Mio MiVue 792 Review

The Mio MiVue 792 is Mio Malaysia’s top-of-the-line dashcam. It features a sensitive Sony STARVIS sensor for better performance in low-light, and also has a slew of features that expands its capabilities beyond what’s expected of a dashcam. Sounds interesting enough? Let’s get started then.
Unboxing

The Mio MiVue 792 comes in an orange box, the brand’s signature color. It’s just thick paper, which leaves more room on the inside for the contents.

It comes with a car charger that touts a very long and thick wire, ending in a mini USB connector. To be honest, I have no idea why dashcams haven’t moved on to microUSB. There’s also a mounting bracket, which features sturdy 3M tape on one end to stick to your glass. Once you have it stuck on, it will pretty much be a permanent part of your ride. Oh and there’s a 16GB microSD card that Mio Malaysia is bundling with their dashcams. All in all, a pretty good package.

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Appearance

The Mio MiVue 792 is not really a looker, with a no-frills design. Perhaps that’s for the best, given how it will be right under your windscreen all the time. Being too attractive can be a bane for objects that you leave in your car. The notch above the lens is where the mounting bracket slots into.

For controls, the Mio MiVue 792 you will have to deal with the buttons here on the side. The orange button seen here is the Emergency Recording button. Over on the other side is the power button, but one which you will rarely use given how dashcams turn on as soon as there’s power, and the Mio MiVue 792 is no different. Unlike some of the more affordable offerings from Mio, this here doesn’t come with a touchscreen.

Speaking of the screen, the display here is a 2.7″ LCD panel. It’s quite a decent size although the resolution doesn’t really do justice to the video quality on offer. More on that later though.
Specifications

Sensor
2.13MP (1945×1097) Sony IMX291 STARVIS2.90 μm pixel size

Lens
f/1.8 aperture140° viewing angle

Sensors/Connectivity
WiFiGPS3-axis G-sensorMicrophone

Features
Auto emergency recordingLane Departure WarningForward Collision WarningCruise Control ReminderHead-light reminderSafety Camera WarningSupport secondary rear cameraStop-Go notification

Power
miniUSB (5V2A)240mAh batteryOptional Mio Smartbox for parking mode feature

Dimensions
48.8 x 90.2 x 37.05 mm

Weight
112g

User Experience
Well, mounting it to your car is a simple affair with the bracket simply sticking to your windscreen. The cable management is probably the more difficult part, with the cable being on the thicker side of things. Stuffing it into the gaps around your windscreen might prove quite cumbersome, which is why Mio Malaysia actually offers free installation, if you are in the KL area.
You need to calibrate the angle before you can make full use of the driver assistance features.
If you are lazy to head over to the authorized fitters, or you are just the DIY type of guy, you can jolly well plug the power adapter into the car power outlet and call it a day. the Mio MiVue 792 will start work as soon as you slot in a microSD card, no questions asked.

Videos are pretty decent with the option to record in up to 1080p60. Audio recording is also pretty good, with voices in the car recorded quite clearly, and engine noise being well controlled, even with a car that’s not particularly quiet like my Proton Persona. However the videos do exhibit quite a bit of noise even on a sunny day, with it being quite hard to read number plates of the cars in front when you are in motion. The videos recorded during the daytime are far from spectacular, but the videos taken at night are actually pretty impressive.
Good night videoDecent daytime recordings
More than just a dashcam

Dive into the settings and that’s where the Mio MiVue 792 shines. There’s plenty of options to make your drive a safer one. While most dashcams provide you with more concrete evidence when an accident happens, the Mio MiVue 792 tries to help you avoid an accident altogether with lane departure warning (LDWS) and forward collision warning (FCWS). With a fancy sounding warning tone, you can *hopefully* learn to drive safer.
There’s also a speed camera warning system, with updated maps that Mio promises will be released over the lifetime of the device. Unfortunately, in my testing, it didn’t have any of the known speed cameras saved into the map, while it was giving me warnings where no cameras existed. Weird. I wonder who keyed in the coordinates for those cameras.

To get the videos out of the camera, you can either download the MiVuePro app on your smartphone, or install the MiVue Manager on your PC. There’s WiFi, and you can transfer videos from the Mio MiVue 792 directly to your phone with that. Real nifty. It takes quite a while though so be prepared to be without an Internet connection for a few minutes. A boon if you are avoiding your boss’ messages. “Where were you?” “Oh I was transferring videos from my dashcam.” Connecting the memory card to a PC and using the MiVue Manager, you get even more data, with it reporting everything from the G-sensor data to your location in coordinates.
Conclusion
The Mio MiVue 792 is on the pricier side of dashcams, offered at RM799. Video quality isn’t exactly the best, but the value here is probably the additional features that Mio baked into the Mio MiVue 792. You get LDWS, FCWS and headlight reminders, which does upgrade my cheap Proton Persona into something that’s more reminiscent of a pricier car.
The Mio MiVue A30 works with the Mio MiVue 792 too for coverage behind your car as well.
Hopefully someday Mio will release a proper map that has all the correct locations of the speed cams in Malaysia. And then there’s also the way it serves as a platform for other car-related features. Instead of being just a dashcam, you can purchase a tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) from Mio and check your tire pressure from the Mio MiVue 792. It’s worth noting that the TPMS kit isn’t available here in Malaysia yet though. The Mio MiVue 792 can be linked to a rear camera like the MiVue A30 too, and record from both cameras at once. There’s also a Smartbox kit that provides it power to record when you are parked.
Overall, it’s a pretty decent package. Being a bit more affordable would probably have softened the blow that it doesn’t actually do recordings that well, but oh well. Maybe we will see better video quality in the next dashcam from Mio, along with all the cool features that are really nice to have, especially when you are driving a cheap car like me.
Our thanks to Mio Malaysia for sending us the Mio MiVue 792 for review!
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Xiaomi MIX 4 not making its way to Malaysia?

As the first Xiaomi MIX device since the Mi MIX 3 in 2018, the Xiaomi MIX 4 is an innovation-packed device that’s truly worthy of the Xiaomi MIX lineage. Unfortunately, those who were hoping to see Xiaomi’s ultimate flagship in Malaysia might be quite disappointed, as Xiaomi Malaysia reportedly has no plans to bring it to our shores officially.

For the uninitiated, the Xiaomi MIX 4 marks several firsts for Xiaomi’s lineups. There’s the truly hidden under-display camera, that doesn’t look off, unlike a certain foldable’s implementation of it. It is also the first Xiaomi smartphone to offer Ultra-Wide Band (UWB), and remains the only one to have that. Xiaomi has already announced smart speakers and smart TVs with UWB support, so the dugi’s lack of global availability might also indicate that we will not see those outside of China too.

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The rear camera of the Xiaomi MIX 4 is also pretty interesting. While the primary 108MP Samsung HMX camera isn’t that exciting anymore, the 13MP ultra-wide camera with free-form lens and also the 8MP 5X telephoto with a periscope lens are still quite novel to Xiaomi’s lineup. You also get the 120W fast charging as well as 50W wireless fast charging to quickly juice up the 4500mAh battery.

All of that is clad in a stunningly sleek ceramic chassis. With a starting price of 4999 CNY, which translates to about RM3259 in Malaysia, it might be pricier than your usual Xiaomi device, but this is an uber-premium flagship from them. Besides, Xiaomi Malaysia did offer the decidedly less enticing Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra here in Malaysia for RM4299, and it sold out just fine, so I am not sure why are they not confident with the Xiaomi MIX 4.
Xiaomi MIX 4 Specs

Snapdragon 888+, octa-core up to 2.995GHz, 5nm
Up to 12GB LPDDR5
Up to 512GB UFS 3.1 storage
6.67″ FHD+ 3D curved AMOLED display, CUP Full Screen Display
108MP main camera + 13MP ultra-wide + 8MP 5x periscope zoom
20MP CUP camera
4500mAh battery, 120W wired charging, 50W wireless charging
8GB+128GB: 4999 CNY (~RM3259)
8GB+256GB: 5299 CNY (~RM3455)
12GB+256GB: 5799 CNY (~RM3781)
12GB+512GB: 6299 CNY (~RM4107)

In any case, the Xiaomi MIX 4 is expected to be available exclusively in Europe and China. If you are willing to take a risks to own an expensive flagship without warranty, you might want to get the Europe version, as the Chinese variant might not support Play Store, if you get it via grey imports.
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Pokdepinion: Xiaomi Malaysia seems to have a habit of skipping the devices I am really interested in… First the POCO F3 GT, now this…
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Possible iPhone 8 and iPhone X Malaysia Price; It Could Be Worse

With Apple’s newest devices officially available for pre-order in other countries, this is what we predict to be the iPhone 8 and iPhone X Malaysia price.

Possible iPhone 8 and iPhone X Malaysia Price

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With Apple officially unveiling the iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and iPhone X not too long ago, people started to wonder how much these devices will cost when it officially becomes available in Malaysia. As there is no set release date in Malaysia, the local prices are still unknown. The devices now are officially available for pre-order in other countries but we will need to wait a bit longer.
All we know is that Apple has been making it available to us faster and faster, year after year. Utilizing the launch prices of the previous iPhone models for now, we may have some idea of the iPhone 8 and iPhone X Malaysia price.

iPhone 8 Malaysia Price

Let’s start with Apple’s most affordable offering. The iPhone 8 is available starting from USD $699. This is actually $50 dollars more than the most affordable last year, the iPhone 7 (USD $649). However, keep in mind that this is the 64GB iPhone 8 compared to the 32GB iPhone 7, so the price difference is somewhat justified.
In Malaysia, the entry level iPhone 7 was priced at RM3,199. Since there’s a slight increase in launch price for the entry level iPhone 8, I predict that the 64GB iPhone 8 Malaysia price will be at RM3,499.
Interestingly, the 256GB variant of the iPhone 8 is the exact same price as the 256GB variant of the iPhone 7, which is set at USD $849. In Malaysia, the 256GB iPhone 7 was launched at RM4,199. Therefore, it can be surmised that the 256GB iPhone 8 will most definitely have the same price as the iPhone 7 at launch.
Launch Price (Prediction Price in Bold)

iPhone 7 32GB: USD $649 / RM3,199
iPhone 7 256GB: USD $849 / RM4,199
iPhone 8 64GB: USD $699 / RM3,499
iPhone 8 256GB: USD $849 / RM4,199

iPhone 8 Plus Malaysia Price

Next up, we have the phone that I believe most people would be opting instead of the iPhone X, the iPhone 8 Plus. Just like the 8, the iPhone 8 Plus has a slightly higher launch price compared to the iPhone 7 Plus. Both devices had a launch price of USD $799 and USD $769 respectively.
Unlike the 8 and 7, this one only has a 30 dollar difference. Once again, this is a 32GB entry model going against a 64GB entry model. The 32GB iPhone 7 Plus was launched in Malaysia with a RM3,799 price tag. Especially because their Korean rival recently launched a new phablet, I believe that the 64GB iPhone 8 Plus Malaysia price will be set at RM3,999.
In a surprising twist, the 256GB iPhone 8 Plus has a lower launch price compared to the 256GB iPhone 7 Plus. The former was priced at USD $969 whereas the latter is being launched with a price of USD $949. With the 256GB iPhone 7 Plus in Malaysia being priced at RM4,799 at launch, I predict that the 256GB iPhone 8 Plus will be slightly cheaper at RM4,599.
Launch Price (Prediction Price in Bold)

iPhone 7 Plus 32GB: USD $769 / RM3,799
iPhone 7 Plus 256GB: USD $969 / RM4,799
iPhone 8 Plus 64GB: USD $799 / RM3,999
iPhone 8 Plus 256GB: USD $949 / RM4,599

iPhone X Malaysia Price

Now for the trickiest prediction yet. The iPhone X is Apple’s most premium smartphone offering and it’s the first of its kind, in terms of key features (or lack of it depending on how you see it) and price point. As such, it’s hard to estimate the price of the iPhone X. But, we can at least use the other iPhone prices as a benchmark.
As many of you know, the base model 64GB iPhone X will be priced at USD $999, a price tag that definitely shattered a lot of hopes during the Apple keynote speech. The most expensive iPhone offering that we’ve had is the 256GB iPhone 7 Plus, which is at USD $969, and RM4,799 in Malaysia. With that data on hand, I predict that the 64GB iPhone X will retail for RM5,199.
And now for the absolutely most expensive option, the 256GB iPhone X at USD $1,149. Here’s the thing, I feel like Apple is crazy enough to sell it for RM5,999. And as expensive as it sounds, I still believe will buy it anyway and that’s why they’re doing it. But considering the difference with the 256GB iPhone 7 Plus and what I predict to be the entry level iPhone, I’d say the 256GB iPhone X Malaysia price will more likely be RM5,799.
Launch Price Prediction

iPhone X 64GB: USD $999 / RM5,199
iPhone X 256GB: USD $1,149 / RM5,799

Now, keep in mind that these prices are simply a speculation. There are a number of factors that could influence the retail price being set for Malaysia, such as currency. The iPhone 8 and iPhone X Malaysia price could end up being higher or lower (please god, make it lower). This is what I feel is reasonable enough to believe based on Apple’s track record. What do you think?
Keep in mind that if you want to have fast charging with the new Apple devices, you’re going to need to fork out some extra cash for that as Apple will not including it in the box. Click here for full details on that.

Price source: Gadgets360, NST Online, Our iPhone 7 Price Cuts Article, Technave.
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LG’s First 240Hz OLED Monitor Now Available to Preorder Locally

Available to pre-order exclusively in Lazada Store.

Starting today until 12 February 2023, gamers can now preorder the LG UltraGear 27GR95QE OLED gaming monitor through the brand’s Lazada Store and receive a complimentary LG UltraGear branded canvas bag and water bottle. The monitor is set to price at RM4,497 during the preorder period.

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The LG UltraGear 27GR95QE is touted as the “world’s first 240Hz OLED” monitor by LG – with other specs to match. The 27-inch panel itself is said to be exclusively manufactured by LG’s display arm, LG Display; specs include QHD (2560 x 1440) resolution, virtually instantaneous 0.03ms GtG (Gray-to-Gray) response time, 98.5% DCI-P3 coverage and 1,500,000:1 contrast ratio.
Pokdepinion: That’s quite the price…
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ASUS ZenFone Max (M2) is finally here — to be offered at an unbeatable price next Tuesday!

The ASUS ZenFone Max (M2) launched in Jakarta last year has finally made it to our shores. Featuring a design pretty similar to the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M1), the ZenFone Max (M2) comes with an AI-enhanced camera, a large 6.3″ display and better audio, at a very affordable price.

It packs a 14nm Snapdragon 632 mated to 4GB RAM and 32GB storage. A 4000 mAh battery allows the ASUS ZenFone Max (M2) to live up to its Max moniker, with up to 33 days of 4G standby. You do get a large 6.3″ display, but it is somewhat let down by the HD+ resolution. It does however offer an impressive 88% screen-to-body ratio for maximum enjoyment when watching videos or gaming on the ASUS ZenFone Max (M2).

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For those who want to partake in some photography with the ASUS ZenFone Max (M2), there is a 13MP f/1.8 rear camera mated to a secondary 2MP depth sensor. Selfie lovers get an 8MP f/2.0 front facing camera with a softlight LED to illuminate your face in dim conditions.

The ASUS ZenFone Max (M2) will be priced at just RM699, and as a special introductory offer, it will be sold at a discounted price of just RM599 on 15th January on Lazada. It is the most affordable smartphone featuring the Snapdragon 632 so far, and it does seem pretty interesting especially with the promotion.
What do you think? Would you pick the ASUS ZenFone Max (M2) over the Max Pro (M2)?
Pokdepinion: The ASUS ZenFone Max Pro (M1) seems like a better deal with a better chipset and larger battery.
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PS Plus Asia January 2021 Free Games Lineup

With 2021 just literally hours away, the folks at PlayStation Asia has revealed the games which you enjoy at the start of next year. So here’s the official PS Plus Asia January 2021 free games lineup.
PS Plus Asia January 2021
Shadow of the Tomb Raider

First up on the list is Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Released back in 2018, the game is a follow up from the Rise of the Tomb Raider and sees you play as the iconic Lara Croft as the ventures through the Americas to the city of Paititi battling her way to stop a Mayan apocalypse which unfortunately she triggered.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider will be available starting 5th January to 1st February 2021.

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Maneater (PS5 version)

Up next is Maneater, a single player, open world action RPG where you play as… as shark. Starting the game as a small shark pup, you are tasked with surviving the harsh world while making your way up the ecosystem. It’s worth noting that the game is available for free for the new PS5.
Maneater will be available starting 5th January to 1st February 2021.
Greedfall

Finishing up the list is Greedfall, a game developed by Spiders Studios. The action RPG game sees you in anew world filled with magic, lost secrets, and creatures. With diplomacy, deception and force, become a part of the world and influence its course to shape your own story.
Greedfall will be available starting 5th January to 1st February 2021.
That wraps up the PS Plus Asia January 2020 free games lineup. In case you still haven’t claimed the free games for December 2020, you’d better hurry.
Pokdepinion: Looks like a solid lineup to start the year. Maneater looks pretty fun to play. Too bad I haven’t gotten a PS5 yet.
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NVIDIA Geforce Driver 531.41 Adds Support For Diablo IV Open Beta & More

Latest driver update includes DLSS 3 for Forza Horizon 5 as well.

NVIDIA’s latest GeForce Game Ready Driver (version 531.41) adds supports for various new titles and existing titles with new feature support. Among the games include Diablo IV open beta, Cyberpunk 2077 (Ray Tracing Overdrive Mode, with full path tracing support), Forza Horizon 5’s DLSS 3 upgrade and various DLSS 2 enhancements for others.

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Diablo IV Open Beta, which goes live on 24/3 (Malaysian time may be a day later), will get DLSS 2 at current phase – however NVIDIA has confirmed that DLSS 3 support is on the way as the game officially launches on June 6 this year. Meanwhile, this driver also provides optimization for Cyberpunk 2077’s technology preview of the new feature called RT Overdrive Mode (releasing on April 11) – which utilizes full path tracing. Path tracing still remained extremely demanding for GPUs, so it’ll be some ways to go before it’s fully available en masse.
Forza Horizon 5 is the latest title to get DLSS 3 upgrade. The upcoming March 28 patch will bring support for the frame generation feature, plus NVIDIA Reflex for lower click-to-photon latency (though this game is not really about clicks). Aside from that, these games are also set to get DLSS 2:

Deceive Inc.: Available now with DLSS 2
Smalland: Survive the Wilds: Available March 29 with DLSS 2
The Last of Us Part I: Available March 28 with DLSS 2

Other optimizations include:

Day-0 optimisations for

Resident Evil 4

The addition of GeForce Experience optimal settings for 4 new games, including:

Kerbal Space Program 2
Last Epoch
Like a Dragon: Ishin!
Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty

You can read on the update through NVIDIA’s blog here.
Pokdepinion: Would be interesting to see how DLSS 3 behaves in Forza. Last I checked, even DLSS 2 caused issues on the interior speedometers.
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HUAWEI P60 Pro to Feature Game-Changing Camera Zoom Capabilities

The HUAWEI P60 Pro is set to feature new camera zoom capabilities, including detailed photos in low light and even the ability to take a picture of the sun while keeping details in the foreground visible.
HUAWEI P60 Series Launching Next Week with Game-Changing Camera Zoom Capabilities

HUAWEI is set to unveil its P60 series in China next week, and the company has been teasing its audience on Weibo with teasers and official videos showcasing the zoom capabilities of its new P60 Pro flagship. Richard Yu, CEO of HUAWEI CBG, claims that the P60 Pro will have the ability to take a photo with the sun in the frame while keeping the details of the foreground visible.

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Moreover, the phone will also take detailed photos in almost complete darkness, even if the object is backlit. It also suggests that the phone will be able to take incredibly detailed images of the moon, which, in theory, would be able to circumvent the laws of optics and physics. However, putting the claims about the moon shots aside, they are expected to introduce a new type of periscope lens responsible for even better night photos.
The array of the new OV64B sensor will be RYYB, removing the green pixel, which, in theory, would allow for more light in low-lit photos. The P60 Pro is expected to feature a 50MP main camera with a 1/1.4” Sony IMX888 sensor and f/1.4-4.0 variable aperture, while the third camera will have an ultrawide lens and a 50MP 1/2.51” Sony IMX858 sensor.
The P series has always been about bringing out the best in photography, and we have no doubt that HUAWEI has great technologies up its sleeve. They are expected to unveil the P60 series on 23rd March 2023, and we are eagerly waiting to learn more details in the coming days leading up to the event.
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Pokdepinion: I have high hopes for their camera performance and I hope they bring a strong contender to the table to fight against all the Androids and iPhones of the world. A good competition in this area will result in a much faster evolution in the mobile camera department, and that is something everyone will enjoy.
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Daedalic Entertainment’s LOTR: Gollum Has Been Postponed Indefinitely

Daedalic Entertainment’s video game The Lord of the Rings: Gollum has been delayed again. The game was initially scheduled to release in 2021, according to an announcement made in 2019.
However, the project was pushed back to this autumn, and recently that release date has now extended once more At this moment, it is unsure if Gollum will still arrive before the end of 2022.

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The official The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Twitter account revealed that the game will be delayed for a few more months.

An important message. pic.twitter.com/s2UvhPfILF
— The Lord of the Rings: Gollum (@GollumGame) July 25, 2022

The game was supposed to be released in early September for the PlayStation 4 and 5, PC, Xbox One and Series S / X, whereas the Nintendo Switch version was to be released in November.
If you’re excited about the game, you can rewatch the trailer that was published earlier this month.

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Pokdepinion: I hope the pushback will benefit the developers significantly as this is the second time they delayed the game’s release. I am excited to see how the game turns out following the release of the Lord of the Rings TV series this September.
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With the PS5 release date still unknown while the Xbox Series X is basically set in stone, many gamers across the globe are wondering when we can expect it to hit store shelves. If the new reports that have surfaced as of late holds the truth, it might not be a long wait after all.
PS5 to Launch This November 2020?

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According to VGC, the Xbox Series X will indeed launch before the PS5, sometime in early November 2020. The report claims that “Microsoft has told developers to plan towards a launch in the very first week of November,” giving the company “wiggle room to potentially slip into the second week and still launch ahead of Sony.”
Interestingly, sources from within Xbox claims that the PlayStation 5 will launch on 13th November 2020, which means it will be a mid-November time frame. There may be some truth to the matter because Microsoft is actively looking to undercut Sony in terms of pricing and launch. Moreover, the mid-November time frame coincides with Sony’s previous launches for the PS4 and PS3.
With that being said however, nothing is considered official until Sony Interactive Entertainment announces it themselves. The specific date of 13th November 2020 may be a little hard to believe, but we can at least keep the mid-November time frame in mind. For now, we will be reporting more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: I’m not surprised if it is true. The companies definitely need the entirety of December to truly push out for holiday sales. Time to wait and see.
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Apex Legends Launching New 3v3 Arenas Mode As A Permanent Addition

Apex Legends is and has always been a battle royale game. While we’ve seen some variations over the years, it still sticks to its core battle royale nature. Soon, we will get to enjoy something very different as Respawn Entertainment is adding a 3v3 Arenas mode as a permanent game mode.
Apex Legends Launching New 3v3 Arenas Mode

In a rather surprising twist, Respawn Entertainment is adding a new 3v3 Arenas mode, the first time Apex Legends is stepping out of their usual battle royale format. How it works is that it will take all of the Legends, weapons, and shooting mechanics from the main game and fit it into a 3v3 round-based tactical shooter.

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There will be five specially-designed maps for the game mode, with recrafted maps from existing areas and more expected to be added later on, and all you have to do to win is to take out all members of the opposing team.
When the game starts out, you will select a Legend and enter a buy phase, similar to Valorant and CS:GO. You can use credits to purchase weapons, upgrades, healing items, and Legend abilities. After each round, your inventory will be wiped out to ensure no team has a distinct advantage from saving up. Instead of a time limit, there will be a circle that slowly closes and it works similarly to the main battle royale.
Respawn Entertainment said that they are committed to support Arenas as its own separate mode, and they plan on adding a ranked queue for it in the future. They will also balance the Legends and weapons accordingly for the mode as well.
For now, Apex Legends Arenas will be coming as part of the upcoming Legacy update, which is set to launch on 4th May 2021 on all available platforms.
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Pokdepinion: Given that I’ve spent more time in Valorant as of late, I’m quite keen on trying this new mode but I really wished it was 5v5 instead. That way, I can play with more friends but perhaps it’s something that can be added on in the future.
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The OLED monitor now delivers 1000 nits peak brightness.

ASUS today announces the new ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM gaming monitor with improved display specs. The monitor features a 26.5-inch QHD (2560×1440) OLED panel with 240Hz refresh rate and virtually instant 0.03ms response time alongside NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible / AMD FreeSync Premium support.

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To increase the performance and longevity of OLED panels, ASUS has installed a custom passive-cooling heatsink and voltage optimizations to minimize degradation and wear. This heatsink is said to lower the temperatures to 5% below other monitors of its class while delivering 17% more brightness than the previous ROG OLED displays. Meanwhile, the auto-brightness limiter (ABL) – an ROG-exclusive feature – helps with brightness uniformity so the brightness remain consistent even when bright window changes.

Aside from that, this monitor comes with HDR with 1000 nits (though no VESA DisplayHDR certification is mentioned here), 99% DCI-P3 and 135% sRGB coverage with Delta E of <2 (factory-calibrated), 1,500,000:1 contrast ratio and 10-bit color. I/O wise, it features two HDMI 2.0 ports, a single DisplayPort 1.4 and two USB-A ports. The new design houses a tripod socket on top for mounting webcams or other compatible accessories.
ASUS has yet to announce pricing for the Swift OLED PG27AQDM, so keep your eyes peeled.
Pokdepinion: The new design looks so much nicer than the previous ones, though I imagine the thinner part needs to be handled with care especially when mounted on VESA arms.
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MSI Announces GAMING TRIO WHITE Series For RTX 4080, RTX 4070 Ti

For those who prefer white-colored PC builds.

MSI today has announced two new cards, both of which are based on its standard GAMING TRIO counterpart, with identical specs. The GAMING TRIO WHITE series, which comes in RTX 4080 and RTX 4070 Ti variants, is designed for light-theme PC builds; like their standard counterpart, RGB is included as well.

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The fans utilize MSI’s latest TORX Fan 5.0 design as part of its TRI FROZR 3 cooling solutions; Dual BIOS mode, Mystic Light RGB are also the features users can expect. The GPU support bracket is also white-colored to match the complete build’s aesthetics.
Both the RTX 4080 GAMING X TRIO WHITE and RTX 4070 Ti GAMING X TRIO WHITE will be available starting February 2023.
Pokdepinion: The design looks nicer in white, in my opinion.
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Dell Malaysia Updates Pricing for Cherry MX Keyboard on Alienware m15 R4 and m17 R4

Earlier, we reported about the new Alienware m15 R4 and m17 R4 having an optional Cherry MX mechanical keyboard upgrade. On Dell Malaysia, it was erroneously listed with an additional cost of RM1,202. Now, we have the correct pricing for it.
Dell Malaysia Updates Pricing for Cherry MX Keyboard on Alienware m15 R4 / m17 R4

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After our earlier report, the team at Dell Malaysia noticed that the price they listed for the Cherry MX mechanical keyboard upgrade for the Alienware m15 R4 and m17 R4 isn’t accurate. They have since updated it to reflect the actual price, and it’s much lower than RM1,202. The optional upgrade is now listed with an RM499 price tag.
In case you missed it, the mechanical keyboard for both gaming laptops will make use of the new MX Ultra Low Profile switches, which are 3.5mm thick, which is a lot thinner compared to the 11.9mm-sized MX Low Profile switches. It’s built with stainless steel wings that can swing open and push down. Apart from that, it’s also made of thermoplastic polymer that should be able to withstand heat.
According to Alienware and  Cherry, the travel distance is 1.8mm and it’s said to give a satisfying feedback along with that signature “thock” sound. The way the switch was designed is to aid in typing accuracy and give it self-cleaning capabilities with each press.

From what we understand thus far, the keyboard design in both Alienware m15 R4 and m17 R4 did not require any major changes or tweaks to accommodate the new Cherry MX Ultra Low Profile switches. The lid can also be closed just fine, which should give consumers a better idea of how thin the switches are.
The optional Cherry MX keyboard upgrade will come with AlienFX per-key RGB backlighting and full N-key rollover with anti-ghosting, so you won’t be missing anything from the original keyboard. It’s worth noting that all keys except for the function row will be utilizing the new mechanical switches if you opt for the upgrade.
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Pokdepinion: Now this sounds a lot more believable. RM1,202 just to upgrade the keyboard is way too much if you ask me, but I wouldn’t be surprise if diehard fans are willing to pay that much.
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Acer Launches New LED and Laser Projectors For Both Home And Work

Acer announced a number of new LED and laser projectors for both personal and business use. These new models include a best-in-class wireless LED 1080p projector with 3,000 lumens of brightness and also high energy-efficiency laser projectors that reach 3,100 lumens.
Acer VD6510i and Acer PD1530i

The new Acer VD6510i is a wireless 3,000 lumens LED 1080p projector that delivers ultra-smooth 1080p 120Hz projections with 125% coverage of the Rec. 709 color gamut for excellent color saturation and vivid images. The VD6510i is further enhanced by 16x sequential display speed that minimizes rainbow effect, while 3,000 ANSI lumens of brightness enables the projector to produce a crystal clear image even for large screens or in a room with the lights on.

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Also with 3,000 ANSI lumens brightness, the Acer PD1530i is a business-oriented projector that was designed around making meetings as convenient as possible. It is a cable free, wireless 1080p LED projector and is capable of throwing a 100-inch screen from a distance of less than 3m. It also has a 30,000 hour lifespan so business users can expect to get many years of use out of the PD1530i projector.
The PD range of projectors will be available in North America starting at USD1099 (RM4559.20) in EMEA starting at EUR1199 (RM5894.09). The VD range of projectors will be available in North America starting at USD1099 (RM4559.20).
Acer XL Series

The Acer XL series has three different variants, the XL1220, XL1320W and XL1520. Using only 143 watts of power, the XL series contain some of the most energy-efficient 3,100 lumens laser projectors in the world. The projectors projectors are reliable devices that deliver stunning image quality of up to 1080p and are priced for the mainstream market, making them perfect for use in medium-sized meeting rooms.
The XL Series also has IP6X certification, preventing the ingress of dust or other solid particles that may damage the device. This durability makes the 3,100 lumens projectors capable of being used under any ambient lighting, and combined with a 30,000-hour lifespan, they require remarkably little maintenance.
The XL series also has portrait and 360-degree projection modes to accommodate any sort of space or scenario.
The XL range of projectors will be available in North America starting at USD999 (RM4144.35) in EMEA starting at EUR999 (RM4910.92).
Acer UL5630 and Acer PL series

The Acer UL5630 is designed to overcome the limitations of space, capable of throwing a 120-inch projection from a distance of just 31cm. This ultra-short throw projector is equipped with a new high-quality image laser diode that enables it to project in WUXGA with 4,500 lumens of brightness. The UL5630 also has the ability to project freely in 360 degrees or in
portrait mode.

The Acer PL series on the other hand are low-maintenance laser projectors with a 30,000 hour lifespan and high brightness of 6,000 ANSI Lumens. The Acer PL series also has three different variants (PL7610/PL7610T/PL7510) and are ideal for those working with particularly large venues, such as conferences, boardroom presentations or exhibition stands.
The UL5630 projector will be available in North America starting at USD2099 (RM8707.70) in EMEA starting at EUR1999 (RM9826.75). Meanwhile, the PL7610T projector will be available in North America starting at USD2399 (RM9952.25) in EMEA starting at EUR2499 (RM12284.67).
For more information, do head over to the Acer official website right here.
Pokdepinion: I’ve always wanted too try gaming with a projector. Hook up my PS4 to a projector and just game in bed while looking up at the ceiling.
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Bad Connection On Your Home Wi-Fi Network? Extendable Routers May Be The Solution

If you happen to live in either apartments or just a big house, there’s a chance that your Wi-Fi connection more often than not gets interrupted by either weak or interfered signals which manifests themselves as buffering while streaming, or worse yet, you getting kicked out of that game match in the heat of the battle. I’ve been there, plenty of times.
So naturally at this point you’re searching for ways to improve that dreaded Wi-Fi experience. Moving the routers? Get a Wi-Fi range extenders or a mesh system? Or even, use aluminum foil hacks to reflect more signals to the direction of your device? Before you rush and click purchase on whatever you’re looking at, let us introduce you to a something called ‘Extendable Routers’.
What’s An Extendable Router?
Extendable router, in essence, is just like any other router – it can connect multiple devices and provide Internet connection from your ISP (Internet Service Provider, such as Unifi or Time) or just allow the devices to talk to each other in the same network (think local file transfers); however, there’s a crucial difference: it can also double up as a Wi-Fi mesh system while doing all of the above. On paper, this will not require you to buy a separate dedicated mesh system which must rely on the host router to function.

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There’s also the added convenience of seamless connections. A traditional Wi-Fi extender requires a separate connection – which means you have to manually connect to whichever connection is stronger from your location. As you walk through the room, the Wi-Fi will continue to stick to whichever connection it has and will not switch unless it is out of range, which can lead to degraded experience especially when the signal is weak, but not weak enough to drop and reconnect to a new signal.
An extendable router system and by extension, a mesh system can seamlessly handle the connection and hand it off to the closest router or mesh node available to maintain stable connectivity. All of these happens in the background so you most likely won’t ever notice it, unless you’re staring at the signal bars of course.
ASUS’s Solution: AiMesh
Enter ASUS’s AiMesh. Most modern ASUS routers already comes with this feature baked-in, so it’s just a matter of setting it up (which is fairly easy by using the app) and you’ll be good to go. There’s no compatibility concerns either – all ASUS routers with AiMesh support will work with each other right away. Now, at this point you may ask: what’s special about it that makes it different than other, more standard Wi-Fi mesh systems? There’s a few, actually.

First off, since this is effectively a router, you can in theory upcycle it as a regular router when it’s no longer used as part of the mesh network as you upgrade to a newer standard, such as Wi-Fi 7. Think of it as a hand-me-down to your family members just like how PCs or phones gets passed down to the kids. Alternatively, you can upgrade to the new one while leave the old ones to operate as an additional mesh node, extending the coverage area – it’s a simple yet effective way to reduce potential e-waste.

And then there’s the more immediate benefit of what ASUS offers. All AiMesh supported routers from ASUS comes with built-in security solutions provided by Trend Micro, no subscription fees required. The AiProtection feature uses threat definitions provided by Trend Micro to protect all devices under the network from malicious websites, isolate compromised devices (which may infiltrate through worm-based attacks), and a VPN server that offers additional protection. Both the RT-AX57 and RT-AX1800HP Wi-Fi 6 routers can provide just that without breaking the bank.

Gamers also have their fair share of benefits to be had as well. If you’ve ever dealt with the dreaded port forwarding feature which more often than not limits your ability to enter multiplayer sessions (such as restricted NAT type), the ASUS routers – such as RT-AX86U Pro and TUF Gaming AX4200 – makes it easy to configure and allow gaming-related network traffic to flow with minimal interruptions. ROG models meanwhile gets the exclusive Triple-Level Game Acceleration feature that cuts down latency even further.

For the privacy-conscious, there’s various VPN protocols available such as PPTP, L2TP/IPSec, OpenVPN and WireGuard providing users plenty of options to choose from; gamers in the family will appreciate the VPN Fusion feature which can run both VPN-protected connections and low-latency connection at the same time. No need to manually turn on and off the VPN again just to pick either privacy or speed, because why not both?
So by now you perhaps can understand the benefits of getting an extendable router as your next home Wi-Fi upgrade. ASUS offers a variety of options – from the budget-focused to the bleeding-edge, they got you covered. No need to worry about telco or ISP support, either: all major telcos such as Maxis, TM Unifi and Time are all supported with these routers. You can also check out other Wi-Fi 6 and Wi-Fi 6E offerings from ASUS Official Store in Shopee and Lazada, or read more about the extendable routers here.
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Genshin Impact 2.5 Leak Reveals Collei Character Data Removal

The latest Genshin Impact 2.5 leak reveals a particularly important data removal from the beta, which is on a new character named Collei. Here’s what we know thus far.
Genshin Impact 2.5 Leak: Collei Character Data Removed

(What did you guys expect, it was a mistake to leave that in.)
— Dim (@dimbreath) January 10, 2022

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Based on information disclosed by renowned Genshin Impact leaker Dimbreath,, there was data on new character Collei that can be found in the 2.5 beta. It gives us details on Elemental Burst gadgets for the new character, which suggests that Collei will indeed be a playable character.
Unfortunately, that data has since been removed from the beta version of the game. Under normal circumstances, this type of data could simply be there as placeholder but now, it’s clear that it was a genuine mistake on miHoYo’s end. One thing’s for sure, we might be able to learn more about the character soon.
Genshin Impact is currently available for free on the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Android, iOS, and PC. A Nintendo Switch port of the game is coming sometime in the near future.
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Pokdepinion: I’m pretty sure they just want to keep it a surprise and accidentally left it in there in the first place. I highly doubt the character got cancelled, as some might have speculated online.
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Get your Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ at these roadshows for extra goodies!

The Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ pre-orders have ended, but you can still get the latest Galaxy at simultaneous roadshows held nationwide. Get amazing exclusive deals on the Gear VR with Controller and new Gear 360 at HALF price only at the roadshows held at Sunway Pyramid (Klang Valley), Queensbay Mall (Penang), and Sutera Mall (Johor Bahru). The roadshows will held from 5th May until 7th May 2017, so if you want to grab these accessories with hefty discounts, you know where to go. ;)

You will also get to experience the Samsung DeX service at the roadshows. Samsung DeX allows you to seamlessly transition from a smartphone to a desktop PC with a simple dock, the DeX station. This allows you to access apps, browse the apps and more from a bigger screen and interact with the device with a keyboard and mouse for efficient multitasking and maximized productivity. The DeX Station will be available in June for RM459.

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Samsung will also offer a Limited Edition Starter Kit that consists of a clear cover, a screen protector, a wireless charger stand and a USB Type-C cable with every purchase of the Galaxy S8 or S8+. If that’s not enough, you will also be getting a compact 5100 mAh battery pack to keep your device juiced up throughout the day.
A limited time Trade-Up campaign is also running, where you can exchange your current smartphone to receive a special rebate when you take the step up to the brand new Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8+. These two offers will be available at all 76 Samsung Experience Stores nationwide, the roadshows and selected authorized dealers.
Pokdepinion: The hefty discounts are really hard to pass on, especially if you are interested on the new Gear VR and Gear 360.
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AMD Ryzen 5 2500U benchmarked; one APU to beat them all!

AMD’s Ryzen Mobile CPUs have just been benchmarked, and they look amazing from every aspect!
The gamechanger?
If you thought that the recently announced AMD Ryzen Mobile CPUs were going shake things up in the mobile segment, you are right. Notebookcheck got their hands on the HP Envy x360 15 with the AMD Ryzen 5 2500U, and things look good!
CPU performance

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Now you may be asking, how good? Well, better than the Kaby Lake Intel Core i5 7300HQ and go toe-to-toe with the Kaby Lake Refresh Intel Core i5 8250U. That’s a really massive leap from the last-gen Bristol Ridge mobile APUs that couldn’t even beat Intel’s dual-core offerings despite packing four cores, while consuming more power.
GPU performance

What about the GPU performance? It’s really amazing. AMD’s Vega 8 GPU in the AMD Ryzen 5 2500U destroys Intel’s HD Graphics 620 solution used in the Kaby Lake Refresh CPUs, and even bests NVIDIA’s discrete GeForce 940MX offering. It slots right between the GeForce 940MX and GeForce MX150. Do note that this is an integrated solution, not a discrete GPU like the NVIDIA parts.
Efficiency

Efficiency is also amazing, with the HP Envy x360 15 sipping 50.2W in Witcher 3 Ultra while the ASUS FX550IU with the FX-9830P and Radeon RX 460 (laptop) downed more than double that power (112.4W) to deliver 6% less performance.
From the looks of things, Ryzen Mobile will really change the mobile PC landscape with its performance and value for money. Oh we didn’t mention the price? Notebookcheck’s sample of the HP Envy x360 15 costs just $630 (RM2591.51), which is less than the $850 an Envy x360 15 with an Intel Kaby Lake Refresh CPU would cost.
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Pokdepinion: I can’t wait until these laptops with AMD Ryzen Mobile APUs are available in Malaysia for me to test them myself! Looks like AMD is delivering on its promise of gaming on the go on an ultrathin.
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OPPO A95 Launches In Malaysia With Snapdragon 662 At RM1,099

Today marks the launch of the new OPPO A95, where you can now pre-order it from now till the 19th of November 2021.
OPPO A95 launches in Malaysia

The OPPO A95 sports a 6.43-inch AMOLED display and is powered by a Snapdragon 662 SoC. There’s a triple camera setup at the back which offers a 48MP main camera, 2MP depth sensor, and 2MP macro lens. As for the front, there’s a 16MP lens for your selfies. There’s features such as Steady-Video, SLO-MO, and SoLoop for you to play around with.

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OPPO A95 Specifications

CPU
Snapdragon 662 Octa-core (4 x 2.3GHz Kryo 260 Gold + 4 x 1.8GHz Kryo 260 Silver) 11nm

GPU
Adreno 610

Memory
8GB (+5GB via RAM Expansion)

Storage
128GB

Display
6.43″ FHD+ (2400x 1080) AMOLED display

Audio
Dual speakers

Camera
48MP f/1.7 main camera, PDAF
8MP f/2.2 ultra-wide
2MP f/2.4 macro camera
AI Camera, Auto HDR, Pro Mode, Portrait, Beauty

Selfie camera
16MP f/2.4 selfie camera

Connectivity
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth 5.1

Software
MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11

Battery
5000mAh
33W fast charging

Dimensions
160.1 x 73.4 x 7.8 mm

Weight
173g

Ingress protection
IPX4

There’s a 5000mAh battery under the hood which you can charge with its 33W Flash Charge fast charger, where they claim can fully charge in 72 minutes. The entire phone is both dustproof and waterproof, where it comes with an IPX4 rating.
Running on ColorOS 11.1, the OPPO A95 is available in Glowing Rainbow Silver and Glowing Starry Black colour variants for the price of RM1,099. As we’ve mentioned, pre-orders for the phone will entitle you to get several deals, which you can check from our previous article right here. The first sale of the device will begin on the 20th of November 2021 itself so you might want to act quickly should you want to grab those pre-order deals.
You can check out our full review of the OPPO A95 and learn of our thoughts on the device. For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: Be sure to check out our review to know what the device has to offer!
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LG to sell off smartphone manufacturing arm to Vingroup?

We can probably all admit that LG hasn’t had the best of runs with its smartphones. While they were truly quite innovative with the likes of the LG Wing, on top being the first to bring an ultra-wide camera in a smartphone to the market, their smartphones aren’t nearly as popular as they should be. They are reportedly mulling exiting the smartphone business altogether, but they may have a better solution.
Vietnamese Vingroup is allegedly interested to purchase LG smartphone manufacturing facilities. This move will allow LG to continue doing R&D, which they are clearly good at, while Vingroup takes care of the manufacturing end of things. Vingroup is backed by the Vietnamese government as well, seeking to expand into high-tech industries and also to increase the amount of local jobs available.
Vingroup apparently has some experience in smartphone manufacturing, with a smartphone unit under the Vinsmart brand. It was founded in 2018, with a manufacturing plant near the LG smartphone plant in Vietnam.

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Shifting off the responsibility of manufacturing to Vingroup will allow LG to be somewhat similar to Apple, where the brand does the R&D, while an OEM handles the assembly of the devices. It is worth mentioning that this model does allow Apple to enjoy great profit margins. Hopefully this will allow LG to have a turnaround after 23 consecutive quarters of deficit in its smartphone unit, with a total operating deficit of 5 trillion KRW (~RM18.3 billion).

LG Electronics CEO Kwon has purportedly sent out an email reassuring that there will be large scale restructuring efforts, but job security will be maintained regardless of the fate of their communications division. So I guess we will have to wait and see what will happen next with LG smartphones.
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Pokdepinion: I have always wanted an LG smartphone, but they aren’t available here officially…
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ASUS Ramadan Bonanza Deal Has Up To RM500 Discount on Laptops

ASUS Ramadan Bonanza Deal

The new ASUS Ramadan Bonanza Deal is now up and running. With the new promotion, you can get up to RM500 discount on a good variety of ultraportable productivity-focused laptops.
In case you are wondering which laptops exactly are available on discount, we’ve listed them right below here:

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ASUS Ramadan Bonanza Deal Discount List

Model
Normal Price
Promo Price
Savings
Specifications
Colours

ASUS Laptop 14
M415DA
RM2,199
RM1,999
RM200
R3-3250 / 4GB RAM / 256GB SSD / Shared / Win10 / HD / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Slate Grey
Transparent Silver

ASUS Laptop 14
A416EA
RM2,899
RM2,699
RM200
i5-1135G7 / 4GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Win11 / FHD / vIPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Slate Grey
Transparent Silver

ASUS Laptop 14
A416EA
RM2,399
RM2,299
RM100
i3-1115G4 / 4GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Win11 / FHD / TN / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Slate Grey
Transparent Silver

ASUS Laptop 14
A416JA
RM2,199
RM2,099
RM100
i3-1035G / 4GB RAM / 256GB SSD / UMA / Win10 / FHD / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Slate Grey

ASUS Laptop 14
A416MA
RM1,649
RM1,599
RM50
N4020 / 4GB RAM / 256GB SSD / Shared / Win10 / HD / TN

Slate Grey
Transparent Silver

ASUS Laptop 15
A516EA
RM2,299
RM2,199
RM100
i3-1115G4 / 4GB RAM / 256GB SSD / Shared / Win10 / FHD / TN / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Slate Grey
Transparent Silver

ASUS Laptop 15
A516EA
RM2,899
RM2,799
RM100
i5-1135G7 / 4GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Win10 / FHD / vIPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Slate Grey
Transparent Silver

ASUS Laptop 15
A516EA
RM2,999
RM2,899
RM100
i5-1135G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Win10 / FHD / vIPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Slate Grey
Transparent Silver

ASUS Vivobook Go 14
E410MA
RM1,749
RM1,649
RM100
N4020 / 4GB RAM / 256GB SSD / Shared / Win10 / HD / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Peacock Blue
Dreamy White
Rose Pink

ASUS Vivobook 14
K413EA
RM3,299
RM2,999
RM300
i5-1135G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Windows Preloaded / FHD / IPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black
Spangle Silver
Hearty Gold

ASUS Vivobook 14
K413EA
RM3,799
RM3,599
RM200
i7-1165G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / FHD / IPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black

ASUS Vivobook 15
K513EA
RM3,299
RM3,099
RM200
i5-1135G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Win11 / FHD / IPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black
Spangle Silver
Hearty Gold

ASUS Vivobook 15
K513EA
RM2,799
RM2,699
RM100
i3-1115G4 / 4GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Win10 / FHD / OLED / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black
Spangle Silver
Hearty Gold

ASUS Vivobook S14
M433IA
RM3,299
RM3,099
RM200
R7-4700 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Win10 / FHD / vIPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black

ASUS Vivobook S14
S433EA
RM3,399
RM3,199
RM200
i5-1135G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / FHD / IPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black

ASUS Vivobook S14
S433EA
RM3,799
RM3,599
RM200
i7-1165G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / FHD / IPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black

ASUS Vivobook S14
S433EQ
RM4,199
RM3,999
RM200
i7-1165G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / MX330 / FHD / IPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black

ASUS Vivobook S15
S533EA
RM3,999
RM3,799
RM200
i7-1165G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / Win 11 / FHD / IPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black
Dreamy White

ASUS Vivobook S15
S533EA
RM3,399
RM3,199
RM200
i5-1135G7 / 8GB RAM / 512GB SSD / Shared / FHD / IPS / Office Home & Student Pre-installed

Indie Black
Dreamy White

The ASUS Ramadan Bonanza Deal will be running from now until 30th May 2022, so you have plenty of time to decide on which laptop to get for as long as stock is available.
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Pokdepinion: Well, with new colleagues coming in, they might be looking for new laptops. Perhaps this would be a good time to toss this promotion to them and see what they might want.
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Digimon Survive Has NOT Been Cancelled – More Details Coming This Summer

Digimon Survive Has NOT Been Cancelled

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Previously, we’ve heard about a new multiplatform Digimon game in the works called Digimon Survive. It was shaping up pretty good and seems promising enough. And then, it was just silence for a long time. If you’re wondering what happened to the game, well here’s some good news.
Digimon Survive has not been cancelled and is still being worked on. Game producer Kazumasa Habu gave a brief update on Twitter for fans who are eagerly looking forward to the game. While, it was tweeted in Japanese, we have a rough idea of what he is saying thanks to Google Translate:

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Sorry to keep you waiting! Please be assured that we will continue to produce! ! I think that we can deliver a follow-up report before summer (Natsuo?), So thank you
For those of you who aren’t aware, Digimon Survive is a tactical RPG with survival elements and an overall darker tone than most Digimon works. The game’s story follows a male protagonist named Takuma and his classmates Minoru and Aoi as they get transported to another dimension where Digimon and danger lurks. Takuma will also meet other characters. Digimon Survive‘s story will ask players to make many different choices, deciding the fates of each character.
We might not have to wait too long until we have more updates about the game. One possibility of when would be Digifes 2019, which is happening on 28th July 2019. For now, we will just have to wait and see.
Digimon Survive is scheduled to release in 2019 for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.
Pokdepinion: I really hope the game turn up well. I’ve been wanting a new digimon game since Cyber Sleuth: Hacker’s Memory, and I’m a big fan of strategy games.
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Here’s The Samsung Galaxy Note20 According To Leak

Now we all know that Samsung releases two flagship smartphones each year. With the S20 series out of the way, their Note series is bound to come. Apparently there’s already leaks on the device, showcasing its design.
Samsung Galaxy Note20 Leak

While the previous Note device was called Galaxy Note10, it’s expected that the new one will be called the Galaxy Note20, seeing how they skip the numbers with the S20 series.

The leaker posted the mold for embedding of what’s supposedly be the Galaxy Note20. It’s expected that the phone will be coming with an LED View Cover.

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It seems that we could expect a similar camera setup with the S20 Ultra thanks to the big camera cut out at the back. The specifications of the Note20 could be similar with the S20 Ultra, with the stylus being the prime difference.
Though some may be excited to see this, do take note that there’s nothing that can confirm the legitimacy of the leak. So like other leaks that you’ve seen, do take it with a pinch of salt.
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Pokdepinion:  That color variant looks attractive. Let’s see where Samsung will go with this one.
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HUAWEI Malaysia Announces Inaugural HUAWEI Film Awards With Grand Prize Of $20,000

HUAWEI Malaysia today announce of their inaugural HUAWEI Film Awards in the country where they aim to encourage a new age of professional filmmakers and content creators by utilizing HUAWEI smartphones.

The awards was launched with a screening of short films directed by five local filmmakers and creators with the theme “Empowering Your Possibilities”, all done with the HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro.
If you’re interested, the HUAWEI Film Awards is an Asia Pacific festival, which means that participation from Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines are eligible.

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To join, you will need to film entirely on a HUAWEI smartphone with a running time within 5-10 minutes. You can also record any theme of storytelling but that needs to be in short form, less than 5 minutes.
The winner of the APAC Best Film Awards will win a grand prize of USD$20,000. The winner of Country Level Best Film in Malaysia will also walk away with a new HUAWEI Mate 30 Pro.
More details on the awards can be found here.
Pokdepinion: I got the chance to see what’s capable on a Mate 30 Pro just now and I have to say that I’m impressed.
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Warframe: Beasts of the Sanctuary Update – Adds Brand New Warframe, Game Mode, and More!

For long-time gamers and new players of the popular multiplayer 3rd person shooter, Warframe, we have some great news for you. A brand new update called Beasts of the Sanctuary is here and it brings a slew of new content.
Warframe: Beasts of the Sanctuary Update

If you are still playing Warframe and you’re craving for some more content to sink your teeth into, then Digital Extremes has got your back. Today, the developer officially revealed a brand new update for the popular free-to-play 3rd-person shooter called Beasts of the Sanctuary, and as expected, it adds a ton of new content.

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First and foremost, the update adds a brand new Warframe known as Khora to the game. She will be able to take advantage of both offensive and defensive strategies, and it includes the abilities Whipclaw, Ensnare, Venari, and Strangledome in her disposal.
Khora will also be able to use a ton of new weapons, which will also be added together with the Beasts of the Sanctuary update. These include the Dartgun, Quill Spear, Tenno Revolver Rifle, Zaw Parts, Quill Syandana, and Quil Alt Helmet.

In addition to that, a brand new game mode will also be added to the game, which is called Sanctuary Onslaught. In it, players will be tasked with making their way through portals, all with enemies trying to stop them.
Beasts of the Sanctuary is available right now on PC and is set to hit console at some point next month. Warframe was originally released on March 25th 2013 and is currently available on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows PC. It doesn’t seem like this game is planning on stopping its updates anytime soon.
Pokdepinion: I am about pretty sure there are many people playing Warframe because they got disappointed by the mess that is Destiny 2. Well, now you guys got something new to enjoy while you relieve your frustrations.
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THUNDEROBOT slashes their prices on Lazada! Discounts of up to RM500 off gaming laptops!

THUNDEROBOT has just arrived in Malaysia but they are definitely not lolling around. They have just aggressively slashed the prices of their lower end gaming laptops by up to RM500 to put pressure on the gaming laptop market here in Malaysia. The laptops that have received the price cuts are the THUNDEROBOT 911SE and ST Plus.

The THUNDEROBOT 911SE and ST Plus are now priced a lot more competitively at RM3999 and RM4499, respectively. For less than RM4000, you are getting the THUNDEROBOT 911SE with a 1050 Ti and 128GB SSD, which should offer a pretty adequate gaming experience. The RM4499 ST Plus offers a sleeker look with a beefier i7 7700HQ with HyperThreading instead of the 4C/4T i7 7300HQ inside the 911SE, for RM500 more

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Depending on your needs, the price cuts are really quite nice, especially for the THUNDEROBOT 911SE which seems to offer a pretty good deal. You can get the THUNDEROBOT 911SE via the button below:

If you are interested in the THUNDEROBOT ST Plus, click the following button:

If you want even more gaming performance, do check out the THUNDEROBOT DINO and THUNDEROBOT 911GT on Lazada too!
Pokdepinion: I am quite interested in the THUNDEROBOT 911SE now. For RM3999, it is a pretty good deal versus the offerings from the more established players.
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MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB Review — extra performance at no extra cost

Cooler Master is somewhat unique from the vast majority of liquid cooling AIO makers in that they have come up with their own pump design. Instead of just licensing Asetek’s pump design, they have developed their own Dual Chamber pump, which has proven to be very effective across their lineup of products. Today, we will be looking at the 3rd Generation Dual Chamber Pump in the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB, which as you might expect by simply looking at its name, is a refresh of the original Cooler Master ML120L RGB.

What’s in the Box?

The front of the box features an image of the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB along with the necessary labeling. As you can see, there’s support for virtually all RGB lighting ecosystems, and there’s even an included RGB controller just in case your motherboard doesn’t come with any RGB headers, like our test bench.

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Over on the back we see the highlighted features in multiple languages.

Meanwhile the specifications are over here on the side. If you compare it side by side against the first-gen ML120L, you will spot a few differences, which we will get into a little bit later.

Everything in the box is wrapped up in plastic, and most of the screws are packed in ziplock bags. It’s probably not the best for the environment, but I am not sure how they can improve on this formula.

And here’s all that’s in the box. Cooler Master threw in mounting hardware for every relevant socket except for AMD’s Threadripper’s sockets and the absolutely ridiculous Intel LGA3647 socket. The backplate design is updated to offer a less fiddly installation process, but the downside is  that support for LGA775 and LGA1366 has been dropped with the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB. There’s also the RGB controller which for some reason still runs off a MOLEX power connector, in 2020. There’s also a tube of MasterGel Pro, which is Cooler Master’s second-best paste, so that’s nice to see.
Appearance

Cooler Master adopts a sleeker design for the pump module. Instead of the full Cooler Master logo including the text, the logo is now distilled down to just the outline. It also sports a flat top, which contributes to the overall minimalism of the pump design. There are supposedly a number of changes on the inside too, including an extended impeller which improves flow and pressure, and thus improving performance.

Cooler Master also boasts of an upgraded radiator with the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB. From the outside, not much has changed with the radiator. It gets a rougher textured finish, but that’s about it. However Cooler Master did tweak the design of the radiator, increasing the surface area by lengthening the fins to better fill up the space in the radiator’s frame. There’s now less of a gap between the frame and the fins.

The copper coldplate still features the same machining marks, although you might spot that there is only one set of mounting points. The older design had two sets, but there were of no use to any of the supported sockets, so I guess this is just part of the optimization of the design.

For the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB, Cooler Master also used new SickleFlow 120 RGB fans. The blades are more sharply angled too, which allow the fan to deliver a higher air pressure at a lower RPM and noise level. With radiators, air pressure is more important than airflow, and since the radiators now sport a longer surface area, the air pressure will be put to good use. With that said, the new SickleFlow 120 RGB fan is still capable of putting out a respectable 62 CFM at max.

And now, the RGB kit. Cooler Master provides a simple RGB controller along with a splitter cable. The splitter cable is the standard 1-to-3 splitter, which also opens up the avenue of creating a push-pull setup with the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB later down the line when Cooler Master begins to sell the SickleFlow 120 RGB fan separately.

Once connected to the RGB controller, the pump’s emblem glows in this very elegant way. Unfortunately there’s no support for ARGB, so you can’t get the logo to “spin”, but it does shift colors very smoothly.

Meanwhile the fan is also of the RGB variety, and the “milky” color of the fans might look a bit weird when the lights are off, but once you turn on the RGB, they look fantastic with the fan blades diffusing the light very nicely. I do kinda like the effect of the fewer fan blades, as the gaps between the blades which are lit looks nice in real life too.
Specifications
MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB

CPU socket compatibility
Intel LGA1156 ~ LGA1151 / LGA 2011 ~ LGA2066
AMD AM2 ~ AM4 / FM1 ~ FM2+

Radiator dimensions
157 x 119.6 x 27 mm

Fan(s)
Size
120 x 120 x 25 mm

Quantity
1

Speed
650 ~ 1800 rpm

Airflow
62 CFM (max)

Air pressure
2.5 mmH2O (max)

MTTF
160 000 hours

Noise
27 dBA (max)

Pump
Size
79.9 x 76 x 47.1 mm

MTTF
70 000 hours

Noise
< 15 dBA

Included accessories
RGB controller, RGB splitter, lots of screws and mounting hardware, MasterGel Pro thermal paste

Warranty
2 years

Pokde Benchrig

CPU
Intel Core i7-5820K @ 4.125 GHz

CPU Cooler
MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB

Motherboard
ASUS ROG Rampage V Extreme

GPU
ASUS ROG Strix RX 480 8GB

Memory
4 x 4GB Kingston HyperX Predator 3000 MHz CL15

Storage
Samsung 850 EVO 250GB
Plextor M9PeY 512GB
Kingston UV500 1TB
Toshiba PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe SSD 256GB

Power Supply
Cooler Master V850

Testing Methodology
Our Intel Core i7-5820K CPU will be clocked at 4.125 GHz, with a Vcore of 1.11V set in the BIOS. The thermal paste of choice will be the MasterGel Maker, sponsored by Cooler Master. To test the performance of CPU coolers, we run LinX 0.6.5 for 40 minutes, with a problem size of 23118. The fans (and pumps, if available) will run at maximum speed to gauge maximal performance. Ambient temperatures are fixed to 25°C, in an air-conditioned room. The maximum temperature measured by HWiNFO will be recorded. Noise levels are recorded approximately 50cm away from the bench rig.
Installation
Mounting the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB to any motherboard is just a matter of getting the right mounting arms, screwing them onto the cooler, and then attaching it to your motherboard.

As we are using a X99 test platform, the mounting process becomes extra easy as we don’t have to deal with the backplate, a fate shared by AMD users too. All of the supported Intel HEDT sockets feature an integrated loading mechanism (ILM) and thus you will only have to screw on the standoffs to the motherboard and then tighten down the nuts. A small change coming from the older mounting hardware is a Phillips screw drive, instead of the slotted one found with Cooler Master’s older AIO. A change which I really appreciate too. Thanks, Cooler Master.

Meanwhile AMD users will have to deal with the fiddly hook system though, as Cooler Master decided it was a good idea to use the stock AMD mounting bracket. And you will then have to tighten the hooks down by hand as there’s no screw drive. If you are using the LGA115x boards, you will have to put the backplate behind the motherboard, screw in the standoff screws, and then tighten on the bolts to hold the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB onto the board.
Performance

Performance is pretty impressive for a 120mm AIO, with it besting out flagship air coolers from Noctua too. Compared to the previous generation, we see a small 1°C drop, which is decent enough for a refresh model that fits in the exact same dimensions.

Noise level are a touch lower too at just 38 dBA, versus the ML120 RGB’s 39.8 dBA. The benefits gained from the upgrade to the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB essentially nets you a quieter system that also runs cooler, which is a rather impressive achievement on Cooler Master’s part.
User Experience
The RGB controller is very basic, with three buttons to control the mode, color and brightness, respectively. I do think the brightness control is very important in the event you want to run a less blindingly bright RGB build. In terms of modes, you get six modes with breathing, strobe and also the color cycle modes available.

While it is perfectly fine in an open bench like what we used to test the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB, throwing it into a case will mean that you will have to settle on one mode or endure the trouble of opening your case just to change the lighting mode. Support for the reset switch toggles would be nice, and while Cooler Master is at that, can we just get SATA power connectors instead?
Conclusion
Cooler Master’s redesign of the pump, fan and radiator yielded some impressive gains. It may only be 1°C cooler than its predecessor, but it has already outperformed premium air coolers. The lowered noise levels are also worth considering if you are thinking of building a silent-ish PC. I do believe Cooler Master does not target the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB at people already using the first-gen MasterLiquid ML120L RGB, but instead towards people upgrading from mid-range or entry-level air coolers, as it is competitively priced to compete against them while offering an impressive level of performance.

Speaking of the pricing, the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB is priced at RM259 / USD 69.99, which is definitely a lot more pocket-friendly than higher-end air coolers. Then there’s the fact that an AIO will give you zero issues with RAM clearance in addition to being a lot easier to fit in most cases. At least the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB will be, as most good cases will have room for at least one 120mm fan/rad combo. For that, I would award it our Silver Pokdeward, as it is a great cooling option for gamers.

Our thanks to Cooler Master for sending us the MasterLiquid ML120L V2 RGB for review.
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My Hero Academia Game Unveiled; Only for Consoles

Bandai Namco has unveiled a brand new game called My Hero Academia: One’s Justice, which is based on the anime and manga series. It’s console-exclusive.

My Hero Academia Game Announced
Protagonist Izuku Midoriya

Fans of the anime series rejoice because the folks over at Bandai Namco has unveiled My Hero Academia: One’s Justice for the PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch in Japan. The only downside here is that neither a release date nor a release window have been revealed.
The game will follow the events of the popular anime and manga series My Hero Academia, which is written and illustrated by Kōhei Horikoshi. In the series, humans have powers known as “Quirks”. However, not everyone has these powers, for example the main protagonist, Izuku Midoriya, who dreams of becoming a hero.
After confronting a villain to save his friend / bully Bakugou, Izuku obtains a Quirk known as “One For All” from the legendary All Might. He then enrolls into a school specifically for superheroes called U.A. High School.
The game will focus on fighting between characters and will also feature destructible stages. Coincidentally, this sounds similar to what we have seen from another licensed Bandai Namco title, The Seven Deadly Sins: Knights of Britanni.
Additionally, the first gameplay reveal will be shown during Jump Festa 2018, an event in Japan that begins on December 15th and ends on December 17th.
Other than these small tidbits of information, we don’t know much about My Hero Academia: One’s Justice, including if the game will be released outside of Japan or have an English version even. However, Bandai Namco has not been stingy about releasing past licensed games in localized form. Let’s not jump to conclusions and wait for them to announce it first.
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Pokdepinion: I’m a huge fan of the anime series and it has a huge potential to be a big hit in gaming. I’m just hoping any My Hero Academia game adaptations will not flop. For now, let’s looks forward to My Hero Academia: One’s Justice
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Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 Malaysian pricing and availability leaked

There are two slider phones in the market right now. One is a China exclusive, and one is coming to Malaysia. The latter is the Xiaomi Mi MIX 3, which we got some time to play with last year. We know it was coming to Malaysia in January, but pricing and the exact date was still unknown. Until now, at least.

A local Chinese tech site has leaked out the SRP and availability date of the ceramic-clad flagship. Do you think RM2299 is a fair price to pay for the Xiaomi Mi MIX 3? If you do, then you can get it on 12th January, if the leak is accurate, that is. With that said, the source has a reputation of breaking NDAs, so this info should be somewhat reliable.

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From the leak, Malaysia will only be getting the black variant. Only the 6GB + 128GB version will be available here officially. The Snapdragon 845 chipset is probably outdated now in the face of the Snapdragon 855 devices which will be arriving very soon. The camera chops will be handled by the Sony Exmor IMX363 sensor, which allows the Mi MIX 3 to score an excellent 103 on DxOMark.

For RM2299, you will be getting one of the most unique full-screen devices. No notches, no motorized mechanism, and no hole in the screen. Xiaomi decided to hide the front facing cameras in a sliding mechanism, which was extremely satisfying to play with. For those who don’t use selfies that much, the Mi MIX 3 would be the perfect device, as you only have the 6.39″ AMOLED display taking up the front, without a single blemish.
Are you interested the Mi MIX 3? Or would you rather wait for Xiaomi to release the next generation Mi MIX smartphone based on the Snapdragon 855?
Pokdepinion: My only wish is that Xiaomi would position the camera on the centerline of the next Mi MIX….
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2TB of goodness — Samsung 850 Pro and Evo SSD

Samsung unveiled their new 850 SSD series line up with a new 2TB capacity equipped with Samsung’s 3D Vertical NAND (V-NAND) chip. For the uninitiated, here’s a little information about the V-NAND, it’s a technology developed exclusively by Samsung that improves the characteristics of NAND without changing node process. Samsung spent years on this technology and they made it by going vertical — up to 32 layers — instead of going horizontal as usual. This design results in higher density storage, better power efficiency, speed and durability at the same old 40nm process.
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On this new 2TB Samsung 850 SSD, they changed some components. This time it will be using an upgraded high-performance MHX controller that supports 2TB capacity and four 20nm-class process technology-based 4Gb LPDDR3 DRAM chips, the 2TB 850 family provides industry-leading performance and power efficiency.

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Samsung provides the 2TB 850 PRO with a 10-year warranty or 300 terabytes written (TBW), and the 2TB 850 EVO with a five-year warranty or 150 TBW. About the price, the Samsung 850 Pro 2TB starts at USD 999 and the Samsung 850 Evo 2TB at USD 799. Converted the currency to Malaysian Ringgit, it’s just about over RM 3000.

SOURCE : Samsungtommorow

Pokdepinion : 2TB SSD for consumer, priced at over RM3000, is not a good investment for the average Malaysian PC gamers. If they really need huge SSD capacities for game storage, I suggest you guys to get the economical Transcend SSD, I know it only has a 100MB/s write speed, but for gaming read speeds are more important. Anyhow I won’t stop you guys from getting this, it’s your money after all and if you think that you need this, grab it.

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SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB Review — the darker twin

Introduction
They look uncannily similar, don’t they?
We have reviewed the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD 1TB which actually shares all the innards of the drive we are looking at here. SanDisk and Western Digital have long partnered to manufacture SSDs, but they still haven’t unified their marketing efforts to just sell one drive under either brand. So here we have the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB, ready for a go. We are also giving away ONE unit of the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB, so make sure to participate.
Unboxing

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Heavily featuring red on its packaging, the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB is like the opposite of the WD Blue. The Dark Side, if you will. Hey, if NVIDIA can do it, why can’t Western Digital and SanDisk have a go too? They aren’t official Star Wars’ licensed hardware, but feel free to pick the drive that suits your allegiance.

Over on the back we find more specifications and a window to peek at the S/N, just like the WD Blue’s packaging. Once again we see a 3-year warranty label, but these are older packaging and newer packaging have been updated to reflect the 5-year warranty SanDisk and Western Digital offer.

In the box you get the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB, a warranty guide and an extra card with the link to download the SanDisk SSD Dashboard. No idea why they couldn’t just print that on the packaging or something. One thing to note is that unlike Western Digital’s box, SanDisk’s top and bottom flaps are glued on, which means that once you open it, you can’t properly close it again. Sad, but it probably doesn’t affect most people’s decision when picking out an SSD.
Appearance

The Dark Side’s red-black theme is continued over on the SSD itself. The SanDisk Ultra wording is finished in chrome, which adds a touch of class versus the flat blue-white theme of Western Digital’s rendition.

You will find the identification detals of the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB here over on the back. While the WD Blue 3D NAND SSD featured a manufacturing date here, the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB doesn’t seem to state it. Secretive, just like how the Dark Side should be.
Specifications

Capacity
1TB (931GB usable)

Interface
SATA 3 6 Gbps

NAND Type
SanDisk BiCS3 3D 1024Gb 64-layer TLC 3D NAND

DRAM Cache
1GB

Controller
Marvell 88SS1074

Rated speed
Sequential:
Read: Up to 560 MB/s Write: Up to 530 MB/s
Random:
Read: 95 000 IOPS Write: 84 000 IOPS

Endurance
400TBW

Dimensions
100.2 mm X 69.85 mm X 7.0 mm

Weight
37.4 gram

Included accessories
Warranty information booklet, SanDisk SSD Dashboard leaflet

Warranty
5 years

As you can see, there really isn’t any difference from the WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSD 1TB. It has all the features you need, DevSlp for better efficiency, hardware-based encryption and of course, the 64-layer 3D NAND. The drive’s rated speeds are quite impressive, but we will judge it as we see it. Also note the 5-year warranty period, which includes drives that were purchased before the decision to extend the warranty period.
Testing Methodology
The SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB is tested as a storage drive on Pokde’s new benchrig. I ran several synthetic SSD benchmarks and real-time transfer speed to determine the performance.

Processor
Intel Core i7-5820K

Motherboard
ASUS X99-Deluxe

Memory
4 x 4GB Kingston HyperX Predator 3000 MHz CL15

Storage
Kimtigo 120GB SSD

Power Supply
Cooler Master V850

Performance
Synthetic

562MB/s read and 533MB/s write, this is one fast drive that lives up to its claims. It trades punches across the board versus its bluer sibling, but that’s expected considering they feature the exact same hardware.

Once again, negligible differences here. The SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB delivers slightly faster sequential and 4K read performance than the WD Blue drive, but the WD Blue drive makes up for it with slightly faster 4K write.

Even over several runs, we did see Anvil score the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB a bit lower than the WD Blue 3D NAND SSD. It’s 4K write performance just seems to be slightly lower than the WD Blue drive. It’s a small difference though, but one we didn’t see being negated over multiple runs. Being a much bigger and newer SSD, the fact that the Samsung 850 EVO 256GB still holds an upper hand here is rather disappointing.
Real world performance

The SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB and WD Blue 3D NAND SATA SSDs are the fastest drives in the stack, with the former coming up ahead by a second or two.

The SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB loads Overwatch 0.2 seconds slower (could even be attributed to me pressing the stopwatch literally a fraction of a second slower) while it loads Battlefield 4 0.6 seconds faster. Once again, negligible differences, but we can see just how much faster it is compared to the Seagate FireCuda SSHD when loading the huge maps of Battlefield 4. No way is it ever going to match the 512GB Plextor M9PeY PCIe NVMe SSD, but the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB is way cheaper while being marginally slower.
Cost per GB

Coming with all the same hardware, yet the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB is just a bit cheaper per GB than the WD Blue 3D NAND SSD. In reality, the difference is just a mere RM4. Still, if you want to get the best value for money 1TB 3D NAND SSD, you know which one to get.
Bundled software
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While the WD Blue 3D NAND SSD came with Acronis True Image WD Edition, SanDisk offers nothing to help you clone your older drive to the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB. You do have the SanDisk SSD Dashboard, which is just like the WD SSD Dashboard, except that it features a red theme instead of a blue one. Just like the rest of the drive and packaging. Monitoring, TRIM and benchmarking can be done from this piece of software.
Conclusion
What do we think of the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB? For RM1275, this is better value than the WD Blue 3D NAND SSD. If you only care about the SSD you are getting that is. RM4 is a small price to pay for one of the leading solutions to clone your drive, but we have used the free Macrium Reflect without any issues so far. In the end, I think your choice would depend on what is the main theme of your rig. If it’s red, the SanDisk Ultra 3D SSD 1TB from the Dark Side is what you want. The WD Blue is, well, better suited to bluer rigs. This is also a Gold PokdeWard worthy drive, especially when it’s RM4 cheaper. For the time being, you might even get it for free if you are lucky, simply by joining our giveaway.

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New Purported Google Pixel Watch Official Marketing Images Surfaces

Rumours of Google working on their own smartwatch has been floating around for quite some time now with renders of the Google Pixel Watch leaked earlier this year. Now, purported official marketing images of the Pixel Watch have made their way online courtesy of serial leaker, Jon Prosser.
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Could this be our first official look at the Google Pixel Watch?
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In a recent video from Jon Prosser’s YouTube channel, Front Page Tech, he revealed what looks to be official marketing images of the Google Pixel Watch. The marketing images show that the Pixel Watch will feature a circular design akin to a traditional watch as well as no bezels.
You can check out the full video below.

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There are no mentions of the Pixel Watch’s operating system nor of the features the smartwatch will carry but one would assume that Google’s smartwatch will come with the Wear OS 3. Wear OS 3 is the latest version of Google’s Wear OS made in partnership with Samsung and is featured on the Samsung Galaxy Watch4 series. As far as the features are concerned, expect the Google Pixel Watch to come with health features found on other current smartwatches and fitness bands.
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The Google Pixel Watch is expected to see its announcement sometime in the first quarter of 2022.
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Pokdepinion: The Pixel Watch looks really good. Personally, I prefer the more traditional-looking circular design of smartwatches as opposed to the squarish design of say, the Apple Watch.
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These Two Sega Arcade Titles Are Set For A Remake

I don’t know about you guys but back in the days, going to the arcade is compulsory when I go to a shopping mall. There’s several iconic games that made me spend hours there and one of them is The House of the Dead. It seems that we will be seeing a remake of the title as confirmed by Forever Entertainment.
The company has confirmed that they will be collaborating with Sega in bringing back The House of the Dead and The House of the Dead 2, classic zombie shooters back in the good old days.

Hi Guys! We confirm the signing of the agreement regarding remakes of the games "The House of the Dead" and "The House of the Dead 2". No platforms or release dates have been confirmed, and unfortunately we can’t say anything more for now. Please keep fingers crossed for us and..— Forever Entertainment (@ForeverEntert) October 3, 2019

It was confirmed at their Twitter page. Despite the news, there’s no confirmation on what platform the games will be on as well as their date of release.

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Forever Entertainment has been known to make remakes of game titles and not remasters or the likes. This would mean that the two games will be built from scratch, adding a modern touch to them.
If you’d like a memory refresh (or this is your first time hearing about the game), here’s the trailer for The House of the Dead 2, thanks to a third party upload on Youtube.

Pokdepinion: Man this brings back memories. I’d spend countless hours at the arcade center back then! Hopefully they’ll do justice with the game.
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