999HUAWEI P30 Pro (8+512)To purchase Screen Protection at RM198 and Extended Warranty at RM119RM3,899RM2,399HUAWEI MateBook 13 R5Mouse and BackpackRM3,499RM2,999HUAWEI Q2 ProN/ARM499RM399
Like we’ve mentioned earlier that there’s vouchers for you to take advantage of, well you can use them for the following products:
ProductRRPPromo PriceHUAWEI FreeBuds 3RM679RM480HUAWEI Sound XRM1,299RM1,100HUAWEI nova 5TRM1,399RM1,200HUAWEI P40 Pro+ RM4,999RM4,800
Last but not least, they have deals for some of their latest arrivals:
ProductPlatformFreebiesRRPPromo PriceHUAWEI MatePad T10 (WiFi)HUAWEI Store + LazadaN/ARM799RM499HUAWEI MatePad (WiFi)HUAWEI Store + Lazada + ShopeeKeyboardRM1,399RM1,399HUAWEI Watch FitHUAWEI Store + Lazada + Shopee Buy 2 and get RM100 instant rebateRM998RM898
If you wish to redeem the RM199 vouchers, you can do so here.
Pokdepinion: It’s been quite awhile that HUAWEI’s been running promos like this. I wonder how long they’ll keep it up. The longer, the better I’d say.
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HUAWEI Hongmeng OS Is Apparently NOT for Smartphones

With the recent issues between China and US, HUAWEI is essentially at the forefront of companies affected by it. When a ban was initially made by the Trump Administration, we learned of Hongmeng OS being the potential Android replacement. As it turns out however, that might not be the case after all.
Senior Vice President and HUAWEI board member Catherine Chen informed a media roundtable in Brussels that Hongmeng OS wasn’t developed for smartphones. Instead, it was meant for industrial / commercial use like IoT. It was said to be already long in development before discussions on Android alternatives took place.

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She included that while mobile OS for smartphones included hundreds of million lines of code, Hongmeng OS included hundreds of thousands. This would also mean that it has incredibly lower latency compared to a mobile OS.
It was mentioned that HUAWEI is intending to continue their use of Android OS for all their smartphones for the foreseeable future. As for whether they will be able to continue to do for a long time is still uncertain. While the Trump Administration have seemingly softened their position on the company as of late, it’s still blacklisted.
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Pokdepinion: It’s not to say that the company doesn’t have a mobile OS being developed in secret or anything. It’s no surprise that large companies will already have a contingency plan ready for various occasions. Either way, best not to speculate until we hear about it.
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Google Tensor confirmed to be based on Exynos by Pixel 6 code

The Google Tensor is manufactured on Samsung’s 5nm process, but it seems the collaboration does run deeper. While previously it was rumored that the Google Tensor chip is based off an Exynos chip, code in the Pixel 6 confirms the link.
Google Tensor is a Samsung Exynos chip?

To people annoying me for calling the Google Tensor an Exynos variant, or keep brining up Samsung into the discussion. pic.twitter.com/t7hRh55CHt
— Andrei F. (@andreif7) October 25, 2021

There are references to the Exynos 9845 (S5E9845) in Google’s code on the Pixel 6, while the Exynos 9840 (S5E9840) is the codename for the Exynos 2100. Google appears to have harnessed some of Samsung’s know-how in designing the chip, but added their own spin to enable the experiences that Google intended to offer with the Google Pixel 6 series.

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Unlike the Exynos 2100, the Google Tensor packs two Cortex-X1 cores clocked at up to 2.8GHz for its high-performance cluster, two Cortex-A76 cores at up to 2.25GHz for its “mid” cluster and four efficient Cortex-A55 cores at 1.8GHz. This is actually quite a bit more conservative than the Exynos 2100, which packs one Cortex-X1 at up to 2.91GHz, three Cortex-A78 at 2.81GHz and four Cortex-A55 at 2.2GHz. The GPU has also been bumped up from the Mali-G78MP14 in the Exynos 2100 to a Mali-G78MP20 in the Google Tensor chip.
And then of course there’s the Tensor Processing Unit (TPU) block that gives the Tensor chip its name. Developed by Google’s ML R&D team, the TPU delivers all sorts of AI smarts that Google is debuting with the Google Pixel 6 devices. In combination with the ISP, it also enables advanced computational photography, going so far as to enable 4K60 HDR video recording, while also bringing faster focusing with more accurate face detection.
Google Pixel 6 Series Specs and Price

Pixel 6
Pixel 6 Pro

Processor
Google Tensor, Titan M2 security coprocessor
5nm (Samsung)

RAM
8GB LPDDR5
12GB LPDDR5

Storage
Up to 256GB UFS 3.1
Up to 512GB UFS 3.1

Display
6.4″ FHD+ 90Hz OLED display
HDR support, 16 million colors, Gorilla Glass Victus
6.7″ QHD+ 120Hz LTPO OLED display
HDR support, 16 million colors, Gorilla Glass Victus

Rear Camera
50MP f/1.85 main camera, 1/1.31″ sensor, OIS
12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera, 114° FoV
50MP f/1.85 main camera, 1/1.31″ sensor, OIS
12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera, 114° FoV
48MP f/3.5 4X optical zoom telephoto camera, 1/2″ sensor, OIS, 20X Super Res Zoom

Selfie Camera
8MP f/2.0
11.1MP f/2.2

Battery
4614mAh
30W USB-PD fast charging (sold separately)
21W fast wireless charging (sold separately)
5003mAh
30W USB-PD fast charging (sold separately)
23W fast wireless charging (sold separately)

Price
128GB: $599 (~RM2499)
256GB: $699 (~RM2916)
128GB: $899 (~RM3750)
256GB: $999 (~RM4167)
512GB: $1099 (~RM4585)

From various benchmarks, it appears that the Google Tensor is seen outperforming the Exynos 2100, although it still lags behind the Snapdragon 888 and Apple A15 Bionic chips. Perhaps the upcoming Google Tensor 2 will bring more competitive performance to the table?
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Pokdepinion: I do wonder why Google decided on Cortex-A76 cores though, when the Cortex-A78 architecture is more efficient and performant.
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Razer Launch zGold-MOLPoints In Malaysia – Celebrate with zGold-MOLPoints AFK!

Nowadays it is pretty much easy to do online transactions, especially in gaming. Now, it is even more easier with the launching of zGold-MOLPoints by Razer and MOL. Since the announcement of MOL’s appointment as the distributor of Razer’s virtual credits known as Razer zGold, MOLPoints has been rebranded as zGold-MOLPoints.
zGold-MOLPoints
So one might ask the question, what exactly is zGold-MOLPoints? With zGold-MOLPoints, gamers can now purchase points from over 17 countries and use them as a payment for over 2,500 content titles from MOL network and game publishers such as Wargaming, Aeria Games, Webzen and loads more. It focuses on serving users in South East Asia basically. Is it different compared to the already available Razer zGold? Yes it is. Customers can purchase Razer zGold and spend with Razer gaming partners to enjoy offers, exclusive promotions, and even earn Razer zSilver, which you can use to purchase even more stuff. Razer zGold virtual credits are pegged at $1 USD = 100 zGold and can be used around the world. You can buy Razer zGold credits by clicking here.
Our ultimate vision is to provide a unified virtual credits system for gamers and our partnership with MOL is helping us to achieve that. This is all part of our commitment to give value back to the gaming community by offering a universe of digital content, secure and convenient payments and a unique gamer rewards program. Min-Liang Tan, Co-Founder and CEO of Razer Inc
Min-Liang Tan also added in the press conference, Razer is super excited about the initiative and look forward in the future and promises more cool stuff to come in the near future.

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zGold-MOLPoints AFK Event
To commemorate with the launch of zGold-MOLPoints, both Razer and MOL hosts the zGold-MOLPoints AFK event (19th and 20th August 2017) at Berjaya Times Square. So if you’ve missed the first day, you can still head on down for the following day. It is a gamer focused event that gives fans the chance to fully experience the Razer way of gaming. Several activities were in store for fans at the event. Here’s some glimpse of what happened in the first day;
Razer girls promoting popular Razer products
Awesome looking Razer’s Destiny 2 Edition peripherals

The public gets a chance to test out the new Razer Raiju controller
Razer’s Overwatch 3v3 Tournament
From left to right; Min-Liang Tan, Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Vincent Tan and Preecha Praipattarakul were on hand to officiate the event
Pokdepinion: The zGold-MOLPoints seems like it will attract more gamers into online gaming. Surely it will be even more convenient for gamers out there to purchase virtual credits.

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AMD set to make APUs and GPUs at Samsung’s foundries?

AMD is looking towards working with Samsung to produce their upcoming APUs and GPUs. While AMD has worked with TSMC since the Radeon VII which was the start of AMD’s 7nm generation, TSMC is quite literally overrun with orders. This has resulted in shortages globally for not only AMD’s CPUs and GPUs, but also for the PlayStation 5 and new Xbox consoles which feature custom AMD APUs.
The fabless Californian chipmaker is supposedly looking to ramp up their production volumes to satisfy the huge demand for their chips, but TSMC is unable to deliver on their end. The situation at TSMC is expected to be even worse when AMD transitions to the 5nm node for their next-gen parts. Apple has reportedly booked up most of TSMC’s production capacity. NVIDIA has also allegedly taken a slice of the pie, which means even less capacity for AMD.

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AMD is said to be currently weighing the cost of designing their chips for production at Samsung against the lost potential sales incurred by insufficient supply. It is unclear whether AMD will be working with Samsung for their 5nm GPUs, or whether it will be further down the pipeline with AMD harnessing Samsung’s 3nm node instead of TSMC’s.
Recently, both Qualcomm and NVIDIA have made the jump to Samsung’s foundries. The Snapdragon 888 and GeForce RTX 30 series GPUs are manufactured on Samsung’s 5nm and 8nm processes, respectively. The largest customer for TSMC’s 5nm node is Apple, with the Cupertino tech giant making the chips for not only their smartphones, but also their laptops there.
Samsung has just recently announced a $10 billion foundry in Texas that is expected to churn out 3nm chips for its US customers. However operations are slated to start in 2023, which is still a pretty long way from now, especially in the tech industry.
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Pokdepinion: I wonder if Samsung can allow AMD to continue their current trend of efficiency improvements.
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10th Gen Intel stock coolers revamped with all-black design

We received the 10th Gen Intel Core processors without the stock cooler, but it’s not like we needed one anyway. But if you do, well apparently getting one of the locked SKUs in Intel’s Comet Lake desktop lineup will net you one of these new Intel stock coolers, and Intel actually took the time to improve the cooler.
It’s still nothing close to the Wraith Prism cooler which comes with four direct-contact heatpipes and RGB lighting, but it definitely looks better than the stock coolers that came with the previous generation of processors. For starters, Intel applied the all-black treatment to the heatsink fins, giving it a much sleeker look than the bare grey aluminium of the previous generation.

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They sleeved the cables here too, for a much cleaner look. It is a huge upgrade from the disgusting mess of cables that were connected to the earlier Intel stock coolers. So now that we are done with the aesthetics, let’s take a look at the bits that actually affect the cooling.
The fan design doesn’t seem to have been changed significantly at all, so you probably aren’t going to get any gains from that. The fin array also seems to be of a similar design with aluminium fins spreading out from the center. Interestingly, Intel has returned to using a copper core, after their jump to a full-aluminium heatsink to save cost apparently backfired when the previous generation of CPUs were thermally-limited from achieving their full boost potential.

Intel still uses the fiddly push-pin mounting mechanism that are rather cumbersome to install. I still find them better than AMD’s clips though, so your mileage may vary. If you want one of these revised Intel stock coolers for whatever reason, you will have to get one of these processors:

Intel Core i9-10900
Intel Core i9-10900F
Intel Core i7-10700
Intel Core i7-10700F
Intel Xeon W-1290
Intel Xeon W-1270
Intel Xeon W-1250

It seems the 10th Gen Intel Core i5 and Core i3 parts will still come with the bare aluminium heatsinks and ugly fan wires. Oh well.
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Pokdepinion: I must say the new cooler looks pretty good and might match the black motherboards in the market, but I kinda doubt anyone who can afford the Intel Core i9 and Core i7 parts would use it…
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Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Confirmed for PS4 and Switch

Shortly after getting a rating, Square Enix has officially announced that the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster Series is coming this Spring 2023.
Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster

Square Enix has confirmed that the Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series will be coming to the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch sometime in Spring 2023. The series, which was rated on the ESRB website a few days ago, will cost USD $74.99 at launch and can be purchased, digitally and physically, separately or as a bundle.

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Apart from the standard edition, there will be a FF35th Anniversary Edition, which includes a physical collection of all the games, a goods box, a bonus lenticular sleeve, a two-disc vinyl record set, an art book, and 8 character figures. The anniversary edition is available for pre-order exclusively on the Square Enix Store for USD $259.99.

The Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster series is a collection of six games from the main Final Fantasy franchise, ranging from the first game to the sixth. The games in the series include the first Final Fantasy, which features the Warriors of Light restoring peace to the world, and Final Fantasy II, which introduces a proficiency system that allows players to improve their skills as they use them.
Final Fantasy III features a flexible job system that allows players to change their roles in combat, while Final Fantasy IV is known for its Active Battle Time mechanism, which combines turn-based and real-time elements in combat. Final Fantasy V and VI also feature refinements and new characters. In other related news, Square Enix has also announced a closed beta for Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis, which will take place in the summer of 2023.
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Pokdepinion: Honestly, the only thing stopping me from getting this game series is time. I have too many games to play at this point, and that’s not including me having to finish my Overwatch 2 battle pass.
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Dying Light 2 Map Confirmed To Be 4x Bigger Than Original Game

Here we are, still waiting for Techland’s Dying Light 2 to be released. While there’s no new updates on the release just yet, it seems that the company has said that the world will be a huge one at least.
Dying Light 2 map to be 4x bigger
Revealed in a recent interview with WCCFTech, Lukasz Burdka, the Senior Technology Programmer for Dying Light 2 has assured that the map will be four times bigger but adds that it’s not a “straightforward comparison”.
The estimate that the map in Dying Light 2 is four times bigger than that of the original game is the most precise estimate that we can provide. The map of Dying Light 2 is much more vertical and gives many more exploration opportunities, so the city feels even bigger than it is.
Lukasz Burdka, Dying Light 2 Senior Technology Programmer
They’ve also talked on the platform availability. Though the game was revealed years ago when the current consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X) wasn’t released yet, they’ve said that the game will still be making its way to PS4 and Xbox One, regardless.

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The company hopes to avoid the mess that CD Projekt Red had with Cyberpunk 2077 though as they’ve said “we make every effort to ensure that the game’s quality on PS4 or Xbox One is at the highest level. We started testing on the older generation consoles much earlier than in other projects”.
Aside from consoles mentioned earlier, the game will also be available to play on PC. Despite the fact that there’s no official release date being announced, Techland has said that the game will indeed launch this year in 2021. For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
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Pokdepinion: I was actually satisfied with the original game’s map size but to think that it’ll be four times bigger? That’s pretty big to say the least. I just hope that it’s not just big in size but feels empty, if you know where I’m getting at.
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Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Buds2 Also Unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked

Apart from the new foldable smartphones, the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and Galaxy Buds2 were also unveiled at Galaxy Unpacked, which took place on 11th August 2021. In case you missed it, here’s everything you need to know on the two gadgets.
If you want to learn more about the foldable smartphones, click right here.

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Samsung Galaxy Watch4

Designed to “raise the bar for wearables”, we have two new smartwatches; the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 and the Galaxy Watch4 Classic. The former comes in 44mm and 40mm sizes whereas the latter comes in 46mm and 42mm sizes. Both wearables will be powered by the Exynos W920. Unsurprisingly, the rotating bezels make their return here.
One important highlight of the new wearables is health, starting with the 3-in-1 Samsung BioActive Sensor consisting of the Optical Heart Rate Sensor (PPG), Electrical Heart Sensor (ECG), and Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis Sensor (BIA). Then we have the new Body Composition analysis tool, which can measure your skeletal muscle, fat mass, body fat, BMI, body fat, and more in 15 seconds with up to 98% accuracy.

They are also broadening the fitness aspect of the wearables, now including Group Challenges to keep you as well as the people around you more motivated to achieve your respective goals. Samsung has also enhanced the sleep management tool, which now comes with snoring detection and continuous blood oxygen tracking as you sleep. The improved Sleep Score will give you a better insight into your sleep.
To broaden its use, both wearables now use a new platform that was designed together with Google so you can conveniently use Samsung and Google apps from a single tap. They will also be running the new One UI watch interface for a more seamless experience. Furthermore, they made it easier to interact with them as you can use Bixby Voice, the rotating bezels, and gesture controls.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Specifications

Galaxy Watch4
Galaxy Watch4 Classic

Display:
44mm: 1.36″ (450 x 450), 330PPI
40mm: 1.19″ (396 x 396), 330PPI
46mm: 1.36″ (450 x 450), 330PPI
42mm: 1.19″ (396 x 396), 330PPI

CPU:
Exynos W920 (5nm)
Exynos W920 (5nm)

Memory:
1.5GB RAM
16GB internal storage
1.5GB RAM
16GB internal storage

Dimensions:
Aluminum case
44mm: 44.4 x 43.3 x 9.8 mm, 30.3g
40mm: 40.4 x 39.3 x 9.8 mm, 25.9g
Stainless steel case
46mm: 45.5 x 45.5 x 11 mm, 52g
42mm: 41.5 x 41.5 x 11.2 mm, 46.5g

Battery:
44mm: 361mAh
40mm: 247mAh
46mm: 361mAh
42mm: 247mAh

Sensor:
Accelerometer
Barometer
Gyro Sensor
Geomagnetic Sensor
Light Sensor
Samsung BioActive Sensor (PPG + ECG + BIA)
Accelerometer
Barometer
Gyro Sensor
Geomagnetic Sensor
Light Sensor
Samsung BioActive Sensor (PPG + ECG + BIA)

Colors:
Black, Silver, Green (44mm only), and Pink Gold (40mm only)
Black and Silver

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 will have a retail price of USD $249.99 while the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic will retail at USD $349.99. Prices for other regions are unknown at this point in time but we will update it as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
Samsung Galaxy Buds2

The Samsung Galaxy Buds2 is a pair of wireless TWS earbuds that uses Bluetooth 5.2. You have a dynamic 2-way speaker system in each earbud consisting of a woofer and a tweeter. As for the microphones, you have a triple-mic setup consisting of 2 outer microphones and an inner one for clear voice quality.
Like the Galaxy Buds Live and Buds Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 comes with Active Noise Canceling (ANC), which is said to cut external background noise by up to 98%. To allow you to tailor your experience, you can control the amount of ambient sound up to 3 levels. Furthermore, Samsung’s AI-based solution can intelligently filter out background noise so callers can hear your voice clearly as well.

This new pair of TWS earbuds is said to be the lightest and smallest earbuds in the series thus far, having their iconic curved shape which is said to be more comfortable and helps protect against wind noise. To help improve the fit of the earbuds, it now comes with a new Earbud Fit Test feature in the Galaxy Wearable app so you can optimize the fit. As for battery life, you can expect 5 hours of playback with ANC, and 20 hours with the charging case.
Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Specifications

Connectivity:
Bluetooth 5.2

Dimensions:
Earbud: 17 x 20.9 x 21.1 mm, 5g
Charging case: 50 x 50.2 x 27.8 mm, 41.2g

Mic:
3 Mics (2 outer + 1 inner)

Speaker:
2 way (Woofer + Tweeter)

Sensor:
Accelerometer
Gyro
Proximity
Hall
Touch
Voice Pickup Unit (VPU)

APS:
USB-C charging cable
Ear tips
QSG

Battery:
Earbud: 61mAh
Charging case: 472mAh

IF Connector:
USB Type-C

Colors:
White, Graphite, Olive, and Lavender

The Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 will have a retail price of USD $149.99. Prices for other regions are unknown at this point in time but we will update it as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
Pokdepinion: I’m curious to see how different it will be from the Galaxy Buds Pro. Also, very interested to see how well the tracker works in the Galaxy Watch4 series.
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GRAB upgrades their App to SuperApp – First of its kind in Asia using open platform strategy

Grab has announced today of GrabPlatform, where it is set to be Southeast Asia’s first everyday SuperApp for partners to integrate their services with the company.
GrabPlatform
With GrabPlatform, Grab will add more highly used services to the app, together with partners, who can use it to integrate their services with Grab. They can then expand more efficiently across the region by using Grab’s users base and channels.
In addition to that launch, the company has also announced of its latest service in the form of GrabFresh, an on-demand grocery delivery service. Available in the app itself, the new addition is a collaboration made with HappyFresh, Southeast Asia’s grocery delivery provider.

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Grab aims to be used as an everyday superapp in its new and refreshed features. The platform’s new home screen features single tap access to payments and easy navigation to all everyday services, news feed that helps users discover new places by reviews, or even the latest football scores at the World Cup.
GrabFresh will be available as a beta service in Jakarta from this month, and will be soon followed by Thailand and Malaysia by the end of 2018.
Where else, the new Grab everyday SuperApp experience, which they worked on a content partnership with Yahoo where you can get the latest news, will be available from this month. It will begin to roll out in Singapore and Indonesia on iOS from today, and on Android from 18 July. Other countries, including Malaysia will have the new Grab experience by Q3.
Pokdepinion: It seems that Grab is venturing into deeper markets, instead of their original ride-sharing service. What do you think of the news? Do you think you will utilize the app even more now? Like most of our other post, let us know what you think at the comment section down below!
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PS Plus June 2022 Leak Hints at Potential Major Announcement Coming Soon

PS Plus June 2022 Leak

Rumor: God Of War, Naruto Boruto: Shinobi Striker & Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl are the PS+ games for June 2022 according to Areajugones sourceshttps://t.co/llxHNoimeH pic.twitter.com/YDaj9ZD1kR
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According to a report by Areajugones, which was translated by Nibel on Twitter, the PS Plus June 2022 leak mentions that God of War, Naruto to Boruto: Shinobi Striker, and Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl will be coming this month for subscribers. This might not seem odd at first, and some might be disappointed since God of War is already included as part of the PS Plus Collection. However, there is a little more that we can take in here.
The sequel, God of War Ragnarok, is expected to launch later this year, and the game has received an age rating in Korea. Add that together with its inclusion in PS Plus, and you can be certain that an announcement is due relatively soon. After all, it’s a simple and effective way to build hype up for a game as no one would be against getting a free game.

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It’s hard to say for sure if there will be an announcement, and when exactly it will be coming. If there is one coming our way, we do expect it to happen sometime this June 2022. For now, this PS Plus June 2022 leak states that the games will be made available starting 7th June until 4th July 2022. The lineup may differ slightly for the Asia region so we will report more on this as soon as information becomes available.
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Pokdepinion: There’s always a reason for everything, and this makes for an easy marketing ploy for them. Even if people aren’t happy about its inclusion, the franchise name alone would allow it to benefit immensely.
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These Thin & Light laptops are on special promotion!

If you have been hunting for a thin & light notebook, here is a good chance for you to grab this awesome offer! GLOO is offering several thin & light notebooks at great prices!

What is good about these Thin & Light Notebooks?
These thin & light notebooks are much more than just their weight and thickness. They have premium metallic designs and are running SSD storages for faster boot up speeds. Some of the models being offered even have 2-in-1 convertible or 2-in-1 detachable features that allow you double them as tablets too. There are touchscreen options as well if you prefer.

All of them are powered by Intel processors and come with the latest original Windows 10 Operating System for your peace of mind.

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 Windows 10 is the latest and the final Windows operating system from Microsoft with cool features such as:
Windows Timeline – record your activitites performed on your PCTask View – View all your programs and add multiple desktops as you wishWindows Ink – Access to Sticky Notes, Sketchpad and Screen Sketch applications for better productivityWindows Hello – a personal, secure way to get instance access using fingerprint or facial recognition.
Offered brands range from ASUS, HP and JOI. Pick one that you like and save up to RM330 on a thin & light notebook with as low as RM999 to own one!

These are the units currently on offer:
JOI 11 Pro (64GB) Tablet – RM999HP 14s-cf0064TU 14″ HD Laptop – RM1,339HP Envy 13-aq0023TX 13.3″ FHD laptop – RM4,869HP Pavilion x360 14-dh0041TX 14″ HD 2-in-1 – RM3,229ASUS Vivobook S330F-AEY142T 13.3″ FHD – RM3,609ASUS Zenbook UX333F-NA4051T 13.3″ FHD – RM3,969
Head over to GLOO website today and buy with confidence!
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Cyberpunk 2077 PC performance improves with simple config file edit?

We have already covered a patch that will improve performance in Cyberpunk 2077 on AMD Ryzen processors previously, and this little fix is reportedly improving performance for most systems. Do try it at your own risk though as SuperDaddy tried it on his personal system and it just caused crashes and BSODs for him.
The “fix” entails a simple change in one of the config files in Cyberpunk 2077. According to u/ThePhoenixRoyal, the Redittor who discovered it, Cyberpunk 2077 doesn’t allocate sufficient system RAM and GPU VRAM for the game, resulting in poor performance. By default, Cyberpunk 2077 allocates the same 1.5GB system RAM and 3GB VRAM on PC as it does on last-gen consoles like the PS4 and Xbox One, despite PCs today often packing a lot more RAM and VRAM.
To apply this Cyberpunk 2077 fix, you will need to edit the memory_pool_budgets.csv file to better take advantage of your specifications. Depending on whether you got your game on Steam, Epic Games or GOG, you will have to look in the following folders:

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Steam: …\steamapps\common\Cyberpunk 2077\engine\config
GOG: …\GOG Galaxy\Games\Cyberpunk 2077\engine\config
Epic Games: …\Epic Games\Cyberpunk 2077\engine\config

It is recommended to change the “PoolCPU” value to half your total CPU memory, and make sure to reserve at least 4GB for Windows. Meanwhile for the “PoolGPU” value you can go ahead and key in the full amount of VRAM of your GPU.

For my Ryzen 5 3600 and Radeon RX 5700 XT system, I found zero benefit from changing the values. It is reportedly more beneficial on older systems with the 4th Gen Intel Core desktop CPUs than on systems with the latest AMD Ryzen processors. And as mentioned earlier, it might actually cause crashes and even BSODs, so do it at your own risk.
Pokdepinion: Well it seems like Cyberpunk 2077 entails a lot of real-life “hacking” in addition to in-game hacking.
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HONOR Malaysia Offers Up To 90% Off This 12.12 Year End Sale

With 12.12 soon to arrive, you’d expect deals all over. This time around, HONOR Malaysia is offering you up to 90% off on their smartphones plus accessories to enjoy.
HONOR Malaysia 12.12 Year End Sale

If you’re from the Klang Valley area, HONOR is offering you free gifts alongside the discounted prices of items that includes the HONOR 9X, HONOR 9X Lite, HONOR MagicBook Pro, HONOR Watch GS Pro, and HONOR 8S. This deal runs from the 10th of December till the 13th of the same month.

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On the other hand, if you’re not from the area and live in northern Malaysia, they are also offering you deals which you can check out below:
Northern Deals (12.12 only)

Model
RRP
12.12
Freebies

HONOR 9X
RM849
RM749
HONOR Scale 2

HONOR 9X Lite
RM699
RM649
HONOR Giftbox

HONOR 9A
RM549
RM499
HONOR Scale 2

HONOR 8S Prime
RM429
RM409
Waterproof Bag

Aside from that, from now till 12.12 itself, you can purchase the HONOR Band 5i and HONOR Scale 2 for just RM12.12 on Hihonor. The HONOR 9X Pro will also be RM300 off during the flash sale period.
HONOR is also offering RM200 vouchers to be used on the HONOR MagicBook 14 (16GB+512GB), Watch Magic, Magic Earbuds as well as the MagicWatch 2 + Scale 2 bundle.
Not to forget, the HONOR 9X is getting RM50 off and priced at RM799. You will also be able to get an HONOR Scale 2 or HONOR Band 5i for free with each purchase.
Pokdepinion: Who wouldn’t want a smartband or scale for just RM12 right? Will you be getting anything from their year end sale?
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ASUS Malaysia Officially Launched Its ASUS ROG Concept Store at Low Yat Plaza

In celebration of their 10th anniversary, ASUS Republic of Gamer (ROG) officially launched its concept store in Low Yat Plaza yesterday. With the launch of the store, ASUS Malaysia aims to provide better ROG experience to the consumer while strengthening their presence in Malaysia.
The ASUS ROG Concept Store by ASUS Malaysia

ASUS ROG concept store is to offer customers the best gaming experience before they get their own gear

In collaboration with Brightstar Computer, the store is located at ground floor of Low Yat Plaza, nearby a Maxis centre and KFC. Customers will also be able to experience all the ASUS ROG gaming laptops, especially the ASUS ROG GX700 and GX800 water-cooled gaming laptops, hardware and peripherals.
Last but not least, there are also a custom set of ASUS ROG AKRacing gaming chairs and a VR setup with HTC Vive. However, the HTC Vive setup wasn’t up yet at the time, so we expect it to be up and running in the store very soon.

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The new ASUS ROG Spatha is the one steal our attention during the store launch, you guys should try it

The concept store is still in-progress to perfection as we are informed that they will set up a mini gaming cubicle at the back of the store. It’s highly likely that ASUS Malaysia will organize frequent mini tournaments there especially for DOTA2, CS: GO and Overwatch. Why? Because we caught a glimpse of an empty gaming studio (with the Brighstar logo still intact), which you can take a look at our gallery below.
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In this COVID-19 pandemic, many of us will be stuck at home. This also means many of us will be doing work at home instead of the office. If you’re looking to boost your productivity at home or simply want the best experience at home possible, then here are our picks of the 10 best gadgets that you must have during a lockdown.
Mouse: Razer Basilisk Ultimate
11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: Razer Basilisk Ultimate
The Razer Basilisk Ultimate is a powerhouse of a gaming mouse. You have 11 programmable buttons, Razer Focus+ Optical Sensor for precision, 100% PTFE feet for a smooth glide, good battery life and that Razer Chroma RGB goodness. This is a gaming mouse that I use personally.
With Razer Hyperspeed Wireless technology, the response time is as if you’re using a wired gaming mouse. It even comes with a dock for easier charging. If you’re looking for the best gaming mouse around, the Razer Basilisk Ultimate can easily fit the bill. Just be mindful that the bill is a bit high.

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If you want to check out our in-depth review of the product, click right here.
Headset: ROG Strix Go 2.4 headset
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: ASUS ROG STRIX Go 2.4 Headset
When you think of lockdown, chances that are work from home isn’t far off from that. It’s hard to find a gaming headset that is great for both work and gaming until the ASUS ROG STRIX Go 2.4 headset arrived. Essentially, it is a wireless gaming headset but there’s a lot more to it than just that.
It features a low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless connection via a USB-C adapter with a long battery life and fast charging. Not only is it built for comfort, the microphone has AI Mic noise cancellation technology which results in crystal clear voice quality, making it perfect for conference calls at home.
Not only is it versatile for work and gaming, it’s also versatile in platform compatibility as you can use it on PC, smartphone, and even the Nintendo Switch. It will work on those platforms complete with voice functionality. With this, you can have one simple solution instead of different headsets for different occasions, saving you money and clutter.
Keyboard: Logitech G913
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: Logitech G913
There’s no doubt that when it comes to keyboards, you have to go the mechanical route. Wireless options aren’t many, let alone low-profile ones, but there are good ones. None can come close to the Logitech G913. It’s a low-profile wireless mechanical keyboard that can connect to either Lightspeed Wireless or Bluetooth.
The keyboard itself uses Logitech’s own low-profile GL switches with 1.5mm actuation; GL Linear, GL Clicky, and GL Tactile. You get a full-sized keyboard, macro keys, media control, glorious RGB lighting, and a surprisingly long battery life. With Bluetooth, you can pair it with smartphones and tablets.
Speakers: Edifier S360DB
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: Edifier S360DB
Since you’re gonna be stuck at home for a while, chances are that you’d want the best home entertainment experience possible. The Edifier S360DB can easily satisfy that. This works with multiple modern audio inputs including Optical and Bluetooth aptX, giving you a variety of options.
You get some awe-inspiring audio with no distortions and punchy bass that will surely give you an immersive experience, whether it’s Netflix or gaming. The design itself is practical with high quality MDF wooden enclosure. This will surely satisfy your audio needs at home.
If you want to check out our in-depth review of the product, click right here.
Monitor: ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT
Some of you may find it odd that for monitors, we picked a portable monitor but there’s a good reason for that. The ASUS ZenScreen Touch MB16AMT makes a great secondary display as it’s portable, is battery-powered, has built-in speakers, and adds touchscreen functionality.
You can use it to extend your smartphone’s display. Moreover, you can connect it to a wide variety of devices including game consoles as it has both USB-C and HDMI. If you want to watch something while at the kitchen, in the comforts of your bed, or taking care of the kids, this will easily do the trick.
If you want to check out our in-depth review of the product, click right here.
TV: Sony A8F 4K OLED TV
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: Sony A8F 4K OLED TV
If you want a much bigger display instead, then look no further than the Sony A8F 4K OLED TV. With 55-inch and 65-inch size options, you get a TV with 4K UHD resolution, Android OS, and great colours thanks to the nature of OLED panels. The built-in speakers itself is surprisingly satisfying.
If you have an ARC / eARC compatible sound system, you can easily connect it via the TV’s HDMI port 3 for easy and improved sound experience. It’s great for gaming too but keep in mind to use the TV’s Game Mode as the input lag would be very high in other viewing modes.
If you want to check out our in-depth review of the product, click right here.
Camera: Sony RX100 VII
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: Sony RX100 VII
You may find it weird that a camera is here in a list of gadgets for when you are stuck at home, but there’s a good reason for that. The Sony RX100 VII is one of easiest cameras to use while giving you great quality for both photos and videos. You get DSLR-quality photos and crisps video quality up to 4K.
The biggest addition to this iteration is the microphone jack, which finally lets you use an external microphone with the RX100-series camera. If you simply want to take photos, selfies, or vlog at home in a lockdown, this will easily solve that and provide great quality at the same time. You can even share to your smartphone wirelessly to post it up on social media.
We are in the midst of reviewing this camera. Be sure to stay tuned for the in-depth review.
Router: ASUS RT-AX56U
11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: ASUS RT-AX56U
Being stuck at home means you’re going to be relying on the internet a lot more than usual. For a more consistent home internet experience, you’re going to need the ASUS RT-AX56U router. For starters, it’s a 2×2 dual-band Wi-Fi router that follows the new 802.11ax standard. This makes it 1.5x faster than your standard 2×2 802.11ac router.
You might be thinking why you need that if your home internet speed isn’t fast. The key here is reliability as the ASUS RT-AX56U is designed for multi-device households and can provide better network capacity thanks to the new standard.
Furthermore, the ASUS AiMesh technology can help extend the range of your home Wi-Fi to ensure that there are no dead zones in the house. This is done by connecting with other ASUS routers that will act as a Mesh Wi-Fi, eliminating the need to purchase standalone Mesh Wi-Fi solutions which are very pricey.
Laptop: Dell XPS 13
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: Dell XPS 13 (2020)
Despite the lockdown, work doesn’t stop for many of us as we need to do that from home instead. You can’t go wrong with the new Dell XPS 13. You have the choice of a 13.4-inch display in either Full HD+ or Ultra HD+ resolution with touchscreen functionality. It has a “+” because of the 16:10 aspect ratio, giving you a bit more screen space to work with.
Furthermore, you get a 10th Gen Intel Core CPU, up to 1TB NVMe SSD storage, all-day battery life, and USB-C charging. As part of Project Athena, it works as convenient as a smartphone such as fast wake-up and Adaptive Intelligence. It’s very light at 1.2kg and works decent enough for gaming.
If you want something stronger for gaming however…
Gaming Laptop: Acer Predator Triton 900
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: Acer Predator Triton 900
For gaming laptops, it’s hard to match up with the Acer Predator Triton 900. It’s a beastly gaming laptop running Intel Core i7-9750H, GeForce RTX 2080 GPU, two 512GB NVMe SSD in RAID 0, 16GB DDR4 RAM, and a 17.3-inch 4K resolution touchscreen display.
What makes this special is the Ezel Aero hinges, which allows you to use it in four different display modes including a 180° screen flip. Surprisingly, the running temperature is good with no thermal throttling. If you want something that’s straight up for gaming, the Helios 700 may be the better choice but if you want something special, the Triton 900 is the one.
If you want to check out our in-depth review of the product, click right here.
Chromebook: Acer Chromebook 311
 11 Best Gadgets That You Must Have During a Lockdown: Acer Chromebook 311
If you know that you want a simpler machine either for yourself or for your kids, the Acer Chromebook 311 would be a better choice. It’s built with ruggedness in mind with a spill-proof keyboard and a hard rubber finish that can easily absorb impact in case of a drop.
You get a decent array of ports, USB-C charging, and a machine that is both light and easy to use. If you plan on doing some office work or just pass it to the kids to watch YouTube videos, this will easily solve that without breaking the bank. Just make sure you have a earphones / external speakers ready as the built-in speakers aren’t the best.
If you want to check out our in-depth review of the product, click right here.
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New Leak Showcases The HUAWEI P50 In All Its Glory

New images of the HUAWEI P50 have just been leaked via Waqar Khan HD. The leaks show the overall design of HUAWEI’s upcoming flagship and are based on previously leaked renders and rumours.
HUAWEI P50 design leaked?

Based on the leaked images, the HUAWEI P500 is looking to sport an interesting design that includes two circles housing two lenses each placed on top of each other. Furthermore, the P50 is said to feature a wide-angle camera, an ultra-wide-angle camera, and a telephoto camera. The phone was also rumoured to come equipped with the new 1-inch Sony IMX800 sensor, the first 1-inch sensor that is specifically designed for smartphones.

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The leaks also seem to indicate that the HUAWEI P50 will tout a flat screen instead of a curved one with a punch-hole selfie camera situated at the top middle of the screen. There will also be four colour variants said to be available at launch. These include White, Black, Blue, and Beige colour variants. The HUAWEI P50 series will also feature HUAWEI’s Kirin 9000 processor as well as being the first devices to ship with HarmonyOS out of the box.

The rumours don’t stop there as the HUAWEI P50 launch is said to have been delayed. It was meant to launch somewhere in March but has now been pushed back to either a late April release or even sometime in May/June. These are just rumours, however, so it’s best that this is taken a pinch of salt.
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Pokdepinion: I’m sorry but I can’t help but see a smiley face on the top half of the “dual-sphere” camera module. Oh yeah, I’m gonna personally call it a “dual-sphere” camera module from now on because it sounds cool. Hey HUAWEI, if you find the name cool too then just hit me up!
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Smartphone Buying Guide: What Should You Prioritize?

Previously, we talked about how Malaysians make their smartphone purchase according to Google, which you can read about by clicking here. It had interesting data on what matters to people. We figured if people might have trouble purchasing, we’d like to help with a smartphone buying guide. This is how we feel you should purchase a new smartphone.
Battery Life
Smartphone Buying Guide: Battery Life
When picking your next smartphone purchase, always keep the battery life in mind. There’s no point in getting a device that has all the latest features and the most powerful performance if it can’t even last you through the day. This is more than just battery capacity however as the efficiency of the smartphone chipset plays an integral role.
The graph at the top shows some of the best performing smartphones when it comes to battery life. It managed to last at least 800 minutes in the PCMark Work 2.0 battery life endurance test. While we’re not saying that you should purchase these devices specifically, it’s just to show you what smartphones out there have good battery life.

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If you’d like to know about other devices’ battery life, you can check out our reviews of them or ask us about it.
Storage Capacity
Smartphone Buying Guide: Storage
Another thing that you need to prioritize is storage capacity. After all, there’s no point having a powerful smartphone if it only has like 16GB memory. You’d have trouble storing your apps, photos, videos, and other data.
If a specific device that you want doesn’t have a memory card slot, best to get one with a higher storage capacity. You don’t actually need to purchase one with 128GB or 256GB if you know you won’t need that much. I personally can do fine with just 64GB. It ultimately boils down to how much you need that will be comfortable for use in the long run.
Focus on What You Need in a Smartphone
Smartphone Buying Guide: Priorities
It’s easy to be blown away by new features on the latest smartphones but it’s important for you to know what you need in a smartphone. Do the apps you run require a lot of firepower? Get one with a powerful chipset and high RAM. Do you find yourself taking photos often? Get a smartphone with a good camera.
Sometimes, new features can seem very enticing but when you do have it, you might not use it as much. In which case, it’s really a waste for you. Take the Samsung Galaxy Note series for example. If you know you’re gonna need the S Pen, then go for it. If you don’t see yourself using it, then best to get something else.
There’s also nothing wrong with trying out a new brand. Sometimes, it makes more sense to do that instead of being loyal to a brand if it has what you need. After all, the smartphone is meant to serve you, not the other way around. It’s really that simple.
Be Smart With Your Budget
Smartphone Buying Guide: Budget
With consumers spoiled with choices nowadays, it can be hard to settle on one. What we can definitely recommend is for you to stick to one based on your budget and not burden yourself with installments if at all possible. After all, a high price doesn’t necessarily mean that it’s a good smartphone.
This will also be dependent on how long you plan on using the smartphone for. If you’re the type of person who likes to change once a year, we wouldn’t recommend purchasing flagships every year as it is a costly affair. Perhaps a midrange device would be better suited for this.
If you know you can go at least 2 years without changing, there’s nothing wrong with going for a flagship device. It’s more justifiable to spend RM4,000 for something that can last you 2 years or more rather than one that will require changing on a yearly basis.
There’s nothing wrong with purchasing a flagship device every year if you can afford it. Especially with certain brands and shops running a special trade-up program to upgrade to a new flagship, it’s not actually a bad idea. The most important part is to stick to your budget and not go beyond your means.
Value-for-Money Smartphone Choices
After all is said and done, all of you would have your own preferred devices in mind. There is no universal device that would suit every single one of you out there. However, we do have some recommendations for smartphones that offer good value-for-money purchase.
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
The Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is one of the best smartphones out there for the price. The performance is akin to a typical flagship device, the camera performs well, battery life is good, and it’s retailing for just RM1,799. If you’re smart about it, you might even be able to get it for a slightly lower price.
If you’d like to check out our review of the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, click right here.
ASUS ROG Phone 2
ASUS ROG Phone 2
The ASUS ROG Phone 2 brought a slew of upgrades over its predecessor. It has a Snapdragon 855+ SoC, a monstrous 6,000 mAh battery capacity, one of the best cameras in a gaming smartphone, and great audio. This may be the priciest one in our recommendations, but at RM3,499, it’s hard to find something as good at that price range.
If you’d like to check out our review of the ASUS ROG Phone 2, click right here.
realme 5 Pro
realme 5 Pro
The most affordable recommendation in our list, the realme 5 Pro is a pretty solid offering. Powered by the Snapdragon 712 chipset, it has good performance for the price, camera works surprisingly well, and has a solid build quality. For just RM1,099, it’s definitely a great value-for-money purchase especially for those under a strict budget.
If you’d like to check out our review of the realme 5 Pro, click right here.
HONOR View20
HONOR View20
Yet another affordable offering in our smartphone buying guide, the HONOR View20 is a good smartphone for the price. The performance is sufficient for most users, the camera is great, and it’s a real eye-catcher too. The price has dropped significantly since we last reviewed it, so you can get it for as low as RM1,199.
If you’d like to check out our review of the HONOR View20, click right here.
We at Pokde.net hope that this smartphone buying guide will help you out when purchasing a new smartphone. Feel free to drop any questions in the comments section.
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Razer Lancehead wireless gaming mouse review

Introduction

Wireless mice are always more convenient than wired ones. You don’t need to watch for the cable snagging against anything on your desk. There is also no cable drag that might occur if you are just too cheapskate to get yourself a mouse bungee. However the fact that you have to manage yet another battery in your life can get grating after a while, especially if your wireless mouse dies out in the middle of an intense firefight. With these points in mind, let’s take a look at the Razer Lancehead, the renowned peripheral maker’s latest wireless creation.
Unboxing

Appearance

The Razer Lancehead comes in one of Razer’s newer tones, Gunmetal Grey, which coincidentally is my favorite color. If you prefer more color options, you will have to opt for the Razer Lancehead Tournament Edition, which is the wired version of the Razer Lancehead and comes in Mercury White, Gunmetal Grey and classic Black. One thing to note, the Razer Lancehead doesn’t come with a rubberized coating, which means that the mouse will have a longer life expectancy than those that have a coating. As expected, the logo and scroll wheel can be illuminated in all 16.7 million colors. The two DPI switch buttons behind the scroll wheel allows you to quickly swap preset DPI stages without launching Razer Synapse.

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The sides of the Razer Lancehead feature a nice sculpted rubber grip. That’s the only material you get aside from plastic all over the mouse. The Razer Lancehead is also an ambidextrous mouse, so both sides are exactly the same. A LED strip runs down both sides of the mouse, and with Razer Chroma technology, you can be sure that you will enjoy exceptional customizations for the lighting. We will get to that later.

Huge vents that serve no other purpose than sheer aesthetics are found on the front of the mouse. They do not emit light, which in my opinion is a real waste of potential, especially given Razer’s expertise in RGB lighting.

Flipping the mouse over, we see the power switch, a profile switcher button and a really tiny profile indicator LED. There is a little door that opens up to a compartment that allows you to pack the USB dongle in for more convenient travelling. The laser sensor sits smack dab in the middle of the mouse, surrounded by a ring of PTFE. Generously sized PTFE mouse feet at the front and rear ends of the mouse enhance your glide.

While the Razer Lancehead comes with a microUSB cable, the end that connects to the mouse is very weirdly shaped. You will not have a good time if you lose it, so make sure to take care of the cable. This is due to Razer positioning the microUSB port on the Razer Lancehead deep in the recess under the scroll wheel, unlike other mice with detachable cables which have the connector much nearer the end of the mouse. The connectors are all dark nickel-plated instead of the gold-plating usually found on other gaming peripherals.

The connector has to go under the mouse wheel to reach the microUSB port on the Razer Lancehead. This design will definitely cause headaches as you can’t use the Razer Lancehead with just any other microUSB cable.

To position the dongle nearer to your mouse, you can use the USB dongle adapter which is also designed to only accept the unique cable that came in the box. The adapter also has the secondary function of allowing you to keep the microUSB end of the cable near your mouse to easily plug it in for a charge.
Specifications

Body material
Plastic with enhanced rubber side grips

Sensor
16 000 DPI 5G laser sensor

DPI
Up to 16 000 DPI, in 1 DPI increments

USB report rate
250/500/1000 Hz

Switch type
Razer Mechanical Mouse switches

Microprocessor
N/A

Cable
2.1 m, fiber braided, detachable

Weight
111 g (excluding cable)

Included accessories
User guide
USB dongle
USB dongle adapter

User Experience
The Razer Lancehead works as soon as you plug in the dongle to your PC and turn on the mouse, but you might want to charge it before using it wirelessly. The Razer Lancehead has the option of charging while you use it, so you get zero downtime. Once I plugged the dongle in, a popup prompted me to download Razer Synapse. Nifty, and I wish more peripherals had such a feature.

One of the most important aspect of a mouse is the grip. You can have the most accurate sensor on the planet, but if the mouse just doesn’t fit your grip style, you are going to have a bad time. While I prefer ergonomic mice, the ambidextrous shape of the Razer Lancehead was actually a good fit for both my hands. It works great for me switching between palm grip when browsing and a fingertip grip when gaming, but people with bigger hands might face issues when using a palm grip with this mouse.
The left and right clickers are tactile and feel great to use, with just the right amount of noise. Razer are now using their customized Razer Mechanical Mouse Switches that are developed in partnership with Omron. In case you didn’t know, Omron mouse switches are the gold standard in the gaming mouse industry, and Razer’s claims that the switches are good for 50 million clicks, when most switches are rated to tap out at around 20 million clicks. The notched scroll wheel is equally good for scrolling through weapons in games or documents when working, with each notch very noticeable. It also has a tactile click, which is great news for those who want to assign macros to the scroll click. The DPI buttons are accurate, but with them positioned out of the way, you will have to take a moment’s pause to actually reach for them. I would prefer the side buttons to have a shorter travel though, especially the rear button which feels a little mushy.

I am testing the mouse on the CM Storm Swift-RX mousepad with a polling rate of 500 Hz, and from these very artistic drawings, I would say that the sensor doesn’t suffer from noticeable jitter or prediction at any of the sensitivities tested. However, I did notice that the Razer Lancehead just felt somewhat inaccurate. I noted this especially when I was trying to highlight text, frequently missing a letter or two despite using a decent 1800 DPI and a 500 Hz polling rate, which are also the settings I use with my usual Logitech G502 Proteus Core. This is despite me using it for two weeks before passing judgement on the Razer Lancehead, just to make sure that muscle memory isn’t the issue here. I am going to blame it on the inferior laser sensor here, which Razer has indirectly acknowledged with the Razer Lancehead Tournament Edition featuring an optical sensor instead. Why else would you equip a competition-grade mouse with a optical sensor if you think your laser sensor is good enough? Boom. On the other hand, I noted that it has less issues when gaming, probably because I do bigger motions in gaming than I do when highlighting text. It is a known drawback of laser sensors having some issues with smaller movements.

Problems with a high lift off distance which was often mentioned as a common issue with laser sensor was also not present here. You can pick from a list of Razer mousepads or create your own calibration profile. I faced some issues with the custom calibration settings, with it occasionally resulting in the mouse having even worse lift off issues than default, especially after swapping between wired and wireless modes. Resetting it will work fine, and I found no difference between default and a calibrated profile actually.

Razer Chroma is definitely one of the best RGB implementations ever by gaming peripheral manufacturers. The near limitless combinations that you can make on a single peripheral is compounded when you add more of them to your system. However a puzzling issue I faced was that I would lose my customized lighting scheme whenever I switch between wireless and wired mode, having to go to Synapse to switch between profiles that I have programmed in the respective modes to enable the effects. Whenever the mouse sleeps in wireless mode, there is also a slight lag after waking it up before the Chroma effects that I have programmed will be shown.

Razer peripherals with RGB illumination support the Razer Chroma Studio customization suite, and I must say it is one of the most intuitive I have seen. The Razer Lancehead here features seven segments on each side LED strips, all of which are customizable, along with the scroll wheel and three-headed snake logo which can also be individually customized with one of the eight effects available.

Razer Synapse 3 is currently in beta version 3.1.830.11, which is probably the reason behind my issues with the mouse. With Razer Synapse 3, Razer allows you to store profiles on your Razer Lancehead, Lancehead TE, Basilik and Atheris, a feature that was available on much older Razer mice, removed, and now re-added to Razer’s mice as a new feature. With that said, you can store four profiles on your mouse that you can switch between using the button under the mouse. Aside from that, you will be getting a new Hypershift feature that lets you effective double the number of buttons you have on your Razer mouse and a powerful macro editor. All in one place. You can find out more about Razer Synapse 3 here. I found the software to be quite intuitive to use, and aside from my issues with the calibration and Chroma settings, it works pretty great.
On the bright side, the Razer Lancehead works great wirelessly. I failed to detect a difference between using it with the wire attached and wirelessly, so I would say that the Adaptive Frequency Technology is definitely working here. If anything, the reduction in cable drag made the mouse feel much smoother gliding around on my mousepad. There is a slight issue with the design of the cable though. Because of the way the connector is deep inside the mouse, the only place I could get a decent grip on was the stress relief. I don’t know how well it will stand up to frequent tugging. Speaking of which, you don’t really have to plug in the mouse that often, with me getting more than two days of battery life from the Razer Lancehead before it hit 15%. This was with some gaming, a lot of browsing and of course, Chroma lighting on half brightness.
Conclusion

Is the Razer Lancehead a good gaming mouse? Yes, it is. It has great battery life, works as well wirelessly as when wired and also has one of the best implementations of RGB illumination, Razer Chroma. Is it a great one? It could have been, but Razer decided to throw in a laser sensor for God knows what reason, giving it a half the maximum tracking speed that the more affordable Tournament Edition which packs an optical sensor is capable of. Wireless mice with optical sensors are also available from Logitech, so we know that it is at least doable. Notably I was unable to notice a difference when gaming, which usually involves much faster movements, but the laser sensor feels inferior to the optical ones I have used especially when working with fine movements. If you want a good wireless gaming mouse with Razer Chroma, this is it. If you get nitpicky about the tiniest movements or pixel perfect tracking, this isn’t the mouse for you. With a lofty SRP of RM699 or the slightly more palatable market price of around RM499, it’s truly puzzling why Razer did not equip the Razer Lancehead with the very best sensor they have in their arsenal.
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Switch Off 5G Network To Save Your Phone’s Battery Says Telco Company

We get it, Malaysia has yet to benefit from accessing 5G network, at least for now. Well it seems that the connectivity that we’ve probably been waiting for in the country isn’t as good as you might think as it truly affects your smartphone’s battery life.
Turn off 5G network to prolong battery life
https://twitter.com/VZWSupport/status/1366055566347546635?s=20
The statement was announced by Verizon, a telco company from the US, where they’ve stated in their official Twitter account on the matter. They’ve advised users who noticed issues regarding battery drainage to switch to LTE connectivity instead to prolong battery life.

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Verizon has been promoting 5G phones for some time now and to see that they are announcing this is a bit..funny. As you might already expect, in order to access to the network, you would need a smartphone that’s capable of supporting the coverage.
So the signs aren’t really good, at least for your battery when 5G does actually hit our shores here in Malaysia. For more of the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
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Pokdepinion: I don’t know… if the network is really that bad in draining my battery life, I would rather stick with 4G. At least to the places that I go to, the coverage is still fine, so I wouldn’t be too upset to miss out on 5G (when it arrives, of course).
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Nintendo Switch Could Be Having a Supply Shortage Soon

If you’re looking to get yourself a Nintendo Switch, you may want to do so as soon as possible. Due to the recent COVIDS-19 outbreak in various parts of the world, it might be facing a supply shortage very soon.
According to Bloomberg, supply chain sources have reported a production bottleneck due to the outbreak. This means that it will be difficult to have enough Nintendo Switch consoles in supply to meet demands in April 2020.

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There is a limited supply of components coming from China, which is said to be the main reason for the slow production at an assembly partner’s factory in Vietnam. If there isn’t enough components for the console this month, there will be noticeably lesser units coming this April 2020. The countries that will be affected the most here is the US and Europe, but other countries are expected to feel the pinch as well.
At the moment, some Nintendo Switch shipments from Asia have been rerouted to the US, particularly for February and March 2020. It would be hard to say whether the same can be done in the months that come after.
It’s definitely not a good time as the Nintendo Switch is expected to see a number of major releases. One of the biggest attractions coming soon as Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which will be released on 20th March 2020. We will be reporting more on this matter as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Well, I already own one so I’m not too worried. If you plan on getting one however, you should get one soon.
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You Can Now Pre-Load GTA V And GTA Online On Your PS5 And Xbox Series X And S

For those who pre-ordered digitally through the PlayStation 5 console store or the Microsoft Store, pre-loading for GTA V and GTA Online is now available.
Pre-load GTA V and GTA Online on next-gen consoles now

These new GTA V and GTA Online versions will be available on March 15 and will include new graphics modes such as up to 4K resolution, a framerate of up to 60 frames per second, improved texture qualities, HDR options and ray tracing, faster loading times, immersive 3D audio, platform-specific features, and more.

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In addition, you can now transfer Story Mode progress from your PS4 or Xbox One to the Rockstar Games Social Club by uploading a save, and you’ll be able to migrate your GTA Online character on March 15 (click here to learn how). Those who want to continue their adventure on the latest generation consoles will also receive a fully converted Karin S95 souped up by the experts at Hao’s Special Works, as well as a Hao’s Special Work Racing Outfit and a set of new Chameleon paints that can be used on all vehicles.
GTA Online on next-gen consoles will also come with the new Career Builder feature. This is intended to give new players a leg up in the criminal world of Southern San Andreas, as well as anyone who wants to reset their character and start over. With the Career Builder, you’ll begin GTA Online with business property, a vehicle, and a weapon, with the option to add useful upgrades and a little extra in-game currency.

Players can choose several criminal career paths in GTA Online, including Biker, Executive, Nightclub Owner, and Gunrunner. Following that, you’ll be given a GTA$4,000,000 bankroll to spend on necessities. Choosing one of these four careers will provide you with a business property as well as a wide range of missions and gameplay, to begin with, and you can always expand and dabble in new careers as you progress.
After deciding on a career, use your newfound GTA$4 million fortune to purchase startup necessities from a wide range of properties, vehicles, and weapons. You can choose between the basics — a non-upgraded business property with a simple weapon and vehicle combination — and the more advanced options, which include business properties with upgrades and customizations, high-end vehicles, and enough weapons to fill a Gun Locker. It all depends on how you want to spend your allowance, and you can bring up to GTA$1,000,000 from it into GTA Online.
GTA V and GTA Online will be released digitally on March 15 via the PlayStation 5 console store and the Microsoft Store, with physical releases following in April.
Pokdepinion: The Career Builder feature sounds really enticing but I’m not sure if I would want to get another copy of GTA V just to access the feature.
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Xiaomi Plans To Reorganize MIUI Ads

Previously, Xiaomi had let it known publicly that they will increase their Mi prices after the release of Mi 9, but still prices for them are relatively lower compared to other brands. One way that they are able to survive the margin is by adopting ads on their MIUI. It seems the company plans on doing something to make it a better experience for their users.

Apparently, the company’s Product Director and MIUI Experience General Manager posted a feedback forum on Weibo where he asked fans on what they would like to see on MIUI. Aside from that, he also asked on what the fans consider to be a hindrance to the platform.

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One of the fans then replied in asking for a feature to turn off the ads. Interestingly, the director gave hints that they will include a feature of such but it will take some time to finally be rolled out.
Having the ability to turn off ads would definitely not benefit Xiaomi as it’s the brand’s major cash flow. Seeing how the head of MIUI agreeing with the idea, it could see that Xiaomi will mark up their prices even more.
Pokdepinion: To be honest, I don’t mind the ads on my Mi 8. It’s not like it randomly pops up out of the blue and you don’t need to wait for it to finish to continue using your device. Besides, there are settings that can you can enable to limit the ads too. I would rather have ads than having to pay more for a smartphone.

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Sony Launches 400mm F2.8 G Master Prime Lens – Extraordinary Focusing Speed and Precision

The folks over at Sony Malaysia has officially launched the highly anticipated FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS large aperture super-telephoto prime lens, SELF400F28GM.
Sony Launches 400mm F2.8 G Master Prime Lens

At a private launch event in Shah Alam, Sony Malaysia has launched their highly anticipated FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS large aperture super-telephoto prime lens, the SEL400F28GM. It is the first large aperture super-telephoto lens in Sony’s E-mount lineup.

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It boasts brilliant image quality, extraordinary focusing speed and precision, and the lightest weight in its class while also having an extremely balaced design. This FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS lens is targeted for those who capture images in professional sports, wildlife, and nature. Sony mentioned that this lens perfectly completements their extensive lineup of E-mount cameras such as the A9 and A7R III.

To give a clearer idea on what makes the FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS lens special, Sony highlighted 5 keys points for this lens:

Fast, precise autofocus maximixes camera speed performance
Stunning G Master resolution and bokeh
The lightest in its class for outsntading mobility and handling
Durability and reliability for challenging conditions
Full-time Direct Manual Focus and other features support professional shooting

With the use of compatible E-mount tele-converters, it can actually go far as 800mm but Sony also pointed out that doing so will still yield marvelous results and resolution is essentially unaffected. The lens has also been coated with Nano AR coating which helps supress any unwanted glares, ghosting, reflections, and more.

As for durability, the lens is built with magnesium alloy, the lens is dust and moisture resistant, and its front element is coated with fluorine to resist dirt and fingerprints.
We actually got to try out the lens, paired with the Sony A9. Keep in mind, while my skills may be decent, I am not a professional photographer. In the hands of the pros, it will most likely be better but for now, check out some of the pictures I took, ripped straight from the camera with no edits whatsoever:
Sample Shots with FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens

The Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS lens is built to order so you will need to pre-order it if you plan on buying it. The lens will set you back about RM52,699 so be prepared as this is not meant for beginners. As for the optional Drop-in Circular Polarising Filter (VF-DCPL1), the price and availability will be announced at a later time.
Pokdepinion: Well, this is certainly a lens I never expected I’d be able to use. Also, 400mm is pretty far. Not sure how it will be like if it’s used with the 2x tele-converter lens. From Petaling Jaya, you might be able to see KLCC quite clearly with that. I’m exaggerating but you get the point.
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