Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – The Perfect FPS Mouse Except for 2 Types of Gamers

Unboxing the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – Box

Starting off our Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro review with the unboxing, the packaging comes in your run-of-the-mill Razer peripheral box clad in their signature black and green colour scheme. Inside the box, you can find the following items:
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – Box content

USB-A to USB-C Razer Speedflex cable
Razer Mouse Grip Tape
Product Information Guide
USB dongle
USB dongle adapter
The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro mouse itself

Specifications

Body material
Matte plastic shell, textured coating

Sensor
Razer Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor

DPI
Up to 30,000 DPI in 50 DPI increments, 5 DPI stages

USB report rate
125/500/1000 Hz
Up to 4000Hz with Razer HyperPolling Dongle

Switch type
Razer Optical Mouse Switch Gen 3 rated for 90 million clicks

RGB
No

Cable
1.8m Razer Speedflex cable, USB-C

Mouse Feet
100% PTFE

Built-in Memory
Yes, 1 profile for custom DPI and configurations

Weight
63g

Dimensions
128 x 68 x 44 mm

Performance
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – Tracking test
From my own experience, the Razer Viper V2 Pro is able to track with great accuracy but your experience will vary depending on your DPI. At 1,000 to 3,200, it’s very easy to use and works great. At 8,000 DPI, the jitter seems to be noticeably more than the Viper V2 Pro, but perhaps the size made it harder to control. After 16,000 DPI, it’s practically unusable. For gamers, I foresee a DPI setting as low as 500 to 2,000 where as for casual users, a max of 4,000 would be ideal.

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Looking for a wireless gaming mouse that works better for left handed use? Check out our Razer Viper V2 Pro review by clicking right here.
The Good
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review
The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is one of the most highly acclaimed gaming mouse around as of late, and for good reason. For starters, it has shaved off roughly 25% of its weight and a shrunk down from its predecessor, resulting in a slimmer, lighter wireless gaming mouse that is still comfortable to rest your palm on. With the trend of FPS-focused gaming mouse leaning towards lightweight for speed, this certainly doesn’t miss out on it despite looking heavier than it actually is at just 63g. The new textured coating helps with grip, which is great to have if you don’t plan on using the grip tape.
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – Large PTFE feet
Combined with its large PTFE feet along with the tried-and-true Focus Pro 30K Optical sensor and Razer HyperSpeed Wireless technology, you get a smooth glide with insanely fast response time without sacrificing accuracy. In fact, you can reduce the input lag even further if you have the optional HyperPolling dongle, bringing you 4,000Hz polling rate wirelessly. This means it will detect movement once every 0.25ms compared to 1ms at 1,000Hz. Keep in mind that your battery will drain four times faster as a result. The 3rd Gen Razer Optical Mouse switches bring a lengthy life of 90 million clicks, which is always a plus.

Another major plus point of the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is the battery life. It’s noticeably longer than the Viper V2 Pro, with 12 hours of use every single day, I only charge it once every 7 to 8 days. If you don’t use it nearly as much, you could probably see it last 2 to 3 weeks per full charge. Furthermore, charging it is easy as you simply need to use a USB-C cable for it.
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – Razer Synapse
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – Asymmetric cutoff and other settings
Lastly, you do get quite a bit of options to customize the mouse to your liking. Using Razer Synapse, you have the usual options of remapping all the buttons, changing the polling rate, and adjusting DPI settings. Furthermore, you have the option to adjust tracking distance, enabling asymmetric cut-off, and tinkering with power saving options for added versatility. All of these will be saved in the on-board memory, so you can move from PC to PC while retaining all of your customizations.
The Bad
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – No RGB
The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is considered the perfect gaming mouse for a lot of people, but it does have its drawbacks. For starters, the design isn’t bad but it certainly is bland. Sure, the changes are positive for the most part but it looks like a plain black plastic mass with a small LED light. You have no RGB lighting whatsoever and the Razer logo is blacked out. Personally, I would have preferred the mouse wheel to glow and act as an indicator, but Razer likely went this route to maximize on energy efficiency. Realistically, any RGB lighting would be pointless for the most past since you’re not gonna be looking at your mouse while using it.
The next part is a small issue, which is that the mouse doesn’t come with a slot to store the USB dongle. If you only plan on using this with a single PC, that’s certainly not a problem but if you plan on bringing this with you wherever you go, not having this a built-in storage compartment for it means it can be easier to misplace the dongle. If you lose it, that’s the end of the road for you unless you plan on using it wired as it has no Bluetooth connectivity.
Looking at how the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is designed, you can tell that it lacks versatility in terms of its target audience. What I mean here is that it’s geared towards right-handed gamers who frequently play FPS games. If you’re a lefty, it’s just not comfortable at all and if you often play strategy games, MMORPGs, or other genres, the two extra buttons on the side might not do much for you. At that point, you will be looking towards something like the Razer Naga Pro or the Viper V2 Pro depending on your needs.
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review – USB-C port
While the lengthy battery life and use of USB-C is great, how the port is implemented is certainly not the best. The port itself is placed in a hole on the front of the mouse, which means the cable needs to reach deeper inside to connect. This also means the connector has to be small enough to fit inside the hole, otherwise it just won’t fit. This could limit the cables you can use with the mouse, but you can always stick to the included USB-C cable as you know that will always work.
Lastly, and this shouldn’t be a surprise given that it’s a premium gaming product, it is expensive. As of late, the Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro can be had for RM719 but that is far from cheap. You can opt for the equally-impressive Viper V2 Pro for RM50 – RM100 less, which will really make you consider your choices. If you fit in the category of gamers from my previous point, then I’m sure it will be worth your money.
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Verdict
Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro Review
The Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro is an excellent wireless gaming mouse but it’s only really worth it if you play a lot of FPS games and if you’re right-handed. Outside of it, you’re better off considering other wireless gaming mouse options as there are others, even within Razer’s own suite of products, that can serve you better.
At the end of our Razer DeathAdder V3 Pro review, I award this gaming mouse with our coveted Gold Pokdeward.

Big thanks to Razer Asia Pacific for sending us this mouse for the purpose of this review.
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The only smartphone in the world to sport an internal fan can be yours for just RM2199. If you pre-order, you will only have to pay RM500 as a deposit, with the remaining RM1699 to be paid on 21st June when the device is expected to be in stock.

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Pokdepinion: Damn my hand itches…
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Despite the announcement of the new variant, they have not reveal of the exact date.
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Pokdepinion: Hmm compared to the Lightening Black version, I definitely prefer this one more.
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Pokdepinion: I’ll be honest with you, I feel that the trailer was a bit ‘meh’.. It’s supposed to be set in World War 2, but I’m not getting that vibe here. Plus the trailer showed more cut scenes than gameplay than I would’ve liked. Hopefully it’ll be better than what I expect though.
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YTL Communications has altered the hotspot quota for its Yes Prepaid FT5G Unlimited plan. Initially, when it was introduced in mid-December 2021 along with the launch of the country’s 5G network by Digital Nasional Berhad, it came with a 9GB hotspot quota, which only applied to 4G connections. However, when customers used the hotspot with 5G connections, the quota was not affected.

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YTL later decided to change the policy by making the 9GB cap a combined quota for both 4G and 5G connections. This change is reflected on the Yes website’s First To 5G section and the Prepaid Data Add-On Terms and Conditions document dated 6th January 2023. However, on the Yes Prepaid Plans, Yes Prepaid FT5G Plan’s FAQ, and Yes First To 5G Campaign Terms and Conditions (dated 3rd February 2023) sections of the website, the combined hotspot quota is listed as 12GB.
The 12GB combined hotspot quota is also mentioned in the description of the FT5G RM30 Unlimited add-on within the MyYes app. If the hotspot quota is exhausted, customers can no longer use the function unless they buy the hotspot add-on, which starts at RM10 for an additional 10GB and goes up to RM50 for 50GB.
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Pokdepinion: The ones who aren’t happy with this would either prefer separate quotas for 4G and 5G, or want unlimited for 5G. This is going to be standard practice amongst all the telcos for sure.
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Pokdepinion: I haven’t done mine yet. I wonder if I should do it soon..
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ASUS TUF DASH F15 (FX517Z) Review – Glass Half Full

Let’s talk history. In 2020, ASUS and AMD shocked the gaming laptop world with its Zephyrus G14 laptop – a small laptop that has performance levels and battery life combination which previously unheard of in the gaming laptops, let alone the ones in the same size. Intel, at the time, had no answer: they saw their CPUs getting smashed in efficiency figures and the battery life is simply no match to AMD counterparts.
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Unboxing ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517Z-EHN090W)
Box Packaging – much less colors compared to the previous model.
Up front, the box tells you straightforward which kind of laptop sits inside – which says TUF Dash F15. Once opened, first you see is the laptop. Take that out and in the center sits the papers, while the cables (AC adapter and the power brick) are placed on either sides of the box, which you can reveal by pulling from the edge. In summary, you get these items:

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ASUS TUF Dash F15
AC cable
180W power brick
User guide
Quick start guide
MyASUS leaflet

Left: Closed lid; Right: Open lid
The laptop itself comes with new design – a brand new indicator lights now arranged in a X-shape formation marks a big departure from a row of four lights which has been present in almost every ASUS laptops for years by now. The lights section of the chassis are always exposed to the outside, both from closed and open lid positions.

The keyboard is now full-size unlike its predecessor – which lacked numpad. As this is a 15-inch chassis, fitting this much keys does mean the chassis edge sits very close to the outermost keys. No RGB though – this is white LED only. You get hotkeys above, pretty much ASUS-exclusive feature. Top right is the exposed intake – though I can’t tell where exactly it directs the air into as I can’t see what’s beneath the grille.

Bottom side is entirely new – gone is the old honeycomb design, and now it’s dominated by square and diagonal lines. Only parts of the bottom panel are exposed as air intakes – unlike other laptops which leave the entire bottom grille open for air intakes. It’s most certainly a design choice to avoid excessive dust accumulation over time. Bottom-firing speakers are also visible, placed right on the deck area.
From top to bottom: Right, Front, Left, Rear, Webcam (with microphone array)
On both sides we have I/O: bar a single USB-A on the right side, everything sits on the left. In ascending order: AC barrel plug, LAN port, HDMI, Thunderbolt 4 (which is labeled through a sticker, as it isn’t labeled on the chassis itself somehow… I guess it was an oversight?), USB-C with DP Alt Mode and USB-PD charging, another USB-A and headphone jack. Like most gaming laptops, exhaust is done through four channels – left, top left, top right and right side.
The camera on top is 720p – standard in laptops of this segment. One interesting design choice though is the sheer size of that lip… I don’t remember if I’ve ever seen any laptop that comes with a lip that huge.
Specifications
ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX157Z-EHN090W)

CPU
Intel Core i5-12450H (4P+4E – 8 cores, 12 threads)

RAM
8GB DDR5-4800, SODIMM single channel

Graphics
Integrated: Intel UHD Graphics (48 EUs)
Discrete: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti (75W+15W Dynamic Boost), with GPU MUX Switch

Storage
SK Hynix BC711 512GB (PCIe 3.0 x4)

Display
15.6″ FHD 16:9 IPS
1920×1080, 144Hz, 25ms response time
65% sRGB, 250nits brightness
Anti-glare panel

I/O
1x Thunderbolt 4 (supports display out – DisplayPort 1.4 routed through integrated graphics)
1x 3.5mm audio jack
1x RJ45
1x HDMI 2.0b
1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4 and PD 3.0 (100W max)
2x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
1x DC-in
1x Kensington Lock

Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 (Intel AX201)

Battery
76Wh

Power Supply
180W, barrel plug DC connector (supports 100W USB-PD charging)

Dimensions
354.9mm x 251.9mm x 19.9mm

Weight
2.0kg

Performance
All benchmarks here are performed under default power profiles unless otherwise stated. Certain benchmarks will be tested on multiple GPU modes.
CrystalDiskMark SSD Benchmark
What you see here is the performance of its onboard SSD, the model number traces back to SK Hynix BC711 512GB. Which is a PCIe 3.0 based GPU, a rather odd choice of hardware… cost-cutting is likely the reason for it though. That said, most NVMe SSDs these days perform more or less on the same ballpark – despite what the sequential I/O speeds may tell you. In fact, I found its Random read/write performance better than some PCIe 4.0 SSDs, so realistically you’re not losing performance despite running on an older PCIe protocol.
Cinebench R20
In Cinebench R20, this Intel CPU puts up some generally OK numbers – although it is definitely no Ryzen when it comes to multicore performance. The 4P+4E is not going to put up a fight against something like a Ryzen 7 6800U or a Core i7-1260P in terms of performance-per-watt, but it’ll handle the games and tasks just fine. The benchmark sees the CPU consumes 75W during the first few seconds of the test before settling down on 50W – which the cooling of this laptop handled just about fine, peaking at 96°C maximum.
Superposition – 4K Optimized
Superposition is next. Since this is a GPU-based test, we did two separate runs with the MUX switch turn on and off – both shows virtually no difference on scores and framerates, other than error margins. The VRAM bottleneck (this benchmark setting requires slightly more than 4GB VRAM, which the GPU was just short of) likely contributes to this. We saw GPU temps stabilize at about 85°C after a few runs – still within the thermal throttling limits.
3DMark Time Spy
Same goes to 3DMark Time Spy – both modes runs about the same with no discernible performance difference.
3DMark Port Royal
Since this is a RTX GPU (not that we recommend you to really use it at this performance tier), we’ve also thrown 3DMark Port Royal just to see what happens. Both runs are virtually identical, at virtually unplayable framerates (it hovers around 3 to 4 FPS during the demo run). Proceed with caution if you chose to enable ray tracing features in your games.
Gaming Benchmarks
Up next is gaming. All four games are run on their most suitable presets targeting 60-90FPS – with two sets of results based on MUX configuration (ASUS labels them as “Standard” and “Ultimate”). Keep in mind enabling MUX is a tradeoff – it disables the iGPU completely which will increase power consumption while running on battery. But with that you get a small performance bump (up to 10% as seen here) as your framerates get higher.
This setting is unlikely to bother you much if you play mainly sightseeing games that don’t run on super high framerates – but if you play eSports or FPS titles and needs all these frames, turn them on by all means. Switching MUX on and off will require a system restart.
PCMark 10
Next, productivity. One of the main selling point of this class of laptops is that you can game and work on the same machine – which the ASUS TUF Dash F15 gladly provides with solid amount of performance. The RTX 3050 Ti can handle some moderate video editing, just don’t try to push it too far when it comes to video resolutions.
PCMark 10 Battery Test – tested under “Optimized” (NVIDIA Optimus) mode.
Finally, battery test – for a gaming laptop, 8 hours 4 minutes is very good showing for this ASUS TUF Dash F15. Note that this run is done by “Optimized” GPU profile – you can push the runtimes even longer if you chose to turn off the discrete GPU entirely with “Eco” mode. Of course, given this laptop contains high-power hardware so if you decided to push it, just bring your charger along.
The Good

Despite its sub-20mm chassis, the thermal management has been good – no throttling seen in all tests. The 84-blade Arc Flow fans (carried from ROG’s models in previous model year) does help with the limited amount of heatsink surface area this chassis provides. The worst we’ve seen is 96°C and 85°C on CPU and GPU respectively – still a few degrees away from throttling limits. That said, the Armoury Crate app gives you option to adjust the fan profiles in Manual Mode if you want to keeps the thermals down, or crank the power up – the choice is yours.
Speaking of chassis, ASUS deserves credit for it: the chassis flex is very minimal, and the keyboard deck surface doesn’t pick up fingerprints like some other models do. I personally feel they have nailed both the engineering and the design of this chassis, so good job on that.
The keyboard and touchpad is just about what you would expect from laptops of this price range – you won’t have any major issues using it for long typing or web browsing sessions. Although I’d like to point out that cramming all these keys within a narrow-bezel 15-inch chassis seems a bit tight so your mileage may vary there. As for the keystroke itself, I’d give it a B. Key travel is good, and so is the tactile feedback – but I felt a tiny bit of mushiness when bottoming out and I’m not sure why.

The volume hotkeys up top now doesn’t require you to hold down for a second before it scrolls up or down, which is nice – but I personally would prefer a shorter hold time instead of removing it entirely as I have overshot the volume level a few times.
In terms of I/O, it covers all bases – HDMI, Thunderbolt, DisplayPort USB-C, USB-C charging, all the creature comforts from more premium laptops is pretty much present here. Though, you might just have to make do with seeing a lot of cables on your left side if you do wire up to a lot of peripherals – there’s just no space in the rear of the chassis to place these ports.
The Bad

There’s a few quirks you will have to deal with when daily driving this laptop. The most obvious comes from the fans – on low speeds, they don’t bother you much if at all; however when something calls for high fan speeds, that’s when you’ll start to realize what it means by “sounding like a jet taking off”. Once the fans break past 3000RPM or so you’ll start hearing a very high-pitch whine, and it will almost certainly be audible even wearing headphones.
As the budget-oriented line within ASUS’s gaming laptops, there are a few inevitable corners cut here. Most common ones comes down to displays and speakers – let’s address the display first. While for its intended purposes, which is gaming, it will do the job just fine – just don’t expect it to be capable of handling anything color-sensitive. This is a 65% sRGB display, which is not capable of reproducing the colors accurately.
Speakers on the other hand is subpar – while it’s unlikely that gamers will use speakers for gaming (they’ll be wearing headsets anyway), some users that I know of do use this type of gaming laptops as their editing or content creation machines – color accuracy notwithstanding. In most cases they consume content if they’re not working on active projects – and for that purpose, the speakers can’t reproduce bass, even after EQ tuning it’s just simply not there. Headsets is a must if you want proper audio out of this laptop.

Meanwhile, there’s zero RGB presence despite being a gaming laptop – not even a single-zone RGB. All you get is a white backlit keyboard that is pretty much the same as every productivity-based laptop out there – I wish they can at least provide single-zone RGB just because… it’s a gaming laptop after all, you know.
For this particular unit though, a single-channel 8GB RAM is definitely a no-go when it comes to gaming – aside from seeing games maxing out RAM right away, the lack of dual-channel bandwidth drags down the overall performance, especially on 1% lows which is more obvious as it is effectively causing stuttering issues. Another odd choice of hardware is the SSD – this particular SK Hynix BC711 runs on PCIe 3.0 x4 speeds, while it won’t impact performance realistically in most cases, one does wonder why PCIe 4.0 SSDs weren’t used here (which the CPU supports).
Verdict

I’ll put it this way: this year’s ASUS TUF Dash F15 has a good starting point. The chassis is great, I/O is solid, thermals are manageable, touchpad and keyboard are both definitely serviceable. That said, this model comes with multiple configurations in different price ranges – I highly suggest you compare them all against each other to determine what are the things you’re fine to sacrifice or otherwise. For this very unit that’s sent to us though, “glass half-full” pretty much sums it up. At RM4,799 – while some things are good, I feel like it definitely is capable of doing better.
At the end of our ASUS TUF Dash F15 (FX517Z) review, I award this laptop with our Bronze Pokdeward.

Special thanks to ASUS Malaysia for sending us this laptop for the purpose of this review.
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PS5 Variable Refresh Rate Will Only Be Coming Via Firmware Update

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The PS5 variable refresh rate feature is one of the few things that truly sets it apart from the previous generation. As such, a lot of gamers have been hunting for a new TV / monitor as you need one that supports the feature. Now, we know for sure that the killer feature will be coming via a future firmware update.
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It’s worth pointing out the part about “playing games that support VRR” as this would indicate that not every game will support the feature. Unsurprisingly, there are plenty of gamers who would this feature to be applied in every single game released for the next gen platform. With that being said however, there’s no official confirmation on which games will have support for the PS5 variable refresh rate feature.
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Once again, you will need a TV or monitor that can support the feature as not every display is capable of doing that. With year end sales and Black Friday coming up, it would be the perfect time to shop for one if you haven’t done so already.
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Pokdepinion: I personally expected the PS5 variable refresh rate feature to be included right out of the box. Not sure why there’s a need to lock it first but then again, the extra development work on games for it could be why.
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Rumours of the Redmi gaming phone specs have been circulating the interwebs for a while now. The latest batch of rumours are saying that the upcoming gaming phone from Redmi might feature MediaTek’s DImensity 1200 SoC as well as a 5,000mAh battery.
Redmi Gaming Phone: Dimensity 1200 SoC and 5,000mAh battery?

According to the rumours, the Redmi gaming phone will also feature Samsung’s E4 OLED display which will also feature a 144Hz refresh rate. It is also said that the display has a cutout at the top centre to accommodate for a punch-hole camera. The rumours further mention that Redmi’s gaming phone will feature retractable triggers similar to the ones found on the Black Shark 3 and Black Shark 4.

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Additionally, the phone’s 5,000mAh could be supporting a 67W fast charging technology. This is based on a Chinese Center 3C certification that passed the device with the model number MDY-12-EF.
Previously, Lu Weibing, the current president of Redmi talked a bit about their upcoming gaming phone on his Weibo account. He revealed that the Redmi gaming phone “will be more compact than mainstream gaming phones that are available in the market.” He even touched upon the phone’s philosophy and main design focuses. You can read all about that right here.
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Pokdepinion: I’m curious to see how the Redmi gaming phone will stand out when it finally releases. I’m also curious as to how the Dimensity 1200 chipset will perform when compared to other gaming phones that features Snapdragon chips.
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Looking to get yourself a new gaming mouse? The Logitech G Pro X Superlight pre-order is now up in Malaysia so if you’re looking for one with an emphasis on lightweight, this might be the one for you.
Logitech G Pro X Superlight Pre-Order Now Up in Malaysia

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Available in black and white colour options, the Logitech G Pro X Superlight is available for pre-order from 18th January to 20th January 2021. You can pre-order it on the Logitech Flagship Store on Lazada or Lazada Official Shop on Shopee with a price of RM649. You will also be getting a Valorant mousepad and a mouse pouch to carry it around with you for free.
Designed as their lightest Pro mouse yet, the Logitech G Pro X Superlight weighs less than 63g. It also features the Next Gen HERO 25K sensor for better precision, speed, and consistency, as well as the LIGHTSPEED wireless technology for performance that is comparable to using a wired mouse. To ensure a smooth glide, it has a zero-additive PTFE feet.
If you want to get this gaming mouse, click here to pre-order on Lazada or click here instead if you want to do it on Shopee.
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Pokdepinion: Well, guess I’m getting a new mouse for myself. How about you?
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New Trailer for Black Clover: Quartet Knights Released; Showcases Zone Control Mode

Bandai Namco has released a brand new trailer for the upcoming game, Black Clover: Quartet Knights, showcasing the Zone Control game mode for the multiplayer portion of the game.
New Trailer for Black Clover: Quartet Knights Released

The folks over at Bandai Namco has released a new trailer for their upcoming game based on the anime series Black Clover, Black Clover: Quartet Knights.
The trailer features one of the modes of the multiplayer suite of the game, named Zone Control. The objective is simple; capture the designated zone with your team, and hold it as long as possible to win the match.

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If you’re unfamiliar with the game, Black Clover: Quartet Knights is a “4 vs. 4 magic action-shooting third-person game” with online gameplay inspired by the anime with the same name. In case you’re wondering, it will also come with a single player storyline, even if very little is known about that for now.
For those of you who aren’t familiar with Black Clover on the other hand, there’s quite a bit of catching up to do. Simply put, it is a shounen manga / anime series but for a deeper insight, check out the synopsis as provided by MyAnimeList:
Asta and Yuno were abandoned at the same church on the same day. Raised together as children, they came to know of the “Wizard King”—a title given to the strongest mage in the kingdom—and promised that they would compete against each other for the position of the next Wizard King. However, as they grew up, the stark difference between them became evident.
When they reach the age of 15, Yuno is bestowed a spectacular Grimoire with a four-leaf clover, while Asta receives nothing. However, soon after, Yuno is attacked by a person named Lebuty, whose main purpose is to obtain Yuno’s Grimoire. Asta tries to fight Lebuty, but he is outmatched. Though without hope and on the brink of defeat, he finds the strength to continue when he hears Yuno’s voice. Unleashing his inner emotions in a rage, Asta receives a five-leaf clover Grimoire, a “Black Clover” giving him enough power to defeat Lebuty. A few days later, the two friends head out into the world, both seeking the same goal—to become the Wizard King!
The game will be coming to the PlayStation 4 and PC. No exact release date has been announced yet and we will be reporting on it as soon as information becomes available.

Pokdepinion: It’s a good time to be a weaboo with all these games in the works. If you haven’t watched Black Clover yet, go for it. It’s pretty entertaining.
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Do you still need dedicated sound cards?

I came from an era when sound cards are a vital component in any PC system. As time passed, motherboard vendors start including more and more impressive audio hardware onto their motherboards. The most common audio codecs we see are from Realtek, which are featured on every board from the highest end ones to the entry level ones. The dedicated sound card makers from the past like Creative are also gradually transitioning into other segments of the audiophile industry, considering how rarely does one ever say “I need to buy a soundcard” in recent times. But, is there is still a place for sound cards?
The Contenders
Today we will be looking at four different sound cards. Two USB DACs, a good ol’ PCIe sound card from ASUS and your run-of-the-mill Realtek ALC1150 on-board audio codec.
The SupremeFX audio during the Z97 era was powered by a Realtek ALC1150.
First off, the Realtek ALC1150. This was one of the best on-board audio solutions back then. While most boards now feature the ALC1200 or better, this was pretty good back in the day. Yes, in case you didn’t notice, we tested with a pretty old board. Please fund me a new motherboard. #NewBoardforVyncent

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We also tested one of our USB DACs from China. It comes in a pretty fancy metal enclosure which reveals the C-Media CM6631A DAC. It can deliver 192 kHz/32-bit audio, which is about as good as even top-of-the-line DACs can deliver.

The second USB DAC we have here is ASUS Xonar U3. It is much smaller, about the size of a regular thumb drive. Inside lies an ASUS UA100 USB audio chip, which is presumably based on a C-Media solution.

Finally, let’s take a look at the dying breed. The ASUS Strix Soar is a gaming-oriented sound card. It packs the C-Media CM6632AX, which is a much more advanced DAC capable of handling 10 output channels and 4 input channels.
The Challenge
To compare the audio solutions on hand, I recorded the output from all of them with a ZOOM F1 field recorder. Since we are testing gaming-oriented hardware, I will run Assassins Creed Odyssey and recorded the ambient noises in the game. The system volume will be set to 50%, with the recorded audio clip amplified by 15 dB for easier listening. We have also attached the audio clips below for your aural enjoyment.

As it stands, I believe we can all hear the difference, at least when comparing the ASUS Strix Soar versus the on-board audio. The amount of detail audible from the sound card’s results is quite noticeably higher as compared to the other solutions offered.
The USB DAC from China has also deteriorated to a point that it sounds like trash now. Although the hardware is fully capable of handling 32-bit audio, the lack of software support also meant that it was somewhat pointless, right from the start.
Conclusion
Is it worth spending money on a sound card in this day and age? We would say yes. The results speak for themselves. If you are mainly going to sit at your desk all the time, then you can consider PCIe sound cards like the ASUS Strix Soar. It offers the biggest improvement, but it also means if you one day decide to replace your desktop PC with a laptop, you will miss out on all that sweet audio.
We believe for starters, it would be a good option to invest in a good USB DAC. A good USB DAC can not only improve your PC’s audio, but also your smartphone’s. Since you do have to carry a dongle anyway, why not carry a USB DAC instead to enjoy better sound quality?
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The Kuala Lumpur Major Is Coming — Here’s How You Can Get Your Tickets

It was revealed yesterday that Malaysia will play host to the next Major, The Kuala Lumpur Major, where it will see 16 international professional Dota 2 teams battle it out to be champions.
The Kuala Lumpur Major
eGG Network and co-organizers PGL and Imba TV will be presenting the Kuala Lumpur Major, which is the first Major status tournament for the Dota Pro Circuit (DPC) 2018/2019 season.
The Kuala Lumpur Major will be held from the 16th to 18th November at Axiata Arena, where teams will battle it out for a total prize pool of US$1 million.

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For U Mobile customer, you can get 20% off the tickets during an exclusive Pre-Sale that’s already started until the 16th of September 2018. Sadly, these tickets are so attractive, that they’ve already sold out (yeah, we’re bummed out too).There’s also the Astro Pre-Sale tickets which offers 20% off too, Early Bird tickets which gives 10% and the regular priced tickets of course.

There’s three tickets to The Kuala Lumpur Major. Here’s the three categories;

Ancient – RM180 (free seating)
Divine – RM330 (free seating)
Immortal – RM600 (numbered seating, goodie bag, meet & greet priority lane)

*The prices listed here are Regular ticket prices
Public ticket sales will begin later from 17 September onwards with limited tickets available at early bird prices. For more information on ticketing and event details, you can head down here.
Pokdepinion: Well I’m hyped up for the Major! It’s finally coming here to Malaysia. Hope I can get the tickets though. You guys ready to see the world’s best Dota 2 teams battle it out? I know I am.

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Shopee Wins Exclusive Rights For Realme 2 Pro

Today, Shopee and Realme has signed an official Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which grants Shopee exclusive rights to Realme’s Realme 2 Pro in Malaysia.
Shopee Partners Up With Realme

The Realme 2 series made its debut in India where a whopping 200,000 units were sold in just 5 minutes. Aiming to do something similar or even greater here in Malaysia, Shopee was selected by the company to be their exclusive partner to launch their Realme 2 Pro during Shopee 11.11 Big Sale.

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Founded as a sub-brand from OPPO, Realme aims for the young and young at heart market with their devices.
We are thrilled that an exciting brand such as Realme has decided to work with us for their debut into the Malaysian market. Without a doubt, the brand is young, stylish and delivers strong performance at an affordable price. Moreover, both of us share a similar commitment to deliver the best quality and service to our customers. It is truly through partnerships like this do we solidify our position as the leading e-commerce platform in Malaysia, as without the support of our loyal partners, we would not be where we are today. Calvin Teng, Category Manager of Shopee Malaysia
Tiffany Teh, the Brand Manager of Realme Malaysia has said that they are confident that their exclusive Realme 2 Pro partnership with Shopee will fulfill and exceed its potential here in the country.
Realme 2 Pro will be sold exclusively on Shopee 11.11 Big Sale. The device boasts a 6.3-inch dewdrop full screen display and is powered by a Snapdragon 660AIE SoC, and it comes with up to 8GB and 128GB of internal storage. Pricing and further details will be revealed at a later date on its launch this 7th November.
You can visit Shopee to find out more or read on our previous coverage on Realme.
Pokdepinion: Seems like a pretty decent smartphone, now all we can do is wait to learn of the pricing.
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11street Strikes Partnership With Boost — Offers A More Seamless Online Shopping Experience

11street has recently join arms with Boost, where they aim to offer shoppers a more convenient way to pay for their online purchases.
11street x Boost Partnership

This collaboration between the two  is the first eWallet service to offer online shoppers the ease and security of both mobile payment and web payment options through QR code and pin entry on an eCommerce platform.

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Boost is an eWallet app which aims to create a seamless payment experience without the need of cash or cards. It is designed to simplify the online checkout process on 11street. With it, it eliminates the tedium of having to manually input payment and shipping information every time a customer wants to buy something online.
In addition to that, users can also enjoy instant shake rewards after each payment. Both 11street and Boost are also working on  an 11street storefront on the Boost app. Boost users will have instant access to the online marketplace by clicking on the Online Shopping feature on the app. They will then be redirected to the 11street platform where they can shope and make payment with their Boost mobile wallet.
That’s not all. To celebrate the partnership, they will be offering customers ‘Boosted Daily Deals’ on exclusive items, which is already running now. Deals include smart LED TVs, smartphones, speakers, power banks and more.
Furthermore, they are launching a ‘Win A Car’ Campaign, where you can stand a chance to win prizes worth up to RM86,000 including 11street vouchers, gtame consoles, mobile phones and the grand prize of a brand new Myvi. THis campaign lasts until the 30th November 2018.
For those who shop on 11street (from PC or mobile) or the storefront on the Boost app and make payment with the Boost mobile wallet will qualify for the campaign. Each shopper’s first purchase over RM40 paid with the Boost mobile wallet will entitle the shopper to one entry. Users will also be entitled to three additional entries for every subsequent RM40 that they’ve spend through Boost.
Pokdepinion: Nice to see that there are more options now to payment on 11street. Don’t forget to utilize your Boost app if you’re a avid shopper on both platforms to stand a chance on winning that Myvi :P
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ASUS ProArt PA27AC HDR Professional Monitor Review — A lot of features for the price!

Professional monitors can get quite expensive, with features that might not even be used by most users. And the ASUS ProArt PA27AC actually offers plenty of features like that. I mean, do you see yourself using Thunderbolt 3 input, or daisy chaining Thunderbolt devices together? Or really use the 100% sRGB gamut and Delta E <2 color accuracy to finetune the color of your images and videos? Well, I don’t. But if you do, this might be the monitor for you, and the ASUS ProArt PA27AC isn’t even all that expensive in the grander scheme of things.
Unboxing

ASUS used a white packaging which probably has the effect of allowing the image of the monitor to look even punchier. Or maybe the white is supposed to convey the “pro” intentions of the monitor. I don’t know. Both the front and back of the box are the same, so they will look equally good on a shelf regardless of how you orient it.

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While they kept the front pretty sparse, here on the side it is just absolutely jam-packed with all the features of the ASUS ProArt PA27AC. No where on this box do they go into detail about what does what, so I guess ASUS expects you to know your stuff if you are shopping for a ProArt monitor in the first place.

ASUS threw quite a lot into the box. Aside from the display itself and a full-motion stand, you get a variety of cables to take advantage of all the inputs available on this monitor. The power supply is built into the monitor, so you only get a power cable instead of a whole power adapter.

The most important defining feature of an ASUS ProArt monitor is its color accuracy. Each monitor is calibrated from the factory, and thus every monitor comes with a color calibration report in the box. Well, we will also be validating it, so stay tuned!
Appearance

The display panel itself has surprisingly slim bezels all around, and there’s no branding on the monitor part itself. You can make some nice multi-monitor setups with this. ASUS decided to keep it clean for the ASUS ProArt PA27AC, so you only see branding on the stand.

Aside from the necessary branding, the monitor stand’s base also sports a ruler of some sorts. Probably so you can measure stuff in a pinch? Jokes aside, the smooth silver finish and the chromed strip breaking up the monotony makes for a rather stylish looking monitor base.

The back of the monitor is probably much more visually interesting, with a black brushed plastic finish, which doesn’t exactly match with the premium-looking stand. The stand itself stands out in bright brushed aluminium, with a tasteful gold ring and a clear window to make it fit right into any designer’s room. Here the inputs are covered by the included plastic cover, allowing the ASUS ProArt PA27AC to offer a cleaner look from behind.
ASUS ProArt PA27AC Specifications

Panel Size
27″

Panel Type
IPS

True Resolution
2560 x 1440 (WQHD/2K)

Display Viewing Area(HxV)
608.6mm x 348.3 mm

Display Surface
Non-glare

Pixel Pitch
0.233 mm

Brightness
400cd/m2 (max)

Contrast Ratio
100000000:1 (ASCR)

Viewing Angle (CR≧10)
178°(H)/178°(V)

Response Time
5 ms (GTG)

Display Colors
16.7m (8-bit)

Color gamut
100% sRGB

HDR (High Dynamic Range) Support
Yes, HDR400

Maximum Refresh Rate
60Hz

Low Blue Light
Yes

HDCP support
Yes

Viewing modes
Standard, sRGB, Rec.709, Scenery, Reading, Darkroom, User Mode 1, User Mode 2

Adaptive refresh rate
Yes, over DisplayPort / Thunderbolt 3
48 ~ 60Hz

Signal Input
1 x HDMI 2.0a
2 x HDMI 1.4
1 x DisplayPort 1.2
2 x Thunderbolt 3 (1 x In, 1 x Out)
USB 3.0 Type-B (USB hub for 2 x USB 3.0 Type-A, 1 x USB 3.0 Type-C)

Earphone jack
3.5mm out

Power Consumption
25W (Max)

Chassis Color
Gray

Stand adjustments
Tilt: -5°~23°
Swivel: -60°~60°
Pivot: -90°~90°
Height: 0~120 cm

VESA Wall Mounting
100 x 100 mm

Weight
8.5kg

Performance
The brightness of the display when measured at 100% brightness in the Standard mode was 279cd/m2, although by default the ASUS ProArt PA27AC comes out of the box with the brightness set to 50%, which corresponds to a 206cd/m2. We will be performing our testing on the Standard mode at the latter brightness, as that’s what’s default. In the sRGB and Rec.709 modes, the brightness measured was 168cd/m2.
You can adjust the brightness in the Rec.709 mode, but the sRGB mode doesn’t allow you to touch any of the ASUS ProArt PA27AC’s visual settings. Turning on HDR and throwing the HDR/SDR brightness balance in Windows gets you the maximum 385cd/m2 in SDR content, but I can’t say that it is comfortable working with this brightness. Just leave it in auto and enjoy the monitor at the default 300 nits, with the extra brightness coming into play only when you are perusing HDR content.

Uniformity is good, with all nine regions passing the nominal tolerances. The lower right corner has the worst contrast deviation, although the dimmest region on the display is the upper right corner.
Color Accuracy

Standard
sRGB
HDR
Calibration with ASUS ProArt Calibration
Standard mode, calibration with DisplayCAL

Whitepoint
7161K
7152K
6228K
6585K
6413K

Average ΔE*00
1.66
1.3
2.32
1.9
0.37

Maximum ΔE*00
4.99
3.72
4.04
8.48
1.43

Color accuracy is pretty on point with the sRGB profile, although the whitepoint is slightly cooler than the D65 whitepoint. Interestingly calibrating with the ASUS ProArt Calibration software brought the whitepoint down closer to the 6500K mark, although the Delta E figures are significantly worse. DisplayCAL improved the color accuracy to an extremely good level.
Gamut

Gamut
Standard
sRGB
Calibration with ASUS ProArt Calibration
Standard mode, calibration with DisplayCAL

sRGB
Coverage
98.2%
93.4%
97.9%
99.0%

Volume
112.0%
94.3%
98.8%
116.5%

Adobe RGB
Coverage
72.1%
64.7%
68.6%
76%

Volume
77.2%
65.0%
68.1%
80.3%

DCI-P3
Coverage
79.3%
66.8%
70%
82.3%

Volume
79.3%
66.8%
70%
82.5%

For the gamut coverage and volume, we also tested multiple settings, including after calibrating with both DisplayCAL and also ASUS ProArt Calibration. While ASUS’ ProArt Calibration improved things over the built-in sRGB profile, the gamut coverage with the Standard mode was actually wider, before calibration with DisplayCAL further improved things. Overall with 99% sRGB, 76% Adobe RGB and 82.3% DCI-P3, the ASUS ProArt PA27AC doesn’t offer the widest gamut coverage out there, but it should suffice for most content creators looking for a monitor in this price segment.
User Experience

ASUS dubs this the world’s first 27″ HDR400 with Thunderbolt 3 professional monitor, and from that itself you would know that this monitor offers said interface as an input. It also supports 45W USB-PD charging and daisy-chaining with Thunderbolt 3, which makes it pretty convenient if you have multiple ASUS ProArt PA27ACs and a PC with Thunderbolt 3 capability.
There’s also a USB hub here, although due to the position, it is only suitable for stuff you won’t remove frequently like your peripherals. I do wish ASUS placed the hub over on the side of the monitor instead. Another thing worth noting is that the HDMI-3 port is the HDMI 2.0a port, so if you want to take advantage of HDR over HDMI, you will need to use the said port.

Over on the right edge of the monitor is where you find the controls. ASUS used their joystick for intuitive navigation around their OSD, which is actually quite feature-packed too. You can also see the perforations for the speakers here between the rear panel and the side frame. Very unintrusive design, very nice.

The UI will be familiar to anyone who has used any ASUS monitor in recent times. The multiple buttons are used as shortcuts, but the joystick is what you will mainly use to navigate through the huge array of settings and options on this monitor. There are a variety of profiles too, but I think for anyone who’s getting this monitor, the main modes will probably be the Default and the sRGB modes.
If you intend to enjoy your music or movies, don’t use the ASUS ProArt PA27AC’s built in speakers. They are rather soft, and lack the dynamic range to properly deliver whatever you are listening to. No bass, no highs, just an overall unenjoyable experience. ASUS should have probably just saved a few bucks and removed them entirely from the monitor.

With full tilt, swivel and pivot, you can adjust the ASUS ProArt PA27AC to maximize comfort and ergonomics. Here you can see the little plastic hook for cable management too. If you decide to swap out the stand for a VESA mount, you can too, with support for standard 100 x 100 mm mounting brackets. It’s nice that they are hidden away under the monitor’s including mounting bracket, as it offers a much cleaner look this way.
          Color Accuracy          Color Accuracy – settings            Supported calibrators          Uniformity            Settings
As an ASUS ProArt monitor, the goodies don’t stop with the hardware. There’s the ASUS ProArt Calibration software which writes the calibration settings directly to the monitor. Aside from calibrating for color accuracy, you can also calibrate the display’s uniformity. Results aren’t exactly great as evident from the test results, but the benefit is that the profiles are written to the display instead of having to rely on Windows to apply your color profiles. The following calibrators are supported by the ASUS ProArt PA27AC:

X-Rite i1 Display Pro / i1 Display Pro Plus
Datacolor Spyder 5
Datacolor Spyder X
X-Rite i1 Pro
KLEIN K-10/K-10A

Now the above list is quite interesting, because while the ProArt StudioBook One offered a similar calibration software option, somehow it only supported the X-Rite calibrators. That’s presumably due to the PANTONE Validation that the laptops go through, which is something the ASUS ProArt PA27AC misses out on.
Conclusion
With Thunderbolt 3 support for users with recent laptops, good color accuracy out of the box and a sleek design that won’t look out of place in a professional setup, sharp 1440p resolution, I do think that the ASUS ProArt PA27AC is a pretty enticing monitor for pretty much everyone.
The HDR support not only comes handy in creating and consuming HDR content, but can also come in handy for gamers. There’s adaptive refresh rate too, although I do believe few gamers would consider the ASUS ProArt PA27AC, with its 60Hz refresh rate. There are also much better gaming-focused monitors at this price.
Speaking of which, the ASUS ProArt PA27AC is priced at just RM2199, which is pretty affordable for a monitor with all the features mentioned earlier. I do think that those who want to take their content creation more seriously should consider getting the ASUS ProArt PA27AC.

Our thanks to ASUS Malaysia for sending us the ASUS ProArt PA27AC for review.

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Halo: The Master Chief Collection Is Making Its Way To PC

It was revealed at Inside Xbox livestream by Microsoft that Halo: The Master Chief Collection will soon be playable on PC. The game which includes Halo: Reach, will be available on the Windows store and Steam.

They’ve said that they will release one game at a time, starting with Halo: Reach and go in a chronological order afterwards. It seems that Microsoft wants to make it available as soon as possible (to play) instead of having to wait for the entire collection to be ready. You’d be glad to know that the games will run at 60fps and will offer 4K support.
Halo: Reach multiplayer will be available for free as an add-on for Xbox One players that already owns the collection. On the other hand, the story mode will cost extra. Unfortunately, Halo: Reach doesn’t have an official release date yet on either PC or Xbox One.

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The addition of Halo: Reach means that The Master Chief Collection will consist of every Halo games, except for Halo 5, and that every game in the series will be available on the Xbox Game Pass online subscription.
It was back in 2007 when a Halo game was made for PC, which was Halo 2. Ever since the game came out, the following Halo titles have been Xbox exclusives.
Pokdepinion: It’s been quite some time since I’ve played a Halo title. The last Xbox console I had was the Xbox 360, so it’s been awhile..
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Malaysia: ZOTAC Launches the GTX 1080 Ti; Available in 3 Different Offerings

ZOTAC’s is raising the stakes once more with their line of GeForce GTX 1080 Ti graphics cards.
The graphics card is the most exciting part of a computer for many people. Being able to game on high resolutions with high framerates is something you can brag about to your friends.
One of the hottest graphics card to trend lately is the GeForce GTX 1080 Ti. Today, ZOTAC launched their GTX 1080 Ti offerings, and it might be something worth considering for you guys who are looking to upgrade.

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ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti

From ZOTAC’s side, there will be 3 Geforce GTX 1080 Ti offerings; the AMP Extreme, AMP Edition, and Founders Edition. The AMP Extreme and AMP Edition will have be stronger than the Founders Edition as it has higher clock speeds.

The AMP Extreme ships from factory clocked at 1,645MHz/1,759MHz (base/boost). The AMP Edition on the other hand is clocked at 1,569MHz/1,683MHz(base/boost) In comparison, NVIDIA’s reference clocks are set at 1,480MHz and 1,582MHz for the base and boost speeds, respectively.
The ZOTAC GTX 1080 Ti AMP Extreme carries triple 90mm wide blade fans while the AMP Edition carries dual 100mm wide blade fans. Both versions will have 16 + 2 power phases to distribute the incoming power more efficiently, and is said to improve performance stability.

The IceStorm cooling system, which comes with a metallic ExoArmor with metal backplate that protects the delicate components, is said to be an improvement from previous graphics cards from ZOTAC and will be able to cool down the card more efficiently. ZOTAC also noted on the SPECTRA LED lighting system, which will allow users to customize colours and mood lighting with a wider colour spectrum and new lighting modes.

The ZOTAC GeForce GTX 1080 Ti AMP Edition will be retailing for RM3,769 while the AMP Extreme Edition will be going for RM3,999.

Pokdepinion: If you feel like the price is kinda painful, that’s mostly because of our currency. If you are in the market for a GTX 1080 Ti, it’s not too bad actually.
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AMD Radeon RX 670 and RX 680 are just around the corner

It seems like AMD is going to keep reusing the Polaris architecture which made the mid-range Radeon RX 400-series and Radeon RX 500-series GPU, but refreshes it with a process shrink for the Radeon RX 600-series GPUs. The upcoming Radeon RX 600-series GPUs are going to be manufactured on the 12nm manufacturing process.
The new Radeon RX 600-series are purportedly launching very soon, as early as mid-October. The new GPUs are apparently going to be codenamed Polaris 30, and the first GPU from the new series will be the Radeon RX 670. The Radeon RX 680 is expected to arrive later, sometime in November.

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The Radeon RX 670 is expected to still feature 2048 SP, and the Radeon RX 680 expected to feature 2304 SP, just like their predecessors. However thanks to the die shrink, AMD should be able to clock them higher than ever before without having to deal with excessive power consumption or heat output.
Without new a new GPU architecture, AMD will still be facing stiff competition from the new-cheaper NVIDIA GeForce GTX 10-series which still have faster designs. For AMD fans who want more performance, they will have to wait until the Vega 20 or Navi cards roll out on the 7nm process.
Pokdepinion: The only reason to get these cards are if AMD manages to produce them for cheaper.
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Here’s Everything That Launched With The PS5: From Launch Titles To Accessories

Unless you’ve been living under a rock these past few days, Sony has just released the full pricing and availability of their brand new next-gen console, the PS5. Alongside Sony’s new console which will be coming out this November, there will be a slew of new first-party launch titles as well as new range of PS5 accessories.

Together with the announcement of the new first-party titles, Sony has also revealed the price list of the new games which ranges from USD49.99 to USD69.99. Below is a full list of games that will be available on the PlayStation 5 at launch:

Astro’s Playroom (Japan Studio) – comes pre-installed on the PS5
Demon’s Souls (Bluepoint Games / Japan Studio) – USD69.99 (RM289~)
Destruction AllStars (Lucid Games / XDEV) – USD69.99 (RM289~)
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales (Insomniac Games) – USD49.99 (RM208~)
Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales Ultimate Edition (Insomniac Games) – USD69.99 (RM289~)
Sackboy A Big Adventure (Sumo Digital / XDEV) – USD59.99 (RM248~)

Sony also confirmed that some of these exclusive PS5 titles will see a PS4 version released as well which include Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Sackboy A Big Adventure, and Horizon Forbidden West. Furthermore, Sony stated that the PS4 digital editions of these games will include a free upgrade on both PlayStation 5 consoles, while the PS4 disc versions of these games will include a free upgrade on the PS5 with Ultra HD Blu-Ray disc drive.

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Sony also announced the PlayStation Plus Collection, a selected lineup of PS4 games that will be made available to PS Plus members to download and play on the PS5. The PS Plus Collection will feature some of the more popular and critically lauded titles, which include Batman Arkham Knight, Bloodborne, Fallout 4, God of War, Monster Hunter: World, Persona 5 and many more. For a full list of games featured, do head over here.
In addition to the PlayStation 5’s launch titles, Sony has also revealed a list of official PS5 accessories and their prices which will launch in tandem with the console. These accessories are:

DualSense Wireless Controller (standalone) – USD69.99 (RM289~)
PULSE 3D wireless headset – with 3D audio support and dual noise-cancelling microphones – USD99.99 (RM413~)
HD Camera – with dual 1080p lenses for gamers to broadcast themselves along with their epic gameplay moments – USD59.99 (RM248~)
Media Remote – to navigate movies and streaming services with ease – USD29.99 (RM124~)
DualSense Charging Station – to conveniently charge two DualSense Wireless Controllers – USD29.99 (RM124~)

For more information on the PS5, its launch titles and its accompanying accessories, do head over to the official PlayStation website here.
Pokdepinion: I’m hella excited for the PS5 release. November can’t come soon enough!
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Samsung 970 EVO 250GB SSD review — how fast do you wanna go?

Introduction
SATA SSDs are fast, but then there is the blazing fast PCIe SSD drives. And then there are the faster PCIe SSDs that are faster than most of their peers. Ladies and gentlemen, the Samsung 970 EVO falls in the latter category, packing Samsung’s latest V-NAND technology, which is their fancy proprietary naming for 3D NAND. We will be taking a closer look.
Unboxing

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The front of the Samsung 970 EVO 250GB’s packaging is as pretty as always, featuring a stylized shot of the Samsung 970 EVO 250GB, and huge text to let you know that you are get the 970 EVO NVMe M.2 V-NAND SSD. Never hurts to get more confirmation, you know.

The packaging is simple, but keeps the Samsung 970 EVO 250GB well protected from the rough life of transportation. Aside from the SSD itself, you also get an installation guide and warranty information booklet. Quite spartan, but that’s all we need, anyway.
Appearance

The sticker which covers the NAND and controller reveals most of the information you need about the SSD. A heatsink would have been preferable here, as Samsung’s PCIe SSDs are known to get rather toasty. Let’s check on that later. Do note that this is a M.2 2280 SSD, so make sure to check if your motherboard has space for it.

The other side is bare except for a sticker showing all the regulatory logos.
Specifications

Capacity
250GB

Interface
NVMe PCIe 3.0 X4

NAND Type
Samsung 64-layer 256Gb 3D NAND TLC flash

DRAM Cache
512MB LPDDR4

Controller
Samsung Phoenix

Rated speed
Sequential:
Read: Up to 3400 MB/s Write: Up to 1500 MB/s
Random:
Read: Up to 200 000 IOPS Write: Up to 350 000 IOPS

Endurance
150TBW

Dimensions
80.15 mm X 22.15 mm X 2.38 mm

Weight
8.0 g

Included accessories
Quick installation guide

Warranty
5 years

The Samsung 970 EVO 250GB sees the transition from Samsung’s 48-layer V-NAND to their newer 64-layer, as well as the latest Samsung Phoenix controller. Random performance looks really stellar, as does the read speeds. The sequential write takes a backseat though.
Testing Methodology
The Kingston UV500 960GB is tested as a storage drive on Pokde’s benchrig. I ran several synthetic SSD benchmarks and real-time transfer speed tests to determine the performance.

Processor
Intel Core i7-5820K

Motherboard
ASUS X99-Deluxe

Memory
4 x 4GB Kingston HyperX Predator 3000 MHz CL15

Storage
Kimtigo 120GB SSD

Power Supply
Cooler Master V850

Performance
Synthetic benchmarks

The numbers obtained here are around what Samsung claimed for the Samsung 970 EVO 250GB. No surprises here.

Even in AS SSD, the Samsung 970 EVO 250GB performs strongly. Those random speeds are really to die for!

The random write speeds we get in Anvil is just so awesome too, in fact better than the 512GB Plextor M9PeY PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD.
Real world

SSDs are now vital for faster loading times in recent games which loads massive assets before the games starts. We found the Samsung 970 EVO 250GB delivering better performance than most SATA SSDs in Overwatch, but gets middling performance in Battlefield 4.

If you thought the Samsung 850 EVO was pricey, this is even pricier. But when compared against the other PCIe NVMe SSDs we have tested, it does come in slightly cheaper. There are cheaper PCIe SSDs out there, but performance may be another matter altogether.
The thermals may be somewhat of a concern. After running the benchmarks, a quick glance at the temperature saw a maximum temperature of 82°C recorded. A simple heatsink would be great to keep the toasty SSD cool. The newer Samsung 970 drives are supposedly less prone to throttling than the Samsung 970 drives, but still, cooler is always better for electronics.
Conclusion
If you want a really responsive setup, with the quickest loading times out there, well, the Samsung 970 EVO SSDs are for you. But if you are just a gamer, well, a SATA SSD should suffice. But then again, who are we to tell you how to spend your money? For RM495, the Samsung 970 EVO 250GB is pricey, but they do have the performance to back it up. The question is, do you need all that performance?
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OnePlus Nord Phones Experiencing Random Factory Resets In Owners’ Pockets

Why is the OnePlus Nord factory resetting itself?

Some OnePlus Nord users are experiencing very random instances where their phones just start to randomly factory reset on its own. In a series of OnePlus forum threads, affected users of the OnePlus Nord stated that they felt their devices getting warm in their pockets and they pulled them out they noticed that their phone was in the midst of performing a factory reset all on its own. Some users in the forum even experienced their devices factory resetting multiple times.

Judging by the various reports made in the OnePlus forums regarding the issue, there doesn’t seem to be one specific cause for it which this all the more perplexing. A OnePlus Nord user stated that a representative from OnePlus has made contact with the user to say that they are working on a fix for the issue. However, the OnePlus representative could not offer an explanation as to why this issue is happening.

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Furthermore, according to some disgruntled OnePlus users, there are also other issues plaguing their devices such as their resarting on their own, freezing randomly and in some extreme cases, loss of data.
Here’s hoping that OnePlus offers a patch to fix these issues as soon as possible as this is a huge problem that could potentially give a bad impression of the OnePlus Nord as well as the brand itself in the eyes of users. In the meantime, we seriously recommend that all existing OnePlus Nord users back up all their data as soon as they can. Just because your phone hasn’t experienced any factory reset issues, doesn’t mean it won’t happen.
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Pokdepinion: Yeesh this is bad. Imagine the frustration of whipping out your phone from your pocket just to find that it had factory reset itself and all your data is gone. I would be extremely furious.
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Persona 5 Protagonist’s Name Revealed; Yes, It Is CANON

I’m sure many of you have played the popular J-RPG Persona 5 at this point. Well, if you’re curious as to what the protagonist’s actual name is, they’ve officially revealed it and yes, it is actually canon.
Persona 5 Protagonist’s Name Revealed

During a dedicated livestream, more information was provided about the new anime series dedicated to Atlus’ popular JRPG Persona 5.
First of all, we hear the official name that the hero will have in the anime. It’s Ren Amamiya (written 福山 潤). In the game, the hero has no official name, and each player sets his own. This is the same as Persona 4 and it’s anime series, in which the protagonist received the name Yu Narukami for the first time. The same name was then used for spin-off games like Persona 4: Arena.

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The series will simply be titled Persona 5: The Animation and will air in Japan in April 2018. You can see the first trailer at the top of this post courtesy of DailyMotion user Susan Beckerman. The official version is available on YouTube but unfortunately, it’s not viewable for people outside of Japan, so we included the DailyMotion video instead.
Persona 5 has shipped over 2 million copies worldwide and is a recipient of the User’s Choice PlayStation Award for 2 years in a row, which is a feat you don’t normally see. The anime is expected to be a big hit, especially among those who have played the game before.
The game’s Director Katsura Hashino went on to fund Atlus new team Studio Zero, with which he is working on a Catherine remaster titled Catherine: Full Body and a high-fantasy RPG codenamed Project Re FANTASY.
Pokdepinion: Well, I saw the name “Ren” and I immediately thought of Kylo Ren from Star Wars. Thank god he isn’t as whiny as he is. Well, if you’ve been curious about the protagonist from Persona 5, hope this satisfies it.
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MSI Introduces Custom AMD Radeon GPUs

MSI Presents Custom AMD Radeon RX 6950 XT, RX 6750 XT, and 6650 XT Graphics Cards

The new MSI graphics cards feature the groundbreaking AMD RDNA 2 gaming architecture, process optimizations, software and firmware upgrades, and high-bandwidth, low-latency AMD Infinity Cache memory technology, as well as 18Gbps GDDR6 memory.
The graphics cards also support Microsoft Windows 11 and Microsoft DirectX 12 Ultimate, AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR), AMD FSR 2.0 and AMD Radeon Super Resolution postprocessing technologies, and other advanced features that deliver visually impressive, high-refresh-rate gaming experiences.

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In the GAMING TRIO series, MSI incorporated its thermal DNA into the new MSI Radeon RX 6950 XT, Radeon RX 6750 XT, and Radeon RX 6650 XT GAMING TRIO series graphics cards. The TRI FROZR 2 and TWIN TROZR 8 thermal solutions, with triple and dual fan designs, are carried over to the GAMING series. The TORX FAN 4.0, which uses pairs of fan blades bound together with an outer ring design link that directs airflow into the improved heatsink underneath for optimal cooling efficiency, is critical for these coolers.
Only on the Radeon RX 6950 XT GAMING TRIO series, the nickel-plated copper baseplate boosts heat dissipation for the graphics cards and memory modules. The Airflow Control design enhances airflow dynamics through the heatsink, resulting in better thermals and quieter acoustics. Furthermore, Mystic Light adorns the graphics card’s outside, igniting colour in sync with the rest of the PC through Mystic Light Sync and Ambient Link, all controlled by the MSI Center software.

The MECH series introduces the MSI Radeon RX 6750 XT and RX 6650 graphics cards, now upgraded with MSI’s famous TORX FAN 3.0. The performance-focused MECH design retains the necessities needed to complete any activity, whether for leisure or work. The MECH card is suited for any PC build thanks to its strong cooling system, reinforced brushed-finish backplate, and sturdy industrial design.
For more information about the latest MSI AMD Graphics Cards, feel free to visit their website below:
Radeon RX 6950 XT GAMING X TRIO 16G
Radeon RX 6950 XT GAMING TRIO 16G
Radeon RX 6750 XT GAMING X TRIO 12G
Radeon RX 6750 XT GAMING TRIO 12G
Radeon RX 6750 XT MECH 2X 12G OC
Radeon RX 6750 XT MECH 2X 12G
Radeon RX 6650 XT GAMING X 8G
Radeon RX 6650 XT GAMING 8G
Radeon RX 6650 XT MECH 2X 8G OC
Radeon RX 6650 XT MECH 2X 8G
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Pokdepinion: More AMD GPU options by MSI. So many options to choose from!
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Canon Set For 11th PhotoMarathon – It’s That Time Of The Year Again!

Photo enthusiasts can look forward for Canon’s PhotoMarathon which will be coming this 9th September 2017 (Saturday)! This will be the 11th time that it is being held in Malaysia and the venue for this year will be at Berjaya Times Square, Kuala Lumpur. Open to Malaysians from all walks of life, photo aficionados should grab this chance and join!
As long as you have a camera, be it a compact, mirrorless, or DSLR, you are welcome to participate! The beauty of Canon PhotoMarathon is seeing people from all walks of life, regardless of level of (photography) skill, coming together for a common interest – the passion for photography. Being a leader in the imaging solutions industry, there is a certain responsibility on Canon not only to focus on ourselves, but to also contribute to the photography community in Malaysia. In that spirit, we highly encourage everyone to join on the excitement and be part of the photography community Andrew Koh, President and CEO of Canon Marketing Malaysia
Canon PhotoMarathon
This year’s PhotoMarathon will be the first time that a medal will be given to finishers of the event. Judging from the way that it looks, it’s certainly one of a kind. The best photo submissions will be reviewed and judge by renowned photographers Asmady Ahmad, Vincent Thian, and Fiona Lim.
Canon wants to be there for Malaysians who are looking to venture into photography for the first time, or to advance further to the next level. Everything we do, from providing Malaysians with the right photography tools to workshops, Canon PhotoMarathon is meant to create an environment that’s harmonious and fun for everyone. To make the experience more memorable, we are excited to announce that for the first time, we are awarding finisher’s medals to participants Jeffrey Kung, Head of Consumer Imaging & Information Division, Canon Marketing Malaysia
Prize of the contest is worth up to RM 54,000, including some of Canon’s latest cameras. The winner of the Open Category will enjoy an all expense paid trip to Japan worth RM 10,000 and the ability to participate in Canon’s PhotoMarathon Asia Championship with a brand new Canon EOS 6D Mark II DSLR camera. First prize winners for the Open Category and Student Category will take home a Canon EOS 77D and Canon EOS 750D DSLR camera kit respectively.

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Interested to join? You can join by registering online by clicking here or you can opt to register on the event day itself. The event will start at 9.00 A.M and finishes at 8.00 P.M. Registration period starts at 7.00 A.M. Participants are required to bring identification cards for registration purposes. The fee for joining is RM 30 for the Open Category and RM 20 for the Student Category.
Pokdepinion: Great platform for photo enthusiasts to showcase their talents. Let’s just hope that it doesn’t rain on the day itself.
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DayDream LED Cover Reviewed

Bored with plain white color since RGB mechanical keyboard appeared on the market? You might even had considered changing the LEDs to a different color on your mechanical keyboard, but it would be a lot of work, taking the whole thing apart, soldering new LEDs and of course voiding the warranty in the process. There are two ways to change your keyboard LED color, either buy a new RGB keyboard or go with a much cheaper and safer solution: the DayDream LED Cover for mechanical keyboard.

Image courtesy of a reddit user.

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Suprisingly I cant find any hint where are these keycaps manufactured, googled it and found nothing. But I was pretty sure they are from China manufacturer. I also tried to find it on local online marketplaces, Lowyat.net garage sales, Mudah.my, Lazada, Lelong and IPmart, you name it, none of which has it. So how did I get the goods? I bought it from banggood, a site which sells mostly items manufactured in China with low cost shipping all over the globe.

So lets get into the goods. I bought only 10 pieces just for testing, as I wanna see how the product works. Shipping took 13 days, excluding 2 days for debit process. Here is the picture DayDream LED cover.

Design

Yes its very small in size. First impressions will make you think, is this thing really worth MYR 6.00? Please check current currency for latest price.

Another angle shot.

The back of the DayDream LED Cover.

Installation is easy, remove you keycap and snap the DayDream LED Cover onto the switch. On the product description, DayDream LED Cover compatible with only Cherry MX Switch. Thus I’m not sure if it compatible with Kailh or other mechanical switch manufacturer.

Put onto Corsair K95 keyboard, this keyboard have 3 different brightness level. Tried with all 3 brightness setting, its really pleasant. The color went well and look good mostly in dark room condition. I put on arrow key, Windows Key, A, S, D, Q and E. Not on W key due dead LED.

Dead W LED, not just W but other LED starting to die after 1 year usage. Dear Corsair Malaysia, CanIHaveRGBKeyboard?

Conclusion
In conclusion, I’m very satisfied with DayDream LED Cover. Price wise it’s dirt cheap, especially when you factor in handling such a small item and sending it around the globe, it is not easy especially regarding packaging.
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Acer Malaysia Launches New Line of Laptops for Work, Learn, Creativity, and Play

At a virtual launch event today, Acer Malaysia has officially launched a new line of laptops designed for work, learn, creativity and play. Those laptops are the Acer Swift 5, Acer Swift 3, and Acer TravelMate P2.
Acer Swift 5

The new Acer Swift 5 is and ultra-thin laptop powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core CPU, up to an i7, with 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD and onboard 16GB LPDDR4X RAM. It also has the new Intel Iris Xe Graphics, which is said to let you handle video and graphics anytime, anywhere. It has a 14-inch Full HD IPS narrow bezel display with touchscreen support, and is said to cover 100% sRGB colour gamut. It’s also coated with Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass for added protection.

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For those of you who aren’t aware, the Acer Swift 5 is verified as an Intel Evo platform laptop, which meets hardware specifications and key experience targets for consistent responsiveness, instant wake, all-day real world battery life, and fast charging. It is said to be capable of running for up to 15 hours per full charge. Not only that, a mere 30-minute charge is said to give you 4 hours worth of video playback time.
To make it as convenient as possible, the Acer Swift 5 is only 14.95mm thin and weighs a mere 1.05kg. This is made possible thanks to the magnesium-lithium and magnesium-aluminum chassis, allowing for a durable build quality while still maintaining a lightweight body. Apart from that, it has Intel Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, Thunderbolt 4, and Acer Bio-Protection fingerprint solution for maximum convenience.
The new Acer Swift 5 is now available at all Acer official online stores and authorized resellers in Malaysia with a retail price of RM3,999. It will come pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home and Student 2019. If you purchase it before 31st December 2020, you will be entitled to redeem free gifts, including RM100 worth of Touch ‘n Go eWallet credits and personalized premium laptop sleeves. Every redemption will get you a chance to bring back prizes from a total prize pool of RM30,000, with Acer Malaysia picking a lucky winner every day from 1st December to 26th December 2020.
Acer Swift 3

Next up, we have the Acer Swift 3 designed for those with an active, modern lifestyle. It’s powered by up to an 11th Gen Intel Core i7 CPU with Intel Iris Xe Graphics. As for memory, it has 16GB onboard LPDDR4X RAM and 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD.
It uses a 14-inch Full HD IPS slim bezel display. It’s also very portable as it’s only 15.95mm thin and weighs a mere 1.2kg. Apart from that, it comes with Intel Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+), up to 11 hours of battery life, and has fast charge support that is capable of providing 4 hours of video playback time with just a 30-minute charging period.
The new Acer Swift 3 is now available in 3 colour options at all Acer official online stores and authorized resellers in Malaysia with a retail price of RM3,299. It will come pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home and Student 2019. If you purchase it before 31st December 2020, you will be entitled to redeem free gifts, including RM100 worth of Touch ‘n Go eWallet credits and personalized premium laptop sleeves. Every redemption will get you a chance to bring back prizes from a total prize pool of RM30,000, with Acer Malaysia picking a lucky winner every day from 1st December to 26th December 2020.
Acer TravelMate P2

Designed for businesses that want a secure yet reliable workhorse, the Acer TravelMate P2 is powered by the 11th Gen Intel Core CPU with Intel Iris Xe Graphics. It also has 1TB HDD, 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD, and up to 32GB RAM for memory.
What makes this special is that the build meets the MIL-STD-810G standard, which means it underwent rigorous testing for spill-resistant keyboard and shock-absorbent corners so it can withstand potential drops or bumps. As it is a business laptop, it has features that cater to that, such as the Trusted Platform (TPM) 2.0 HDD-level protection. You also have a fingerprint reader and Windows Hello for added security with convenience.
To ensure a smooth video conferencing experiencing, this business laptop comes with Intel Wi-Fi 6, a 720p HD webcam, dual microphones, and dual front-facing TrueHarmony speakers with keystroke suppression technology. Apart from that, it has USB Type-C, DisplayPort, and a backlit keyboard.
The new Acer TravelMate P2 is available at all Acer official online stores and authorized resellers in Malaysia with a retail price of RM2,699. If you purchase it before 31st December 2020, you will be entitled to redeem free gifts, including RM100 worth of Touch ‘n Go eWallet credits and personalized premium laptop sleeves. Every redemption will get you a chance to bring back prizes from a total prize pool of RM30,000, with Acer Malaysia picking a lucky winner every day from 1st December to 26th December 2020.
If you want to know where you can redeem the free gifts, click right here.
Pokdepinion: The temptation to buy a new laptop is quite strong.
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[Computex 2018] MSI brings it on hot and heavy — announces two new bezel-less gaming laptops, among others!

MSI @ Computex 2018

MSI is prepared to elevate your gaming experience with a whole array of gaming laptops, desktops, monitors, PC components and even a new gaming keyboard. As one of the leading Taiwanese tech brands, Computex 2018 is definitely a major event for MSI, and they want to impress. We would say they succeeded, but here’s what they had at Taipei.
New thin, bezel-less laptops

The MSI GS65 Stealth Thin is surely a head-turner, but the pricing is prohibitively expensive for most. MSI understands this, and they brought out the new GF63 series at Computex, packing the latest 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processor, GeForce GTX 1050 Ti graphics and up to 7+ hours of battery life, all with a 2.0kg weight.

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The MSI GF63 is designed to deliver an amazing gaming experience, aided by the updated MSI Dragon Center 2.0. Also on the agenda of the MSI GF63 is to make thin, light, portable gaming machines more accessible than ever before, so this baby is expected to be a great deal more affordable than the MSI GS65.

For those who desire a less gamer design with their laptop, there is the Prestige PS42. This laptop comes with the latest 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processors too, and NVIDIA GeForce discrete graphics into a chassis that is 15.9mm thin and 1.19kg light.

To address professional demands, there is even a fingerprint scanner embedded into the Prestige PS42. 10+ hours of battery life and a near-bezel-less display round off the list of features available with the Prestige PS42.
A tiny desktop with a huge load of performance
The MSI Trident A is the first compact desktop PC to feature an SFX power supply and a MSI graphics card in a 12-liter chassis. It’s compact dimensions belie the powerful performance within — the Silent Storm Cooling thermal system which utilizes three airflow streams to cool the major components when gaming. It’s outlook is also enhanced by RGB illumination on the outside and a tinted glass side panel to show off the innards.
Get a new view on things

The Oculux NXG251 series is the first gaming monitor with 240 Hz G-SYNC, with a 0.5ms response time TN LED panel. Aside from the insanely fast display panel, the MSI Oculux NXG251 will come with Mystic Light Sync, for customizable RGB illumination behind the monitor.

Meanwhile if curved monitors are more your thing, the MSI Optix MAG271CR and MAG241CR monitors come with curved 144 Hz VA panels for a fluid and immersive gaming experience. The new Gaming Echo feature introduces responsive RGB lighting that reacts to in-game audio and lighting effects for further immersion.
Build your dream game machine
Based on the AMD B450 platform, the MSI B450 TOMAHAWK is designed and optimized for 2nd generation AMD Ryzen processors on the AM4 platform. The extended heatsink, PWM and circuit design ensure optimal performance even during grueling all-night-long gaming sessions. Of course, there is Mystic Light RGB illumination and 10 preset LED effects for a customized look to go with your build.

If you are after more gaming performance, there is no better card for that than the MSI GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X TRIO. Three TORX 2.0 fans keep the high-end GPU cool, while Military Class certified components ensure reliability. The GeForce GTX 1080 Ti GAMING X TRIO also comes with customizable Mystic Light RGB illumination divided into three zones on the card.
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The Vigor GK80 GAMING keyboard is equipped with Cherry MX switches, RGB Mystic Light Sync and a full-sized wrist rest. The wrist rest doubles as a storage for the additional keycaps, preventing them from getting lost. Built upon a tough and durable aluminium frame, the Vigor GK80 GAMING will withstand everything you can throw at it.
Pokdepinion: Hopefully the GF63 is the first of many affordable light and slim gaming laptops. It’s high time we can enjoy both performance and portability, without having to rob a bank!
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Take The OPPO Reno5 #PictureDanceTogether TikTok Challenge And Win RM 11,000 Prizes!

To celebrate the recent release of the OPPO Reno5, OPPO is challenging everyone on TikTok to join in the #PictureDanceTogether TikTok Challenge. Participants can join dance duets with many KOLs including Ayda Jebat, Nabil Mahir, Chang Yong, ShuSen and more. The challenge also allows participants to also dance duet with their friends.

Those who participate in the #PictureDanceTogether TikTok Challenge will stand to win a total of RM11,000 worth of OPPO products and cash prizes. Only 13 winners will be selected for the most creative video with the best dance moves. Those who join the #PictureDanceTogether TikTok Challenge will get an RM100 discount promo code on the latest OPPO Reno5 Series. Here are all the prizes participants can stand to win.

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First prize: OPPO Reno5 x 1 + RM3,000 Cash Prize
Second Prize: OPPO Watch 46mm x 1 + RM1,500 Cash Prize
Third Prize: OPPO Watch 41mm x 1 + RM1000 Cash Prize
Consolation Prizes: Enco W11 x 10 units
How to join OPPO’s #PictureDanceTogether TikTok Challenge?
To join the challenge is pretty easy. All you have to do is follow the steps below:

Launch TikTok App and go to the Discover page.
Search #PictureDanceTogether to enter the HTC page.
Dance with your preferred KOL by clicking his/her video, then press the forward and select the Duet (Make sure the KOL is on the left side by switching the layout).
*You may also duet with your friend by clicking his/her video, then press forward and click on the Duet button.
Dance and record your #PictureDanceTogether friendship duet dance challenge video.
Publish your entry on TikTok and Instagram with the hashtag #PictureDanceTogether and #OPPOReno5.
Set your TikTok and Instagram profile to Public so your entry can be tracked.
Log on to the official #PictureDanceTogether website to submit your challenge entries and get RM100 off discount voucher for OPPO Reno5 Series 5G (Limited to 100 redemptions only).

The winner of OPPO’s #PictureDanceTogether TikTok Challenge will be announced this coming 23 March. To check out the terms and condition of the challenge, do head over to the official page right here.
Pokdepinion: Shake your booty online and win some cash for it. Doesn’t sound too bad a deal. Heck, maybe I’ll give it a try myself.
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