Microsoft Edge Video Super Resolution Is The Company’s Answer To NVIDIA RTX VSR

Do you own any of the RTX 20 series or AMD Radeon RX 5700 GPUs and up? Microsoft’s got you covered.
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For those users who don’t own RTX 30 or RTX 40 series GPUs, good news. Microsoft has introduced their own version of the video upscaling feature baked in directly to the Edge browser, appropriately named Edge Video Super Resolution. The company has listed both NVIDIA RTX 20, 30, 40 series and AMD Radeon RX 5700 – RX 7800 series will support the feature. (We’re not sure why RX 7900 series is omitted here – it could be a typo on their part).
Microsoft’s version of the upscaling tech will come with a bit more limitations, including: upscaling will work on videos below 720p but no smaller than 192×192; DRM-protected content (such as Netflix) will not work with this feature; and AC power is required (though the company is working on further utilizing systems that contain multiple GPUs, such as laptops.)

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Half of the Edge’s Canary development channel userbase should receive the experimental feature as part of the test right now, but it will be rolled out officially at a later date. Should you want to try it out, enter this web address to enable the flag:
edge://flags/#edge-video-super-resolution
For the full details of the feature you can read on Microsoft Edge Insider blog here.
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Pokdepinion: So, is this FSR vs DLSS all over again?
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Samsung develops slot that accepts both UFS and microSD cards

When we published news of Samsung’s latest UFS 1.0 memory cards that have read speeds rivaling those of SSDs, one thing that was niggling us was the compatibility with upcoming devices. It conforms to the new JEDEC Unversal Flash Storage (UFS) 1.0 Card Extension Standard, which meant that it has a different form factor compared to the current microSD cards.

Not an actual dual-standard slot
Well after the inquisitive guys at droid-life at got in touch with Samsung, they received an encouraging answer regarding compatibility. It seems that Samsung has developed a new slot that will accept both UFS and microSD memory cards. Basically what this means is that owners of the devices with the slot will be able to choose whether they want crazy fast (and most probably pricey) storage or use their existing arsenal of microSD cards with their new device.
The Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is strongly suggested to feature the new slot that supports the two removable storage standards, and then it is most probably up to the OEMs to decide whether they want to support both standards or pick one over the other.

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Pokdepinion: Choice is good, and with the new slot supporting both standards, we won’t see the microSD standard go away anytime soon. Not like it should, as a lot of affordable smartphones with limited internal storage rely on microSD cards to be usable.
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Get RM570 Off From HONOR This 11.11 Shopathon Deals

HONOR Malaysia will be hosting their ultimate 11.11 Shopathon sale where you can get super deals, promotions, as well as free gifts from their hihonor store.
Starting from 1st to 11th of November, you can get your hands on their HONOR 20 Series as well as the HONOR View20 and HONOR 8X.
For the HONOR 20 PRO, you can get it at RM2,099 plus an HONOR Powerbank 10,000 absolutely for free. If you opt for the HONOR 20, it is priced at RM1,349 and you are entitled for a free HONOR Band 5 Sport.

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It’s worth mentioning that the HONOR 10 is available at just RM829 (originally RM1,399) and you’ll also get a foldable bag alongside it.
In addition to that, they are also offering their wearables such as the HONOR Watch Magic at a cheaper price of RM479, and the HONOR Band 5 at just RM111 during the period.
It doesn’t stop there. HONOR accessories will also be offered, this includes the HONOR FlyPods Lite, mini speaker, body fat scale, and powerbank to name a few.
For more details on their offerings, you can checkout their website here.
Pokdepinion: The biggest price difference has got to be the HONOR 10! Do you see something that you fancy?
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Sony Xperia 1’s camera ties the POCOPHONE F1 — while being priced 3x as much

The Sony Xperia 1 has made its way through DxOMark’s tests, and the results are really appalling. The smartphone which many has hoped will turn the ailing Sony Xperia smartphone division’s fortunes around, did not do nearly as well as expected. It scored 91, which is exactly the same score as last year’s POCOPHONE F1.
Making matters worse is that the POCOPHONE F1 wasn’t even Xiaomi’s flagship in 2018. Just to put things into perspective, last year’s HUAWEI P20 Pro scored a whopping 109. This was last year, mind you. An iPhone 8 scored 92 on DxOMark.

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DxOMark highlighted the Sony Xperia 1’s failure to trigger HDR consistently, noticeable artifacts, soft edges of the frame, texture-rendering irregularities and visible red-eye effect when using flash. I thought the latter is something which was solved by almost every camera maker since a very long time ago?

On the bright side, DxOMark noted the quick autofocus in all scenarios and good exposure even in low light. Needless to say, the Xperia 1 won’t be the smartphone you buy if you want one with a great camera.
Sony Xperia 1 Specs

Snapdragon 855, octa-core up to 2.84 GHz, 7nm FinFET
6GB LPDDR4x RAM
128GB UFS 2.1 storage (expandable via microSD)
6.5″ 4K HDR, DCI-P3 100% color gamut OLED display
12MP f/1.6 + 12MP f/2.4 telephoto + 12MP f/2.4 ultrawide
8MP f/2.0 selfie camera
3330 mAh battery, 18W USB PD 2.0
RM4299

Almost every recent smartphone below RM2000 has a camera that’s better than the POCOPHONE F1, and if we were to consider how DxOMark places them as equivalents, you would probably be better off with more affordable smartphones.
Pokdepinion: #BaikBeliPOCO, y’all, #BaikBeliPOCO.
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Demon’s Souls Review – Difficult, But Visually Breathtaking

What is Demon’s Souls About?

Demon’s Souls is an action RPG set in the kingdom of Boletaria which was attacked by the “Old One” for their abuse of the Soul Arts. As a result, the world was filed with the “Deep Fog” which spawned soul-eating demons. Eventually, the mystical being went into a slumber, that is until King Allant restored the Soul Arts. The kingdom is now filled with demons, and humans who lost their souls transformed into vicious monsters.
Players take on the role of an adventurer who enters the Deep Fog that plagues Boletaria. Unfortunately, the adventurer dies early on in the adventure but wakes up in The Nexus, a form of limbo in the afterlife. After speaking with the Maiden in Black and other characters, the adventurer is now tied to the Nexus until the Old One falls into slumber once more. With no choice in the matter, players will have to return to the living world, kill all the powerful demons that control various areas of Boletaria, and face off against an unlikely adversary to save the kingdom.
Demon’s Souls Review
For those of you who aren’t aware, Demon’s Souls is a remake of the game with the same name that was first released on the PlayStation 3. It is a launch title for the PlayStation 5 and it has massive visual upgrades along with some new content. As far as the story goes however, it remains unchanged from the original game. Essentially, it has been fine-tuned to better suit the modern gaming environment.

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More Customization Options
Demon’s Souls Review – Character classes
When you first start out, you will be taken to the character creation screen. Here, you can customize how your adventurer appears from their race to their body build. There’s quite a bit of options here so if you’re the type who likes to tailor your experience as much as possible, you’re going to have a blast with this. However, if you’re lazy to do that and would like to get started as soon as possible, there’s nothing wrong with sticking to the default settings. Afterwards, you can choose from 10 different character classes:

Soldier
Knight
Hunter
Priest
Magician
Wanderer
Barbarian
Thief
Temple Knight
Royalty

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As for which class to go for, that would be dependent on whether you want to have a bigger focus on ranged or melee attacks. With that being said however, the most important part you should consider is how you want to start off with your character and what type of build you are going for. The reason for this is that your character growth isn’t limited to your class, so you can actually grow the character essentially any way you want. For example, having a battle mage later on in the game isn’t far-fetched.
If you want a more a unique experience, Royalty is a good way to go with their Soul Arrow which can one shot enemies early in the game. Furthermore, the included Fragrant Ring will help charge your MP so there’s less worries about being helpless. Alternatively, the Hunter class works great too with bow and arrow for ranged and melee combat still a viable choice. If you want a more straightforward experience however, go for the Soldier or Barbarian class and just bash your way into the game as these character have the highest strengths and endurance points, meaning you can easily dish out damage and take some as well.
As Difficult As Ever
Demon’s Souls Review
When you finally start off in the game, you will be in a castle area learning the ropes. You will be taught the basic actions that can vary depending on your character class. You will be given instructions on how to attack, move, dodge, and interact with the environment. Along with that, you will also have enemies in a rather controlled environment so you can learn with ease. Eventually, you reach the first boss battle and inevitably get killed due to how difficult it is with your current level and equipment.
After going through the scene at The Nexus, that’s when the game truly starts out. You start to learn that it functions as a hub world of sorts, letting you traverse to different parts of the kingdom of Boletaria, power up your character, and purchase items. As such, you will frequently visit this place throughout the course of the game. It can seem a little confusing at first but simply take your time to explore when you first reach there and you will remember it to the end of the game.
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Like the typical Souls RPG, you can freely walk around, run, parry, dodge, and attack. However, most of these actions are dependent on your Stamina, which will deplete as you execute more actions. Having it drop to zero will either result in failure to do specific actions or it will be done in a rather sluggish manner. This is critical as a small mistake could cost your life.
With the exception of early parts of the game, enemies can get rather ruthless. Furthermore, the amount of damage they can dish out easily gets overwhelming. This adds up to the difficulty, especially when you’re facing multiple enemies at once. As frustrating as it may sound, it’s part of the game’s appeal as the challenge can be exhilarating. If you don’t have the aptitude or this kind of game, it’s just a matter of trial and error until you get it right.
Demon’s Souls Review
Just as the franchise is notorious for, Demon’s Souls still remains to be unforgiving in terms of difficulty. Like the original game, there is no option to change difficulty so you’re stuck with the game as is whether you like it or not. However, it’s nowhere near impossible and it’s just a matter of patience and understanding enemy patterns. Even a single moment of impatience could lead to your downfall, but the game will let you know that first-hand if you weren’t aware of it already.
The game has seen a massive visual upgrade over the original game, which I personally feel is fitting given that it’s a PS5 launch title. It’s definitely not the best one to showcase the next gen console’s true power but it’s certainly a great start. With that being said however, there are some camera angle issues still present in the game so as you pan the camera around to get a better view, there are times when you’ll be ambushed. At this point, I’m keen on believing that the developers intended it to be this way to add another layer of challenge since it’s present in virtually every Souls game released today.
Looking for an action RPG that’s a lot more forgiving in terms of difficulty? Check out our review of Assassin’s Creed Valhalla by clicking right here.
Demon’s Souls Verdict
Demon’s Souls Review
If you love the Souls series, the Demon’s Souls remake for the PS5 is definitely a good choice to have. There’s plenty of challenge to be had, you get a massive visual upgrade over the original game, there’s plenty of content to keep you busy for a while, and it gives gamers who missed out on the original game the chance to experience it in a much better way.
However, it’s definitely not a game for the impatient, it’s the priciest PS5 game yet at RM299, and there isn’t much new with the game. If that’s perfectly fine with you, then I’m sure you will be more than happy with the game. At the end of our Demon’s Souls review, I award this game with our Silver Pokdeward.

Big thanks to PlayStation Asia for sending us the review code for this game.
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Valorant Patch 5.10 Bringing Notable Nerfs and Buffs for Fade and Cypher

It appears that there will be notable nerfs and buffs for Fade and Cypher respectively in the upcoming Valorant Patch 5.10, based on the new beta.
Valorant Patch 5.10
In the latest public beta environment (PBE), Riot Games has introduced a few changes that is expected to arrive in Valorant patch 5.10. Most notably, they are nerfs and buffs to Fade and Cypher respectively. They’ve also explained the changes and the reasoning behind them as well.
Fade Nerfs

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Prowlers

Duration reduced from 3 > 2.5 seconds. (Time the prowler is alive without a trail).
Delay on bite after reaching target increased .4 > .6 seconds.
Hitbox improvements.
Nearsight duration on hit reduced 3.5 > 2.75 seconds.
Prowlers now fizzle out and no longer debuff instead of debuffing its target if they teleported away before it finished its animation.

Nightfall

Cost increased 7 > 8.

With regards to Fade, her Prowlers have been described as “versatile and difficult-to-play-against ability” so the nerfs were deemed as necessary. The decrease in duration is said to make her more “deliberate in areas that she chooses to sweep” without making her feel too weak. Her ultimate, Nightfall, also sees a slight cost increase from 7 to 8 points.
Cypher’s Buffs

Trapwire

Maximum Trapwire length increased 1000 >>> 1500.

Neural Theft

Neural Theft now reveals enemies two times. There is a four second delay between the reveals.
Time restriction to cast on enemy corpses has been removed.
Maximum cast distance increased 1200 >>> 1800.

Quality of Life

Updated the yellow silhouette used for Cypher’s reveal on Spycam and Neural Theft.
Yellow silhouette now disappears if the revealed enemy becomes visible to you to help reduce confusion of seeing two representations of the enemy in different places.
Yellow silhouette now starts dimmer and fades faster to make it more distinguishable from an actual enemy.
Cypher’s placed utility is no longer destroyed by allies’ AOE damage.

As for Cypher on the other hand, the buffs are designed to “address the predictability” of his Trapwire setups and make his ultimate ability feel more rewarding. With that, Trapwire will be significantly longer, having a cast distance of 1,500 as opposed to the previous 1,000.
With the Neural Theft ultimate ability, it will reveal enemy locations twice with 4 seconds between each ping, and the casting time has been removed. Furthermore, the casting distance has been increased from 1,200 to 1,800, making it easier to pull it off safely.
Keep in mind that this is currently being tested so we might see some differences when it’s out in the public version of the game. No word yet on when Valorant patch 5.10 but we will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Not gonna lie, been playing a lot less of Cypher because there are far more usable Agents in higher ranks. With this, I’m excited to give him a try again.
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To ease up many people’s DMs on the social networking platform, there is a new Instagram Private Story Likes feature that will be coming your way.
New Instagram Private Story Likes Eases Up Your DMs

❤ Private Story Likes ❤
Starting to roll out today, you can now send some love by liking people’s stories without sending a DM.
Likes on stories are private and do not have counts. Rather, they appear as hearts next to people’s handles in your Stories view sheet. 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/l56Rmzgnnw
— Adam Mosseri (@mosseri) February 14, 2022

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The head of Instagram, Adam Mosseri, shared a new video on Twitter on the new Instagram Private Story Likes feature. He mentioned that the idea of it to ensure that people can express their support for other people and this is one way extra way of interacting with other people’s Stories on the social networking platform.
With this new feature, there will be a new heart icon next to the “Send Messages” button, which will privately send a like to the poster and not needlessly clog up their DMs. The number of likes will remain private so people will not be able to see how many likes a particular Story will have.
As for the the poster can see who liked their Story, it should appear similarly to how you view people who have viewed your Story, in a separate section away from the public. Previously, you could react with emojis but it will be sent to their inbox.
The Instagram Private Story Likes feature will be rolling out in the next few days so if you have yet to see it on your smartphone, just give it a few days for the update to reach you.
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Pokdepinion: Personally, I like the fact that the public can’t see how many likes each Story has. That way, people won’t be concerned about chasing for likes and base their self-esteem on it. It’s far more damaging for a lot of people out there otherwise.
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PlayStation League Asia 2018 Announced: The Road to FIFA eWorld Cup 2018

Sony Interactive Entertainment Japan Asia is proud to announce the PlayStation League Asia 2018, an official EA SPORTS FIFA 18 Global Series Qualifier, powered by ESL Asia. It features 8 of the best FIFA 18 players from Asia, competing for a total prize pool of USD $10,000.
PlayStation League Asia 2018 Announced

The folks over at Sony Interactive Entertainment Japan Asia has announced an official EA Sports FIFA 18 Global Series Qualifier, the PlayStation League Asia 2018. It will be taking place over at Battle Arena on May 13th 2018 and it will feature 8 of the best FIFA 18 players from Asia duke it out for their chance at the prize pool of USD $10,000.

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Of course given that people from Sony Interactive Entertainment announced it and how the league has been named, the PlayStation League Asia 2018 will be centered on FIFA 18 for the PlayStation 4. There will be 4 online qualifiers from April 12th 2018 to April 15th 2018, with 2 players from each qualifier advancing. Only those aged 16 and above are allowed to participate.
As mentioned earlier, there will be a prize pool of USD $10,000. This is how the prizes are being divided:
PlayStation League Asia 2018 Prizes

Champion: USD $3,000 + Ticket to EA SPORTS FIFA 18 Global Series Playoff
1st Runner Up: USD $2,500
2nd Runner Up: USD $1,500
3rd Runner Up: USD $1,000
Other Runner Ups: USD $500

For those wondering what kind of settings will be utilized in FIFA 18, refer to the following:
Game settings for PlayStation League Asia 2018

Mode: FIFA Ultimate Team
Half Length: 6 minutes
Controls: Any
Game Speed: Normal
Squad Type: Online

The PlayStation League Asia 2018 is an official qualifier for the EA Sports FIFA 18 Global Series on The Road to FIFA eWorld Cup 2018, in which one player will be crowned the undisputed best FIFA player in the world.
For more information on the tournament, especially if you want to participate as a competitor, click right here for it.
Pokdepinion: Another major eSports tournament I see. Well, would definitely want to see how the tournament goes, that’s for sure. Can’t wait for May 13th 2018.
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Acer Predator 21 X features a curved 21″ G-SYNC display and GTX 1080s in SLI

Just when you thought the gaming laptops are just way too powerful to be true, this beast sets a whole new standard altogether. The Acer Predator 21 X brings truly insane levels of performance to a laptop form factor, while also being the very first notebook in the world with a curved 21″ ultra-wide display. With G-SYNC support, of course.

The curved 21″ ultra-wide IPS display sports a 2560×1080 resolution for a greater field of view, a great advantage in FPS games. NVIDIA G-SYNC technology is also featured for stutter-free and no tearing in every scenario for a smooth and sharp gaming experience. A great visual experience isn’t the only thing Acer is promising with the Predator 21 X, as it also comes with SoundPound 4.2+, which crams 4 speakers and 2 subwoofers onto this gaming beast. Dolby Audio handles the software part of the audio equation to give you an exceptional aural experience.

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For a more immersive gaming experience, the notebook integrates Tobii eye-tracking technology to give gamers a new intuitive and natural way of control. Simply by moving their eyes to gaze at objects, gamers can aim, identify enemies and take cover. The infrared sensors and software work seamlessly together to unlock this new frontier of control in gaming. In terms of basic controls, the Acer Predator 21 X features a full-sized mechanical keyboard with Cherry MX switches, complete with customizable RGB backlight settings for each individual key built right into the body of the Predator 21 X. The numeric keypad also doubles as Precision Touchpad with a unique design that allows it to be flipped over. There will also be a palm rest for better ergonomics when using the built-in

As usual for any gaming laptop, brute performance is the core of an enjoyable experience. Acer is not going to let down gamers here, and the Acer Predator 21 X will feature the latest 7th Generation “Kaby Lake” Intel Core CPUs with dual NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 graphics cards in SLI configuration, allowing you to enjoy your AAA titles to the fullest with all graphics settings turned on. Cooling all that hardware is an advanced cooling architecture with FIVE system fans, 3 of which are ultra-thin AeroBlade metal fans. Needless to say, this baby will be cool under anything you can throw at it.

No prices were mentioned and we aren’t sure when this massive beast will arrive in Malaysia, but we are sure when it does, it will be quite damaging on the wallet. Till then, enjoy this video teaser of the Acer Predator 21 X.
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Pokdepinion: This is really a monster! I am pretty sure anyone who gets this will not be carrying it around, as it is a whole 83.25 mm thick while weighing 8 kg. With that kind of hardware inside I think you can forget about battery life, which means you will have to carry the power adapter with you as well. A portable, (insanely) powerful all-in-one desktop is a better description of what it really is, not a laptop! Still, it is still hard to understand we now have this kind of performance in a portable form factor, when we could not even dream of this kind of setup a few years back.
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CEO Says HONOR Magic Series Will Exceed HUAWEI Mate And P Lineup

While previously we’ve mentioned on how HONOR aims to surpass their former parent company HUAWEI, it seems that they now think that their new HONOR Magic smartphone lineup will be better than HUAWEI’s Mate and P-series range.
HONOR Magic smartphone to be better than HUAWEI Mate and P-series

In a recent interview in China, George Zhao, the CEO of HONOR has revealed that the company are already partnering with Qualcomm to release a Snapdragon 888 smartphone as part of their HONOR Magic phone series.

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He has said that with the flagship series, they aim to surpass even the high end and iconic HUAWEI Mate plus HUAWEI P-series from HUAWEI.
The CEO has said that their separation from HUAWEI has gone smoothly and in a respectful manner. Aside from Qualcomm, the company is also talking with both AMD and Intel about their MagicBook laptops too.
To top it all off, he has mentioned that upcoming offerings from the company will have better camera and processing features as they are no longer limited to HUAWEI’s resources.
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Pokdepinion: While the Magic series has been in the market for quite some time already, they’ve never hit our shores here in Malaysia. Hopefully we’ll get to taste their upcoming device though soon.
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This is the story of Phidisk, as told by the founder himself!

Phidisk is a pretty active brand in Malaysia, supporting local esports events as well as delivering some pretty interesting storage solutions. The company is barely two years old, which is what makes their achievements all the more amazing. We interviewed the founder of Phidisk Sdn. Bhd., Kendrick, to find out more about why he started the company, and what’s in store for the future.

His motivation to start Phidisk was his realization that NAND storage would be the future, especially in the form of SSDs. Now, Phidisk is one of the active NAND storage companies originating from Penang.
He is very proud of the fact that Phidisk is born and raised in Penang, just like himself. When asked about whether Phidisk manufactures any products here in Malaysia, he mentions that he does aim to use local manufacturing facilities to make Phidisk products. While other countries may offer lower labor costs and promise better profit margins for Phidisk, Kendrick believes in supporting Malaysians, rather than outsourcing it. At the moment, the selection of the components, design and packaging are all locally done, while the manufacturing is performed over in Taiwan.

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While Phidisk is already really strong in the Malaysian and South East Asian markets, Phidisk is also getting inquiries from Italy, UK and Japan, and are definitely looking forward to bringing their products to the whole world.
As a closing note, Kendrick has this to say:
Kawan-kawan dari Malaysia, supportlah barang Malaysia!

Have you checked out any Phidisk products recently? We have reviewed the Phidisk WrathKeeper SATA SSD, the PhantomKnight SATA SSD and also the WrathKeeper PCIe NVMe SSD. Do take a look and you might just find your next storage upgrade!
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At the Asia Pacific Predator League 2020/21 Grand Finals, we had an opportunity to interview the Malaysian Esports team who was invited to join the tournament for PUBG, Battle Arena Elites. We spoke with Lachlan “Fludd” Thompson, Mukhlis “Mzero” Mustafa, and Dreams about their experiences.
Asia Pacific Predator League 2020/21 Interview With Battle Arena Elites
Team Battle Arena Elites
Given that the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the world for quite some time, it resulted in some necessary changes in the Esports world. The biggest difference here is that the competitors will have to play from their own homes instead. Fludd shared his experience on the new, necessary change:
I don’t think it’s really changed that much, to be honest. I think it’s kind of the same, obviously the environment is different playing from your own bedroom but as far as the gameplay goes, it’s very similar just playing from home. Obviously, some people have more ping, like I’m from Australia, so for most Southeast Asian events, I play with 120 ping.
Fludd
Fludd did note that compared to playing from 0 to 10 ping, it’s a big difference but he also added on that it’s not too bad. Typically with games that require fast reaction like PUBG, that short delay as a result of high ping can be the difference between life and death but Fludd mentioned that it’s something that one can grow accustomed to as he’s been doing that for the past couple of years. However, he does prefer to travel to events more.

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Mzero preferred to play at home as he enjoys being at home more, it’s less stressed, there is no need to travel around, and there’s more time to rest as a result. The only downside is that it can be less fun as the team isn’t gathered together to play in person. Dreams on the other hand simply prefers to play from home as it’s generally more comfortable for himself.

I then asked if Battle Arena Elites feel like they would perform better if the team played together in person or separately at home. Dreams chimed in with his thoughts first, stating that “if we play together (in person), we can perform better. At home, we can’t communicate better in order to play better”. Mzero echoed the sentiment, but he feels that having more hype can help you feel more excited to perform better.
I then followed up by asking them if there were any changes in how the team approached training and gameplay as they are now competing from home. Fludd believes that there isn’t much differences, at least if you’re looking at the big picture, but it does affect the chemistry of the team as it’s easier to bond when everyone is there together in person.

On the subject of who is the team to beat in their PUBG tournament, Mzero named Cerberus Esports and ArkAngel Predator as their team fight is great. Fludd then added on that Cerberus Esports is one of the best Vietnamese Esports teams as they often win the top spot by a landslide. It was also mentioned that the two teams have played together for a while so it’s easier for them to perform as a cohesive unit., and synergy is a key factor to winning.
Unfortunately, there wasn’t much time left for the interview so it ended shortly after that. For now, Battle Arena Elites will continue to compete in the Asia Pacific Predator League 2020/21 for PUBG. All the best to them for the rest of the competition.
Did you know that Acer Malaysia recently unveiled two newly refreshed gaming laptops? Click right here to learn more about it.
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Ducky One mechanical keyboard review

I have always thought mechanical keyboards to be an unnecessary extra in a gamer’s arsenal. I considered mice to be of more importance as accurate tracking can mean the difference between hitting or missing the mark. After joining Pokde.net, I was a proud defender of my opinion. However the team at Pokde.net convinced me to get one. Determined to see what is so special about mechanical keyboards, I got a secondhand CM Storm Quickfire TK. The rest, as they say, is history. Today, I have a Ducky One mechanical keyboard here with me. Let’s not waste time and go through this keyboard.

Unboxing
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As you can see the packaging of the Ducky One is rather basic, with just the right amount of info like the switches used, LED color and frame color.

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Appearance
The Ducky One features a translucent green case, a refreshing change from all the black mechanical keyboards in the market. The frame sports the thinnest bezels Ducky has ever made. Aside from the striking green color, the Ducky One is pretty simple looking.

The keys are still black, with a matte finishing that doesn’t look set to get any fingerprints soon. The translucent print of the legends are quite hard to see without the backlight on, but that happens with most, if not all, backlit keyboards.

Flipping the keyboard over we see a DIP switch, wide rubber feet and the label. A surprise find was the microUSB port instead of the usual miniUSB connector. To be honest I didn’t realize it until I checked it out on Ducky’s website,

It’s really about damn time keyboards embraced the newer standard. It essentially makes the cable user replaceable as microUSB cables are a lot easier to find than the miniUSB ones. Users  can now pick whatever microUSB cable they want to use with their Ducky One, even the iCable i10 Power Series cables if they so wish.

The cable here doesn’t come with any sleeving either, just like on the Ducky Secret mouse. Gold plating is featured on both ends.

Specifications

Body material
ABS

Keycap
ABS doubleshot, backlit

USB report rate
1000 Hz

Switch type
Cherry MX Brown

Microprocessor
32 bit ARM Cortex-M3

Cable
1.5m, detachable

Weight
1300 g

Included accessories
Keycap puller
Menu keycap
User manual

User Experience
Setting up the Ducky One involves plugging in the microUSB connector to the keyboard and plugging in the USB into a USB port on your computer. There are nice inset channels for you to tuck the cord into but because the cable is unbraided and the channels are a little tight, after squeezing the cables into the channels you will notice that the cord bears permanent scuff marks on its surface. The cable also bends at a rather acute angle, leaving me worried about its durability. It didn’t fail during my testing though so it should be fine.
There are no drivers to install with the Ducky One, but it does come with a load of built-in features that require some careful reading of the user manual to understand. Everything is done on the keyboard itself, from macro programming to custom lighting options. Ducky offers a lot of features with their keyboard but I believe it is about time they invest in making a proper GUI to manage all their peripherals’ settings.
The keyboard are held in place by thick rubber feet, so it will not slide around your table no matter how hard you type. I used the highest level of tilt because I like it that way. There are three levels of tilt for you to choose from.

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The intermediate feet are less sturdy and pushing the keyboard forward will cause it to collapse.

The media keys on the Ducky One are limited to the volume control buttons above the numpad. There is also dedicated key to access the Calculator. I am not sure whether this was a community-sourced idea or Ducky engineers use the calculator that much to justify putting a dedicated shortcut there. You can also set your preferred repeat delay and repeat rate. I did mess with that feature but found it rather unnecessary. Setting macros are unbelievably difficult. Ducky really should hire a team of software engineers to make a proper GUI to handle all these features. On the upside, you can almost reprogram every key’s function.

The DIP switches on the One’s underside allows you to make the Fn key double as a Menu key, as well as disable some of the modifier keys. The 4th DIP switch is to switch between NKRO and 6KRO, an important feature as certain OSes do not support NKRO functionality.

Alright, its time to talk about the LED backlighting. The backlighting here is pure white, with 7 levels of brightness and 6 modes of backlighting, including completely off. I really like the Reactive Mode but wished it stayed lit a tad longer for me to actually bask in the glow of my furious typing. You can even customize TWO custom backlighting profiles which can be turned on together, making for almost limitless combinations. One thing I really like about the backlighting is that Ducky aligned the numbers and symbols above the LED so every legend is backlit nicely.

The keys feel great with the sandblasted finishing. The keycaps are ABS double shot, meaning that the legends will never ever fade. Real Cherry MX Brown switches are used here, so no worries about quality. Gaming or typing on this keyboard is flawless. Thanks to the NKRO function you do not need to worry about ghosting no matter how many keys you press at once.  Bottoming out the keys is satisfying both in terms of audible and tactile feedback, typical of mechanical keyboards with a steel backplate.

Conclusion
The Ducky One’s RRP is RM449, not a small sum any way you look at it. It does offer a huge number of features but they are hidden by key combinations and the DIP switch under the keyboard. If the keyboard came with a proper intuitive GUI I would love it to bits. If you want to make use of the macro/reprogram function and don’t mind the learning curve when setting it up, do get this keyboard as right now it is currently on sale for RM399, while stocks last. I will only give it our Silver Award because of the steep learning curve when setting up the macro features.
We express our thanks to Ducky Keyboard Malaysia for lending us the Ducky One review sample.
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Samsung Malaysia ‘Unbox & Discover’ Livestream Returns On April 12

Expect latest display demonstrations and technological previews.

Samsung Malaysia is set to host the Unbox & Discover 2023 livestream on its Facebook page and YouTube channel previewing what’s next for the brand. Scheduled to go online at 9pm Wednesday (April 12, 2023), the brand dives into their vision and strategy with the promise to deliver connected and personalized experience while ‘Bringing Calm to Our Connected World’.

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The event will be feature various keynotes from different divisions of the company, including: Samsung’s Vision, ESG Keynote, SmartThings Lifestyle, Neo QLED 8K & OLED TV lineup, Gaming TV and Monitor keynotes.
Interested? Head over Samsung Malaysia’s Facebook page to mark down your calendar, and click on ‘Interested’ on the event page. You can watch the livestream on YouTube here.

Pokdepinion: Wonder if there might be updates for the QD-OLED monitors?
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How Durable Are the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3?

Both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 has seen a huge boost in durability, but how durable are they? This is how they tested the foldables.
If you want to check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, click right here. If you want to see the Galaxy Z Flip3 review, click here instead.

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 Durability

One of the biggest issues with foldables, especially when compared to your standard smartphone, is durability. Previously, it lacked water resistance, the display is more fragile, and there are concerns of the longevity of the folding mechanism. While it may not be as strong as a standard smartphone from this year, it has improved by leaps and bounds.
For starters, both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and Z Flip3 uses the Armor Aluminum frame, which lays a solid foundation for a sturdier design for foldable smartphones. The former’s Cover Display makes use of Corning Gorilla Glass Victus for added protection, especially against scratches.
As for the main display, it has a redesigned layer structure which improves the foldable display by 80%. This might not sound like much but it’s also what made the S Pen support possible, even with the use of pressure. Sure, it may not be as solid as the one found in the Galaxy Note 20 series but it can work just as well without worries about creating a gaping hole in the middle of the screen while using the S Pen.

Arguably the most important upgrade is the addition of IPX8 water resistance, which means it can be submerged in water deeper than 1 meter. The X in it means it wasn’t tested for dust resistance but this is still a huge thing. Most modern smartphones have this level of water resistance and it was thought to not be possible with foldable due to the moving parts, but clearly that’s not the case here.
This upgrade in durability means that you can jump to these foldables without having to make a big sacrifice, particularly on protection. If that’s not enough, Samsung recently published a video showing off how they tested the durability of their devices, which shows it outlast 5 years of folding and unfolding, how effective the digitizer under the display is for the S Pen, and environmental chamber tests to ensure that it can still function well in a variety of climates.
In case you didn’t know, those who purchase the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 from by 31st October 2021 will receive an RM500 e-voucher and a 1-year Samsung Care+ plan worth RM799. For the Galaxy Z Flip3 on the other hand, you will be getting an RM350 e-voucher and 1-year Samsung Care+ plan worth RM699. If you wanna learn more about it, click right here.
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Nintendo Opting for Different Black Friday Approach; Not Much Discounts?

With Black Friday almost upon us, it would seem that Nintendo has a different approach in mind for it. Will this be good new or bads news for gamers?
Nintendo Opting for Different Black Friday Approach
Nintendo of America’s President Reggie Fils-Aime
With Black Friday deals abound, many holiday consumers and gamers alike are wondering “Where can I get my discounted Nintendo Switch for Black Friday?” Nintendo of America’s President Reggie Fils-Aime has some bad news for you, don’t hold your breath.
According to a statement given by Reggie Fils-Aime to the Washington Post, Nintendo has no intention to discount the Nintendo Switch for the holiday season. More specifically:

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We are not discounting the Switch…. We’re focusing on making sure we have robust supply at retail.
And while disappointing for many, the move makes sense for the bustling console. Sales for the Nintendo Switch have been surprising to say the least, with the handheld / home console hybrid leading the console market for both America and Japan. In the past month, they have even sharply increased the yearly predictions for Nintendo Switch shipments for 2017.
If I were to phrase it in a different way, why bother giving a discount for something that’s already selling well in the first place?
While the Nintendo Switch won’t have any explicit sales from Nintendo, that’s not to say bundles aren’t available. Whether your cup of tea is Super Mario Odyssey, Splatoon 2, or Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, there are plenty of pack-ins for those looking for variations on holiday gifts. Of course, if you haven’t played it yet, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a must-play for the platform.
Source: Washington Post

Pokdepinion: Well, for those of you who have been purposely delaying your Nintendo Switch purchases, there’s nothing much to look forward to unless you’re aiming for specific bundle packs.
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New Valorant Agent Teaser Leaked – Can Disable Abilities?

Valorant is one of the most popular competitive shooters out there today, with a player base that’s still rapidly growing. With a total of 15 agents playable right now, many gamers have grown anxious to see a new agent join the ranks. Now, we have a better idea of how he / she will play.
New Valorant Agent Teaser Leaked

🌴 A look at Breeze teasers 🌴 #VALORANT
A closer view of everything! The most remarkable changes are:
🔪 The knife on the Radianite box
✅ The teleport (we’re sure it is one now!) is “ready”
💻 “Arrival Imminent”, another change to the screen
🚨 Some computers are now yellow! pic.twitter.com/2MswsF8rNI
— Disturbo (@NotToDisturb) June 8, 2021

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Recently, it was hinted that the new Valorant agent will create “moments where you must rely on your gunplay”. As a result, people began speculating that the new character will have abilities that can disable enemies, similar to Revenant in Apex Legends.
In update 2.11, a number of gamers have found teasers for the new Valorant agent, specifically in the newest playable map in the game, Breeze. From what we understand, there is a knife on the Radianite box. Furthermore, there is a teleporter which is basically ready and a nearby screen now reads “Arrival Imminent”.
Outside of that, renowned data miner Floxay has revealed new tags related to the new Valorant agent on Twitter. Apparently, the codename is “Grenadier” and the other tags related to him / her includes:

“SuppressionAssist”
“Assist. Suppression”
“Suppressed”
“Buffs.HUD.Suppressed”

If we take in all the information we can find now, it appears that the new agent could disable abilities using the knife somehow. Of course, being able to do so from point blank seems odd as it might just be better to kill them off then, so perhaps a ranged knife similar to Jett’s ultimate ability. This is just speculation for now so we will have to wait and see when the new character is finally launched.
Valorant is available for free exclusively on PC.
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Pokdepinion: Given that you don’t see new characters launch often in this game, it’s important for them to be unique so as to attract attention. It doesn’t necessarily have to change the game completely, but definitely needs enough impact to consider them over existing agents.
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Malaysia’s Fire Dragoon Debuts In EA Champions Cup Spring 2018 In Bangkok

7 countries, 12 teams, 240k prize money

EA Champions Cup Spring 2018, the biggest esports tournament for EA SPORTS’s FIFA ONLINE 3 is back this year and it’s bigger than ever. The tournament will be pitching it’s tent over in Bangkok, Thailand next week starting from 31 March 2018 to 1 April 2018 at Bangkok International Trade & Exhibition Centre.

A total of 12 teams from 7 countries will take part in the EA Champions Cup Spring 2018 to battle it out to see which team can nab the top spot, be crowned champion of the whole tournament and walk away with the biggest chunk of the USD 239,000 total prize pool. The countries participating in the EA Champions Cup Spring 2018 will be the host country, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, China and South Korea.

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2 teams will be representing Thailand with South Korea and China having 3 teams present in the tournament. Whereas Vietnam, Indonesia, Singapore and Malaysia will only have a single team representing their respective countries. The Top 6 players from the two finalist teams will get a chance to to compete in the EA SPORTS FIFA Global Series Playoffs in June 2018 on the Road to the FIFA eWorld Cup Final in August 2018 where the winner will be crowned the undisputed world champion of FIFA.
Fire Dragoon: Represent!
Representing our country is Fire Dragoon, who will be making their début in the EA Champions Cup Spring 2018. Getting there wasn’t easy as they had to first go through a qualifier tournament, dubbed the Fantasy Cup: Road to Thailand that was held Orange Esports Stadium situated in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur. A total of 23 teams participated in the double-elimination tournament. There Fire Dragoon sent two teams, Fire Dragoon (Wintersss, zFeedMeMore, sm00th) and Fire Dragoon Youth (Rippedjean, NiamaGa1, KaiZokuuu).

Both teams fought their way tremendously to reach the final stages of the international qualifier. The grand final was then down to both Fire Dragoon Youth against a formidable team HG. Flash in which Fire Dragoon Youth came out on top. Winning the qualifiers meant that they won them the rights to represent Malaysia in the upcoming EA Champions Cup Spring 2018. They will be playing under the name Fire Dragoon on the international stage.
Pokdepinion: Good job Fire Dragoon! Bring the trophy home and make us proud!
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vivo Announces New Android 12 Beta Programme For Selected Devices

vivo has just announced that they are releasing the Android 12 Beta programme for selected devices. This is in line with the announcements made during the recent Google I/O 2021 event. vivo also announced that the iQOO 7 Legend is among the first batch of devices that can install the Android 12 Beta.
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Vivo has improved its app interface resource calling functionality as part of the Android 12 Beta Program. This speeds up device growth, adaptation, and optimization for vivo’s smartphone operating system. Meanwhile, the vivo Computing Acceleration Platform (VCAP) is a digital acceleration solution that focuses on the terminal hardware’s underlying characteristics, enabling developer algorithms to be implemented more quickly.

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Furthermore, vivo will also include upgraded and customised features such as iManager and Multi-Turbo with the aim of providing excellent user experiences to end users.
Developers can now download Android 12 Beta for testing and optimization on the iQOO 7 Legend by visiting vivo’s developer website. Vivo hopes to collaborate with developers to incorporate the latest features into the company’s mobile operating system, resulting in a more stable, seamless, and premium experience for smartphone users around the world.
Android 12 is the latest iteration of Google’s popular OS whereby the company introduced many new features that further ensure the privacy and security of end users. Users can now switch off app access to the sensors for the whole device with new microphone and camera toggles, as well as a new emergency feature that will activate an emergency alert after five consecutive presses of the power button.
Pokdepinion: I’m really liking how Android 12 looks right now especially the design and aesthetics. I also like the fact that the OS automatically assigns certain designs based on your own content. I’m using the Mi 9T Pro right now and fingers crossed that the phone gets Android 12.
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Redmi Note 9S announced from RM799 — long live the mid-range king!

The Redmi Note 9S has just announced globally, with it coming to Malaysia officially on 27th March. The successor to the Redmi Note 8 takes a rather big leap forward, skipping all the way from a Snapdragon 665 to the Snapdragon 720G.
It’s essentially India’s Redmi Note 9 Pro for the global market. The specifications are pretty similar, including the camera and storage configurations. Overall it does seem like an interesting entry into the mid-range segment, and an excellent upgrade from the Redmi Note 8, all while maintaining an affordable price tag.

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Redmi Note 9S Specs

Snapdragon 720G, octa-core 2.3 GHz, 8nm
Up to 6GB RAM
128GB UFS 2.1 storage (expandable via 512GB microSD)
6.67″ FHD+ IPS LCD display
48MP f/1.79 + 8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide + 5MP f/2.4 macro with autofocus + 2MP depth sensor
16MP f/2.48 selfie camera
5020 mAh battery, 18W fast charging (22.5W fast charger in the box)
4GB + 64GB: RM799
6GB + 128GB: RM899

The Redmi Note 9S continues the Redmi Note series’ legacy with an IR blaster and a headphone jack, as Redmi has received feedback that fans want the stuff. I won’t argue about the IR blaster at all, as I absolutely love my Mi 9‘s IR blaster to control the air-conditioning.

On 27th March, you can get the Redmi Note 9S (4GB + 64GB) for just RM699 during the 12am-2am session of the Lazada’s 8th Birthday Sale. All you need to do is is participate in a click campaign to unlock the RM100 rebate to slash the price of the Redmi Note 9S down to RM699 from RM799, along with other goodies. The Redmi Note 9S will be offered exclusively on Lazada from 27th to 31st March, with more widespread availability via all of Xiaomi Malaysia’s sales channels from 1st April onwards.
It’s worth noting that Malaysians are among the first to get to experience the Redmi Note 9S, with international availability only starting on 7th April and 8th April. The pre-sales of the Redmi Note 9S (6GB + 128GB) will begin on 1st April, with availability starting by 7th April. You can get the Redmi Note 9S in Aurora Blue, Glacier Blue and Interstellar Grey.
Pokdepinion: Wow I honestly didn’t expect such an affordable price tag.
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Samsung introduces two new affordable Galaxy J smartphones — Galaxy J6+ and Galaxy J4+ with 6.0″ HD+ Infinity Displays!

Samsung’s recent slew of devices may have scared you away with their pricing, but if you are on a tight budget, they still have something up their sleeves for you. The Samsung Galaxy J6+ and Galaxy J4+ are the latest additions to Samsung’s affordable Galaxy J lineup.
The Samsung Galaxy J4+ is a really barebones device
The two devices’ main claim to fame is the 6.0″ 18.5:9 HD+ TFT display which while is a fair bit less premium than the Super AMOLED displays Samsung usually uses, is necessary for Samsung to keep the price low. Also shared by these two devices is the 1.4 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 425 chipset which is fairly underpowered even given the entry-level intentions of the Samsung Galaxy J4+ and Galaxy J6+. Both devices also share the same 3300 mAh battery.
The Samsung Galaxy J6+ comes with more cameras, more RAM and more storage
The difference starts when we take a look at the cameras. The Galaxy J6+ comes in with a 13MP + 5MP setup, while the Galaxy J4+ makes do with a single 13MP f/1.9 rear camera. The front camera on the former is also a higher end 8MP f/1.9 one, while the latter settles for a 5MP f/2.2 selfie camera. The Galaxy J4+ is also severely lacking on RAM with just 2GB on tap, while the Galaxy J6+ gets 4GB of RAM to play around with.

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The storage on both the Galaxy J6+ and Galaxy J4+ are expandable with microSD cards up to 512GB, with the former coming with 64GB built-in and the latter with just 32GB. The Galaxy J6+ and Galaxy J4+ are priced at RM999 and RM699 respectively, and are available in a slew of colors to choose from.
Pokdepinion: These two devices offer abysmal value for money. Samsung definitely has to up their game if they intend to compete in the entry-level segment.
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Spotify Introduces New Spotify Premium Mini Daily And Weekly Subscription Plans

Spotify has just introduced the new Spotify Premium Mini subscription plan in Malaysia today. The new Premium Mini subscription plan offers daily and weekly plans as opposed to the standard monthly Spotify Premium subscription plan. Spotify’s new daily and weekly subscription plans are priced at RM1 per day and RM3 per week.
Introducing the new Spotify Premium Mini subscription plan

The new Spotify Premium Mini subscription plans will include almost all the benefits of the regular Spotify Premium plan bar a few slight differences. The Premium Mini plan only allows for 30 songs that can be downloaded and is limited to just one device. Other than that, the benefits are identical to the regular Premium plans including ad-free music listening and the ability to tune in to the same playlist or podcast with up to five friends via Group Session.

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The new Spotify Premium Mini plan joins the list of existing plans available on the music streaming platform which include the Individual, Duo and Family premium plans. For more information on the new Spotify Premium Mini subscription plan, head over to the official website right here.
Pokdepinion: This is actually pretty interesting though I think it would be easier to just subscribe to their monthly plan.
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Growth In 2019 Sees realme Take 7th Spot Globally — Fastest Growing Smartphone Brand

realme has been in the market since 2018, which isn’t that far from now. Since that period of time, the company has managed to become the fastest growing smartphone brand in 2019, where they now sit at 7th place globally.

Their products are no slouch either as they’ve won over 60 awards throughout the year (2019), where the realme X2 Pro taking some of the biggest awards, thanks to its flagship-killing offerings. At the end of 31 December 2019, their global users have exceeded 25 million with a year-on-year increase by over 500%.

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Since 2019 is gone, one might ask, what is their next move? Well up next they have said that they will be focusing on 5G as well as AIoT, the latter which you might remember we shared on our Facebook page.
With the realme X50 5G, they’ve officially entered the 5G era, where they aim to cover all price segments, making 5G available for young people around the globe.
As for their AIoT plans, they will bring more IoT products from all segments, which includes audio accessories, wearables, TV, as well as other lifestyle products.
Pokdepinion: Hopefully they’ll continue to bring in even more quality products at affordable prices!
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Huawei P30 camera captures Wang Lee Hom concert details like no other!

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Smartphones and concerts have a very long intimate relationship. A lifetime moment captured is an everlasting memory captured. However, the shooting conditions in a concert is ever challenging. The base environment is usually dark, while the strobes and flashes make this even more complicated. In the past, smartphones used to struggle in this area, but today’s technology have overcome most of the challenges. Then again, one major problem still needs to be addressed; Depending on your seating (or standing) position, the subject might not be entirely visible to the camera. While most concerts provide large LED displays to aid this experience, your smartphone has another problem to deal with which is back light causing your photos to be overexposed. You could use manual mode but you would miss the precious moment there.
Huawei Ups The Ante in Concert Photography
This is where Huawei has changed the game altogether for concert goers. Recently, Wang Lee Hom had a live concert in Stadium Merdeka. These images were taken during the at quite a distance from the subject. Let the images do the talking before we elaborate further.

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Just look at that! Gauging the distance from the first image, the subject is at a pretty far distance. Using the close shot mode, you can already capture Wang Lee Hom in person without breaking any details. Further zooming in, you can even see the face expressions clearly. A moment like this captured by a device that just fits in your pocket, not bad, eh?
Oh, we do have more samples.

Tell me that doesn’t blow your mind! In the first image, you can barely see Wang Lee Hom from the camera’s position. Zoom in enough and you can see a silhouette even with the large screen back light behind it. Zoom further and just look at the results! Now this one was taken in a dark condition with backlit displays.
You say it’s not fair because we mentioned strobes and flashing lights? Well, let’s bring those on then!

There you go. It’s a Wang Lee Hom concert, of course you’d expect extreme flashy lighting. Now just look at how the Huawei P30 didn’t even seem like it struggled even in its super zoom.
Let’s have a look at one more sample.

Well, I rest my case. Now let’s put words where they belong.
These images are nothing short of impressive. You might say that the super close shot is a little fuzzy, but let me tell you this. These are static images in a concert where the movement is aggressive. Wang Lee Hom wasn’t static in a single position when these images were taken and let’s all agree, our current smartphones when zoomed at this depth will struggle heavily with the movement apart from all the factors that we have discussed above. That makes the Huawei P30 a serious game changer here. For the same amount of money, heck, even top up a little, get a DSLR with basic kit lens in non-modded setup and you probably still won’t be able to capture this much. Most of them definitely won’t be able to deliver.
If this is what the Huawei P30 delivers, then capturing moments in a concert will become an evergreen pursuit. Save that money from the expensive ticket. No more tiptoe-ing just to get that moment’s shot. But how much is the zoom capability that we’re looking at here exactly? What do you think? We’ll just have to see how it fares with HUAWEI’s previous flagship devices such as the HUAWEI P20 series and HUAWEI Mate 20 Pro that were identified as the top smartphones by DxOMark with 109 points.
Stay tuned for pioneering technology that fits the palm of your hands

The Huawei P30 launch is happening sooner than we expect. In fact, it will be launching in Paris on the 26th March 2019. Just keep your eyes peeled and ears sharpened to find out exactly how close the smartphone can zoom into. The theme itself will be “Rewrite the Rules” and the event will definitely reveal interesting features beyond just the camera.
And there’s more! HUAWEI has also announced that the HUAWEI Backup – a 1TB external hard drive device which you can use to automatically or manually backup data on your smartphone – may be one of the freebies that will be given out during the local HUAWEI P30 Series launch. With 1TB of data, you never have to worry about deleting old files in order to save new ones. See you on 26 March 2019!
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Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Leaks Suggests a Larger Cover Display Than OPPO Find N2 Flip

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is expected to see a major upgrade for its cover display as it’s said to be bigger than the OPPO Find N2 Flip.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 New Cover Display

Samsung is reportedly working on a new foldable smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5, which is expected to come with a larger cover display than its predecessor, the Z Flip4. Display Supply Chain Consultants’ CEO, Ross Young, recently claimed that the external screen on the Galaxy Z Flip5 will be bigger than 3 inches. This claim was later corroborated by reliable tipster, Ice universe, who said that the Galaxy Z Flip5’s external display would be larger than the OPPO Find N2 Flip’s 3.26-inch screen.

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While Young also claimed that the Galaxy Z Flip5 would have a new hinge design to reduce the visibility of the seam, it remains to be seen how effective this will be in reducing the feeling of the crease that is often present in foldable devices.

In the meantime, OPPO has recently launched its own foldable smartphone, the OPPO Find N2 Flip, which features a vertically folding design. The device is powered by the Dimensity 9000+ SoC, sports a 6.8-inch 120Hz FullHD+ folding display, and comes with a 4,300 mAh battery that supports 44W wired charging. The OPPO Find N2 Flip also features three cameras, including a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 32MP selfie camera. It also comes with a fingerprint reader embedded in the power button.
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Pokdepinion: If they make a the entire front as the cover display, I’m buying it this year. Granted it might not be my primary phone, but I will definitely see how viable it is as a daily driver. I’m more concerned about battery life than anything else.
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Leaked pricing points to the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Galaxy A30 being unbelievably affordable!

Samsung has never made a mark in the mid-range segment. In the competitive segment where manufacturers have to fight to release a device that’s not only good, but also affordable. It seems that Samsung is aiming to change that with the Samsung Galaxy A50 and Galaxy A30.

According to a post in a Facebook group showing two very important slides, the Samsung Galaxy A50 pricing is expected to be around RM1199, while the Galaxy A30 is slated to be priced at RM799 in Malaysia. If these leaks are true, Samsung will be making huge waves in the mid-range smartphone market. Of course, do take this leak with a pinch of salt.

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The Samsung Galaxy A50’s claim to fame will definitely be its in-display fingerprint scanner. While we aren’t sure whether it will be the same ultrasonic sensor found in the Samsung Galaxy S10 series, it’s already cool enough to have an in-display fingerprint scanner in a device this affordable.
The following are the specifications of the Samsung Galaxy A30 and Samsung Galaxy A50:
Samsung Galaxy A30 Specifications

Exynos 7904, octa-core up to 1.8 GHz, 14nm FinFET
Up to 4GB RAM
Up to 64GB storage (expandable via microSD up to 512GB)
6.4″ FHD+ Super AMOLED display, Infinity-U notch
16MP f/1.7 + 5MP f/2.2 depth sensor
16MP f/2.0 selfie camera
4000 mAh battery
RM799 (?)

Samsung Galaxy A50 Specifications

Exynos 9610, octa core up to 2.3 GHz, 10nm FinFET
Up to 6GB RAM
Up to 128GB storage (expandable via microSD up to 512GB)
6.4″ FHD+ Super AMOLED display, Infinity-U notch
25MP f/1.7 + 8MP f/2.2 wide-angle + 5MP f/2.2 depth sensor
25MP f/2.0 selfie camera
4000 mAh battery
RM1199 (?)

Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy A50 or Galaxy A30 if it does enter Malaysia with such affordable pricing? Let us know!
Pokdepinion: It looks like Samsung turned over a new leaf in terms of pricing their mid-range devices!
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Samsung Officially Launches Galaxy A54 & Galaxy A34 In Malaysia

The launch event was held on RollerWa @ LaLaport BBCC last Friday, featuring two of their newest midrange models.

The Galaxy A54 5G features a 50MP+12MP+5MP camera setup on the back, and a 32MP front-facing camera for selfies. The Galaxy A34 5G has a slightly less powerful camera setup with 48MP+8MP+5MP on the back and a 13MP selfie camera; both phones have OIS and VDIS features, to provide clear video recording with combined stabilization techniques.

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The phones come with a single 8GB+256GB storage configuration and microSD expansion with up to 1TB. Both also have the same 5,000mAh battery and support a 120Hz refresh rate; Samsung is offering up to 4 generations of OS updates and 5 years of security updates to both devices.

The preorder is currently ongoing – starting today until 6 April 2023, customers pre-ordering either models will be eligible for a free Galaxy Buds Live worth RM549, plus 2 years extended warranty. The pricing for Galaxy A54 is set to RM1,899; whereas the Galaxy A34 costs RM1,599.
Pokdepinion: Pretty generous preorder gifts from Samsung (not gonna lie, I wish headphone jack is still a thing).
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Win Exclusive ROG Merchandises Worth Over RM1,000 This ASUS ROG X NVIDIA Back To School Campaign

ASUS ROG Malaysia is currently hosting their Republic of Gamers (ROG) x NVIDIA Back To School promotion campaign, where you stand a chance in winning yourself exclusive ROG merchandises worth over RM1,000 when you purchase selected ROG gaming laptops and desktops.

What’s on offer? Well there’s several products available which includes an ROG NVIDIA Doof Bean Bag, ROG NVIDIA Hoodie, ROG Keychain and Sticker Pack, and finally an ROG Umbrella. The campaign is up and running and will end on the 13th of October 2019.

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Interested in winning these sweet merchandises? Well here’s how to get them:

Purchase ROG laptop or desktop with GeForce RTX graphics card and get an ROG NVIDIA Hoodie
Purchase ROG laptop or desktop with GeForce GTX 1660Ti or 1650 graphics card and get an ROG Umbrella

Aiming for that ROG NVIDIA Doof Bean Bag that’s worth RM699? Well ASUS ROG are giving out 12 units of them in a special lucky draw contest. As for the ROG Keychain and Sticker Pack, they are exclusively available for students.

To learn more on what ROG laptops that qualify for the promo as well as where to register, you can head to the link right here to do so.
Pokdepinion: I’d be content with that ROG NVIDIA Hoodie, it looks awesome!
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Metro: 2033 Redux and Everything Are Free for PC Gamers – Claim It Before It’s Too Late

Metro: 2033 Redux and Everything Are Free for PC Gamers

If you’re a PC gamer then today is yet another good day for you. We have a couple of free games for you to claim, and it’s yours forever if you act quick enough. It’s none other than Metro: 2033 Redux and David OReilly’s Everything. The games are given out for free courtesy of Epic Games on the Epic Games Store.
Metro: 2033 Redux Synopsis
The year is 2033. An entire generation has been born and raised underground, and their besieged Metro Station Cities struggle for survival, both with each other and the mutant horrors that await outside.
You are Artyom, born in the last days before the fire, but raised underground. Having never ventured beyond the city limits, one fateful event sparks a desperate mission to the heart of the Metro system, to warn the remnants of mankind of a terrible impending threat. Your journey takes you from the forgotten catacombs beneath the subway to the desolate wastelands above, where your actions will determine the fate of mankind.

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Everything Synopsis
Everything is an epic, award-winning reality simulation game – where everything you see is a thing you can be, from animals to planets to galaxies and beyond. Travel between outer and inner space, and explore a vast, interconnected universe of things without enforced goals, scores, or tasks to complete. Everything is a procedural, AI-driven simulation of the systems of nature, seen from the points of view of everything in the Universe.
Narrated by the inspiring philosophy of Alan Watts, and featuring a rich score from composer Ben Lukas Boysen, Everything will give you a new perspective on life.
Both Metro: 2033 Redux and David OReilly’s Everything will be available for free until 3rd October 2019. For an easier time, you can claim the game by clicking right here.
Pokdepinion: My Epic Games Store library is growing and I’ve yet to spend a single cent. Neato.
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Razer Southeast Asian Invitational 2020 Launched

After esports debut in the 30th SEA Games in 2019, it seems that Razer is launching the SEA Invitational 2020, a first of its kind tournament to prepare the region’s athletes and federations for esports’ inclusion in the 31st SEA Games in Vietnam next year.
Razer Southeast Asian Invitational 2020

The tournament will kick off on the 22nd of June 2020, where the grand finals taking place on the 3rd-5th July 2020.
There will be three games featured in the tournament, namely PUBG Mobile, Dota 2, as well as Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB).

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Supporters can cheer for their national teams as they face off against each other in the SEA Invitational. You can simply tune in to Team Razer’s social channels on YouTube, Facebook, and Twitch for live streams of the tournament.
For more details on the SEA Invitational 2020, you can head to the link right here.
Pokdepininion: I kinda wished that they’ve brought more titles to compete in.. but hey, it’s a start I guess.
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5G in Malaysia hits stumbling block with no telcos accepting DNB’s offers yet

According to a report by Reuters, none of the Malaysian telcos have accepted Digital Nasional Berhad‘s (DNB) agreement. This is a pretty huge speed bump in the rollout of 5G services in Malaysia, as while DNB is hard at work developing the 5G infrastructure, we need the telcos to agree to the wholesale agreement proposed by DNB for us consumers to actually get to use 5G.
Rollout of 5G in Malaysia to be delayed?
DNB’s 5G Multi-Operator Core Network (MOCN) model means that the DNB will be responsible for setting up the infrastructure, while telcos share the infrastructure. This system should allow telcos to rollout their 5G offerings at more affordable prices as they will not have to deploy their own 5G infrastructure. However telcos are apparently worried about the transparency of the initiative.
Telcos are also apparently concerned that DNB’s MOCN model may result in a nationalized monopoly which will hurt their business and limit their access to future technologies. There are also sources that estimated that the government’s plan to use DNB as the vehicle for 5G deployment in Malaysia may destroy up to RM45 billion in market value across Malaysian telcos.

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DNB has reportedly confirmed to Reuters that they have not come to an agreement with any of the local carriers, and admitted that the initial timeline for negotiations may have been “too optimistic.” DNB is now looking to have long-term agreements next year, as it continue rolling out its 5G network across Kuala Lumpur, Putrajaya and Cyberjaya with 500 sites by the end of December.

Speed test results for 5G – 1,000Mbps! Imagine watching YouTube 1080p smoothly. This is our near future. Are you ready for #5G, #KeluargaMalaysia ? pic.twitter.com/me7HqJhX8n
— Annuar Musa (@AnnuarMusa) November 10, 2021

While no telco has come to an agreement with DNB, major telcos in Malaysia including unifi, Celcom, Digi, Maxis and U Mobile have completed their 5G MOCN trials with DNB. While testing has shown speeds in excess of 1Gbps, DNB assures that users will see at least 100Mbps speeds on their 5G devices.
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Pokdepinion: I will be changing to my second 5G smartphone before 5G is available in Malaysia…
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Free 1GB Data To Continue Until April 2021 Under PERMAI

During the recent special address, Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin announced that as part of the new relief package, the free 1GB data offered to all Malaysians will be extended until April this year. The new relief package, officially titled Pakej Bantuan Perlindungan Ekonomi dan Rakyat Malaysia (PERMAI) includes 22 different packages aimed to help Malaysians during the COVID-19 pandemic and is worth RM15 billion.
PERMAI: Free 1GB data until April

The free 1GB data was first introduced during last year’s Pelan Jana Semula Ekonomi Negara (PENJANA) relief package back in June and was due to end this March. It has now been extended for another month.

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Furthermore, through PERMAI, the previously announced special data package for SPM and STPM students has now been extended to include university and college students as well. The Special Data Packages will offer 15GB of High-Speed Internet for RM20 and will be valid for only 30 days. Previously, only students born from 2001 to 2004 are eligible to apply.
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Pokdepinion: It’s good that the government is coming out with this sort of internet data packages for the masses under PERMAI. I know a few people who could really do with free data like this especially when you have to work from home during these trying times.
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Watch Out, Intel: AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D Beats Team Blue Flagship By Over 20% In Games

The 3D V-Cache continues to make 1080p gaming as AMD’s stomping ground against Intel’s best offerings.
Image: AMD
The hotly-anticipated third model of the Ryzen 7000X3D line – the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has its first-party benchmarks published by AMD, with highly competitive results against Intel’s flagship Core i9-13900K and wins against the Team Blue chip by as high as 24%, all for $150 less.
AMD has since launched two X3D models, the Ryzen 9 7950X3D and 7900X3D, with the former gaining critical acclaim thanks to its leadership gaming performance. The Ryzen 7 chip remains – set to launch in April – remains fairly secretive until now. The first-party benchmarks sees the Ryzen 7 7800X3D beating Core i9-13900K on 1080p outright, leading as much as 24% in Horizon Zero Dawn and gains 20% on average.

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Comparing the two generations (7800X3D vs 5800X3D) sees the newer chip gaining as much as 30% in gaming; and still retains a sizeable 24% generational improvement on average. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is set to launch on April 6th – so be on the lookout for this chip if you need something to run your games fast.
Source: Tom’s Hardware
Pokdepinion: Knowing how much 5800X3D is already a monster in medium-budget gaming – this CPU should rip.
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With the COVID-19 pandemic happening, many countries across the globe are stuck at home due to a lockdown. In Malaysia, we have the restricted movement order, but we still can’t exactly go out. If you’re not sure what to do at home then here are 5 fun games you can play with your friends during the pandemic.
Fun Games to Play: Tabletop Simulator

5 Fun Games to Play During the COVID-19 Pandemic / Lockdown
Arguably the best game you get on Steam to play with friends, Tabletop Simulator is a sandbox game where you can play over thousands of board games and also create them. It’s like buying one game that allows you to play even more games on its own.
Some of the best board games that can be fun to play with friends include Secret Hitler, Spyfall, Red Flags, and Cards Against Humanity. You also have the classics like Snake & Ladder, Uno, Cluedo, Monopoly, and Scrabble. The video at the top there is of me playing Secret Hitler with some friends.

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Practicing social distancing and staying at home doesn’t mean you can’t play board games with friends. Tabletop Simulator is the easiest solution to doing that during uncertain times like this. It is available on Steam for just RM38 / USD $19.99. You can get it for cheaper if you buy it in a pack of 4.
Fun Games to Play: Golf With Your Friends

5 Fun Games to Play During the COVID-19 Pandemic / Lockdown
Another fun game that pretty much anyone can enjoy is Golf With Your Friends. It’s a mini-golf game across various maps, including a new Worms-themed map made in collaboration with Team17. You might be thinking how much fun can golf / mini-golf be, and the answer is surprisingly a lot.
You can toggle special options that will allow you to do things you normally wouldn’t be able to. This includes jumping balls, changing the golf ball shape, and adjusting the gravity. It can be really chaotic, but it will definitely be fun and sometimes, oddly competitive. The video at the top there is also of me playing the game with some friends.
Golf With Your Friends is available on Steam for just RM19.50 / USD $7.99
Fun Games to Play: Ultimate Chicken Horse

5 Fun Games to Play During the COVID-19 Pandemic / Lockdown
If you want a game that can give you a fresh experience every single round, then Ultimate Chicken Horse is the one for you. At its core, it’s a platformer game where you can play with up to 4 players. What happens in the beginning of each round is what makes it special.
Every round, players will get to pick an item and place it almost anywhere on the map as an obstacle. With each passing round, there will be more items and more obstacles, making it even harder. The goal is to simply reach the flag and have the most points by the end of the game.
 Ultimate Chicken Horse is available on Steam for just RM31 / USD $14.99
Fun Games to Play: Jackbox Party Pack

5 Fun Games to Play During the COVID-19 Pandemic / Lockdown
Jackbox Party Pack games are the most unique entry here because it’s not a single game. You have the choice of multiple packs with each pack containing a set of party games that you can enjoy with friends. Only one person needs to run the game while the others join in the fut at Jackbox.tv.
You have trivia games like Trivia Murder Party, creative answer-type games like Quiplash, and traitor-type games like Who’s the Alien. Pick one pack with the games you want and have fun with your friends. Just keep in mind that while most games are okay to play with friends online, some are better to be played in person.
Jackbox Party Pack is available on Steam for just RM47 / USD $24.99. There are various party packs available, each with their own sets of games, but only one person needs to buy it in order to play with friends.
Fun Games to Play: Brawlhalla

5 Fun Games to Play During the COVID-19 Pandemic / Lockdown
Brawlhalla can be easily explained as a 2D version of Super Smash Bros with its own set of characters. It’s a multiplayer fighting game with the goal of knocking your opponents off the stage. If you play it for free, there are a limited number of playable characters which changes from time to time.
If you actually buy the game, you get the complete roster and some bonuses with it. You even have guest characters like Finn and Jake from Adventure Time, WWE Superstar The Rock, and even Ubisoft’s own Rayman. The game itself is pretty small so downloading it will be pretty quick.
Brawlhalla is available on Steam for FREE.
If you’re looking for a shooter-type game that you can play with friends, check out why we feel the co-op section of Borderlands 3 is great by clicking right here. Alternatively, you can check out the full review by clicking here instead.
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Cyberpunk 2077 Got Delayed Due To PS4 And Xbox One’s Reportedly Weak Performance

Cyberpunk 2077 had gamers all pumped up where it was set for a April 16 release this year. They were then left to wait as CD Projekt announced that they had to delay the game to a later date on September 17 of 2020. If you were wondering on what was the cause, well it’s reportedly due to the fact that current gen consoles are simply not powerful enough.
According to the report, the game is mainly delayed due to the issues that they had with PS4 and Xbox One where they explain that the game’s publisher had trouble running the game.
Though not much was gathered from the report, it is said that the game “currently running at an unsatisfactory level”, especially on the Xbox One.

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Seeing how big the scale of Cyberpunk 2077 is, it’s not really shocking that current gen consoles are having a hard time to cope with the requirements.
Cyberpunk 2077 is an RPG title that’s developed by the same people that brought The Witcher game series. With Witcher 3: The Wild Hunt’s world being huge, many were excited when CD Projekt Red announce their latest project (no pun intended). As for now, all we can do is simply wait for the release date, which is quite far from now.
Pokdepinion: That actually sounds bad.. It’d be interesting to see whether they can optimize the game for both consoles.. Hopefully that’s the case.
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PUBG Mobile Gets Banned In Nepal For Being Addictive And Raising Aggression

Previously, PUBG Mobile was made to be illegal in India. Now it turns out that Nepal will follow suit as they’ve issued a ban on the game.
It seems that the Nepal Telecommunications Authority (NTA) released the ban, thanks to the country’s federal investigation agency’s request.
Deputy director of NTA, Sandip Adhikari, said that PUBG is “addictive to children and teenagers” and he raises concerns that parents are worried that it will distract their young ones from studies as well as other duties.

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Additionally, NTA has ordered all Nepal’s internet service providers, mobile providers, and telcos to block any any form of streaming of PUBG.
Interestingly, the Metropolitan Crime Division (MCD) chief, Pratap Singh, had a few words to say on the matter:
Parents and schools had complained that the game was affecting their children’s studies and making them more aggressive. When we consulted with psychiatrists, they also said that the violence in the game can make people aggressive in real life Pratap Singh, MCD Chief and Superintendent of police
Pokdepinion: Oh wow. I wonder how the psychiatrists could’ve come up with the conclusion that violence in games can make people aggressive in real life too. I’d really like to see his/her reports.
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Xiaomi Mi Pro Action Camera, forget the Go Pro?

At the MWC 2015, Xiaomi has officially announced the new Xiaomi Mi Pro Action Camera using Sony 16MP Exmor R BSI CMOS sensor only at 72 gram. With 16GB pre-installed class 10 microSD card which you can replace, it also have WiFi connectivity and 1010mAh battery also powerup by Ambarella A7LS camera processor.

Moving on to the sensor specification, the Xiaomi Mi Pro Action Camera rely on a 16MP Sony Exmor R sensor with F/2.8 aperture and 155-degree wide lens. It is capable of capturing videos up to [email protected] fps, [email protected] fps and [email protected] fps which is good enough for the pricing given.

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The camera come with 2 version which is basic with just the camera itself and 16GB microSD pre-installed for CNY399 (RM240) or travel edition pack with selfie kit at CNY499 (RM290).

Talk about availbility, the camera currently only available at China market with two choices of color, white and jungle green. We hope it come to Malaysia market and got one on hand to be test.
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LG V30 Starts Shipping in South Korea – Other global markets soon

LG: Makin’ Life Good

LG has just started shipping their long awaited LG V30 smartphones this week to eager customers in their home country of South Korea. Following this LG will officially begin shipping to other customers in North America, Europe and other key markets globally in the days and weeks to come.

First announced during this year’s IFA 2017 in Berlin, going on to win over 26 awards at the annual trade show, making it the most awards LG has ever won at an IFA event. The LG V30 is also LG’s first flagship device to include a 18:9 OLED display with the previous model, sporting an IPS LCD display.

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The V30 was designed to help consumers best capture the experiences that make up our life stories.
Its functions and features delight our senses of sight, sound and touch and when it comes to looks, it may just be the most beautiful smartphone we’ve ever developed.
Said Juno Cho, president of LG Electronics Mobile Communications Company.
As mentioned before, the LG V30 features a 6 inch P-OLED FullVision display, an 18:9 aspect ratio with little to no bezels present. Weighing in at a meager 158g, the LG V30 is the lightest smartphone in the 6 inch and over bracket. LG is known for its powerful smartphone camera technology and performance, and the LG V30 continues this legacy. The LG V30 comes packed with a 16MP, f1/6 aperture shooter and a 13MP, f1/9 aperture camera 120° wide angle camera in a dual camera setup.
LG also added Crystal Clear Lens which is a glass lens, which is usually found on higher end cameras as opposed to lenses made of plastic found on most other phones. With the addition of the Crystal Clear Lens, the LG V30 should deliver more accurate colours and crisper images than traditional plastic lenses.

With the LG V30, LG made the decision to improve on the video taking capabilities by equipping the V30 with a Cine Video mode, which LG claims can make anyone shoot videos like a pro. In addition to this special video mode LG added a feature called Cine Effects which allows you to add preset filters to your videos that lets you shoot like your favourite movie director.
In terms of hardware, the LG V30 is packing an octa core Snapdragon 835 processor, 4GB of RAM with 64GB internal storage that is expandable via microSD. Th device is powered by a 3,300 mAh battery and features Quick Charge 3.0 and wireless charging.
We’ll keep you updated with the pricing as soon as LG announces them.
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