Recently, Mediatonic released a new patch for their popular multiplayer battle royale game. Unfortunately, they also accidentally included the game’s source code. If people realized it, it could have been disastrous for the game.
Fall Guys Accidentally Shared Source Code And It Could Be Disastrous

Fall guys leaked their game code in latest Steam update by shipping il2cpp code.
FallGuys_client_BackUpThisFolder_ButDontShipItWithYourGame 💀https://t.co/nWfwOT9d1c
— Pavel Djundik (@thexpaw) May 14, 2021

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As many of you may know by now, Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout recently added cross-play to the game, allowing both console and PC gamers to play together. Unfortunately, the update also came with an unintended extra as the game’s source code was also included in it.
For most people, this would be completely harmless and they won’t be able to do anything with it. In the wrong hands however, they would be able to create cheats and other things in the game and it would be far harder to detect compared to your average hack. This was first discovered and shared by Pavel Djundik, the man behind SteamDB.
Unsurprisingly, Mediatonic has since removed the game’s source code from the update but there’s no telling whether someone else managed to get ahold of the source code or not. The code was hilariously labeled under the folder called “BackUpThisFolder_ButDontShipItWithYourGame”. Apparently, the name was auto-generated by Unity and it contains data used for debugging purposes.
Hopefully, nothing will come from this as it could potentially lead to a huge disaster for the game. For now, we will just have to wait and see. Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout is currently available on the PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and PC.
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Pokdepinion: If there are a lot of weird hacks happening in the next few months in Fall Guys, then we all know why. I just hope nothing happens to it so the game can continue its healthy lifespan for years to come.
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Samsung Latest Online Exclusive Offers This June

Whether you want to buy a new smartphone, a smart TV, Galaxy Buds, or a Galaxy Watch, shoppers can finally put their worries to rest because Samsung has a limited-time offer to sweeten your online shopping experience.
Not only do you get discounts for the Galaxy devices, which include smartphones, tablets, wearables, and mobile accessories, you can also save an extra RM360 with a minimum purchase of RM6000. Just simply use the coupon code at the checkout.

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If you’re interested in the Galaxy S22 Series but worried about running out of storage space on the device, from 8 June to 30 June 2022, get a memory upgrade when you buy any of the Galaxy S22 Series, and you won’t have to worry about losing important documents or breathtaking photos.
Furthermore, from now until 30 June, Galaxy S22 Series buyers will receive a free Galaxy Buds Live and Camera Filter Mount valued at RM718.
For more information about the offers, check out the details below:

Eligible Device(s)
Original Price (RM)
Exclusive Price (RM)
Gifts

Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G 512GB
5,899
5,499
Galaxy Buds Live and Camera Filter Mount

Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G 256GB
5,499
5,099

Galaxy S22+ 5G 256GB
4,299
4,099

Galaxy S22 5G 256GB
3,699
3,499

Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G 128GB
5,099
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Galaxy Watch4 Classic

Galaxy S22+ 5G 128GB
4,099
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Galaxy S22 5G 128GB
3,499
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Galaxy Watch4

Samsung’s latest product, the Galaxy S22 Ultra is the first Galaxy S with an integrated S Pen equipped which features a versatile set of cameras and performance.  If you want a 32″ Smart Monitor M5 worth RM1,688 for infinite entertainment streaming, just add an additional RM300.
Furthermore, you can get a 32% offer when purchasing the Galaxy A52, Samsung’s mid-range phone that performed beyond, from13 June to 30 June 2022.

Promotion
Promo Period
Promo Code
Applicable Products

Min. spend RM6000 to get RM360 off
1 June to 30 June 2022
EVOUCHER360
All smartphones, tablets, wearables, and mobile accessories

Galaxy S22 Series Memory Upgrade
8 June to 30 June 2022
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Galaxy S22 Series (256GB and 512GB)

Galaxy A52 Exclusive Crazy Deal 32% off
13 June to 30 June 2022
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Galaxy A52

S22 Ultra with Smart Monitor M5
1 June to 30 June 2022
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Galaxy S22 Ultra and Smart Monitor M5

More information about the promotion can be found on Samsung’s official website.
Pokdepinion: Don’t miss your chance on this promotional period for those who are looking to get a Samsung phone!
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Xiaomi Malaysia Celebrates Mi Fan Festival 2021 — Unveils Trio Of Products

As you might have noticed from our social postings last night on Facebook, the Mi Fan Festival 2021 took place last night where the folks at Xiaomi has unveiled three new products that will be coming soon to the country.
Xiaomi Malaysia Mi Fan Festival 2021

First up is the new Mi 11 Ultra, a premium flagship smartphone which marks the debut of the Samsung GN2 large camera sensor. It is powered by a Snapdragon 888 chipset and comes with 12GB LPDDR5 RAM that’s mated with 256GB UFS 3.1 storage.

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For cameras, it sports a 50MP main camera, 48MP ultra-wide lens, and a 48MP telephoto shooter at the back. As you can see, it comes with a display at the back too, which is a 1.1-inch AMOLED display. As for selfies, there’s the 20MP camera for you to utilize.
The main display is a WQHD+ 6.81 AMOLED Quad-curved DotDisplay, where it comes with 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+ support.
Dual speakers is available where the audio is customized by Harmon Kardon and it comes with Hi-Res Audio Certification.
Under the hood is a 5000mAh battery which you use its 67W wired and wireless charger. It also supports 10W reverse charging, should you need it. The Mi 11 Ultra will be available for pre-orders starting from tomorrow, 8th of April 2021 for the price of RM4,299 and it will be available at official Xiaomi Stores on Lazada and Shopee as well as Authorized Mi Stores in the country. The first 200 customers who register their device online will also be receiving an exclusive Limited Edition Mi Fans Gift Set.

The event also marked the introduction of the Redmi Note 10 Pro MFF Special Edition which serves as a unique MFF souvenir to Mi Fans. It comes packed with a cosmic-inspired design, featuring an image of astronauts floating through galaxies.
Redmi Note 10 Pro Gradient Bronze color was selected for this year’s Mi Fan Festival and the exclusive Mi Fan Festival 2021 icon is printed on the back. The Redmi Note 10 Pro MFF Special Edition will be sold in limited quantities worldwide where you can get it from now for the price of RM1,099.

Finishing up the list is the all-new Mi Smart Band 6. Xiaomi is the world’s number one wearable brand and they hope to have that continue with the addition of the smartband.
It comes with a 1.56-inch AMOLED touch display, coming with customizable function module and features 30 fitness modes. There’s Sp02 tracking, sleep tracking, breath exercise, stress monitoring, female health tracking, Personal Activity Intelligent, idle alerts, and camera remote shutter.
Under the hood is a 125mAh battery which they claim can last up to 14-days. They’ve also mentioned that charging will take less than 2 hours. The Mi Smart Band 6 will be available for pre-order from the 15th of April 2021 for the special price of RM169 (RRP RM189) exclusively on Lazada, while stocks last.
For more on the latest tech and gaming news plus reviews, stay tuned to Pokde.net.
Pokdepinion: Honestly speaking, I never thought that Xiaomi Malaysia would bring the Mi 11 Ultra here to the country. Let’s just hope that we can get our hands on it to test it out!
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MWC 2016 is coming, what do you want to see?

The annual Mobile World Congress is just hours away, and I am sure many are excited to see the latest flagships from the top players in the mobile industry, like the Samsung Galaxy S7 or LG G5, and what new features they bring. For myself, I prefer to check out the more affordable offerings, but for the latest innovations, the flagships are the ones to watch. Let’s take a look at what we know.
We already have official renders from Samsung, so there won’t be any shockers in terms of appearance. The internals are still quite vague with some confirmed specifications obtained through FCC listings regarding the battery size (3000 mAh for S7 and 3600 mAh for S7 Edge). The dearly missed microSD card support is also returning in the S7, based on images of the SIM tray.

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The processor that will be used to power the S7 is still quite unknown, with some leaks pointing to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 and some claiming that it will be a Samsung Exynos 7422 and Exynos 8890, depending on the region. Whatever the processor used, I am sure that the performance offered should be stellar and a step above what the current batch are capable of.

From the above images the Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge will come in three colors, including a proper black variant. The last time Samsung has produced a true black smartphone was way back when they made the Galaxy S2. Oh and apparently the S7s aren’t going to sport USB Type-C connectors for some reason. Samsung will be streaming their launch event in VR and 360 at 2 a.m, so for those who want a first-hand look at Samsung’s latest flagship, head over here to find out how to stream it.
LG which is aggressively targeting the premium market as well with their LG G5, has actually set their launch event to be earlier than Samsung’s. Their event starts at 9 p.m today. So what do we know about LG’s G5? We know it will come with an always-on display, so I am sure that they will be using an AMOLED display.

Qualcomm actually point-blank let out that the G5 will come with a Snapdragon 820 in this tweet, so there aren’t any surprises there:
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Don’t miss a whole new way to play with @LGUSAMobile and #Snapdragon820–coming February 21. ????pic.twitter.com/ynshxqBgKS
— Qualcomm (@Qualcomm) February 17, 2016
G5 is also keeping the battery removable. Samsung’s move of sealing it in the body was a rather unpopular decision and probably LG is hoping that some of Samsung’s fans who prefer removable batteries will jump over to LG.

The appearance of the LG G5 has also been leaked out to the public. In this image we can see that the G5 will sport a dual-tone flash, dual-camera system and a rear mounted fingerprint sensor. The unique rear-mounted buttons introduced with the LG G2 are no more and now the buttons are moved to the sides. Here’s hoping that the LG V10’s fingerprint security flaw is fixed. The G5 is rumored to feature a 5.6″ 1440p display and 4GB of RAM.

The G5 isn’t going to be their only entry at MWC 2016, as they are bringing in the LG Stylus 2 as well. Specifications wise, the Stylus 2 isn’t on par with the other devices mentioned earlier, but is an interesting device nonetheless due to the presence of a stylus. It will feature a 1.2 GHz quad core CPU and 1.5GB of RAM, nothing to shout about even in 2013.
Xiaomi has announced their attendance at this year’s MWC, and will be unveiling their much anticipated Mi5.

IIf you haven’t been following Xiaomi’s naming convention, their Redmi series are the budget line-up, while their Mi series are the high end models.

f the leaked images are to be trusted, the Mi5 will sport a nice curved display and an aluminium body.

My own Mi 5 just rolled off our production line today and… into my pocket. Qualcomm Snapdragon 820. So worth the wait :)
— Hugo Barra (@hbarra) January 6, 2016
The Mi5 is also confirmed to sport a Snapdragon 820 by Hugo Barra himself.

ASUS is set to launch their Zenfone 3 at Computex 2016, but I do expect them to show themselves at MWC 2016. Huawei is also rumored to be unveiling yet another device after showing off their Mate 8 and Honor 5X at CES. Lenovo is also teasing their very inappropriately named Lemon 3 Plus which is set to appear at MWC 2016. The Lemon 3 Plus is going to be a bigger version of the Lemon 3, but it isn’t a flagship by any measure.
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The slumbering giant, Nokia has also teased “the biggest thing you will ever see” that will appear at MWC 2016. With all the biggest names in the mobile arena set to reveal their latest innovations, I am sure it will be an interesting week ahead. What killer feature do you expect to be revealed this year which aren’t present in current devices and the devices mentioned above? Let us know in the comments below!
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EMUI 10.1 Update Rolling Out To HONOR Smartphones

HONOR Malaysia has revealed today that EMUI 10.1 update has begun rolling out for HONOR View20, HONOR 20, and HONOR 20 PRO users around the country.
EMUI 10.1 update
Aside from the three mentioned devices, the HONOR 9X Pro will also be receiving it on September 2020 through HOTA. The latest update will bring in new user experience such as HUAWEI MeeTime, a video calling application and Smart Multi-Window, which is a multi-tasking feature.
With Smart Multi-Window, it allows you to multi-task by displaying two different apps in separate views. You can also drag and drop images, text or even files across multi-windows.

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Aside from that, the update will offer better performance where they claim the Deterministic Latency Engine can reduce the system response time by 20.8% and the average latency fluctuation by 10.5%.
The update will also see your local data fully encrypted while cloud data are encrypted during transmission and storage for security and privacy.
Pokdepinion: Are you a user of any of the listed devices? Have you gotten your updates?
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Lazada 5.5 Raya Sale Offers Free e-Duit Raya, Free Shipping, Cashbacks and More!

Celebrate This Raya Aidilfitri with Lazada

Lazada is celebrating this holiday season by announcing their “5.5 Tawaran Meriah Raya Sale” and they are giving away free e-Duit Raya, Free Shipping Vouchers, Lazada Bonus, 50% LazCoins cashbacks, Wallet rebates, and Crazy Brand Mega offers and discounts.
Shoppers on Lazada can send these Lazzie-themed e-Duit Raya to their loved ones by following the instructions indicated below:

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Launch the Lazada mobile app on your smartphone.
Go to the Account page and choose the Lazzie Hunt section.
From the menu, choose Send Duit Raya.

Additionally, Lazada offers RM10 for every RM100 bonus redemption where shoppers can get an additional RM10 off every RM100 spent on selected goods. The collection period begins on 1st May and the redemption period runs from 5th May to 7th May. Buyers can also receive 50% LazCoins cashback rewards with a minimum purchase of RM30.
Furthermore, collect your Free Delivery Voucher with no minimum spending between 5th May and 7th May from the Free Shipping page or app icon to enjoy complimentary shipping when redeemed on the same day. You may also grab the Sahur Free Shipping Voucher between 5AM and 7AM from now until 4th May and use it on the same day with minimum spending of just RM5.

LazMall will introduce Crazy Mega Offers for this holiday season, so don’t forget to add-to-cart now and check out at 12AM on 5th May. Shoppers can also redeem RM8 vouchers with no minimum spending and Free Shipping Vouchers between 12PM and 2PM from 5th May to 7th May.
If you’re interested to learn more about Lazada 5.5 Tawaran Meriah Raya Sale, feel free to click right here.
Pokdepinion: Time to collect all those free shipping vouchers and buy all the things!
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Snapdragon 778G is like a Snapdragon 780G Lite on the 6nm node

Qualcomm is known to leverage on both TSMC and Samsung foundries and multiple process nodes to be able to target various segments across its lineup of mid-range chipsets. The upcoming Snapdragon 778G appears to be pretty similar to the Snapdragon 780G, but with a few minor differences and less cutting-edge manufacturing process.
It’s not exactly upcoming as Qualcomm apparently made it official with a proper landing page, before quickly removing it. As you would expect, anything that appears on the Internet will stay on the Internet, so here’s what’s coming with the Snapdragon 778G.
Snapdragon 778G: same Kryo 670 CPU, Lite GPU and ISP
The Snapdragon 778G will come with the same Kryo 670 cores as the Snapdragon 780G, and at the same 2.4GHz clocks. The GPU appears to be toned down a bit, with it featuring the Adreno 642L naming. The “L” suffix should denote that this is a “Lite” model, but Qualcomm is still slapping on their Elite Gaming branding here, so it should still be powerful enough.

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The camera chops will also be pared back a little here,  with the Spectra 570L ISP supporting up to 36MP+22MP dual cameras, versus the 64MP+20MP that the Spectra 570 ISP in the Snapdragon 780G can support.

The maximum supported single camera resolution is the same, at 192MP, but if you want to get the full multi-frame noise reduction, zero-shutter-lag experience, the Snapdragon 778G can only deliver that at up to 64MP, while the Snapdragon 780G can do that with 84MP sensors. Not like there’s an 84MP sensor in the market right now, but these are the small differences between the Spectra 570L and Spectra 570 ISPs.
The Snapdragon X53 5G modem is a part of both chipsets, but the Snapdragon 780G gets what should be a slightly more advanced FastConnect 6900, versus the Snapdragon 778G has the FastConnect 6700. Both support up to WiFi 6E, so I am not exactly sure what’s the difference here.
Overall, the experience provided by both the Snapdragon 778G and Snapdragon 780G should be pretty similar. Devices with the Snapdragon 778G should appear soon enough, although we might have to wait until Qualcomm decides to formally re-announce the Snapdragon 778G before we will know more about it.
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Pokdepinion: Maybe this is Qualcomm’s answer for the MediaTek Dimensity 900, since both are on the 6nm node?
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Samsung SDI is ready for solid-state batteries soon; better safety sans liquid electrolytes

Let’s face it. The lithium ion batteries in your smartphones are pretty dangerous. Replacing the liquid electrolytes inside those batteries for solid electrolytes will offer much better safety profiles. Samsung SDI claims that they have matured the technology enough to produce solid-state batteries in one to two years’ time.
Samsung will be very interested to improve their batteries after the Note 7 fiasco which cost them billions, so the development of these solid-state batteries might even be accelerated to bring this technology to the market sooner. Samsung isn’t the only one in the game though, with LG Chem purportedly also having a similar level of battery technology, which means that they might start producing their solid-state batteries around the same time.

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Solid-state batteries have applications beyond smartphones and consumer devices, with it also set to make its way into electric vehicles. However plans for the expansion into automobiles is set for a little later, as more stringent safety checks must be done beforehand. It might take until 2025 before we see solid-state batteries in electric cars.
It still remains to be seen if solid-state batteries can keep up with the progress made in fast charging, battery capacity and charge density, but until then, here’s to safer batteries!
Source: The Korea Herald
Pokdepinion: The current batteries with liquid electrolytes are indeed quite dangerous and any technology that improves the safety is very welcome.
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The Largest HUAWEI Health Lab Has Opened In China With 80 Types Of Testing Requests

The folks at HUAWEI has announced of their largest HUAWEI Health Lab to date where it is located in Songshan Lake, Dongguan, China.
Biggest HUAWEI Health Lab launched

The lab will support more than 80 types of testing requests for R&D personnel in fields such as professional research, ecosystem co-development, and health and fitness scenario incubation, hence supporting the research, incubation, and testing of HUAWEI’s smart wearable products.

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It also offers a professional optical motion capture system, where it includes 28 high-speed infrared cameras supporting a peak sampling rate of 10,000Hz, allowing to record a wide range of subjects which includes bullets with milimetre-level accuracy. They hope with it, they can develop new and innovative features for their smart wearable products.

There’s the exercise physiology research area where it comes equipped with cardiopulmonary function and metabolism meters, heart rate belts, and high-performance treadmills that researchers can use to monitor as V92 max, calorie consumption, and workout heart rate. To date, the lab has already captured about 192,500km of running data this year.
It will also act as an incubator for scenario-oriented experiences and service packages that consumers can directly enjoy, including micro-physical examination, home fitness, and digital sports.
Not to forget, users can use HUAWEI wearable products to measure physical indicators such as blood pressure and sp02 monitoring. In the indoor fitness area, users can start tracking their exercise by connecting a HUAWEI smartwatch, a HUAWEI Vision, and other third party equipment.
With such investment in digital health and fitness technologies, the company has said that there’s more than 5 million users that have joined the HUAWEI Research Program, and over 320 million users have benefitted from their health and fitness services.
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Pokdepinion: By the looks of it, it’s pretty massive. I guess it would be a dream to go in there.. if I was a fitness junkie that is.
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Sony Releases New SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000 Wireless Speakers with 360 Reality Audio

Sony has just announced two new premium wireless speakers with the SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000. the new wireless speakers come equipped with Sony’s unique spatial sound technologies and packed with smart features.
Sony SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000 wireless speakers: immersing you with their sound
Utilising Sony’s unique spatial sound technologies, the SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000 wireless speakers spread background music both horizontally (wall-to-wall) and vertically (floor-to-ceiling) with Immersive Audio Enhancement and Sony’s 360 Reality Audio content playback. The speakers also provide Immersive Audio Enhancement based on Sony’s unique algorithm, which turns 2-channel stereo tracks into ambient room-filling sound.
The 360 Reality Audio technology employed by the SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000 wireless speakers to analyse the location data within and optimally allocate the sound to the speaker’s structure effectively, thus delivering true ambient room-filling sound.

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The SRS-RA5000 is the higher-end version of the two wireless speakers. It is Hi-Res Audio certified and features a trio of up-firing speakers, three middle sited speakers as well as a subwoofer. The speaker unit incorporates high-magnetism neodymium magnets and mica reinforced cellular diaphragm that gives strength to the speaker whilst keeping its compact size.
The SRS-RA3000 on the other hand, features a full-range speaker, an omni-diffuser that spreads sound throughout the room in every direction, a dual passive radiator, two overlapping beam tweeters. The speaker also features humidity resistance which means you can listen to your favourite tunes in places such as the bathroom or the kitchen.

Both the SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000 wireless speakers feature Bluetooth connectivity but only the SRS-RA5000 can be connected via NFC. You can also directly stream music in high quality over your home Wi-Fi network with the speakers. They are also compatible with Spotify Connect and Chromecast built-in and features support for Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa enabled devices.
Sony’s new SRS-RA5000 and SRS-RA3000 wireless speakers will be available in Malaysia from February 2021. The retails prices for the two speakers will be announced at a later date so stay tuned for that.
Pokdepinion: I would love one of these bad boys in my room. Hope the prices aren’t too extravagant.
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Acer Swift 5 Review – Driving the Productivity

Unboxing the Acer Swift 5
Acer Swift 5 Review – Box

Let’s kick off our Acer Swift 5 review with the unboxing. There’s nothing much out of the usual with the box itself. Inside the box, you will find the following items:
Acer Swift 5 Review – Box content

65W power adapter
Power cable
User guide and warranty
The Acer Swift 5 laptop itself

Appearance
Acer Swift 5 Review – Lid
The Acer Swift 5 follows the same design philosophy that the Swift series is known for which is a more simple, elegant design that is suited for this type of laptop. The lid has a rather solid, metallic build with the Acer logo in the center. For our Acer Swift 5 review unit, we have the Mist Green colour option, but you can also choose Moonstone White and Charcoal Blue if either of those suits you more.
Acer Swift 5 Review – Open up the lid
Open up the lid and you’ll see the 14-inch Full HD IPS display with relatively slim bezels. The top and bottom bezels are thicker, albeit still very thin, with the top housing the built-in webcam and the bottom having the Acer logo. You also get a backlit chiclet keyboard, trackpad, fingerprint scanner, and product stickers.

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Acer Swift 5 Review – Ports
On the left side, you have the proprietary charging port, HDMI port, USB-A port, and USB-C port (Thunderbolt 4). As for the right side, you have a 3.5mm combo audio jack, another USB-A port, LED indicators, and a Kensington Lock. It’s worth noting that if open up the lid, the bottom part of the display will give the laptop a bit of a lift for improved airflow.
Acer Swift 5 Review – Bottom
Moving over to the bottom, you have five air vents, four rubberized stands, two speaker grilles, and product stickers. There are 10 exposed screws here, with one screw hidden behind a “Warranty Void” sticker.
Overall, the Acer Swift 5 still has the same modern design that can easily fit in with office and study environments. I’m hoping we’ll get to see some major design changes with newer iterations later this year as it’s starting to feel outdated.
Specifications

CPU
Intel Core i7-1165G7 @ 2.4 GHz (up to 4.7 GHz Boost), 4C/8T, 10nm SuperFin, 28W TDP

RAM
16GB LPDDR4X 4266MHz

GPU
Intel Iris Xe Graphics

Storage
512GB PCIe NVMe SSD (SK Hynix BC511)

Software
Microsoft Windows 10 Home

Connectivity
Wireless 802.11ax Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.0 Wired 1 x RJ45 LAN 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x Thunderbolt 4 1 x HDMI 2.0

Display
14″ (1920 x 1080) 60Hz IPS Acer CineCrystal LED-backlit LCD display

Audio
2 x speakers 4 x digital microphones 1 x 3.5mm combo audio jack

Power
65W power adapter 56 WHr 4-cell Li-ion battery

Dimensions
318.9 x 206.98 x 14.95 mm

Weight
1.05 kg

Performance
Acer Swift 5 Review – CrystalDiskMark
Starting off with CrystalDiskMark, the storage drive in the Acer Swift 5 performed more than adequately. It should be more than enough for most people so you can expect fast boot ups and minimal loading times, if any. In case you’re wondering, it is the 512GB SK Hynix BC511 SSD.
Acer Swift 5 Review – Cinebench R15
On Cinebench R15, the Acer Swift 5 performed pretty well. The single core score of the Intel Core i7-1165G7 is very high but the multi-core score is clearly lagging behind the competition. This isn’t a surprise given that the CPU isn’t designed for high performance.
Acer Swift 5 Review – Cinebench R20
As for Cinebench R20, the Acer Swift 5 is starting to look like one of the best in its segment. Among ultraportable laptops, it has a high score for single core and the best one for multi-core performance.
Acer Swift 5 Review – Unigine SuperPosition
On Unigine SuperPosition’s 4K Optimized benchmark, the score is relatively low but typically, a laptop of this kind would score less than 1000 points. This shows that the Intel Iris Xe Graphics is a noticeable upgrade over the older Intel UHD Graphics. However, it will still be dwarfed by something like the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650, which isn’t exactly a strong performer on its own.
Acer Swift 5 Review – 3DMark Time Spy
The same can be said with 3DMark’s Time Spy benchmark, with the Acer Swift 5 scoring low for the same reason. It’s still an admirable score given what’s powering the laptop but essentially, don’t expect too much from this laptop in terms of graphics processing.
Acer Swift 5 Review – PCMark
Moving on PCMark, it showed some rather promising scores, with Essentials breaking the 10,000 milestone. While Digital Content Creation isn’t particularly high, it’s definitely higher than your typical ultraportable laptop.
Acer Swift 5 Review – Battery life
Lastly for battery life, the Acer Swift 5 managed to last 12 hours and 52 minutes (772 minutes) in PCMark’s Modern Office endurance test before it died out. This is actually pretty good, and you should be able to get a full day or near full day’s worth of use provided it’s not anything too intensive like gaming.
Looking for a gaming laptop instead? Check out our review of the Acer Predator Triton 500 2020 by clicking right here.
User Experience
Acer Swift 5 Review
The Acer Swift 5 is an ultraportable laptop powered by the Intel Core i7-1165G7 with Intel Iris Xe Graphics. On the memory side, you get a speedy 512GB SSD storage, SK Hynix BC511, and 16GB LPDDR4X RAM with a clock speed of 4266MHz. It runs rather quietly and I didn’t get any thermal issues throughout. I have no complaints here as it has everything you need to get started and you won’t need to upgrade anything anytime soon.
Acer Swift 5 Review
As for the display, the 14-inch screen works great. You get good viewing angles and vibrant colours with it. Full HD resolution is a reasonable expectation with this, although it would be nice if it came with a 1440p resolution display. Compared to the Acer Swift 3X we reviewed recently, this is certainly brighter, and while not by much, it’s certainly within adequate levels. What I really like is the fact that this comes with touchscreen support, which is a major plus.
Acer Swift 5 Review – Ports
The Acer Swift 5 has a decent array of ports. You get a Thunderbolt 4 port, two USB-A ports, and a 3.5mm combo audio jack. Similar laptops tend to have lesser ports, such as having multiple USB-C ports and no USB-A ports, so I’m fine with this. It also supports USB-C PD charging, which is incredibly handy. What would have been nice is if they included an SD card reader. Given that it includes a Thunderbolt 4 port, you have better expandability potential with this as you can transfer files faster, connect up to two 4K displays with it, more dock / hub options, and more.

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As for the keyboard, we have a white backlit chiclet keyboard with no Numpad. It’s a decent enough experience with short travel distance and large key size so it’s easy to press. It seems to have slightly more tactility compared to the Swift 3X, which I personally like. The trackpad works fine but there’s nothing much to say about it. You’re better off using your own mouse.
Acer Swift 5 Review – Fingerprint scanner
Not to forget, this laptop does come with a fingerprint scanner. It works reliably and fast, so I would recommend sticking to this for security and convenience. I’ve only had it fail to read my fingerprint once after using it for 2 weeks, so it should work great for everyone else as well.

In the sound department, you have the DTS Audio Processing software where you can optimize your listening experience on speakers and with your headset. It has four presets that you can use; Music, Movies, Games, and Custom Audio. You can also tailor your experience further using the graphic equalizer. As for the speakers themselves, it’s a little soft even at max volume.
While the sound is still rather hollow, there is a little bit of bass being pumped compared to the Swift 3X. It’s not the difference between heaven and earth so I wouldn’t pay any mind to it. It’s best to use your favourite pair of headphones or external speakers for a more immersive audio experience.
If you’re looking for something similar to consider your options, check out our review of the Acer Swift 3X by clicking right here.
Acer Swift 5 Verdict
Acer Swift 5 Review
The Acer Swift 5 is a solid ultraportable productivity laptop that can easily suit anyone’s lifestyle. It has good build quality, the CPU performs well, Thunderbolt 4 is great to have, it supports USB-C PD charging, you get touchscreen support, the RAM and storage configuration is perfect to start off with, it’s easy to bring around, and the fingerprint scanner is both fast and reliable.
However, the speakers are subpar and it has no SD card reader built in. At RM4,799, it may be a little pricey but it’s definitely worth the money for what you are getting. At the end of our Acer Swift 5 review, I award this with our coveted Gold Pokdeward.

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3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper launched in Malaysia from RM5899

AMD has finally launched the 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadripper processors, with up to 32 cores and 64 processing threads here in Malaysia. The new Ryzen Threadrippers are designed to deliver new levels of performance in the high-end desktop segment, and it really does.

The new AMD Ryzen Threadripper family will consist of three members, with the upcoming Ryzen Threadripper 3990X teased for next year. Meanwhile, the current crop of Ryzen Threadripper are as follows:
Cores / ThreadsBase / Boost ClocksCacheCPU PCIe 4.0 lanesTDPPriceAMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X24C / 48T3.8 / 4.5 GHz140MB64280WRM5899AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X32C / 64T3.7 / 4.5 GHz144MB64280WRM8399

Meanwhile for those who are looking for a tamer processor to throw into their AM4 boards can look at the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X, which is now officially offered here in Malaysia for RM3149. While I did say tamer, it’s still a 16-core part which offer ridiculous performance in a mainstream platform.

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If you have even more basic needs, there’s also the AMD Athlon 3000G priced at RM209. The affordable processor makes a pretty huge leap over its predecessor, the Athlon 200GE series, by allowing for overclocking.
Stocks for the AMD Athlon 3000G and Ryzen 9 3950X have already arrived, although the latter is in rather limited quantities. Meanwhile the 3rd Gen Ryzen Threadrippers are expected to make landfall in Malaysia in early December.
Pokdepinion: Well, the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X is finally official.
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Intel Xeon E-2300 server processors based on Rocket Lake announced

Intel has announced the latest Intel Xeon E-2300 Processors for Servers, delivering the performance gains of Rocket Lake to servers. The previous Xeon E-2200 series was based on Coffee Lake, so this will definitely bring a nice upgrade across the board for servers.

For starters, Rocket Lake brings Cypress Cove cores, which Intel claims delivers up to 17% higher performance as compared to the previous generation. Officially supported memory speeds have also gone up, from DDR4-2666 to DDR4-3200. As you would expect, there’s unbuffered ECC memory support here. And of course, there’s the 20 PCIe 4.0 lanes that debuted with Rocket Lake, something that might really benefit server users who need faster networking or storage.

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Another major difference is the inclusion of integrated Gen12 Graphics, which lets you connect a display directly to your server. The Intel Xeon E-2300 processors are designed to work with the Intel C250 PCH, which supports the x8 DMI 3.0 interface. The chipset itself hosts up to 24 PCIe 3.0 lanes, and comes with support for up to 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2×2, up to 10 USB 3.0 ports and up to 8 SATA ports.
As these are server parts, you do get Intel Server Platform 6 and Intel Management Engine v15 support. There’s also Intel Software Guard Extensions (SGX), a feature which was not present on the consumer-oriented 11th Gen Intel Core processors.
You can check out the list of Intel Xeon E-2300 series processors announced today:
Intel Xeon E-2300 Processors Specs and Pricing

Base / Boost Clock (GHz)
Cores / Threads
Integrated Graphics
TDP
RCP

Intel Xeon E-2388G
3.2 / 5.1
8C/16T
Yes
95W
$539 (~RM2236)

Intel Xeon E-2378G
2.8 / 5.1
8C/16T
Yes
80W
$494 (~RM2049)

Intel Xeon E-2368
2.6 / 4.8
8C/16T
No
65W
$362 (~RM1502)

Intel Xeon E-2386G
3.5 / 5.1
6C/12T
Yes
95W
$450 (~RM1867)

Intel Xeon E-2356G
3.2 / 5.0
6C/12T
Yes
80W
$311 (~RM1290)

Intel Xeon E-2336
2.9 / 4.8
6C/12T
No
65W
$284 (~RM1178)

Intel Xeon E-2374G
3.7 / 5.0
4C/8T
Yes
80W
$334 (~RM1385)

Intel Xeon E-2334
3.4 / 4.8
4C/8T
No
65W
$250 (~RM1037)

Intel Xeon E-2324G
3.1 / 4.6
4C/4T
Yes
65W
$209 (~RM867)

Intel Xeon E-2314
2.8 / 4.5
4C/4T
No
65W
$182 (~RM755)

Entry-level server solutions powered by the Intel Xeon E processors will be available from Intel’s partners including ASUS, Dell, Inspur, Fujitsu and GIGABYTE.
Pokdepinion: Probably not the best time to upgrade your servers, with Alder Lake just around the corner.
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PlayStation 5 Will Support Current and Future PSVR Models

Recently, we got to learn a fair amount about the upcoming PlayStation 5. If you thought that Sony Interactive Entertainment has given up on virtual reality, then you’re gonna be in for a big surprise. In an interview with Wired, PlayStation’s own Mark Cerny had a bit to say on the PSVR department:
I won’t go into the details of our VR strategy today beyond saying that VR is very important to us and that the current PSVR headset is compatible with the new console.
In essence, those of you who have purchase the PSVR won’t have to feel like you’ve wasted money. You can continue to use that if or when you decide to adopt their next-gen console. Not only that, it seems like they still have big plans for virtual reality-based games.

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The PSVR was a surprising hit with gamers despite being less powerful than the likes of the HTC Vive or Oculus Rift. The affordability as well as a line of games made exclusively for the system made it a viable option for many gamers, especially since VR peripherals are pricey. With the buffed up hardware, it opens up even more possibilities in the virtual reality landscape.
Furthermore, the new 3D audio capabilities thanks to the AMD chip will make gaming in general more immersive, which will be particularly great for PSVR games. If you wanna know more about what’s new in the PlayStation 5, click right here.
There is no set release date / window for the next-gen console just yet. However, we do know that it will not be coming in 2019.
Source: Wired
Pokdepinion: Now I’m wondering if I should just pick up a PSVR or wait for a newer model to come out. If there’s a newer model, I sure hope it’s affordable and easy to setup.
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AMD Announces Ryzen PRO 7040 Processors For Business Markets

AMD has just announced new Ryzen PRO 7040 Series Mobile processors for premium Windows 11 laptops and workstations – also introduced is the Ryzen PRO 7000 Series processors for desktop, catering to professional users.
The Zen 4 and RDNA3-powered Ryzen PRO 7040 chips differs in certain business-focused features such as AMD PRO technologies intended for security and manageability, and certain models will feature the XDNA-based Ryzen AI similar to the Ryzen 7040U/7040HS chips, capable of AI features such as webcam framing, background blur and more.

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AMD touts the Ryzen 7 PRO 7840U offers an average of +17% in performance over Intel, and a similar +18% to Apple M2 Pro SoC. The same comparison also sees Ryzen beating Apple in battery life in video conferencing, with 15% more runtime. The product lineup mirrors that of consumer models, ranging from Ryzen 5 PRO 7540U all the way up to Ryzen 9 PRO 7940HS.

Meanwhile, Ryzen PRO 7000 desktop lineup will see three models available – the 12-core Ryzen 9 PRO 7945, 8-core Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 and 6-core Ryzen 5 PRO 7645. These are largely based on AMD’s consumer desktop chips (particularly the non-X lineup), with 65W TDP and frequency of up to 5.4GHz for the Ryzen 9 model.
OEM models featuring the Ryzen PRO lineup should arrive starting this month.
Pokdepinion: Not going to lie, matching Apple M2 Pro in performance and battery life is impressive.
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ROG Phone II To Face Temporary Shortage Due To China Outbreak

 The folks at ASUS India has handed out email where it notifies their fans of a “disruption in supply chain cause by the prevailing situation in Asia” which will see the shortage in ROG Phone II temporally.

It’s unclear on whether the supply shortage will affect only India or it’s on a global scale.
Previously we’ve reported that the coronavirus outbreak in China has impacted Apple’s production for their upcoming iPhone and AirPods. Check the link here to learn more on that.

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Interested in the ROG Phone II? You can definitely check out our full hands-on review of the flagship gaming smartphone here.
Pokdepinion: Hopefully it’s not on a global scale.. I mean, it’s a pretty darn good phone.
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Closed Beta For New Ragnarok Battle Academy Is Coming Soon

Ragnarok Battle Academy closed beta incoming!

The newest addition to the Ragnarok franchise, Ragnarok Battle Academy (ROBA) is have its first Closed Beta Test very soon. First revealed last year, Ragnarok Battle Academy is basically what would happen if you take a classic Ragnarok game and made it into a Battle Royale game. The game is a combination of the Battle Royale and RPG genres, taking the best of both worlds and combining it with elements from the game that were part of everyone’s childhood.

Early looks at the game were received positively by gamers and the RO community. As of right now, Electronics Extreme Limited and Gravity, the developers of ROBA have not yet stated the exact date of the Closed Beta Test though, only that it is coming very soon.

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For a more inside look at the game, you can check out the Developers’ Blog over at the official Ragnarok Battle Academy website here.

Pokdepinion: This looks pretty cool actually. Not a massive fan of the Ragnarok franchise but I played it enough to warrant some sort of connection to the game series so definitely gonna be checking ROBA out.
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nubia Red Magic 3 Revealed — Set For April 28 Unveiling

The new nubia Red Magic 3 gaming smartphone was revealed in China, where local PR agencies teased the actual device. It was seen at the Spring LPL (League of Legends Pro League) in Foshan, China.
nubia Red Magic 3
The phone’s speaker seems to be located just beneath its single rear camera and like previous Red Magic devices, the LED strip light is visible in the middle. The phone, which we can see coming in Red, is unfortunately covered by a case, thus hiding the design just underneath it.
Previously, the company’s general manager has revealed that the phone offers a combined liquid and air cooling system to handle heat when it comes to playing games on the device. It is said that the phone’s display will have a “higher refresh rate than most gaming PCs”.

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Other than that, specifications of the nubia Red Magic 3 includes a Snapdragon 855 chipset and it packs 12GB RAM. Reportedly, it will pack a big 5000mAh battery under the hood and a new 4D customizable shock motor for personalized vibrations.
Pricing and availability here in Malaysia is yet to be confirmed but we will update the news if anything new arises. Until then, stay tuned.
Pokdepinion: It looks like they changed the design slightly with the nubia Red Magic 3, coming with speaker under the camera. It’s sad that they’ve fitted the display unit with a case, would’ve like to have a more detailed look on the device. I’m really intrigued at how the liquid/air cooling works.
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MSI To Host CS:GO Battle Royale Tournament Plus Lucky Draw Activities

It seems that MSI will be hosting a CS:GO Battle Royale tournament this coming December on the 8th and 9th respectively.
MSI CS:GO Battle Royale Tournament

If you are interested in joining the tournament, you may do so here. Qualifiers will start on the 2nd of December where gamers will compete for a pot of that RM10,000 prize pool money.

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The event, which will be held at Plaza Lowyat, will also see them offering a one-week promotion from the 3rd to 8th of December. You might want to head on down there as MSI has prepared a lot of activities and lucky draw on the week for their fans.
In addition to that, there will be two lucky draw sessions waiting for you there. At the event, for those who buy MSI laptop in Lowyat can join the lucky draw where the grand prize is MSI’s PS42 laptop.
On the other hand, there’s the Dragon Hunting activity where you’d need to come to Plaza Lowyat to find MSI’s mascot, Lucky, and then be qualified to join the lucky draw, where the prize consists of MSI gaming headset, mouse, and backpack.
Don’t forget to check out MSI’s latest promo, where they are now offering their selected gaming laptops for cheaper prices.
Pokdepinion: If you are getting an MSI gaming laptop, you might want to come to the event. Who knows, you might just win that lucky draw prize on top of your laptop!
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HUAWEI Teases New Nova – A New INnovaTION?

With their success on the nova 2i, HUAWEI has released teasers which seems like they will be coming out with a new nova smartphone, aiming for a similar success.
HUAWEI New nova Teaser; INnovaTION?
While details is scarce and limited, we do know that the latest nova addition will be featuring a HD dual camera for better image quality. Similar to the nova 2i, the new device will offer FullView Display.

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The new nova is set to come with Selfie Toning Flash, which can automatically detect the lighting on the subject’s face and adjust accordingly the level of brightness for a better looking selfie. It will be released with EMUI 8.0 user interface for a more intelligent and smoother user experience.
Previously, the nova 2i featured four cameras, two at the front and two on the back. The dual-rear cameras features 16MP+2MP lenses that comes with RGB sensors, giving a better bokeh effect. On the front, it sports a dual 13MP+2MP lens that comes with F2.0 wide aperture for your selfie shots. It is fitted in with a capable Kirin 659 with 4GB of RAM, paired with 64GB of internal storage. With a 18:9 ratio display up front, it has a 2160 x 1080 resolution for a wider view. It packs a 3340mAh battery under the hood.
Until HUAWEI gives more info on the new device, we can only speculate so far. Don’t worry, we will be updating once we’ve got the dibs. So you can count on that. Until then, stay tuned for more updates!
Pokdepinion: It will be interesting to see if the new nova will exceed the specifications made from the nova 2i or will it be slightly lower than it but have a lower price at the same time. What do you think? Have a say at our comment section down below!

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Apple mobile processors will be on the 5nm process node by 2020

TSMC’s readiness to deliver 5nm chips may offer Apple the advantage to move to 5nm processors by 2020. TSMC’s 5nm design infrastructure is already available for download, which will enable customers like Apple to begin designing their chips for the new process node.
Moving to a smaller process node should give Apple even better power efficiency, allowing them to target even higher performance levels with the same power consumption. Right now, the Apple A12 Bionic in the latest iPhones and A12X Bionic in the new iPad Pros are based on the 7nm FinFET process, as are the latest flagship chipsets from HUAWEI and Qualcomm.

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According to TSMC, the shift to the 5nm node gave them a 1.8x logic density and 15% speed gain as compared to their own 7nm process. The Taiwanese chipmaker is right on track as they have previously slated mass production of their 5nm chips by 2020, with 3nm set for 2022. As of now, TSMC also claims that they are making excellent progress in yield learning, which will allow the process to mature more quickly.
TSMC is currently manufacturing the Snapdragon 855, Kirin 980, A12 Bionic, A12X Bionic and the whole of AMD’s 7nm lineup on their 7nm process. With 5nm on the table now, we may see a pretty fast transition for most of the industry.
Pokdepinion: The Snapdragon 855 is already ridiculously efficient. Can’t imagine how well the Snapdragon 865 (?) on 5nm will perform!
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Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Reportedly Comes with 3.7 GHz Frequency and New Architecture

The Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, the successor to the popular Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 platform, is set to bring a new CPU architecture and significant clock speed boost, according to recent leaks. Learn more about the upcoming Qualcomm chipset and its expected features.
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3: New CPU Architecture and Unprecedented Clock Speed
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Qualcomm is gearing up to release the next generation of its Snapdragon 8 series, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. The latest iteration of the flagship platform is expected to come with new CPU architecture, and significantly higher clock speeds. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 brought a massive performance leap and better efficiency, but the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 has even higher ambitions.
The upcoming chipset is said to have one prime Cortex-X4 CPU core at an unprecedented 3.7 GHz, five powerful cores for performance, and two small cores for efficiency. The GPU will be called Adreno 750, and the model number is SM8650.
According to noted tipster Digital Chat Station, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 is expected to be manufactured by TSMC and move from the N4 to the N4P node, which is still a 4nm process technology but with a slight uptick in efficiency.

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Pokdepinion: While it feels like a missed opportunity to to go 3nm for the Gen 3, that’s really just a small issue. I do hope having a more cost-effective manufacturing process would translate to some savings for consumers, though I doubt that would be the case.

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OPPO released the OPPO F1s Ayda Jebat special edition — she’s being “Nakal Nakal Nakal” today

In conjunction with celebrating Ayda Jebat’s “Pencuri Hati” Dangdut version. OPPO Malaysia has released OPPO F1s Ayda Jebat Special edition.

The Ayda Jebat special edition of OPPO F1s comes with an exclusive Ayda Jebat phone case, exclusive OPPOxAyda pendrive and a limited edition Ayda Jebat T-shirt. In the December, OPPO Malaysia and Ayda Jebat are definitely going to steal the fan’s heart with the Ayda Jebat laser-printed signature edition of “Selfie Expert” F1s.

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The OPPO F1s features a 16MP front camera and built-in Beauty 4.0 to enhance users’ selfie experience. Besides, F1s also features a brand-new technology; the Hi-light Camera to allows user take clear, bring and vibrant selfies n any light condition.
Brand Manager of OPPO Electronics, Chen Lu:

“It’s great to work with Ayda Jebat again for the special edition of “Selfie Expert” OPPO F1s. This year, she has released her second single, “Pencuri Hati” and it deemed a huge success”

Also in the event Ayda Jebat has performs live her new song, “Nakal Nakal Nakal” and “Pencuri Hati” dangdut edition. Which been used for “Awak Sangat Nakal” drama OST.

The OPPO F1s Ayda Jebat will be available on 1st December 2016 at OPPO store and e-commerce retail partner at Shopee. Availability of the special edition of OPPO F1s is limited for 1000 units and priced at RM 1398.
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New Database Sold Online Allegedly Contains Personal Data of 200,000 Malaysians

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After the whole issue with E-Pay Malaysia, looks like we have another thing to worry about with regards to our personal data. A recent report has shown that a database containing the personal data of Malaysians is being sold online.
New Database Sold Online Allegedly Contains Personal Data of Malaysians
According to a report by Lowyat.net, there is a database containing about 200,000 entries of personal data of Malaysians being sold online. Interestingly enough, it is being sold on the same digital marketplace that listed the supposed E-Pay Malaysia database which we reported earlier.
The seller claims that that database contains some very personal data, including name, address, phne numbers, and IC number. As for where it came from, they claimed that it’s from a database that belonged to Ifmal, a local e-commerce platform.

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Ifmal has since denied the claim via a post on their official Facebook page. According to the statement, they don’t even have that many people in their database, and they’ve never requested for a customer’s IC number before, which would completely invalidate the claim. The information that is requested by the e-commerce platform is different from what is listed in the database.
There is a good chance that the database being sold is a scam, or at least contains some valid data in a sea of garbage. With that being said, it’s hard to tell unless someone gets a good look into it. For now, we will report more on this as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: More and more of these things are starting to pop up, I’m getting slightly worried. Sure, I might be tracked by giants like Facebook but at least no one has my IC number…or at least, I hope not.
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Students Can Get Up To RM200 Rebate When Purchasing An AMD Powered Laptop

Are you a student who’s looking for a laptop to work with? Well great news as AMD is giving out cash rebates of up to RM200 when you purchase an AMD powered laptop from now until the 1st of September 2019.
The offers consists of products from ASUS, Acer, Lenovo, HP, and Dell. In order to enjoy the rebate, you’d need to fill in the form regarding your purchase as well as your proof of purchase. You can head down to the link here in order to fill that up.
From ASUS’ end, there’s a wide variety of series that’s available, ranging from their VivoBook up until their ROG Zephyrus lineup.

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For more details, you can check out AMD’s website here.
Pokdepinion: Remember guys, for students only :P
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NVIDIA to celebrate its Pascal GPU launch in Malaysia with exclusive event

In Comex 2016 at Suntec Singapore, NVIDIA launched its Pascal GPU gaming notebooks event. Introduces all the latest technologies in the Pascal GPU also a chance to have fun with all the latest VR titles. The fun is not end yet as NVIDIA is preparing another launch event this time at Metal Bees Production House on this September 24th, 2016.

Venue: Metal Bees Production House
Address: No. 33, Jalan PJU 3/48, Sunway Damansara Technology Park, 47810, Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia.
Date: 24th September 2016
Time: 5.00 PM to 9.00 PM.

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Register for your seat now to experience the latest NVIDIA exclusive technology, VR games titles and chance to winning some prizes from NVIDIA!
Source: Tech-Critter

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Snapdragon 895 to debut in a Lenovo smartphone?

Lenovo has been making huge strides in the gaming smartphone market, and it seems like they will be the first to arrive with the next-gen Snapdragon 895 (Snapdragon 898? Snapdragon 999?) flagship chipset. Lenovo has revealed that they plan to debut the next-gen smartphone based on the Qualcomm SM8450 chipset by the end of this year.
There are very few details about the upcoming Snapdragon 895 or whatever it will end up being called, but you can probably expect it to offer the latest Kryo 780 cores that are based on the new Armv9 architecture. Meanwhile the GPU is rumored to be dubbed the Adreno 730, which does seem a bit low in terms of the numbering.
That might indicate that GPU performance won’t be significantly improved from the Snapdragon 888, which might be a problem when Samsung’s RDNA 2-based mobile chipsets arrive. Qualcomm is expected to use a 4nm process node for the Snapdragon 895, which should alleviate some of the thermal and power concerns faced by the Snapdragon 888.

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In any case, Qualcomm usually announce their latest flagship chipset by the end of the year, with most vendors releasing their offerings early in the following year. The Snapdragon 888 debuted on the Xiaomi Mi 11, so we might see Qualcomm offer the honors to another Chinese smartphone vendor.

Qualcomm has shown a greater interest in in the mobile gaming scene, so Lenovo might be their choice because of that. But then again, there’s ASUS, and they have partnered up with Qualcomm over the last four years to release the overclocked version of the contemporary flagship chipset. Except in 2021, where ASUS used the standard Snapdragon 888 in the ROG Phone 5 series.
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Pokdepinion: I sure hope that it will be more efficient… The only thing stopping me from using the Mi 11 over my POCO F2 Pro is the heat and also battery life.
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Small yet potent — the new Razer Blade 15 is the smallest 15.6″ gaming laptop yet!

Razer’s latest gaming laptop, the new Razer Blade 15, is the smallest 15.6″ gaming laptop, while also being one of the more powerful laptops out there. This was achieved by minimizing the bezels and using a different cooling approach to tame the thermal output of the hardware inside its 16.8mm thin body.

The screen features minimal best-in-class 4.9mm bezels. This claim is shared with the MSI GS65 Stealth Thin, which is an excellent design on its own. However by some amazing feat of engineering, Razer manages to cram the 15.6″ screen into a smaller footprint than MSI managed. The display’s only claim to fame isn’t its small bezels too, you can opt for a 144 Hz refresh rate and 100% sRGB coverage if you pick the 1080p variant. If you opt for the higher resolution 4K display, you get 100% Adobe RGB coverage, touchscreen functionality, but only get a standard 60 Hz refresh rate. All the displays in the new Razer Blade 15 will be custom calibrated from the factory for accurate colors.

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More impressive engineering is seen in the new Razer Blade 15’s cooling system. The vapor chamber technology implemented here is by no means new, but Razer is probably one of the first to try and cool an i7 8750H and GeForce GTX 1070 in such a sleek form factor. Opting for a vapor chamber allowed Razer to cool more than just the CPU and GPU to ensure optimal performance across the board. Heat is expelled from the system by two high-performance low-noise fans across dual heat exchanges with 0.1mm thin fins.

All of that is slapped into a precision milled aluminium chassis with a scratch resistant anodized black finish. Not sure how it will stand up to long term usage though. Along the sides you will find a Thunderbolt 3 port among other things, allowing you to upgrade the graphics performance with the new Razer Core X which was also introduced recently.
New Razer Blade 15 Specifications

CPU
Intel Core i7-8750H (6C/12T @ up to 4.1 GHz)

RAM
16GB dual-channel DDR4-2667 (max. 32GB)

GPU
GeForce GTX 1060 Max-Q 6GB / GeForce GTX 1070 Max-Q 8GB

Storage
Up to 512GB PCIe SSD (support for 2TB)

Display
15.6″ 1080p 60 Hz, 100% sRGB, matte IPS display / 15.6″ 1080p 144 Hz, 100% sRGB, matte IPS display / 15.6″ 2160p 60 Hz, 100% Adobe RGB, IPS touch display
Individually color calibrated

Audio
Front-firing stereo speakers
3.5mm headphone/microphone combo port

Connectivity
I/O:
3 x USB 3.1 (5 Gbps) Type-A
1 x Thunderbolt (Type-C USB 3.1)
1 x HDMI 2.0
1 x mDP 1.4
Network:
Intel Wireless-AC 9260 (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) WiFi
Bluetooth 5.0

Power
80 Whr battery, 200/230W power adapter

Dimensions
355 x 235 x 16.8mm (GTX 1060 variant) / 355 x 235 x 17.3mm (GTX 1070 variant)

Weight
2.07kg (GTX 1060 variant) / 2.10kg (GTX 1070 variant) / 2.15kg (4K touchscreen variant)

Pricing starts from $1899.99 (~RM7556.87) for the variant with the GTX 1060 and 60 Hz display, all the way up to $2899.99 (~RM11530.19) for the variant with the 4K touchscreen. All variants of the new Razer Blade 15 comes with built-in Razer Chroma keyboards.
Pokdepinion: It is indeed smaller than the MSI GS65 Stealth Thin, but it’s heavier… Definitely need to do a shootout between these two if we can get our hands on them!
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Stand A Chance To Win A New Synology NAS DS220+ When You Join Synology Malaysia’s Event

Synology has just announced that they are giving away a free Synology NAS DS220+ when you join their event. The steps to participate is pretty simple. All you have to do is answer and complete a survey here. There will be 6 winners chosen at the end of the giveaway.

What is Synology NAS?

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A Network Attached Storage (NAS) device is a smart storage device that connects to your home or workplace network. All of your family and coworkers’ assets, from essential documents to priceless images, music, and video collections, can be stored on the NAS. You can view files and use numerous services supplied by the NAS via the Internet by using a web browser or mobile apps.
Synology NAS features a free application for customers to back up their photographs, music, and movies across mobile devices, PCs, and laptops, which is powered by the company’s operating system DiskStation Manager (DSM). Aside from backups, Synology NAS may also serve as a safe storage solution, with RAID kinds protecting your data and full data ownership.
Synology NAS DS2200 series

Synology 2-bay NAS is the most popular NAS choice for consumers who want to start their NAS journey. It comes with a variety of NAS types to satisfy users’ needs. The Synology DS220j is an entry-level NAS that may be used to create a personal cloud server for storing and sharing photographs, videos, and documents.
Small studio customers can opt for the Synology DS220+, which features a dual-core Intel Celeron J4025 CPU that provides an excellent balance of processing power and sophisticated capabilities. The 2-core processor improves photo indexing, database response times, and web PHP response efficiency, allowing users to categorise photos more readily, handle files more smoothly between computers and mobile devices, and experience lightning-fast web applications. You can check out our review of the DS220+ here.
Synology NAS can be thought of like a one-stop shop for photo management. Users no longer need to be concerned about public cloud vendors charging an additional subscription fee to migrate photos or data elsewhere, nor do they need to be concerned about photo management issues such as data loss, scattered photos, and a recurring fee that is more significant than it appears in the long run.
Accidents involving data, such as external hard drives failing or a mobile phone dying, occur from time to time. If you don’t back up your data, it’s nearly hard to recover important documents or images.

Synology NAS secures data across mobile devices, PCs, and public clouds. Your data will be automatically synchronised and backed up to Synology NAS after the initial setup of the sync and backup activities, so you and your family may back up all images and videos stored on multiple mobile devices into one centralised storage.
Pokdepinion: Oooh a free NAS for giveaway? Definitely gonna fill up that survey and hope I win!
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It looks like Lenovo has also made their rounds in the realm of eSports, now partnering with Dorna Sports for the MotoGP eSport Championship.
Lenovo Announces Partnership with Dorna Sports for MotoGP eSport Championship

If you’re a big fan of eSports, you may have noticed there are some interesting developments that have been occurring recently. Well, you can add another one into that list from this piece of news.

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The folks over at Lenovo has officially announced a multi-year global partnership with Dorna Sports. As a results of this partnership, Lenovo LEGION will be the exclusive technology sponsor for the MotoGP eSport Championship.
Lenovo will be providing LEGION gaming PCs, monitors, and accessories for the tournament. This will see the Championship players utilizing LEGION’s gaming equipment during the tournament.
The MotoGP eSport Championship will have 8 online challenges for the qualifying rounds, a live on-site semi finals, and a grand finals later in November. The semi finals will be taking place in Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli in September as well as the Movistar eSports Center in October, with the grand finals being held in Valencia in November.
If you’re interested to know more about the MotoGP eSport Championship, head on over to their official website by clicking right here.
Pokdepinion: An interesting move by a gaming brand right here. Let’s see how things will unfold at the tournament.
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Here’s The Highest Paid Youtubers Of 2019

There’s a lot of ways in this day and age that we can make tons of money, and one of the methods is by doing videos. Some are even darn good at it too. Have you ever wondered on who makes the most money out of YouTube? Well Forbes has released this year’s top money makers from the video streaming platform.
Without wasting any time, here’s the list:
Highest Paid Youtubers In 2019
Ryan Kaji – $26millionDude Perfect – $20millionAnastasia Radzinskaya – $18millionRhett and Link – $17.5millionJeffree Star – $17millionPreston – $14millionPewDiePie and Markiplier (tied) – $13millionDanTDM – $12millionVanossGaming – $11.5million
It seems that Forbes has gathered this data from 1 June 2018 up until 1 June 2019, where the estimate figures exclude taxes as well as any other fees (agents, lawyers, etc).

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Number one spot goes to Ryan Kaji, an 8-year old boy who started on the platform unboxing toys. In recent times, he started moving to science experiments and well..even more toys to play around with.
Despite his popularity (and charms), PewDiePie is tied with Markiplier at 7th spot, earning $13million.
What do you think of the list? Do you think any other Youtuber deserves to be on it? Let us know.
Pokdepinion: People would definitely laughed back in the 2000s if we say that we wanted to make videos when we grow up. Well making videos is no laughing matter now.
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PlayStation Patent Hints at PS1, PS2, and PS3 Backwards Compatibility

A new PlayStation patent has been spotted which can supposedly allow for PS1, PS2, and PS3 games to be played by backwards compatibility. Here’s what we know thus far.
PlayStation Patent To Add PS1, PS2, PS3 Backwards Compatibility?

New @cerny patent [email protected] like he’s nailed BC for older #PlayStation consoles pic.twitter.com/7n8zyzjcic
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The latest PlayStation patent was spotted by former writer for The Verge and Polygon, Shaun Mcilroy, where the patent is labeled “Backward Compatibility Through Use Of Spoof Clock And Fine Grain Frequency Control”. This allows applications to run at a frequency clock that is different from the standard one used by the console.
In simpler terms, it will let games that are designed for other system, typically weaker ones, to run on current generation consoles. Currently, you can’t do so directly on the hardware itself and the patent is the solution that Sony is going for to add backwards compatibility for the PS5, most likely involving PS1, PS2, and PS3 games.
The patent here suggests a software solution rather than a hardware one, which is something we’re aware of with the previous news of the Project Spartacus subscription service. This service is expected to integrated PS Plus and PS Now into a single, streamlined service, which gives you access to a library of classic games on top of the two services’ offerings.
With the Xbox Game Pass growing stronger, PlayStation needed an answer to fight back, and it appears that they are hard at work to come up with a viable solution. We will report more on this as soon as information becomes available so stay tuned.
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Pokdepinion: From my perspective, PlayStation needs to launch this as soon as they can, and while I don’t expect it to be anytime soon, sometime around Holiday 2022 would be an ideal time. If not, when PS5 stock issues have been resolved, either way would be a good way to kickstart the service.
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Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen): The Perfect Blend of Productivity and Entertainment

In today’s fast-paced world, working professionals are constantly on the go, seeking devices that can keep up with their demanding schedules while still providing a much-needed break for some “me” time. Enter the Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen), a powerful tablet designed to cater to the needs of those who value both productivity and entertainment. With its impressive features and sleek design, it’s no wonder that Lenovo is taking the tablet market by storm.
Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen)

The Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) is not your average tablet. Equipped with the Lenovo Precision Pen 2 and a ThinkPad-inspired keyboard, it enables you to stay productive wherever you are. Whether you’re jotting down notes during meetings or working on important documents, this tablet offers the tools you need to get the job done efficiently.

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One of the standout features of the Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) is its ability to multitask seamlessly. Thanks to Android™ 12L’s split-screen mode, you can work on two apps simultaneously, boosting your productivity and saving valuable time. Say goodbye to constantly switching between different applications and hello to a more streamlined workflow.

We live in a digital age, spending countless hours in front of screens. The Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) prioritizes your eye health by incorporating TÜV Rheinland technology to protect against harmful blue light. Now you can work, browse, or enjoy your favorite content with peace of mind, knowing that your eyes are safeguarded.
The Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) goes beyond just work-related tasks. With its voice call support and Android™ 12L operating system, this tablet seamlessly blends work and leisure. Stay connected with friends and family, browse your favorite social media platforms, or immerse yourself in entertainment with ease. Speaking of Android 12L, it’s guaranteed to get at least two major OS upgrades, so you know you can use it for a long time.

Specifications

CPU/Chipset:
MediaTek Helio G99 (8C, 2 x 2.2 GHz Cortex-A76 and 6 x 2 GHz Cortex-A55)

GPU:
ARM Mali-G57 MC2

RAM:
6GB LPDDR4X

Display:
11.5″ (1200 x 2000) IPS Display, 5:3 aspect ratio, 97.5% DCI-P3, 120Hz refresh rate
10-point multi-touch
Gorilla Glass 3
TÜV Rheinland® Full Care Display Certification
Lenovo Precision Pen 2 support

Storage:
128GB uMCP (UFS 2.2) (expandable up to 1TB via MicroSD)

Camera:
Main Camera(s)
13 MP Auto Focus (AF)
Front Camera
8 MP

OS:
Android 12L

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz), Wi-Fi Direct, Hotspot
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE
4G LTE
USB-C 2.0
1 x combo audio jack
1 x Pogo pin connector (4-point)

Audio:
4 x 1W speakers
Dolby Atmos

SIM:
Nano-SIM

Battery:
7,700 mAh
20W charging

Dimensions:
269.1 x 169.4 x 7.4 mm, 520g

Color:
Storm Grey

Ingress Protection:
IP52

Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen)

While our main focus is on the Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen), we can’t overlook the Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen). With its palm size design, this 8-inch tablet is perfect for education and entertainment on the go. Moreover, the all-day battery life makes it the perfect companion for family road trips, and there’s no worries for eye strain either since it’s also TÜV-eye care certified for reduced blue light emissions.
In case you’re worried about its longevity, it does come with 3 years of security updates guaranteed, so it’s not one that you can only use for a short time. Speaking of security, the privacy dashboard lets you manage your privacy permissions with ease. In fact, it will notify you if the camera and microphone are activated via an indicator.
Specifications

CPU/Chipset:
MediaTek Helio A22 (4 x 2 GHz Cortex-A53)

GPU:
IMG PowerVR GE-class

RAM:
3GB LPDDR4X

Display:
8″ (1280 x 800) ADS, 350 nits, anti-fingerprint, Touch
10-point multi-touch
TÜV Rheinland® Low Blue Light

Storage:
32GB eMMC 5.1 (expandable exFAT up to 1TB via MicroSD)

Camera:
Main Camera(s)
5 MP Auto Focus (AF)
Front Camera
2 MP

OS:
Android 12 (Go edition)

Connectivity:
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4GHz and 5GHz)
Bluetooth 5.0
4G LTE
USB-C 2.0
1 x combo audio jack

Audio:
2 x speakers

SIM:
Nano-SIM

Battery:
5,100 mAh

Dimensions:
197.97 x 119.82 x 8.95 mm, 320g

Color:
Arctic Grey

Promotional Offer
The Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) is available at an unbeatable price of RM1,699, bundled with a keyboard and pen which is worth RM698. This exclusive offer allows you to experience the full potential of this remarkable tablet without breaking the bank. The Lenovo Tab M8 (4th Gen) on the other hand is priced at RM579.
Visit Lenovo Exclusive Stores, authorized reseller stores, or shop online on Lenovo Lazada and Lenovo Shopee to get your hands on this remarkable device. Stay connected with Lenovo through their official social media channels on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for the latest updates and promotions.
Pokdepinion: Lenovo continues to innovate and provide consumers with top-notch devices that meet their diverse needs. The Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) stands as a testament to Lenovo’s commitment to excellence in both productivity and entertainment. Embrace the future of portable technology with Lenovo Tab P11 (2nd Gen) – where class meets first-class performance.
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Sony Awarded 18 iF Design Awards, including THREE Golds!

18 Sony products have been honoured with iF Design Awards, out of which, three of them were awarded the prestigious gold award. The three products that were awarded the gold award were the PS-HX500 turntable, Future Lab Program™ T Interactive Projector and PlayStation®VR (PS VR) virtual reality system for PlayStation®4, from Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE).
Here’s what the judges had to say for the gold awarded products:
PS-HX500 turntable and DSD recorder

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“The reduced appearance signalises precision and a high level of clarity, making it a visual reflection of the fundamental technical requirements of a DSD recorder.” Martin Topel
PS VR Virtual Reality System

“The overall balance of black and white is appealing, while the confident use of thermoplastic materials is masterful. All of this comes at a price that is very affordable for the technology. This product brings VR to the masses.” Claus Jepsen, Brian Stephens and Jens Korte
Future Lab Program™ T Interactive Projector

“The execution is well suited for an innovative product and application, while the use of colors and materials mark an honest and clearly structured design approach. The design is clear, a logical reflection of the product’s superb functionality.” Albert Chen, Niklas Galler and Matthis Hamann
The other iF Design 2017 awards for Sony products were for the following:

VPL-VZ1000 Ultra Short Throw Projector
Sony Bank WALLET Debit Card
Wena wrist Smart Watch with NFC
Xperia™ X Compact smartphone
Xperia™ XA smartphone
Xperia™ XZ smartphone
GTK-XB7 High Power Audio
TA-ZH1ES Premium Headphone Amplifier
MDR-1000X Wireless Headphones
MDR-Z1R Hi-Res Audio Headphones
Walkman® NW-WM1Z Hi-Res Music Player
DSC-RX10M3 Digital Still Camera
KOOV® Coding & Robotics Kit
BRAVIA® ZD9 Series 4K HDR Television
Future Lab Program™ N Voice Interaction System

Congratulations to Sony for achieving such an auspicious award. We at Pokde.Net would personally like to convey our applaud for such an achievement.
Pokdepinion: Sony does have cool designed products worthy of iF Design Awards! We took a spin of the MDR-1000X recently, have fiddled with the PSVR and played with several of their gears. However, the one that we were pretty much confident would obtain this award was the Future Lab Program™ T Interactive Projector. If you haven’t seen this one in action, you really MUST! Check it out here: http://www.futurelab.sony.net/T/
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Dragon Quest XI S for Nintendo Switch is Still Far From Release

The folks over at Square Enix recently published a video featuring Dragon Quest XI Producer Hokuto Okamoto and Director Takeshi Uchikawa.
In the video, both men talk about many aspects of the development and localization of the game, and explain once more why the 3DS version won’t make it to the west, as it simply didn’t make sense business-wise for Square Enix.
We also get a mention of Dragon Quest XI S for Nintendo Switch, which is “still in the midst of development” including the Japanese version, and developers “expect the development to still take quite some time.” Since the team did its best to bring to the west the PS4 and PC versions, they hope to do the same for Dragon Quest XI S for the Nintendo Switch.

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For those of you who aren’t aware, this version of the game will be exclusive for the Nintendo Switch and is expected to come with a host of improvements including full voiceovers as well as features that will take advantage of the console’s unique features.
The game is currently available for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC, and we are currently in the midst of reviewing the game. You can check out the full video at the top of this post.
Pokdepinion: I have personally been enjoying this game but I always thought that playing it on the Switch would be better so at least I can play it on a system that I often bring around with me.
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There’s a $9.99 Game on Steam That’s Free Right Now; Get it Before 8th June 2017 10AM Pacific

A game that is priced at USD $9.99  is now available completely free of charge on Steam…if you can act fast enough of course.
Gaming can be quite an expensive hobby. The money needed to invest on the hardware is one thing, the software (which is where games are counted) can be quite painful to pay for as well.
If you’re looking for a new game but find it tough to fork out some cash for it, well I have some good news for you. There’s a game on Steam that is available free of charge right now. The catch is that you have to act real quick.

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There’s a $9.99 Game on Steam That’s Free Right Now
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The free game I was talking about is called Outland, and yes, it’s completely free now. For those of you who aren’t aware, Outland is an indie action-adventure game developed by Housemarque and published by Ubisoft.
Outland is generally well-praised by the masses, with plenty of reviewers giving it at least an 8 out of 10 score rating. If you want to know more about the game, check out Steam’s description of the game just below here.
Outland is a fast-paced, dynamic platformer where the player uses powers of light and dark in an epic journey to save the world from forces of chaos.
In-between Balance and Chaos stands one man, whose efforts will either bridge the ancient divide or doom the world to destruction. Outland is an ambitious 2D-platformer with a beautiful visual style and a unique, polarity-switching gameplay system. Your adventure will shift between light and darkness as you struggle to adapt in an ever-changing world!
Just remember, the game is completely free of charge as long as you claim the game by June 8th 2017, 10AM Pacific Time, which is essentially June 9th 2017, 10AM for GMT +8 time zones such as Malaysia and Singapore. Click here to head straight to Outland’s game page on Steam.

Pokdepinion: It’s a free game and it looks pretty damn good, I’m not complaining, lol.
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Is the Redmi Note 9 Pro the best RM1099 mid-range smartphone?

The Redmi Note series is probably one of Xiaomi’s most popular product families, with over 110 million units sold worldwide. The recent Redmi Note 9 series should prove to be a pretty popular too, with am excellent spread of features at affordable price points. For those who are looking for a the best that the Redmi Note series has to offer right now, there’s the Redmi Note 9 Pro. It goes without saying that the Redmi Note series is well known for offering great bang-for-buck, but let’s see if the Redmi Note 9 Pro has what it takes to be the best option at the RM1099 price point it is currently occupying.
Beautiful, sleek design

The Redmi Note 9 Pro shares its design with the Redmi Note 9S, which is a very good move. With an aesthetic more akin to flagships rather than mid-range devices, the Redmi Note 9 Pro will easily stand out among its peers in the same price range. The curved glass not only lends itself nicely to a beautiful design, but it is also quite functional as it helps you grip the Redmi Note 9 Pro better.

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On its front lies a full 6.67″ DotDisplay, which does away with the notches commonly seen with mid-range devices for a punch hole design. This allows the Redmi Note 9 Pro to offer a large, cinematic viewing experience, without unsightly notches or large pill-shaped punch holes getting in the way. And on top of that, the display is TUV Rheinland-certified, ensuring that you can use the Redmi Note 9 Pro for extended periods without worrying about harmful blue light damaging your eyes.

Covering the display is Corning Gorilla Glass 5, which gives it better durability and resistance against scratches. The rear is also covered in a similar material, so that the beautiful design of the Redmi Note 9 Pro will stay pretty for much longer than its plastic-clad peers. Speaking of being pretty, the Redmi Note 9 Pro comes in three colors: Glacier White, Interstellar Grey and the unique Tropical Green, which sports an exclusive 2-tone color scheme.
Power to game all day
The Redmi Note 9 Pro packs the Snapdragon 720G, which is actually more powerful than the Snapdragon 730G found in the premium mid-range devices of 2019. This chipset is not only powerful enough to deliver great gaming experiences, but it is also a very efficient chipset.

Coupled with the 5020 mAh battery, the Redmi Note 9 Pro offers up to 2 days of usage before you have to plug it in to recharge. Recharging is going to a pretty quick affair as well, as the Redmi Note 9 Pro supports 30W fast charging, letting you go from 0% to 50% in a mere 30 minutes. The Redmi Note 9 Pro’s 30W charging is faster than certain flagships out there! A 33W fast charger comes in the box along with the device, so you don’t have to spend extra money to enjoy the fast charging speeds.
The best cameras in this price segment?
A very important aspect of a mid-range smartphone is its camera. While flagships offer pretty similar camera performance between one another, the mid-range segment offers quite a lot of variance. In our testing, the Redmi Note 9 Pro is currently the best 64MP smartphone in this price segment, and that’s saying a lot when there are quite a number of mid-range smartphones with 64MP cameras.

The 64MP main camera of the Redmi Note 9 Pro touts a large 64MP 1/1.72″ Samsung GW1 sensor, letting you capture more detail with the camera. It is accompanied by an 8MP ultra-wide angle camera, a 5MP macro camera and a 2MP depth sensor. Unlike many smartphones with a macro camera out there, the Redmi Note 9 Pro’s 5MP macro camera sports autofocus, which makes taking sharp close ups a lot easier. Also, it also captures a lot more details than some flagships that offer a mere 2MP macro camera.

Overall, the Redmi Note 9 Pro serves up a very versatile camera setup, letting you capture beautiful images with different perspectives, be it an ultra-wide panoramic view, a close up or a high resolution 64MP image that you can crop in to your heart’s content. And oh, it shoots 4K video as well.
Is the Redmi Note 9 Pro the best RM1099 smartphone out there?
Competition is really stiff in this price bracket, but we can quite confidently say that the Redmi Note 9 Pro offers a very compelling package here. For RM1099, you get a performant yet efficient chipset, a large battery with support for fast charging, an excellent 64MP main camera, and a beautiful, massive display, all packed in a sleek package. I would say that Xiaomi nailed it with the Redmi Note 9 Pro. While it is slightly pricier than the Redmi Note 9S, it offers just enough extra to make it worth your while. And against the competition… Well, it definitely has the upper hand even when compared against some significantly pricier options.
You can check out the Redmi Note 9 Pro on Lazada right now:
Redmi Note 9 Pro on Lazada
This is an exclusive article for Xiaomi Malaysia.

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Recently, we learned a lot more about the PS5, particularly on the release date and retail pricing of the next gen console. Now, it looks like the PlayStation 5 is basically set to be the biggest game console in history yet.
PS5 Will Be The Biggest Game Console in History Yet

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According to the close-up pictures and measurements done by Taiwan’s National Communications Commission (NCC), the PS5 will be bigger than the original Xbox One console and also the original first generation Xbox console. Moreover, it’s bigger than Sony’s own PS3.

The PS5 measures in at about 390mm tall, 260mm deep, and 104mm wide. It’s going to be large enough that some gamers may have trouble finding a place to put the next gen console on, especially since it’s meant to stand vertically. It’s worth noting that you can use the included base to have it stand horizontally, thought it may appear a little weird. While the Xbox Series X may also face similar issues due to the standing orientation, it might not be having it as bad.

For now, the PlayStation 5 is set to launch for selected countries on 12th November 2020 while the rest of the world will get it a week later on 19th November 2020. Pre-orders are running really fast so if you’re out of luck there, be sure to check your local retailers often as they might increase the PS5 pre-order quantity from time to time.
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Pokdepinion: If the bigger size can help improve the thermals of the console, I’m perfectly fine with it. I mean, I’m not gonna be carrying it around with everywhere anyway.
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