Vernon Chan

Vernon is resident Web Editor and Lead Content Strategist at Adam Lobo Media Group. He is also founder and chief editor of his 20-year old blog VernonChan.com. A tech enthusiast, roving creative, petrolhead and now competitive pickleball player, he spends his days with plenty of humour, AI-assistance, and good coffee (black, only)

Project Helix: Is Microsoft’s $999 Hybrid the End of the Traditional Xbox?

What is Microsoft Project Helix? Project Helix is the codename for the next-generation Xbox, confirmed at GDC 2026. It is a hybrid device that runs both native Xbox and PC games. It features a custom AMD Magnus APU with 68 RDNA 5 CUs, 48GB of GDDR7 memory, and utilises a

DNB vs. U Mobile ULTRA5G: Which 5G-Advanced Network Should You Pick?

Malaysia has officially entered the Dual-5G era, pitting the established national coverage of Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) against U Mobile’s aggressive new ULTRA5G network. While DNB remains the "Quantity King" with an 82% national footprint, U Mobile is the new "Quality King" for urbanites, offering a native 5.5G (5G-Advanced) core

NVIDIA RTX 50-Series Shortage: Why AI is Stealing Your GPU

The RTX 50-series shortage of 2026 is a structural supply crisis caused by NVIDIA prioritising HBM3e and GDDR7 memory for high-margin AI accelerators like the Rubin R100. Reports indicate a 30-40% reduction in consumer GPU production, leading to severe scarcity for flagship models like the RTX 5090 and RTX 5080.

Nothing Phone 4 Skip 2026: Why Carl Pei’s Phase Two is a Genius Gamble

Nothing CEO Carl Pei has officially confirmed a Nothing Phone 4 skip in 2026, marking the brand's transition into "Phase Two." This strategy prioritises software maturity with Nothing OS 4.1 and the scaling of the mid-range Phone (4a) series (starting at RM1,999 in Malaysia). By keeping the Phone (3) as

Samsung S26 Ultra Display Flicker Fix: Is the Privacy Screen Worth It?

The Galaxy S26 Ultra (launched March 2026) features a world-first Active Privacy Nano-Layerthat narrows viewing angles to 30 degrees to prevent "shoulder surfing." However, this innovation comes with a cost: a 300-nit reduction in peak brightness compared to the S25 Ultra and early reports of display flickering and distortion. Samsung

iPhone 17e: Is Buying a “Pro” Phone Necessary?

In 2026, the question "is buying a pro phone necessary?" has a new answer: No. The iPhone 17e effectively bridges the gap by offering the flagship A19 chip, the highly efficient C1X 5G modem, and the return of MagSafe. Unless you are a professional creator who requires a 120Hz ProMotion