Intel exposes new Intel Xeon D line-up — Designed for hyperscalar

Not many of you know about the Intel Xeon D processors, firstly because it’s a new product from Intel, and secondly, it isn’t even a consumer product. The first Intel Xeon D is build based on Intel Broadwell architecture, aims for communications and storage market deployment or easier term for you stomach it, it’s basically aims for cloud and dense data center server applications.

Let me give a simple briefing about the Intel Xeon D family, different from other Intel Xeon chip, the Intel Xeon D is actually a System on Chip (SoC) which packs all the components that a computer needs to run into a single chip. The Intel Xeon D also has a lower TDP range. from 15W to 45W which is very ideal for micro-servers under heavy loads.

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Recently Intel have plans to launch the new line-up and introduces a new variant called Pentium D. The new Intel Xeon D line-up consists of Intel Xeon D-1518, D-1527, D-1528, D-1537, D-1539, D-1548, D -1557, D-1567, D-1577 while the Intel Pentium D consists of D-1503, D-1507 and D-1517 .

Interestingly Intel managed to  double the core count, to double the fun of the previous SoC variant. The new Intel Xeon D will have 2, 4, and 8 core options. The cache is still 12MB, but there are rumors that Intel also may launch the 12-core (D-1557) and 16-core (D-1577) version with huge 18MB and 24MB of cache.

The new Intel Xeon D and Pentium D will support most Broadwell technologies that including support for DDR3L or DDR4 ECC memory up to 128GB per CPU. PCIe 3.0, SATA 3.0,  USB 2.0/3.0 and 10Gbs ethernet interface controllers are also packed onto the SoC. The new Intel Xeon D and Pentium D may be launched this Q3 2016.

Pokdepinion : Now Qualcomm has a competitor in this segment, recently AMD has just announced their latest ARM based CPU for server with massive core counts of up to 24-cores. With the new Intel Xeon D’s existence, there are possibilities of a war coming (fanboy war).
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TteSports Chronos DK gaming headset review

TteSports Chronos DK gaming headset is one’s among gaming peripherals with white and red colour to matches with team DK. Last week I have opportunity to play with it, without any further ado let’s jump to the specification.

Specification

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Design
Front of the box we have a picture of the actual product, the TteSports Chronos DK.

More details about the product itself at the back of the box and a little introduction of team DK and the technical specifications of this headset.

Inside the box we have the headset itself, 2 cables for PC and mobile use respectively. A single fabric carrying bag is included and the ubiquitous warranty guide.

The small in-line volume control has a plasticky feel and I found it uncomfortable to hold due to the unergonomic shape.

The cable connector includes a USB connector for the LED lighting of this headset.

The headset looks really good, has a sturdy build and also has a nice weight on it without being too heavy, important criteria for any good headset. The cable is detachable is important especially after I heard someone damaged his gaming headset by tripping over the cable.

Fold flat design allows the headset ear cups to swivel and be stored flat inside the provided fabric cloth carrying bag.

The Dragon and TTEsports insignia are featured on the top of the headband.

Lycra material used for the earcups and padding under the headband, it feels comfortable. For long hours of usage I felt no strain or pain on my head and ears.

Adjustment of the headband is possible to cater to a variety of head sizes.

Conclusion
TteSports Chronos DK really works great. It has a certain balance to it, but as everyone has differing tastes regarding good sound quality, it’s necessary to try this headphone before purchasing it. Personally, the headset is lacking bass in some music genres especially DnB. It also suits certain types of movies, I watched a documentary, and the narrators voice is really crystal clear with this headset.
This headset’s main mission as a gaming headset is of course to provide good sound when gaming. I played several games, and it sounds great especially in DOTA2. In Battlefield 4 however, it doesn’t give you that really punchy explosion feel due to a lack of bass. But it still acceptable and feels good.
Lycra material used on the earcups and the headband is very comfortable, the feel is smooth and the material is stretchy.

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Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization and Fatal Bullet Coming to Nintendo Switch

At TGS 2018, we learned that Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet and Hollow Realization will be coming to the Nintendo Switch. As it was announced for Japan however, many assumed that this could be a Japan-exclusive release for the platform. We now have confirmation that it’s not true and that English versions of the game will also be coming to the Nintendo Switch.
For those of you who aren’t aware, Hollow Realization is an RPG with action game elements, featuring brand new character, Premiere, who is a 14-year old A.I. and goes adventuring with protagonist Kirito. In Fatal Bullet, the game takes place in Gun Gale Online with you as the protagonist. Along the way, you will meet familiar faces as foes and friends, and you will have to make choices that will impact how the story unfolds.
Along with the two games, we also get a look at the latest Fatal Bullet expansion, “Dissonance of the Nexus.”

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Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet is currently available for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization on the other hand is currently available for the PlayStation 4, PS Vita, and PC. No release date has been announced yet for the port.
Pokdepinion: Well, if you’re feeling left out on the Nintendo Switch then worry no more as the games are coming your way soon.
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GLOO celebrates Merdeka with massive discounts on the latest Surface devices and more!

GLOO is celebrating Merdeka in a big way with their GLOO Merdeka Online Sales, which will see huge discounts of up to RM1500 on their lineup of Microsoft products including the Surface devices and Microsoft Office licenses.

During the promotion that’s ongoing from now until 31st August, you can get the Microsoft Surface Pro 7, Surface Laptop 3, Surface Book 3 and Surface Go 2 with discounts of up to RM1500. Powered by Windows 10 and the latest hardware, you will be getting serious productivity capabilities in very portable packages.

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Meanwhile for those who want to snag a copy of the Microsoft Office ESD licenses for your current PC, you can save up to RM220 during the GLOO Merdeka Online Sales.

Microsoft Office Home & Student 2019 will also be available for just RM318, a humongous discount from its usual retail price of RM529. This deal is very limited as there will only be 30 units available, so be quick or miss out!
Check out the GLOO Merdeka Online Sales deals at their online sales channels via the following links:

GLOO Online Store
GLOO @ Lazada
GLOO @ Shopee

Pokdepinion: Gotta check out the Microsoft Surface devices!
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Fortnite is Shutting Down and Getting Removed in China

Fortnite is still one of the most popular games available today. Soon, it looks like the player base will be taking a huge hit as they will be shut down and removed permanently in China. Here’s what went down.
Fortnite Shutting Down in China

Fortnite China is shutting down November 15th @ 11 AM CT
Spotted by @itsarkheops pic.twitter.com/exAfO7BnrL
— iFireMonkey (@iFireMonkey) October 31, 2021

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It appears that in China, Fortnite will be shutting down on 15th November 2021. According to Twitter user @iFireMonkey, the official game portal in China made a public announcement about it. The message reads:
The test of “Fortress Night” has come to an end. We will shut down the server in the near future,” before listing out plans to take the game down. Starting today, users cannot create any new game accounts, and on November 15, gamers will no longer be able to log into the game.
For those of you who are confused, Fortnite is given the name Fortress Night in China, so that wasn’t an odd translation error. While the actual reasoning behind the shut down is unclear, it may be due to the China government’s crackdown on online games as of late, with teens being limited to just 3 hours of gaming per week.
There’s also a possibility that Epic Games is simply calling it quits after the 2-year test in China as the strict regulations there make it harder to monetize the game. This is especially the case since you can’t buy V-Bucks or purchase anything in the game, which is primary source of revenue.
If you’re worried that the game might go away all of a sudden in other places, it’s unlikely to happen at the moment. The game’s momentum is still going strong with a slew of new updates and more collaboration projects in the works. We will report more on this if information arises so stay tuned.
Fortnite is currently available for free on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS, and PC via Epic Games Store.
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Pokdepinion: This is gonna be a huge hit to their player base but it shouldn’t affect the revenue / profits since there really isn’t much to make there to begin with given the limitations. I’m about pretty certain there will be a similar game taking its place sooner rather than later.
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PS Plus Video Pass Might Be Coming Soon

As many of you may know, PS Plus has been a rather important component in the PlayStation ecosystem. It gives you free games on a monthly basis and it’s needed for online play in most games. Now, we may be looking at a new addition to it in the form of the PS Plus Video Pass.
PS Plus Video Pass Might Be Coming Soon

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It appears that Sony Interactive Entertainment is adding a new, non-gaming component to their PS Plus subscription service and it’s called the PS Plus Video Pass. Information came from Sony directly, whop published and quickly removed the logo for it.
According to information listed with the logo, it’s said to be a “new benefit available for a limited time on PlayStation Plus”. It may have something to do with a video service which they will be ending later this year in August.
At the moment, what the PS Plus Video Pass service will entail is still a mystery. In fact, we’re not sure if it will be included together with the main subscription service or if it will be a separate thing altogether. Then there’s also the matter of what video content will be available as part of the service. Given that they now own Funimation and Crunchyroll, it wouldn’t be a surprise to see content from those platforms here.
While the PlayStation brand has a strong presence in Malaysia and Southeast Asia, there is no guarantee that the feature will be made available in the aforementioned places. For now, we can only hope for the best and wait to see if PlayStation Asia will announce it here.
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Pokdepinion: If this ends up being a treasure trove of anime, I would immediately subscribe even if they charge extra for it. Most importantly, I hope they have the latest episodes with ongoing series being updated as soon as it airs.
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Genshin Impact 3.5 Leaks Reveals Character Banners and Reruns

Some new Genshin Impact 3.5 leaks have revealed the release date, character banners, and reruns that we can expect to see in the game next.
Genshin Impact 3.5 Leaks

To start things off, the leak suggests that in the first phase starting 1st March 2023, we will be seeing Dehya (Pyro Claymore user) and Cyno (Electro Polearm user), meaning we get one rerun character initially. Then in the second phase, we get another two reruns in the form of Albedo (Geo Sword user) and Eula (Cryo Claymore user).
Dehya has been steadily gaining popularity in the online Genshin Impact community, with her kit letting you deal sustained Pyro damage to enemies along with AoE DPS via her Elemental Skill. Her supposed signature weapon, Beacon of the Reed Sea, will also be made available via the weapons banner, along with Cyno’s Staff of the Scarlet Sands. These will then be replaced by the Song of Broken Pines and Summit Shaper on 22nd March 2023, when Albedo and Eula arrives.

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Interestingly, it was mentioned that Mika could be the 4-star character to come along with Dehya and Cyno. Originating from Mondstadt, he will be the first character to use a Crossbow for both Elemental Skill and regular attacks together with his Polearm.
Genshin Impact 3.5 is expected to launch on 1st March 2023, and it’s expected to be up at 11AM GMT+8. As usual, there will be a 5-hour maintenance period, with every player being compensated with Primogems during the downtime. For the launch times in every major region, we’ve listed it right below here:

India Standard Time: 8:30 am
China Standard Time: 11:00 am
Philippine Standard Time: 11:00 am
Japanese Standard Time: 12:00 pm
Korea Standard Time: 12:00 pm

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Pokdepinion: I swear, one can never have enough money to get every character but even then, there’s the issue of time in raising all of them.
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ASUS Gundam Collection is now available in Malaysia!

After much teasing, the ASUS Gundam Collection is now available in Malaysia. Pretty much the entire range is available in Malaysia, starting from the ROG Strix Impact II Gundam Edition all the way up to the ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Gundam Edition. A limited edition of a limited edition, I like that.
For the uninitiated, the ASUS Limited Edition Gundam Collection was first introduced as a China-exclusive series comprising of ASUS’ routers in the signature colors of the Zaku II and the RX-78-2 Gundam suit. The ROG series sports the protagonist’s heroic white with blue and yellow accents, while the TUF Gaming series are reimagined with the Zaku II’s red colors.
The following are the members of the ASUS Gundam Collection that are available here in Malaysia:

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ASUS Gundam Collection
Gundam Series

SRP

ROG Strix LC 360 RGB Gundam Edition
RM1319

ROG Strix GeForce RTX 3080 Gundam Edition
RM6460

ROG Strix 850G Gundam Edition
RM1100

ROG Strix Helios Gundam Edition
RM1605

ROG Strix Scope TKL Gundam Edition (Red Key)
RM695

ROG Strix Scope TKL Gundam Edition (Blue Key)
RM695

ROG Strix Impact II Gundam Edition
RM239

ROG Sheath Gundam Edition
RM239

ROG Delta Gundam Edition
RM839

ROG Strix XG279Q Gundam Edition
RM3288

RT-AX82U Gundam Edition
RM1282

Zaku II Series

SRP

TUF Gaming VG27AQGL1A Zaku II Edition
RM2266

TUF Gaming GT301 Zaku II Edition
RM505

TUF Gaming LC240 RGB Zaku II Edition
RM599

RT-AX86U Zaku II Edition
RM1666

The items should be available in March 2021, but as usual in recent times, do not expect to get the graphics card at SRP…
Pokdepinion: I think I kinda dig the ROG Strix Helios Gundam Edition. But man it costs more than my entire rig.
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Love Retro Games? Here’s How You Can Turn Any Android Device Into A Retro Gaming Console

Retro gaming is becoming more and more popular in recent years, with the older games’ simpler and playful graphics, a more straightforward gameplay, and a general sense of nostalgia fuelling its popularity. This is evident in the recent re-releases of mini retro consoles such as the NES and SNES Classic Editions, PlayStation Classic, and Sega Genesis Mini (I’m still waiting for a GameBoy re-release though. C’mon Nintendo!).

Retro gaming’s rise in popularity has also paved the way for emulators to play, thus making retro games even more accessible than it ever was before. However, the emulation scene can get pretty complicated and oftentimes intimidating for the uninitiated, which is where we come in. In this article, we’ll show you how you can easily navigate the emulation scene and turn any old Android device into a retro gaming console.

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RetroArch
There are many different kinds of emulators out there and to navigate through all of that can be a real chore. Fortunately, there is a way to make your life a lot easier and that is by using RetroArch. RetroArch is an all-in-one app that features pretty much every retro console emulation under the sun. You can download RetroArch straight from the Play Store. There is 64-bit version of RetroArch as well which you can download if your device is capable.
Starting Up RetroArch

Once you have RetroArch installed on your device, what you want to do first is to do determine which game console you want to play and download the corresponding cores. To do that, all you have to do is to

Tap on “Load Core” from the home screen, tap “Download Core” and select your cores.
After you’ve downloaded your chosen emulation core, load your games by going into the “Load Content” option.
Then, select your games from your phone’s root files. It’s best to create a new “ROMs” folder in your device’s root and place all of your ROMs there for ease of use.

A word of advice regarding retro game ROMs. It is 100% percent illegal to download ROMs off the internet so we recommend you use ROMs of the games you already have in your existing collection. Using ROMs that you get from your own games is considered fair use.
You can also set up playlists for your games which will automatically sort each game into their very own playlists according to their respective game systems. What you need to do is navigate to the playlist section (tap the button next to the home button), tap on “Scan Directory”, and select your ROMs folder.

Once you’ve scanned the folder, you can now find your games all sorted out based on their consoles. I found that the playlist feature does not work for all games as the playlist for my PSP games were strangely absent. It’s not much of an issue as I can still access them manually through the “Load Content” option.
Playing Games on RetroArch

Once you’ve started a game, you might have to do some button configurations especially if you’re using an external Bluetooth controller. It’s a little finicky but it works, and is necessary if you want to fully enjoy your games. To configure your controls,

While in-game, tap on the little RetroArch button to access the Quick Menu.
From there, scroll down until you find “Controls”.
Then, you can configure your controls and save them so that you can use them for all games on the same core through “Save Core Remap File” or just for one game’s use through “Save Game Remap File”.

And with that you’re basically ready to play your favourite retro games however, there are some issues I discovered while gaming on RetroArch. There are a few consoles as well as some games that RetroArch can’t run properly. Consoles like GameCube weren’t able to run at all and certain games had frame rate issues that made them practically unplayable. I’m not sure if it’s chalked up to my device not being powerful enough or the console core itself isn’t stable enough to run properly.
Hardware
Now let’s talk about hardware. You might want to get a proper external Bluetooth controller to fully enjoy the retro gaming experience. Bluetooth controllers such as a PS4 DualShock 4 controller or an Xbox One controller would do the job pretty well. However, I do recommend getting a controller that you can attach to your phone directly such as the Razer Junglecat or GameSir G4s so you can game on the go. Alternatively, you can purchase a clip which you can use to attach your phone to your existing XBOX One or DualShock controller.

You might want to make sure that you have a decent enough Android device. I ran RetroArch and the games on my old ASUS Zenfone 5Z, which packs a Snapdragon 845 SoC and 6GB RAM so I ran most of the games without a hitch. However, I have also seen people running games smoothly on RetroArch with an old Redmi Note 5. If your device’s specs run somewhere between these two devices, then you shouldn’t run into any major problems.
Say Hello To Your Android Retro Gaming Machine
Hope these are enough for you to try retro gaming on your Android devices. The world of retro gaming is vast with plenty of other emulators that you can try and test out. In my opinion however, RetroArch will always at the top of my list when it comes to running retro games.

If you don’t want to use emulators for some retro gaming fun then you can also find a few retro games that have been ported to Android. Some of these games include Sonic the Hedgehog games (Sonic the Hedgehog 1, 2, 3 and Sonic CD) , Baldur’s Gate series, Star Wars: KOTOR, classic Final Fantasy games (Final Fantasy I to VII, IX and Tactics) and more.
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Acer Predator X35 Curved Gaming Monitor Coming Soon At RM9,399

While we were at the Acer Predator Roadshow, the brand’s unveiled a number of eye catching products, and one of them is the new Acer Predator X35 curved monitor. What’s special about it? Here’s the details.
Acer Predator X35 front view
The Acer Predator X35 is the world’s first 35-inch with NVIDIA G-SYNC ULTIMATE VESA Certified DisplayHDR. It comes with a 3440 x 1440 UWQHD resolution VA panel.
Look from behind of the Acer Predator X35
Coming with a ZeroFrame design, it offers 2ms Grey to Grey response time as well as up to 200Hz (in overclocking mode), ensuring a smooth and fast gameplay without screen tearing and minimal display stutter.

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Side view of the Acer Predator X35
Thanks to its Quantum Dot Technology and a 10-bit display, the Acer Predator X35 is able to deliver 1.07 billion colors in a 90% DCI-P3 standard. It comes with 512 zones direct LED, with up to 1000 nits peak brightness.
Of course, it will also offer RGB goodness with its RGB Light Sense app, offering lights at the back. Basic Sync allows you to choose colors and nine default effects while Music Sync detects rhythm and volume of the music, movie, or game, and alters the lighting and effect accordingly.
The Acer Predator X35 will be available mid of July at a retail price of RM9,399.
Acer Nitro VG271U
In addition to the Predator X35, they’ve also introduced three new Nitro monitors, coming in as more affordable options. These include the Acer Nitro VG271U, Nitro VG270 P and finally the Nitro VG250Y P.
All three of them come with 144Hz refresh rate as well as 1ms response time with Visual Response Boost displays. They also offer Acer Display Widgets that allows you to modify monitor settings without having to fiddle with buttons.
Additionally, they come with AcerVisualCare to help reduce eye strain and provide a more comfortable viewing experience.
In terms of differences, the Nitro VG271U P comes with a 27-inch WQHD (2560 x 1440) IPS display with 8bit + FRC, which can deliver up to 1.07 billion colors and 95% DCI-P3 coverage. It is priced at RM1,399.
Acer Nitro VG240Y
Featuring a 27-inch FHD IPS display, the new Nitro VG270 P monitor offers 400 nits brightness and HDR 10 support for more details in dark scenes.
Meanwhile its smaller brother, the Nitro VG240Y P comes in with a smaller 23.8-inch FHD IPS display. As for the price, they come with a price tag of RM899 and RM699 respectively.
All three of the new Acer Nitro monitors will be available at the end of July 2019.
Pokdepinion: Well I’ve got to say I’m not ‘bangsawan’ enough to buy the Predator X35.. but it sure does look good!
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ASUS ROG laptops spotted with GeForce RTX graphics cards

Leaks are coming out hot and heavy as we are just a weekend away from CES 2019. And apparently one French e-tailer has just jumped the gun with their listing of the latest ASUS ROG laptops with NVIDIA GeForce RTX mobile GPUs.

From the listings, it seems like there will be a number of new models from ASUS featuring the latest GeForce RTX graphics. There will be GeForce RTX 2080 Max Q, RTX 2070 Max Q, as well as the non-Max Q GeForce RTX 2070 and GeForce RTX 2060, fitted into the latest laptops.

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ROG GX735
ROG Zephyrus S GX535
ROG Strix SCAR II G515

The only one model that we probably have not seen is the ROG GX735. We have seen leaks pointing to a 17.3″ ROG Zephyrus S on the way, so perhaps this is the model number for it? It probably would be quite attractive to those who prefer larger screens without having to lug around a huge laptop.
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Another detail revealed by the listings is that the GeForce RTX 2070 and RTX 2060 for laptops are expected to sport GDDR5 memory instead of GDDR6. How much of an impact will that have on the overall performance will be quite interesting to see. Of course it could always be a typo. But the GeForce RTX 2080 is listed with GDDR6 memory, so it might not be a mistake after all.

Pricing wise, the ROG Strix SCAR II G515 with a GeForce RTX 2060 6GB GDDR5 is priced at 1573 euros (~RM7392), before taxes. Considering that a desktop GeForce RTX 2060 performs on par with a GeForce GTX 1070 Ti, the mobile version should handily trounce the GeForce GTX 1070 which the last generation ROG Strix SCAR II (GL504GS) sported. Even if we account for taxes, the price-to-performance ratio should have changed much with the new ROG Strix SCAR II.
Perhaps it’s time to enjoy DirectX Raytracing on laptops soon?
Pokdepinion: I like that we won’t be seeing super expensive laptops with the GeForce RTX generation.
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Apex Legends To Punish Quitters In Latest Update

Season 9 of Apex Legends has brought a lot of things, including the new Arenas mode. Aside from nerfing weapons such as the Bocek Bow and Spitfire, it seems that Respawn Entertainment has revealed that they are going to punish quitters of the game.
Apex Legends quitters to be punished

Incoming @playapex update.
We're restoring the slow effect to Wattson's fences, introducing leaver penalties to Arenas, improving loot distribution for backpacks, and more!
See the full list of changes below: pic.twitter.com/tJoFLLfEK0
— Respawn (@Respawn) May 24, 2021

The news was revealed over at Respawn’s official Twitter account, where they’ve posted the patch notes of what’s to come to the game soon. In it, it seems that they will punish Apex Legends players who leave Arenas matches early.

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What’s the punishment? Quitters will face the same punishment for leaving a ranked Battle Royale match, meaning that they will be unable to search for matches for a set amount of time.
The penalty is only applicable if you are in a full squad when you left. It seems that before you attempt to leave, the game will give you a popup and warns you should you are about to leave a game in-progress.
It’s understandable on why Respawn has decided to implement the punishment where before this, players were able to leave the game without any consequences thus ruining the game.
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Pokdepinion: I’ve been enjoying the new Arenas mode but every now and then, there’s always that one person who leaves the game while it’s still ongoing. Hopefully this update will make players of the game to think twice before quitting.
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WhatsApp Now Available On The Nokia 8110 4G

HMD Global has today announced that WhatsApp is finally available on the Nokia 8110. The app can now be downloaded from the Store.
The Nokia 8110 comes with a familiar and easy to use interface, where it features tactile mechanics such as sliding the cover open to pick up calls and sliding it back to end them. Powered by KaiOS, the Nokia 8110 is perfect for those who want an iconic 4G feature phone or a companion device. With the Store, it comes pre-loaded with Google applications such as Google Assistant, Google Maps and Google Search. Not to forget, there is Facebook as well.
Coming with two color variants, Traditional Black and Banana Yellow, the Nokia 8110 is available at all Nokia authorized dealers in the country as well as their very own official store on Lazada at RM299.

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Pokdepinion: I guess it’s about time that WhatsApp came to the phone. It’s been some time since its release to the market, so I guess it was on the cards already.
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Politician Admits Guilty For Stealing Campaign Funding To Buy Video Games

We all know the world of politics is all filled with controversies (and we would rather not go into it). Adding to another case of it, Duncan Hunter, a Republican representative from the United States pleaded guilty to charges of using campaign funds for his own personal use which includes buying video games and plane tickets for his rabbits (yes, you read that correctly).
It is reported that he has used over $150,000 (~RM627,224) in campaign funds from 2010 and 2016 that benefit his and his family’s personal use. It is said that he is involved in “30 or more illegal transactions” in regard to the money.
Other than video games, their family is said to have spent on Lego, fast food, movie tickets, shoes, and groceries. Weirdly, they had their pet rabbits on a plane using the funds.

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Back in 2016, it is said that Hunter has spent more than $1000 on Steam games, where at the time, he said that it was his son who made the transactions and that the opposing party was trying to have a go at him.
Officially charged with conspiracy in stealing funds, he carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. The sentence will take place in 17 March 2020.
Pokdepinion: I guess when you have power, you’ll dare to do anything.
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PUBG MOBILE x McLaren lets you drive a supercar into battle!

The latest PUBG MOBILE 1.4 update sees the start of a new collaboration event between PUBG MOBILE and McLaren, dubbed McLaren Drift. In this event, players will get a chance to earn new cars including the McLaren 570S along with other rewards like gun skins, backpacks and more.

The McLaren Drift event will be on until 30th June, whereby gamers will have to spend UC to get the McLaren 570S. Colors and interiors of the McLaren 570S are also customizable, with six different colors. You can join in by spending 90UC to join the lucky draw, or try getting the McLaren 570S at a discounted price via vouchers that can be earned by sharing the event on your social media platform.

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You can show off your McLaren 570S by getting it in the Cheer Park arena via Airdrop, and other players can’t steal your McLaren. The exclusive Pearlescent color option will also give you the ability to jump from the plane in your supercar for extra style points.
Pokdepinion: I would never expect to see a McLaren, or any supercar for that matter, in PUBG MOBILE, but here we are.
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What can you upgrade in the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D?

If you caught our last #PokdeLIVE episode, you would have known that the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D is pretty upgradeable. Looking at the video probably wasn’t the easiest way to understand how to upgrade your laptop, so we decided to disassemble the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D again, take a few photos to show you what and how you can upgrade the parts in the affordable gaming laptop.
Taking off the bottom cover

There are a total of 11 screws on the bottom cover, five of which are shorter than the other six. We placed screws beside the holes they fit into, so that you can use this photo as a reference. Just in case you forgot how they go in. Now after removing all the screws, the clips are a bit more challenging to detach. I recommend pulling upwards from the rear corners because there is a lip between the bottom panel and the hinge mechanism. Be gentle though as this is plastic. Carefully slide your finger between the gap and lift it off the body of the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D once you have disengaged all the clips.

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Once it’s all off, you can take a breather and marvel at the beautiful contrast of the bare copper heatpipes against the blue PCB in the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D. The amount of heatpipes are similar to ASUS’ higher end models, which is probably why we saw nice temperatures when we reviewed the laptop.
What can you upgrade?
The RAM

Unlike some of the thinner and lighter gaming laptops produced by ASUS, the RAM here are all slotted ones, none of those non-upgradeable soldered RAM here. ASUS threw in DDR4 2666 MHz RAM here, but due to the limitations of the AMD Ryzen mobile processors, they only run at up to 2400 MHz. That’s something to note when getting your new SO-DIMMs: you won’t gain anything from spending more for faster RAM because 2400 MHz is the limit. You can max out the memory support with 32GB DDR4 2400 RAM (16GB x 2) if you want, just so that you can feed Chrome better.
The 2.5″ drive

Two screws hold in the caddy for the 2.5″ drive. ASUS provided us with three screws in the box, allowing you to secure your drive in the caddy. Of course, with a 2.5″ bay, it means that you have the option to pick either fast SATA SSDs, or opt for more storage, but slower HDDs. We have our Phidisk WrathKeeper here which we can slot into the 2.5″ bay. ASUS kept this 2.5″ bay empty, so throwing in a 2.5″ drive won’t need any migration or backup. Just throw in a new drive, and you are set.
The M.2 SSD

There’s a M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 slot here in the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D. Out of the box, there’s a 512GB Intel 660p M.2 PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe SSD in it. What’s really cool about this is the PCIe Gen3 x4 support, allowing you to upgrade with high performance M.2 PCIe SSDs like the Samsung 970 EVO if you want. Or, a more affordable alternative would be the Phidisk WrathKeeper M.2 PCIe Gen3 x2 NVMe or the Kingston A1000 M.2 PCIe Gen3 x2 NVMe SSDs. Do note that it only supports the common M.2 2280 form factor and not the rarer M.2 2260 or 22110 size. What we don’t know is whether it will support M.2 SATA drives, but those drives aren’t really relevant anymore nowadays.
Cooling?
          Four screws each over the AMD CPU and NVIDIA GPU          Two screws holding down the fan on the left            And two more for the right fan
Now while we are very satisfied with the temperatures we saw when we reviewed the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D, if one day you want to replace the thermal paste, it’s not going to be that hard. Some laptops have their cooling system under the keyboard, which makes it extremely hard to reach, but this one right here ranks as one of the easier ones to service. Whether you want to repaste for better performance or just perform maintenance and remove the dust in the heatsinks, you can. ASUS did equip it with their anti-dust system, but the heatsinks will still collect dust over time. So yep, kudos to ASUS for ensuring that the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D is easily maintained. One thing to note though is there are wires running over the left heatsink, so you would need to detach the wires before removing the whole cooling assembly.
One thing that you might realize is that ASUS used copper quite generously here. Most of their previous designs had aluminum heatspreaders over the VRAM and also VRM, but it seems like they decided to go full copper this time around for better heat dissipation.
Fully upgraded

Yeah we are short of a SO-DIMM RAM stick, so we didn’t exactly fully kit out the ASUS TUF Gaming FX505D. But it does now have 1920GB of SSD storage, versus the 512GB that ASUS built in. It’s upgradeable, and you don’t have to jump through hoops to add more RAM, more storage or even service the cooling system.
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AMD pushes for an Universal External Graphics Standard — here’s why we think it makes sense

No matter how much I enjoy reviewing notebooks packing monstrous performance into their portable or less-than-portable bodies, they are still some way away from matching the performance of gaming desktops. This is a fact that every gaming laptop user has realized and accepted, but recently the sudden repopularization of external graphics card solutions has brought a glimmer of hope for us gamers who need to use laptops but still want to game.

Robert Hallock of AMD:

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Alright, let’s have some Real Talk™ about gaming on the go. Gaming notebooks are great for gaming, but nobody in their right mind wants to carry one all the time. Ultrathin notebooks are awesome to carry, but nobody in their right mind would confuse one for a gaming notebook.
But there’s still a HUGE appetite for thin notebooks that can game. I also bet there’s a bunch of gamers out there who, as they get into their 30s and 40s, wouldn’t mind condensing their entire computing life down into one device that does it all. I ALSO bet that some people wouldn’t mind giving up an mITX LAN rig if their notebook had the potential to serve that role with gusto.
External GPUs are the answer. External GPUs with standardized connectors, cables, drivers, plug’n’play, OS support, etc.
More info very soon. :)
I for one believe that the market of external GPU solutions aren’t limited to middle-aged gamers only, as students will most probably find an external GPU to be very useful. Imagine this scenario: going out to class with the notebook, doing a presentation with the built-in iGPU, not a problem. Going to the library for a discussion with group members and using the notebook to quickly search for information. Everything easily handled by any current iGPU, all while saving the power needed to feed a dedicated mobile GPU. More battery life on the go is always a good thing. The student goes home, decides to play The Witcher 3 for a while. Connects the notebook to a external GPU solution and bam, more graphics processing power.

A recent laptop that brought this feature is the MSI GS30 Phantom, where the laptop itself sports a rather high performance Iris 5200 iGPU. However even the fast iGPU fades in comparison to any high end GPU you can toss into the Gaming Dock, which is connected via a proprietary PCIe x16 interface. However based on reviews online, the GS30 doesn’t quite hit the sweet spot with noisy CPU cooling and poor battery life away from the plug, which means that it will not be able to fulfill the scenarios mentioned. Another minor issue that you will have to purchase a monitor too, as the laptop’s built-in display will be disabled.
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Alienware also came out with a similar solution, naming it the Alienware Graphics Amplifier. Instead of working only with a single model like MSI’s Gaming Dock, the Graphics Amplifier supports the Alienware 13, 15 and 17 R2, as long as it comes with the proprietary port. Speaking of the port, it only supports PCIe x4 data rates, which is a far cry from the PCIe x16 speeds that MSI touts with their solution. In practice, the difference in data rates doesn’t affect performance much at all, but future GPUs may be able to saturate the link and result in a bottleneck.

Razer’s solution is more modern: instead of proprietary ports and connectors, it relies on the fancy new USB Type-C port and the crazy-fast Thunderbolt 3 standard to relay data back and forth to its external graphics enclosure, named the Razer Core. It will support 40 Gbps of data throughput, which should be plenty. The 4K display of the Razer Blade Stealth is also a very competent panel with up to 95% AdobeRGB coverage and 98% sRGB coverage. Considering that Robert Hallock actually used an image of the AMD R9 Nano inside the Razer Core, I do believe that the Thunderbolt 3 and USB Type-C standards are the way forward.

Pokdepinion: I am rarely this supportive of AMD’s initiatives, but I truly believe that a standardized external GPU connection standard will bring gamers on notebooks a step closer to be on par with their desktop counterparts.
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Cooler Master’s NR200P MAX now available in Malaysia for RM1399

The highly anticipated Cooler Master’s NR200P MAX is finally available in Malaysia, priced at RM1399. This the first member of the MAX series, and will herald a new age of PC platforms by Cooler Master to enable a more streamlined build experience. Aside from being an almost-complete build, the NR200P MAX also improves upon the popular MasterBox NR200 series of SFF cases for some notable enhancements in its versatility.
Cooler Master’s NR200P MAX now in Malaysia for RM1399

The NR200P MAX comes with a pre-installed top-mounted AIO liquid cooler along with a power supply, complete with pre-routed cables and tubing, allowing for a neat build effortlessly. Cooler Master also optimized the cables and tubing lengths to ensure that there won’t be unsightly excesses dangling around.

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In case you weren’t following the MasterBox NR200 series, those cases didn’t support top-mounted radiators, much less 280mm ones. With the NR200P MAX, Cooler Master redesigned the internal space to accommodate a top mounted radiator. The included cooler harnesses Cooler Master’s dual-chamber pump design, optimized radiator surface area and SickleFlow 140mm fans to cool most relevant AMD and Intel CPUs with a wide assortment of mounting hardware.

Another interesting change is that the NR200P MAX only supports vertically-mounted graphics cards up to three-slots thick, but you don’t have to worry about a thing, as Cooler Master includes a PCIe Gen4 riser cable in the box. You also don’t have to fret about limited airflow to your graphics card either, as you get a perforated steel side panel for more airflow, or you can also opt for the tempered glass side panel to show off your graphics card. We all know you want to flaunt that card you paid too much for.
You can add up to two 120mm fans at the bottom of the NR200P MAX if you think you need to feed your system more air, but they have to be of the low-profile 15mm variety to fit. The power supply here is based on the V850 Gold SFX, delivering high efficiency in an extremely compact form factor. The fully modular cables ensures that you can use as few cables as you need, and Cooler Master also went with customized cable lengths to reduce clutter. And as mentioned earlier, the cable management is done for you.

The NR200P MAX’s RM1399 MSRP might seem pretty pricey, but when you take into account the costs of the optimized 280mm AIO liquid cooler, V850 SFX Gold power supply, PCIe 4.0 riser cable and the other improvements that Cooler Master built into the NR200P MAX, it starts to look very reasonable. Just save up. You can do it.
Pokdepinion: I am really tempted to sell my motherboard for an ITX board just to use the NR200P MAX… But I also love my SL600M…
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OPPO Offers 30% Discount On Repairs From Their Flood Relief Program

The folks at OPPO Malaysia has recently announced that they are offering flood relief assistance to affected users from the recent flash floods.
OPPO Malaysia flood relief program

With the program, OPPO is offering up to 30% discount on all repairs, where it is valid on a single receipt and starts from this 26th of December till the 31st of January 2022.

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The 30% price discount is available on selective spare parts for certain OPPO smartphone and 20% price discount is offered for courier service, which is available for those who apply for online send-in repair service.
You can opt to walk in to the nearest OPPO service centre or My OPPO Space to send in your smartphone for repair. You can also contact their online customer service to enquire about the eligibility of your smartphone model and the availability of spare parts.
For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: It’s not exactly the kind of aid that I expected from them… but hey, it’s better than nothing, right?
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Sony Set to Acquire Major Anime Streaming Service Crunchyroll

Picture credits: Nikkei Asia

I’m sure many of you have your ways of getting your anime fix online. If you have been relying on Crunchyroll, then this is going to be an interesting piece of news as Sony is set to acquire the major anime streaming service for a huge sum of money.
Sony Acquiring Crunchyroll

Good morning, America. This was our most read story while you were sleeping.https://t.co/C8Bx0F4omV
— Nikkei Asia (@NikkeiAsia) October 30, 2020

According to a report by Nikkei Asia, Sony is currently in the final stages of negotiations to acquire anime streaming service Crunchyroll. The deal is said to be valued at ¥100 billion / USD $957 million / RM3.9 billion. If and when it goes through, the anime streaming service will officially be under Sony.

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What could the acquisition mean for consumers? While we don’t expect it to affect subscribers, at least not much, it does mean that Sony will have Funimation and Crunchyroll under them, bolstering their anime offering. The company will also have access to a huge user base, a whole bunch of new titles, and they could possibly look into creating more new anime series or movies, quite possibly both.
With the acquisition, Sony is expected to have an increase in revenue from streaming, competing against the likes of Netflix and Hulu. They could leverage on their own systems, like the upcoming PlayStation 5, to further grow the user base. Whether it will be a successful endeavour or not will be something we’ll have to wait and see.
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Pokdepinion: This is quite an interesting business decision, but definitely not even remotely close to bad. I’m curious to see what they have in store after they’ve finalized the deal.
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MasterMouse MM530 gaming mouse review; a top-grade sensor in a familiar shell

Introduction
Cooler Master and their foray into the peripherals market isn’t something new. We have seen their rather wide range of keyboard and mice, before and after they decided to add the Master prefix to everything. Today we will be looking at the successor of the CM Storm Mizar mouse, the recently announced MasterMouse MM530 which features an all too familiar shape and an equally popular high-end optical sensor. Without further ado, let’s take a look at this mouse.
Unboxing

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Packaged in Cooler Master’s now signature grey, the MasterMouse MM530’s packaging draws attention to itself with big honking text. There is a small emblem that lets you know there is RGB on this mouse, and the product image does feature red, green and blue illumination zones to hammer in the point. Okay, RGBae is noted.

Over on the back we find some highlights like the fact the MasterMouse MM530 packs the Pixart PMW3360 optical sensor which is a variant of the much lauded Pixart PMW3366. Interestingly this mouse also features PBT buttons and Omron switches, so this mouse should be able to endure a lot of clicks.

A flip door allows you to check out the mouse before spending money on it. I really like mice that are packaged like this. At least I can get an idea of how well do I like the shape my holding it before I spend my hard-earned money on it. More specifications and highlights line the inner side of the cover.

And this is all you get with the MasterMouse MM530. The mouse, and a simple user guide. Our review kit doesn’t feature the replacement mousefeet that is available in retail packages. That’s really great value for money right there.
Appearance

If you are looking for a gaming mouse that doesn’t scream “1337” every chance it gets, this is definitely the mouse for you. Just like the MasterKey Pro S which I use on a daily basis, the MasterMouse MM530 is one sleeper looking peripheral with its matte top shell. Also do note the independent left and right click buttons. The logo is glossy, but I wonder how long the paint will last before my sweat erodes it.

The sides feature rubber panels with a honeycomb pattern. The left side here features two buttons which are glossy for some reason. Glossy and buttons are never good together, but perhaps Cooler Master decided it was good to differentiate the buttons from the rest of the matte materials.

The honeycomb material is also used over on the right side. This side bulges out nicely to offer some support for your pinky, but it is not nearly as substantial as found on some other mice.

The underside of the MasterMouse MM530 looks exactly like the ones on cheap mice. It emits infrared light instead of bathing your desk in red light, so you got that going for you. The large mousefeet should offer a very smooth glide over any surface. The sensor is slightly biased to the top of the mouse, so tracking wouldn’t differ too much from your regular mice.

Unlike most gaming mice, we aren’t getting braided cables with the MasterMouse MM530. Cooler Master did use a gold-plated USB connector with a weird Blue plastic, but this is no USB 3.0 connector. The connector is pretty compact, which is good. Huge connectors will block access to the adjacent port which will be an issue when it comes to laptops which have few ports to begin with.
Specifications

Body material
PBT buttons, rubber side grips, plastic shell

Sensor
Pixart PMW3360, Optical

DPI
Up to 12 000 DPI, in 100 DPI increments

USB report rate
125/250/500/1000 Hz

Switch type
Omron switches rated for 20 million clicks

Microprocessor
32 bit ARM Cortex M0

Cable
1.8m, standard rubber coat, gold plated connector

Weight
99 g excluding cable, 132.5 g including cable

Included accessories
User guide

User Experience
This mouse is plug-and-play, but you will want to install the driver software to extract the most from it. Without the software, you are looking at DPI steps of 400/1200/4000/12000 which can be selected by the DPI buttons behind the scroll wheel. Installing the software is a breeze, and if you have a MasterKeys keyboard, they will both be configurable via the Cooler Master Portal suite.

The options offered by the driver software isn’t particularly rich, but Cooler Master does offer you a way to effectively double the number of buttons available on the mouse. TactiX is the name, and it works by enabling different functions for each button when the TactiX modifier button is pressed. The rest of the options offered are pretty standard, customizable DPI presets with independent X and Y axis sensitivity, angle snapping, RGB configuration and also macro recording.

RGB on this mouse isn’t the most interesting I have seen, with only three customizable zones available. Cooler Master has decided against lighting up the entire logo, instead just illuminating the frame around the lettering. The mouse looks good, but if you are after insane RGB customization, this is not the mouse for you. On the bright side, you don’t need the driver software to always be active to be able to enjoy the RGB effects. It is saved to the 512KB onboard memory along with the four DPI presets, so it will shine the same wherever you plug it into.

The IntelliMouse-esque shape needs no introduction by now, as it has inspired countless gaming mice. The size is just right for my large-ish palms. It’s comfortable to hold in a palm grip, and the matte shell will feel great even when your palms are sweaty, knees weak and arms are heavy. An advantage of the PBT buttons is durability. If you have been lurking in keyboard enthusiast forums, you will know PBT is much more durable than the common ABS plastic used. With the matte material used, you will find the PBT buttons much more resistant to shine compared to a mouse made of ABS. Whether you will use the mouse that long is another story altogether, but at least you can sleep easy at night knowing that this mouse is designed to last.

Primary buttons are tactile and not too noisy, making the mouse a joy to click with. This is also the first mouse that I liked clicking the scroll wheel on. It scrolls quietly, with clear tactile feedback. I wish it was capable of side scrolling too. The side buttons are a bit too mushy for my liking though. The minimal weight of the mouse is also well balanced, which makes for a very natural mousing experience.

Sensor-wise, this mouse is excellent when tested at 1000 Hz. The Pixart PMW3360 optical sensor has proven itself to in multiple top-shelf gaming mice like the ROG Gladius 2 and Gamdias Zeus P1 RGB. The implementation in the MasterMouse MM530 is pretty good too, with jitter well controlled until we hit around 9000 DPI. I usually use a sensitivity ranging from 1800 DPI to 3000 DPI, so that’s already beyond my usual sensitivity. Real world tracking at 2000 DPI is precise, accurate and I was not left wanting for a better mouse. I can’t say the same for the Razer Lancehead which exhibited no jitter at all even at 16 000 DPI, but just felt inaccurate. Lift off distance is adjustable, with the Low setting not tracking 1 DVD high off the mousepad, and High stops tracking at 2 DVDs off the mousepad.
Conclusion
A familiar shape, durable PBT buttons, RGBae illumination and a top-grade optical sensor, this is a great option for gamers who want a top-grade gaming mouse to get the frags. As long as you use a sensitivity below 9000 DPI — which is fast enough to see your cursor fly across the screen with the slightest nudge — you will be getting really great tracking.  For RM165, the MasterMouse MM530 just screams value. There are a few features I wish were here, like a nice flexible braided cable, or more RGB illumination zones, but this is definitely a mouse worthy of our highest accolade, the Gold PokdeWard!

Our thanks to Cooler Master Malaysia for providing us with the MasterMouse MM530 used in this review.

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Xiaomi announces 40-inch full HD Mi TV 2

Xiaomi’s onslaught of affordable technology continues. The Chinese company has today launched its new 40-inch Mi TV 2: a powerful smart TV running an Android-based OS.

The TV sports a 40-inch full HD LED panel, 1.1GHz quad-core Cortex-A9 processor, 2GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage. It runs on Android 4.4-based MIUI TV OS and will be getting the Android 5.0 update in the coming months.

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The 40-inch Mi TV 2 can be used as a normal HDTV, a giant Android-powered screen or an Android gaming console. It also features a full format media player with H.265 10-bit hardware decoding support.

The company has stated that it will be investing $1 billion in content creation for the TV and is also partnering with several China-based content providers to build a massive entertainment library.

According to Xiaomi, the new model will go on sale beginning March 31.
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Genshin Impact Reveals New Weapon and Artifact Sets for 3.6 Update

Genshin Impact’s official account has revealed new weapon and artifact sets for the upcoming 3.6 update. Jadefall’s Splendor, Vourukasha’s Glow, and Nymph’s Dream are highly anticipated additions to the game, providing new abilities and bonuses to characters.
Genshin Impact Reveals New Weapon and Artifact Sets

Version 3.6 “A Parade of Providence” New Artifact Overview
Hello Travelers~! Today, Paimon wants to introduce you to the brand-new equipment that will be appearing in Version 3.6! Come on, let’s take a look~#GenshinImpact pic.twitter.com/o0riIJ2ucS
— Genshin Impact (@GenshinImpact) April 9, 2023

Hoyoverse’s Genshin Impact is one of the most popular games globally, and it seems like the developers are not ready to slow down yet. Recently, the official Genshin Impact account shared new details about the upcoming 3.6 version update, titled “A Parade of Providence,” featuring exciting additions to the game, including a new weapon and two artifact sets. The catalyst weapon named Jadefall’s Splendor, the Vourukasha’s Glow artifact set, and the Nymph’s Dream artifact set are the most awaited additions.

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Jadefall’s Splendor is a catalyst weapon that will allow a character to recover 4.5 Energy for three seconds after using an elemental burst or shield creation. It also provides a 0.3% elemental damage bonus to the corresponding elemental type for every 1,000 max HP the character has. The weapon’s effect is linked to a character’s maximum HP, making it an ideal weapon for use by the upcoming Catalyst character Baizhu.

On the other hand, the Vourukasha’s Glow artifact set provides an HP +20% bonus if you equip two pieces from the full set. Equipping four pieces or the entire set gives a 10% DMG increase to your Elemental Skill and Elemental Burst abilities. Even after the character takes damage, the effect can increase by 80% for five seconds. The effect can be stacked five times with independent durations.
The community’s ongoing request to fix Dehya’s underpowered stats has led to the interpretation of the Vourukasha’s Glow artifact set as Hoyoverse’s response. The second artifact set, Nymph’s Dream, is more geared toward Hydro characters. Equipping two pieces will give you a +15% Hydro DMG bonus, while four or more pieces will trigger a stackable ability called Mirrored Nymph after delivering any type of attack.
The number of stacks will determine the character’s ATK and Hydro DMG, increasing independently. The Vourukasha’s Glow and Nymph’s Dream artifact sets can be obtained from the Molten Iron Fortress, the new domain in the Sumeru region. The Genshin Impact 3.6 update has brought in some exciting additions that are sure to enhance the gameplay experience.
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Pokdepinion: Decided on your pulls yet? Not gonna lie, have been quite tired from playing the game especially with more and more things to collect like this one, might take a break from it for a while. Won’t quit, but will likely spend more time on other games for now.
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Special Transparent Mi 9 Will Be Named After Alita: Battle Angel

Previously we’ve reported on a transparent version of the upcoming Xiaomi Mi 9. Now it turns out that the special edition will be named after the blockbuster movie, Alita: Battle Angel.

It was let known through an official teaser of the phone, where the device will be called Xiaomi Mi 9: Battle Angel, as it sees the partnership between the company and of course the movie itself.
The video draws our attention of the Qualcomm chipset that’s packed inside, which is a Snapdragon 855. There’s the triple camera on hand as well as the Qi Wireless power charging coil that’s located at the lower back of the device.

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Key Mi 9 Transparent Edition Specifications

Snapdragon 855, octa-core up to 2.84 GHz, 7nm FinFET
12GB RAM
Up to 256GB storage
6.4″ FHD+ AMOLED display, 103.8% NTSC gamut, 90.7% screen-to-body ratio
48MP f/1.47 7P lens + wide angle lens + telephoto lens
In-display fingerprint scanner
Wireless charging

We shall learn more on the device itself as the launch date is just a day from now (20th February 2019). Until then, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: To be honest, I haven’t even watched the movie yet, but the phone is looking mighty sexy right now. Hopefully they get the price right with this one.
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Snapdragon 865 Manages To Outperform Apple’s A13 CPU Performance

It is known that Apple has been leading the line when it comes to CPU performance for smartphones. Well now it seems that Qualcomm has finally manage to overtake them in that department.
It was discovered by the folks from Android Authority, where they’ve pitted the latest Snapdragon 865 against the A13 on the iPhone 11 Pro Max. They’ve used Speed Test GX 2.0 in order to see which reigns on top. You can check out the video below.

For the test, they’ve used a reference device for the Snapdragon 865. In the video, it’s revealed that the Snapdragon 865 managed to finish the CPU test in just 36.3 seconds, faster than the iPhone 11 Pro Max’s 40 seconds.

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Despite that, Apple’s A13 still got the upper hand when it comes to GPU scores as it finishes the 3D Unity test in 14.5 seconds. Snapdragon 865 managed around 3 seconds slow at 16.9 seconds. However, it is not a fair comparison as screen resolution also plays a part in the test.
iPhone 11 Pro Max uses aa 1242 x 2688 resolution instead of the 1440 x 2880 on the reference device, meaning that the A13 had less pixels to work around, compared to its rival.
Pokdepinion: Now that Qualcomm has finally caught up to them, will we see Apple raising the bar again?
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Digi Partners With AmBank — Over 10,000 Terminals You Can Use Digi’s E-payment!

It was announced today that Digi is partnering up with AmBank to enable 10,000 terminals to allow Digi’s e-payment solution in the next 12 months.
Digi Partners With AmBank

The ‘e-payment partnership’ will see two approaches. First, AmBank’s merchant point-of-sale (POS) terminals will be enabled to accept vcash QR code transactions. This means virtual cash users can pay for their transactions through Digi’s vcash mobile app. To do so, they would only need to scan the QR code to pay.

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Secondly, Digi will be signing up small and mid-sized enterprise (SME) merchants under the Master Merchant program with AmBank. This means more merchants will be accepting vcash payments, offering options for users, while also growing AmBank’s merchant base.
This is not the first time that Digi is focusing on SMEs. Previously they’ve introduced their Digi Omni plans, which is catered for that specific category.
Pokdepinion: The news is a welcomed one. It’s always nice to have the flexibility and option to use your e-wallet, in this case Digi’s vcash. What do you think? Would you rather pay in cash or use e-wallets? Let us know in the comments down below.
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Predator Orion Series To Feature New 9th Gen Intel Core Processors

Beforehand, Acer announced that their Predator Orion series was available to come with RTX graphics cards. Now they even come with the latest 9th Gen Intel Core Processors.
Predator Orion Series To Come With 9th Gen Intel Processors
With the news that Intel has unleashed their brand new Intel Core X-series processors, Acer has revealed that they are set to come with the Predator Orion 9000 and 5000 gaming desktops, giving gamers a leap in performance for smooth and seamless gameplay.
Powered by 9th Gen Intel Core desktop processors, the Predator Orion series are performance PCs designed for the serious to hardcore gamer. The Predator Orion 9000 is a gamer’s dream machine, where it comes packed with NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080Ti GPUs.

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The Predator Orion 9000 supports over 8K UHD graphics, where it comes with a black and silver chassis and features customizable ARGB lighting bars and RGB LED fans. Thanks to its IceTunnel 2.0, it is able to expel heat through an advanced airflow management solution that separates the system into several thermal zones, each with an individual airflow tunnel.
With the Predator Orion 5000, it features up to 9th Gen Intel Core i9-9900K processor and up to the latest NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 GPUs.
Pokdepinion: The beasts has gotten an upgrade!

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T-FORCE XCALIBUR DDR4 RAM to be priced from $235 — to be available in 3600 MHz and 4000 MHz, in two different designs

TEAMGROUP’s T-FORCE XCALIBUR RGB RAM which were introduced at Computex 2018 is set to hit the market 1st July, with a unique design that will definitely satisfy RGB junkies. But not only RGB addicts will find joy with these RAM sticks, as performance enthusiasts can also get a kick out of these, with the DDR4-4000 speeds offered.

The claim to fame for the T-FORCE XCALIBUR is the huge RGB light bar topping the heatspreaders. The ultra-wide, 120° angle luminous area glows in any color you imagine, with the force flow effect dazzling your eyes. The light guide is supposed to evoke the images of a sword, with the initials of T-FORCE, TF, being the hilt. In the Special Edition, the totem-like motifs add a touch of uniqueness to these high performance RAM. The RGB effects can be controlled via T-FORCE BLITZ, Aura Sync RGB Fusion, Mystic Light and Polychrome Sync software for cohesive RGB illumination.

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To achieve DDR4 3600 MHz and DDR4 4000 MHz frequencies, TEAMGROUP used selected Samsung IC chips and strict testing standards for optimal performance, stability and compatibility. Along with Intel XMP 2.0 technology, the T-FORCE XCALIBUR lets you enjoy the blazing fast memory speeds with just a few clicks.

The T-FORCE XCALIBUR DDR4 RAM will be available in 16GB kits (8GB x 2), rated at 3600 MHz and 4000 MHz. For both speed variants, there will be the General Edition, and the Special Edition, differentiated by the patterns found on the Special Edition’s light bar.

General Edition
Special Edition

16GB DDR4 3600
$235
$239

16GB DDR4 4000
$295
$299

International availability starts 1st July, so you can saving up now.
Pokdepinion: Hmm, I prefer the General Edition, and it’s cheaper by $4, so that’s a bonus.
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EA Games Might Be Returning to Steam

EA Games Might Be Returning to Steam

It looks like EA Games may be getting ready to release their games on Steam again after almost 10 years. This appears to be the case as older games by EA have started surfacing on Steam, which means something is definitely happening behind closed doors.
It was that discovered that someone is editing various older EA games on Steam, including running games that were never made available on Valve’s marketplace. While there has been no official announcements on the matter, we can definitely expect to hear more about it sooner or later.

A number of evidences supporting the information have since surfaced. There’s a mockup of a Steam Library UI which shows Mirror’s Edge Catalyst in the lower-left corner. Coupled together with various EA games being added / edited in the backend like Dragon Age 2 and Saboteur just a week ago, it seems like a very possible reality.

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This doesn’t necessarily mean that they will be giving up on Origin however. It could simply be EA Games looking to integrate Origin with Steam, similar to Uplay. It can also be a more universal digital marketplace with both EA and Valve being onboard. Think something like the Humble Store or GOG.
For now, take this information with a grain of salt. We’ll be reporting more on it as soon as information becomes available.
Source: Gamewatcher
Pokdepinion: Well, if it means increasing the sales of their games, it’s hard for anyone to say no. Guess we’ll just have to wait and see for now.
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The latest Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series leak reveals the specifications of all three variants of the upcoming flagship tablet. Here’s what you need to know.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series Leak Reveals Specifications

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The next big Galaxy Unpacked event for 2022 is coming soon, and while we are expecting to the see the Samsung Galaxy S22 series, we’re also expected to see the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series of tablets as well. Now, we have the alleged specifications for all three tablet models here.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Series Leaked Specifications

Galaxy Tab S8
Galaxy Tab S8 Plus
Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra

Display
11″ LCD (2,560 x 1,600)
12.7″ AMOLED (2,800 x 1,752)
14.6″ AMOLED (2,960 x 1,848)

SoC
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Snapdragon 8 Gen 1

RAM
8GB
8GB
16GB

Storage
128GB or 256GB (expandable)
128GB or 256GB (expandable)
512GB (expandable)

Front camera
12MP
12MP
Two 12MP

Rear camera
13MP primary, 6MP ultra-wide
13MP primary, 6MP ultra-wide
13MP primary, 6MP ultra-wide

Battery
8,000mAh
10,090mAh
11,200mAh

Size
254 x 165.1 x 6.35 mm
284.48 x 185.42 x 5.58 mm
327.66 x 208.28 x 5.34 mm

Weight
507.4g
566.9g
728.5g

As you can see here, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series will be powered by the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, which means there will be no Exynos variant, at least not for now. It will also come bundles with a new S Pen, which is said to be fastest in terms of input latency for a more natural writing / drawing experience.
The display on the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 series will be 11-inches, 12.7 inches, and 14.6 inches for the base, Plus, and Ultra variants. While the latter two will enjoy AMOLED display, the entry-level tablet will instead use LCD display so the colours will not be as impressive.
Moving on to battery, it should be more than adequate as the capacity for the base, Plus, and Ultra variants are listed with 8,000mAh, 10,090mAh, and 11,200mAh respectively. We should learn more about the battery life as the launch draws near.

It’s worth noting that the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is the only one to have a notch on the front, which houses the front-facing camera. This may be rather controversial for a lot of people but it’s said to be done out of necessity as that camera will have strong video capabilities.
As for storage, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 and Tab S8 Plus will have the option of 128GB and 256GB while the range-topping Tab S8 Ultra will have a whopping 512GB storage. All of them are expected to be UFS 3.1 and if that’s not enough, you can further expand it via microSD.

Keep in mind that there is a chance of stock being low due to the ongoing global chip supply shortage so if you want one, you might want to consider pre-ordering it as soon as possible. These details have yet to be officially confirmed so take them with a grain of salt for now. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: That Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra looks like much more proper laptop replacement, but I’m sure not how to feel about using a tablet of that size. Oh well, only one way to find out.
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unifi Offers You Free Tickets To Butterfingers’ 20th Anniversary Concert

unifi has announced just recently of their collaboration with Butterfingers, Malaysia’s legendary Rock and Grunge band, where they will host their 20th anniversary concert in celebration of their album, Transcendence.
The concert will see the reunion of the band members Emmet, Kadax, Loko, and LoQue for the first time since 2016. It will be held in Stadium Melawati, Shah Alam on the 2nd of November 2019 (Saturday).
To celebrate the occasion and as a way to thank their customers, unifi is offering free tickets to watch the live concert with every subscription of unifi Mobile postpaid plans, which includes unifi Mobile 99, unifi Mobile 59, unifi Mobile 39, and unifi Mobile 19 during the #khabarbaik unifi Tour which begins in early October.

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Students will also be able to get up close and personal with the band at selected campuses. For more details on that, check out unifi’s social media pages. In addition to that, for those who purchase tickets through Air Asia Red Tix, customers will receive a free unifi Mobile #BEBAS plan which offers 3GB data and 30-day LTE pass worth RM55 upon activation. The unifi Mobile #BEBAS SIM card can be redeemed on 1st and 2nd November at the unifi booth at Stadium Melawati Shah Alam.
Pokdepinion: This is sure to bring back memories… Be sure to check those plans out for free tickets!
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MSI Launches ESPORTS: The Rise of the New King — Introduces GT76 Titan And GE65 Raider Gaming Laptops

MSI today hosted their ESPORTS: The Rise of the New King program which is themed around the thriving esports ecosystem. At the event, we got to witness the launch of two of their latest gaming laptop offerings, the MSI GT76 Titan and GE65 Raider.
MSI GT76 Titan

Starting it off is MSI’s GT76 Titan gaming laptop, where it offers with a powerful desktop-level performance by packing up to an Intel Core i9-9900K processor as well as the top-of-the line RTX 2080 graphics, which will let you play the most extreme and latest games available on the market.

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With all the power that it packs, it is cooled by MSI’s very own Cooler Boost Titan, where the laptop comes with 4 fans and 11 heat-pipes that’s able to generate super high air ventilation.
Of course, with it being a gaming laptop, it’s a beauty as well in terms of aesthetics. Inspired by an exotic-car design, the MSI GT76 Titan comes with quality aluminum chassis and carbon fiber themed ventilation grilles as well as RGB glow (we all need that).

MSI GT76 Titan Specifications

Model
GT76 DT 9SG
GT76 DT9SF

CPU
9th Gen Intel Core i9-9900K
9th Gen Intel Core i7-9700K

Display
17.3″ UHD (3840×2160), 4K resolution
Thin Bezel display with close to 100% sRGB
17.3″ FHD (1920×1080), 240Hz
Thin Bezel with close to 100% sRGB

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 8GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 8GB GDDR6

Memory
64GB DDR4-2666Mhz (dual channel)
32GB DDR4-2666Mhz (dual channel)

Storage
Super Raid 4 – 1TB (512GBx2) NVMe PCIe Gen3 x 4 SSD + 1TB HDD 7200rpm

Keyboard
Full Color per-key RGB keyboard by SteelSeries

Connectivity
Killer DoubleShot Pro (Killer Ethernet E3000)
Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650) with Killer Shield
Bluetooth 5.0

Audio
Dynaudio with Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance
ESS 9118 SABRE HiFi DAC

I/O
2 x Type-C, USB 3.2 Gen 2 (1 x Thunderbolt 3 + 1 x Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2)
4 x Type-A, USB 3.2 Gen 2
1 x HDMI 2.0
1 x Mini Display 1.4
1 x microSD card reader
1 x RJ45

Weight
4.5KG

Price
RM20,999
RM14,999

MSI GE65 Raider

If you’re looking for something more affordable, here is where the MSI GE65 Raider comes in. Under the hood, it comes with the latest RTX graphics and up to 9th Gen Intel Core i7 processor.
Other than that, it features an ultra-fast 240Hz IPS thin-level display, ensuring you have the advantage when you play fast-paced games. Inspired with a dragon theme, it comes with a new two-toned mesh design at the bottom, offering better ventilation and prevents hot air recirculation.
Also featured with the GE65 Raider is Nahimic 3, Killer WiFi 6, and Bluetooth 5.0, it truly gives you a better experience when it comes to connectivity.

MSI GE65 Raider Specifications

Model
GE65 9SF
GE65 9SE

CPU
9th Gen Intel Core i7-9750

Display
15.6″ FHD 240Hz IPS

GPU
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 8GB GDDR6
NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 6GB GDDR6

Memory
16GB DDR4 2666Mhz (dual channel)

Storage
1TB NVMe PCIe Gen3 x 4 SSD

Keyboard
Per-key RGB gaming keyboard by SteelSeries

Connection
Killer DoubleShot Pro E2600
Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 with Killer Shield
Bluetooth 5.0

Audio
Dynaudio with Nahimic 3 Audio Enhance
ESS 9118 SABRE HiFi DAC

I/O
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
1 x LAN port
1 x Mic-in + 1 x Headphone output
1 x SD card reader

Weight
2.27 kg

Price
RM9.899
RM8,099

Pokdepinion: The GT76 Titan looks a beauty up in front and it’s not only just about that, it packs quite a punch!
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ASUS ROG GL553 Price Has Dropped; Use This to Get An Even LOWER Price

One of the more exciting gaming laptops to hit the market in recent times, the already affordable ASUS ROG GL553 has gotten even more affordable now.

ASUS ROG GL553 Price Has Dropped

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If you have been waiting to get your hands on the ASUS ROG GL553 gaming laptop, then I have some wonderful news for you. ASUS has officially announced that the ASUS ROG GL553 gaming laptop’s price has dropped. From our perspective, we’re seeing an RM400 price drop here.
The 2 particular models with the price drop here is the GL553V-DDM 635T and the GL553V-DDM282T, which was originally priced at RM4,599 and RM4,999 respectively. With the price drop, the new retail price is set at RM4,199 and RM4,599 respectively. If you’re curious as to the specs of each model, check it out just below here:
GL553V-DDM635T

Intel Core i7-7700HQ @ 2.8 GHz (6M Cache, up to 3.8 GHz)
8GB DDR4 RAM (2 RAM slots, only 1 slot used)
1TB SATA 5400RPM HDD
128GB SATA3 M.2 SSD
15.6-inch Full HD, LED Backlit, Anti-Glare Display
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 4GB GDDR5
Windows 10 (64 bit)
2 Years Warranty
RM4,599 (new price)

GL553V-DDM282T

Intel Core i7-7700HQ @ 2.8 GHz (6M Cache, up to 3.8 GHz)
4GB DDR4 RAM (2 RAM slots, only 1 slot used)
1TB SATA 5400RPM HDD
15.6-inch Full HD, LED Backlit, Anti-Glare Display
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 4GB GDDR5
Windows 10 (64 bit)
2 Years Warranty
RM4,199 (new price)

If you’re unsure what’s the difference between the 2 models, it’s basically the difference in RAM and the inclusion of a 128 SSD. If you plan on upgrading those things yourself, you can just opt for the GL553V-DDM282T and save money in the process.
Speaking of saving money…
Here’s Some Additional Discounts for the ASUS ROG GL553

If you are planning to purchase either of those ASUS ROG GL553 gaming laptops, here’s a way for you to get some additional discounts. You have discount codes that you can use  just below here:

IN200TEL (additional RM200 discount)
ASUSB5DDAY (5% Uncapped Discount)

While we are certain the first discount code should work without any problems, the 2nd discount code might be for limited use so give it a try while you can. Either way, you’ll be saving money so yeah.
If you wanna head straight to those specific ROG GL553 models’ pages on the ASUS official store in Lazada, click here for the ROG GL553V-DDM635T or click here for the ROG GL553V-DDM282T. Alternatively, you can use the buttons just below here:
ROG GL553V-DDM635T @ RM4,599
ROG GL553V-DDM282T @ RM4,199

Pokdepinion: Well, if you’re looking for a gaming laptop, perhaps now would be the best time to consider getting the ASUS ROG GL553, what with the price drop and additional discounts you can apply :)
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HONOR View20 to go for RM899 during HONOR 12.12 sales!

Just to put it into perspective, the HONOR 9X costs RM999. The HONOR View20 is going to be offered at RM100 less, yet offers performance and camera features much better than that available on the HONOR 9X.
The HONOR View20’s 3D ToF camera in action.
The HONOR View20 may be almost a year old now, but it still offers some formidable stuff like the 48MP AI Ultra Clarity which is still one of the best 48MP modes in the market right now, Super Night mode and also the very first 3D ToF camera in a HONOR smartphone. The HONOR View20 is definitely a steal at just RM899.

Aside from the HONOR View20, the HONOR 10 and HONOR 20 will also be offered at promotional prices of RM749 and RM1199, respectively. For the price, they are very good deals, and if you have a little bit more budget you can also opt for the HONOR 20 Pro at RM1899, RM100 off SRP. A smaller discount, but you will be getting one of the best camera smartphones of 2019.

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In addition to the smartphones, HONOR is also throwing promotions on their latest wearables such as the HONOR Band 5 and HONOR Watch Magic as well as their new audio products, the HONOR Flypods Lite and HONOR Sport Pro.
Most of the promotions are starting on 6th December, so make sure to save the date, as we believe the best deals like the HONOR View20 at RM899 one will definitely fly off the shelf. Head over to the following link to check them out!
Check out HONOR’s 12.12 Sale NOW!
Pokdepinion: The HONOR View20 is an amazing deal right now… Definitely was my favorite smartphone in early 2019.
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TEAMGROUP T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO Z330 and Z340 M.2 SSDs announced

TEAMGROUP has just announced two new M.2 PCIe SSDs, the T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO-Z330 and ZERO-Z340. Both drives support the PCIe 3.0 x4 interface and the NVMe 1.3 standard, which is pretty much the standard nowadays.
What sets the T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO Z330 and ZERO Z340 apart from the competition are their patented graphene copper foil cooling module. In their internal testing, the graphene copper foil helped keep the drives up to 9% cooler over three hours of continuous reading and writing files.

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While both drives feature similar graphene copper cooling, the T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO-Z340 is the faster of the duo. TEAMGROUP has designed the drives to cater to different needs, and different budgets as well. Check out the specifications and pricing of the T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO Z330 and ZERO Z340 below:
T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO Z330 & ZERO Z340 Specs

T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO-Z330
T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO-Z340

Capacity
256GB
512GB
1TB
512GB
1TB

Interface
M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 (NVMe 1.3)

DRAM
Yes

Rated speed
Sequential:
Read: Up to 2100MB/s Write: Up to 1700MB/s
Random:
Read: 220 000 IOPS Write: 200 000 IOPS
Sequential:
Read: Up to 3400MB/s Write: Up to 1700MB/s
Random:
Read: 450 000 IOPS Write: 400 000 IOPS

Endurance
256GB: >200TBW
512GB: >400TBW
1TB: >600TBW
512GB: >800TBW
1TB: >1665TBW

Warranty
5-year Limited Warranty

Price
256GB: $54.99 (~RM240)
512GB: $84.99 (~RM372)
1TB: $134.99 (~RM590)
512GB: $94.99 (~RM415)
1TB: $164.99 (~RM717)

The T-FORCE CARDEA ZERO-Z340 is an excellent option for enthusiasts, as it is not only fast, but also rated for some impressive endurance. Meanwhile the CARDEA ZERO-Z330 is intended for more budget-conscious users. Both drives are backed by 5-year warranties too for peace of mind.
Pokdepinion: I wonder how long will it actually take to finish up 1665TBW…
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ROG Masters 2017 – Reaches A Milestone In Esports!

With the 2017 season came to a closing for the ROG Masters competition on the 10th of December, it marks a success for ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG).
ROG Masters 2017 Milestone
ROG Masters 2017 concluded with the Grand Finals which was held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where the event represents an achievement for ASUS ROG as the company continues to support and develope the esports scene by providing gaming hardware as well as hosting tournaments both local and global levels.
OpTic Gaming meet and greet session for fans
ROG has organized online and offline tournaments held all across Europe, the Americas, and not to forget Asia. There were over 6,000 teams that participated in their tournaments, which hails from more than 35 different countries. With the tournament, ROG Masters enabled pro and amateur esports players worldwide alike to achieve their ambition and aspirations. Fans also got the chance to meet their heroes up close and personal.

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With its structure of national qualifiers followed by regional events and Grand Finals, ROG Masters 2017 stamp a milestone in esport history. With over 6,000 fans present at Kuala Lumpur Convention Center, they had the chance to witness Gambit Gaming closing out their most successful year yet in CS:GO. Team Empire snatched victory from the jaws of defeat in an intense Dota 2 final-round comeback.
Pokdepinion: I was there at the ROG Masters 2017 in KLCC, the atmosphere was amazing. Hope they’ll host more tournaments in the future. Here’s to an even better 2018!
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Valorant Mobile Confirmed And It Might Have a Battle Royale Mode

Riot Games is celebrating the one-year anniversary of their popular competitive first-person shooter Valorant, and they have confirmed that Valorant Mobile is in the works so they can reach a more global audience.
What’s Happening with Valorant Mobile?

#ValorantMobile is apparently official.
I have a checklist of Valorant leaks in a Discord.
ValorantM getting announced in June was one of those listed.
TBH I didn’t expect the time to be that accurate, thought the project a delayed. Pretty cool.#ValorantBattleRoyale when? https://t.co/UTHH5K0lgW pic.twitter.com/1pqwHHubZk
— PlayerIGN (@PlayerIGN) June 2, 2021

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Riot Games’ popular competitive first-person shooter recently celebrated its one-year anniversary. They’ve shared that the game has more that 14 million players by now, and is said to be more than half of CS:GO’s player base. To further reach more players around the world, Valorant Mobile will be that solution.
While not much is made known about Valorant Mobile at the moment, not even when the mobile game will be launching, one can only assume that it will come to both Android and iOS. With that being said, we do have an idea of what to expect thanks to a data miner.
According to Player IGN, he had a Discord post listing Valorant leaks since October 2020, and it now reads:

Japanese Agent
Mobile version announcement in June/summer; could be delayed
Battle Royale Mode
5v5 bots mode, players vs AI (Similar to League of Legends’ co-op)

This may not seem like much but keep in mind that the first two points ended up becoming real. That Japanese agent is none other then Yoru, and Riot Games did announce Valorant Mobile in June 2021. This doesn’t mean the remaining points would be a guarantee, but it does lend some credibility to his post.
It makes sense to have a bots mode, especially for mobile, so players can be more accustomed to playing the game on mobile. With that being said however, do take these information with a grain of salt. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: I’m not surprised by it given the immense popularity of the Battle Royale genre, but I’m not sure if they can pull it off well. Well, only time will tell, I suppose.
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