Thief Returns Phone To Victim After Mistaking It For OnePlus 9 Pro

Getting your items stolen is never a good experience, especially when it comes to smartphones. You’d think that once you’ve lost it, you’d never see it ever again. Well that wasn’t the case as a thief returned a stolen phone to his victim after mistaking it for a OnePlus 9 Pro.
Thief returns phone to victim
The incident happened to legal journalist Debayan Roy in India, where he has tweeted that a thief robbed him of his Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus. He was confused when the thief made a run for it yet returned back to him and said “Bhai mujhe laga One Plus 9 Pro model hai [Bro, I thought it was a OnePlus 9 Pro]”.  The thief then quickly ran away after leaving the phone behind.
It may seemed like a marketing stunt for OnePlus, but Debayan has denied any suggestion of it on his social media.

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Sporting a 6.7-inch LTPO Fluid2 AMOLED (120Hz) display, the OnePlus 9 pro comes equipped with a Snapdragon 888 chipset. Offering up to 12GB RAM and up to 256GB storage, the device comes with a quad camera setup at the back that consists of a 48MP main camera, 8MP telephoto lens, 50MP ultra-wide shooter, and a 2MP depth sensor.
Under the hood is a 4500mAh battery which they’ve included a 65W fast charger and 50W wireless charger. The OnePlus 9 Pro is priced from Indian Rupee 64,999 (~RM3616).
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Pokdepinion: Let’s just say that I’m the thief, I don’t think I’d be picky of what device that I’ve managed to snatch. He (the thief) must really want the OnePlus 9 Pro. It’s not like everyday that you’d see a thief returns a phone to its original owner.
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Spyro Reignited Trilogy Confirmed – Trailer and Release Date Revealed

Looks like the rumours and leaks were true after all. The remaster of our favourite purple dragon is real, and it’s now known as the Spyro Reignited Trilogy, remastering the first 3 games in the series.
Spyro Reignited Trilogy Confirmed

While rumors have swirled for the past few months, and rumours getting even more heated as we posted earlier today right here, it has officially been confirmed by publisher Activision that we will be getting a remaster trilogy of our favourite purple dragong.
The game will actually be titled Spyro Reignited Trilogy, and the game will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the long-running PlayStation series on September 21st 2018, just as initially speculated. The game will be launching for both PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

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As noted by the title, it’s Spyro Reignited Trilogy, meaning that it will be showcasing the 3 original games: Spyro the Dragon, Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage, and Spyro: Year of the Dragon. Just to make sure you don’t get confused, don’t expect any additions of the Skylanders series.
According to the game’s press release, the trilogy will focus on scaling up the decades-old original games to HD graphics, while staying faithful to its original iteration. As a throwback to the original, Tom Kenny, the original voice actor for the 2nd and 3rd game in the series, will be making his triumphant return.
However, the remaster will also add something to the mix, notably some Orb Challenges, mini-games and more. Additionally, the development team (Toys for Bob) will be working to update the controls from the original PlayStation controller to mitigate historical control and camera issues.
As mentioned above, the Spyro Reignited Trilogy will be coming to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on September 21st 2018 and retailing for USD$39.99. There has been no indication that the game will be making its way to either Nintendo Switch or the PC. You can check out the trailer at the top of this post.
Pokdepinion: I still haven’t changed my mind, I can’t wait for September and I’m already very excited for it.
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Get Rid of Annoying Ads On Your Phone With These Quick and Easy Steps

Let’s face it, no one really likes ads especially the ones that pop up on your devices. Not only do we have to contend with ads popping on our apps and social media but also ads that are embedded in some phones. We understand that these companies are just doing that to maximise their revenue. Fortunately, there are ways to get around this and disable those ads. You don’t have to do crazy things like hack your phone either.
Here’s how you can disable ads from your phone.
Disable Google Chrome Ads and Pop Ups
You can try some of these steps to disable ads from other parts of your phone namely your phone’s browser. Unless you’re using something like Opera or Adblock browser that have ad blocking features built-in. If you mostly Google Chrome as your main browser (like I do) then you’ll know that the app can get pretty heavy with the pop up ads and such. Here are a few ways to get rid of or at least most of the ads on Chrome.

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Step 1: Navigate to Setttings on Chrome and select Site Settings.
Step 2: Go to Ads and Pop-ups and Redirects sections and uncheck them.
Enable Data Saving On Chrome With Lite Mode

Lite Mode on Google Chrome is mainly used for one thing and that is to reduce the data you use when you browse. This is achieved by compressing websites through Google’s servers before Chrome loads them on your device. Furthermore, due to the compression, Lite Mode actually helps in omitting certain ads from pages that you visit. All you have to do to get to Lite Mode is to toggle Lite mode in Google Chrome’s settings.
ColorOS/realme UI

This will work for nearly all phones that run either ColorOS or realme UI. Just follow these simple steps below.
Step 1: Go to the Settings on your phone.
Step 2: Search for Additional Settings and tap on that.
Step 3: Uncheck the Get Recommendations option.
MIUI
Now for phones that use MIUI there a few extra steps you have to go through in order to disable some of their ads. This is because that MIUI has ads on different sections of the phone. At the core however, it’s pretty much like what we did with the ColorOS/realme UI. Here’s how to do it.
Disable MSA (MIUI System Ads)

Step 1: Enter the Settings to your device.
Step 2: Navigate to the Passwords & Security section.
Step 3: Uncheck the MSA option. There will be a notice that pops up when you do so but don’t worry about it. Just tap on revoke once the countdown ends.
Disable Personalised MIUI Ads

Step 1: Go to Settings on your MIUI device and tap on Passwords & Security. (If you’re already there right after disabling MSA then you can just skip this step).
Step 2: Tap on the Privacy section.
Step 3: Then tap on Ad Services.
Step 4: Uncheck Personalised Ad Recommendations.
Disable Ads on MIUI Stock Apps

Now for the record we know that MIUI comes with a lot of their own stock apps such as File Manager, Mi Video, Mi Music and so forth. Some might see them as an annoyance but in my honest opinion, I like most of them and I tend to just rely on these stock apps. Here’s how to disable the ads from the stock apps.
Step 1: Go in any of the MIUI stock apps and click on Settings.
Step 2: Tap on the About section.
Step 3: Uncheck Recommendations.
And there’s that. Pretty simple if you ask me. Hope these steps will help you in your quest for an ad-free phone experience. If you need more help we recently shared steps for you to disable YouTube Premium’s pop up ads. Check it out right here.
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Apex Legends: Here’s Why We’re Not Getting Titans YET

Given that Apex Legends is set in the same universe as the popular FPS franchise, Titanfall, many gamers want to see the addition of Titans in the popular battle royale game. As it turns out, it was actually considered but here’s why it hasn’t happened yet.
Titans in Apex Legends

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During a recent Apex Legends Season 11 preview event, there was a Q&A session with Respawn Entertainment which led to the question of Titans being include in the game. This is after making note that the new Storm Point map is 15% larger than World’s Edge, and asking if there would ever be a map large enough to accommodate the large machines.
Team Director at Respawn Entertainment, Steven Ferreira, the maps do have the potential to grow even larger but for Titans, the size of the map isn’t an issues. He confirmed that they’ve “tried Titans a few different times in building prototypes through Apex, there are some balance issues that Titans bring to the game that we have yet to find the right solution to.”
He then added on by saying that it doesn’t mean they won’t find the right solution, but increasing the size of the map will not be part of that solution. However, adding Titans after being 11 seasons in will be complicated as these machines could be easily too overpowered.
The good news here is that they definitely did think about adding them to Apex Legends, but it’s certainly not something that will be happening anytime soon. On the bright side, it’s good to know that they’ve tested it, so they don’t have make something from scratch in development. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
For now Apex Legends Season 11 is expected to launch on 2nd November 2021, featuring the new C.A.R. SMG from Titanfall that can use both light and heavy ammo, and the new legend Ash.
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Pokdepinion: I would personally enjoy a special boss battle mode where a bunch of players fight together against a Titan for a limited time. This would be a very fun event, especially if it can be played with specific group of friends like within the Club for instance.
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iOS 15.4 Reportedly Draining Batteries Badly

If you’ve been wondering why your iPhone seems have its battery drained fast since the iOS 15.4 update, you are not alone as it’s a legitimate issue. Here’s what you need to know.
Is iOS 15.4 draining your iPhone’s battery? You’re not alone

#iOS 15.4
S.O.S. @Apple
Battery draining too fast 🪫 pic.twitter.com/q3ttFwGN1a
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For iPhone users that have updated to iOS 15.4, you may be suffering from a battery drain issue compared to before. A good number of users on Twitter have shared their own experiences with the battery drain issue, which ranges from mild to rather extreme. This isn’t the first time Apple is facing this issue as it usually happens during major iOS updates, also rarely for mid-year updates.
It might not be necessary to wait for a new update or notify Apple necessarily. Usually when there is a new update, iOS will continue to optimize itself for a few days like removing junk files and optimizing battery. It will usually get better when it’s done with that process so hopefully, it will fix itself.
For those of you who aren’t aware, iOS 15.4 brings a host of new features, such as Face ID with mask on (since COVID-19 is still prevalent), and Universal Control, where you can control multiple Apple devices with a single keyboard / mouse.
If after a week, your battery drain issues still persist, that will be a good time to give Apple customer service a call. There might be some other underlying issues causing it.
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Pokdepinion: Mine isn’t particularly bad but since I’m a relatively light user, that might be why. I suspect it affects more of those who are practically on their iPhone constantly.
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Lost Ark Update Roadmap Shows Promising New Character Classes

New details have surfaced on the popular ARPG by Amazon Game Studios, Lost Ark, with the roadmap showing interesting new character classes. Here’s what we know thus far.
Lost Ark Update Roadmap: New Character Classes

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The developers of Lost Ark have shared the roadmap for updates for the next couple of months. For the first one that’s coming in April 2022, there will be a new Martial Artist advanced class called Glaivier. It’s the same as the Lance Master class but renamed for the global version.
The class has two skills sets; Focus and Flurry. There will be a variety of weapons to choose from so you can easily pick one that suits your style. Apart from that, we will also be seeing the South Vern continent, which requires Tier 3 and item level 1340 to access.
As for the May update, there will be a new Warrior advanced class called Destroyer. This class uses a hammer is great for players who would like to dish out damage to many people at once. We will also be getting the Trial Guardian Raids, which will see each player take their chances to fight against 3 Trial Guardians every week. This will yield more rewards than the usual Guardian Raids, which will make it more enticing to try.
Unfortunately, no specific release date was mentioned for these two updates as the developers chose to keep it a secret. Given the previous update, it will likely towards the end of April and May 2022. For now, we will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: Personally, I’m not sure if I will give the new character classes a try but if I ever get bored, why not. I just hope it would at least be worth the effort.
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Pre-order your ASUS GeForce RTX 20-series cards! Now to decide, one, two or three fans?

Disappointed that you couldn’t pre-order the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 or RTX 2080 Founder Edition cards earlier today? Well you can pre-order ASUS’ GeForce RTX 2080 and GeForce RTX 2080 Ti cards. Both the RTX 2080 and RTX 2080 Ti GPUs will feature similar cooler designs.

If you have seen the previous leak, the designs are all correct. The ROG Strix GeForce RTX cards will feature triple fan cooling and measure 2.7 slots thick. The Axial-tech fans feature a smaller fan hub and a barrier ring to increase airflow and air pressure through the beefy heatsink without increasing noise levels. The cards are also built using ASUS’ Auto-Extreme technology, a fully automated manufacturing process for a more reliable product.

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The ASUS Dual GeForce RTX cards will be just as chunky, but will feature two fans instead of three. The Wing-Blade fans here are carried over from the ROG Strix sereies and are IP5X-certified for dust resistance. The two fans can also shut down in low load environments for a truly silent 0dB computing experience. The heatsink here is also 2.7-slot thick, representing a 50% larger surface area for cooling, coming from the previous generation.

The ASUS Turbo features a blower-type cooler. The ASUS Turbo GeForce RTX 2080 Ti and RTX 2080 cards are designed for cases where space is a premium. Even when pressed up against another graphics card, the Turbo series can draw cool air and push hot air out of the case with its 80mm IP5X dual-ball bearing fan. The shroud has also been redesigned to allow more air to enter the cooler.
You can pre-order the cards now on NVIDIA’s official Lazada store, where the Dual GeForce RTX 2080 Ti OC Edition, Turbo GeForce RTX 2080 Ti, ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2080 OC Edition and Dual GeForce RTX 2080 OC Edition will be up for pre-orders.
Prices are as follows:

Dual GeForce RTX 2080 Ti OC Edition: RM6099
Turbo GeForce RTX 2080 Ti: RM5899
ROG Strix GeForce RTX 2080 OC Edition: RM4599
Dual GeForce RTX 2080 OC Edition: RM4099

Will you be getting one?
Pokdepinion: The ROG Strix’s fans look very interesting. Would love to see how well it cools in comparison to their other offerings!
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MSI X570 Motherboads Unveiled – Covering Enthusiasts, Gamers and Creators

The buzz on the AMD Ryzen 3 series gets noisier as MSI launched their AMD AM4 motherboards with X570 chipsets today in Bangkok, Thailand. MSI is covering the entire community delivering unprecedented performance to enthusiasts, gamers and even creators. Integrating the Frozr Heatsink design, Lightning Gen4 solutions, Core Boost with IR Digital VRMs on a Server-grade PCB, MSI is not budging from delivering nothing but the best to the masses.
MEG X570 GODLIKE
As usual, leading the pack is MSI’s MEG X570 GODLIKE that dominates gaming motherboards among their series delivering top-notch specifications catered not only to hardcore gamers but also enthusiast overclockers. Some of the exclusive GODLIKE features include Dynamic Dashboard with OLED display, Killer network solutions including Killer xTrend which is the latest Killer’s Wi-Fi 6 technology. The built-in Xtreme Audio DAC also delivers immersive audio experiences. The MEX X570 GODLIKE undoubtedly introduces the Frozr Heatsink Design, Extended Heat-pipe and double-sided M.2 Shield Frozr for the best thermal solutions which has always been MSI’s primary focus.
The Mystic Light Infinity II brings about new RGB lighting effects with infinity mirror reflection effects. Also included with the MEG X570 GODLIKE is a M.2 XPANDER-X Gen4 card that expands M.2 Gen4 SSDs and 10G Super LAN card for super fast network transfer speeds.

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MEG X570 ACE
Following the line-up is MSI X570 ACE for the gold lovers as it features a golden luxurious scheme with Mystic Light Infinity mirror reflections like the GODLIKE has. It features dual-LAN including 2.5G and Wi-Fi 6 for the ultimate connectivity solution. The MEG X570 ACE also includes Extended Heat-pipe design, connecting between the heatsinks, providing larger surface for heat dissipation. In the audio department, the Audio Boost HD delivers high fidelity audio with ESS audio DAC. The MEG X570 ACE is the motherboard hardcore gamers need without thinking much of what is sufficient.

MPG X570 GAMING PRO CARBON Wi-Fi
Now this motherboard is really beautiful. Why would it not be? It was inspired by supercars concept, something that MSI has been a huge fan of for years now. The MPG X570 GAMING PRO CARBON Wi-Fi (that really is its full name) is a high performance motherboard with intense speed look. Also features MSI Mystic Light for your preferred lighting color preferences, it gives you the option of million of colors with 29 LED effects. It also hones the latest Lightning Gen4, Frozr Heatsink Design and M.2 Shield Frozr so you’re not settling for anything less. Wi-Fi 6 AX technology is present too, and the pre-installed I/O shield makes this motherboard hard to resist.

MPG X570 GAMING EDGE WI-FI
Following the pack, is the MPG X570 Gaming Edge Wi-Fi motherboard that has an upgraded larger extended heatsink design for improved cooling. It also has an embedded I/O Shield for easy installation. If Wi-Fi 6 is not something that you are looking for, this board makes a perfect choice as it has an onboard Intel Wireless AC network option delivering up to 1.73Gbps high-speed network capabilities.

MPG X570 Gaming Plus
If building a gaming PC purely for gaming is your cup of coffee, the MPG X570 Gaming Plus makes a great choice. It provides an uncomplicated and essential platform for AMD Ryzen 3 builds. That doesn’t mean this is any inferior than its siblings as MSI has included the Frozr Heatsink, Extended Heatsink and M.2 Shield Frozr for the best thermal solutions.

Now, we are just scratching the surface here. The real performance of these boards would be known when we really put them to test. Which board would you like us to test out? Do let us know and we will have some playtime with it.
Pokdepinion: MSI has really stepped up their game hard this time around. Really looking forward to how these beasts will perform in real world!
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MasterAir G100M Launched – 7 Times Increased Heat Transfer Capacity!

Cooler Master has announce of the introduction of their newly released MasterAir G100M, which delivers a break-through design in heat transfer with Heat Column.
MasterAir G100M

With the Heat Column, it increases heat transfer capacity by up to 7 times of traditional heatpipes. It is able to transfer a massive amount of heat away from the CPU in the shortest distance possible. This break-through in terms of design enables low profile design to reach TDP of 130W that matches performance to your standard traditional heatsink coolers.

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Well as you can tell by the pictures already, the G100M offers RGB. To be precise, it uses an RGB 92mm (600-2400 RPM) with an additional ring illumination to create that immersive RGB style. In addition to that, the MasterAir G100M is certified and compatible with ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte, and ASRock RGB motherboards. This allows you to customize the lighting through the motherboard’s software.

If your motherboard doesn’t support RGB, worry not as it comes with a wired RGB controller. The G100M stands at just 74.5mm, making it able to fit for slim and tight PC cases (including mini-ITX cases) and despite its size, it has a cooling capacity of 130W TDP.
MasterAir G100M is now available in stores here in Malaysia with a price of RM149.
Pokdepinion: This makes an affordable option if you have little space in your rig and want lots of RGBae, so what are you waiting for?
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Computex 2021: Intel Core i7-1195G7, Core i5-1155G7 added to 11th Gen Tiger Lake lineup

In their Computex 2021 keynote, Intel announced two new 11th Gen Intel Core processors to expand their current lineup of mobile CPUs. They also unveiled the Intel 5G Solution 5000, a 5G modem solution to bring next-gen connectivity to laptops.
Intel Core i7-1195G7, Core i5-1155G7: More clocks!
The Intel Core i7-1195G7 and Core i5-1155G7 add extra choices for OEMs to integrate into their designs, with higher clocks than their peers. The new Intel Core i7-1195G7 clocks up to 5.0GHz and can maintain all-core boost clocks of up to 4.6GHz. Versus the previous top-of-the-line Intel Core i7-1185G7 that boosts up to 4.8GHz in single-core and 4.3GHz when all cores are loaded, this marks a rather significant uplift. The GPU is also slightly faster, going up to 1.4GHz, as compared to the 1.35GHz max frequency.

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However given the thermal and power constraints of the laptops packing these processors, we may rarely ever see the processors hit their intended maximum boost frequencies. We will probably see very few laptops featuring the new flagship Tiger Lake chip in the first place, as most laptops here in Malaysia are offered with the Intel Core i7-1165G7 instead of the Core i7-1185G7.
Meanwhile the Intel Core i5-1155G7 also boasts of higher max clocks than the Core i5-1145G7, but a more modest increase is seen here. Single core turbo goes up to 4.5GHz, a 100MHz increase, while multi-core boost gets bumped up by 300MHz to 4.3GHz. GPU frequencies have also been increased to 1.35GHz, over the 1.3GHz max frequency of the Core i5-1145G7.
You can see the new 11th Gen Intel Core Tiger Lake product stack below:
11th Gen Intel Core “Tiger Lake” processors Specs

Processor
Cores/Threads
Base/Boost Clocks (GHz)
All-core Boost (GHz)
Cache
Graphics
Graphics Max Frequency (GHz)
TDP Range
Memory

Intel Core i7-1195G7
4C/8T
2.9/5.0 (ITBM 3.0)
4.6
12MB
Intel Iris Xe, 96 EU
1.4
12 – 28W
DDR4-3200
LPDDR4x-4266

Intel Core i7-1185G7
3.0/4.8
4.3
1.35

Intel Core i7-1165G7
2.8/4.7
4.1
1.3

Intel Core i5-1155G7
2.5/4.5
4.3
8MB
Intel Iris Xe, 80 EU
1.35

Intel Core i5-1145G7
2.6/4.4
4.0
1.3

Intel Core i5-1135G7
2.4/4.2
3.8
1.3

Intel Core i3-1125G4
2.0/3.7
3.3
8MB
Intel UHD Graphics, 48 EU
1.25
DDR4-3200
LPDDR4x-3733

Intel Core i3-1115G4
2C/4T
3.0/4.1
4.1
6MB
1.25

Intel claims more than 60 designs will arrive on the market based on the Intel Core i7-1195G7 are coming soon, with laptops from pretty much every major OEM arriving by summer.
Intel 5G Solution 5000: 5G in laptops

Intel partnered up with MediaTek and Fibocom to bring 5G connectivity to laptops in a M.2 module. Capable of speeds of up to 4.7Gbps over 5G, the Intel 5G Solution 5000 expands the capabilities of Tiger Lake and upcoming Alder Lake laptops. Intel has worked with carriers worldwide to enable global connectivity in the upcoming laptops featuring the Intel 5G Solution 5000.
The first OEMs to offer laptops with the Intel 5G Solution 5000 this year will be Acer, ASUS and HP. More designs are expected to come in 2022.
Pokdepinion: At 5.0GHz, the Intel Core i7-1195G7 overlaps with the Intel Core i7-11375H. The latter will probably be able to sustain it longer as the designs featuring it usually tout much beefier cooling, but it is quite interesting to see Intel just slap 5.0GHz max boost clocks everywhere, and it is up to OEMs to design their laptops around it.
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ASUS ROG Strix GA35 and ROG Strix GA15 desktops available from RM4299 in Malaysia

While AMD Ryzen laptops offer desktop-class performance, the AMD Ryzen desktop processors deliver an unprecedented tier of performance usually reserved for HEDT platforms. With more cores and higher clocks, the AMD Ryzen 3000 series desktop processors serve up next-gen performance in the mainstream desktop segment, and ASUS is bringing all that horsepower to you with the ROG Strix GA35 and GA15 desktops.
ASUS ROG Strix GA35

For those looking for the ultimate AMD-powered gaming desktop from ASUS, this is it. The ROG Strix GA35 is a sizable rig, proportional to the horsepower available in this beastly system. Built to deliver maximum performance without sacrificing on style, the ROG Strix GA35 features aggressive-looking air vents in front that allow the components in it to run cool and quietly with abundant airflow within the multi-chamber chassis.

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ASUS offers up to AMD Ryzen 9 3900X processors, GeForce RTX 2080 Ti GPUs and 32GB of RAM right out of the box, with the possibility of further expansion too. The ASUS ROG Strix GA35 packs a AMD X570 motherboard supporting four sticks of RAM, but that’s not all. You can also throw in a PCIe 4.0 SSD to take your storage speeds to the next level. ASUS has equipped the ROG Strix GA35 with a 240mm liquid cooler to keep the CPU running cool, even when you are pushing the limits of your processor with heavy workloads over long periods.
ASUS ROG Strix GA35 Specs

Model number
G35DX-MY001T
G35DX-MY004T

CPU
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X @ 3.8 GHz (up to 4.6 GHz Boost), 12C/24T, 105W TDP, 7nm
AMD Ryzen 7 3800X @ 3.9 GHz (up to 4.5 GHz Boost), 8C/16T, 105W TDP, 7nm

RAM
32GB (2 x 16GB DIMM) 3200 MHz DDR4

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti 11GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 SUPER 8GB GDDR6

Storage
512GB PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD
2TB 3.5″ HDD

Connectivity
WiFi 5 (802.11ac 2×2)
Bluetooth 5.0

Power
700W (80 Plus)

Dimensions
279 x 433 x 501 mm

Weight
15 kg

Bundled items
ROG Strix Flare (Cherry MX Blue)
ROG Gladius II

Price
RM14 999
RM9999

The ROG Strix GA35 desktops will come with a ROG Strix Flare mechanical keyboard and a ROG Gladius II gaming mouse, so all you need is a monitor and a headset to start gaming.
ASUS ROG Strix GA15

The ROG Strix GA15 takes a step back and pares back on the specifications. It still offers the latest AMD Ryzen 3000 series processors, but the rest of the specifications are dialed down a notch. You can configure the ASUS ROG Strix GA15 with up to the AMD Ryzen 7 3800X processors and GeForce RTX 2060 graphics. On the bright side, the ROG Strix GA15 is also more compact and lighter than the ROG Strix GA35, with a built-in carrying handle to help you easily transport it.
ASUS ROG Strix GA15 Specs

Model number
G15DH-MY007T
G15DH-MY009T
G15DH-MY008T

CPU
AMD Ryzen 7 3800X @ 3.9 GHz (up to 4.5 GHz Boost), 8C/16T, 105W TDP, 7nm
AMD Ryzen 7 3700X @ 3.6 GHz (up to 4.4 GHz Boost), 8C/16T, 65W TDP, 7nm
AMD Ryzen 5 3500X @ 3.8 GHz (up to 4.4 GHz Boost), 6C/12T, 95W TDP, 7nm

RAM
16GB (2 x 8GB) 3200 MHz DDR4
8GB (1 x 8GB) 3200 MHz DDR4

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER 8GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER 4GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER 4GB GDDR6

Storage
512GB PCIe NVMe SSD
1TB 3.5″ HDD
256GB PCIe NVMe SSD
1TB 3.5″ HDD

Connectivity
WiFi 5 (802.11ac 2×2)
Bluetooth 5.0

Power
500W (80 Plus)

Dimensions
189 x 421 x 498 mm

Weight
10 kg

Bundled items
ROG Strix Flare (Cherry MX Blue)
ROG Gladius II
ASUS Keyboard
ASUS Mouse

Price
RM7299
RM5699
RM4299

The ASUS ROG Strix GA35 and ROG Strix GA15 are already available now with 3 Years of On Site Warranty. What are you waiting for? Go get your ASUS ROG Strix desktop featuring the latest AMD Ryzen 3000 processors!
Pokdepinion: The ROG Strix GA35 looks pretty good, but I think it’s still a bit on the chonky side. Perhaps a ROG Huracan with an AMD Ryzen 9 3900X under the hood would be more enticing…
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ASUS Zenfone 8 and ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip announced in Malaysia from RM2699

ASUS has finally made the ASUS Zenfone 8 and Zenfone 8 Flip available in Malaysia officially. The duo aims to cover as much ground as possible, with the ASUS Zenfone 8 being a compact 5.9″ device, while the Zenfone 8 Flip offers a Flip Camera along with a 6.67″ display.
ASUS Zenfone 8 – from RM2699

The ASUS Zenfone 8 is probably ASUS’ — and probably Android’s — answer to the iPhone SE. While it touts a relatively small 5.9″ display panel, it is packed to the brim with flagship specifications. This includes a Snapdragon 888 chipset, 120Hz AMOLED display, an optically stabilized 64MP main camera, all clad in a IP68-rated glass and aluminum chassis.

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ASUS will be offering two different models of the ASUS Zenfone 8, with the range-topping option offering 16GB RAM and 256GB storage for RM3299. You can view the specifications of the ASUS Zenfone 8 here:
ASUS Zenfone 8 Specs and Pricing in Malaysia

ASUS Zenfone 8

CPU
Snapdragon 888, 5nm FinFET
1 x Cortex-X1 @ 2.84 GHz + 3 x Cortex-A78 @ 2.42 GHz + 4 x Cortex-A55 @ 1.80 GHz

GPU
Adreno 660 @ up to 840MHz

Memory
Up to 16GB LPDDR5

Storage
Up to 256GB UFS 3.1, non-expandable

Display
5.9″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) 120Hz AMOLED display
240Hz touch sampling, 1100 nits, 112% DCI-P3, Delta E <1
Gorilla Glass Victus

Camera
64MP f/1.8 Sony IMX686, OIS
12MP f/2.2 IMX363 ultra-wide, AF, macro
8K24 video recording

Selfie camera
12MP Sony IMX663 selfie camera, AF

Battery
4000mAh
Up to 30W fast charging
QC 4.0 / USB-PD (charger included)

Dimensions
148 x 68.5 x 8.9 mm

Weight
169g

Ingress protection
IP65/IP68

Price
8GB+128GB: RM2699
16GB+256GB: RM3299

ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip – RM2999

Meanwhile for the ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip, we have a much larger display, which runs at a lower 90Hz refresh rate. The ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip’s main 64MP loses the OIS that its smaller sibling touts, despite offering an additional 3X telephoto camera, which also lacks OIS.

The larger dimensions also accommodates a larger battery, which is a 5000mAh unit in the ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip’s case. However for some reason, ASUS didn’t manage to find room for a 3.5mm jack here on the larger ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip.
ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip Specs and Pricing in Malaysia

ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip

CPU
Snapdragon 888, 5nm FinFET
1 x Cortex-X1 @ 2.84 GHz + 3 x Cortex-A78 @ 2.42 GHz + 4 x Cortex-A55 @ 1.80 GHz

GPU
Adreno 660 @ up to 840MHz

Memory
8GB LPDDR5

Storage
Up to 256GB UFS 3.1, expandable via microSD

Display
6.67″ FHD+ (2400 x 1080) 90Hz AMOLED display
200Hz touch sampling rate, 1000 nits, 110% DCI-P3, Delta E<1
Gorilla Glass 6

Camera
64MP f/1.8 Sony IMX686
12MP f/2.2 IMX363 ultra-wide, AF, macro
8MP 3X optical telephoto camera
8K30 video recording

Selfie camera
Same as rear camera (Flip Camera)

Battery
5000mAh
Up to 30W fast charging
QC 4.0 / USB-PD (charger included)

Dimensions
165.04 x 77.28 x 9.6 mm

Weight
230g

Ingress protection
N/A

Price
RM2999

Both the ASUS Zenfone 8 and Zenfone 8 Flip will be available at ASUS Digital Stores and Authorized Dealers starting today, with the 16GB+256GB variant of the ASUS Zenfone 8 offered exclusively on Shopee. You can get the devices via the following links:

ASUS Zenfone 8
ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip

ASUS is also currently running an Early Bird Promo that will get you a free SolidSuit Case by Rhinoshield for any purchase of the ASUS Zenfone 8 series. On top of that, you can also trade in your old ZenFone for an instant RM200 rebate off your new ASUS Zenfone 8.
Pokdepinion: I wonder how smol will the ASUS Zenfone 8 feel in my hands…
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BitFenix launching the BitFenix NOVA — Budget Evolved

BitFenix NOVA has made its first appearance in the last Computex event, and now it’s ready to hit the market with the tagline “Budget Evolved”. BitFenix NOVA delivers style, performance and silence whether you plan to build a basic office, home or gaming system.

Thank to the long air ventilation running along the sides the front case, it still provide plenty of airflow to cool the system and allows for the BitFenix NOVA’s top and front panel to have a simple clean and flat look while also preventing fan-noise from escaping the enclosure, and also helps keep dust where it should be — not inside.

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The BitFenix NOVA comes in two versions, a non-windowed and windowed side panel variants. With window side panel you can let others look at the guts of your beast, or just enjoy the view yourself. This would be a great feature to have if you frequent LAN parties.
On the front panel we can see a big power button smack in the middle, a USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 port, along with a microphone and a headset jack as well a small reset button. It also only has a single 5.25 inch bay cutout and nicely done aluminum BitFenix logo on the front.
A single dust filter is include at the bottom power supply bay to prevent dust from building up inside your power supply. The dust filter has good length and easy to take it off whenever you want to clean up the dust. the BitFenix NOVA also have four stand to lift the height, a good move which allow good air flow intake to the power supply. The BitFenix NOVA support four 3.5 inch drive slot two 2.5 inch SSD slot each horizontal and vertical and single 5.25.Supporting up to seven expansion slots, the Bitfenix can also fit longer graphic cards of up to 320mm in length. Any motherboard from mini-ITX to ATX form factors are supported. With a large CPU cut-out it’s more convenient to mount a cooler backplate, and talking about coolers, the BitFenix NOVA supports coolers up to 160mm tall, and if you are planning to install AIO coolers please note that it only supports one 120mm fan on the rear, which is the only exhaust for this case. One 120mm fan is included in the package.

BitFenix NOVA dimensions measure in at 183mm width, 437mm height  and 465mm depth. It also weighs 3.6KG which makes it a quite lightweight casing. BitFenix NOVA will be available soon in the market, if you have any inquiries please go to BitFenix Malaysia Facebook page. We still have no idea how much it will cost but we will know  soon enough.

Pokdepinion : I would love to see the rear fan support up to 140mm to allow for wider AIO options. Cable management will not be a problem as from looking at it, it does seem to have a good motherboard layout but there’s no cut-out for CPU power pin which may be a problem for some people who may be fussy about the aesthetics, but it can be solved with some extension braided cables. We at Pokde.net would love to be given a chance to review this casing after the availability in the market.

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First Come, First Served: Tower of Fantasy Codes for Gold Nucleus and SR Shards

We received a number of in-game reward codes for the popular gacha MMORPG, Tower of Fantasy. The code will yield a single Gold Nucleus and five SR Relic shards. However, each code can only be redeemed by a single account.
In other words, you’re going to have to be really quick to get any of these rewards as it will be used up very quickly. Without further ado, let’s get right into the codes.

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Tower of Fantasy Codes

5AA2DRU8O8L
5AA2DRUFTGJ
5AA2DRUF0Z2
5AA2DRUIZCO
5AA2DRUM0W6

How to Redeem Codes in Tower of Fantasy

In order to redeem them, you will need to go through story quests until you get the Gift / Present icon on the top-right screen. From there, all you have to do is:

Select the Gift / Present icon.
Select the “Rewards” tab on the bottom of the screen.
Select “Exchange”.
In the “Redeem via code” screen, key in the code and select “Confirm”
???
Profit!

Tower of Fantasy is currently available for free on PC, Android, and iOS.
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Rhys Will Be Voiced By Same Voice Actor As FFXV’s Noctis in Borderlands 3

I’m honored to announce that I play mustache Rhys in Borderlands 3.
I played all of TftB and greatly admired @TroyBakerVA‘s hilarious performance – his work is a true inspiration to me! I’m not a perfect voice match, but a new interpretation.
I sincerely hope you enjoy! pic.twitter.com/nbgESmBOXv
— Ray Chase (@RayChase) May 1, 2019

After the Borderlands 3 gameplay reveal event by 2K Games and Gearbox Software, we received an announcement that Ray Chase will be voicing Rhys in the upcoming game. For those of you who aren’t aware, Ray Chase is the same person who voiced Noctis Lucis Caelum in Final Fantasy XV.
In his tweet announcing his role, Ray said he found Troy Baker’s performance of the character in Tales from the Borderlands to be “inspirational” and that his own take on the character will be “a new interpretation.”

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This announcement follows Troy Baker telling fans that he was never asked to come back for the role. Gearbox CEO Randy Pitchford responded by saying that the Audio Director for the game asked him to come back, but Baker refused. After being asked about Pitchford’s response Baker said that he should “fact check” next time.
While fans of Troy Baker will probably have a hard time adjusting to Rhys’s new voice, it’s a good thing they picked someone of Ray Chase’s caliber to voice the character.
Borderlands 3 will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Epic Games Store on 13th September 2019.
Pokdepinion: I can already sense plenty of arguments on social media about this.
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Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro to be offered at less than RM2000 in Malaysia

It seems like Xiaomi Malaysia is going to surprise us again with another flagship killer. They have just teased on their Facebook page that the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro will be available for less than RM2000, which makes it one of the best value-for-money device yet, even besting the likes of the POCO F2 Pro.

It’s all the more interesting because Xiaomi Malaysia actually mentions the 8+256GB variant specifically, which is the highest-specced version of the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro. Here are the full specifications of the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro:
Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro Specs

Snapdragon 865, octa-core up to 2.84GHz, 7nm
Up to 8GB LPDDR5 RAM
Up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
6.67″ FHD+ LCD display, 144Hz refresh rate
108MP f/1.69, OIS + 13MP f/2.4 ultra-wide + 5MP macro camera
20MP f/2.2 selfie camera
5000mAh battery, 33W fast charging
8GB+128GB: €599 (~RM2916)
8GB+256GB: €649 (~RM3159)

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If you look at the prices announced during the launch yesterday, the Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro here definitely looks like an amazing buy. We aren’t sure if Xiaomi Malaysia will be making it a special early bird deal or whether it will sport a sub-RM2000 retail price, but in any case, it is going to be excellent value for money at that price!
Pokdepinion: Anybody wants to buy my 3-week old POCO F2 Pro?
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PS Plus April 2021 Free Games Lineup

Days Gone and Zombie Army 4: Dead War are your PS4 PlayStation Plus games for April, with Oddworld: Soulstorm also available for PS5: https://t.co/WlVLGGMOQg pic.twitter.com/nRH2euYAn1
— PlayStation (@PlayStation) March 31, 2021

It’s a new month today and that means a new lineup of new free games. Without wasting any of your time, here’s the PS Plus April 2021 free games lineup.
PS Plus April 2021 FREE Games Lineup

It seems that this time around, we’re getting a trio of games which includes Days Gone, an open-world action-adventure game that’s set in a harsh wilderness two years after a devastating global pandemic.

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The title is available to claim on PS4 along with Zombie Army 4 Dead War, a zombie shooter from the makers of Sniper Elite 4 where you fight to save humankind from undead Armageddon.
Finishing the list up is none other than Oddworld Soulstorm for the PS5 where you get to witness Abe’s horrifying conflict with a terrifying new machination. The game comes with fresh narative, a complete story retake inspired by the original tale. The game comes with new mechanics, twisted new devices, allowing for high explosive deviousness.
So those are your free games for PS Plus April 2021. All the games will be available for download starting on the 6th of April until the 3rd of May 2021. In case you’ve missed out last month’s offerings, head to the link right here.
Pokdepinion: Honestly speaking, I’m not such a big fan of Days Gone, seeing how my colleague reviewed it so lowly.. Zombie Army 4 Dead War kind of makes up for it though.
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Buy MSI HX Series Laptops, Redeem Free Steam Wallet Code by 30 Nov 2022!

MSI has extended the Buy and Redeem Steam Wallet programme until 30 November 2022, where consumers can get USD $100 or $50 worth of Steam Wallet with purchases of HX series laptops and selected gaming laptops.
Powered by the latest 12th-gen Intel Core i9 HX-series processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti, among the featured models are Titan GT77, Raider GE77HX and Raider GE67HX.

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You can view the full list of eligible laptops and redeem the rewards here.
Pokdepinion: Anyone fancying MWII with that $100?
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Taking a look into the Edifier S880DB; the stuff behind the good sound?

We have a nice partnership with Edifier for quite some time now. We loved most of their products. What we loved most about their products was that they offered some of the best value-for-money on the market right now. But what really got us thinking was the Edifier S880DB. We know it sounds amazing. But what kind of magic has Edifier crammed into it? Edifier claims an XMOS DAC inside, but packing it into a speaker and still just charging RM899 for it sounds too good to be true, so we decided to take the Edifier S880DB apart to take a peek at what’s inside.
On the outside

The Edifier S880DB is mainly finished in white, with light wood grain wood panels on the sides. This is a first for Edifier, which prefers to go with darker tones for their bookshelf lineup. The side panels are smoothly curved yet feature sharp lines at the four corners and three grooves running horizontally for a more dynamic look. There are no imperfections or gaps to be found here, with a smooth finishing on all surfaces, testament to the QC Edifier puts into their products.

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The 19mm tweeter is titanium-coated to give you the precise highs with stunning resolution without distortion even at louder volumes. Meanwhile, the aluminium 3.75″ bass drivers is capable of delivering powerful yet detailed bass. Working together, these drivers offer a dynamic listening experience, tuned to perfection with KLIPPEL GmbH’s feedback. The result is a smooth, balanced response over the entire frequency response curve from 55 Hz to 20 kHz.

For the analog RCA inputs and the digital Coaxial input, you get gold-plating on the electrical contacts. They prevent the ugly corrosion from affecting the conductivity of the inputs, which will also improve the durability of these speakers in the long run. Also you won’t have the wires connectors rusted into the jacks because gold is an inert metal.
Getting inside

Disassembly was a simple enough procedure. Just remove the 6 screws on the back and you have the whole console removable from the wooden cabinet. The cables to the drivers are soldered on so we will only be able to peek at the hardware inside.
XMOS DAC

True enough, we find the XMOS DAC chip, labelled XMOS U11690C20. Some googling shows us that this chip is the xCore 200 XU216 microcontroller unit (MCU). It offers the USB DAC feature while also doubling as the DSP. This very chip sets it apart from the other speakers in Edifier’s Signature series.
The USB DAC offers decoding of up to 24-bit/192 kHz inputs, allowing it to achieve the esteemed Hi-Res Audio certification. With the Edifier S880DB able to process the digital signal from your PC, Edifier skips the variability that is inherent when you take analog sources into account. As an end-user, you also save on the costs of getting a decent DAC. An equivalent standalone DAC with the XMOS DAC chip will set you back a fair sum, so you are really getting a great deal here.
Aside from its function as a USB DAC, it also doubles as the DSP. The four sound profiles — Monitor, Classic, Vocal and Dynamic — that you can switch between on the remote to suit your media? That is handled by this chip too. Being a DSP, it also handles the crossover functions, sending the signals separately to the dedicated TI TAS5754M Class D amplifiers. It also prevents any distortion resulting from the drivers being overdriven through dynamic adjustments for a smooth listening experience.
TI PCM9211 ADC

The TI PCM9211 ADC/DAC handles the other inputs, including the two pairs of RCA jacks, SPDIF, Coax and Bluetooth inputs. The decoding of the digital 24-bit/192 kHz optical inputs will also be handled here. It has a dedicated 24.576 MHz cystal oscillator to reduce audio jitter too.
Qualcomm CSR8645 Bluetooth receiver

This is a common Bluetooth receiver chip found on many higher end Bluetooth audio devices. It supports Bluetooth 4.1 with the AptX codec, allowing for higher quality audio over Bluetooth. This chip also supports the ubiquitous A2DP profile with the MP3, AAC and SBC audio codecs so it will work with any of your Bluetooth-enabled audio sources. AVRCP 1.4 allows you to control the music on your smartphone via the remote control, a feature which we tested and enjoyed.
TI TAS5754M Digital Class-D amps

For each of the drivers, Edifier has thrown in these TI TAS5754M digital Class-D amplifiers. The bass and treble channels are amplified discretely, with one of these chips for each of them. This ensures that the drivers have enough power to deliver their best with 12W for the tweeters and and 32W for the woofer. With the TAS5754’s 768 kHz PWM frequency for the output, the noise floor is effectively lowered while avoiding treble distortion especially at the upper limits.
Heatsink for the amps

Amps can get hot when driven hard. While this may not look like much, this aluminium heatsink is actually sufficient to cool the two TAS5754M digital amps as they are quite efficient. There is even a thermal pad for better heat transfer from the PCB to the heatsink. You can see that the solder is neat here with no loose joints or excessive solder. I really like the black PCB used here too, which is a good move by Edifier despite most manufacturers opting for the uglier green or brown PCBs when you can’t actually see the PCB during normal use. While PCB color does not directly indicate quality, black PCB just looks better.
Conclusion
Edifier packed the Edifier S880DB with high quality components while still charging a very reasonable price. It really is no wonder that they rank among our most recommend brands. Have you experienced Edifier products? Let us know in the comments!
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Yet another online platform to spend on here in Malaysia — choose from over 45 million products via the Amazon Shopping App!

You can now browse and shop over 45 million eligible items can be shipped from the United States. Amazon’s International Shopping experience is introduced via the Amazon Shopping App that is available for both iOS and Android mobile devices.
The app allows international shoppers to browse one of the largest online store in 5 languages including English and Simplified Chinese, with the ability to shop in 25 currencies. Our glorious Malaysian Ringgit is among the 25 currencies, making it easier to confirm the amount you have to pay upon checking out, without having to go through the hassle of converting the currencies.

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All you have to do to enjoy the International Shopping experience on Amazon is to:

Download the free Amazon Shopping App from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store
Choose the “Country & Language” option
Select “International Shopping”
Set your preferred language and currency

Products that do not ship to your location will automatically be filtered out, so you can skip the disappointment of adding a product to your cart, only to see it cannot be shipped to you. The International Shopping experience entails clear pricing, shipping costs and import duty estimates. Amazon coordinates with courier services for customs clearance on behalf of the customer, so customers only have to pay and wait for their purchase to arrive at their doorstep.

For starters, here the Essential Phone, priced at just $399, or RM1824.26, inclusive of shipping and import fees. Easy, right?
Pokdepinion: Shopping on Amazon has never been easier as a Malaysian. While I believe many will still prefer to head to Taobao for their stuff with the better exchange rate, Amazon is home to a stuff that may be exclusive to the US market but are now possibly accessible via Amazon’s international shipping.
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Zizan Razak Becomes Official Ambassador For honor 8X

honor Malaysia has today announced they’ve chosen local comedian, television host, actor and singer, Zizan Razak to be the official ambassador for the honor 8X.
Zizan Razak Official Ambassador For honor 8X
So if you’re a fan of Zizan Razak, you can catch him live as he is a part of honor’s 8X launch, where you can watch it live on 9th October 2018 at honor Malaysia’s official Facebook.
For more information on his role as the 8X ambassador, you can check that out here or go to their official Shopee shop for more updates.

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If you haven’t seen the honor 8X just yet, you can click the link right here to see our previous post on where we gave an outlook on the brand new device.
Pokdepinion: We will be there at the launch event. Stay tuned if you would like to know more about the honor 8X and what’s on offer.

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Waze Traffic Predictions For This Coming Hari Raya 2019

Traffic jams? Congestion on the road? Everyone hates them. With Hari Raya soon to come, how will the roads look like in the festive season? Well here are some traffic predictions offered by Waze.
It’s not surprising that with Ramadan soon about to end, the “Balik Kampung” period of people going back to their hometown to celebrate Hari Raya will see congestion on the road.
Based on Waze’s 2018 data and in conjunction with the Raya school holidays, Waze predicts an increase of 18% more active users on the road versus what is normally observed during a normal week, marking more Malaysians will be on the road.

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If that’s not a problem already, the next one is. Waze suggests that there is an expected increase of 15% in average time Malaysians spend on the road, totaling to 83 minutes on the road. So that’s more people on the road and the longer they are on it.
In addition to the predictions, they are also offering some tips on how to deal with the traffic this Raya. They are suggesting that drivers should leave Waze on when you drive to get real-time traffic data to help you gauge your driver time more accurately.
You are also advised to select your routes before driving. Doing so will help you check your route that will offer the fastest arrival time. Last but not least, play some tunes, regardless of any audio streaming service or even your car radio to make your drive a more enjoyable experience.
Pokdepinion: Not having a ‘Kampung’ has its pros and cons, I guess.
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Recently, we had the Genshin Impact Half Anniversary celebration as the game officially turned 6 months old. However, this made a lot of gamers upset. What happened and why did it turn out this way? Let’s find out.
Why Genshin Impact Half Anniversary is Making Gamers Upset?

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Every gacha game will occasionally some form of celebratory event from time to time. Usually, the game will give you some form of freebies or bonuses as part of the celebration, most notably the item or currency used to roll the gacha. Unfortunately for the Genshin Impact Half Anniversary celebration, nothing was announced for it.
As a result, many gamers are unhappy about the whole situation. It’s not necessarily the majority as there are various opinions on the matter, but a lot of people are arguing about different aspects of it. One thing’s for sure, you can find plenty of disgruntled gamers on Twitter, Facebook, Reddit, and more.
Interestingly, there were multiple notable gamers who were speculating on what could miHoYo offer as part of the Genshin Impact Half Anniversary celebration, and “Nothing” had one of the higher votes overall. This would indicate that many gamers were expecting as much, although there should be some amount that voted it as a joke.
With that being said, there is a chance that miHoYo could still announce some new things for it, like some free Primogems among other items. We’ll report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
Genshin Impact is currently available for free on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch port will be coming sometime in the near future.
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Pokdepinion: I have spent a lot less time on this game so I personally don’t mind, but I am also pretty certain if I was as active as before, I would be upset if there was nothing being given out. Would need a bit more incentive to get myself hooked even further.
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Waze Now Fully Integrated With Apple CarPlay

Waze has announced today of their integration with Apple CarPlay in an attempt of decreasing traffic on the road and make driving a more safer experience.
Waze Now Integrated With Apple CarPlay
Being one of the first navigation apps on CarPlay, the Waze integration will let CarPlay users the opportunity to seamlessly use Waze features directly from their in-car display.
Users will be able to download the Waze app and navigate to their destination with ease. You can simply connect your iPhone to a CarPlay supported system using a USB cable or wireless connection (if available), drivers can search destinations, select a preferred route, report traffic issues, and more, just like what you can do from Waze itself.

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If you aren’t used to using Waze, you can organize everything you need in one viewing screen before you head out, including the ability to check alternate routes and receive visual and audio alerts to stay informed of the current conditions on the road.
Waze for Apple CarPlay will begin rolling out from today, 26th of September 2018.
Pokdepinion: Lucky iPhone users…. I think?
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Samsung’s market share in North America increases as overall smartphone shipments drop

Smartphone shipments are dropping globally, and the North American market sees no different. The region’s total smartphone shipments has dropped by -18% year on year this year, and while brands like LG and Apple suffer, not every brand is having a bad time. Samsung, Lenovo and surprisingly TCL sees growth despite dropping smartphone shipments.

Samsung managed to eke out 3% more shipments last quarter than in Q1 2018, but sees a massive 6.1% increase in market share in the same period. This is at the expensive of smaller brands that have a much harder time competing against big name brands like Samsung.

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The Samsung Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10e are the main contributors behind Samsung’s growth, with each of them making up 6% of the total North American smartphone shipments in Q1 2019. That equates to more than 4.3 million units of the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10e shipped in total, which is really impressive. The iPhone XR is still king though, with a 13% grip on the total smartphone shipments last quarter.

It’s worth noting that HUAWEI is banned in Canada and the US, which might also have been a factor in Samsung’s dominance in the North American market. HUAWEI has been experiencing meteoric growth globally, with a 50% increase in shipments in Q1 2019 and captured a whopping 19% market share.

It’s still undeniable that Samsung has packed the Samsung Galaxy S10 with a slew of innovative features. It has one of the best displays in the market yet, top-notch video and photography capabilities. It’s definitely a lot more than what the competition (at least what’s available in the North American market) has brought to the market.
Pokdepinion: Usually Samsung’s Note series do better than the Galaxy S series, so let’s wait for Q4 2019 results!
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Samsung Galaxy Note 7 battery disaster is finally solved

Following several months of in-depth investigations included 700 engineers, over 200,000 devices, and 30,000 batteries for over 3 months of intensive internal test. Samsung Electronics today announced the cause of the Note7.

DJ Koh, President of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics, shared detailed results of the investigation and expressed his sincere apology and gratitude to Galaxy Note7 customers, mobile operators, retail and distribution partners and business partners for their patience and continued support.

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Koh was joined by executives from UL, Exponent and TUV Rheinland, leading independent industry groups that conducted their own investigation into various aspects of the Galaxy Note7 incidents.

Based on what the company learned from the investigation, Samsung implemented a broad range of internal quality and safety processes to further enhance product safety including additional protocols such as the multi-layer safety measures and 8-Point Battery Safety Check. Samsung also formed a Battery Advisory Group of external advisers, academic and research experts to ensure it maintains a clear and objective perspective on battery safety and innovation.

“For the last several months, together with independent industry expert organizations, we conducted thorough investigation to find cause to the Galaxy Note7 incidents.” Koh said, “Today, more than ever, we are committed to earning the trust of our customers through innovation that redefines what is possible in safety, and as a gateway to unlimited possibilities and incredible new experiences.”

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HONOR Magic4 Series Debut at MWC 2022 Globally

Global technology brand HONOR just unveiled a brand new line-up, the HONOR Magic4 Series, at the Mobile World Congress 2022 happening in Barcelona, Spain. At the top of the line, we have the HONOR Magic4 and HONOR Magic4 Pro. These revolutionary smartphones are then followed by a new HONOR Watch GS3 and HONOR Earbuds 3 Pro, giving the current portfolio of smart life products an innovative boost.
An Introduction to the New HONOR Magic4 Series

George Zhao, CEO of HONOR Device Co, Ltd, stated that “the all-new HONOR Magic4 Series redefines excellence across design, display, camera, performance and security and aims to solve users’ pain points as well as create a magical product experience for users around the world”.

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The HONOR Magic4 Series features:

HONOR Magic4 Series:

Comes equipped with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage.
Powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 and backed by industry-leading Qualcomm 7th Gen AI Engine and Cortex-X2 CPU Architecture, HONOR OS Turbo X combines hardware and software to increase fluency, anti-aging, and battery consumption.
Users may also enhance and edit the aesthetic of their films with cinematic colour tones in HDR clarity using the series’ Cinematic 3D LUT (Look Up Table) features.
Comes available in Black and White as well as two new colours – Cyan and Gold with more colours on the way.

HONOR Magic4 Pro:

Symmetrical “Eye of Muse” design with a 6.81-inch LTPO Quad-Curved Display and ultra-thin bezels for an immersive movie-like viewing experience, complete with a very comfortable grip. The screen supports clever refresh rate of 1Hz to 120Hz that supports diverse content formats and boasts the highest PWM of any LTPO screen ever made. It’s also IP68 3 certified, which means it’ll keep you safe from dust, rain, and water. It may also be immersed in water up to 1.5 metres deep for up to 30 minutes.
Features a powerful multi-camera tech that combines a 50MP Wide Camera, a Ultra-Wide Camera, and a Periscope Telephoto Camera that delivers optical and digital zoom across the full focal length range.
Powered by ultra-large 4600mAh battery and SuperCharge that lets the smartphone go from a 50 percent charge to 100 percent in just 30 minutes. It also has the newest HONOR Magic UI 6.0, which provides a smart life experience with a variety of upgraded, customizable functions.
Introduces a brand-new Privacy Calling feature driven by Directional Sound Technology and backed by AI. The smartphone also uses 3D facial recognition and Qualcomm’s 3D Sonic Sensor Gen 2 fingerprint security to ensure high levels of security and protection.

HONOR Watch GS 3:

A stainless steel smartwatch with built-in GPS for outdoor sport activities and heart rate monitoring.
Comes with optical sensor modules as well as 100 workout modes to choose from.

HONOR Earbuds 3 Pro:

Includes a dual-driver design delivers on superior sound quality and noise cancellation call performance. Users can enjoy immersive music and in-depth sound while gaming or on conference calls. First in its industry, the true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds has innovative temperature measuring capabilities that allow you to closely monitor their health.
Comes in Midnight Black, Ocean Blue, and Classic Gold.

The HONOR Magic4 Series’ will be priced at EUR899 (RM4,187) and can increase for the Pro version while the HONOR Earbuds 3 Pro will start at EUR199 (RM926) in which the availability will be announced at a later date.
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Pokdepinion: The AI call feature looks pretty neat and I’m curious as to how the triple camera performs on the Pro model.
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Pokemon Masters Mobile Game Coming Later This Year

The Pokemon games have been widely popular on handheld systems like the Nintendo Gameboy. Ever since the launch of Pokemon GO, it saw a huge potential for the series in the mobile gaming space. You can look forward to yet another mobile game as Pokemon Masters has been officially announced.
During The Pokemon Company’s broadcast related to new projects in the franchise, the company shared the first details on its upcoming mobile title Pokemon Masters, which will be coming to mobile sometime later this year.
Developed by DeNA, the game will be coming to both iOS and Android and will largely revolve around the trademark battling between Pokemon characters. However, as the name implies, Masters will also heavily revolve around players battling against all of the previous Gym Leaders and trainers from the past Pokemon games.

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The core concept of the game was inspired by the desire to include all of the past trainers and gym leaders from past games, as players will take them on against some of their most well known Pokemon. Shown in the trailer during the broadcast, the footage featured some of the most iconic Gym Leaders such as Brock and Misty, while also featuring some familiar faces from the more recent Pokemon titles.
While no firm release date was confirmed just yet for Pokemon Masters, The Pokemon Company stated that more details on the game will be revealed next month, so we don’t have to wait too long to find out more about the game.
Pokdepinion: I know a whole bunch of you would be more than happy and ready to sink your teeths into this one. Count me in as well.
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Hey Spotify Lets You Control Your Music Hands-free Soon

While you could use your voice assistant (such as Siri, Alexa, Google Assistant, and the likes) to play a song on Spotify, the company has decided to introduce their own hands-free option with Hey Spotify.
Hey Spotify to roll out soon
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Hey Spotify as you might’ve expect, allows you to control the music streaming app simply by voice commands. There is a downside however as it appears that you will need to leave the app open for the feature to work.
The feature is rolling out to both Android and iOS devices, where it has been in the works for over a year. There’s no specific dates announced of when it will arrive to devices here in Malaysia but should it arrive, the app will prompt you to give it a go. You can also toggle it manually by heading to your settings and then microphone permissions, once it becomes available of course.

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Pokdepinion: The first thing that I thought of when I saw the news is that we might be seeing audio products to come with the Hey Spotify feature. I guess it’s kind of handy overall when you’ve got your hands full.
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Sony MUTEKI MHC-V90DW now officially available in Malaysia at RM2999

If you have been following our website closely (which automatically gives you a PokdeAwesome badge), you would have seen our post last month on Sony’s MUTEKI MHC-V90DW unveiling. Well, today, it’s officially available in Malaysia and you can purchase it at your nearest Sony authorized resellers.
Today, I got the chance to witness this monster which is almost as tall as I am (I’m 185cm by the way) and delivers earth shattering audio. The Sony MUTEKI MHC-V90DW is Sony’s latest take on high power audio system. You might be thinking what could be innovated anymore on high power audio system, but the Sony MUTEKI MHC-V90DW is some next level thing.

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First of all, you can wirelessly daisy chain up to 10 of these beasts. That means, get 10 of these, and the power cable is the only wire that will be coming out of these monsters. They will automatically synchronize over 2.4GHz Wi-Fi band and the audio will be totally in beat flawlessly. If you want to have more, using wired connection, you can inter-connect up to 99 pieces of Sony MUTEKI MHC-V90DW together! That’s some stadium level audio blasting!

Secondly, if you don’t want to fiddle with the digital controller that is built on board of the Sony MUTEKI MHC-V90DW, you can control the whole system using the mobile application – which is available both on Android and iOS. This, by the way, also includes the DJ functionality including tonnes of effects.

I’ll not elaborate much on the features as we have highlighted most of them in our previous post already, but the input connectivity of the Sony MUTEKI MHC-V90DW is seriously remarkable. You really don’t need any intermediate amplifiers or digital channels. It’s just plug and play. Need to use a microphone? Just hook the jack up and you’re ready to go.Fancy sounding like a female, while being a male? You can even manipulate the audio output to simulate different voices. Got a guitar tune playing in your mind and just want to try it out? Hook up the guitar and you’re all set! USB? Check! Auxiliary? Check! DVD? Check! Bluetooth? Check! Mobile streaming? Check! FM? Check! Can think of something else? It probably already supports it!
It also weighs around 60kg and comes with its own caster for moving around. Priced at RM2,999 per piece, this is definitely one high power audio system to have around!
Pokdepinion: Dear Santa……..
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This Is How Much Storage You Need For Red Dead Redemption 2

Remember how big GTA V was when it was launched back then? Well it’s been spotted on the Microsoft Store on how much of a space you’d need for Rockstar’s upcoming Red Dead Redemption 2.
Red Dead Redemption 2 Storage Needed

Found on the Microsoft Store for Xbox consoles, it lists down the game to require as much as 88.57GB which is quite big to say the least. It should be somewhat similar to what you’d need for the PS4.
Where else for PS4 Pro users, it was revealed that you’d need 105GB, which was reportedly seen on the Red Dead Redemption 2 PS4 Pro bundle. This might mean that Xbox One X will require the same amount. Do note that since both PS4 Pro and Xbox One X version could be downloading some extra textures, to take full advantage of 4K TVs, hence the bigger capacity.

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The size of storage needed isn’t much of a surprise to be frank, as it was quite similar to what Grand Theft Auto V needed when it came out. There’s also the fact that RDR2 is large, where even Rockstar Games co-founder Dan Houser has even said that the full campaign will last about 65 hours, with more to do in the open world.
Pokdepinion: Well at least now I can roughly estimate how much space I’d need to clear off. Maybe I should get an external hard drive..
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Samsung Introduces World’s First DisplayPort 2.1 Gaming Monitor, Odyssey Neo G9

With resolutions beyond 4K 144Hz that current crop of flagship monitors runs at.

Samsung starts off its CES campaign with the world’s first gaming monitor that supports DisplayPort 2.1 standard – the Odyssey Neo G9. To recap – DisplayPort 2.1 is the newest standard which supports up to 4K 480Hz or 8K 165Hz coupled with DSC (Display Stream Compression). Accordingly, this massive 57-inch display sports a super ultra-wide 32:9 display which has a resolution of 7680×2160 – effectively dual-4K monitors stacked side-to-side.

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Samsung Odyssey Neo G9 (side view).
Samsung also claims the refresh rate goes up to 240Hz – though it didn’t specify whether if this is on the native dual-4K resolution or requires lower resolutions (such refresh rate at this resolution is still within DP 2.1’s bandwidth limits). It’s also HDR1000 certified courtesy of mini-LED array which spans across the 1000R curved panel.

On the same press release, the company also revealed new and updated models in other lineups. That includes Odyssey OLED G9 – a dual-QHD, 32:9 49-inch curved monitor that runs at 240Hz; Viewfinity S9, a studio monitor that rivals Apple’s Pro XDR Display with 5K resolution and smart color calibration. The Smart Monitor M8 also receives a new version that is scaled down to 27-inch on top of the existing 32-inch model.
Source: Samsung Newsroom
Pokdepinion: Just exactly how big 57″ actually is? A whole desk?
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[UPDATE] Steam is experiencing a global outage

Steam is down now, with users being unable to login to their Steam. The outage is reportedly global with gamers around the world reporting issues with connecting to the Steam network since 12am today.
It has been down for approximately two hours and I have yet to be able to login to my Steam account for some quick Warframe action. Do share with us if you are facing issues with Steam too, or if you are not experiencing any problems.
*UPDATE 2.20 a.m. (GMT +8): Steam appears to be back online! I have successfully logged in to Steam.

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Pokdepinion: Steam ran out of… steam?
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MasterAir MA612 Stealth series now available in Malaysia from RM339

Cooler Master has just announced the availability of their latest air coolers, the MasterAir MA612 Stealth series. There’s the sleek, stealthy MasterAir MA612 Stealth, and the less stealthy MasterAir MA612 Stealth ARGB. Both feature a fully-blacked out aesthetic, with black fins, black heatpipes and black fans, letting you match them with just about any build out there.

Performance is courtesy of six heatpipes connected to a nickel-plated base to quickly remove heat from your CPU. Then the two SickleFlow 120 fans included with the MasterAir MA612 Stealth makes quick work of dissipating the heat. The only difference between the MasterAir MA612 Stealth and MasterAir MA612 Stealth ARGB are their fans — the latter has the SickleFlow 120 ARGB fans, while the non-ARGB version gets standard black fans.

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The MasterAir MA612 Stealth series feature an improved mounting mechanism as well, which simplifies the installation process. Speaking of which, RAM clearance is also a non-issue, due to the asymmetrical design of the MasterAir MA612 Stealth. A brushed aluminum top plate shows off the Cooler Master logo while also hiding away the pointy bits of the heatpipes for a cleaner look in your build.
MasterAir MA612 Stealth Specs

CPU socket compatibility
Intel LGA 115X / LGA 1366 ~ LGA2066
AMD AM2 ~ AM4 / FM1 ~ FM2+

Heatsink dimensions
129 x 112.2 x 158 mm

Fan(s)
Size
120 x 120 x 25 mm

Quantity
2 pcs

Speed
650 ~ 1800 rpm

Airflow
62CFM (max)

Air pressure
2.5mmH2O (max)

MTTF
160 000 hours

Noise
27 dBA (max)

Warranty
5 years

You can get the MasterAir MA612 Stealth now at RM339, while the MasterAir MA612 Stealth ARGB is priced at RM389.
Pokdepinion: It’s great that Cooler Master is still offering an option for those RGB haters still holding out in 2021.
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Warframe, Gear Tactics developers may be acquired by Tencent

I believe every gamer would have heard about the glorious game that’s Warframe, the one game that’s ridiculously grindy but still fun for most people. Digital Extremes, the developers of the game, are also quite nice in the way that the game gives you some advantage when you spend real cash on it, but not in a game-breaking kind of way. You can easily keep up without spending a single sen. However that might change once Tencent gets a say in things.
Tencent is reportedly in talks with Leyou Technologies, the holding company that owns Digital Extremes and Gear Tactics developers Splash Damage, regarding a possible acquisition deal. Tencent owns stakes in multiple game companies, including full ownership of Riot Games, as well as small stakes in Activision Blizzard and Ubisoft. They also have a pretty big share in Grinding Gear Games, the developers behind Path of Exile.
While Tencent’s games usually pack quite a bit of microtransactions in the mobile space, other platforms are generally fine. Tencent reportedly gave Grinding Gear Games the right to operate autonomously, without changing the microtransaction structure of Path of Exile. We might see a similar approach once Tencent gets control of Digital Extremes and Splash Damage. Fingers crossed that Warframe doesn’t change!

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Pokdepinion: I do look forward to see what Tencent can bring to the table…
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[TGS 2017] Square Enix’s Left Alive Gets Trailer; Gameplay Footage Included

After hearing about the new game ‘Left Alive’ which had a similar art style to Metal Gear, we actually get a trailer with gameplay footage for the game.
Square Enix’s Left Alive Gets Trailer

Square Enix announced Left Alive at Sony Interactive Entertainment’s press conference at Tokyo Game Show, but they didn’t really show much besides a brief teaser.
Today, we have a clearer idea of what the game is about as they have released the first full trailer of the game, that will benefit from the character design of popular Metal Gear Solid artist Yoji Shinkawa. The Direction will be handled by  Toshifumi Nabeshima, known for the Armored Core series.

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On top of that, the game will also be graced by Takayuki Yanase’s mecha design. He is known for Ghost in the Shell: Arise, Mobile Suit Gundam 00, Xenoblade Chronicles X.
Left Alive is said to be a survival action shooter, and apparently it comes with heavy post-apocalyptic elements. Even if we get to see the first gameplay in the trailer, we still don’t know much about it just yet. We expect to get more details on the game in the near future. For now, it seems promising enough to focus on.
Left Alive will be coming to the PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam sometime in 2018.
Not sure what else you’ve missed out on for Tokyo Game Show 2017? Check out the major Final Fantasy XV content announcement by clicking here.

Pokdepinion: I wouldn’t say that what we know about the game right now is enough to blow me away. There’s still a lot of details that are unknown but one thing’s for sure, this looks like something that’s worth looking forward to. Then again, it could have just been the Metal Gear-esque art that intrigued me or the mecha thing but either way, if the game is good, that’s fine by me.
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MCMC to stop exclusivity arrangements between telcos and property developers

The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and Malaysia Competition Commission (MyCC) are out to put an end to exclusivity arrangements in high-rise buildings. As it stands, you will often find high-rise buildings offering a single ISP, and that’s exactly what MCMC and MyCC wants to address.
According to MCMC and MyCC, these arrangements between ISPs and property developers limit end users’ choice when it comes to picking out their preferred telco, leading to high prices and poor quality of broadband services.
To make it fair, they are giving all of those involved in these arrangements to take immediate remedial measures. Those that fail to do so will face appropriate action under the Communications and Multimedia Act (CMA) 1998 and the Competition Act 2010.

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Since building management cannot prevent other telcos from providing their services, it should be a more competitive scene for local ISPs. On top of that, end users will be able to choose the ISP and the plans offered depending on their needs, which would be beneficial to end users too.
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Pokdepinion: Probably we will see TIME penetrate more areas with this…
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Metal Gear Solid Board Game is Real and It’s Coming

When you think of Metal Gear Solid, chances are that you’re thinking of espionage, an enthralling soundtrack, and a storyline so convoluted, you don’t even know where to start. Soon, you’ll be able to bring that fun out of the digital realm as a Metal Gear Solid board game is in the works.
IDW Games announced in a blog post that the famed tabletop game maker is working with Konami to create Metal Gear Solid: The Board Game, which will adapt the iconic franchise into a miniatures game based on the first Metal Gear Solid game.

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Specifically, IDW Games mentioned that the game would be “fully cooperative” among players as they take on the roles of Solid Snake, Meryl Silverburgh, Dr. Hal “Otacon” Emmerich, and Gray Fox. Each of the characters for each player will have their own unique skillsets and abilities as they “complete objectives across multiple campaign scenarios.”
Outside of that, the game will also feature “a highly dynamic A.I. system and sandbox gameplay,” and IDW Games also added that the game will allow players to take on missions in a variety of ways, with each encounter playing out differently.
While there is no specific release date for the game just yet other than a broad timeframe of 2019, IDW Games did mention that Metal Gear Solid: The Board Game will be showcased at E3 2019 and several other events afterward. This includes the likes of Origins Game Fair, Dice Tower Con, San Diego Comic Con, and Gen Con.
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Pokdepinion: I’m not a big fan of adaptations mostly because it loses a lot of the charm from its original form. In this case, I am more curious than anything else. I definitely want to try it out if I could.
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Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition Announced; PC Version Release Date Confirmed

Square Enix has officially announced Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition, as well as the release date for the Windows Edition. Here’s everything you need to know.
Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition Announced

Square Enix announced that the world of FFXV has gotten even bigger with the release of Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and Final Fantasy XV Windows Edition on PC-Steam, Origin and Windows 10 on March 6th 2018.
Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition and Final Fantasy XV Windows Edition will each launch with the base game and over 20 additional add-ons and DLC. Also, new updated features include an expanded map of Insomnia, a region within the game, new enemies, new side quests and a first-person camera mode.

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The expanded map includes the Insomnia City Ruins that allows the player to explore the Crown City of Insomnia and face off against Cerberus and Omega during additional side-quests. Players will also be able to take on the Rulers of Yore.
Additionally, the Royal Vessel boat is now fully-controllable which allows players to explore the world between Cape Caem and Altissia. This addition also allows players to fish while aboard the vessel.
The updates included in Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition will be available to people who already own the base game. Every episode of the season pass content is also included: Episode Gladiolus, Episode Prompto, Comrades Multiplayer, and Episode Ignis.

Final Fantasy XV Windows Edition will launch for USD $49.99 and will open up for pre-order on February 1st 2018. Players who pre-order the PC version will receive store-specific pre-order and early purchase bonuses, which includes a “Powerup Pack”, “Fashion Collection”, and “Decal Selection”.
If you have been waiting for the PC version and unsure if your PC can handle it, check out the system requirements for the game by clicking here.

Pokdepinion: I kinda wished they picked a better name than Royal Edition but it’s something I suppose. Better than having nothing at all.
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Sega and Atlus E3 2018 Lineup Revealed – Atlus Announcing “Duo” of New Games

Sega and Atlus have announced their lineup for E3 2018. Moreover, Atlus is teasing the announcement of a “duo” of new games very soon.
Sega and Atlus E3 2018 Lineup Revealed

Today Sega and Atlus reached out with a press release announcing the games that they will showcase at E3 2018 next week in Los Angeles.

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First of all, The Creative Assembly will showcase Total War: Three Kingdoms with a series of gameplay presentations that will happen through the show.
In terms of games that will be playable on the show floor, we’ll have Valkyria Chronicles 4, Yakuza Kiwami 2, Shining Resonance Refrain, and Team Sonic Racing. Interestingly, the demo of Shining Resoance Refrain will also be released online for everyone to enjoy.
On top of that, there will be “a duo” of new games that will be announced by Atlus tomorrow. The press release included a statement by Atlus USA President and CEO Naoto Hiraoka, hintings that those might be new localizations.

During the past year, we’ve seen a strong response from fans to key western releases in the Yakuza series and have heard their voices for more Valkyria Chronicles. As part of the wealth of IP owned by SEGA, it is our pleasure to bring Yakuza Kiwami 2 and Valkyria Chronicles 4 to fans at the show.
This E3 2018 also represents an important moment for ATLUS as it nears its 5th year with SEGA, and as part of that, we will have something to announce very soon for the west.

The “duo” wording is pretty interesting, as we don’t know whether it’ll be 2 separate announcements, or just Persona 5: Dancing Star Night and Persona 3: Dancing Moon Night.

Also expected to pop up very during this announcement or shortly after, there will be a new trailer for Catherine’s remake Catherine: Full Body.
Pokdepinion: There might be more being kept as a surprise but we’ll have to wait and see when E3 2018 finally starts. At least we’ll have an idea of what we can expect from Sega and Atlus this year.
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Destruction AllStars Is Out Now On PS5 – Free for PS Plus subscribers for a limited time

Destruction AllStars is finally out exclusively on PS5. The game is an intense vehicular combat game that challenges players to cause damage, destruction and devastation in vibrant arenas around the world. Check out the synopsis of the game below:
Dominate the glittering global phenomenon of Destruction AllStars — the spectacular prime-time sport for dangerous drivers!
Master the art of intense vehicle-based combat through timing, tactics and skills to cause colossal amounts of damage, destruction and devastation in vibrant arenas across the globe.
Pile-on the destruction from behind the wheel or leap into the arena with a breath-taking reel of parkour action by dodging attacks, taking over vehicles or using abilities to disrupt the onslaught of incoming vehicles.
Cause enough mayhem to power up your AllStars game-changing hero vehicle fuelled with special abilities.
A roster of 16 blockbuster Destruction AllStars are revved up and ready to compete in the name of entertainment and demolition. So, strap in for intense, explosive and unpredictable levels of free-flowing action and fight to be crowned the Global Destruction Federation Champion.
It’s time to run, ram and slam. See you in the arena.

Here are some of the key features found on Destruction AllStars:

Stunning PS5 Features: Play in 60fps 4K, stunning VFX, full controller remapping, and more features
Online Mayhem: Accelerate the drama and enter 16-player online matches with your friends. Jump into a Casual quick play session and experience new limited-time rule twists in Special Events
Live Service Game: Continually updated, Destruction AllStars is a live service game from SIE with regular season updates featuring everything from new game modes, new characters, skins, emotes and more
Included with PlayStation Plus: Players with an active PlayStation Plus subscription can download Destruction AllStars for no extra cost

Destruction AllStars tips and tricks

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Before you start playing the game, let us offer some gameplay tips and tricks to help give yourself an edge in-game.

Don’t forget your cars are expendable! If you feel the haptics rumbling whilst your car is bumbling along, it might be time to eject the car and ditch it for a new ride.
You’re vulnerable when on-foot, but you can jump onto ledges to plan your next move.
Don’t hold back your Hero Vehicle, call it in ASAP to take advantage!
Use your “Breaker” (Hero Ability) whilst on foot to cause some havoc.
Every “Breaker” (Hero Ability) gives you faster movement and double-jump, use your agility whilst on foot!
Dodging cars using ‘Circle’ is much more rewarding than using jump, use it gain XP!

Destruction AllStars is available to PS Plus members at no extra charge from today until April 5th. The game can be redeemed from the PlayStation Store right here.
Pokdepinion: Destruction AllStars looks pretty fun and chaotic. Would love to give it a go once I get a PS5.
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