NBA 2K’s MyTEAM Unlimited $250,000 USD Tournament is on!

NBA 2K is excited to announce the return of the MyTEAM Unlimited $250,000 USD Tournament for NBA 2K21. The tournament is already underway and will be played using the MyTEAM Unlimited Mode on NBA 2K21 for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, which features 5-on-5 NBA-style gameplay and allows users to choose any 13 cards from their Collection.

Players can enter the tournament by pre-qualifying at the beginning of each new MyTEAM Season. Seasons are new to NBA 2K21’s MyTEAM mode, and bring new content and ways to play MyTEAM all year long at no additional cost. Each new MyTEAM season features new daily, weekly, and seasonal-based challenges and prizes for players to unlock.

Players need to reach the Emerald Unlimited tier in Unlimited Mode to qualify for one of four GameDays, where they will compete for the highest score by playing a series of qualifying matches. Pre-qualifying is already underway for the first GameDay.

The top four competitors with the highest score on each console family (PlayStation and Xbox) will be slotted for the final MyTeam Tournament on February 21, 2021, where 32 players will play head-to-head elimination matches until the winners from each console are determined. The two best console players will then compete in the final Championship on March 6, 2021 for their share of the $250,000 USD prize purse, where the winner will receive $200,000 USD and the runner-up will receive $50,000 USD. Due to current events, all matches including the finals will be played online.

The four GameDays in each of the upcoming Seasons are:

  • October 11, 2020
  • November 22, 2020
  • January 3, 2021
  • February 7, 2021

Pre-qualifying periods for each GameDay begins at the start of each new season:

  • Pre-Qualifying Period for First Game Day on October 10: Play between September 4, 2020 at 12:00:00 AM local time until October 11, 2020 at 12:59:59 AM PHT.
  • Pre-Qualifying Period for Second GameDay on November 22: Play between October 16, 2020 at 11:00:00 PM PHT until 12:59:59 AM PHT on November 22, 2020.
  • Pre-Qualifying Period for Third GameDay on January 3, 2021: Play between November 27, 2020 at 11:00:00 PM PHT until 12:59:59 AM PHT on January 3, 2021.
  • Pre-Qualifying Period for Fourth GameDay on February 7, 2021: Play between January 8, 2021 at 11:00:00 PM PHT until 12:59:59 AM PHT on February 7, 2021.

The tournament is open to players aged 18 and over in eligible territories. Players must compete on the same platform family (PlayStation or Xbox) throughout the entire contest.  Full contest rules are available at NBA 2K’s page and an abbreviated set of rules is below:

NBA 2K21 MyTEAM Unlimited $250,000 Tournament Abbreviated Rules

Open to legal residents of the 50 United States & D.C. (excluding AZ, CT, MD, and ND), Canada (excluding Quebec), Australia, Chile, Denmark, France, Great Britain, Greece, Republic of Ireland, Israel, Germany, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Portugal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and Turkey, who are at least 18 years of age and the age of majority in their state/country/province of residence. The game must be played on Xbox One or PlayStation 4.  To participate, you must have NBA 2K21 game, Xbox Gold Service or PS Plus service, and Internet connection. Void in AZ, CT, MD, ND, Quebec, and where prohibited.

This Contest consists of: the Pre-Qualifying Period; the GameDays; and the Tournament.  You must qualify during the Pre-Qualifying Period to participate in the GameDays.  The Pre-Qualifying Period begins on September 4, 2020 at 12:00:00 AM local time.  The first GameDay takes place on October 11, 2020 and the last GameDay takes place on February 7, 2021.  You must qualify for the Tournament, which is currently scheduled to take place on February 21, 2021 at 1:00 AM PHT.

Subject to the Official Rules, which will be posted at nba.2k.com/myteamtournament.  Sponsored by 2K Games, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc., 10 Hamilton Landing, Novato, CA 94949, USA.

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OPPO Reno 7z review: Taking camera AI to the next level

04/11/2022

OPPO is back at it with its flagship lineup – the Reno series. The company has released the Reno 7 5G which features some of its latest tech with high-end specifications. However, a more affordable variant comes in the form of Reno7 Z 5G.

With the successor of the Reno6 Z already making its official launch in the country, can this latest OPPO model deliver on all the hype?

Design

Right from the get-go, the visual design of the Reno7 Z 5G is eye-catching with its 7.49mm slim exterior along with flat-sided profiles and bezel-less design. The rear camera, utilizing a triple-lens setup, has a symmetrical layout that displays a balanced pattern.

Adding all the sleek features this model has to offer, the cherry on top is the integration of a functional and new lighting system around the camera lens called “Dual Orbit Lights”. It not only adds to the overall aesthetic but also can be programmed for multiple purposes.

This mobile phone also has two colorways available at launch — Rainbow Spectrum and Cosmic Black that sports a smooth matte finish at the back panel to reduce fingerprints.

Moving on to the side panels, the left area has the volume rockers and SIM card tray while the right side has the power button. The bottom of the phone is also equipped with a USB-C charging port along with a microphone, speaker grille, and an audio jack.

All in all, the design of the phone has a neat and minimalist approach. Pair that with Reno7 Z 5G’s in-display fingerprint sensor and this mobile device perfectly captures a premium feel.

Display and Multimedia

Having a 6.4-inch AMOLED display, a 60Hz refresh rate, and a resolution of 2400 x 1080, the Reno7 Z 5G also provides a decent experience when it comes to watching movies, playing games, or other regular activities.

On the other hand, the speaker performance of this phone can impressively go loud without losing much clarity as made possible by its Real HD Sound 3.0 and Smart Power amplifier where audio is optimized for better quality sound.

Camera

The Reno7 Z 5G is equipped with a triple-lens system on its rear camera consisting of a 64-megapixel f/1.7 high-res main, a 2-megapixel f/2.4 macro, and a 2-megapixel f/2.4 bokeh sensor.

The front camera also has a decent 16-megapixel f2.4 lens that captures clear selfies with the help of AI retouching. Although, it’s worth noting that it is a downgrade from its predecessor’s 32-megapixel front camera.

At first glance, the camera features seem underwhelming since the Reno6 Z has better shooting utilities, but don’t let those numbers fool you because the Reno7 Z 5G is also armed with an advanced AI that reconstructs your images at a sub-pixel level to create ultra-clear 108MP photos.

Shot with OPPO7 Z 5G

Starting with the 64-megapixel main camera, the clarity of the shots is nothing short of impressive. The images taken, especially in a well-lit area, are packed with clear details and vibrant colors.

Next up is the macro lens, this is the part where clarity starts to suffer. Subjects shot even in a bright area are muddy, and even more so when zoomed-in. While a macro lens is nice to have, at the end of the day it still seems to remain a gimmick.

Lastly, the depth sensor — being a must-have amongst modern phones — also produces excellent images, especially with the “Bokeh flare portrait” feature. This is where a powerful AI algorithm transforms background lights into stunning, color-soaked spheres while preserving details of the main subject.

Moving on to video, the Reno7 Z 5G is once again a direct downgrade compared to the 6Z, only having a 720p/1080p at 30fps.

However, despite the limited features, this smartphone still has the capability to shoot quality videos with its built-in motion stabilizer and the Dual-View video where the phone lets you record simultaneously using its front and back cameras.

Altogether, what the Reno7 Z 5G lacks in camera features has been compensated with the advanced AI whether on the shoot or during post-process editing. 

For me, one of the highlights of this phone is the AI Palettes 2 where you can simply copy any filter or color grade from a specific image and apply it to your own pictures. As a visual artist, this is handy when you want to capture a certain feel and vibe for your photos.

Performance

Powered by a Snapdragon 695 processor while having a 180Hz touch sampling rate, your average daily tasks and multitasking is nothing but a breeze to the Reno7 Z 5G. Switching between your apps can also be done without the worry of hardware lag thanks to its expandable 8GB RAM and 128GB ROM.

One of the notable changes of the Reno7 Z from its predecessor is the switch of the processor and GPU — from Dimensity 800U to Snapdragon 695. 

I have tested the latest games like Genshin Impact, Asphalt 9: Legends, Call of Duty: Mobile, and they all ran smoothly without any major frame drops however you need to play on low to medium graphic settings for stable performance.

Next would be the Reno7 Z’s 5G capability. With the latest upgrade network companies have to offer, 5G is definitely nice to have in your arsenal; boasting an average speed of up to 200 Mbps in busy areas in Metro Manila and even outside the city.

Battery

Packed with a 4500mAh battery, the Reno7 Z 5G can last a whole day without charging even when used on daily tasks like browsing social media and watching videos.

OPPO even claims that the battery can last up to a staggering 262 hours under off-screen mode and because of its ultra-fast charging, you can easily jump back into action as the phone can be fully charged in just barely an hour.

In my tests, a mere 15-minute charging can boost the battery percentage with an additional 30% of power.

Conclusion

Overall, the Reno7 Z 5G is a solid mid-range phone with a price of PhP 19,999. Although there are some camera downgrades compared to its Reno6 Z predecessor, the Reno7 Z 5G still has the capability to produce decent images thanks to its powerful AI algorithm that enhances your photos.

I initially thought this mobile device seems just like a regular midrange phone but as I dig deeper into its features, I ended up enjoying my experience, especially with small gimmicks like the Dual Orbit Lights and the always-on display.

The Reno7 Z 5G is a competitive upgrade from phones under the 10K price range and despite its lack of camera features, this phone is still a viable choice regardless of your regular daily tasks and routines. 

For its sibling with a different feature set, watch our OPPO Reno7 5G review below.

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