Enjoy Deals And Vouchers Up To RM200 With HONOR Intelligent Health Week Sale

The folks at HONOR Malaysia has announced the return of their HONOR Intelligent Health Week Sale online, which you can find on their ecommerce site hihonor. The event starts this 23rd of October 2020 until the 30th of October 2020.
HONOR Intelligent Health Week Sale
HONOR Intelligent Health Week Sales specials
In this period of time, you can enjoy deals, freebies, and vouchers worth up to RM200 on HONOR smartphones, accessories, and more from the comforts of your home.
Earlier this month, HONOR has launched the new HONOR MagicBook Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro priced at RM3,599 and RM999 respectively. Well guess what? You can receive vouchers up to RM50 during the sale for these new arrivals.

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There’s plenty of their products on offer in the Intelligent Health Week sale as well as freebies when you purchase them. Aside from that, you can also receive a RM200 and/or RM100 which you can use on selected HONOR products. There’s also a RM50/RM20 voucher with a minimum spend of RM350 and RM200 on a single transaction too which can be used in the HONOR Intelligent Health Week sale.
Not to forget, in case you’ve purchased the HONOR MagicBook Pro or the HONOR Watch GS Pro recently, you can stand a chance in winning prizes worth RM149 by simply submitting a review from now till the 30th of October 2020. Five random winners will be selected to win an HONOR Soundstone Speaker or an HONOR Band 5 Sport (Sakura Pink) from their website.
Pokdepinion: Some deals to look out for this month. Are you looking to make a purchase on any of HONOR’s products?
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Nintendo Switch Online Service Launching Q3 2018 – To Launch with 20 NES Games

Nintendo has revealed more details on the Nintendo Switch Online Service, including the different price plans, release window, and the features you can expect from it.
Nintendo Switch Online Service Launching Q3 2018 with 20 NES Games

The folks over at Nintendo has revealed some details on the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch Online service. For those of you who aren’t aware, this is the their equivalent of the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live but it has their own spin to it.

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For the Nintendo Switch Online Service, there are 5 main features being highlighted:
Nintendo Switch Online Service’s 5 Main Features

Online Play – Play games like Mario Tennis Aces, Splatoon 2, and more with other players across the world.
NES – Nintendo Switch Online – For the first time ever, play NES games online with other players on the internet.
Save Data Cloud Backup – You can backup your save files and access them easily through the service.
Nintendo Switch Online App – Enhance your gaming experience with compatible games with this smartphone app.
Special Offers – News and special deals specifically catered for subscribers of the service.

According to Nintendo, friends can watch each other play single player games online and essentially “pass the controller” at any time, thus letting your friends join in the fun. Every NES game that will be included now and in the future will support voice chat via the smartphone app.
It also has been announced that it will be launched with over 20 NES games available for the service. While we don’t know the full list at the time of this writing, there are 10 NES games that have been confirmed:
Confirmed NES Games

Soccer
Tennis
Donkey Kong
Mario Bros.
Super Mario Bros.
Balloon Fight
Ice Climber
Dr. Mario
The Legend of Zelda
Super Mario Bros. 3

One thing that will certainly make this a more favourable premium console subscription is the price. It is a lot more affordable that you think, and you can check out the prices right below here:
Nintendo Switch Online Service Pricing Plans

1 Month – USD $3.99
3 Months – USD $7.99
12 Months – USD $19.99
Family Membership (Up to 8 people in a single family group) – USD $34.99

The Nintendo Switch Online Service doesn’t have an exact release date but we do have a clear idea as to when it will be coming. It has been listed with a September 2018 release window. There are still some mysteries surrounding the service but we’re expected to hear more very soon, possibly during E3 2018.
Source: Nintendo
Pokdepinion: I was a bit skeptical as to how they were going to approach this but seeing all of this, I think we’re in good hands. Can’t wait to see how it will actually perform as well as the complete details on it.
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The iPhone 11 Pro would take a Malaysian 30.1 days of work to afford

The new iPhones are pretty pricey, despite them being slightly more affordable than their predecessors. With that said, Picodi.com did their research to find out how many days’ wages do people around the world need to save up to afford the new iPhone 11 Pro 64GB.

According to their data, the average salary in Malaysia is RM3421.96, and it would take 30.1 working days to afford the new iPhone 11 Pro which is priced at RM4899 here in Malaysia. That’s without calculating for living expenses. Basically the only way you can afford it within 30 days, given that you earn the average salary in Malaysia, is you don’t miss work, you don’t eat, you don’t drink, you walk to work and you live with your parents.

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But we don’t have it that bad. Mexicans have to save up for 54.2 days to afford the new iPhone 11 Pro. On the flip side of the coin, there’s Switzerland. The Swiss just has to work 4.8 days to afford an iPhone 11 Pro. Our neighbors in Singapore have to save up for 8.4 days, while the people in China have to save up 30.4 days, pretty similar to our situation.
On the other hand, based on these statistics, you would only have to save up 9.8 days to afford a Xiaomi Mi 9 128GB. #BaikBeliMi9
Pokdepinion: Hey, I am earning below the average salary in Malaysia!
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Samsung Pay 1st Anniversary – Get Double Reward Points!

It’s been a year since Samsung Pay came into Malaysia and to celebrate the occasion, Samsung will be rewarding users with double points.
Samsung Pay 1st Anniversary
Samsung Pay has partnered up with seven major banks and loyalty partners in Malaysia, making shopping and rewards redemption more accessible, especially to their users. Samsung Pay users can now use the app freely at over 8,000 outlets nationwide.
You can now get double Samsung Rewards Points starting from the 2nd till 4th March of 2018, in which they will be celebrating the app’s 1st anniversary in Malaysia. This promo is applicable to all new and existing Samsung Pay and Rewards users. In order to enjoy the Rewards feature, users must update and ensure that their Samsung Pay is of the latest version. These reward points will be earned for every purchase that is made with the payment app.

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In addition to that, if you haven’t reach the Gold status tier yet, this is your best chance. You have the opportunity to earn up to 4,000 Samsung Rewards Points during the promotional period.
If you haven’t use the app yet, fret not. Here’s how to do so. First you would need to activate it by downloading it from the Samsung Galaxy Apps store and sign in to your Samsung account. After that, scan your fingerprint or iris and enter a pin so that you can authenticate for future purchases. Last but not least, you need to snap a picture of your card and provide your signature when necessary and you are then good to go.
If you would like to find out more on Samsung Pay 1st Anniversary, you can do so by clicking right here.
Pokdepinion: To be honest, I hardly know anyone that uses Samsung Pay. Do you use it? Let us know in the comment section below!
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Hey YouTube, Some of Us Played Fair!

It’s a bond, you see, a pact between a customer and a business. We pay you for a service, you give us the service without compromising on the promised quality. It’s simple, straightforward. That’s how it has always been between us, the loyal subscribers of YouTube Premium, and YouTube. But now, YouTube, it seems like you’ve forgotten your part in this pact.
Just a few days ago, Google casually rolled out a bombshell, announcing a startling price increase for the YouTube Premium Family plan in Malaysia. From RM26.90/month to RM33.90/month, the hike has left us, the faithful subscribers, reeling and asking, “Why, YouTube, why?”
Screenshot of YouTube Premium price hike announcement
Over the years, we’ve become accustomed to our ad-free viewing experience, the ability to download videos offline, and access to exclusive YouTube content. We’ve paid for these benefits because we believed in a fair trade. We acknowledged that YouTube has the right to make a profit, and we were more than happy to contribute.

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In that same spirit of fairness, we held our peace when YouTube declared war against ad-blockers and made moves to decommission YouTube Vanced, a modded version of the YouTube app offering a free ad-free experience. We sat by, watching as YouTube systematically eliminated alternatives, cementing its place as the sole provider of a Premium YouTube experience. We understood, we accepted, because we believed we were playing by the rules of the game.
But YouTube, why have you chosen now to upend the game board? With your monopoly on the Premium, ad-free YouTube experience firmly established, the recent price increase feels like a slap in the face. It feels as though you’re exploiting your position, leveraging your lack of competition to squeeze a little more out of us, your loyal subscribers.
YouTube Logo
We get it. Businesses need to increase prices. Inflation, operational costs, added value — we understand. But YouTube, you’ve given us no such reasons. Instead, we’re left to speculate, and our speculation is fueling resentment. With no discernible improvements in service, and no competitors left to turn to, this price increase feels arbitrary, poorly timed, and to be frank, a little greedy.
YouTube, we thought our loyalty meant something to you. We’ve stood by you, supported your platform, and subscribed to your Premium services. In return, we didn’t ask for much: just a fair deal. And yet, this price hike, this unexplained, sudden increase, feels like a betrayal. It’s shaken our faith, left us questioning whether our loyalty was misplaced.
This is your wake-up call, YouTube. It’s time for you to remember who we are: not just sources of revenue, but the very heart and soul of your platform. We aren’t asking for much. We’re asking for fairness. We’re asking for respect. We’re asking for open communication and clear reasoning.
But most importantly, we’re asking for you to remember our pact. Remember that some of us played fair, YouTube. It’s your turn to do the same. Your next move could redefine your relationship with us, your loyal customers, and it could set the stage for how other digital service providers treat their own loyal user base. Here’s hoping you make the right choice.
Pokdepinion: Don’t you think at least the loyal customers who were already paying prior to this deserves to maintain the same pricing? You can charge a higher fees for new subscribers who are just about to learn their lessons, but YouTube, some of us played fair! And I think we deserve some love and compensation, no?
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Min-Liang Tan Pledges S$10million To Gaming And Esports Scene

Razer’s very own Co-founder and CEO, Min-Liang Tan has recently revealed that he will be offering a whopping $10 million SGD in funding to gaming and esports in Singapore over the next twelve months.

It was revealed at his official Facebook account where he states the intent of giving back to the gaming scene over in Singapore. The funding will include supporting esports team in Singapore as well as investing in gaming/esports companies in the country or founded by Singaporeans.

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The funding will also go in part to Team Singapore, which they are supporting for the SEA Games, a tournament where Razer acts as the official esports partner. The tournament will be the first time that esports will become a medal sport in the world.
Previously Razer invited esports powerhouse Evil Geniuses (EG) to train the teams in the game of Dota 2, one of the six official games being contested in at the upcoming SEA Games. You can read more on that here.
Pokdepinion: Oh wow, this makes the investment he made for Malaysia seem small compared to our neighbour. Never the less, it’s great to see that Razer is backing up the gaming scene here in South East Asia.
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Shenmue 3 Raises A Whopping $7.2 Million Through Crowdfunding

The release of the highly anticipated sequel that many games have been waiting since the Dreamcast age, Shenmue 3, is getting closer and closer. It definitely took a lot to make the game happen, including massive support from the fans. The major thing that made the game possible is the Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign which helped to cover costs for development and publishing.
This initial Kickstarter campaign, labeled #SaveShenmue, amassed a whopping USD $6,333,295 from 69,320 backers in late 2015. It gained USD $2,000,000 in just nine hours and was fully funded due to it. However, fan support did not stop there.

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After the #SaveShenmue campaign ended on Kickstarter, the developers created a second crowdfunding campaign on their own site titled “Slack Backer” which ran for three years before discontinuing in September. Today, the developers announced the final figures from both campaigns.
A grand total of USD $7,179,510 was collected from both campaigns from 81,087 supporters. They announced the final figures through their official website and via a Kickstarter Backer update post, which had some nice sentiment to it.
Quite an impressive score, isn’t it!? Seeing the final numbers” makes the team working on Shenmue 3 “feel all over again the immensity of the support everyone has given to make this project come true! Thank you!
Shenmue 3 will be coming to the PlayStation 4 and PC on 27th August 2019.
Source: Kickstarter page
Pokdepinion: I knew this series had a big, loyal fanbase but wow, that’s is a huge amount raised for the game. Let’s hope it will be a great game when it’s finally released so it will set a precedent for crowdfunded games.
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Netflix Sunsets Shuffle Feature, Citing Low Usage

Turns out most people still prefer to pick the shows themselves.
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Originally introduced in 2021, Netflix’s show-shuffling feature, also called “Play Me Something” or later “Surprise Me”, has quietly been removed from the streaming service. The Wall Street Journal was told that the decision came to be due to the feature’s little fanfare, as the company found out that its users would still prefer to pick a specific show to watch rather than letting the feature decide for them.
“We will continue to explore other ways to give members more options and ways to explore and discover content they want to watch,” said the spokeswoman of Netflix. Similar to music-streaming services, the shuffle feature was originally intended to provide suggestions based on users’ watch history – but users has opted to browse films on a category basis, which makes the feature redundant.

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While the feature is no more, Netflix will continue to rely on its curated lists such as “Trending Now”, “Top 10” and even “Fast Laughs” (which presents small chunks of the show’s comedic parts) to provide users on the shows that they may potentially like.
Source: PCMag
Pokdepinion: I suppose unlike songs where each one last a few minutes, it’s a lot more impractical to have hour-long films and show in shuffle lists.
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HONOR To Offer Smartphone Deals If Malaysia Wins AFF Suzuki Cup 2018

HONOR, who are the official smartphone partner of the 2018 AFF Suzuki Cup, is set to reward the citizens of Malaysia who supported the national team’s run to the finals with a one-day promo period.
The final will see Malaysia play Vietnam on 15th December 2018 at Mỹ Đình National Stadium, Vietnam. Should Malaysia take the cup home, here is the promotion that HONOR is offering:

HONOR 7X (originally RM849) – RM579
HONOR View10 (originally RM1,599) – RM1,299

They have also prepared a bundle where it consists 2 units of the HONOR 7X and one unit of HONOR View 10 for RM2,457, just in case you’re buying for more than just yourself. In addition, you can purchase HONOR accessories at just RM1. These include:

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HONOR 10 Flip Cover
HONOR 6X Protective Cover
HONOR Play Protective Cover
HONOR 8X Flip Cover

These promotions will only be available at HONOR’s official website.
Pokdepinion: Let’s just pray that Malaysian can get the job done in Vietnam. These deals are attractive!
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Game Developers Simply Hate Making Doors And Here’s Why

Making a video game isn’t simple to say the least. With that being said, none would’ve predicted that making a simple door would be dreadful. Well that’s what game developers have difficulty the most when designing a title.
Game developers hate creating doors

Doors #gamedev pic.twitter.com/7CJgKin1dE
— Stephan Hövelbrinks (@talecrafter) March 9, 2021

A thread over Twitter by Stephan Hövelbrinks started the topic.  Hövelbrinks who works for indie title Death Trash has revealed that doors are simply dreadful to design. He explains that the doors being “a dynamic funnel and block in the pathfinding, potentially locked, potentially destructible, but in general because they sit potentially between any game interaction or character to character situation from here to there”.
Kurt Margenau, the co-game director for The Last of Us Part II has also joined in on the matter where he said it was difficult to design (doors) to work with combat, stealth, and of course, to blend in with the game’s realistic nature.

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The topic was a hot one amongst game developers where they’ve shared their views and agreed with Hövelbrinks. It included developers from games such as The Witcher 3, Control, Sector Six, and The Walking Dead.
For more of the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
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Pokdepinion: Who would’ve thought that a door would take much effort. Well now that we all know how hard it is to create in games, we should probably appreciate them even more now.
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Nokia 3.1 Review — A Budget Android One Smartphone

Introduction

After getting our hands on the Nokia 2.1 and 6.1 respectively, this time we take a look on the Nokia 3.1. Compared to the two, it is the smallest device with it just being 5.2-inches. Despite that, the phone is a part of the Android One family. Wondering on how it fares? Let’s start.
Unboxing

Nokia uses pretty nice artworks for the front of the box. They kept the hand-holding theme of the original Nokia artwork here, with a blue theme.

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The back is where you find the specifications as well as the overall design of the Nokia 3.1.

As soon as you open the box, you will get to lay your eyes on the Nokia 3.1.

Inside, you’ll find the Nokia 3.1 itself, the phone’s documents, a power brick, the phone’s microUSB cable, as well as 3.5mm earphones, which is always welcomed.
Appearance

As normally found in Nokia devices nowadays, the logo can be seen on the top right hand corner. It offers a 2.5D curved glass on the front which is neat. Other than that, there’s only the single lens front camera to be spotted.

On the left hand side, Nokia was kind enough to offer 2 separate trays for your SIM and microSD cards respectively.

At the opposite side of the phone, there’s your usual volume rockers and the power button.

Down below, there’s the microphone hole, the phone’s microUSB port, as well as the speakers that fill the bottom part of the device. Head up top, there’s only the 3.5mm jack port to be found (which is always welcomed to any smartphone).

Over to the rear, there the single lens camera which is paired with an LED flash. It comes in a nice steel build around them. In the middle there’s your Nokia logo and of course, being an Android One device, it is stated there in the bottom.
Specifications

CPU/Chipset:
MediaTek MT6750 Octa-core (4×1.5GHz Cortex-A53 & 4×1.0 GHz Cortex-A53)

GPU:
Mali-T860MP2

RAM:
3GB

Display:
5.2″, 18:9 (720p) IPS display, 69.4% screen-to-body ratio

Storage:
32GB (expandable via microSD up to 256GB)

Camera:
Main Camera(s)
Primary: 13MP f/2.0
HDR, LED flash, Panorama
Front Camera
8MP f/2.0
HDR, Beautification

OS:
Android 8.0 Oreo, Android One

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4 GHz)
Bluetooth 4.2

SIM:
Dual nanoSIM (second SIM slot shared with microSD)

Battery:
Li-ion 2990 mAh (non-removable)

Dimensions:
146.3 x 68.7 x 8.7 mm

Weight:
138.3 g

Performance
We wouldn’t be expecting the Nokia 3.1 to blow our minds with its last-gen hardware, but here goes.

The Nokia 3.1 delivers better performance than the Neffos X9 that features the same chipset, but falters in the face of much more affordable devices packing newer chipsets.

This trend is also observed in Geekbench, where more affordable chipsets come up ahead. It has more in common with older devices than recent ones.

Graphics performance is weak, performing even below some of the last-gen devices.

Work-related performance is poor too, with it somehow coming in below the Nokia 2.1, which sports an inferior chipset.

Battery life is pretty good for the small-ish battery. Of course, the small screen with a low resolution (720p) definitely helps when trying to get for better battery life.
As for real-life usage, it really shows a good evidence of how good the battery is. After using the device for some Youtube videos, messaging on my Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and the usual scrolling on media feeds for 5 hours and 43 minutes, the battery juice was at 77%, which is considerably good.
User Experience

When I first got the device, the first thing that I’ve noticed is the rather large bezels on the device, they were way too thick for my liking and because of that thickness, I think that they’ve wasted space and affected the display. The display itself is small itself, and for those who like bigger display, well you aren’t going to appreciate this device.
As for the feel of the device, I was quite comfortable with it at first but as time went on, I kind of felt the phone would easily drop from my grasp. Personally, a good phone wouldn’t need so much pressure and grip when you’re holding the phone and with the Nokia 3.1, I just had to do that (or maybe it’s just because my hands are too big for the device).

As for the UI for the Nokia 3.1, it is quite similar to other of the company’s devices. It’s simple and straight to the point. Some might like this while some might prefer something extra in there. For me, sure it gives you a smoother experience, but it looks and feels kind of dull to my liking. I wish that they had made their own UI (for a non Android One device), that would be interesting.

Identical to the phone’s UI, the camera’s UI is simple and that is expected from a device from this price range.

I found out that you’d need steady hands to capture decent shots in HDR (which I don’t possess). Other than that, the photos are proof that it struggles in low-light conditions. This is not one of Nokia’s best smartphone in terms of camera quality. Besides that, I’ve noticed that the camera took quite some time to get the focus to lock onto a subject. In a nutshell, don’t expect much from the Nokia 3.1’s camera.
Conclusion
Retailing at RM655, it’s hard for me to recommend the phone. For what the specification offers, it is even harder for me to justify the price. I’m just turned off by the specifications offered for the price. Don’t get me wrong, the device is ‘okay’, in sense that most of what it brings is average in most cases and is enough to get through normal usage. I just wished that Nokia had priced it lower. Similar to the Nokia 6.1 we’ve reviewed previously, the specifications of the device is outdated in today’s market. If you do indeed intend on getting the Nokia 3.1, you’ll be getting a unique looking phone, a decent battery life, and the promise of loads of updates.
We would like to thank Nokia Mobile for providing us the Nokia 3.1 that was used in the review.
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Western Digital Unveil Ultrastar DC HC530 – 14TB For Cloud And Enterprise Data Centers!

To provide new lower levels solution for cloud and enterprise users, Western Digital has today introduced their new Ultrastar DC HC530 hard drive.
Western Digital Ultrastar DC HC530
With the new Ultrastar being at 14TB, there is other CMR (conventional magnetic recording) hard drive in the market that offers that of a higher capacity than the HC530. Based on the company’s fifth-generation HelioSeal, the new hard drive is designed for public and private cloud environments storage density, watt/TB and $/TB are a necessity.
Data explosion caused by big data, IoT, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, rich content as well as fast data application is challenging hyperscale cloud data centers and enterprises to build massive petabyte-scale infrastructures. This means users need a solution that can cope with these obstacles.

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Following the footsteps of the industry’s first 14TB SMR (shingled magnetic recording) drive, the DC HC530 is a 14TB CMR drive that can deliver drop-in simplicity for random write workloads in enterprise and cloud data centers. Despite its low-power design, it does not compromise performance. Both SAS (12Gb/s) and SATA (6Gb/s) interfaces will also be available.
Other features of the HC530 drive include Two Dimensional Magnetic Recording (TDMR) and an improved Dual Stage Micro Actuator that provides optimal head positioning and rotational vibration robustness. For data protection, it has a self encrypting drive. As for warranty, it comes with the industry’s highest MTBF rating at 2.5M hours and comes with a long 5-year limited warranty.
The Ultrastar DC HC530 14TB HDD is currently shipping to select hyperscale cloud customers (for qualification). There are limited qualification samples for qualified customers. If you would like to know more on the HDD, you can click on the link right here to find out more.
Pokdepinion: For those who want a solution for their enterprise, you should really have a look at the HC530 (you still need the money though!)

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#Pokdepicks 5 Awesome Games to Look Out for in November 2019

Pokdepicks 5 Awesome Games to Look Out for in November 2019
Death Stranding

The first major game by Hideo Kojima since his departure
from Konami, Death Stranding is an upcoming action game featuring The Walking
Dead star Norman Reedus. In this game, people have become accustomed to living
in isolation and have created “Walls” to separate themselves. The goal is for
gamers to reconnect the isolated cities and fragmented society.
The game was said to be designed with the concept that all
of the game’s elements, including story and gameplay, are bound together by the
theme of the “Strand” or connection. Gamers take on the role of Sam Porter
Bridges as he attempts to bridge the divides in society, and create new bonds
or “Strands” with other gamers around the globe.
Fun fact, Death Stranding was heavily promoted as a
PS4-exclusive game since its first major reveal. Recently, the exclusive
branding disappeared, which led to speculations that the game will be coming to
another platform. That has been confirmed as Death Stranding will be coming to
PC sometime in 2020.

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Death Stranding will be coming to the PlayStation 4 on 8th November 2019.
Pokemon Sword and Shield

The first instalment in the 8th generation
Pokemon game series, Pokemon Sword and Shield is a role-playing game featuring
everyone’s favourite pet monsters. In this iteration, the game is set in the
Galar region, a large, narrow expanse of land with a modern setting. Like in
other Pokemon games, gamers will embark on a journey to become the strongest
trainer in the region.
The journey will begin alongside neighbour and rival
trainer, Hop. As for the three starter Pokemons from Professor Magnlia, you
have the choice of the grass-type Grookey, fire-type Scorbunny, and the
water-type Sobble. After receiving a letter of endorsement from Champion Leon, you
will have to face off against Gym Leaders in the region in order to be the
crowned the best trainer in Galar.
Fun fact, Pokemon Sword and Shield will have redesigned
appearances for previously introduced Pokemons based on the Galar region theme.
In fact, some Pokemons like Weezing will gain a new Galarian evolution form
exclusive to the game, making it viable to explore the game in its entirety to
see new evolutions.
Pokemon Sword and Shield will be coming exclusively to the Nintendo Switch on 15th November 2019.
To check out last month’s lineup of awesome games, click right here.
Need for Speed Heat

The 24th instalment in the popular EA racing
simulator series, Need for Speed Heat is a racing game set in an open world
environment. The game is set in Palm City, a fictionalized version of the city
of Miami, Florida and its surrounding area. The game has a rather large
playable area including a diverse geography with mountainous areas and open
fields.
This game doesn’t include a 24-hour cycle but instead
players can switch between day and night. During the day, players can take part
in sanctioned race events, which reward players with cash to spend on new cars
and upgrades. They can also take part in illegal street races at night, which
would earn players rep which will influence the difficulty of police chases. Players
will have to evade the cops by either reaching their safehouse or before the
car is destroyed.
Fun fact, Need for Speed Heat marks the return of the
Ferrari brand after a noticeable absence since Need for Speed Payback. This was
due to licensing issues so EA wasn’t allowed to feature the brand in their
games. This game will also have one of the most extensive lists of playable
cars, with a total of 127 cars from a total of 33 different brands.
Need for Speed Heat will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on 8th November 2019.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order

One of the most highly-anticipated games of 2019, Star Wars
Jedi: Fallen Order is an action-adventure game that ties in with the original
movie trilogy. Taking place after Revenge of the Sith, protagonist Cal Kestis
is one of the last remaining Jedi that managed to evade Order 66 and their
galaxy-wide purge of the Jedi Order.
After attempting to salvage a Venator Class Star Destroyer
above a Sarlacc Pit, an accident happens in which Cal has to openly use the
Force to save one of his friends, which is witnessed by a nearby Imperial Probe
Droid. The droid transmits the footage to the Empire, unveiling Cal’s true
identity. The Empire dispatches the Second Sister, an inquisitor trained by
Darth Vader, and Cal will have to do his best to survive the oncoming hunt.
Fun fact, game director Stig Asmussen mentioned that the
gameplay aspect of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order was inspired by The Legend of
Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Dark Souls. The reason for this is because one of
the team’s goals for game design is to have a deep combat system, and the two
games mentioned fit the bill.
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order will be coming to the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on 15th November 2019.
Shenmue III

The game series that managed to make a return with the help
of crowdfunding, Shenmue III is an action-adventure game and is the sequel to
Shenmue II that was released for the Sega Dreamcast in 2001. In 1987,
protagonist Ryo Hazuki has journeyed from Japan to the mountains of China in
search of his father’s killer, Lan Di.
There he met Ling Shenhua, a mysterious girl who previously
appeared in his dreams. After learning the legend of her village, which
foretells a united path between them, Ryo and Shenhua embark on a new journey
which reveals their shared destiny. The journey won’t be easy however as Lan Di
returns, with a new antagonist, the Chiyoumen carter leader Niao Sun.
Fun fact, Shenmue III is the fastest game to raise USD $1
million on Kickstarter, achieving that figure in just 1 hour and 44 minutes.
The crowdfunding campaign ended on 17th July 2015 with a total of
USD $6.3 million raised from over 69,000 backers, becoming the most funded
Kickstarter video game campaign and the 6th-most funded Kickstarter campaign of
all time.
Shenmue III will be coming to the PlayStation 4 and PC on 19th November 2019.
To check out last month’s lineup of awesome games, click right here.
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HONOR 9X Lite Review — Simple Is Best?

Today, we are going to take a look at HONOR’s latest entry-level smartphone. What exactly does it bring to the table? Let’s get started with this HONOR 9X Lite review.
Unboxing
HONOR 9X Lite review
I would like to take the time to mention that for our review unit, we only received the phone, a charger, and and a USB cable. You can expect the retail version to have a more complete package.
Appearance
HONOR 9X Lite review
As you can see, HONOR opted to go with the ‘original’ notch design with the HONOR 9X Lite at the front.

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HONOR 9X Lite review
On the right hand side, you can find the volume rockers and power button. On the opposite side however, you’ll find the SIM card tray instead.
HONOR 9X Lite review
Down below, you’ll find a 3.5mm audio jack, a microphone, a microUSB port, as well as the phone’s speakers. Moving to the top of the device, you’ll only find the secondary microphone sitting in solitude.
HONOR 9X Lite review
Moving over to the back, you’ll find a dual-camera setup located at the top-left side. There’s also your traditional fingerprint scanner here as well.
Overall, the HONOR 9X Lite is a nice-looking device but with a rather dated design. It’s a simple yet attractive design and I personally have no complaints about it apart from it being a bit of a fingerprint magnet, and it’s a matter of whether you fancy the notch design or not.
HONOR 9X Lite Specifications
CPU:Kirin 710F (4 x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A73 + 4 x 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) 12nmGPU:Mali-G51RAM:4GBDisplay:6.5″ FHD+ (2340 x 1080) IPS LCD, 84% screen-to-body ratioStorage:128GBCamera:Main Camera(s)48MP f/1.7 wide-angle + 2MP f/2.4 depthPDAF, Bokeh, Night mode, HDR, Slow-moFront Camera8MP f/2.0 (wide)AI PortraitOS:EMUI 9.1 (based on Android 9.0 Pie)Connectivity:LTE Band 1/2/3/7/8/20Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n (2.4 GHz)Bluetooth 4.2SIM:Dual SIM (hybrid dual SIM)Battery:Li-Po 3750 mAh (non-removable)10W chargerDimensions:160.4 x 76.6 x 7.8 mmWeight:188 gIngress protection:N/A
Performance
As you might know by now, the HONOR 9X Lite uses the Kirin 710F chipset, which happens to be their mid-range SoC previously.
HONOR 9X Lite review – Antutu V8
Kicking off with the Antutu benchmark, the HONOR 9X Lite doesn’t sit well when compared to the rest, including smartphones with the same chipset. It does however managed to beat the realme 5’s Snapdragon 665 score.
HONOR 9X Lite review – Geekbench 5
The same can’t be said on the Geekbench test though as the phone performs the best when it comes to single core performance. Its multi-core performance however isn’t at the top of the pile.
HONOR 9X Lite review – 3DMark
We see that the graphic performance seems to be higher compared to the HONOR 9X and HUAWEI Y9s, both of which pack the same chipset.
HONOR 9X Lite review – PCMark Work 2.0
Similarly in PCMark’s Work 2.0 test, the HONOR 9X Lite surprisingly is ahead of its brethren and by quite a margin. HONOR might have optimized the chipset for the device.
HONOR 9X Lite review – PCMark Battery
Lastly, we have the battery performance from PCMark Work 2.0’s endurance test. The HONOR 9X Lite did not fare as well as the rest. While it does pack a smaller battery than the others, the efficiency doesn’t look satisfying.
HONOR 9X Lite review
As for real life usage, I find that it’s slightly better than what the benchmark shows. After all, everyone has their own style of usage. I usually find that I’m left with 55-65% at the end of the day with my usage simply being messaging apps, Facebook, as well as some YouTube videos.
A 30-minute charging period will get you 26% of juice, just in case you’re wondering on the speed of its 10W charger.
User Experience
HONOR 9X Lite review
Some might dislike notches on smartphones but to be fair, the one on the HONOR 9X Lite isn’t the biggest around and I have tested quite a number of them. One thing that I like is the notification LED on in it. This means you won’t need to turn the device on to check up on new messages and other notifications.
Honestly, I dig the design and look of the device; it’s simplistic. The feel of the phone is quite nice and fits perfectly in my hand. You might however dislike the plastic build of the device as it’s a bit of a fingerprint magnet. You could however solve this by fitting it with a phone cover.
HONOR 9X Lite review
One of the things that I enjoy doing on a smartphone is watching videos, and audio plays a big role in that. I personally wished that the speaker on the HONOR 9X Lite would be a little louder. I found myself needing to max out the volume (or near to it) to actually listen clearly most of the time. A pair of headphones / earphones however would be an alternative but it’s just not convenient at times.
If you’re wondering about it, yes, the HONOR 9X Lite comes with GMS. For those of you who are dependent on it, don’t worry about it.
HONOR 9X Lite review
You can expect the same skin as the other HONOR smartphones in the market. Personally, I feel that EMUI could do with a visual overhaul. Regardless, it has everything that you need.
HONOR 9X Lite review
Similarly, you’ll find the camera UI to be the same as the other smartphones in the company’s lineup. It’s still generally easy to use and has all the options you need.

With proper lighting, the camera does a decent job with pictures. As expected, poor lighting and zoomed-in images create grainy images. It’s worth noting that you’d need to enable the 48MP mode to shoot at higher resolution. Details in the mode is slightly improved but nothing much to shout out about. Just be sure to have space in your storage as they take up more space.
You can check out the full-sized images here.
HONOR 9X Lite Verdict
HONOR 9X Lite review
Sure the HONOR 9X Lite does have its flaws but considering of its price of RM699, it’s a pretty acceptable offering. For its simple design, big storage, and ‘okay’ camera performance for its price, I give the HONOR 9X Lite our Bronze Pokdeaward.

A big shout out to HONOR Malaysia for providing the HONOR 9X Lite that was used in this review!
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The Last of Us Part II Listed as Coming Soon on PlayStation Website

When you have a popular game that many people are waiting for, there’s bound to be rumours about it. The Last of Us Part II is of no exception as many are still waiting on its release. Now, word has started to spread yet again as a bit of information has come to light, albeit seemingly indirectly, from the PlayStation Team themselves.
The European PlayStation website has listed some of the notable titles that are coming soon to the PlayStation 4. It includes the likes of Mortal Kombat 11, Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled, and Days Gone. Interestingly, The Last of Us Part II was also listed here.

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The folks over at Sony Interactive Entertainment and Nuaghty Dog have yet to say anything regarding the release of The Last of Us Part II, but the fact that it is listed in the “Coming Soon” category is very interesting to say the least. While this could mean just about anything, we wouldn’t be surprised to see the game being released sometime this year given the release dates of the other games that are listed. The European branches of the company that has The Last of Us Part II listed are the UK, France, Germany, Netherlands, and Italy.
The Last of Us Part II was expected to be released on the PlayStation 4. Due to continued absence however, there has been speculation about it being moved to the next-gen PlayStation 5 console. It’s worth noting that developer Naughty Dog is still hiring developers to work on the game however, so it’s still hard to say at the moment.
For now, we can probably get more solid information when E3 2019 rolls out.
Pokdepinion: Well, this will certainly get the excitement going. We’re already past April Fool’s Day so it can’t just be a practical joke on us.
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MSI GP62 2QE Leopard Pro review

The last MSI gaming notebook we reviewed was a behemoth both physically and performance wise. It also doesn’t come cheap, and that level of performance will cost north of RM15 999, which is beyond the means of most gamers. MSI of course knows this and has a range of notebooks that will fit into the average gamers’ budgets. Today we will take a look at the MSI GP62 Leopard series, a more budget-oriented gaming notebook for the masses. Now when we say it is budget-oriented, of course certain corners have to be cut to make it fit into a certain price range, and we are here to see if MSI did a good job with the MSI GP62 2QE Leopard Pro and cut all the right corners but left what makes a true gaming notebook intact.

Appearance

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All black with the Dragon Army shield smack dab in the middle of the top lid with the MSI logo above it  the GP62 doesn’t look out of place if placed beside one of its stronger brethen. MSI did away with the aluminium found on its more expensive models and used a smooth plastic material for the top lid. The Dragon Army logo doesn’t light up here.

The bottom of the MSI GP62 is plain with a lot of vents to help with cooling and some very grippy rubber feet that will help prevent the GP62 from sliding around the table even when during the heat of combat.

The rear only has a single vent on the left side, and a little red line across the middle, and that’s all to see on the rear of the GP62. The lack of huge vents is a slight disappointment to me, as I like them big and I cannot lie.

Opening it up, we find the 15.6″ screen which is framed by thick matte black bezels. The palm rests are made of a smooth sandblasted aluminium and adds a touch of premium to this entry-level gaming notebook.
The appearance of the GP62 is very similar with its pricier siblings, albeit a little toned down.

Specification

CPU
Intel Core i7-5700HQ @ 2.7 GHz (up to 3.5 GHz)

RAM
16GB (2 x 8GB) 1600 MHz DDR3L

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950M 2GB DDR3

Storage
1 x 128GB Toshiba HG6 M.2 SSD
1 x Toshiba 1TB 5400 RPM SATA III 6.0Gbps HDD

Software
Microsoft Windows 8.1 Pro
358.87 WHQL NVIDIA Game Ready Driver
MSI Dragon Gaming Centre
Killer Network Manager

Connectivity
Intel Wireless-AC 3160 and Killer™ E2200 LAN
Bluetooth 4.0
3 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
SD card reader

Display
15.6″ WLED TN FHD (1920 x 1080) Anti-Glare Display
1 x Mini-DisplayPort v1.2
1 x HDMI 1.4

Audio
Stereo speakers (two speakers per channel)
1 x 3.5mm microphone input
1 x 3.5mm audio output

Power
120W AC adapter, 6 cell battery (non-removable)

Dimensions
38.8 x 26 x 3 cm

Weight
2.3 kg

NOTE: The unit we are testing is an engineering sample, certain specifications may differ from those available in the market.

Performance
The Leopard Pro I am testing came with a SSD slotted into the sole M.2 2280 slot in it, and I can say SSDs really make a whole lot of difference. I was informed that the models in the market do not come with a SSD, but has a faster 7200 RPM hard disk drive than the 5400 RPM one in my review sample. In any case, the team at Pokde.net always recommends SSD for everyone, as the difference can be as clear as night and day.

Moving on, the i7-5700HQ is a member of the Broadwell family, and packs the Intel Graphics HD5600 iGPU. For the sake of comparison, we did benchmark the iGPU along with the dedicated NVIDIA GeForce GTX 950M.

While we see an improvement over last-gen’s HD4600 iGPU, the performance is still very lacking when compared against the dedicated GPU. The GTX 950M is a mid-range GPU but still beats the HD5600 iGPU, hands down.

The GTX 950M is actually based on the same GM107 silicon that the GTX 860M/GTX 960M are based on, except for slightly slower base clocks. However the use of DDR3 VRAM is a little worrying as it will most definitely limit the available memory bandwidth.

Interesting to note is that the GTX 950M in my review sample actually has faster boost clocks than the stock GTX 860M (1098 MHz) and actually is in spitting distance of the stock GTX 960M’s boost clocks of 1176 MHz. Perhaps the performance hit taken due to the DDR3 VRAM can be mitigated through faster core clocks?

The Broadwell CPU is a clear upgrade over the older Haswell parts. I have previously noted in the review of the GT80 that the Haswell i7 4720HQ is marginally slower than the desktop  i7 3770, and now the i7 5700HQ in the Leopard Pro is faster than the i7 3770.

According to CPU-Z benchmarks it is also faster than the AMD FX-8150 desktop CPU, which could either mean that Intel has done a good job packing immense performance into their mobile CPUs, or AMD is really in dire need of a new CPU to level the playing field.
Enough with the synthetic benchmarks, lets see whether we can actually play games on this gaming notebook. In light of the fact that this is a budget gaming notebook, we will test the more intensive games twice, once at native resolution and the highest graphics preset available in game and once again at NVIDIA optimized settings.

Defense of the Ancients 2 is a very popular game among casual gamers and pro gamers alike, and if a laptop is unable to hit above 60 fps in DotA 2, it really doesn’t deserve the title of gaming notebook at all. The GP62 faces no issues here at all, and DotA 2 is very playable.

This is another game that isn’t really graphically intensive, but is still an extremely fun first person shooter. Even with maximum graphics the GP62 pushes out an average of 117 fps, which is very playable in my book.

Battlefield 4 was released sometime back in 2013, but as you can see at the highest graphics preset BF4 is still a little overwhelming for the GTX 950M in the GP62. 28 fps is sluggish and made it extremely difficult to aim and shoot the enemy. Using NVIDIA optimized settings, quite a lot of eye candy was sacrificed in exchange for a much higher fps. As I have noted in the MSI GT80 Titan’s review, a higher fps does seem to make it easier to aim.

Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain has wide swaths of desert plains and hills, and you spend most of your time sneaking around in dark places, so I guess the graphical load isn’t as bad with this game. The GP62 pushes out 27 fps at maximum graphics, but considering that I played in the story mode, it was actually quite smooth. Using NVIDIA optimized settings, The GP62 managed to hit MGS 5: TPP’s 60 fps cap. Visually I couldn’t really differentiate between NVIDIA optimized settings and the highest preset.

The heavy-weight of my game benchmark suite, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt brings the GP62 down to its knees with an average fps of 15 fps at native resolution and Ultra presets. The game was extremely unplayable and I gave up trying to play it at maximum settings as it was torturous trying to move around while staring at what looks more like a slideshow. Turning on NVIDIA optimization, the resolution was dropped to 1366 x 768, and most graphics settings were set to High. Even then, 51 fps is still insufficient to enjoy Witcher 3. A much more powerful (and pricey) GPU is needed for proper enjoyment of The Witcher’s well crafted story and environment.
Temperatures were quite well maintained, with no component overheating. The CPU does occasionally hit 93°C during gaming sessions and stop boosting for a moment before returning to full boost, but overall performance is unaffected. I believe the real bottleneck in the GP62 is the GDDR3 VRAM, as it actually shares the exact same core as the GTX 860M and 960M, and the only difference I can see is the slower VRAM.

User Experience
The body may be almost entirely made of plastic, but it doesn’t really affect the overall feel of the laptop. A slight flex is observable if you press the lid behind the screen hard, but that’s about all the weakness that the chassis of the GP62 shows. The much more manageable weight and size also makes it a lot more portable than the back-breaking GT80 Titan. However its thickness of 3 cm means it won’t slide into any bag like an ultrabook would.

MSI didn’t skimp on a proper gaming keyboard for the GP62, and it gets the standard keyboard by SteelSeries. The left Control key and Shift key are enlarged while the Windows key is moved over to the right side, which optimizes the layout for gaming. You do not want to accidentally jump out to your desktop in the middle of a intense firefight, do you? The keys require little force to actuate but still maintain a level of tactility so you will know you have pressed a key. They have a nice sandblasted texture to them, reducing the need for cleaning off fingerprints and improving the feel of the keys all in one shot. Good move, MSI. The keyboard doesn’t get any backlighting whatsoever though. The touchpad works just as it should but I doubt a gaming notebook’s touchpad will ever see much action during its lifespan. The keys of the touchpad are a tad too loud and sounds hollow when pressed.

The GP62 also comes with the Cooler Boost feature that makes the lone fan go full throttle. About the fan, at full blast it makes a whooshing sound that reminds me of optical drives accessing a disc. The fan noise is not loud at all even at full speed, and during my usage with Cooler Boost off, it rarely has to be spin up to its maximum speed.

Three USB 3.0 ports populate the left, along with the Killer E2200 LAN port, HDMI port, miniDP and the usual audio jacks. MSI still keeps the audio jacks separate, making it a good match for gaming headphones with separate connectors for microphone input and audio output.

A rarely found optical drive reader is found on the right, and to be honest I find it a little weird that MSI is still including an optical drive with their notebooks. I would have preferred more USB ports and a lighter weight without it around, but some might actually find it useful. A USB 2.0 port on the right is sensible as I don’t have to run my mouse all the way from the left ports like with certain notebooks. A standard SD card reader and the charger port are also located on the right.

The screen is a little cold out of the box, but a little color calibration with the windows utility fixes it and it does look quite nice if viewed from directly in front of it. The matte finishing of the display prevents distracting reflections in dark scenes while gaming. However being a TN panel, it does show apparent color shifting when viewed from obtuse angles.

Audio pumped out of the stereo speakers located on the front edge of the GP62 is plenty loud, but really lacking in bass. Gunfire sounds tinny and unrealistic. Voices are very clear though, so it does work quite well with movies that have a lot of talking and very little action.

Conclusion
So, this is where I will answer the question “did MSI cut too many corners with the GP62?” My answer would be no, MSI did remove a lot of niceties like a backlit keyboard, IPS display, built-in subwoofer and also the aluminium panels found on its pricier siblings, but those are all stuff one can still game without. It is still a true gaming notebook through and through, albeit one will have to play more intensive games at lower settings. However, if you can afford the higher-end GE series, the improvements in terms of gaming performance, cooling, display and audio quality and also a more solid build are hard to ignore. If you can’t though, then the fact that the newer Skylake-packing GP series will come with a GTX 950M with GDDR5 VRAM instead of the GDDR3 found in the Broadwell-equipped GP range should make you happy, so if you want better performance but not willing/able to pony up the cash needed for a GE series, the Skylake variants are preferable over the Broadwell models.
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How To Avoid Being Scammed Online

In today’s world, buying something from a seller over the web isn’t uncommon. However, do you ever get the feeling that the person that you’re purchasing from seems suspicious and you can’t seem to confirm their validity? Here’s some tips if you ever find yourself in a similar situation.
Avoiding Online Scammers

If you didn’t know, the CCID (Commercial Crime Investigation Department) of Malaysia has their very own website which allows you to take preventive measures from potential scammers.
There, you can simply check on the person that you’re planning on transferring money to, to verify their authenticity. How exactly do they do it? They (CCID) can check the account and phone number to see whether they have any form of criminal records on their database.

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This would at least assure you that you won’t be transferring money to a proven scammer and save you from trouble. You can access the website by clicking right here.
Prefer to check on your smartphone instead? They do have a mobile app for it and it’s available on the Google Play Store. The app, which is called Semak Mule CCID, can be used on Android 9.0 Pie devices and above, and you will require 6.1MB of space to download the app.
Should you be purchasing from Facebook, especially if it’s from a Facebook group, you could ask for other members of the group to vouch for the person, just in case you need that extra source of security.
It’s never nice to see people become victims of these scammers. Let’s just hope that with this, we can do something about it, even if it’s a small amount.
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New Celcom Xpax Unlimited plans actually have a 60GB FUP limit

I am not exactly sure why would they still call it unlimited when there’s a glaring 60GB fair usage policy (FUP) limit, but I guess kudos to Celcom for mentioning the FUP limit quite clearly on their website. In any case, Celcom has just announced new Xpax Unlimited plans for prepaid users, starting from RM15 for a 7-day pass, up to a 30-day pass for just RM38.
Existing Xpax prepaid customers do not have to worry though, as the previous Unlimited Internet plans are still available to them, and reportedly unchanged with no usage cap in place. Meanwhile new customers won’t be able to enjoy this benefit, and will have to get the newer Xpax Unlimited plans which are, well, not all that unlimited.

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The main differences between the four Xpax Unlimited plans that Celcom has offered to their customers are quite easily summed up here. It appears that the new RM38 Xpax Unlimited monthly pass have an additional 5GB of uncapped speeds, which was not available with the older plan.
You will also get 6-months of free iQiYi VIP access when you sign up for the Celcom Xpax Prepaid Unlimited plan, which is a pretty nice value added bonus there. You will have to make sure that you use less than 60GB though, or else your speeds will be throttled down to just 512Kbps.
The new RM15 weekly pass has also been upgraded to offer double the speed and double the hotspot quota. The FUP limit is lower at 20GB, but then again this is only a weekly pass so you shouldn’t be hitting it too often.
Celcom apparently believes that this will not be affecting users severely though, as their data shows that the average data consumption of a Celcom user was just 23.9GB per month in June 2021, and the FUP limits in place with the new Xpax Unlimited Internet passes are definitely quite fair, with the monthly pass offering nearly 3X more data than what the average Celcom user consumes.
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Pokdepinion: While properly mentioning the FUP limit is a clear step in the right direction, I do wish that telcos would stop slapping the word “unlimited” on these evidently limited plans.
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Lian Li Introduces New Alpha Series Tempered Glass Chassis – You Stand A Chance To Win Them Too!

Lian Li has announce of their latest chassis for gamers as well as enthusiasts of their new Alpha Series chassis, the Alpha 550 chassis which features Lian Li’s Bora RGB fans.
Lian Li Alpha 550
The chassis blends clean aesthetics of a tempered glass but also features a hint of traditional PC chassis. The new chassis features the company’s Bora RGB fans that does its job while making sure users of a stylish lighting that is sure to make any build stand out.
It’s Bora fans are customizable and can be configured to suit any of your preferred build. You can go from 1 color to another with the touch of a button. The fans aluminum frame can be painted, meaning you can go further ahead and personalize it. Of course, it also is fully integrated with RGB LED strips to make it shine even further.

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With its tempered glass, showcase your hard-earned investments (you paid a huge sum, might as well flaunt it off!) to anyone in your vicinity. Besides the 4mm thick tempered glass, it also comes with built-in dust filters, making your system clean and free from dust built, well that’s the whole idea anyways.
Over at Lazada, it comes with a RM689 price tag. Despite that, they are holding a global giveaway featuring the Lian Li Alpha 550 chassis itself as the prize. The contest can be found on Facebook on Lian Li’s official page. All you have to do is like, follow the instructions on the giveaway page. Each tasks that you complete will earn you an entry for the giveaway. So if you want to get your hands on the prize, go there daily to increase your chances.
Pokdepinion: The casing looks decent enough. If you’re planning on winning the case, go ahead to their Facebook page and try your luck in the giveaway! Personally, I prefer smaller builds though.
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NVIDIA preps GeForce GTX 1070 Ti to obliterate Vega 56; could this be possible?

The AMD Radeon Vega 56 is AMD’s lower end Vega card, and most benchmarks show that it is competitive with the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070, with it coming out ahead in some games and falling behind in others. The Taiwanese GPU giant is probably unhappy about that, and reports are now popping up of a NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti in the works.
I was actually expecting to see something like the mobile GeForce GTX 1070 which features 2048 CUDA cores instead of 1920 CUDA cores like its desktop counterpart, but no, we are actually seeing it being uncomfortably close to the GeForce GTX 1080.
The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti is rumored to feature 2304 CUDA cores would mean that it slots between the GeForce GTX 1080 which touts 2560 CUDA cores and the GeForce GTX 1070 which sports 1920 CUDA cores. 8GB of GDDR5X is also expected to be thrown into the mix for more memory bandwidth than what the GeForce GTX 1070 is capable of with plain ol’ GDDR5.

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There really isn’t much to support this rumor aside from a blurry spec sheet featuring an ASUS GTX 1070 Ti STRIX O8G. Whether the retailer made a typo or that there is a new graphics card in the works remains to be seen, but considering NVIDIA’s hold on the market, they might just sell the GeForce GTX 1080 at a lower price to counter the Vega 56. However it’s not like NVIDIA has not used the Ti moniker for cards designed to counter the competition. The GeForce GTX 980 Ti comes to mind here.
What do you think? Will NVIDIA actually respond with a new card or just cut prices of their existing GeForce GTX 1080?
Source: Videocardz.com, Baidu
Pokdepinion: The GeForce GTX 1070 Ti seems very unlikely unless NVIDIA is really unable to reduce the prices of the GeForce GTX 1080 due to a slim profit margin, which is equally unlikely.
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[WWDC 2018] Here’s What Apple Brought To The Table – Basically iOS 12 Making The Spotlight

Apple has just moments ago held their WWDC 2018 moments ago and this time around, they have focused on their applications and refine some of their old ones.
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Starting things off is the biggest of them all, iOS 12. Yeap, it is finally coming for iPhone users. With the new update, it will give up to twice the speed for faster share sheet display under load as well as twice the speed to launch apps. Not bad for starters huh? They have said the CPU performance will also receive a major boost over time (let’s hope they fulfill this time around).

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Surprisingly, Apple seems to encourage their users a healthier balance between gadgets and life. There is a new Screen Time feature in the new iOS 12 where it tells you how much time you’re spending time on your device as well as individual apps. It will let you know which ones that you are using the most and track which apps are sending you the most notifications. In addition to that, it can give a weekly summary of your usage.
With it, you can set time limits for each app. The phone will notify you if you are running out of time that you’ve allocated to each application. Simply acts as a reminder and great to control if you have young ones around.

One thing that caught the audiences attention was iOS 12 will support Do Not Disturbed and grouped notifications, this means you can interact or dismiss multiple notifications from the same app at once. Users are give more control on how apps are allowed to send notifications, where ‘Quiet’ notifications will show up in the notification center, albeit not on the lock screen.

Previously, Animoji was introduced when the iPhone X came out. Now they are widening the options with the addition of a ghost, koala, tiger, and also a t-rex. Besides the addition, Animoji is able to detect when users are sticking out their tongue and follow their act. That’s not all, you can now create Memojis. Basically it’s yourself in the form of emoji (similar to what Samsung did).

Face Time has also received an upgrade where it will soon be able to host more than one-on-one calls. It can support up to 32 people, where the active speaker will be display larger compared to the ones that are quiet in the chat. In addition to that, they have added a little bit of fun where you can also use Animoji AND Memoji that you’ve created during calls.

Apple seems to enhancing their AR capabilities with the new ARKIT 2. With it, users can see the same thing when running the same app, even though they are on two different iPhones. There’s also the Measure App where like it’s namesake, measures things. It will allow you to accurately measure objects or walls around you. You just simply need to put the object into the frame and tap and drag out a line and it will be then measured.
Watch OS 5 was announced, it wasn’t very interesting.. but hey it’s new. Moving on.

For those who play with stocks, well you are in luck as the Stocks App has been modified completely and it’s coming for the iPad. It will support after-hours stock prices, and now includes Apple News content that might just help you on your investments in the market.
Pokdepinion: To be honest, it didn’t excited me as much. Most of them are like non-beneficial, well at least for me. I do fancy the grouped notification though, I thought it was a well thought addition.

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Affordable AMD B450 motherboards from BIOSTAR — priced from just $60!

BIOSTAR has just introduced their latest AMD B450 motherboards, the B450MHC and B450MH. The two MATX motherboards are designed to be as affordable as possible, while not skimping out on too many features that define the AMD Ryzen platform.
The two motherboards feature the enhanced VRM and memory routing specifications introduced with the X470 platform. It supports the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs, as well as RAM up to 3200 MHz. There is also support for the latest PCIe 3.0 x16 graphics cards out there.
For those who want to use this motherboard with the integrated graphics in the Ryzen APUs, there are HDMI and VGA outputs on the back I/O. Aside from the video outputs, you are also getting four USB 3.0 ports and 2 USB 2.0 ports.

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By now you might be wondering what’s the difference between the two motherboards. Well, the $60 BIOSTAR B450MHC lacks the M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 slot found on the $65 B450MH. The price difference between the two motherboards is just $5, so you would actually be better off with the slightly pricier BIOSTAR B450MH.
Pokdepinion: The lack of any VRM cooling does worry me a little…
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Spyro the Dragon Trilogy Remaster Is In The Works – Expected To Be Released This Year

After rumours started running rampant since the recent success of the Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, it would seem that a Spyro the Dragon Trilogy Remaster is indeed in the works.
Spyro the Dragon Trilogy Remaster Is In The Works

Rumours have surfaced of a potential Spyro the Dragon trilogy remaster being worked on after the recent success of the Crash Bandicoot remaster, and we don’t fault anyone for thinking that way. It’s logical that if a remaster for one mascot worked, surely the other one (which was also very popular with fans) will work too.

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According to Kotaku UK, it appears that a Spyro the Dragon trilogy remaster is indeed in the works right now. The game is said to include Spyro the Dragon, Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage!, and Spyro: Year of the Dragon. All 3 games will reportedly feature all-new assets, lighting, animations, cinematics, and a remastered soundtrack.
The downside here is that the game will be a PlayStation 4 exclusive, with a special PS4 Pro support for the game as well. No details on what we can expect for the PS4 Pro support but we expect the usual 4K gaming experience.
But not to worry, this exclusivity deal is said to only last for a year, meaning that the game will be allowed to be released on other platforms later on, just like how it was for Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy. At the moment, the game is current being developed by Vicarious Visions, which is also the same studio behind the Crash Bandicoot remaster.
The Spyro the Dragon trilogy remaster is expected to be released in Q3 2018, with sources indicating that it will be released in September as it is in line with Spyro the Dragon’s 20th anniversary celebration. Don’t take that last bit as fact until it has been officially announced as it is still considered a speculation on the matter.
Source: Kotaku UK
Pokdepinion: I’ve said it before, I’ll say it again. I am more excited for this rather than Crash Bandicoot and I am more than happy to be spending money to see it come back… the original iteration of it at least, not those weird reboots which didn’t do well.
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Cougar Forza 85 Review – Classy Looks, Classy Performance

Cougar has a hand in many things gaming – from keyboards to chairs to even the niche variations of it. What lands on our desk this time isn’t a niche product though – it’s their Forza 85 CPU cooler, designed for mainstream desktop CPUs. It certainly has the looks, but what about the performance? Let’s find out.
Unboxing

The packaging is fairly straightforward, all essential information are pretty much labeled in the front, and also the detailed specifications of the cooler itself detailed in the back.

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Inside you’ll find lots of mounting screws and hardware – quite a lot to take in. At this point I’d strongly suggest you to open up the user manual to see which screw you will use depending on your CPU socket of choice. That said, Cougar also gives you everything you need for the installation – that includes a Philips screwdriver and a thermal paste, so no need to worry about missing certain tools.
This cooler comes with one MHP 120 fan, however the included extra fan clips allow for any standard 120mm fans to be clipped on the other side of the heatsink should you require more cooling.
Appearance
The standout design feature includes the brushed aluminium heatsink, plus a blacked-out MHP 120 fan. The rather sizeable heatsink is also offset to the left side, giving your RAM sticks extra headroom. There’s no RGB to be found here, so those who prefer stealthy-looking builds might like this.

Another color it lacks is copper – this cooler is all nickel-plated so it definitely checks the boxes as far as stealth is concerned.

It only comes with a single, daisy-chained cable – connect that to CPU fan header of your motherboard, and the daisy-chained header is reserved for the second fan.
Specifications
Cougar Forza 85

Socket compatibility
Intel Socket LGA 115X / 1366 / 1200 / 1700 / 2011 / 2066
AMD AM4 / FM2 / FM1 / AM3+ / AM3 / AM2+ / AM2

Heatsink dimensions
85 x 135 x 160mm (without fan)
110 x 135 x 160mm (with fan)

Heatsink weight
958g (without fan)
1160g (with fan)

Fan(s) (MHP 120)
Size
120 x 120 x 25 mm

Quantity
1 pcs

Speed
600-2000 RPM ±200RPM

Airflow
82.48 CFM (± 10%)

Air pressure
4.24 mm H2O±10%

MTTF
Unspecified

Noise
31.68 dBA (Max)

Included accessories
Mounting backplates & screws
Fan clips (for two fans)
Screwdriver
Thermal compound
User manual

Warranty
2 years

Test System

Processor
Intel Core i9-12900K

CPU Cooler (as tested)
Cougar Forza 85

Thermal Compound
Cooler Master Mastergel Maker

Motherboard
ASUS ROG STRIX Z690-E GAMING Wi-Fi

Graphics Card
NVIDIA RTX 3080 Ti Founders Edition

Memory
2x 16GB KLEVV DDR5-6000 CL40

Storage
Samsung SSD 980 PRO 250GB

Power Supply
Cooler Master V1200 Platinum 1200W

Case
VECTOR Bench Case (open chassis)

Testing Methodology
To ensure minimal variations between benchmarks, all CPU coolers will use Cooler Master Mastergel Maker as the thermal compound. All tests are performed on Cinebench R23, with Multi-core stress test option (10-minute continuous loop).
The test is performed in two loads – first a 120W setting, which represents mainstream Intel CPU’s default PL2 limit (125W) and AMD’s 105W TDP limit; then a 180W setting which represents heavier loads expected from upcoming 12/16-core Ryzen 7000 series processors. We do not test beyond this as any higher TDPs will be reaching the territory of liquid or even exotic cooling solutions.
Ambient temperature is set to 25°C, fan speed are managed automatically to represent out-of-the-box performance. Temperature readings are based on CPU package temperature as reported by HWiNFO64. Noise levels are measured 30cm away from source mounted on the open chassis.
Installation

As I mentioned earlier, this fan cooler comes with lots of screws – so if you haven’t open up the user manual at this point, better open it now. For our test we used the Core i9-12900K, which uses LGA 1700 socket. The mounting screw will be the L-shaped chrome screws, which is inserted into the Intel CPU backplate. Align the notches on the backplate, then insert the blue plastic washers on the other side to secure it.

Now put the backplate through the back of the motherboard – this time, you’ll need to put the tall plastic washers to secure it in place. Once that’s done, put the bracket on top of it, and make sure to align center before you proceed (this is only required for LGA 1700 installations only, other socket types will fit accordingly). Finally, secure the bracket with black screws to finally complete this “bracket sandwich”.

This cooler only uses two screws, both centered left and right. Align the screws, then start rotating the screws to lock the cooler in place. Keep in mind the left side screw is placed under the heatsink – you’ll need to put the screwdriver through the cutout from the top of the heatsink to access it. Finally, use the fan clips to latch the fan on the right side of the heatsink, some force required.
Performance

The Cougar Forza 85 held up pretty well despite having a single fan configuration – its temperature and noise levels are almost identical to the venerable Cooler Master Hyper 212 LED Turbo ARGB on the 120W load, with 1°C more and 1dBA less. That’s a fair trade, as noise is usually prioritized on lower power levels. Under 180W load, it performs well against the Hyper 212, with up to 3°C lower temps in exchange for 1dBA louder fan noise (which I’ll describe it as similar as air conditioner’s fans). Like the Hyper 212 though, there’s no point pushing it beyond that – most CPU coolers of this price range will almost certainly thermal throttle with the 241W this CPU is capable of generating under stock conditions.
Conclusion

At RM249, the Cougar Forza 85 slightly more expensive than the competition, but this is a pretty solid performer. Pair it with a CPU with reasonable TDPs and you should have a good amount of wiggle room should you prefer a custom fan curve as far as temps and noise are concerned. That said, there’s extra upgrade path should you ever want to get there, and it will definitely hold up against some entry-level liquid coolers. Those who likes stealthy builds will likely appreciate its looks as well, though it’d be nice if the installation process can be just simplified ever so slightly.
At the end of this review, I award Cougar Forza 85 CPU cooler with our Silver Pokdeward.

Big thanks to Fusion Tech and COUGAR Malaysia for sending us this CPU cooler for the purpose of this review.
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Kingston HyperX Fury DDR4 RGB 3200MHz CL16 16GB Review — what you see is what you get

Kingston’s gaming lineup, HyperX, produces quite an array of products. Their gaming memory is also quite an interesting lineup, with the HyperX Fury as their mainstream series, the HyperX Predator as their more premium option and also the HyperX Impact series of high-performance SO-DIMM. We will be taking a look at a member of the HyperX Fury family today, namely the HyperX Fury DDR4 RGB. Our sample here is a single 16GB stick running at DDR4-3200, so let’s see how much more can we squeeze out of it.
Unboxing

We didn’t exactly receive a “kit” per se, with only one 16GB stick of the HyperX FURY DDR4 RGB. It comes in a pretty nice box, although I would appreciate the speed and latency being mentioned in front, instead of just telling us that it is Intel XMP Certified.

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The back also doesn’t hold much information, and only informs you that it is compatible with several RGB software from motherboard vendors, including their own HyperX NGenuity. The only place that you can see the speed and latency is on the tiny little label on the lower right corner. No idea why HyperX isn’t more proud of the performance capabilities of the HyperX FURY DDR4 RGB.

In the box we get the HyperX FURY DDR4 RGB protected by a sturdy plastic tray. There’s also a warranty and installation guide and a HyperX sticker. Pretty basic stuff.
Appearance

HyperX didn’t exactly rework the design of the HyperX FURY DDR4 RGB by much, and the main difference between the HyperX FURY DDR4 RGB and the non-RGB HyperX Fury is just the additional translucent plastic strip at the top for the RGB lighting to diffuse out of. The metal heatspreaders on the sides aren’t too interesting either, with them being rather thin.

The lighting from the strip is very smoothly diffused, which is always something that I expect to see from any RGB memory. Safe to say it won’t look out of place or “splotchy” with distinct brightness gaps between the actual LEDs underneath the plastic.
Specifications
HyperX Fury DDR4 RGB 3200MHz CL16

Memory dies
8Gb Hynix DJR

Frequency
3200MHz

Primary Timings
CL16-18-18-36 (XMP)

Voltage
1.35V

Capacity
16GB

Dimensions
41.24(H) x 133.35(L) x 7(W) mm

Test Machine

CPU
Intel Core i9-10900K @ 5.1GHz

CPU Cooler
MasterLiquid ML240R

Motherboard
ASUS ROG Maximus XIII Hero

Storage
Kingston UV400 120GB
Kingston UV500 1TB
Seagate FireCuda SSHD 1TB

Power Supply
Cooler Master V1200 Platinum

GPU
PowerColor Red Devil Radeon RX 5600 XT

Overclocking
The HyperX FURY DDR4 RGB we have comes with the Hynix DJR memory ICs that we first encountered in the KLEVV memory. However this is a dual-rank configuration to accommodate the higher capacity. There are also 16GB sticks out there with 16Gb memory ICs in a single-rank configuration, so your mileage may vary. But then again, YMMV is applicable even if you get the exact same sticks of memory.

The XMP is perfectly stable here, with slightly better performance than you would expect out of a single-rank DIMM. The latency is also slightly higher than single-rank DIMM. Of course, going dual-channel will also yield greater bandwidth.

I only managed to go up to 3600MHz CL18 at 1.4V, with any attempts to go further being bootable, but not stable enough to even pass 100% MemTest. I even tried 3733MHz CL20 at 1.45V, and it was a no go. Based on our experience, while DJR doesn’t exactly like tight timings, it is quite capable in terms of frequency. I guess I just wasn’t lucky, or Kingston is doing an excellent job at binning the memory for their target frequencies.
Conclusion
You can find the 16GB HyperX FURY DDR4 RGB 3200MHz CL16 RAM for RM454 on their official Lazada store, although it can be found for quite a bit less from other resellers on Lazada. It isn’t going to overclock like a dream, but if you are looking for 16GB sticks of DDR4-3200 memory that will work right off the bat and look good in your build, this might just be it.

I won’t recommend it to enthusiasts who enjoy tinkering with their overclocks, but the HyperX FURY DDR4 RGB will work great for gamers who want plenty of RAM, and not spend all day just trying to get that slightly higher score. The HyperX Infrared Sync Technology is also worth noting, if you are OCD about the lighting on your RAM stick being synchronized with one another. Unfortunately we didn’t get to test that as we only had a single stick to play with.
With that said, if you aren’t particular, there are quite a few options out there that can be gotten for slightly less money. So if you don’t mind sacrificing on the looks a little, you might want to give them a look as well.

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YES PRIHATIN to equip B40 families with free phones, free data and free learning content!

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YES has just announced their plans under the Government’s Jaringan PRIHATIN initiative that will provide free phones and free data to B40 families and individuals for a whole year. YES will also be throwing in free access to YTL Foundation’s Learn from Home content via the FrogAsia Mobile App for the whole year. And you don’t need to pay a single sen to enjoy all that!

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YES PRIHATIN is entirely FREE for B40 users!
To sign up for the YES PRIHATIN Learn-From-Home Families or YES PRIHATIN Learn-From-Home Individuals plans, subscribers do not have to pay anything nor do they need to sign any contract. You don’t even have to go out and collect the YES 4G SIM, as they will even send you the SIM card directly to your doorstep. It is entirely free, and subscribers will even receive a RM50 Shopee voucher to help ease the burden during these trying times!

The YES PRIHATIN Learn-From-Home Families and YES PRIHATIN Learn-From Home Individuals plans only differ in the amount of quota available. The former gets 30GB/month for the 1-year period, while the latter gets 15GB/month. The access to the Learn-From-Home lessons on the FrogPlay Mobile App will let students take in 1271 lessons across four core subjects and tackle over 13 000 quizzes — making learning and revising easily accessible.
YTL Foundation’s Learn-from-Home program has been started since March 2020 and has been helping the B40 community with free learning content, free data and free phones. The program was further extended to university undergrads in July last year, and also the 230 000 teachers of the National Union of the Teaching Profession (NUTP) last month.

YES follows Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin’s launch of the Jaringan PRIHATIN program which will provide RM300 and RM180 subsidies for devices and data subscriptions, respectively. As compared to other local telcoes here in Malaysia, they are the only ones to not require any upfront costs nor monthly fees.
This will definitely help the struggling B40 families who might find it difficult to cough up the upfront fees to allow their children to continue their lessons from home. YES aims to further assist the B40 families, by providing longer term support to this underserved community, rather than just short-term relief.
To be eligible for the YES PRIHATIN plans, you have to be qualified as a B40, which will be verified with your MyKad number. You can visit yes.my/kasiupB40 or call 018-3333 303 to find out more about the YES PRIHATIN plans and also apply for the plans.
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Pokdepinion: Definitely appreciate all these great gestures to help out the B40 communities!
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PS Plus Asia July 2019 FREE GAMES Lineup – The Latest Football Game Around?

PS Plus Asia July 2019 FREE GAMES Lineup

If you’re a PS Plus member, then chances are that you’ve been wondering what sort of free games are coming your way. Well wonder no more as we have the official PS Plus Asia July 2019 free games lineup right here.
This lineup is for the Asia region. For the US and EU region lineup, click right here.
First up, we have the action game Aegis Defenders by Guts Department. You play as a team of Ruinhunters searching for the one thing that can save their village, a legendary weapon known as Aegis. You have to explore, build, and defend in this unique mashup of Action-Platformer and Tower Defense strategy.

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Next up, we have the latest entry to Konami’s long-running football game series, PES 2019. The game brings some new features, with the ML Real Season allowing yo experience what it’s like to be an actual football team manager. It also has some changes to the transfer system, ICC pre-season, and new exclusive licenses. If you have a PS4 Pro, you can enjoy the game in 4K HDR.
Aside from these games, you will also be getting a special PS4 20th Anniversary theme featuring PIPOSARU and TORO. This theme is exclusive to PS Plus members only as well, so if you can’t download it, your membership might have expired. All of these will be available until 6th August 2019.
Pokdepinion: It may seem like a bit of an odd combination here but I’d be pretty down for PES 2019. More so if friends wanted to play a football game as I don’t generally buy them.
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Call of Duty Cracks Down On External Input Based Cheating Devices

Latest Ricochet Anticheat update will check on any hardware-based cheating tools that alter gameplay, providing unfair advantage.
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Call of Duty’s anti-cheat team, Ricochet, has officially introduced globally a new feature that detects third party hardware which interferes with gameplay. These devices typically act as a passthrough in between mice and host system to provide players an ability to gain unfair advantage by reducing or eliminating gun recoil. This feature is now live on both Modern Warfare II and Warzone 2.0.
When such device is detected, the game will first warn the player with the message “Unsupported Device Warning”, and continued use will result in further punishments including “additional warnings, the deployment of mitigations (which includes a few rather amusing effects that prevents the cheater from damaging other players), account or feature suspensions, or the banning of the offending account across Call of Duty titles, per our Security and Enforcement Policy.”

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Aside from that, the new “Replay Investigation Tool” will record any completed match for further review, in order to determine if players has cheated in the process. This process will be automatic for matches in the “highest tiers of competition”, and any suspicious accounts will have their gameplay data captured for review as well. Additionally, behavioral offenses (such as griefing) will also be subjected to similar punishments as above.
Pokdepinion: The lengths people go just to cheat – it’s not nice to see.
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[MWC2019] HUAWEI MateBook X Pro revealed with upgraded NVIDIA GeForce MX 250 graphics

Aside from the impressive HUAWEI Mate X, HUAWEI also unveiled their latest laptops at MWC 2019. The HUAWEI MateBook X Pro retains the 3K Ultra FullView display, but upgrades the innards with some of the latest hardware.

For starters, there is the new GeForce MX250 with 2GB VRAM. It doesn’t seem to be much change coming from the GeForce MX150, but hey, it’s new. There is also the latest 8th Generation “Whiskey Lake” Intel Core i7 8565U and i5 8265U, promising better performance versus the older HUAWEI MateBook X Pro.

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HUAWEI also changed the external a bit, refreshing the design to feature the new HUAWEI logo on the aluminium lid. Aside from that, HUAWEI has maintained most of the aesthetics from the original MateBook X Pro, which isn’t half bad if you ask me.

The new HUAWEI MateBook X Pro will be available from April 2019 in China, with it expected to be offered in various countries in Europe, North America, Asia Pacific, Middle East and more regions.
Key HUAWEI MateBook X Pro Specifications

Up to Intel Core i7 8565U, 4C/8T up to 4.6 GHz, 14nm+++
NVIDIA GeForce MX250 2GB GDDR5
Up to 16GB LPDDR3 2133 RAM
Up to 1TB NVMe PCIe SSD
13.9″ 3K 3:2 LTPS LCD display, 100% sRGB gamut, 91% screen-to-body ratio
57.4 Wh Li-po battery, 65W charging
Windows 10
Starting from 1599 euro (~RM7384)

Pokdepinion: Well, a laptop that costs less than the HUAWEI Mate X. And it’s foldable too.. Hmm.
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How Google Recommends To Stay Safe Online in 2022

Google dedicates February to Staying Safe Online
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Safer Internet Day commenced on February 8 as part of Google’s initiative to better protect its users online. As the number of privacy related searches and data security becomes increasingly concerning, Google is dedicating the month of February to educating its’ users with helpful tips, features and tools.
According to findings from Google’s 2021 Year in Search trends, it was found that people have been searching up ways to guard themselves against online fraud and scams. These searches have grown an astonishing 35% over the year in several countries, including Malaysia.
This month, Google’s commitment to keeping its users safe goes through the security measures they have in place like automated protections to secure people’s accounts thoroughly while imploring that users make use of the easy-to-use security features that come with additional tools for extra layers of protection.

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How You Can Stay Safe from Online Scams

For a start, Google recommends you to take their in-built Security Check up test. You should also check links and be extra careful when it comes to suspicious links and requests for your personal information. With the rise of fake COVID-19 news, people should also be aware of how scammers are utilizing fake news to prey on your concerns.
On top of that, Google has a function for Gmail that automatically filters spam, phishing and malware, thus blocking dangerous emails before they reach your inbox. Google’s Safe Browsing function also warns you about unsafe websites and protects you from misleading ads.
To learn more, you can refer to Google’s official Malaysia Twitter page throughout the month for more safety and security tips and reminders.
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Pokdepinion: There really is no harm checking out these articles mentioned as data privacy is a valid concern amongst people these days.
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NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 and GTX 1650 expected to put the hurt on AMD

The NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti is a great card for RM1599, but NVIDIA isn’t going to stop at that for their mid-range cards. While AMD has yet to respond with a newer card of their own, NVIDIA will reportedly preemptively release the GeForce GTX 1660 and GeForce 1650 to further pressure AMD.

The new cards are purportedly going to be priced at $229 (~RM933) for the GeForce GTX 1660 and $179 (~RM729) for the GeForce GTX 1650, in-line with earlier leaks for the GeForce GTX 16-series cards’ pricing. DigiTimes further revealed the expected launch dates for the cards, with the higher end GeForce GTX 1660 slated for 15th March launch, while the GeForce GTX 1650 will come later on 30th April.

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AMD’s Navi cards are only expected to launch in early July, leaving plenty of time for NVIDIA to dominate the market. NVIDIA is allegedly looking to drive AMD’s market share down to less than 25%, which is quite possible considering that the AMD Radeon RX 590 is nothing to shout about. The Radeon VII is a much more interesting card, but then again its situated in the higher price bracket which doesn’t really contribute nearly as much to market share.

NVIDIA is apparently still hurting from the cryptocurrency crash, and plans to prevent its profits from further dropping with these affordable gaming cards.
Pokdepinion: With NVIDIA focusing on the mid-range market that AMD Navi is expected to dominate, AMD will be fighting an uphill battle again this time.
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