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My new ARMAGEDDON (website) gaming monitor and headphones finally arrived. The first time I've bought gaming products from them, although I think I've bought their backpack before. They have been around for quite some time.
I bought a new gaming monitor because my old Asus or Acer (couldn't remember) had burn marks on the screen. My old monitor was 24 inches I upgraded to a 27-inch. I believe I've had the old monitor for over five years. It's a good monitor.
I was on a budget. I decided on the Armageddon monitor when I saw it was on offer for $100+. Others offered below the $200 mark but I decided on Armageddon brand. That's why I also got the Armageddon brand headphones.
Once in a while, I like to try out other brands to see if they're any good compared to others. Prices, design, and specs matter to me too. I like the company's logo. Too bad they didn't include any stickers with their products like Razer.
When I buy Razer products and get their stickers, I paste them everywhere. I think cool company stickers help create loyalty and also promote your company brands. So, Armageddon, you know what to do. Send me some stickers!
I love the Armageddon logo. It's a waste that they didn't include any stickers. I would also love it if they want to sponsor me (haha!). They have many latest products that you can check on their main website. I'm already thinking of maybe buying a new gaming PC from them.
My current gaming PC is from Aftershock (website). Check out my unboxing video here. Don't forget to like and share. I took a quick look at the video and realized, I've had this PC for seven years. And, it's still working fine. But, the hard disk died and I had to re-use the old laptop hard disk.
I'm upgrading to a bigger SSD for the main drive and adding more RAM or getting a new one. It's always good to update to the latest tech. Mine has been seven years. Even the Aftershock company has grown bigger. They have many new offerings and promo.
The tech has gotten bigger and better. You can get bigger SSD storage sizes. My PC had the GTX 1060 3GB back then. Now, it's the i9s and RTX 4090s. I still have my HP laptop with AMD Ryzen 7. Now, they already have Ryzen 9.
HP has good laptops. I have people buying via my Amazon links. I also recommended my ex-colleague buy an upgraded version with more RAM and storage space. My recommended minimum is 16GB of RAM. I had a problem editing videos with just 8GB of RAM.
What do you guys think?
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It has been a couple of weeks and only now, able to post and talk about the latest Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 mobile phone. I expected to enjoy using the phone. At first, I was only interested in the Z Fold series. But, why not try the Z Flip5?
When folded, it's a little thick but, I love using the bigger cover screen. I can glance at the notifications and even reply to my WhatsApp messages. My favorite widgets were the calendar, weather, alarms, and WhatsApp. There are also maps, Netflix, and YouTube apps.
I can't check out my FB, Instagram, X (formerly Twitter), and other social media on the cover screen. Instead, having to unfold the phone. Although, the cover screen is a little small and squarish. But, I like using the phone in that form.
When using WhatsApp, the keyboard takes up almost half of the space. Slide up to full mode or tap the person's image. A little hassle but I don't mind. Good when you want to quickly reply without unfolding the Zflip 5. People always ask me when I'm using it while folded.
You don't have to unfold the phone to use it. Yes, it's just like a laptop. Open half-way and it'll automatically let you use the bottom half like a laptop touchpad. Double-fingers to scroll through website pages. Use the cursor to click on links etc. Just like a mini laptop!
If you like playing retro games on your mobile phone, then playing on a Z Flip5 is like playing on a Gameboy Advance SP. Check out my video demo playing retro games on the Z Flip5. I also like the ability to take selfies or videos as you don't need to bring along a stand.
You can put your Z Flip5 any way you like and the screen will rotate. Put it on your table and use it like a clock or a calendar. All of these without having to unfold the phone. By the way, tap to use the voice message. Which is much easier!
One of my colleagues at work thought the Z Flip5 was a portable music player. I opened it up to show him it was a phone. My mom is also interested in getting one. She didn't care for it when I showed her the first time. But, after a while, she got intrigued by how small it was when folded. Lol.
Putting on a case will make it more bulky. Without casing, it's slippery. It's quite light and will make you keep checking your pocket if the phone is still there. The phone is also pretty slim. Obviously, or it will be too bulky when closed.
When it's folded as someone noted, it's flat and with the case, you won't see any spaces in between. The power button is also a fingerprint sensor. Reminds me of my old obsolete Razer phone. The volume control is on the right. When folded you can use the main front camera for selfies.
You can also do WhatsApp video calls folded. Pretty nifty. All possible because of the bigger cover screen. Someone could build a similar form, a squarish phone. Yes, bigger is good. But, sometimes, you just want something smaller. Yes, no?
What do you guys think?
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Finally! Bought my first-ever Apple Macbook pro. I got the 14-inch Macbook pro with the M1 pro chip instead of the latest M2 chip. To tell the truth, if I had more money, I would have got the 16-inch version which is much better for my eyes.
Well, we can't have everything. The good thing is it's very portable. Still a tad heavy than my HP 15-inch laptop. I'm still learning to use a MacBook being a Windows user since the mid-90s. The main reason is actually the price and work.
It's not that I have never touched a Macbook. I remembered my ex-GF bought a MacBook that you can also boot to a windows system. That's probably the first time I've used a MacBook. Oh, I also bought a Macbook gold (unboxing video 2015) a couple years back which I sold later on.
This is definitely the first time I bought and owned a MacBook Pro. That's why I'm so excited. Somebody commented on my youtube video that it's a non-event. Such a sour grape. It's not important anyway. What's important is that, so far, I'm really happy with it.
The user experience is definitely different. For starters, I'm used to hammering on my Razer gaming keyboard to type. This keyboard is rather shallow and springy. I guess it's meant for touch-typing. I have a problem with numbness in my hands while using it.
Love the fingerprint sensor for quick access back into the system when you're away from the keyboard. Another cool thing is whenever you lift up the screen, it will automatically boot up. Wish I could use my fingerprint to log in but you still need to enter your password.
I wanted a MacBook Pro with the M1 pro or Max chip because I need a good laptop that can handle 4K videos. My HP laptop with AMD Ryzen 7 and 8GB ram seems to stutter a bit when I tried to edit my videos. Might have solved it if I upgraded to 16GB or more RAMS.
This 14-inch MacBook Pro comes with the M1 pro chip and 16GB ram. The Max seems to be better because I'm assuming more CPU and GPU cores. If you have the dough and working on 4K or higher resolution videos, go for as high specs as you can afford to future-proof it.
I'm almost at the end of this blog post and I'm getting better at using the keyboard and loving the clickable touchpad. I keep forgetting you need to press to click and not just 'touch'. It's really big and wide. I remember using it when I had the Macbook Gold and kinda miss it.
A few new things I've never used before like the MagSafe magnetic charging is pretty cool. I'm already used to the USB C ports. Linking my iPhone 13 to the Mac and using whatsapp to chat or the Facetime camera. Really sharp. The customizable cool docking system and all the apps.
The speakers is loud but I prefer using my Bluetooth earbuds better. Especially, as I'm partially deaf. I also like to play around with the terminal and coding simple python in it. I have an iPhone and iPad and if you've been using them, you'll be familiar with all the apps available.
In all, I'm really happy with my MacBook purchased and can't get enough of it!
I bought a new kitchen table and thought I'll re-set up and use my old dex pad linking to a monitor that I already have on the wall. I had to search around for my USB-A to USB-C cable and just re-used the HDMI cable to connect.
The Dex pad still works fine even after not using it, I think, for almost 3 years. I even forget that I can connect my wired mouse and keyboard to it. If you don't want messy cables, Bluetooth is the way to go. But, if you already have an extra mouse and keyboard, might as well use 'em.
A couple years back, I tested my dex pad with a portable monitor, using it as a PC or laptop. I was testing it with my Samsung S10 or was it the S10 plus. You can connect the Xbox controller via Bluetooth and play some games that have controller support.
I haven't checked out any new latest mobile games but games that have controller support are far and few between back then. Games that do are fun to play with a real controller instead of the touch. Though the funny thing is now, I don't mind touch control.
Remember, you can only use an Xbox controller that has Bluetooth you can connect to your phone. Those old controller doesn't have them. Some of my youtube channel video viewers didn't know that. Asking me how I connect to my phone.
That is one of the reasons I like android phones. I especially like Samsung because of Samsung Dex and the dex pad. But, now you don't need a dex pad to connect to a computer or laptop. But, if you want to connect to a Tv or monitor, you'll need something like the dex pad.
Samsung actually had the Ubuntu for Android project but they shelve it later on. It was pretty interesting and fun to play around with. You can check out my video for Linux on dex beta here. Too bad you can't play with them anymore.
Razer Project Linda was interesting too. You can use the Razer phone which doesn't exist anymore and use it with a laptop shell. Razer shelves their mobile department. Not sure why. I kinda like it. But, it had lots of problems. You can check out my unboxing video here.
There was a Samsung DexBook aka lapdock concept that looks pretty cool. You can check out the video I did on it here. The website that hosts the concept doesn't exist anymore though. Too bad, Samsung wasn't interested to create it. I would have bought it.
I created a poll asking if anyone would be interested in it and got a good response. Samsung decided to create a laptop that's more mobile. I think they used a mobile processor. I don't understand why there's no big company interested in a lap dock. The Linda Project and Samsung DexBook were a cool idea!
Will they sell? I'm pretty sure it will. Mobile phones are getting more powerful. Even on par with some laptops. Okay, not those high-end gaming laptops. Everyone has a mobile phone. They use it for pretty much everything nowadays. Why not create a lapdock to expand its usage?
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Yup! Lately, I've been playing with my Windows 10 Tablet PC, my Powkiddy X18, a portable Android and Retro gaming console which have the same design as my New (old) Nintendo 3DS XL aka NN3DSXL. In the end, I still come back to my Nintendo Switch lite.
The design, form factor, games, and entertainment, ok, mostly watching youtube. It's the best portable console to relax in bed before you sleep. Although, I definitely still want more apps like Facebook, Twitter, and other social media.
Frankly, I don't really check my social media once I'm in bed. Since my Switch lite doesn't have those apps I normally play some games and then watch youtube until I'm ready to sleep. The Nintendo Switch lite is err..pretty light to hold in one hand and with my Razer Kraken gaming headset, great for listening to music too.
I also realized that I have already many games installed on the 512GB MicroSD card. Some, I haven't even played much less finished them. And, I haven't even count the physical cartridges version. Some of them bought it when I had the first version of the Nintendo Switch.
I've sold my Nintendo Switch and got myself the special edition Zacian and Zamazenta edition. It's definitely a little lighter and smaller. The screen is only around 5.5 Inch but that makes the image a little sharper albeit smaller. I still miss the ability to dock and play on my big screen Tv though.
The thing is, I actually played more on the handheld mode than playing on the TV. I think the main reason is that it's kinda a hassle to dock it, turn on your TV, and play. Whereas, on a handheld mode, you just play. Basically, anywhere and anytime.
The ease of going to the eShop and buy digital games is definitely a plus. Since I got myself the 512GB MicroSD card, I've been buying games that are mostly on sales. Some of those cheap games are actually mobile games adapted to the Nintendo Switch.
I don't really like mobile games because they're mostly touchscreen control. But, some that do have controller supports are now available on the switch. So games that I won't play on my mobile are now my favorite on my Switch lite. Lol.
I can't resist the temptation to buy an external controller though. I even bought a see-through version which looks pretty cool. Check out my unboxing and quick gameplay here. There are definitely many other cool designs available.
The games are definitely the main attraction. Nowadays, there are many latest triple-A PC or console games that you can buy on eShop or retail shops. There are games that I already have for the PC or console but because it's now available for the Switch, I bought it.
Nintendo in-house games for their own console are pretty awesome too. One good reason why you'll want to buy a Nintendo Switch or a Switch lite. There are many gaming consoles that tried to emulate the success of the Nintendo Switch but nothing beats playing on the original console.
For the price, its main purpose is only for gaming. But, as I've said, I also use it to watch youtube videos and listening to music too. I don't know why Spotify or even Netflix is still not available on the Switch. It's definitely great for entertainment.
Who cares anyway. The Nintendo Switch has sold millions and even some free-to-play games like Asphalt 9 Legends have a million downloads. To me, the Nintendo Switch/lite is still the best gaming and entertainment system!
Yesterday, I decided to try out Microsoft Launcher app on my Powkiddy X18, Android portable game console. Also, install Microsoft News and even the OneNote app. The outlook app didn't work though. I was looking forward to using it to check my emails on the X18.
Microsoft launcher makes my X18 look a little bit nicer and more organized. The original launcher kinda ugly and you have to go through several pages just to find your app or games. With Microsoft launcher, everything is in one place.
I basically set it up like my Samsung Android phone. I don't like multiple windows or sections. I prefer the apps and games all in one window. But, I put the common apps I use like Whatsapp, Yahoo Mail, and social media like Facebook and Twitter on the main page.
I don't put everything on the main page like the Apple iPhone. It looks so cluttery. I don't see the point of having your main page fill with so many icons and many windows when it's the same thing as when you swipe up to look at all the apps.
Anyway, I also discover that since the Powkiddy X18 is using android, you can also download and use Whatsapp. The problem is of course that the X18 is NOT a phone. It doesn't have a sim card slot and also a camera. Without a camera, you can't do video calls. Which is a bummer.
I wonder though if I can add an external camera to it. I have never heard of anyone doing that. I assume I'll need software to recognize it. Of course, normal Android tablets or phones have them. I remember my Razer gaming phone front camera having constant software problems back then.
When I'm at home, I use Whatsapp on my computer. I think, now you can even use WhatsApp to video call on your computer if you have a camera. I distinctly remember you can't do that before. I always wonder why. But, last week, I saw the icon and try video-call my nephew and it works!
Since I have the Powkiddy X18, I use my 2nd phone number to activate the Whatsapp on it. So, now I can exclusively use it to msg my family and close friend. The problem is, it's not a phone and I can't add or save their numbers to the X18.
I end up having to msg my family on my main phone to Whatsapp me on my 2nd phone number. Once, they msg me, I can then use the X18 to contact them. But, like I've said, I can't save their contact numbers on the X18. I'm not sure if I revert back the account to the phone if the records are still there.
Surprisingly, I can send voice msg and even call them up on my X18. I didn't know there's a mic. In fact, you can't see it. I think it's inside the speaker. Or, can you use the speaker as a mic? Lol. Well, now I can also use the gaming console as a wifi phone. Pretty cool!
Too bad, there's no camera. It'll be fun to video-call people using the X18. The X18 would have been a complete system for gaming and communication system. Although, with its controller, it'll be kind of weird. The GPD and the Powkiddy X18 are definitely great products. They'll just need to add a few more features to make it an all-rounder.
What you guys think?
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Wow! After watching the Asus ROG Phone 5 Event highlight, I think they're definitely going all out. It's kinda funny that even though Razer has been hyping about going into the mobile gaming phone market, they close shop while Asus just keeps going strong.
I'm already an Asus ROG gaming laptop fan and now, I'm probably going to be their mobile gaming phone fan. Although, I'm still sticking with my Samsung phone. It's because I've bought and used a Razer gaming phone before and now I just have faith in Samsung mobile.
What I hope is that Asus will come out with their own version of the Razer "Project Linda" lap dock aka laptop shell for their mobile gaming phone. Asus boasts about their latest CPU snapdragon 888. That's pretty powerful but what's the use of all that power if you're just playing casual games?
The triple-A game dev needs to port their games to mobile straight. Just like they ported their game to the Nintendo Switch. Imagine, playing Skyrim or Doom on your mobile phone? And, I don't mean streaming. I mean installing the game so you can play it offline, any time and anywhere!
To me, if the game dev doesn't do that, I'll rather play the games on my cheaper Nintendo Switch lite. This gaming phone isn't cheap that's for sure. And, they don't even come with a physical controller. Although, I'm interested to try out the Air Trigger technology.
There are actually 3 versions of the Asus ROG phone if I can remember correctly. The most expensive, obviously, is the ROG Ultimate. It boasts 18GB of Ram, 6400Mbps clock speed, and the most advanced 3200mHZ ram clock.
Another thing I'm mystified by is why nobody making a gaming tablet. Like I've said before, gaming companies like Asus and Razer can easily create a gaming tablet. One thing for sure is that it'll have a bigger screen size. I think a 7-9 inch screen size tablet would be just nice for gaming.
And, with all that power, it can also become a replacement for your laptop or desktop. Sometimes, we don't need a heavy-duty laptop with Microsoft Windows OS. You can use a keyboard case and voila, do your school homework, work project, or just for watching youtube.
Nowadays, Android OS is already powerful enough to run the latest apps. Get a docking system, something like the above Asus laptop dock but using it with your phone or tablet. I actually like this dock more than the mobile dock accessory for the ROG phone.
Oh, I also like the latest ROG Strix Go BT Headphones that they announced at the launch event. The design doesn't look awkward as the rest of their triangle theme headset. It actually looks like the Razer Opus Bluetooth headphone. It boasts 45hrs and AI noise canceling.
Not a bad collection of new devices and accessories. Wish they send me the Ultimate ROG Phone Fans edition. That would be cool. In any case, if there's any update on their availability, I'll definitely post it on my blog. So, don't forget to come back!
CES 2018, Razer showed their latest "Project, Linda". A laptop dock that can be used with their Razer Phone. Now, they have close their Razer Phone project and forget about project Linda. With all the big talks on joining the mobile market, they folded just after the release of the Razer Phone 2.
Disappointed is an understatement. I actually bought their CNY, Gold version Razer phone. I really hope Project Linda would be a reality. Finally, our phone has become as powerful as a laptop. And, we literally can use it as a laptop with Project Linda.
I was pretty pumped up when I got the Razer phone. It was actually a pretty good phone. Though, I should at least waited for the Razer Phone 2. I love the design, which is kinda Blackberry-ish. Pretty slim with a finger or thumbprint sensor on the right side.
For some reason, the touchscreen and front camera would always give me problems. I end up selling it off and got the Samsung S10+ instead. My last Samsung phone was the S3. I didn't really like it before because I hated Android back then. Now, I simply love them!
Now, my current phone is the Samsung Note 10+. I actually sold my S10+ and bought the Note 10+ because of the S Pen. The S Pen is much better now because you can also use it to take a selfie, control your screen with gestures, and of course for writing or drawing.
Okay, why exactly am I talking about the Samsung phone in this post about Razer, Project Linda? Because I'm hoping (praying) that Samsung or a third party will create something like Project Linda but for the Samsung phone.
I love Samsung Dex. I even bought a Dex Pad, so that I can connect my Samsung phone to a portable monitor and use it as a laptop or desktop. Nowadays, you can just connect with a USB C cable. But, I prefer a Dex pad because it comes with a cooling fan.
Samsung should make a lap dock for their mobile phone because their phone is getting more and more powerful. Especially, with their latest Exynos 2100 CPU and Mali G78 GPU for mobile gaming. With that kind of power, would be great be using it as an Android laptop with a keyboard and mouse.
I've tried using the phone as the main computer with Samsung dex and Dex pad but unless it's your main computer, it's kinda a hassle to take out your mouse and keyboard, set them up, and then keep it again once you're done.
Having that experience, that's why an all-in-one lap dock will be very nifty. All you have to do is take out the lap dock, dock in your phone and start using it. The best thing is that you can charge it at the same time. Although, I feel there should be a cooling fan below the phone cause it can get really hot!
If ever Samsung wants to emulate Project Linda, they should name it Project Sarah. Get it? Sarah, S for Samsung? Anyway, there's actually a concept art of a Dexbook which I got from a site and make a video. You can check it out here. Would be cool if they decide to make it into a reality.
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The Asus ROG Gaming phone 3 is out now and it seems really popular. But, this got me thinking about the difference between a gaming phone and my Nintendo Switch lite. I have actually kinda done an Asphalt 9 Legends gameplay comparison video before but it's between my Samsung Note 10+ and my original Nintendo Switch.
The Samsung Note 10+ is not marketed as a gaming phone but it can play basically any mobile games out there. It got the latest CPU and GPU to play any console-like games that are available. Although, it does get hot especially when playing a graphic-intensive game like Grid Autosport. One time, the phone killed the game because it was getting too hot.
I was actually doing some testing playing the game using Microsoft Your Phone App on my PC monitor. I didn't look out for the heat so, maybe I had pushed it too much. After that happened, I went on looking for an external mobile radiator fan or a cooling fan. I never thought I'll need one as I don't really game that long.
As a gaming phone, Asus ROG claims to have a cooling system internal and external that will help cool your phone down when gaming. I don't have their phone, so, I'm not sure how good they are but they also have one of the best gaming laptops with new liquid metal cooling. So, that could boost your confidence about their products.
The Nintendo Switch is a portable gaming console. It's not a phone. You can't make calls, take pictures or videos, and share them online. Yes, you can take short game clips and pictures. But, only internally. It does come with a controller and playing games to me is much better on the Nintendo Switch and now my Nintendo Switch lite.
The one thing I hate most about mobile gaming is the games and the lack of game controller support. Yes, there are console-level graphics games for the mobile but they're mostly touch-control games. They're also not a full triple-A type of game. Meanwhile, a lot of triple-A games are already available like the latest Persona 5 Strikers, NBA 2K21, and others.
Another thing I hate about mobile games is that you need internet access to play the game. Why? Because they need the advertising money. Yes, it's free-to-play but if you can't play with Wifi or data connection, you're screwed. I end up playing old retro games on my Nintendo DS lite. I didn't have a Nintendo Switch that time.
Talking about the controller, it actually cost almost a gaming laptop which is around $2k just to get all the complete accessories. Yes, pretty expensive. It's also actually kinda a hassle to put on a retractable controller every time you want to play a game. Unlike my Nintendo Switch lite, every time I have the itch to play Asphalt 9 Legends, I just pick it up choose the game, and play.
They do have some cool accessories like the TwinView dock 3. It definitely looks like my 3DS XL. I like the idea of a dual-screen phone that would make multi-tasking easier. The ability to game on the top screen while video-calling your friend on the bottom screen. Browsing the internet while watching youtube on either screen.
As I've said before the mobile phone today is like a computer, so you'll be using it as a computer. For work and for play. While the Nintendo Switch is a dedicated portable gaming console. I've seen people playing games on one mobile while talking to someone on another mobile. In the end, why not get a portable gaming console like the Nintendo Switch for gaming while your phone for what it's meant for. A phone.
A Nintendo Switch is only almost cost a quarter of a gaming phone. An expensive gaming phone that doesn't have triple-A games. Unless you're the type like to play games that my mother plays like those puzzle 3 gems game. I'm not even sure if you can use the controller to play popular mobile games like Call of Duty or PUBG mobile.
Add to that insult is the need for an 'app' to remap your buttons. Which, you actually have to buy to be able to use the full features. I'm not going to pay to use a freaking controller to play a freaking mobile game. Games should have outright come with controller support. In the past, I used to look for games that look like it has controller support but end up doesn't. I deleted all of them. A waste of my time.
I finally give up and get myself a Nintendo Switch lite (sold my original to my nephew). I can play triple-A games and even mobile games too. Now, there are already a few free-to-play games available which I actually enjoyed playing on my mobile like Asphalt 9 Legends. I don't mind them as long as you can play with a controller.
I still like the gaming phone technology though. Maybe, one day, I can dock a gaming phone and play a real triple-A game with a mouse and keyboard instead of just a 3 gems game. If they still keep treating the phone as just for casual gaming or a phone then no point in making a gaming phone. I bought a Razer gaming phone once, and now they don't even sell it anymore. Maybe, there's a reason why?
Frankly, the mobile gaming phone tech might actually be better than my Nintendo Switch lite. But, playing real games on a portable gaming console like the Switch is definitely much more enjoyable and stress-free. Even my nephew is a believer and he was actually the one that pushes me to buy a Nintendo Switch. It's all because he can play FIFA18 on the go back when it was first available to the switch.
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