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POCO F5 and POCO F5 Pro Receives Global Launch; Price starts at RM1,699


By Timothy Teoh May 9, 2023

POCO has officially released their latest mid-ranger pairings with the introduction of the POCO F5 Pro and the POCO F5.

Although classed as a mid-range device, both smartphones have a set of features that looks to earn them the reputation as “flagship killers”.

At the time of writing, the POCO F5 is only available on POCO’s official store on Shopee. It comes in an 8GB+256GB and a 12GB+256GB variant; retailing at RM1,699 and RM1,799 respectively.

However, there will be an early bird promo from the 9th May – 16th May, in which you’ll see prices reduce to RM1,399 for the 8GB+256GB variant; and RM1,499 for the 12GB+256GB variant.

If you wish to purchase the POCO F5 Pro, you may do so on POCO’s official store on Lazada. Below are the details for all three variants:

  • POCO F5 Pro (8GB+256GB); RM2,099 (early bird discount: RM1,999)
  • POCO F5 Pro (12GB+256GB); RM2,199 (early bird discount: RM2,099)
  • POCO F5 Pro (12GB+512GB); RM2,399 (early bird discount: RM2,199)

POCO F5 and POCO F5 Pro Specs

POCO F5 Pro Spec Sheet

The POCO F5 will be the first to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 on the global stage. Off the global limelight, the processor does feature on the Redmi Note 12 Turbo, but that’s available only to the Chinese market.

For reference, the Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 was released early this year (2023) and has already shown signs of promise based on early benchmark scores.

Now the verdict will fall on consumers when it debuts globally on the POCO F5.

The POCO F5 Pro on the other hand will run on the already proven Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1.

The POCO F5 Pro in Black, and White

In terms of memory, the POCO F5 and the POCO F5 Pro will carry up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM. For storage, you’ll have the option to go up to 512GB on the F5 Pro, but the F5 will only carry up to 256GB.

Displays on both devices are the same at 6.67-inch, and both will also carry 120Hz refresh rates. However, the F5 Pro will have the superior WQHD+ AMOLED with 1400nits peak brightness, while the base F5 will have to make do with an FHD+ display with 1000nits peak brightness.

There is also a slight difference in battery capacity, with the F5 Pro containing the larger 5,160mAh battery as compared to the 5,000mAh on the F5. Nevertheless, you will have 67W fast charging on either devices; but only the F5 Pro supports 30W wireless charging.

Cameras are consistent throughout, with each sporting a triple rear camera system consisting of a 64MP main camera, 8MP ultra-wide, and a 2MP macro camera. Of the three, only the main camera has Optical Image Stabilization (OIS).

For selfies, you’ll have a 16MP front camera.

The POCO F5 in Black, White, and Blue

POCO has also upgraded video recording, with the POCO F5 Pro now being able to record at 8K/24FPS. The POCO F5 misses out on this, but will still have decent 4K/60FPS recording capability.

Another difference you’ll find is the position of the fingerprint sensor, with the POCO F5 using a side-mounted sensor and the F5 Pro using an in-display sensor.

Other than that, both devices will have WiFi 6 support, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and stereo speakers. POCO has also decided to bring back the 3.5mm jack, but only for POCO F5.

In the meantime, why not check out the rest of POCO’s outstanding devices? See what else POCO offers and get them at the best price in Malaysia.

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    Mother’s Day Gifts You Must Get For Your Mom This Year (Tech Edition)


    By Timothy Teoh May 08, 2023

    Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and it’s only right you use this opportunity to show some gratitude towards her. Flowers are nice, but they wilt rather quickly and will be of no use in a matter of weeks.

    So how about something more long lasting? Tech gifts are a great option because they tend to last longer and provide great convenience. As her beloved children, you just need to identify what tech gifts add the most value to her life (besides you).

    But as a starting point, you can read this article to get some ideas!

    1) Smartphone

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+

    The older generation typically follow the “don’t fix what’s not broken” credo. As such, they hang on to things for a long time without seeing the need to change them. This includes their smartphones!

    Well maybe it’s time you help them chuck that crusty old early 2010s relic in the bin and get them a new one! You don’t need to break your bank either. There are tons of entry-level to mid-range options out there that will suit mom just fine.

    For instance, the Samsung Galaxy A34 is an all-rounder with great battery life and a vibrant AMOLED display. On the other hand, if mom likes to snap random photos of cats or plants, then we suggest the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ with its 200MP main camera.

    2) Tablet

    If mom prefers a larger screen to browse Facebook or read the news, then a tablet might be the answer.

    Now, it’s highly unlikely mom won’t need to run demanding apps like Adobe Photoshop or Premier Pro. Nor are they likely to want a tablet that boots up Call of Duty or Genshin Impact smoothly. So there’s no need for something too fancy unless you can afford it.

    Tablets such as the OPPO Pad Air is more than enough for casual web browsing and social media scrolling. Another option is to opt for older high end models such as the Apple iPad 10.2 (9th Gen).

    3) Smart Watch

    For something a little more stylish, consider getting mom a smart watch. These days, not only have smart watches become elegant timepieces, they are also incredibly practical for health monitoring.

    Most smart watches today come with heart rate monitoring, blood oxygen level readings, as well as sleep tracking. Of course, nothing beats annual checkups at the doctors. But these readings can be crucial in detecting early signs of unwanted health issues.

    Some stylish options for mom includes HUAWEI’s GT series. They have a range of offerings in this series alone, but you should definitely check out the GT 3 with White Leather Strap, or the GT 3 Pro with White Ceramic Strap.

    4) Air Purifier

    As our parents age, it’s crucial we do our part in ensuring they live in a healthy and comfortable environment. Even more so in recent years with the outbreak of all sorts of virus and potential haze.

    An air purifier is one way of making sure air cleanliness at home is in tip-top condition. They are easy to use, and some can even be controlled via a mobile app for convenience.

    One such air purifier is the acerpure Cool C2, which can be controlled through the acerpure Life app. One neat feature about the Cool C2 is that it comes with a fan that distributes purified air effectively throughout the household.

    You can read more about the acerpure Cool C2 here.

    For something with a lighter price tag, consider the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier 4.

    5) Robot Vacuum

    If you’ve already moved out of home and can no longer help mom with daily chores, consider getting her a robot vacuum as an assistant.

    Truth is, moms are probably the ones that will bear the painstaking task of keeping the house spotless. And it’s much harder if no one is around to help her. That’s why robot vacuums are worth their weight in gold.

    Particularly those 2-in-1 vacuum & mop models like the Samsung POWERbot Essential. 2-in-1 robot vacuums are ideal solutions that will suck up dust and scrub the floors without you even needing to lift a finger.

    If your budget permits, you could get mom a self-docking and self-cleaning robot vacuum like the Roborock S8+.

    Show mom you care!

    Mother’s day go through a whole lot of labor just to raise us. So, don’t miss out on the yearly chance to shower mom with love and gratitude! We hope these Mother’s Day tech gifts ideas will inspire you.

    And, if you’re a mom yourself, we wish you a Happy Mother’s Day!

    Before you make your purchase, remember to visit PriceShop to find the latest tech deals in Malaysia!

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