HONOR Reportedly In Talks With Qualcomm To Bring Snapdragon Chips

As you might know already, HONOR has separated from HUAWEI. With them no longer needing to adhere to the US trade ban, some expected the company to go to Qualcomm to bring Snapdragon chipsets to their smartphones. According to reports, it appears that could be the case.
HONOR reportedly to collaborate with Qualcomm

It was reported that HONOR and Qualcomm are working together, where the source is cited by “HONOR insiders”. Thanks to HONOR not being on the Entity List (of the US trade ban), it means that Qualcomm doesn’t have to seek regulatory approval to work with them.

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HONOR was sold by HUAWEI in order to cope with the “tremendous pressure” due to the ban from the US. The former had been utilizing HUAWEI’s in-house Kirin chipsets for their flagship lineup.
If the news is indeed true, we could possibly see one of their devices to be fitted with the new and powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset, which is this year’s flagship SoC.
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Pokdepinion: HONOR smartphones with Snapdragon chips? You have my attention.

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ASUS CES 2023 Preview Hands On: Latest Hardware, Updated Designs & 3D Displays

ASUS gave us a sneak peek on what’s to come this year – includes the redesigned ROG STRIX line, new System-on-Module and ProArt Studiobook that utilizes 3D displays.

This week, ASUS invited us to take a look at their newly-updated models and various innovations that go along with it. Starting with ROG STRIX lineup – the most obvious difference is the use of 16:10 panels extending to 18 inches and a new tri-fan cooling system to manage the heat, with its heatsink fins extending to the entire length of the rear necessitating a relocation of rear I/O ports back to the side. (You can read on the detailed updates, specs and pricing here.)

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Zenbook Pro 16X OLED. Image: ASUS
Among the laptops presented here includes some fairly standard models that gets a minor refresh featuring updated CPU and GPUs, but there’s a few standouts too. The new Zenbook Pro 16X OLED uses the keyboard lift system similar to the company’s AAS+ seen in Zephyrus models (S17 in particular).
The transplant seems to have carried some of that gamer-centric features as well, and by that, we mean the RGB: ASUS confirms that you can indeed customize keyboard RGB here, though you won’t be doing it through Armoury Crate app in this case (the MyASUS app will take that role instead).
Supernova SoM chip. Image: ASUS
Another trick up its sleeve is the new Supernova System-on-Module (SoM) based chip – jointly developed with Intel, this combines both the laptop CPU and LPDDR5X RAM into a single chip. This takes similar approach to Apple’s M-series SoCs, but due to the limitation of x86 designs, this is as close as it can get, for now.
Still, this design has enabled ASUS to crank the RAM speed up to 7500MT/s without losing signal quality, significantly higher than even the highest end desktop PCs can offer. This in turn has netted performance gains in various memory-dependent workloads, cutting down 3D render times by nearly 9x over previous generation Zenbook.
ProArt Studiobook 16 3D OLED. Image: ASUS
Another star of the show is the ProArt Studiobook 16 3D OLED, and as the name implies, this is a 3D panel that you can view using the naked eye. Unlike the 3D TVs of the last decade, this uses mostly the same method to generate 3D vision; the exception here is the addition of eye-tracking which enables 3D effect to be constructed without the need of a dedicated pair of 3D goggles.
Other laptops that gets minor hardware refreshes however will get an important upgrade to their chassis: a new antimicrobial layer has been applied to the new models which the company says is capable of killing viruses, comparing to the previous generation coating that only penetrates into bacteria cells. ASUS says they are rolling out this feature to models in the coming time to cover all laptops under its brand.
These laptops will arrive in the coming months, while ASUS hasn’t given us specific timeframe on Zenbook models just yet, the ROG laptops is currently now available for preorder until 21 Feb 2023. Click here to preorder!
Pokdepinion: The SoM module does reminds me of a GPU VRAM layout – perhaps ASUS may head into this direction moving forward.
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Award-Winning Malaysian Game Cramped Room of Death Has A Playable Demo on Steam

The Malaysian game industry is certainly a thriving one, with a number of notable indie games as well as studios having a hand in major AAA games. Today, we’re putting the spotlight on Cramped Room of Death, developed by local game studio Wombatman Games.
Cramped Room of Death Has A Playable Demo on Steam

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Cramped Room of Death is a grid-based puzzle game with a dungeon crawler setting. Players will use a spear-wielding protagonist to navigate through tight dungeons and stab the enemy in order to win. The final game will have a wide variety of levels for you to enjoy.

Previously, Cramped Room of Death was given the notable distinction as one of the winners of the 2020 Digital Content Creators Challenge by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). The demo for the game is now available as part of the Steam Game Festival: Autumn Edition, so you can get a taste of the game if you want to.
For now, Cramped Room of Death will be making its official launch sometime in February 2021 on PC via Steam.
If you’re interested to give the game a try, click right here for the demo.
Pokdepinion: When I first saw this, I was mesmerized. It gave me an odd, nostalgic feeling of other, older games. I’m gonna see what all the hubbub is about with the demo later.
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JOI Book Touch 300 Review — write, scribble, draw, sketch, type

Introduction

JOI is a local brand that offers some pretty affordable mobile PCs here in Malaysia. Their highest end device right now is the JOI Book Touch 300, a 2-in-1 convertible that comes with Microsoft Pen Protocol support and a 360° hinge. It’s also quite affordable at just RM1599. Let’s check it out.
Unboxing

The JOI Book Touch 300’s packaging is as basic as they come. It’s a simple cardboard box, with highlights of the convertible modes and product image featured prominently on the top side.

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Over on the other side we see the highlighted features being explained in more detail. So from here we learn that it supports a stylus. Pretty cool. The last JOI device we tested, the JOI 11 Pro, also had pretty amazing support for stylus input.

The JOI Book Touch 300 only comes with the essentials in the box. The laptop doesn’t even get much protection, with only foam blocks suspending it.

The charger here is definitely the most curious looking thing I have seen for some time. It’s really light and compact, a boon for travel, but I think the design could be further optimized. The JOI Active Pen Pro 300 is sold separately, but we received it to be able to test the feature set better. Do keep an eye out though as they do promotions periodically and bundle the stylus with the JOI Book Touch 300.
Appearance

The aluminium lid is clean, sandblasted for a smooth matte finish. The JOI logo sits centered on the vast expanse of metal. Pretty similar to the design of most recent other ultraportables.

The silver finish continues on to the palm rest area. While it looks just like the aluminium lid, JOI used plastic here. JOI does shake things up a little with the black keyboard and trackpad in stark contrast to the silver paintjob everywhere else on this machine. I have seen my fair share of black keyboards, but this is the first time I have seen a black trackpad.

The underside of the laptop is aluminium, and it sports four rubber feet. In black, no less. I think the designers at JOI really like the contrast. There’s even a door to upgrade your storage, as the JOI Book Touch 300 supports M.2 SATA SSDs up to 512GB. On the front edge lies two speaker grilles. There are no vents, because this is a passively cooled laptop.
JOI Book Touch 300 Specs

CPU
Intel Celeron N4100, 2C/2T @ up to 2.6 GHz, 14nm

RAM
4GB DDR4 2400MHz (single-channel)

GPU
Intel UHD Graphics 600 @ up to 650 MHz

Storage
256GB ADATA SU800 M.2 SATA SSD

Software
Microsoft Windows 10 Home

Connectivity
Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3165 (1 x 1, 433 Mbps)
1 x USB Type-C
1 x USB 3.0
1x USB 2.0
1 x microSD slot

Display
13.3″ FHD (1920 x 1080) display, touchscreen support
1 x mini HDMI

Audio
Stereo speakers
1 x 3.5mm combo jack

Power
38 WHr Li-po battery
24W power adapter

Dimensions
319.2 x 210 x 15.6 mm

Weight
1.54 kg

Performance

The storage here is as fast as you would expect of a SATA drive. It’s pretty good, so it won’t be the bottleneck to your experience.

What would really bottleneck the experience is the CPU performance. The multi-core performance of the Intel Celeron N4000 is less than what you would expect out of a modern processor’s single core. It really is quite abysmal. Multi-tasking is definitely not the JOI Book Touch 300’s stronghold, and even working on this article was a somewhat sluggish experience. The text appeared on screen with a short but noticeable delay after I have typed them out on the keyboard. I won’t even go on to test the GPU performance, as this just isn’t a high performance laptop.
Efficiency is also somewhat on the low side, with the JOI Book Touch 300 only delivering a bit more than an hour of battery life before it hit 20% and automatically triggered the battery saver mode. I presume we should be able to squeeze out another 30 minutes or so out of the JOI Book Touch 300 before it gives up the ghost, but these aren’t stellar numbers, regardless.
User Experience

The main selling point of the JOI Book Touch 300 is its convertible form factor and stylus support. More on the latter, later. The 360° flip is pretty cool, giving you more ways of using the touch display. The hinge is rather stiff, but I don’t really mind it. Overly smooth hinges will cause problems with it not being able to hold an angle very well, and that only gets worse with age. The screen leans towards the cool side of things, but other than that, it is a pretty serviceable display panel. There’s a pre-installed plastic screen protector too to protect it from scratches from your use of the stylus.

Now, the JOI Active Pen Pro 300 stylus. It supports 1024 pressure levels, which is pretty much the industry standard. There is no stowage on the JOI Book Touch 300 itself, so you would have to deal with the crushing fear that you will lose your pen someday by misplacing it. If you don’t, the stylus is pretty good for drawing on the JOI Book Touch 300. You can see the art done by the only guy in the office who can draw. Palm rejection could be better, and the screen protector doesn’t jive with the pen tip that well. With that said, the JOI Book Touch 300 is also Microsoft Pen Protocol-certified, which could mean that more pen-centric features will come to the device via future software updates from Microsoft.

If you opt for more conventional input methods, the keyboard is decent. It’s quite tactile with a good springy return but travel is definitely a premium in a ultraportable like the JOI Book Touch 300. I won’t hold it against JOI as we have experienced worse keyboards in much more substantial laptops. The trackpad is equally serviceable, with a textured surface just nice for sufficient feedback.
          The power adapter plugs into the left…            While the 3.5mm jack plugs into the right.
If you still decide that you need to connect extra peripherals to work, you can. You get two USB Type-A ports for your legacy peripherals, and a USB-C port if you want to connect your newer hardware. There’s also a mini HDMI port and a 3.5mm jack if you want to improve your audiovisual experience. Last but not least, a microSD card slot for file transfers, or as a quick and cheap way to expand the JOI Book Touch 300’s storage.
Speaking of the audiovisual experience, the speakers on the JOI Book Touch 300 are ridiculously loud. They don’t sound all that great, but if you want to listen to podcasts or talk shows, it will do the job just fine. There’s no bass to speak of, so music and movies will come up short if you use the built in speakers.
In case you were wondering about the cooling, the JOI Book Touch 300 does not come with any fans. It’s entirely fanless and the device barely heats up. The heat, or should I say warmth, because it is really that mind, is mainly focused around the WASD cluster. The heat is really insignificant though. The Celeron N4000 here is a 6W TDP chip, so there isn’t much need for any cooling. Some smartphone chipsets like the Kirin 960 actually consumes more power than this, so you will be fine without any fans. Something for silence freaks to consider?
Conclusion
Priced at RM1599, the JOI Book Touch 300 is very affordable. However it is held back by a processor that’s weaker than a chipset in a flagship smartphone in 2018. The user experience isn’t all that great, but one which is, serviceable. I used this word quite a bit in the review because it gives me everything I need to write my articles on, but not much else. Manage your expectations, and you will find that the JOI Book Touch 300 does offer some good value, especially if you get it during the promotional periods when JOI bundles additional storage and the JOI Active Pen Pro 300 for free.
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It seems that there are a lot of leaks on miHoYo’s popular MMORPG as of late. In the latest one, it reveals the arrival of Inazuma Ninja and Samurai enemies, and there are some interesting details surrounding them.
Genshin Impact 1.6 Leak Reveals Inazuma Ninja and Samurai Enemies

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As many of you may know by now, we expect to see the Inazuma region in Genshin Impact 1.6, and it has a Japanese theme going for it. To further nail that down, we now know that there will be Ninja and Samurai enemies in that region.
According to information gleaned by data miners Falzar and Dimbreath, a number of new enemies have been discovered and they are all tied to Inazuma. The names clearly have Japanese origins to it, and the names are:

Ronin: Anbu
Ronin: Sanzoku
Bakufu Bushi

For those of you who aren’t aware, Ronin is the term used for a samurai without a lord in feudal Japan. Anbu on the other hand is a name you’re probably familiar with if you’ve watched Naruto before. It means “dark side” and it refers to a “Special Assasination and Tactical Squad” in Naruto.
Sanzoku is a lesser known term and it refers to bandits / brigands, which could indicate that they are Inazuma’s version of Treasure Hoarders. Lastly, Bakufu Bushi can be translated directly to “government’s samurai” as Bakufu refers to the military shogunate / government led by a shogun in feudal Japan. In the case of Genshin Impact, the Bakufu of Inazuma is led by Electron Archon Baal, otherwise known as the Raiden Shogun.
It’s worth noting that the enemies that the data miners found make use of placeholder Millelith data with files not being update since version 1.4, so it’s possible that these are enemy concept that wouldn’t see the light of the day. After all, data mined content will always be subjected to change. For now, we will just have to wait and see when the Inazuma region is finally launched in the game.
Genshin Impact is currently available for free on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch version will be coming sometime soon.
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Pokdepinion: As I am a fan of otaku culture, hearing this does make me feel a bit more excited for the update. However, I’m not going to put my hopes up too high either since it could always end up being removed or saved for a later time.
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NVIDIA Confirmed RTX 4070 Ti Specs By Accident, Identical to ‘Unlaunched’ 4080 12GB

…to the surprise of no one, RTX 4070 Ti is in fact a rebrand of the recently unlaunched RTX 4080 12GB, with identical specs.
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4070 Ti specs. Source: NVIDIA France / momomo_us (Twitter)
While we’re possibly few short days away from NVIDIA officially revealing the RTX 4070 Ti – the marketing team over at NVIDIA France has mistakenly shared the official specs of this GPU (which has now since been taken down). Hardware leaker @momomo_us spotted the content and has captured before it was taken off the page.

GeForce RTX 4070 TiComing Month XXhttps://t.co/Z6Hv1Vv7ol pic.twitter.com/7sudSwgsFZ
— 188号 (@momomo_us) December 30, 2022

As far as specifications go, it’s the exact same as the 4080 12GB revealed months ago during initial reveal – 7680 CUDAs, 2.61GHz boost clock and 12GB GDDR6X memory. Also leaked are the ‘relative’ performance charts, which claimed up to 3.5x performance on Cyberpunk 2077. However, this can be easily attributed to DLSS3 performance and do not necessarily represent raw rasterization performance.

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The GeForce RTX 4070 Ti is apparently set to launch on January 5th with the launch price of $799 – however there will not be Founders Edition available, so the MSRP may not reflect actual market pricing.
Source: Videocardz
Pokdepinion: Unsurprising – still, the pricing is not for everyone…
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Xbox Project Scorpio to be unveiled on 11th June

Fancy true 4K gaming? Well then, you will be excited for the Xbox Project Scorpio, which will be unveiled on June 11th 2017, at E3 2017. Details are still pretty scarce, but the numbers have been out for a long time. 6 Tflops of performance, 320GB/s memory bandwidth and 8 CPU cores.

Brace for big news.#XboxE3 briefing will air Sunday, June 11 at 2 PM PT. pic.twitter.com/EWilMOb47s
— Xbox (@Xbox) February 15, 2017

So, let’s look at the numbers. The Radeon RX 480 GPU feature a claimed performance of up to 5.8 Tflops on AMD’s website. Now I believe this should be at stock clocks, and pushing clocks up might give us that 6 Tflops of performance. Or, if Microsoft if being playful with their wording, the GPU could be weaker than the RX 480, with the 8 CPU cores adding up to the final score of 6 Tflops.

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Now on to the 320GB/s memory bandwidth. The RX 480 at stock offers 256GB/s with 8GB of GDDR5 memory, but it would be quite a far stretch to hit 320GB/s. But, what if the Xbox Project Scorpio uses a separate pool of memory to provide the additional bandwidth in the total? We know the Xbox One uses ESRAM cache to back up the 8GB of DDR3 system memory, so maybe we will see faster DDR4 in place of DDR3 to give us the 320GB/s bandwidth? Or, we could see a Polaris 10 GPU mated to GDDR5X instead, which would yield the 320GB/s of bandwidth, just like the GeForce GTX 1080 with 8GB of GDDR5X. I am not sure if the Polaris 10 GPU can support GDDR5X though.
I believe the second possibility is more likely, as DDR4 system memory should not give enough bandwidth to run true 4K — whatever that means — but even the Polaris 10 GPU in the Radeon RX 480 isn’t all that sufficient for real 4K gaming. So we could also be looking at Vega GPUs in the Xbox Project Scorpio. But then, the reported Tflops would be a little too low for the Vega GPUs, as is the memory bandwidth as Vega will be using HBM2 memory.
Well, we’ll know for sure when it launches, right? ;)
Pokdepinion: I doubt a console can offer true 4K gaming when even upper mid-range desktops fail to deliver an enjoyable experience at 4K. But maybe due to the better optimization, it might be a reality?
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Cyberpunk 2077 is one of the most highly anticipated games of 2020. It was initially slated for release earlier this year but after several delays, the release date is currently set for 10th December 2020. However, what if we told you that there is still a chance that the game could be delayed yet again?
Rumours Suggest Cyberpunk 2077 Could Be Delayed Yet Again

Uhhhhhhhhhhhh…
So, what if #Cyberpunk2077 gets delayed….. Again.
Like what if it doesn’t launch this year.
Like uh until 2021.
…
Just asking….. #cyberpunk
— Tiffany Treadmore Inc. (@HotGirlVideos69) November 9, 2020

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Rumours of another potential Cyberpunk 2077 delay stemmed from a tweet by Tiffany Treadmore, a gaming insider who predicted the cancellation of E3 2020 and the existence of Half-Life Alyx before their official announcements came about.
So, what if #Cyberpunk2077 gets delayed…Again. Like what if it doesn’t launch this year. Like uh until 2021. Just asking… #cyberpunk
Tiffany Treadmore
Tiffany claims that she has heard of “unhappy things” with regards to Cyberpunk 2077. This doesn’t necessarily mean that there will indeed be another delay for the game. However, due to her track record on previous predictions, there may be more to the matter than meets the eye.
Previously, CD Projekt Red’s stock value decreased by 25% since August 2020. While this cannot be directly attributed to the delay for Cyberpunk 2077, the uncertainty surrounding the game’s development definitely played a role. If there is indeed yet another delay, it might have major detrimental effects for the company.
CD Projekt Red has since denied the rumour and insisted that the game will indeed be launching exactly as they have announced recently. For now, we can only wait and see.
Cyberpunk 2077 will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Google Stadia on 10th December 2020, with next gen versions on the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X also being worked on.
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Pokdepinion: If it delays again, I am honestly going to give up on the game. I have nothing against game delays, it’s just that this would be way too many delays if true. I understand that developers are people too but if you needed a longer time frame, just say so earlier.
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You Can Buy HONOR 50 Series And Grab Rewards Worth Up To RM10,000,000

HONOR Malaysia has recently announced of their HONOR End of Year Festive Sale where they will be offering free gifts and prizes totaling up to RM10,000,000 up for grabs.
HONOR End of Year Festive Sale

From now till the 2nd of January 2022, you stand a chance in winning a grand prize of a Honda City or 1 of 500 units of DJI OM 4 SE when you purchase either the HONOR 50, HONOR 50 Lite, or the HONOR MagicBook Series.

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You can also join in on the fun physically by visiting the roadshow at Sunway Carnival Mall Seberang Jaya from now till the 6th of December 2021 as well.
For the eligible products with lucky draw tickets and offers, you may check the table below:

Product
Sales Launch Gifts
End of Year Festive Sale

HONOR 50
HONOR Choice Earbuds X
HONOR 50 Hand Strap Case

HONOR 50 Lite
HONOR Backpack
Bluetooth Speaker Gift Box

HONOR MagicBook 15 (Intel i5 16GB+512GB)
HONOR MagicBook X 15 (Intel i5 8GB+512GB)
HONOR MagicBook Pro
HONOR MagicBook 14 (AMD 8GB+512GB)
HONOR Backpack, Logitech Mouse, Office 365 Personal
AM61 Bluetooth Earphone

HONOR MagicBook X  15 (Intel i3 8GB+256GB)
HONOR MagicBook 14 (AMD 8GB+256GB)
HONOR MagicBook 15 (AMD 8GB+256GB)
HONOR Backpack, Office 365 Personal
AM61 Bluetooth Earphone

These products will give an entry for the lucky, where you will need to activate them (the devices) before the 9th of January 2022. To submit your entry, you may do so here.
For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: If you aren’t sure what do they have to offer, be sure to check out our reviews on them! Who wouldn’t want to win a brand new car, am I right?
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Trump threatens to shut down Twitter and other social media companies

The President of the United States of America, Donald Trump has previously been flagged as “potentially misleading” after he tweeted about how mail-in ballots were fraudulent. Twitter added fact-checking links that leads to CNN and The Washington Post, which triggered the US’ Commander in Chief, and he is now threatening to shutter social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter.

….Twitter is completely stifling FREE SPEECH, and I, as President, will not allow it to happen!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 26, 2020

Donald Trump claims that Twitter is stifling free speech, and ironically will decide to regulate the social media platform. As you might know, Trump is a pretty avid user of the platform, and thus he will most probably not shut down Twitter just because he was slighted. Regardless, he seems to have deemed Twitter’s addition of the fact checking links to be interference in the 2020 Presidential Election, and might take action against it.

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An hour ago he also tweeted the following:

This will be a Big Day for Social Media and FAIRNESS!
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 28, 2020

I am not exactly sure about his definition of fairness but I do believe that he plans on acting against the social media platforms. He did mention that the Trump administration are working to remedy the illegal situation where the Radical Left are allegedly in total command and control of social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Google.

The Radical Left is in total command & control of Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Google. The Administration is working to remedy this illegal situation. Stay tuned, and send names & events. Thank you Michelle! https://t.co/ZQfcfD3Hk9
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 16, 2020

He is expected to set up a special commission to investigate claims of social media being politically biased against him. We will be updating this article if we find out more information about Trump’s actions.
Pokdepinion: Well it would honestly be quite ironic to see the guy who was championing MAGA in the first place fire shots against American companies…
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As many of you may know by now, the upcoming PS5 console will have a custom SSD with 825GB of storage. Like any primary internal storage device, you won’t have access to the full capacity as some of it will be taken up by the system files. If recent leaks are accurate, we now know how much storage space you have access to.
New Leak Suggests PS5 System Files Take Up A Big Chunk of Storage
Picture credits: ResetEra
According to a leak on ResetEra, the PS5 was shown to have 664GB of storage space available for gamers to use. The PlayStation 5 UI was shown in the Russian language, which may be a bit confusing if you’re not familiar with the language. What’s particularly odd about the leaked screenshot is the presence of a mouse cursor, which makes it seem like it could be fake.

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If we assume it to be true, the PS5 system files would have taken up a notable chunk of storage space, at 161GB. It may not be too bad but it’s still a rather large chunk of storage space, which also means less games can be installed in the system. It may not be too painful if you’re getting the Standard Edition but for those looking to get the Digital Edition, it can be at least a bit worrying.
With that being said however, do take this information with a grain of salt for now. The PlayStation 5 will be launching on 12th November 2020 in selected countries, and 19th November 2020 for the rest of the world.
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Pokdepinion: While it’s not too bad, I kinda expected to have access to a little more storage space. Oh well, 664GB is still plenty.
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Garmin Releases New Color Variants For fēnix 5S – For The Ladies Out There

Garmin has released new color variants for their fēnix 5S, which is a premium multisport GPS smartwatch, specially designed for fashionably active women.
fēnix 5S New Color Variants
Now users can choose from a range three new colors to opt for; Rose Goldtone, Frost Blue, and Pink Meringue. The smartwatch is not only easy on the eyes, but also give you multisport features. That includes 24/7 heart monitoring, extended battery life, daily activity tracking, the exclusive Garmin Elevate wrist heart rate technology and a host of connected features.
The new color variants, Frost Blue and Pink Meringue, are exclusive to South East Asia. The smartwatch in itself comes with swappable QuickFit bands, which you can choose from colored silicone, stainless steel, and leather bands, allowing you to tinker and give you the option to customize to fit the look or mood you feel like having. The Rose Goldtone edition comes with a rose gold stainless steel bezel, buttons, rear casing, and buckle, which is paired with timeless white silicone Quickfit strap.

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The fēnix 5S comes preloaded with multisport features including running, hiking, swimming, golfing, and biking. In addition, it has the aforementioned daily activity tracking, so users can use it on their daily lives and also in their active side of life as well. The new color editions also offers a scratch-resistant Sapphire crystal lens for indoors and outdoors activities.
In the battery department, it can last up to 9 days in smartwatch mode (depending on settings), up to 12 hours in GPS mode, and lastly up to 28 hours UltraTrac mode with the heart rate monitor turned on.
Besides that, it comes with connectivity features. You can pair it with a smartphone, you can get calls, texts, and app notification, all that at your wrist.
The new color variants are available in stores now, coming at a retail price of RM3,149 for the Frost Blue and Pink Meringue, and RM3.499 for the Rose Goldtone.
Pokdepinion: Got an active female partner? Get this for her. It would be a perfect present.

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CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – Simple and Valuable

Unboxing the CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – Box

Kicking off our CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL review with the unboxing, the box is a plain brown cardboard-looking one with the CHERRY logo on it. It is worth noting that it is eco-friendly, so that’s always a great step. Inside the box, you can find the following items:
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – Box content

Thank you card from CHERRY Malaysia
Rubber feet
User guide
The CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL itself

Specifications

Body material
ABS plastic with steel plate

Keycap
Laser-etched ABS keycaps

Connectivity
USB (1.8m cable)

Switch type
Cherry MX Red
Cherry MX Brown
Cherry MX Blue

KRO
NKRO

Anti-ghosting
Yes

Microprocessor
N/A

Dimensions
470 x 165 x 25 mm

Weight
730g

Performance
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – Speed test
Right out of the box, I got my full typing speed on the CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL. It’s easy to adapt to since it’s just your standard TKL format with nothing odd in terms of key placements. If you’re used to other desktop keyboards, you should have no trouble adapting to this but coming from smaller ones like 60% or 65% might take a bit of time to get used to.
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – NKRO test
Putting the NKRO claim to the test, I managed to get about 45 keys registered at once, which is certainly more than enough for most people. I mean, I foresee people need 10 at most given that’s the amount of fingers most people have but in case you need more for whatever reason, this should be plenty.

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The Good
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – The keyboard
The CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL is some of the most comfortable mechanical keyboards I’ve used thus far. Travel distance is adequate and it’s easy to type without bottoming out. This is especially useful if you go for the Red switches and wanting a fast yet less tiring experience, whether it’s for typing or gaming.
Speaking of which, the mostly-plastic build of this keyboard is surprisingly sturdy. I expected it to be on the more fragile side but it’s relatively well built. There are no flexing, bends, or odd movements while typing on it as the keyboard is still securely positioned on the table even when I’m purposely pressing down hard.
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – Feet
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – Detachable rubber feet
Another plus point is the feet, which only has two settings; flat and standing. However, if either of them doesn’t fit your taste, you can attach the included rubber feet on it for a height that is somewhere in between the aforementioned two. Personally, this is the perfect height for me but your mileage may vary but either way, I feel like it’s a smart way of going about this.

CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – Software
While there is a utility software for this keyboard, I personally love the fact that it’s plug and play. You can freely make use of the keyboard and the shortcuts with the Fn key, so if you’re particular about having too many things installed in your PC, this will certainly please you.
The Bad
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – CHERRY MX Red
As good as the CHERRY MX Board 1.0 TKL may sound, it has its drawbacks. For starters, the all-plastic build, while still sturdy, is rather noisy. It’s louder than most other keyboards that I’ve used with the same Red switches. One can only imagine what sort of hell it would be with the clicky Blue switches.
Next up, it doesn’t have dedicated media control keys. Sure, you can make do with the Fn key combinations but you can’t deny the sheer convenience that dedicated media controls bring to the table. I feel like they could make the keyboard a little wider to accommodate it and still keep it compact, but I wouldn’t go as far as calling it a dealbreaker.
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – Dim RGB
For our review unit, we received the one with RGB backlighting which is a nice touch but it’s a little too dim for my liking. It’s not so dark at full brightness that you can’t see them but competitors clearly have it at least a couple of notches brighter and with fancier animations. Perhaps a different set of keycaps could give that much needed shine. If you just want some form of backlighting, it’s fine but otherwise, I would recommend saving money and go for the non-backlighting variant.
Lastly, the keyboard itself is very simple in nature, and while this could mean that it’s straightforward to use, it also means that it’s lacking in features that its competitors have. Media controls aside, other mechanical keyboards could come with fancy LED lights, extra macro keys, and more. Whether this holds weight or not would depend on your needs in a keyboard.
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Verdict
CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL Review – RGB lighting in the dark
If you’re looking for a simple mechanical keyboard that works, the CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL can do exactly that and save some desk space while you’re at it. Other keyboards may have fancier features but with reliability and a relatively affordable retail price of RM369, it’s worth considering. You can always go for the non-backlighting variants at RM269 and RM289 for black and white respectively.
At the end of our CHERRY MX BOARD 1.0 TKL review, I award this mechanical keyboard with our Silver Pokdeward.

Big thanks to Fusion Tech and CHERRY Malaysia for sending us this mechanical keyboard for the purpose of this review.
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ViewSonic VX3211-4K-MHD Monitor Review  — A Budget Professional Monitor!

In this review, we’re taking a look at ViewSonic’s VX3211-4K-mhd entertainment monitor. As you can probably guess by its name, it offers a 4K display. Aimed for those who wish to take their videos to the next level, let’s see what the monitor is actually all about, shall we?
Unboxing

With the ViewSonic VX3211-4K MHD, you’ll be treated with a fairly large box, seeing that it is a 32-inch monitor after all.

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First and foremost is the display itself, which is packed and guarded by Styrofoam in the box. Surprisingly the monitor isn’t that heavy despite its size.

There’s the power cable provided as well to power up the monitor. It’s worth noting that we’re not the first to receive the package of this ViewSonic VX3211-4K MHD unit so you’ll find it a bit different to what’s offered at stores. Rest assured, you’ll be getting a HDMI cable and also a manual for you to get started.
Appearance

In terms of look, the ViewSonic VX3211-4K MHD looks like your standard monitor. If you’re looking for an extravagant one with RGBs, well you’re not getting that here. One thing that I like about it is that the stand is completely flat and can be easily placed in any surface.  The bezels are not too big, not too small.

Switching over to the back, you’ll notice that the monitor supports VESA, so there’s that flexibility for placement. The stand is connected to the display down the middle and you’ll find the menu buttons on the bottom left side to adjust the display. Though it’s not visible, there’s 2.5W dual speakers fitted inside of the monitor, with both placed near the middle of the back. If you’re wondering what the hole on the right is, well coming in as a surprise, it is actually a screw hold for a headphone stand. Unfortunately, we didn’t receive the screw itself to show how it’d look like. Let’s just move forward, right?

Taking a closer look to the right compartment (from the back), there 2 HDMI ports that’s accompanied with a DisplayPort and also a 3.5mm port.

Over the left side is where you’ll find where the power the monitor itself.
Specification

Panel Size
32-inch (31.5-inch)

Color Saturation
97% (DCI-P3), 99% (Adobe RGB)

Panel Backlight / Type
VA

True Resolution
3840×2160

Display Viewing Area(HxV)
698.4mm x 392.85mm

Display Surface
Non-glare

Pixel Pitch
0.155 mm

Brightness
300 cd/㎡ (Typical)

Contrast Ratio
3000 :1 (Typical)

Viewing Angle (CR≧10)
178°(H)/178°(V)

Response Time
4ms (Gray to Gray)

Display Colors
1.07b (8 bit+Hi-FRC)

HDR (High Dynamic Range) Support
Yes (HDR10)

Refresh Rate(max)
60Hz

Low Blue Light
Yes

HDCP support
Yes

Viewing modes
Standard, Game, Movie, Web, Text, MAC, Mono

Adaptive refresh rate
Yes (FreeSync)

Signal Input
HDMI(v2.0), DisplayPort 1.2

Earphone jack
3.5mm Mini-Jack

Power Consumption
46W (full brightness)

Chassis Colors
Black

Tilt
+13°~-5°

VESA Wall Mounting
100x100mm

Weight
6.6kg(Net), 10.06kg (gross)

Compliance & Standards
BSMI, RCM, GEMS, MEPS, PSE, VCCI, KC, e-Standby

Performance
For our monitor reviews, we decided to do benchmarks with DisplayCAL, which gives a rough idea of how well the display performs. Without talking to much, let’s head straight into it.

Measured whitepoint
6.46
Not OK

Measured display profile whitepoint
7.76

Average ΔE*00
2.87
Not OK

Maximum ΔE*00
6.15
Not OK

So we ran the measurement test on the benchmark (on 100% brightness) and we could see that the scores aren’t really that good. To get the best possible scores, it’s recommended to get a score less than 1 for whitepoints and the average ΔE*00. As for the maximum ΔE*00, it’s best to score less than 3.

Measured whitepoint
0.48
OK

Measured display profile whitepoint
1.76

Average ΔE*00
0.94
OK

Maximum ΔE*00
1.25
OK

This is how the scores look like once the monitor has been calibrated and optimized. It’s definitely an upgrade from the original ratings, with each category being near or lower the recommended mark.

Here’s the color gamut for the ViewSonic VX3211-4K MHD after calibration. In terms of coverage, it managed to cover 99.7% sRGB, 83.8% for Adobe RGB, and 89.4% DCI P3, which are decent scores.
For Gamut volume on the other hand, it covers 136.6% sRGB, 94.1% Adobe RGB and 96.8% DCI P3. As you can see, it falls just short of a perfect 100% score in the blue color area.

We also did a uniformity test to check out each part of the display on whether they are equally lit up. The test takes the middle of the screen’s brightness as a guide and compares to the rest to see how well they display. From the test, we see that it does a good job with both top and bottom edges of the display having nominal scores. When the monitor is seen with the naked eye, the test adds up as there’s no noticeable dim to be seen around the edges of the display.
As for power consumption, we tested the VX3211-4K MHD and found out that it uses 46W on full brightness. Considering the monitor’s size, it is quite decent of the amount of power that’s being used and it is actually below average for a 32-inch display.
User Experience

I was quite surprised when I took the monitor out of the box and to find out how light it is. It doesn’t weight too much, considering that it’s a 32-inch monitor.

In terms of viewing angles, it’s pretty much fine though I wished that ViewSonic gave the option to adjust the height of the monitor, which you can only tilt it. Ergonomically, it falls a bit short here.

The OSD (on-screen display) is rather small despite the monitor’s size but thankfully, you’ll be able to change it to a bigger frame from the settings (which I suggest you to do). As you can see, the monitor comes with seven preset of modes and you can adjust each to your liking. Just make sure that you don’t select “Memory Recall” as that will reset back every adjustment that you make.
Since it’s aimed for entertainment purposes, let’s talk about the audio. Even though it does have dual speakers built-in, you probably should spend some money on an external speaker. I wouldn’t say the sound quality is bad but you’d definitely would want more for the best entertainment experience possible.

At first, it was rather strange for me to face the monitor, seeing that I came from a small 24-inch display. I definitely needed some time to adjust myself to it but regardless, it was definitely a pleasure in watching movies and videos on the VX3211 thanks to its full 16:9 3840×2160 resolution display.

Now this monitor isn’t made for gaming but regardless we had a go with it. With the monitor, you’ll be getting AMD’s FreeSync technology. It does make games smoother but not to a great extent. Just remember to turn it on from the OSD as it is off by default. If you’re looking to play fast-paced games such as Rainbow Six Siege or the likes, you’re going to be at an disadvantage due to the lower refresh rate.
Conclusion

Sure, the ViewSonic VX3211-4K MHD has its flaws here and there but considering the price that it’s at, it is absolutely an attractive option. It is definitely one of the cheapest 32-inch 4K monitors out there at the price point of RM1,599. Thanks to the big size and display quality, we award the ViewSonic VX3211-4K MHD our very own Silver Pokdeward!

We would like to give a big shout out to ViewSonic Malaysia for providing us the ViewSonic VX3211-4K MHD that was used in this review.
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Samsung Galaxy Note 3 vs Canon 5D Mark III

Today I found an interesting video on Vimeo site, its about the comparison between the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 with Canon 5D Mark III on video test. Alec Weinstein was looking for a new cellphone and found new Samsung Galaxy Note 3 that capable shooting 4K video, he bought it and do the video test against the Canon 5D Mark III.
A quick glance test parameter used :
Samsung Galaxy Note 3
Resolution : 3840 x 2160 (4K) downsized to 1080p
Settings: Camera auto
Lens : Camera lens – estimated 35MM

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Canon 5D Mark III
Resolution : 1920 x 1080 (1080p)
Settings : 5600K, neutral flat, no filters
Lens : Sigma 24-70MM F2.8 at 35MM

This video test is non apple to apple comparison in term of the hardware on both Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Canon 5D Mark III, but this video might pick your interest on the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 video color and video quality.
Below is pros and cons of both Samsung Galaxy Note 3 and Canon 5D Mark III :
Samsung Galaxy Note 3Canon 5D Mark III
Pros :
High resolution
Highly detailed image
Macro performance
Size Price
Cons :
1 Lens with no filters
Auto controls
Small sensor, deep focus
Reduced latitude
Low light disaster
Encoding option
Pros :
Detachable lenses with filters
Manual controls
Huge sensor, shallow focus
Low light performance
Latitude
Cons :
Soft image
Low resolution
High price
Size
With various environment, location and setup this video is good to watch and at the end of the video he also put test between Samsung Galaxy Note 3 against Canon 5D Mark III raw.
Let’s watch the video test below.

Samsung Galaxy NOTE 3 vs Canon 5D Mark III from Jorj Baker on Vimeo.
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PlayStation 5 Confirmed to Have SSD, Ray Tracing, 8K Gaming, and More

With the PlayStation 4 at the end of its life cycle, many gamers have started to look towards a new PlayStation 5 console from Sony Interactive Entertainment. They have made their intentions clear on making a successor but we didn’t have any clue on what and when to expect it. Now, from seemingly out of nowhere, we have learned a good amount about the upcoming console.
In an interview with Wired, PlayStation’s own Mark Cerny talked about some of the features and specifications of the PlayStation 5. Interestingly, he didn’t outright call it that and instead opted to refer to it as “the next-gen console”.

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The CPU is based on the third generation of AMD’s Ryzen line and contains eight cores of the company’s new 7nm Zen 2 microarchitecture. The GPU, a custom variant of Radeon’s Navi family, will support ray tracing, a technique that models the travel of light to simulate complex interactions in 3D environments.
One of the most highly requested features of the upcoming console is the addition of an internal SSD. We all know that the PlayStation 4 was powerful but the thing that held it back the most, a.k.a. the bottleneck, is the HDD. This can cause some abysmal loading times, something PC gamers didn’t have to go through for a while now. This custom SSD will significantly boost loading speed as well as rendering speed of the game’s world. It is said to be up to 19 times faster than your usual SSD. In fact, loading up Marvel’s Spider-Man only took one second, compared to the roughly 15 seconds on the PS4 Pro.
Gamers can also expect the PlayStation 5 to support 8K resolution graphics. There were no specific mentions of frame rates / refresh rates so that may be a detail we still need to wait out on. Personally hoping there will support for 4K 60 FPS across all games at least. There will still be physical copies of games as it will still be supporting physical media discs, so you don’t have to worry about it going fully digital. For those of you who are worried about not being able to play PS4 games anymore, do not worry. It will officially support backwards compatibility.
The PlayStation 5 isn’t slated for release in 2019. This makes sense as they have opted to skip out on E3 2019 this year. As for when it will be officially announced, that is yet to be seen. For now, be sure to stay tuned as we might end up hearing more about it in the near future.
Source: Wired
Pokdepinion: Finally, a console gaming experience that will be on par with PC gaming with a good amount of futureproofing. Now to save up for a brand new 8K TV.
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HONOR is creating its own sub-brand

I don’t know what’s with Chinese smartphone makers and sub-brands, but HONOR, previously a sub-brand of HUAWEI, is looking to create its own sub-brand. HONOR has apparently registered the name Shenzhen Xingyao Terminal Co. Ltd, although it isn’t clear what HONOR plans to do with their sub-brand.

Honor registered new sub-brand Xingyao Terminal Co. Ltd. pic.twitter.com/iEUhOBHNoO
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Before you get worried about YouTubers mispronouncing the very Chinese-sounding name, HONOR’s name in China is 榮耀終端有限公司, or Rongyao Terminal Co. Ltd., so we will probably see HONOR come up with a English name for Xingyao when it reaches global markets, if it is meant to be a global consumer-facing brand. Of course, a Chinese name didn’t stop Xiaomi from toppling Samsung in Europe, so Xingyao has a pretty good chance as well.
According to rumors, HONOR is expected to park a new line of wearable devices under their sub-brand. However it isn’t official yet, so take this with a pinch of salt. In any case, HONOR has already created a name for themselves in the wearables market, so they don’t exactly need a sub-brand for that anyway.

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If you are one for conspiracies, HONOR might be preparing itself for the eventuality that it might get treated the same as HUAWEI by the US, despite being sold off as an independent company away from HUAWEI’s influence. When that happens, they can spin off Xingyao as another independent brand, and keep doing business with the rest of the world.
Pokdepinion: What would a good name for HONOR’s sub-brand be? GLORY?
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HMD Testing Oreo Update For Nokia 8 – Just Waiting For The ‘Perfect’ Moment

It’s been known that the new Nokia smartphone lineups today by HMD will be getting the upcoming Android 8.0 Oreo update. It was revealed previously that the Nokia 8 will be one of the first android smartphones to get the Oreo update. It seems that moment will come sooner than we expected, based on images posted on Twitter by HMD’s Chief Product Officer, Juho Sarvikas
Oreo Update Coming Soon?
It shows two images featuring the Nokia 8 that’s just a tap away from an upgrade to the beta version of Android Oreo. We can see the file size from there, which is 1.3GB. Unfortunately, it doesn’t show the changelog of features that will be implemented in the new update and what not.
This still doesn’t show when the exact date of release of the update for the Nokia 8, but it definitely can be seen as a sign that the new update will be coming sooner than expected with its beta testing in progress. With Nokia 8 getting the new update, the rest of Nokia’s line up will follow suit.

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So far Nokia has been keeping every bit of their word, especially in the updates department as shown with their recent Google Security Patch for September. Keep this up and a lot of people will be happy.
The Nokia 8 was launched earlier this month and is available at stores nationwide. It retails at RM2299. If you want a good insight on the smartphone, you can check out our extensive Nokia 8 review right here.
Pokdepinion: Good to see that Nokia isn’t one of those “has beens”. Ever since their revival, every word has been kept from them. Kudos for that. Curious on whether Nexus’s device or Nokia’s smartphone will get the update first though. Can’t wait to see what’s new with the update.

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[CES2018] ASUS Presents Latest Small Form Factor Solutions – Performance With Versatility!

ASUS has announce of their latest lineup of small form factor products, namely the PB40, PN40, Chromebox 3, and Tinker Board S at this year’s CES 2018.
ASUS Small Form Factor Products CES 2018
PB40 mini PC
Up first is the ASUS PB40 mini PC that offers connectivity with up to six USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C ports and an ultraflexible I/O port with VGA/DP/COM/HDMI support. With its metallic chassis, it house the latest 8th Generation Intel Pentium Silver processor for performance. It is also offered in a fan-less design with Celeron processors for a completely silent operation.
Besides the compact design, PB40 supports optional stackable modules for components such as optical drives to provide space-saving versatility for a wide range of scenarios.

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ASUS PN40 mini PC
With it being powered by 8th Generation Intel Pentium Silver and Celeron processors, the new ASUS PN40 mini PC features a sliding bottom case design for an easy assemblage. Compact and lightweight, it measures 114 x 114 x 49mm and weigh a mere 700g. Connectivity wise, it includes USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C for data transmission, and a changeable I/O port for VGA or COM support.
The PN40 is ideal for your home entertainment and business solutions.
ASUS Chromebox 3
With the ASUS Chromebox 3, it is the latest addition to the ASUS Chromebox family. It is powered by an 8th Generation Intel Core processor and DDR4-2400 memory for a faster, smoother, and more energy-efficient performance. It is equipped with USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C port for fast data transfers, power delivery, and DisplayPort connectivity. The new Chromebox will also support Google Play.
Tinker Board S
With ASUS’ new Tinker Board S, it features 2GB RAM and 16GB of eMMC storage, while retaining the same board size and component placement as the original Tinker Board.
At CES 2018, ASUS demoed some of the ways the Tinker Board S can be utilized. First demo showed how the memory and I/O of the Tinker Board S make it ideal for image recognition application. It was then followed with a demo on highlighting  how its 192 KHz audio output and support for digital-to-analog converter (DAC) add-on cards can improve home entertainment.
Pokdepinion: Dang, ASUS has been unveiling loads of new products at this year’s CES. If you’ve missed some of them, you can read on their gaming products, consumer laptops, and networking solution by clicking on them respectively right here.
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RedMagic 5S launched in China from just ~RM2304

Nubia has just announced their latest gaming phone, the RedMagic 5S. This follows after the RedMagic 5G, but unlike the two most recently announced gaming smartphones, the ROG Phone 3 and the Lenovo Legion Duel Phone, the RedMagic 5S will come with only the Snapdragon 865, instead of the Snapdragon 865+.

The main upgrade coming from the RedMagic 5G is probably the cooling, which now sports silver components to increase the thermal conductivity beyond what copper is capable of. The 15 000RPM built-in fan is still retained, while also adding support for the new Ice Dock which does look eerily similar to Black Shark’s TEC cooling apparatus.

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In terms of the other components, the RedMagic 5S will offer the Snapdragon 865 mated to up to 16GB LPDDR5 memory and 256GB UFS 3.1 storage. There will be a 144Hz 6.67″ AMOLED display with 240Hz touch sampling for peak responsiveness. The touch triggers on the sides poll at an even higher 320Hz, promising an excellent gaming experience. Keeping the lights on will be the 4500mAh battery, which does seem pretty small by today’s standards. It will support up to 55W charging, although an 18W charger is all you get in the box.
RedMagic 5S Specs

Snapdragon 865, octa-core up to 2.84 GHz, 7nm
Up to 16GB LPDDR5
Up to 256GB UFS 3.1
6.65″ FHD+ AMOLED display, 144 Hz refresh rate, 240Hz touch sampling
64MP f/1.8 + 8MP f/2.0 ultra-wide + 2MP macro camera
8MP f/2.0 selfie camera
4500mAh battery, up to 55W fast charging
8GB + 128GB: 3799 CNY (~RM2304)
12GB + 256GB: 4399 CNY (~RM2668)
16GB + 256GB: 4999 CNY (~RM3032)

Interestingly, Nubia will be offering the RedMagic 5S in a new Sonic Silver color option, which should be a tribute to the silver used in the cooling system of the RedMagic 5S. However it is only available for the lowest-end 8GB RAM variant. The beefier variants will only come in Pulse, which is the red-blue colorway. The RedMagic 5S will be available in China on 1st August, while global availability is slated to commence later in September.
Pokdepinion: The Sonic Silver color option looks pretty good. Not sure why it isn’t offered for the higher-end variants too…
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Cooler Master Low-profile CPU Cooler MasterAir G200P Now Available At RM159

Cooler Master Malaysia has just launched their new low-profile MasterAir G200P CPU cooler, which comes in a compact yet powerful squared PWM fan.

Coming with an ultra-low profile heatsink that measures 39.4mm, it’s ideal for those who want to build with a small-form-factor cases.
Thanks to its compact design, Cooler Master has said that it ensures minimal airflow resistance and maximize heat dissipation.

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The Cooler Master MasterAir G200P comes with a 92mm PWM RGB fan, featuring a wide fan speed range that allows you to fine-tune it for maximum airflow, cooling performance, or even silent operation.
The fan is compatible with all RGB-certified motherboards and includes a wired RGB LED controller for a full color customization experience.
If you are interested, you can now get the Cooler Master MasterAir G200P here in Malaysia for the price of RM159.
Pokdepinion: It may not be the looker, but actually that’s just how I like it. It will surely attract those who’s aiming for a small PC build.
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Rainbow Six Siege Has A Board Game Now Because Why Not

It appears that Rainbow Six Siege is coming as a board game soon as creators Ubisoft and Mythic Games has teamed up in creating just that through a Kickstarter project.
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The game is called 6: Siege – The Board Game where it was launched as a Kickstarter campaign just recently. Despite being announced recently, it has already passed the funding goal of $100,000, where around 3,658 backers (at the time of writing) has pledged roughly $500,000 to support the project.

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It seems that the campaign closes on the 2nd of July 2021 and backers of the game will receive the game somewhere in June 2022. Inside of the “core box”, there’s 20 32mm-scaled mini Siege Operators, ranging from Castle, Fuse, IQ, Jaeger, and Thermite. There’s also one double-sided board, four armor panel standees, two gas overlays, 15 cardboard obstacles, and more.
Mythic Games aims to provide a “fast-paced asymmetrical” experience. As you’d expect, there’s Attackers and Defenders, just like in the real game. In order to win, you will need to complete your mission objectives accordingly.
It’s been six years years since the launch of Rainbow Six Siege. The game is playable on PC, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X. For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
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Pokdepinion: As a collector of Warhammer 40K miniatures, I’m actually curious on how well the board game is. I wonder if they’ll make it available in different regions and how much is the official price for it.
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MasterCase Maker 5 by Cooler Master case review — decked out

The MasterCase 5 is indeed a very modular case. In fact, Cooler Master has released multiple variants of the case, including the MasterCase 5, MasterCase Pro 5, MasterCase Pro 5 NVIDIA Edition and the one we have here, the MasterCase Maker 5, which is essentially the highest end of the lineup. Each of these cases have different levels of trim and accessories, so let’s take a closer look at what the MasterCase Maker 5 offers.
Unboxing

Similar to the MasterCase Pro 5, the MasterCase Maker 5 comes with a full color print on the box. The only notable changes on between the printed image is the case has a front panel over the mesh intakes of the MasterCase Pro 5, and also an upgraded I/O panel.

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At the back, we have an exploded view of the MasterCase Maker 5 and additional information regarding Cooler Master’s FreeForm Modular System in multiple languages. If this is your first time hearing of the system, it lets you adjust the exterior structure and aesthetic via a range of replacement panels and modular accessories available for the ecosystem.

To avoid from and scratches and damage, the MasterCase Maker 5 is wrapped in a foam bag and wedged between two massive blocks of Styrofoam.

The MasterCase Maker 5 uses a metal case to hold its little bits and pieces, and all the accessories is well labelled. This is reflective of its “premium” status, as the accessories that came with the MasterCase Pro 5 was only packaged in cardboard.
Appearance

The MasterCase Maker 5 looks pretty much like the MasterCase Pro 5 I reviewed before. It has a windowed side panel and top cover, but on the MasterCase Maker 5, the top cover is now magnetically attached.

On the front, the MasterCase Maker 5 comes with a beveled panel, increasing not only the aesthetic value but also preventing dust from build up quickly on its front intake vent.

What unique about this door panel is you need to pull it downwards to open it. There is enough clearance for DVD or Blu-ray players’ trays but for me it’s more practical to mount a fan controller in the 5.25-inch bay nowadays.

A rather significant upgrade from the MasterCase Pro 5 is the new front I/O here. The MasterCase Maker 5 now offers two USB 2.0 ports, one USB 3.0 Type-A port and also one USB 3.0 Type-C port, for future-proofing. We also find LED and fan speed control buttons flanking the ports. When you turn on the PC, the power button will light up in red.

The MasterCase Maker 5 pre-installed with total of three 140mm fans, so you can actually build your rig without having to buy extra fans. There are two at the front and one at the rear. Do take note as 140mm are usually quite expensive if purchased separately, so Cooler Master including them here is a godsend.

The innards of the MasterCase Maker 5 is understandably similar to the MasterCase Pro 5, as they share the same FreeForm modular platform. The internal layout is separated into two compartments to improve cable management and also simplify the PC building experience. It comes with two HDD cages, allows you to install up to five HDDs, with two bracket for SSD.

The top cover is similar like the MasterCase Pro 5 but on the MasterCase Maker 5 it’s magnetic to hold it in place better. Here you can mount up to two 140mm fans, allowing for 280mm radiators to be mounted here.

One addition to the internals is the magnetic LED strip. It can be removed and placed almost anywhere you want in the case. The LED strip will only illuminate in red. There’s no RGB color option but you can replace the LED strip inside, just make sure the voltage is similar like the original ones. However this might void the warranty for the LED strip.

The big CPU cutout for the casing is big, making motherboard and cooler back-plate installation much easier. There are three Velcro straps for organized cables management.

Yet another addition to the MasterCase Maker 5 is a LED and fan controller hub at the back of the motherboard tray. This controller board supports up to six fans and four LED strips, allowing for high (12V) and low (7V) fan speeds and LED lighting control for either LED strips or fans with three modes (on, off and breathing effect).

For this review, Cooler Master has provided me with three units of Silencio FP 140 PWM fans with red LEDs.

I replace the stock fans in the casing with the Silencio FP fans and connected all the fan connectors to the controller.
Specifications

Model Number
MCY-005P-KWN00

Available Color
Black

Materials
Steel body, Plastic mesh bezel

Dimensions (LxWxH)
All
528.6(L) x 235(W) x 548(H) mm

Motherboard Support
ATX, Micro-ATX, Mini-ITX

Expansion Slots
7

Drive Bays
5.25″
2

Combo 3.5″/ 2.5″
5

SSD
2+5

I/O Port
USB 2.0 x 2, USB 3.0 x 1, USB Type-C x 1

Audio in / out, fan & ELD button

Pre-installed Fan(s)
Front
140mm x 2

Rear
140mm x 1

Fan Support
Front
120mm / 140mm x 2

Rear
140mm x 1

Liquid Cooling Support
Front
240mm / 280mm radiator, up to 40mm thickness without fan

Top
240mm / 280mm radiator

Rear
120mm / 140mm radiator

Clearances
CPU Cooler
190mm

PSU
200mm

GPU
412mm

Cable Routing
Behind Motherboard Tray
25mm – 35mm

Dust Filters
Front, bottom

Power Supply Support
Bottom mount, ATX

Hardware Configuration

Processor
Intel Core i7-5820K

Motherboard
ASUS X99 Deluxe

Memory
Avexir Blitz 16GB DDR4

Storage
Sandisk Ultra 240GB

Power Supply
Cooler Master V850

Accesories
Silencio 14 PWM by Cooler Master

User Experience

For this review, I’m using the Pokde benchrig with one full length graphics card and one SSD. As there are no hard drives used, I removed the drive cage. The window here has a tinted layer on the bottom part, which means you won’t have to get a PSU cover just for the sake of hiding your cables.

The Velcro straps really help in cables management but with all the fans cable and LED strip cables connected to the controller, it can quite messy here.

The cutout for the 2.5-inch drives are just like those in the MasterCase Pro 5, which means that they aren’t that convenient at all. If you are planning to install SSDs on this side, you should use straight-angle SATA and power connectors. I would suggest you to install your SSD behind the motherboard tray to avoid this issue though.

The red LED emanating from the strip is spread evenly, but you need at least two strips, one at the base and the other at the top of the case for proper lighting. With the red LED lighting from the LED strip and Silencio fans, the best coolers to complement the overall look are the Cooler Master V8 GTS or the MasterAir Maker 8, both of which also have red LED lighting.

Going full custom cooling with this case is a good idea too. As the MasterCase Maker 5 supports 240 or 280mm radiators at top and front of the case, and up to 140mm radiators at the rear, there really isn’t anything stopping you from loading it up with a custom watercooling loop.
Conclusion

You might be thinking, “What so special about this case, it’s basically the same MasterCase 5 with additional accessories”. Well, it is actually just that. In fact, everything here is a part of the Cooler Master FreeForm Modular system, and you can easily purchase these accessories separatelu to upgrade your basic MasterCase 5.

The MasterCase Maker 5’s build quality is excellent, highly customizable and holds a lot of potential in modding. The pricing is a little high when compared to the other variants of the MasterCase 5, but for those who want a complete high end case, the MasterCase Maker 5 is one of the choices available on the market. The MasterCase Maker 5 is priced at RM829 in retail, and if your budget is not a concern, do check out the MasterCase Maker 5t which is even sexier with a tempered glass side panel.

I award the MasterCase Maker 5 our Gold Pokdeward, because it offers a lot more aside from just mere good looks. The ability to remove nearly everything from the interior cannot be overlooked. It makes modding easier, or even to make more space for huge components. Truly, this is a case you can easily #MakeItYours.
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MSI Prestige PS42 8RB review — expanding horizons for MSI!

Introduction
MSI is a brand you would associate with gaming laptops more than any other brand, because their laptop lineup is made up of mostly gaming systems. But they do have an excellent Prestige lineup, and we have actually taken a look at a previous variant that seems pretty much like their gaming laptops, except that they come in silver and toned down specifications. Not the MSI Prestige PS42 8RB we are looking at today though. This is definitely an notebook that’s designed for productivity, rather than a repurposed gaming laptop.
Unboxing

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The packaging is very much like the premium package that the MSI GS65 Stealth Thin came in. The laptop comes in its own premium box, while the charger comes in more standard brown cardboard packaging. And it comes with a briefcase-style bag too. Haven’t seen one of those in a long time.

The notebook is wrapped in a reusable fabric wrapper. Kudos for that!

Once you unpack everything — there really isn’t much to unbox — you get your MSI Prestige PS42, a really compact 65W charger and some standard documentation. And that bag too.
Appearance

The MSI Prestige PS42 looks pretty much like every MSI Prestige laptop that came before it. But better. The MSI Dragon logo is etched into the silver aluminium, the latter which is a signature of the Prestige series. The MSI Dragon logo was never used for the Prestige lineup, so this is an interesting development.

Despite its thin 15.9mm thin design, MSI has somehow managed to cram two fans which intake air through the well perforated bottom panel of the MSI Prestige PS42. MSI also made sure to add plenty of rubber feet to raise it well off whatever surface you place it on.

The back is where you will find some plastic used. The rest of the MSI Prestige PS42 is made out of aluminium. Perhaps plastics are just a lot easier to mold for the curves around the hinge?

Speaking of the hinge, the MSI Prestige PS42 features a 180° hinge. I have yet to discover a use for laptops that can fold flat, but if you are into that kind of thing, this notebook can give you just that.

MSI designed the MSI Prestige PS42 around the 14″ display with 5.7mm thin bezels. The MSI Prestige PS42 sports a high 80% screen-to-body ratio which bodes well for portability. The keyboard looks pretty standard, but has huge keys unlike most notebooks. The trackpad is smaller than most, probably a sacrifice MSI had to make when they decided to use the nice large-sized keys for the keyboard.
Specifications

CPU
Intel Core i7-8550U @ 1.8 GHz (up to 4.0 GHz Turbo Boost)

RAM
16GB (1 x 16GB SODIMM) 2400 MHz DDR4

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce MX150 2GB GDDR5

Storage
256GB Samsung PM961 M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD

Software
Microsoft Windows 10 Home
MSI Dragon Center
MSI System Control Manager (SCM)
MSI True Color
MSI Battery Calibration
Nahimic 3

Connectivity
WiFi 802.11ac 1×1
Bluetooth 4.2
2 x USB 3.0
2 x USB Type-C (USB 3.0)
SD card reader

Display
14.0″ FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS-level
1 x HDMI 1.4 ([email protected])

Audio
2 x 2W speakers
1 x 3.5mm combo jack

Power
65W power adapter
50 WHr 4-cell Li-Po battery

Dimensions
322 x 222 x 15.9 mm

Weight
1.19 kg

Performance

There isn’t much to complain about the MSI Prestige PS42, in terms of performance, at least. The PCIe NVMe SSD in this machine is blazing fast, albeit a little small. 256GB is like the bare minimum when it comes to a daily machine. There is no room for a SATA slot in here though, so if you want to upgrade, you will have to pick from either M.2 SATA or M.2 PCIe SSDs.

We have already experienced the very satisfactory performance of the Intel Core i7 8550U in our review of the ASUS ZenBook 13 (UX331UN), and once again, it doesn’t disappoint. It is really amazing to look back at the days when we were stuck with dual-core processors in machines of these size. And look where we are now.

GPU performance is good too, thanks to MSI’s decision to include the beefier variant of the NVIDIA GeForce MX150, the 1D10 variant. This variant trades heat and power consumption for better gaming performance, and we would say that it makes a pretty good laptop for some casual gaming.

We actually put that to the test by playing some Overwatch. Notably, performance wasn’t exactly spectacular, with the MSI Prestige PS42 struggling to push 30 fps at the Epic settings, but that’s not what the MSI Prestige PS42 is supposed to do. The MSI Prestige PS42 can easily handle Medium settings, or even High if you tweak the render scale setting. Thermals are on the high side, but we can clearly hear the fans trying their utmost best to push out the heat from the system. No major slowdowns were detected so we will give it a pass, despite the CPU throttling down a tad in our 30-minute session.

DOTA 2 is yet another game which we believe will be a pretty good test of the MSI Prestige PS42’s gaming performance. The experience was much better here, with very respectable frame rates. While the temperatures are even higher than we observed in Overwatch, there was no throttling detected. The gaming experience was very smooth and I actually won the game playing on this laptop.

MSI definitely put some of their experience in designing a good gaming laptop into the MSI Prestige PS42. Few ultrabook-class laptops have a dual-fan cooling system, and much fewer have two distinct heatsink arrays. And these here do a great job. Only the upper left corner and the array of vents above the keyboard heats up when gaming, with the rest of the palm rest area very comfortable to touch. In normal usage, the MSI Prestige PS42 barely heats up, and can be used on your lap without worrying about frying your precious jewels. The fan noise is very tolerable, even when running at full tilt.
In 30 minutes of web browsing and some YouTube, the battery only dropped a mere 12%. A pretty good showing. I had the screen running at 50%, the keyboard backlighting at 50% brightness and the volume at 50% brightness. Four to five hours of continuous use shouldn’t be an issue with the MSI Prestige PS42.
User Experience

Let’s talk about the screen first. The slim bezels make for a pretty compact laptop as you might have realized when we were checking out the design. While MSI didn’t boast of any information regarding color gamut coverage, the MSI Prestige PS42 delivers pretty good colors, as it should as a member of the prestigious Prestige series. It does come with MSI True Color too for easy switching between optimized color profiles. We have no complaints as a casual user, so perhaps only the nitpicky will have issues with the panel here.

The slim top and side bezels have forced MSI to place the webcam in the only place where there is room for it: the lower bezel. This positioning is actually one of the worst if you often do video calls from your laptop, as the angle is very unflattering. If you need it just to send the message across, it will work just fine, but if you want to look your best, you will have to look away.

Then, the keyboard. This keyboard is actually pretty awesome. It’s shared with the MSI GS65 Stealth Thin, and that is one of my favorite laptop keyboards to date. It doesn’t have the most travel, but it has a tactility which I find really satisfying. All the important keys are also huge, which is great for typing. The perforations above the keyboard flanking the power button are actually air intakes rather than speakers, as one might assume.

You will be only getting white backlights here, unlike on MSI’s gaming-oriented designs. That’s pretty understandable considering no sane person would turn on RGB in a meeting room. The keyboard, while great, isn’t perfect though. The rightmost column of keys features an unconventional arrangement, so you might take some time to get used to them. Still, those keys aren’t going to be commonly used, so they do not detract too much from the experience.
The build quality is a sore point of the MSI Prestige PS42 though. The area above the keyboard and the lower right palm rest flex rather severely when pressed with force, but luckily those aren’t areas you will be pressing down on frequently. The keyboard area is pretty good if you don’t try your luck by pressing hard just to see it flex.

I love laptops with a fingerprint scanner, and the MSI Prestige PS42 has one. Instant win, right? Not really. For starters, the fingerprint scanner takes a tad longer to identify my fingerprint than some of the other laptops I have tested. Also, its location in an already cramped touchpad makes the touchpad even more limited. I kept swiping over the fingerprint scanner when using the touchpad, and the pointer just stops tracking abruptly. On the bright side, the clickers are hidden under the lower edge of the touchpad, and they are tactile and are excellent to press.

Audio is serviceable, with Nahimic 3 enhancing the quality. The speakers fire downwards, so you would get the best results with a hard surface under the MSI Prestige PS42. They can go loud, but there really isn’t any bass here. It won’t replace your desktop speakers, but you can enjoy some videos without complaining too much about the audio quality. Gaming with the speakers is an acceptable experience too. You can plug in headphones to take advantage of Nahimic’s surround sound effects.

The array of connectivity options that MSI packed into the MSI Prestige PS42 isn’t amazing, but it is definitely sufficient. A Thunderbolt 3 port, or at least a USB 3.1 (Gen2) would have been nice to see. But at least you won’t be stuck relying on dongles with the two USB 3.0 ports for your peripherals. Speaking of which, MSI provides no dongles in the box.

If you always use the Kensington Security Slot to secure your laptops, the MSI Prestige PS42 will put you in a rather weird predicament. Most laptops I have seen places the slot close to the rear end, but the MSI Prestige PS42 has it closer to you. It seems like a very unintuitive positioning. Also, there is no LAN port, so no wired Internet connectivity for you. Unless you fork out extra money for a dongle. The full-sized SD card slot is a God-sent for photographers, as certain brands are opting for microSD slots to save space. This laptop is great for photographers to do their editing on the go, as it offers plenty of punch and also a nice screen, so a SD card slot is definitely more welcome than a microSD slot.
Conclusion
Is the MSI Prestige PS42 worth RM4999? If you find yourself carrying your laptop around a lot, yes. The MSI Prestige PS42 is a very portable machine, with compact dimensions and a very back-friendly weight. The performance is also pretty good, delivering sufficient grunt in the svelte body to handle most tasks, and even some light gaming. If I had to change one thing with the MSI Prestige PS42, it would be the storage. 256GB is really limited. MSI could have opted for larger, slower, more affordable PCIe 3.0 x 2 NVMe SSDs, rather than the limited capacity it now offers.
I love the overall design, with the only major weaknesses of this laptop being the pretty serious flex in certain areas and the cramped touchpad. The WiFi performance might also irk those who have faster Internet connections, as it is capped at a theoretical 433 Mbps. Otherwise, it is a pretty amazing little notebook that delivers a lot more than you would expect from its sleek profile.

Our thanks to MSI Malaysia for providing the MSI Prestige PS42 used in this review.

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, RTX 3070 Ti set for 31st May announcement, June launch

NVIDIA has reportedly delayed the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti’s announced to 31st May, about 2 weeks later than the initial 18th May announcement. Both the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti and RTX 3070 Ti are slated to be launched on the same day, but reviews will be cropping up a few days later, with the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti arriving on 2nd June, and GeForce RTX 3070 Ti on 9th June.
NVIDIA will allegedly pack the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti with 10240 CUDA cores, which is the same amount as on the GeForce RTX 3090, but will only equip it with 12GB GDDR6X, which is slightly more than the 10GB on the regular GeForce RTX 3080, but half that of the GeForce RTX 3090.

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Meanwhile the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti is supposedly going to come with 6144 CUDA cores, which is the full GA104 GPU that’s currently marketed as the GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU. It will still come with 8GB memory, but this time it will be of the GDDR6X variety, instead of the GDDR6 that the GeForce RTX 3070 packs.
The new graphics cards will also apparently sport a LHR (Lite Hash Rate) designation, indicating that they will have some form of hashrate limiter in place. The report goes on to say that NVIDIA will be refreshing the entire lineup with hashrate-limited series in the coming months, which might look similar to how NVIDIA refreshed the GeForce RTX 20 series with the SUPER models, but instead we get the Ti naming again for this generation.
Do take all this with a pinch of salt though, as NVIDIA has yet to announce anything officially. After all, the GeForce RTX 3080 Ti/GeForce RTX 3080 SUPER was rumored since last year, and yet we have not seen anything yet.

It will be interesting to see if the hashrate limiters are enough to deter miners from picking up the GeForce RTX 3070 Ti and GeForce RTX 3080 Ti. Hopefully it will, so that we gamers can finally get our hands on them, and at prices that are actually reasonable.
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Pokdepinion: Perhaps this will also have the knock-on effect of causing scalpers holding on to current-gen GeForce RTX 30 series cards to suffer losses? I sure hope so!
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AMD will release BIOS updates to deliver proper boost frequency

The internet is abuzz with news of how the 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen processors not achieving the boost frequency listed. der8auer went the distance of collecting data from his fans to find out if any of these CPUs ever hit the intended boost clocks. Few, if any did, and it seems like AMD has taken note of the issue and has published an update to address it.

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— AMD Ryzen (@AMDRyzen) September 3, 2019

AMD is pleased with the strong momentum of 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen processors in the PC enthusiast and gaming communities. We closely monitor community feedback on our products and understand that some 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen users are reporting boost clock speeds below the expected processor boost frequency.
While processor boost frequency is dependent on many variables including workload, system design, and cooling solution, we have closely reviewed the feedback from our customers and have identified an issue in our firmware that reduces boost frequency in some situations. We are in the process of preparing a BIOS update for our motherboard partners that addresses that issue and includes additional boost performance optimizations. We will provide an update on September 10 to the community regarding the availability of the BIOS.

So there you have it, a BIOS update will be released next week via your motherboard vendors to deliver you the boost frequencies you deserve. Have you observed less-than-promised boost frequencies with your AMD Ryzen 3000 processor? Let us know!

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Pokdepinion: It’s nice to see such responsiveness from AMD!
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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Ti with 7.5GB GDDR6 Teased
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In a few months time, we will be seeing AMD putting up a good fight in the GPU department with their AMD Navi GPU. Despite having a good lineup in the GeForce RTX and GTX series graphics cards, it appears that they have another ace up their sleeves. This ace is none other than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Ti.
According to a report on TweakTown, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Ti has a 7.5GB VRAM, which seems like an odd numbers. This places it in between the RTX 2060 and RTX 2070 with 6GB and 8GB respectively. Realistically in terms of performance, it would easily fit in between the RTX 2070 and RTX 2080, two of the cards with roughly about USD $200 / RM1,500 difference in pricing.
While the green camp does have a good variety of graphics cards out in the market, it may seem rather dated by the time the AMD Navi graphics card is out. As such, the RTX 2070 Ti would fit in just nicely not only in terms of pricing, but also having a new toy for enthusiasts to enjoy.

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Of course, there is always a chance that it might just end up being a beefed up GTX card with none of those ray-tracing stuff that makes the RTX famous. We will have to wait and see when it is officially announced. For now, take this information with a grain of salt.
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Pokdepinion: For me, I’m more curious about the price if it’s legit. I might be more tempted to get this instead of an RTX 2080 depending on the circumstances.
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Facebook Lifts Up The Lid – Privacy Tools Now Easier To Find

With the recent controversy that has been going on lately about Facebook’s privacy issue, they have announced that they have made their privacy tools accessible to users and letting them know what exactly is going on.
Facebook Privacy Tools Now Made Easy
With last week being a week of controversy regarding Facebook’s privacy policy, the company have listened to their users and have made data settings and tools easier to find.
Facebook has redesigned their entire settings menu on mobile devices from top to bottom to make things easier to locate. Instead of going through a whole bunch of screens (20 to be precise), they’re now accessible from a single place. THey’ve also cleaned up outdated settings so that information is clear on what can and can’t be shared with apps.

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With the new privacy shortcut, you can control your data with just a few taps. You can add more layers of protection to your account by two-factor authentication, a norm of security measures these days where if someone tries to log into your account from a device that Facebook doesn’t recognize, you’ll be asked to confirm whether it was you.
As for controlling your personal information, you can review on what you’ve shared and delete it if you want to. This includes posts that you’ve previously shared or reacted to, friend requests that you’ve sent, and things that you’ve searched for on Facebook.
You can also manage who sees your posts and profile information where you can manage things such as who sees your posts and the information you choose to include on your profile.
Besides that, you can now download the data you’ve shared on the platform. A secure copy is downloadable and you can even move it to another service. This includes photos you’ve uploaded, contacts you’ve added to your account, posts on your timeline, and more.
Facebook has said that they will be proposing updates to Facebook’s terms of service and update their data policy to show exactly what data they’ve collected and what do they do with it.
Pokdepinion: As long as there is clarity in the topic, I’m okay with it (I hope so!). It’s been a controversial issue.

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Facebook Night Mode? No no no, it’s a scam!

My Facebook timeline is awash with people spamming “facebook night mode🌑🌙“, in the hopes of unlocking Dark Mode for their Facebook app. While Facebook has rolled out Dark Mode for Facebook Messenger, Facebook has yet to receive a similar feature.

What about all the screenshots you see? Well, if you want to see it for yourself, all you have to do is enable color inversion on your iPhone. I don’t know if you guys noticed, but the blue elements of Facebook are now are all a disgusting yellow hue in the screenshots. Did you seriously think Facebook will abandon their trademark blue color for an ugly orange? It doesn’t work nearly as well on Androids though…

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So yeah, there is no official Facebook Dark Mode or Facebook Night Mode yet. You can download third-party web wrappers apps which may support dark mode, but nothing from Facebook themselves. Yet. We do hope it will arrive, as it will not only look better with more smartphones supporting a system-wide dark mode/night mode, but it will also help reduce the power consumption on devices with OLED displays.

If you have been spamming Facebook trying to chain together a number of “facebook night mode” comments in the hopes it will unlock dark mode on your phone, stop it. Get some help.
Pokdepinion: Stop doing it guys, it’s not funny anymore.
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Gearbox Software Releases Hot Fix for Borderlands 3

Borderlands 3 had a bit of a rocky launch on 13th September 2019. This was due to a number of issues that users across the globe have faced on both PC and console versions. This includes performance, crashing, freezing, and other issues.
Today, Gearbox Software has released a hot fix for Borderlands 3. It is designed to temporarily address issues between major updates. It’s not meant to be a permanent fix as it’s temporarily stored in memory, and then it will be lost after you exit the game. The team is currently evaluation performance issues and potential solutions for them. As such, this is what they can do in the meantime.

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As for the full list of changes / fixes, we’ve included them right below here:
Bugs

Yellow paint has been added to the Marsh Fields to mark a more obvious path to complete the Sabotage Crew Challenge.
The New-U Station in front of the Halcyon Suborbital Spaceport (used during the “Space-Laser Tag” Mission) in the Meridian Metroplex now has a larger activation range.
The New-U Station in front of Titian’s Gate (used during the “Atlas, At Last” Mission) in the Meridian Metroplex now has a larger activation range.
The first Guardian a player runs into during the “Beneath the Meridian” mission is no longer over-leveled.
The Eridian chest by the Grotto in the Jakob’s Estate is no longer invisible.

Balance

Eridium crystals in Voracious Canopy grow less frequently.
Scaled down the amount of loot drops in Mayhem Mode.
Torgue shotgun sticky damage has been reduced.
Reduced E-Tech shotgun elemental damage from “flesh off your bones” to “a lot”.
Chupacabratch dropped too much of his hard-earned loot.
Adjusted spawn rate of Loot Tinks in Mansion. They’re special again.
Removed pain-sounds from Troy for his boss fight.

To obtain the hotfix, you will have to hang around the main menu and see that it says “updates are available”. It will then be automatically implemented for you. The team is aware that it doesn’t fix the freezing / crashing issues, and they are assuring people that fixes are still on the way.
If you’re on PC and the game is freezing / crashing, we do have some solutions that might fix them. Click right here to find out.
Source: Gearbox Forums
Pokdepinion: I legitimately thought this was the much-needed patch. Well, it’s still something at least.
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8th June is Super honor Day on Shopee Malaysia — up to 30% discounts on honor products!

honor Malaysia has just announced their partnership with Shopee to launch the honor 7A and the Phantom Green variant of the honor 10 during the Super honor Day sale. The sale takes place on 8th June 2018, with flash sales for both of the new devices, and amazing discounts of up to 30% on all honor products storewide.

The new honor 7A is going to hit the market with a 5.7″ HD+ FullView display, 13MP rear camera and a 8MP selfie camera. Performance will be handled by a Snapdragon 430 mated to up to 3GB RAM, powered by a 3000 mAh battery. The honor 7A will run EMUI 8.0 based on Android 8.0, and will come with up to 32GB of storage that can be expanded with the dedicated SD card slot. True dual-SIM functionality is available on the honor 7A. The RRP for the honor 7A is RM479, but it will be available during the sale at only RM429.

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For those who want to get the honor 10 in the new Phantom Green color, you will be receiving up to RM298 worth of freebies with every purchase, while stocks last. The price is still RM1599, making the honor 10 the most affordable smartphone with the flagship-class Kirin 970 chipset yet.
To enjoy the Super honor Day sales, visit hihonor or  honor’s Official Store on Shopee.
Pokdepinion: The honor 7A will make a great second smartphone, or one for your parents!
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