After Adele's 30, Spotify removes shuffle option for all artists' albums

If you've been following recent music trends, you should know that Adele has made a comeback with her latest album, '30'. By making her fans follow the storyline, the star had requested Spotify to remove the shuffle option for her album. Surprisingly, Spotify acknowledged the request and took the shuffle option down. However, it looks like the music streaming service is also doing the same to the others besides Adele's album.

The singer posted a tweet thanking Spotify for listening to her request. She stated that artists "don't create albums with so much care and thought into their track listing for no reason." Therefore, removing the shuffle option would make the listeners listen to the album in an intended sequence. Of course, you still can select or skip to a song in an album.

The move also made us question ourselves by asking when was the last time we listened to an album from the beginning to the end. Perhaps this is a good decision by making us listen to an album with no skips or shuffles, just submerge yourself in the artist's world for no matter how long is it.

What are your thoughts on this article? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


Renders of the OnePlus Buds Z2 spotted. Launch happening next month?

It seems that renders regarding the OnePlus Buds Z2 might have been spotted on 91mobiles.com, showcasing the design but unfortunately not the tech specs of the wireless earbuds. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the global market.

Upon closer inspection, it seems that the upcoming earbuds might look extremely similar to their predecessor. Not only that, we won’t be surprised if it comes equipped with significantly longer battery life as well.

That said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, because OnePlus has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

What are your thoughts on the OnePlus Buds Z2? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders of the OnePlus Z has been spotted with triple camera rear

It seems that a bunch of renders regarding the OnePlus Z has been spotted, detailing the overall design of the smartphone as well as its features. Based on the source, it seems that the aforementioned smartphone comes equipped with a triple camera in the rear.

Not only that, but it seems that it comes equipped with an in-display fingerprint sensor, MediaTek Dimensity 1000, as well as a 6.78-inch 120Hz 2k display. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt due to the fact that OnePlus has yet to provide an official regarding the leaked renders.

There is also no official information in regards to the Malaysian release date and local pricing for now. Would you be interested in getting the OnePlus Z as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders of the Samsung Galaxy M41 some specs spotted online

It seems that a bunch of renders, as well as some key tech specs regarding the Samsung Galaxy M41, has been leaked by OnLeaks and pigtou earlier today. Based on what we heard so far, the aforementioned smartphone is expected to come equipped with a 6.5-inch display with a hole-punch notch towards the top left, USB Type-C port as well as a 3.5mm audio jack slot.

Furthermore, there’s a capacitive fingerprint sensor at the back too, which is commonly seen on lower-priced devices. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement in regards to the leaked renders.

Not only that, but there’s no official information in regards to the official Malaysia release date, full tech specs, and local pricing of the Samsung Galaxy M41. Would you be interested in getting the new Galaxy M series smartphone as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite has been leaked

It seems that a bunch of renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 Lite has been spotted on winfuture.de, detailing the overall design and colour it could potentially come with. While not much has been confirmed yet, we know that the aforementioned tablet is expected to come equipped with an Exynos 9611 chipset, 4GB RAM and up to 128GB of internal storage.

Other than that, it might also come with a 10.4-inch display, however, it’s uncertain whether plans on releasing a high refresh rate variant which is available in most flagship smartphones at the moment. The renders suggest that it does not seem to come with a home button and it does not feature a display notch, but it looks like the bezels are quite thick.

With all that said, do that every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement regarding the leaked renders. Would you be interested in getting the tablet as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 leaked. Could comes with up to 12.4-inch display.

Renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 has been leaked, detailing what to expect when it is officially launched. Unfortunately, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now.

Based on the renders, it seems that the tablet is expected to come equipped with thin bezels all around the display. Not only that, but the tablet doesn’t seem to come with a physical home button as well, but instead come with a larger AMOLED display of up to 12.4-inch.

While there is no official information on the full tech specs, rumour has it that the Tab S7 will most likely come equipped with up to 9800mAh battery and supports 5G networks. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip spotted on Youtube showcasing a clamshell design

Recently, a preview video regarding the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip has been spotted on Youtube which showcased what could be the final design of the foldable smartphone. Based on the video, the aforementioned smartphone utilizes a clamshell design and it houses a dual rear-facing camera as well as a single front-facing selfie camera embedded in the notch of the 6.7-inch display.

Furthermore, based on a statement by LetsGoDigital.com, it seems that the device comes with a kind of foldable glass technology instead of plastic. In terms of the availability date, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide a statement in regards to the foldable device. Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip if it were to be available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 official cases might have been spotted

Based on a statement by 91mobiles, it seems that a bunch of leaked images of the Galaxy Z Flip3 cases might have been spotted, which showcases the design of the smartphone. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when the device is officially unveiled during the Galaxy Unpacked event that’s happening on 11 August 2021.

Judging by what we can see from the leaked renders, the Z Flip3 is expected to come equipped with a dual-camera setup, as well as an LED flash right under it. Not only that, but it looks like that case will have a leather finish along with a silicone strap as well as a ring.

However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, because Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

What are your thoughts regarding the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 case so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders of the budget Moto E5 and E5 Plus leaked

High quality renders of the Motorola Moto E5 and Moto E5 Plus has been leaked courtesy of slashleaks.com. Based on the leaked renders, the devices will ship in Black, Silver and Gold colour schemes. Other than that, the renders also show that the E5 Plus might have a dual-camera setup in the rear while the E5 will only have a single rear camera instead.

In terms of tech specs, there is no news about the Moto E5. The Moto E5 Plus, on the other hand, is speculated to run on a Snapdragon 430 chipset, 3GB of RAM, either 32GB or 64GB of internal storage, and lastly, a 5.8-inch display. Both devices will have Android 8.0 pre-installed and powered by a 4000mAh battery which is more than enough to get through the day.

Design wise, the Moto E5 and Moto E5 Plus will have its branding most noticeably on the front, back and potentially on the fingerprint scanner itself as well. As of now, there is no news on a Malaysian launch or even price of the said devices so be sure to check back on TechNave.com for updates on it!


Renders of third-generation AirPods showcase a design with shorter stems

A few days ago, it was rumoured that the first Apple event in 2021 would be held on 23 March. The event is said to bring several products including the AirTags, new iPad, and third-generation AirPods. Today, someone has retrieved the renders of the upcoming AirPods showing a design that matches previous speculations.

According to the renders, the next-gen AirPods feature shorter stems that make them look like the current AirPods Pro. Meanwhile, the charging case has also shrunk to a smaller size. Despite looking similar to the AirPods Pro, it is claimed that the new AirPods would lack some of the 'Pro' features, and one of them is the Active Noise Cancellation.

Other than falling in line with previous rumours, the renders also look the same compared to the AirPods that appeared in the alleged real-life images. For now, let's just wait patiently for Apple to make an announcement regarding the event.

Let us know what you think about the design of upcoming AirPods on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget leaks.


Renders of upcoming MacBook Pro show super slim bezels

With the Apple event just around the corner, the rumours of the new MacBook Pro are come in fast. Previously, it was already rumoured that it would have the Apple M1X chip and a 120Hz refresh rate display. Now, concept renderers have made some new renders too.

The new concept renders are by @Apple_Tomorrow, and reveal that the new MacBook Pro would have a very slim bezel. The new model also seems to have a compact keyboard with a speaker on each side of it, as well as a large trackpad below it. It also lacks the Touch Bar that's available in the current model, nor does it have a slot for the Apple Pencil as previously rumoured.

Introducing, the all new 14 and 16 inch MacBook Pros with M1X!The #AppleEvent is just around the corner, so here are concept renders I have made to showcase them in all their glory!RT please!#HereFromTomorrow pic.twitter.com/eq2JaN7SST

Besides that, the renders also include the sides of the MacBook Pro. As you can see, it has a MagSafe connector, two USB-C ports, and an HDMI port on the left. The render for the right side isn't as clear, but we won't be surprised if there aren't any other ports there. We also noticed that there's no 3.5mm audio jack.

Mind you, these are concept renders, which means that they might be inaccurate. So if you want to know what Apple has in store for us this week, stay tuned for the full launch report on TechNave.com!


33W Fast Charge spotted on POCO X3 NFC certification and new image renders

As previously reported, the POCO X3 NFC will make its debut on 7 September and we have our fair share of leaks. In this latest one, the phone just got certified through a German agency (TUV) revealing the 33W fast charge technology.

A 33W fast charge technology is quite respectable and in case you’re wondering about the battery capacity, rumours have it that it’s 5160mAh. Should that be true, that’s not so bad for a mid-range device and reports are saying the 33W fast charge technology only takes 65 minutes to fully charge the battery.

POCO X3 NFC renders leaked#POCOX3 #POCOX3NFC #POCO #Xiaomi #Redmi pic.twitter.com/hrbYRdbOzY

Besides the 33W fast charge technology, we got ourselves some new image renders of the POCO X3 NFC and it’s quite consistent. As you can see, the rear camera module is in a box-shaped manner revealing the cameras and LED flashlight. The list also revealed two model numbers M2007J20CG and M2007J20CT. Does that mean POCO is planning to unveil two new phones at the upcoming livestream?

No matter, the livestream is just four days away and counting so it's only a matter of time. Are you looking forward to the POCO X3 NFC? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


After Instagram Poll teen suicide, MCMC says you could be charged if you encourage suicide online

In the wake of the recent suicide by a 16 year old teenager from Sarawak triggered by an Instagram poll, MCMC recently sent out a statement reminding everyone that it is in fact illegal to spur a suicidal minor on or encourage those looking to suicide (up to 20 years jail time and fines). The teen had apparently asked followers of her Instagram “Really Important, Help Me to Choose D/L” in which 69% of the respondents chose D (which stood for death). She was then found dead, believed to have fallen from the 3rd floor of a shop lot in Kuching.

The teen was suspected of experiencing depression due to her stepfather marrying a Vietnamese woman and thus not seeing her as often as she wanted. Her Facebook status said “WANNA QUIT F**KING LIFE I’M TIRED.” but the teen’s mother said that she did not show any changes in her behaviour.

No news yet if any of those who voted “D” will be charged, but as always with such things, we heartily recommend to take these cries for help seriously. No one should knowingly tell anyone to die or kill themselves, even as a joke and if you do see these signs please reach out and let them know they are not alone. Parents in particular should be more tech aware and know what is going on on their children’s social media. You can always suggest that they reach out to The Befrienders at 03-79568145.


Renders of vivo X Flip show how it might look like

It seems like this year is when every other phone company starts coming out with their clamshell foldable display smartphone as a render and design schematics of the vivo X Flip appear. While we’re sincerely hoping for a more affordable Malaysia price, the design indicates a fairly wide colour touchscreen on the outside below the camera hump.

Other tech specs weren’t mentioned but the camera hump in the render appears to have quad rear cameras along with a column of LED flash and ZEISS branding. Design schematics say otherwise though as the camera hump only has 2 cameras but they also mention that the front display could be 682 pixels while the foldable display might be a Full HD 1080p resolution.

These schematics don’t appear to show any front camera though, so it could be vivo’s way to cut down costs. It shouldn’t be an issue if vivo does do this as the external display and rear cameras should be more than enough for most selfies. However, this is all conjecture and estimates, so do take these with a good pinch of salt.

We’d be fairly interested in the vivo X Flip if it was priced below RM2000 or around there, but what about you? How much would you buy the vivo X Flip for? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Renders of what could be the Huawei P30 leaked, equipped with triple camera + in-display fingerprint

Image courtesy of 91mobiles.com and @onleaks on Twitter

Video render of what could be the Huawei P30 has been leaked showcasing the familiar triple camera setup as well as an in-display fingerprint sensor due to the lack of a visible sensor module on the model.

Strangely enough on the video render, you could somewhat see the 3.5mm audio slot visible at the bottom of the phone. Could we see the 3.5mm making a comeback in this upcoming model? As for the tech specs, the video dictates that the phone will come with a 38MP rear sensor which is capable of up to 5x optical zoom while the selfie camera will be a 24MP shooter.

Also, we expect the phone to come with the top of the line HiSilicon Kirin 980 chipset. There is no other information regarding the tech specs of the device such as the RAM configuration, storage capacity, battery size, when it will be available in Malaysia and so on. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as Huawei has not given any official statement regarding the leak. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders regarding the Huawei P50 Pro spotted with a new camera design and thin bezels

It seems that Steve Hemmerstoffer on voice.com recently uploaded a bunch of renders regarding the Huawei P50 Pro smartphone, which is expected to be released on 17 April 2021. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially available in the local market.

Based on the renders, the Huawei P50 Pro seems to come equipped with a rather unique rear camera design which consists of two large camera module as well as a single LED flash. In addition to that, but it also comes with a physical volume rocker and a power button on the right side of the device.

However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the exact tech specs and local pricing for now.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the Huawei P50 Pro renders for now? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Note21 FE spotted?

It seems that a bunch of renders from LetsGoDigital regarding the Samsung Galaxy Note21 FE have been spotted, giving us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially available in the local market. Based on the renders, it seems that it seems to have a similar design to the Galaxy S21 series smartphones.

However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that the renders were just a mock-up, and Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

What are your thoughts on the renders of the alleged Samsung Galaxy Note21 FE smartphone? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1 and Galaxy Tab S7 Lite may have been spotted

It seems that 91mobiles.com has recently posted an update showcasing renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Tab A 10.1, giving us a better idea on what to expect when it is available in the global market. Not only that, but there’s also new evidence from sammobile which seems to suggest that Samsung is currently working on the Galaxy Tab S7 Lite as well.

To go into more detail regarding the Tab A 10.1, it seems that it will come equipped with a single rear camera setup without an LED flash, as well as a USB Type-C port. As usual, we can expect the tablet to be available with only Wi-Fi capabilities, or LTE variant that’s slightly more expensive.

As for the Galaxy Tab S7 Lite, there doesn’t seem to be much information about it so you might want to check back with us on that. That all being said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, as well as exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting any of the Samsung Galaxy tablets mentioned above? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite might have been spotted

Based on a statement by xda-developers.com, it seems that a bunch of renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 Lite might have been leaked showcasing the design. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the local market.

But that’s not all, well-known leaker by the name of Evan Blass claimed that the aforementioned tablet is expected to come equipped with an Helio P22T chipset, 3GB RAM, 5100mAh battery, as well as 8.4-inch FHD+ display. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting the new tablet by Samsung as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 spotted alongside the S-Pen

It seems that a bunch of renders regarding the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 has been spotted, giving us a better idea on what to expect when the smartphone is officially available in the global market. But that’s not all, it seems that the renders seem to showcase the S-Pen as well as the compartment where you can store the stylus in.

If you look closely at the renders, the Z Fold 3 will come equipped with a triple camera setup, a smaller display, as well as a larger foldable display. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 for now. Would you be interested in getting the device in question as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Reno is OPPO's new smartphone line which will be launched April 10

OPPO has just announced their new line of smartphones bearing the name “Reno”. The smartphones are set to be launched on the 10th of April. The smartphone line brings with it some bright colours and modern designs in the logos, leading us to believe that is made with the youth in mind.

The smartphone range was teased by OPPO’s Vice President, Shen Yiren, on his official Weibo account which was then shared on OPPO’s official account. So far, no other information about the range has been shared but a landing page has been made for the Reno line on OPPO’s website.

Just yesterday, OPPO had mentioned that they were currently working on new flagship series but it may not be the Reno line since we are expecting to see OPPO Find X’s successor, the OPPO Find Z. Since the designs point that the line is made with youths in mind, the devices may just be a budget line. So what are you expecting to see on the Reno line? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest OPPO news!

Some teaser posters shared by OPPO for their Reno line


Repairing the Apple Watch Ultra will cost up to ~RM2544 without AppleCare+

Apple introduced a new lineup of premium and rugged smartwatches in its Far Out event recently called the Apple Watch Ultra. With prices starting at RM3799, the Watch Ultra has some impressive specs and features, though its cost for repair is accordingly high too; up to USD499 or ~RM2544 if you don’t have AppleCare+ coverage!

A quick glimpse at Apple’s official website in the United States show that this fee would apply to an Apple Watch Ultra when you send it for repairs. These include when you want to fix damages to either the titanium case, display, buttons, sensors or other components. Besides that, replacing the battery of the Watch Ultra will cost USD99 or ~RM445 regardless if you have AppleCare+ coverage or not. Yikes!

Well, thankfully the Watch Ultra is built to withstand extreme conditions as is meant for athletes and adventurer doing the most extreme activities, so theoretically it would be hard to break the wearable. Find out more regarding the new premium Apple Watch lineup via our coverage here. As of the time of writing, Apple has yet to announce the availability of the Watch Ultra in Malaysia yet.

So, what do you guys think of the repair costs of the Watch Ultra? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Replace the battery of your Huawei device for only RM99 starting 14 January 2019

Huawei recently released an image on their Facebook page, stating that you could change the battery for your Huawei device for only RM99 from 14 January until 20 Feb 2019.

On that note, the battery replacement is only limited to certain Huawei smartphones and the replacement can only be done at all Huawei Authorised Service Centers across Malaysia. Below is the list of selected Huawei devices that is eligible for the offer and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


After USB-C, EU may also force Apple to permit alternative app stores, iMessage interoperability and more

Previously, we reported on Apple confirming that it will comply with the European Union’s (EU) new law for a unified USB-C charging port. Now, it looks like the EU is not done just yet and may force Apple to do more changes on its mobile devices, including allowing for third-party app stores, app sideloading and iMessage interoperability with non-Apple devices.

As reported by MacRumors, the new EU rules under the Digital Markets Act (DMA) come into force yesterday (1 November 2022) and will apply to tech giants such as Apple. In fact, Apple perfectly falls under the law’s “gatekeeper” criteria and accordingly, may be forced to open up its various services and platforms to other companies and developers.

Among others, DMA may compel Apple to make changes to how the Apple App Store, iMessage, FaceTime and Siri would work in Europe. For example, the new law may force Apple to make iMessage interoperable with other similar services, meaning that the company have to allow other messaging apps into its iMessage framework in the EU.

Moreover, Apple may also be forced to allow third-party app stores to run on iPhones and iPads, as well as permit app sideloading. Hence, we may be seeing dramatic changes in iOS and iPadOS in the near future.

So, what do you guys think of the EU’s DMA and its potential effects on Apple? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


Replace your smartphone with the Exetech XS-3 smartwatch

For the most part, smartwatches and smartbands today are just companion Bluetooth remote control devices you wear on your wrist. You actually need your smartphone around for the smartwatch to work. However, there are some smartwatches that let you do away with the smartphone like the Neptune Pine and Goophone smartwatch, but the latest one is the Exetech XS-3. Following the slab of touchscreen school of design, the Exetech XS-3 is a fairly thick smartwatch that has no back cover for the battery underneath it. This battery comes in direct contact with your skin (and sweat) so we're a bit wary that you might short the smartwatch out (and yourself).

However, the main advantage of this is that the battery is removable and can be replaced if you need to. Other tech specs include a dual-core MediaTek processor, 2GB storage, 3G connectivity, 420 mAh battery, supports GPS, micro-SIM and microSD along with a 1.54-inch touchscreen with 240 x 240 pixel resolution. A 2MP camera lets you take pics or video while the battery can last up to 18 hours on minimal usage. Running Android 4.0 it can access the Google Play store. Coming in black and white, the Exetech XS-3 is priced at €350 (RM1595) and although there isn't any Malaysia release date, it should be available soon.


Report: Twitter was interested in acquiring Clubhouse for $4 billion

Clubhouse is sure quite an influential app these days. It has impacted other social media brands to copy the same feature but to no avail. So what did Twitter do? Well, it has been reported that the company was interested in acquiring Clubhouse for $4 billion!

According to sources, the acquisition already took place recently but Twitter has no responses or comment to that, so as Clubhouse. Furthermore, insiders who shared the news also said that both parties aren't continuing the discussions so hence, it has been delayed for God knows how long.

The insiders have no idea why the discussion got stalled, but one thing that Clubhouse is doing now is to raise some money from investors at a $4 billion valuation. If we had to guess, Twitter probably came out with its own "Clubhouse" feature called Spaces after the acquisition failed. Spaces is currently in beta mode and said to be available on both the app and desktop mode.

Acquisition sounds like a good plan for the receiver to earn tons of cash, but this also means ending friendly competition. Whatever happened, it was the right call for Clubhouse to continue innovating such an intriguing way of socializing. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Report claims Apple iPhone 14 series still coming in mid-September despite setbacks

Despite the supply chain issues, it's reported that Apple is still on track to launch the iPhone 14 series in mid-September. The tech giant didn't mention anything about pandemic-related delays in the earnings report for the June quarter, so everything should still be going well.

Before the pandemic, Apple would stick to having the iPhone launch event in the second week of September. However, because of lockdown measures, the company announced during the June 2020 earnings quarter that it couldn't present the devices on time. Therefore, we only saw the iPhone 12 series in mid-October 2020, with two variants shipped right after the launch event, while the other two needed a few weeks longer to reach customers.

The source mentions that even though Apple didn't bring up anything about delays, it's still possible that some variants would get shipped later than the others. If one has to get chosen, it would be the iPhone 14 Max. The model faced display supply issues due to using a panel different from the Pro Max variant by not supporting ProMotion, making it a new thing for the suppliers.

If nothing went wrong, Apple would present the devices on 13 September and start the pre-order on 16 September, with the official sale going live on the 23rd. Are you excited about seeing the new iPhones? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more iPhone reports.


Report claims that Apple iPhone 13 to be on sale from 17 September, with AirPods 3 on 30 September

This year, it's reported that Apple will follow the usual schedule for the new iPhones' launch, which means that the iPhone 13 series will debut in September. Few more days before entering the month, a Chinese site might have accidentally revealed the exact date of when the iPhone 13 models will be on sale, including the latest gen of AirPods as well.

According to a screenshot taken on a site named IT Home, all of the iPhone 13 models will be on sale starting from 17 September, followed by the AirPods 3 on 30 September. However, the source mentioned that the website had shared inaccurate screenshots in the past. Therefore, it's best to take this new information with a pinch of salt. Instead of giving out an exact date, Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives suggested that the devices could get released in the third week of September earlier.

Previous rumours have given off several exciting clues about the upcoming iPhones. Those include a display with a higher refresh rate, smaller notch, new colours, larger wireless charging coil for reverse wireless charging, larger camera modules, advanced camera features, and more! With all of that, we can't wait until the day to see the final thing!

Are you excited about the iPhone 13's launch? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


Report claims that all 2022 Samsung Galaxy A devices will come with optical image stabilization

Samsung would bring a flagship smartphone feature to its mid-range Galaxy A lineup next year. According to Korean media The Elec, the company is gearing up to roll out optical image stabilization (OIS) to all the upcoming Galaxy A devices.

OIS is usually a feature for flagship devices by allowing users to shoot high-quality images despite slight movements. It's also important for low-light scenarios and telephoto cameras, as their image results can easily get affected even by small shakes. With OIS enabled, the micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) gyroscope can detect movements and adjust the camera system, hence produced much-improved image quality.

If it's accurate, the feature could appear on successors of the Galaxy A22, Galaxy A32, and Galaxy A42. As Samsung usually launches its mid-range devices between its flagship launches, we could be seeing one after the launch of the Galaxy S22 series. The source predicts that it could be the successor of Galaxy A42 as it has the earliest debut near the end of 2020.

We're glad that more flagship features are getting used on affordable devices nowadays. Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts on this news! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone updates.


Report hints that Huawei will launch test satellites for 6G technology verification in July 2021

It seems that a report by globaltimes.cn, it seems that Huawei is keen on launching a test satellite somewhere around July 2021 in order to perform 6G technology verification. With that in mind, Huawei plans to launch its 6G network somewhere around 2030 which was reported to be around 50 times faster than 5G.

To go into more detail, it seems that 6G will utilize satellite for transmitting data instead of the conventional base stations that are currently in use for both LTE and 5G networks. With that in mind, it could be a possibility that the new 6G network will be much more stable and have a much wider coverage compared to the system being used right now.

What are your thoughts on Huawei’s progress on 6G technology? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Report says 82% of online population in SEA play mobile games

If you pay attention to smartphone launches, you would notice that many brands emphasise mobile gaming performance now. As you know, some brands even have gaming smartphones. That shows how much mobile gaming is growing, and a new report provides some insights on that.

A report by Tencent and Newzoo claims that the games market will generate a revenue of USD 175.8 billion (~RM742.58 billion) in 2021. This massive number is driven by emerging markets, including Southeast Asia. In SEA alone, esports will generate USD 39.2 billion (~RM165.58 billion). The interesting bit is mobile esports being a major industry in our region, with PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends: Bang Bang leading the way.

For our region, this growth is due to the high accessibility of mobile devices, which allows increasingly more people to access mobile games. In fact, it's revealed that up to 82% of the online population in SEA play mobile games. And 39% of that gaming population spend more of their time playing mobile games. Once 5G becomes prevalent in our region, those numbers are expected to grow.

If you're interested in the report, you can read it for more details here. For those who have, what do you think about it? Do you spend most of your free time playing mobile games? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more interesting news like this.


Report says gamers tend to prefer getting digital copies over physical ones

If you are in the gaming community, chances are your fellow gamers would tell you that getting a physical copy is much better than a digital copy. However, a new Year in Number 2022 by GameIndustry.biz says otherwise, as it's the total opposite.

In the new year-end report, data analysis company Newzoo and many others provided some interesting insights on the gaming industry this year. In terms of physical vs digital game copies revenue, the latter dwarfed it by almost 10 times with $173.8 billion against $10.7 billion. For console gaming, digital copies lead by a wide percentage of 72% vs 28% but it's even worst for PC with 98% vs 2%.

That being said, the console market has only included figures from Sony and Microsoft for their PlayStation and Xbox games. So this leaves out Nintendo but the number of digital copies could be much higher if the company did provide digital sales. As a gamer myself, getting a digital copy is much more convenient as well is cheaper during promotional periods.

Other than that, the infographics also provided other interesting details. This includes best-selling boxed games of the year for the United Kingdom, Japan and the US, the most highly and lowest rated game on Metacritic, the most viewed game trailers and many others. You can check them out right over here.

Do you prefer getting a physical or digital copy? Let us know in the comments below and do stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Report states that Samsung Galaxy A42 could be the cheapest 5G smartphone

Based on a statement by sammobile.com, it seems that Samsung’s upcoming smartphone which is the Samsung Galaxy A42 could be their cheapest 5G capable smartphone. In terms of the release date, our source has mentioned that the aforementioned device is expected to be unveiled somewhere around 2021.

While not much is exactly known in regards to the Samsung Galaxy A42, there could be a possibility that Samsung could introduce wireless charging to the Galaxy A series. With all that said, do take some of the information provided with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting the smartphone in question as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Report states that the Samsung Galaxy F62 could be one of the thinnest Galaxy phone to date

Based on a statement by 91mobiles.com, it seems that details regarding the Samsung Galaxy F62 hint that the smartphone might be one of the thinnest ever made by Samsung to date. While not much is known in regards to the exact dimensions of the device, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when the smartphone is officially available in the global market.

In terms of the tech specs, the Galaxy F62 is expected to come equipped with the Exynos 9825 chipset, 6GB RAM, up to a 6.7-inch display, as well as a 7000mAh internal battery. Unfortunately, there is no information in regards to the front and rear camera spec for now.

Do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs at this moment.

What are your thoughts on the Galaxy F62 being the thinnest smartphone made by Samsung? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


After Xiaomi CyberDog, Xpeng is developing a rideable robot unicorn for the kids

After Xiaomi launches a CyberDog, another Chinese company is continuing the trend by developing a robotic unicorn. According to the source, Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng's upcoming robot will target the children market by being rideable. Not only that but there are also other features that you might be interested, as an adult.

The company has released a teaser explaining the main features of the robotic unicorn. Besides autonomous driving, the AI functions will also help the machine navigate different terrains, recognize objects and obstacles, and provide "emotional interactions". Voice recognition is also part of the deal to allow better human interactions.

It is said that Xpeng is currently looking for more people from varying fields like automobiles, AI systems, and others in China and the United States to make the project come true. If it's a success, they might build an adult-sized version of the product. That's when you could realize your dream by riding a unicorn (hmmmm).

Currently, there are not many details about the machine, and the price hasn't been revealed as well. Drop a comment to let us know what you think about this invention. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more awesome tech news.


Report suggests that POCO F4 Pro 5G has been cancelled

POCO is preparing to launch the POCO F4 5G globally. If you missed the news last night, we basically already know all of the tech specs as it's said to be a rebranded Redmi K40S. However, we thought that POCO saved up some surprise for us as there would be a POCO F4 Pro 5G, but it seems like it's not the case anymore.

According to this new report, POCO has ditched the Pro variant. Xiaomi worked on the internal MIUI builds for the Poco F4 Pro 5G until 19 April, and it has been two months since the release of the last software build. Therefore, it suggests that the device might have already been cancelled.

The POCO F4 Pro 5G is supposed to be a rebranded Redmi K50 Pro. It would bring a 2K AMOLED display that supports Dolby Vision and get powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 9000 chipset. Since it might have been taken out of POCO's future plan, we shouldn't put too much hope on seeing those specs on a POCO device at this point.

What do you think about the news? Share your thoughts with us by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


Reporter notes Meizu Super mCharge can fully charge in 18 minutes

During at the MWC 2017, Meizu demonstrated their upcoming Super mCharge technology to the public, which they claimed that it is capable of fully charge a phone within 20 minutes or so. This time, a Taiwanese reported went to Meizu’s HQ to check it out himself, and this is what he has to report.

According to the reporter, a phone was tested and it only took 18 minutes and 12 seconds to go fully charge from 0%. Despite the supersonic speed charging, there was no sign of overheating, the reason being that the Super mCharge charging conversion efficiency of 98% is close to the theoretical limit of 100%; meaning, little energy was lost to the heat as well as other factors that was not mentioned by Meizu’s Research and Development official. Moreover, despite the success rate of the super fast charging, Meizu is still testing their battery cycles just to make it works safely in their smartpones before getting a green light, they are probably making a type of lithium battery to be compatible.

What do you think of Meizu’s Super mCharge technology? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Meizu news at TechNave.com.


Reports hint that the Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 unveiling around Q2 2021

Based on a statement by ithome.com, it seems that the Xiaomi Mi MIX 4 will most likely be unveiled around Q1 2021 after the launch of the Xiaomi Mi 11. While not much is known in regards to the exact tech specs and release date of the smartphone in question, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it is officially released in the global market.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement on the exact release date of the Xiaomi Mi MIX 4. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

Would you be interested in getting the smartphone in question as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Reports of the Apple Watch SE overheating spotted in South Korea

Based on a statement by appleinsider.com, it seems that there were a bunch of reports on Reddit stating that a bunch of Apple Watch SE have been overheating in South Korea. However, the thread on Reddit did mention that it is most likely a local issue, as there is no statement on whether the overheating issue has been happening outside of South Korea.

AppleInsider noted that the source of the heat seems to be originating from the same area of the Apple Watch SE, while some noted heat damage on the charging section which caused a user to suffer a burn on their wrist. With that said, if your electronic device heats up to unacceptable levels, it is best to get it checked in order to avoid damaging your device or cause bodily harm.

What are your thoughts on the Apple Watch SE experiencing overheating issues in South Korea? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Reports state that the iPhone 12 series battery capacity starts from as low as 2227mAh

Based on a statement by tecnoblog.net, it seems that they’ve found a bunch of documentation regarding the iPhone 12 series which states that the battery starts from as low as 2777mAh for the iPhone 12 Mini. The iPhone 12, on the other hand, comes equipped with a 2815mAh battery which is smaller than the 3110mAh battery of the iPhone 11.

As for the Pro and the Pro Max variant, our source mentioned that they both come equipped with a 2775mAh and 3687mAh battery respectively which is quite small compared to today’s flagship standards. The reasoning for equipped with series with a smaller battery is likely because the chipset, which is the A14 Bionic Chip, is much more energy efficient which allows the smartphone to stay powered for longer.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. What are your thoughts on the iPhone 12 series coming equipped with a battery as small as 2227mAh? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Reports states that Apple won't release the new iPhone SE in H1 2021

Based on a statement by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, it seems that Apple might not be releasing the new iPhone SE around H1 2021. With that being said, we can expect the aforementioned smartphone will most likely be unveiled somewhere around early H2 2021 as releasing any later would most likely clash with the launch of the iPhone 13 series.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the new iPhone SE if it were to be unveiled by next year.

What are your thoughts on Apple not releasing the iPhone SE in the first half of 2021? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Reports suggests Apple's mixed-reality headset will have a whopping 15 camera sensors

It seems that a report by Apple Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo stated that Apple’s upcoming mix-reality headset will come equipped with up to 15 camera sensors, as well as an “innovative biometric” technology. Of the 15 sensors, 8 of them will be used for augmented reality video experience, 1 for detecting the environment as well as the objects around the headset, and the remaining 6 will be used for biometrics.

While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect in the local market. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

Also, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. With all that said, what are your thoughts on Apple’s upcoming mix-reality headset coming equipped with up to 15 camera sensors? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Reputable analyst claims iPad mini with 120Hz ProMotion display is unlikely to happen

An exciting rumour has popped up recently claiming that the iPad mini 7 would feature 120Hz ProMotion. However, reputable display industry analyst Ross Young says he would be 'surprised' if it's accurate, which tells us that it might not happen.

Young, an analyst from the Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), mentions that the current iPad mini 6 uses a-Si LCD backplane technology. A-si, or amorphous silicon, is the display tech famous for its low cost and relatively simple production process. Most importantly, it's incompatible with ProMotion. Therefore, if Apple were to use ProMotion on the upcoming iPad mini, it would have to switch to a different display.

@DSCCRoss Have you heard anything about an iPad mini 7 with 120Hz ProMotion?https://t.co/7Jd5cO1wls

Earlier, another rumour suggested that the tech giant is testing a Samsung-supplied display for a future iPad mini in the same 8.3-inch factor that will support ProMotion technology. This makes us question if Apple's still planning on it, even with the analyst claiming it's unlikely to happen.

What do you think about the news? Does an iPad mini with ProMotion technology attract you? Leave a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more Apple reports.


Reputable analyst claims that no huge camera upgrades for Apple iPhone 15 Pro

It seems like Apple has given its best for the iPhone 14 Pro's cameras this year. According to the latest report, the next iPhone Pro would not deliver any huge upgrades in the camera department.

According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 15 Pro models will not get an 8P lens this year. The 8P refers to the number of lenses a camera uses, and they're the plastic elements that help the camera improve picture quality and reduce distortion. Although it's not the kind of camera spec everyone would be interested in, it's still sad knowing it won't make it to the new iPhone.

However, it might not be so big of a deal, as Apple has gradually increased the number of camera lenses over the years to improve the iPhone's photo and video abilities. Therefore, the company should still end up doing it, but not for the iPhone 15. A separate rumour says that the iPhone 15 Ultra could get a periscope camera that has long existed on some Android flagships, so this might be something we can look forward to in the next-generation iPhones.

What do you think about the news? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Reputable analyst claims the new Apple MacBook Air will arrive by this year with a redesign

Not even a day after the Apple event, new information regarding the upcoming MacBook Air has arrived. Reputable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that the laptop will be launching by this year, and it's coming with a new design.

The earlier event didn't announce any new MacBook products, so there's a high possibility for Apple to introduce them at the next event. According to the analyst, Apple is supposed to kick off the production in the second or third quarter. Therefore, we can expect that to happen around this time frame.

Furthermore, the new design is said to be aligned with the current MacBook Pro lineup and offers up to seven colour options. Some options might also come with white bezels alongside a white keyboard, which is something new for the product line. Besides that, the thickness and weight should be reduced too.

What do you think about the news? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech rumours.


After Xiaomi, Hugo Barra is now with Facebook’s Oculus

We have announced that Hugo Barra has left Xiaomi recently, and will be heading back to Silicon Valley for his next stage in his career. Well, we now know where he is heading to. Mark Zuckerberg just announced on his Facebook page that Hugo will be joining the Facebook team, specifically the Oculus team.

Hugo was instrumental as the global face when he was at Xiaomi. He was the name that most tech titles associate with when talking about Xiaomi. Now as the head of the virtual reality team in Facebook, he will be overseeing the push that Facebook is taking in both virtual reality as well as augmented reality, and we will definitely see more from Oculus with Hugo at the helm.

We would like to wish Hugo Barra all the best with his next step in his career, and we are looking forward to see more new stuff from Oculus pretty soon.


Reputable source claims that HONOR is working on phones with Google Mobile Services

After Huawei sold off HONOR, the public has started to question whether HONOR will regain access to Google Mobile Services (GMS). Now, it looks like that the answer has been revealed with a reputable Russian newspaper reported that the smartphone company is working on a new line that runs the GMS.

It is said that the change is likely to take effect starting from the HONOR X11 and HONOR 40, but it is also possible that the company will introduce new lines of smartphones. For the upcoming HONOR V40 series, it won't be supporting GMS as it was developed under the ownership of Huawei.

Furthermore, an insider claims that the new HONOR smartphones will still have access to Huawei's AppGallery despite the split. However, the devices will not have easy access to Huawei Mobile Services (HMS). It is mentioned that HONOR has been releasing smartphones that don't support GMS for over 18 months. Luckily, things might start to change with this news.

Let us know what you think about this news on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone news.


Reputable tipster claims that Redmi K50 Gaming will feature MTK Dimensity 9000

We've seen some rumours about the upcoming Redmi K50 Gaming recently. All we know is that the device will for sure become another fan-favourite with all those eye-catching tech specs, including a 120Hz or 144Hz refresh rate display and 108MP primary camera. Now, it gets further rumoured to feature MediaTek's latest flagship chip, Dimensity 9000.

The information came from a reputable tipster named Digital Chat Station. Not only that, but the tipster also revealed that the standard variant would sport a 64MP camera. Therefore, the 108MP might be reserved for the higher variant. Furthermore, the device is also expected to have a flat display with a 5,000mAh battery underneath it.

This time, Xiaomi might have also made some changes to the internal structure. According to the source, the changes are to accommodate a better cooling solution. It's still unsure when the Redmi K50 Gaming will debut, but the last Redmi K40 Gaming's launch points us to a Q1 2022 time frame.

Are you excited about seeing the Redmi K50 Gaming? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


Reputable tipster claims that Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra will support 45W fast charging, not 25W

Earlier, the news was out claiming that all upcoming models of the Samsung Galaxy S22 series would feature 25W fast charging, and we can't say that we're not disappointed. However, the latest source has a different saying by pointing out that the Galaxy S22 Ultra will actually bring 45W charging capacity when it launches.

According to reputable tipster Ice Universe, the Ultra variant of the next Galaxy series will bring 45W fast charging back. It's worth mentioning that Samsung has once adopted the technology on the Galaxy S20 Ultra but somehow skipped it for the Galaxy S21 Ultra this year. Therefore, it's "bringing it back" rather than something new.

The battery that supports the mentioned charging capacity is expected to come with 5,000mAh of power, the same as the current Galaxy S21 Ultra. Unfortunately, the vanilla variant and also the Plus will stick to the 25W charging. Other than higher charging capacity, the S22 Ultra will also have S-Pen support, but this time, it could come with a slot for the accessory as well.

After seeing this news, are you giving the Galaxy S22 series another chance? Let us know by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


Reputable tipster claims that Xiaomi Mix 5 will not arrive this year

After presenting the Xiaomi 12 series, the Chinese company still has a few other flagships waiting to launch this year. Unfortunately, it looks like a device will be scrapped off the list, and it's the Xiaomi Mix 5.

According to the latest information from reputable tipster Ice Universe, the Xiaomi Mix 4 will not get its successor in 2022. However, the company will proceed with launching its next-generation folding device, which is the Xiaomi Mix Fold 2. The device is expected to arrive in June and is exclusive to China only, just like previous Mix devices.

Although there will be no standard Mix flagship, the Mix Fold 2 should be something that can carry all the weight on its shoulders. The device with model number 22061218C and codename 'zizhan' is said to be the first folding device with a 360-degree hinge. It is also expected to get equipped with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chip and a 2.5K LTPO high refresh rate internal screen. Previous rumour suggests that the Mix Fold 2 would have improved crease too.

What do you think about the news? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


Reputable tipster claims that Xiaomi Mix Fold 2 will have significantly improved crease

The Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold is almost due now, considering that it launched last April. Just in time, new information regarding the Mix Fold 2 has arrived, and one of them tells us that the device would have a significantly improved crease compared to the predecessor.

Reputable tipster Digital Chat Station claims that the Mix Fold 2 will sport an internal screen size of 8-inch and a cover display size of 6.5-inch. Both of them will also support a 120Hz refresh rate with DC dimming for eye protection. However, it looks like only the internal one will get LTPO. Besides that, it will continue the book-folding style too.

For improving the crease, it's still unknown how the smartphone manufacturer will achieve that, but we might get to find out soon as we're approaching April. The device could get powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ as well, opposed to the rumours from last year that claim it will pack Samsung-made Snapdragon 8 Gen 1.

Are you excited about the announcement of the next-gen Xiaomi folding smartphone? Drop a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest smartphone report.


Reputable tipster is 100% sure that the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra will feature 200MP camera

We all know that the recent mocking ads are not enough to dim the light of the newly-launch iPhone 14 series, and Samsung can only truly fight back with the next flagship series launch. We are now getting confirmation of the Galaxy S23 Ultra offering a 200MP camera, and that's an answer!

Reputable tipster Ice Universe is the one that brought the news. It's said that the Galaxy S23 Ultra is 100 per cent to feature a 200MP camera. The sensor used would have a size of 1/1.3 inches and 0.6μm sized pixels. There's also a larger aperture of f/1.7 for getting in more light. The current Galaxy S22 Ultra only features a 108MP sensor. It has a 1/1.33 inch size, 0.8µm pixels and an f/1.8 aperture.

Furthermore, the tipster also claimed that the sensor used on the Galaxy S23 Ultra would be smaller than some sensors on other Android premium offerings coming next year. Although Samsung already has the 200MP HP1 and HP3 sensors, the company is not likely to use them. It's said that a new 200MP sensor would get exclusively customized for the upcoming flagship.

Are you ready for the other surprises the Galaxy S23 series will bring? Share how you feel by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


Reputable tipster reveals chip and camera details of upcoming OPPO Reno 9 series

OPPO is quick at refreshing its Reno smartphone series, and that's a thing we always know. Therefore, it's not surprising to get information regarding the next-gen Reno smartphones now, even though the Reno 8 only came out a few months ago. With that said, a reputable tipster has revealed the chipset and camera tech specs of the upcoming Reno 9 series.

According to Digital Chat Station, the Reno 9 Pro would get equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 778G. The previous Reno 8 Pro packs the latest Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, so it's unknown why the company is going backwards. Furthermore, the tipster also tipped on the camera, saying that the device will feature a 64MP primary sensor.

Besides the Reno 9 Pro, there could be two other devices arriving from the series, Reno 9 and Reno 9 Pro Plus. The top variant could get powered by the MediaTek MT6895 chip, which is the Dimensity 8100. It would also feature a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera. Other speculations include a 4,500mAh battery and a new Red colour option.

The Reno 9 could arrive as early as November. Meanwhile, OPPO is also rumoured to launch its Find N2 foldable phone and a clamshell phone in December. If all of these happened, it would be an eventful Q4 for the company. What do you think about the Reno 9 series' tech specs? Drop a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Reputable tipster says that Samsung is preparing a folding tablet

We all know that Samsung will present its new generation of folding smartphones on 10 August, which is just a few days away. However, there might be another thing being kept secret by the company. A reputable tipster, Ice Universe, claims that the Korean tech giant could be preparing a folding tablet.

Although it might not surprise some of us, since we already have folding smartphones, why not folding tablets? Nevertheless, the brand making it is still some news regarding what folding mechanism and display it'll use to attract attention.

Furthermore, the tipster has also taken his guess about when the tablet would launch. It's said it could arrive alongside the Galaxy Tab S9 next year, but there's still no guarantee as Samsung skipped one year for the Galaxy Tab S8 after the Tab S7. Therefore, we might only see it in 2024. Another possibility would be alongside the Galaxy S23 or Galaxy S24.

It's worth mentioning that this is the initial rumour and should be taken in with a pinch of salt. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report. If you had anything to say, you could totally leave a comment for us!


Research finds out that YouTube doesn't really bother with what you don't like

The motive behind clicking on the 'dislike' or 'not interested' buttons on YouTube is hoping the platform will help you filter out unwanted content. However, new research claims that those buttons might not be much of a help doing that, as YouTube would still bring up similar videos.

The researchers at Mozilla use video recommendations data from more than 20,000 YouTube users to find out if the buttons such as "not interested," "dislike," "stop recommending channel," and "remove from watch history" are effective at all. Surprisingly, the buttons would still allow more than half of the recommendations similar to the videos that the user negatively reacted to, and sometimes wouldn't even affect the recommendations completely.

The results came through using the data collected from over 500 million recommended videos, with research assistants creating over 44,000 pairs of videos — one "rejected" video alongside a video recommended by YouTube. The researchers then assessed the pairs and used machine learning to decide whether the recommendation was too similar to the video a user rejected. It turned out that the "dislike" and "not interested" were only "marginally effective" at preventing bad recommendations, preventing 12 per cent and 11 per cent of bad recommendations, respectively. Meanwhile, the "don't recommend channel" and "remove from history" buttons were slightly more effective by preventing 43 per cent and 29 per cent of bad recommendations.

In response to the research, YouTube spokesperson Elena Hernandez says that these behaviours are intentional as the platform doesn't try to block all content related to a topic. "Importantly, our controls do not filter out entire topics or viewpoints, as this could have negative effects for viewers, like creating echo chambers," Hernandez told The Verge. "We welcome academic research on our platform, which is why we recently expanded Data API access through our YouTube Researcher Program. Mozilla's report doesn't take into account how our systems actually work, and therefore it's difficult for us to glean many insights."

What do you think about the research? Do you usually get to see videos similar to the ones you dislike on YouTube? Leave a comment to let us know your opinion, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Researcher found out that Twitter has started to test Facebook-style reactions

Again, Twitter is working on another new feature that allows users to express more emotions like we're doing on Facebook. Recently, we've seen the social media platform testing features like Tip Jar and Super Follow. This new one could more interesting as it'll be available to all users instead of targeting to monetize the platform.

The feature is discovered by the same researcher named Jane Manchun Wong. Instead of giving likes, users could “Cheer”, “Hmm”, “Sad”, “Haha” on others' tweets in the future. We think this is a good one as sometimes it feels a little bit off liking a sad tweet after we're so used to the reactions offered by Facebook.

Twitter is working on Tweet Reactions view:“Likes”, “Cheer”, “Hmm”, “Sad”, “Haha”The icons for the Cheer and Sad reactions are WIP and shown as the generic heart one at the moment https://t.co/ZCBhH8z7JR pic.twitter.com/dGqq1CzIis

Other than those features mentioned, Twitter is also planning to introduce a subscription service called Twitter Blue. With monthly payment, users can enjoy more features including changing the colour of the interface, bookmark tweets, cancel posted posts, and gain access to Reading View.

Let us know what you think about this upcoming Twitter feature on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech-related news.


After alienating Huawei, US President now wants 5G and 6G

While we're all still working on the eventual roll-out of 5G networks, current US President Donald J. Trump recently tweeted that he wants “... 5G, and even 6G, technology in the United States as soon as possible.” Considering that the US has just charged Huawei, the biggest provider of networking equipment in the world AND the most likely source of future 5G and 6G networks (which doesn't exist yet), for breaking US sanctions on top of banning their smartphones and other equipment from being sold in the US for years... we can't help but do a facepalm. No US networks have actually rolled out any 5G networks (while Penangites just got a taste of it with the recent YTL and Yes Terragraph trial).

We assume that the tweet is in response to the recent OpenSignal report on 5G, which shows that the US is right in the middle compared to other countries when it comes to 4G Download Speeds (sorry Malaysians, we're in the bottom half). Interestingly enough, the United Kingdom (which is in the top half) has said that they have found no proof of wrongdoing from Huawei and are currently working on a guide to mitigate risks, indicating that they probably won't ban Huawei 5G networks in the United Kingdom.

We're not experts in corporate espionage, but if a country like the United Kingdom which has “arguably the toughest and most rigorous oversight regime in the world for Huawei” says so, we'd probably have to agree with their assessment. As we Malaysians continue to roll out 5G networks (and may just get them before the US, lol) feel free to check out the tweet for yourself below.

I want 5G, and even 6G, technology in the United States as soon as possible. It is far more powerful, faster, and smarter than the current standard. American companies must step up their efforts, or get left behind. There is no reason that we should be lagging behind on something that is so obviously the future. I want the United States to win through competition, not by blocking out currently more advanced technologies. We must always be the leader in everything we do, especially when it comes to the very exciting world of technology!


Researchers creates a 1000-core processor

If you think that deca-core processor in your smartphone is the best in the market – researchers at UC Davis has recently trumped it with a 1000 core processor that leaves others in the dust.

This research project allows parallel tasks to be done faster than ever before – tasks like encryption, number crunching for scientific data and research, as well as video encoding. The processor is built on a 32 nanometer process, when other processors are being built using 14 nanometer these days. However the performance is not the only factor here. The processor can shut down individual cores at will, and it can handle 115 billion instructions while only using 0.7 watts of power. An AA battery is enough to power it!

While this processor will not come to market, it does pave the way for future technologies where we may see hundred-core processors coming to a desktop near you, or even to your smartphone in your pocket. Imagine what you can do with that processing power.


Researchers creates a Rubik’s cube screen

Let’s face it – smartphone designs has been stagnating for the past few years. We may see leaps and jumps for the internal technologies but outwardly it has been the standard large slab of glass at the front of the device. University of Bristol's Interaction Group may have something new in the works. They have designed a slick new reconfigurable form for touchscreen displays. The Cubimorph is a single display built out of smaller, six-sided display cubes that are daisy-chained together and can be repositioned up to the users needs.

Thanks to the nature of the device, the combination of screens is almost limitless. A large screen, game controller, compact display -there are many ways to rearrange the display cubes. For those who do not know how to and what form of screen they want, there will be an algorithm that can help users create the most optimum form for their need.

The display is still in research stage for now but we may just see the display being mass produced in the near future.


Researchers discovered a new way to identify people through their breath, can it be used to unlock a phone?

At the moment, there are two best ways to unlock your phone - using a fingerprint scanner or face recognition. Both are easy and quick, and there seem to be no other ways, but it seems that a team of researchers from Kyushu University and the University of Tokyo in Japan just brought a breath of fresh ideas to the table (pun intended).

Yes, as the title says - using your breath could potentially be a new way to unlock your phone. The team said that each of us has unique chemistry in our breath which can be identified for diseases, like diabetes. They tested using a 16-channel odour sensor to analyze each person's breath of chemical composition, which can also identify several odours.

During their research, the breathing accuracy rate of a unique person is 97.8% person which is surprisingly high. It's only behind fingerprint scanning at 98.6%, whereas facial recognition remains the highest at 99.97%. Although the team has yet to create a device that is attached to a phone for breath recognition, we think it could be bonkers if that happens.

Of course, the research of this study is fairly new so there's nothing much to add to the world of smartphones. The team may not have thought of that yet but what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Resellers are selling the NFC-enabled Touch n' Go card for as high as RM198

It's still difficult for some to get the new NFC-enabled Touch n' Go (TnG) card, but there are also some who may have easy access are buying the cards in bulk and selling them at high prices. That said, netizens have taken matters to social media to express their anger toward those doing the evil deed.

According to one of the screenshots shared by a Twitter user, the NFC-enabled TnG card, which costs RM10, was spotted getting listed for RM75 and RM80 on the online shopping platform Shopee. The same user also demanded Touch 'n Go and the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) to investigate the matter by sharing the profiles of the sellers.

Anak setan mana borong kad tng pastu jual sampai 800% harga asal ni? Takde tindakan ke @MyTouchnGo @kpdnhep pic.twitter.com/8XvDf1HD3n

After that, the tweet attracted even more users to share similar stories. One has discovered a reseller pricing the card at a whopping RM120, while the other shared a screenshot of the same card getting sold for RM198. Of course, they have gained Touch n' Go's attention, and the official Twitter account replied to one of the users by advising the public "to make card purchases via eWallet or at TNG HUB NU Sentral to avoid buying cards at high prices."

Therefore, if you want to get the card at the normal price someday, you should stop buying it from these sellers. Leave a comment to let us know what you think about the news, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more local tech reports.


Resident Evil 4 remake may be in development, scheduled for 2022 release

It seems that we are entering into the age of remakes and remastered for old school games. Resident Evil 2 was a popular hit among fans and we only got Resident Evil 3 remake just a few days ago. And about a few hours ago, there are reports that Capcom have greenlit Resident Evil 4 and it's now in development.

While that may sound exciting for the Resident Evil and gaming fans (but many also prefer a Resident Evil Code Veronica remake, as seen on Twitter), this news is not exactly confirmed by Capcom as they have yet to make an official statement. It's said that the original game director, Shinji Mikami, declined the project but gave his blessings and offered advice on the direction to M-two Studio who is helming the remake. According to reports, the RE4 remake has been in development since 2018 and it's scheduled for 2022 released.

BTW, according to at least one strong source, at one point:M-Two = Mikami-Minami But it didn't officially happen.

Given that the original RE4 was Capcom's highest-rated game in their catalogue (selling 7.5 million copies worldwide), it makes sense to remake the game from a business point of view. RE2 remake sales are reaching 6 million which exceeded expectations and RE3 remake has lower sales, but that can be forgiven due to the outbreak. Fun fact - RE4 popularized the Third-Person Shooter view which many games nowadays followed suit.

But what do you think? Do we need an RE4 remake? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more gaming news at TechNave.com.


Rest in Peace, ookyo.

Earlier today, ookyo recently updated their website stating that they will be "turning RED" on 21 January 2020. With that said, all existing ookyo subscribers will be ported over to Hotlink RED on the aforementioned date and they will also be given 8GB of free internet data with non-Stop Social worth RM45.

Furthermore, ookyo has mentioned that they will no longer be accepting new customers starting today. For those who have already ordered a new ookyo plan, they will still send the SIM over to you and it will be ported over to Hotlink RED when the time comes.

Head over to ookyo’s official website if you want to find out more information. What are your thoughts about ookyo merging with Hotlink RED? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com


Restaurant and convenience stores can operate until 2AM

Based on a statement by @KKMPutrajaya on Twitter, it seems that the operating hours for restaurants, as well as convenience stores such as 7-Eleven and Family Mart, will be allowed to operate until 2AM. While the new operating hours are expected to come into full effect from today onwards, some businesses might need time to reallocate manpower in order to remain operational past midnight.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the new operating hours for restaurants and convenience stores? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.

PKPD Pentadbiran turut dilaksanakan di Penjara Tawau, Sabah berkuatkuasa 12.01 malam ini (11 September sehingga 25 September)


Retail box of the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 leaked showcasing tech specs

Based on the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 retail boxed leaked courtesy of @dryab on Twitter. It seems that most of the specs previously reported seems to match up such as the 6.4-inch Super AMOLED Display QHD+ Resolution, Dual 12MP+12MP rear camera, 8MP front facing selfie camera, 128GB internal storage, 6GB of RAM, and a large (finally!) 4000mAh non-removable battery.

Other than tech specs, the device also comes with an IP68 rating which protects it from water and dust damage, biometric security sensors such as iris scanner and fingerprint scanner as well. The Samsung Galaxy Note 9 will be announced next week in New York City so stay tuned to TechNave.com as we provide a live coverage of the announcement event.


Retail packaging box of Sony WH-1000XM5 confirms its design change

Remember the renders of the Sony WH-1000XM5 that showed up earlier? Well, those might be accurate after all, as the headphones' packaging box appeared in the wild and showed the same design. However, it also proves us wrong on one of the speculated features, or maybe not.

The retail packaging box of the highly-anticipated headphones has the same thing we saw printed on it. It sports a thinner juncture between the headphones and the headband, with the earcups looking slightly larger than the ones on the predecessor. The colour scheme is basically the same as well.

However, the battery feature spotted on the box has some conflicts with the previous rumours. According to earlier report, the Sony WH-1000XM5 should bring 40 hours of battery life, but the box has a '30 hours' printed on it. Depsite that, the source assumes that the 30 hours could refer to how long the headphones can last when Sony's Hi-Res LDAC audio coding technology is enabled. Meanwhile, it would still last as long as 40 hours when the technology is turned off.

Will you be interested in getting the next-gen powerful Sony headphones? Share you thoughts with us by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget news.


Returnees from Singapore must have entry permit, Putrajaya to issue 400 permits daily

There are many fellow Malaysians that have been stuck in Singapore for the last few weeks, but the situation is finally taking a turn for the better. Senior Minister Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob has announced that people who are stuck in Singapore can begin to return, but must do so with an entry permit.

According to The Star, the Malaysian High Commission (MHC) will issue entry permits to those who want to return from Singapore starting tomorrow (27 April 2020). To get an entry permit, applicants must email their details to the MHC at [email protected] The info required includes your name, IC number, passport number, expected departure date, and other relevant documents like your working pass, student pass, or permanent resident pass.

Note that the details must be submitted two days before your expected departure from Singapore. Once your application is approved, the entry permit will be emailed to you. You will then need to show the document at the immigration counter. Also, note that the number of entry permits will be limited to 400 daily.

If you're planning to come back soon, make sure to apply for the entry permit as soon as you can. Those who want to travel between states during the movement control order (MCO) can also do so through the Gerak Malaysia app. With that said, what are your thoughts on the measures our government has come up with? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com.


After launching the M2 Pro back in July, POCO is coming back with the standard M2 soon

If you were wondering why POCO released the M2 Pro without a standard variant coming with it, your doubt will now be cleared. After dropping the POCO M2 Pro back in July, the brand is now going to launch the vanilla POCO M2 on 8 September, which is the date before the POCO X3 NFC makes its global debut.

According to a promo page set up by India's Flipkart, the smartphone will come with a big screen and a big battery. However, the site didn't mention how 'big' will they be. The promo image has also revealed a waterdrop notch to house the selfie camera on the screen. Other than that, the brand has promised that the device is able to capture "epic HD photos" as well.

It's time to change all your WTF moments to #PowerFTW moments.Get ready, the #POCOM2 is arriving on 08th September at 12 noon on @Flipkart.Know more here: https://t.co/IhIRnUwfngRT & get a chance to win the new POCO phone.2000 RTs - 1 3000 RTs - 2 5000 RTs - 4 pic.twitter.com/U6DGxP6ton

The POCO M2 Pro was launched with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 720G chipset and sports a 6.67-inch FHD panel. It also packs a 5000mAh battery that supports 33W fast-charging. For now, it is unsure if the POCO M2 will have overall lower tech specs than the Pro variant as not much information has been announced.

Let us know what you think about the POCO M2 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


Review any Huawei products and stand a chance to win vouchers worth RM30 each

In conjunction with Huawei Online Store's 5th year anniversary, from 30 April until 12 May 2019, stand a chance to win vouchers worth RM30 simply by leaving a review on any devices on Huawei’s Official Online Store.

To be more specific, simply head over to Huawei’s Official Online Store and log into your account. Select any of the products that you wish to review and click “My Reviews” in the “Review” section, then select “Write A Review” and leave your thoughts on the products. Lastly, head over to “My Account”, then click on the “Coupon” section to claim your coupon after 7 days of writing the review. For more information, head over to Huawei's Official Facebook Page, and  stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Revised Sony PS5 could have poorer thermal performance

Last week, a revised version of the Sony PlayStation 5 (PS5) was quietly released in Japan and Australia. A notable change for this version is that it was slightly lighter, prompting speculation about whether components inside have been changed. Well, the answer seems to be yes.

Based on a teardown video by Austin Evans, the revised Sony PS5 has a new fan module, smaller heatsink, and a different set of WiFi antennas. These are believed to be the components that have caused the weight reduction. The YouTuber also ran a series of manual tests to find the difference between the original and revised models. It's noted that the latter is quieter but also runs hotter, which is clearly due to the change in components.

Allegedly, Sony is finally not taking a loss with the production of the PS5, which could be proof that the company made this revised version to cut costs. It might not even be that big of a deal, as long as the heat increase isn't significant. Of course, that's hard to say for sure if you factor in a secondary NVMe SSD. In fact, Sony has begun testing storage expansion of up to 4TB via a secondary SSD, so it's definitely something to consider.

From what we gather, this probably won't be a deal-breaker for people looking to get a Sony PS5. If you're concerned, you'll just have to make sure you get the original model. Having said that, what do you think about the news? Share your comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Revised Sony PS5 model comes with minor changes, rolls out first in Australia

Remember that rumour about a lighter variant of the Sony PlayStation 5 (PS5)? The source is pretty official so we know it's true, but no one knew when it would be launching. Well, it turns out that the launch happened sooner than we expected. In fact, sources claim to have spotted the new variant in Australia.

According to Press-Start (via VGC), a new variant of the Sony PS5 (Disc Edition) with the model number CFI-1102A was found in Australia. This new variant is much lighter at 3.6kg (vs 3.9kg), which means that Sony did something to reduce the weight. The changes are probably related to the material or components used for the console since there's a global shortage that's affecting many industries. Sony also provided a new textured screw, so you can attach the stand without using a screwdriver.

You can now attach the stand without a screwdriver

Sony could also have tweaked the wireless connectivity for the console, though there aren't any confirmations on that. Allegedly, the company registered a WiFi module in May 2021 and could have used it for the new variant. This new WiFi module reduces the peak antenna gain for the 2.4GHz band to 4.0/3.5dBi (from 6.0/6.0dBi), while boosting the gain for the 5GHz band to 6.0/4.5dBi (from 5.0/3.5dBi). In theory, this means that the new variant can receive the 5GHz band WiFi signal at a farther distance. Of course, it's hard to tell how useful this change would actually be.

We also don't know if Sony will bring in this new variant in Malaysia. But when you finally get your hands on a Sony PS5, you could check and see if the one you got is lighter or has a different model number from the launch model. With that said, have any of you been able to pre-order the next-gen console? Let us know what games you plan to play on it! For more news like this, please stay tuned to TechNave.


Rian Johnson unveiled that movie villains aren't allowed to use an Apple iPhone on screen

So here's an interesting fun fact - Did you know that villains in movies aren't allowed to hold an iPhone? While that might sound bizarre but it's true. This came out of the hat from Rian Johnson, the director of Knives Out in his "break down scene" with Vanity Fair.

At the 2.55 minute mark of the video, Johnson was a bit neglected at first but he decided to let out a secret between Apple and movie directors. He said "Another funny thing … I don’t know if I should say this or not, haha! … It’s very interesting. Apple, they let you use iPhones in movies, but — and this is very pivotal, if you’re ever watching a mystery movie — bad guys cannot have iPhones on camera.”

Wow, that's a pretty big revelation but I suppose it does make sense. Apple is one of the biggest brands in the world so they would want to portray their devices under the good light for the sake of reputation. With this fun trivia, I guess you ought to pay more attention to the little details in movies now to see who is the bad guy (lol).

“Every single filmmaker who has a bad guy in their movie that’s supposed to be a secret wants to murder me right now,” said Johnson. Well, who knows, Johnson, you might want to watch your back. Stay tuned for more fun tech news at TechNave.com!


Riang Ria Raya campaign by Lazada for bigger online shopping experience for Malaysians

Lazada and partners taking a group photo

Today, Lazada has launched a new campaign called Riang Ria Raya. Under the theme Nikmat Dikongsi Bersama, the campaign is aimed at bringing loved brands, exciting partnerships and promotions, products, and a mega contest with giveaways - on top of enhanced services and online shopping experience - to help Malaysians get the most out of their Hari Raya shopping on Lazada.

"We have been able to elevate the shopping experience for our customers, and to become bigger and better, thanks to the support and engagement from Malaysians. The Riang Ria Raya is really a showcase of the best of online shopping - massive choice, convenience and great value - brought by Lazada." said Hans-Peter Ressel, CEO, Lazada Malaysia.

Hans-Peter Ressel, CEO of Lazada Malaysia, talking about their plans for 2016, and how these key business strategies will shape Lazada's best year so far

"We have more than 12000 merchants offering approximately six million local, international and exclusive products across wide-ranging categories including fashion, home and living, health and beauty, consumer electronics and appliances, and mobiles and tablets. All these accessible with a just a look or touch-of-screen, anytime." Hans concluded.

To add on to that, Lazada just recently opened a new centre in Subang Jaya. With this, the company has added services such as High-Speed Delivery, which allows customers to receive their orders within 24 hours. The homepage and mobile app have also been redesigned just in time for Malaysian for the festive season.

Below are just some of the clothing samples of what Lazada has to offer for the coming festive season.

The campaign will start on 7 June until 11 July at www.lazada.com.my. During the Lazada Riang Ria Raya campaign, Malaysians can expect popular brands such as L'Oreal Paris, V'Asia, Pensonic, Honor, Kinohimitsu, Maybelline, Garnier, Intel, Tefal, Nestle, Guardian, Sandisk, Caring Pharmacy, Wenger, Coleman, Roscani, Radioshack, Jabra, JBL, Brand's Scholl, Dettol, Zawara, Tesco, Samsung, CT Hardware and GNC Live Well.


Ricoh Serves up New Office communication products with Tennis Star Federico Delbonis

(from left to right) Mr. Ian Lim, General Manager for Technology Solutions, Mr. Nick Tan, General Manager of Marketing and star tennis player, Federico Delbonis with Debonis’ autographed Ricoh poster on the IWB

Ricoh (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd recently held an event showing off their new Unified Communication System (UCS) and Interactive White Board (IWB) with a guest appearance by Federic Delbonis, Tennis World ranker 69. Showcasing Ricoh's UCS and IWB office communication solutions for SMB and SME offices, the event was in line with the ATP 2013 Malaysian Open. Ricoh booth goers had a chance to go up against Federico Delbonis in the Speed Serve event and got a closer look at the Ricoh UCS and IWB solutions for inter-office communications. Federico even signed a poster using the IWB, showing off the versatility of the product. When used in tandem with the IWB, the Ricoh UCS on the other hand offers instant portable video conferencing.

“We at Ricoh believe that sports aptly ties in with our tagline, ‘imagine. change.’. In almost any sport, the power of collective imagination is crucial to inspire a player to perform and play a great game. Similarly in the unpredictable world of business, imagination is a powerful tool in developing unique ideas and innovations to stay ahead in a competitive environment,” said Nick Tan, General Manager – Marketing of Ricoh (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

The Ricoh Interactive White Board helps streamline office presentations and collaboration

The Ricoh Unified Communication System creates an instant portable video conferencing solution.

Check out the various pictures and video of the event and Ricoh IWB and UCS below:


Ricoh announces Ricoh R Developer Kit with 360-degree live streaming capabilities

A new camera from Ricoh has been designed specifically for users who are looking to do live streaming in surround 360-degree. The new Ricoh R Developer Kit includes a 360-degree camera that can capture everything, at 2K resolution to be fed straight online. Plus, this can be done for up to 24 hours.

The camera features a unique and first-of-its-kind technology in which the video is stitched within the camera in real time to the Equirectangular Projection Format, which is the standard format for fully spherical images. Video is then outputed via HDMI or USB, and—by using an AC power adapter – continuous, live streaming up to 24 hours is now doable. It also records footage straight into a micrSD card.

The camera kit will be out by Spring 2017, and in the box users will get a camera stand, a Software Development Kit (SDK) and source code to encourage third party apps development.


Riding Pink brings ride-hailing services a more feminine feel

We have Uber and GrabCar here in Malaysia but there are security concerns for solo female riders riding along with unknown drivers on the road. Hence why a new company aims to challenge precisely that problem. Riding Pink is the first female-only ride-sharing service in Malaysia, possibly the world.

Launched on 10th October, the service is the brainchild of Denise Tan, who started the company in response to hearing reports of unscrupulous drivers preying on solo female passengers on the news. Not only the service opens a new way for women transport services in Malaysia, it has created job opportunities for stay-at-home mothers as they can drive for Riding Pink part time while also going on with their daily lives.

Riding Pink currently has 60 full-time drivers, and 40 part-time drivers who would drive after work as well as on weekends. Ladies can book for a ride by messaging Riding Pink’s Facebook page, or directly sending a WhatsApp message to them. They just need to send a pick-up and drop-off point and Riding Pink will provide the respective fare. Upon confirmation, Riding Pink will then provide driver and rider their respective contact information.

For more information, head on to their Website here, or their Facebook page here.


Riding on motorcycles could damage your iPhone?

It seems that Apple recently released an official statement stating that the vibrations generated by motorcycles have the potential to damage the optical image stabiliser or closed-loop autofocus systems on iPhones. With that being said, Apple recommends riders not attach their iPhones directly to the chassis or the handlebar of the motorcycle in order to avoid damage to the phone’s camera.

While low powered motorcycles and electric scooters might not generate strong enough vibration to damage iPhone’s camera, Apple still recommends using a phone mount that comes with built-in shock absorbers to dampen the vibrations. That in mind, there is no information on whether the vibrations from motorcycles could damage smartphones from other brands, so as a precaution, do take the necessary steps to protect your device.

First ride on the motorcycle and I think I toasted the camera in my iPhone.8 miles. Crappy design.

According to the report, iPhones newer than the iPhone 6 Plus as well as the iPhone SE are susceptible to the issues mentioned above. But that's not all, if you want to find out more information, head over to Apple's official website.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on iPhones being susceptible to damage when strapped onto a motorcycle? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Right on schedule, the Apple iPhone SE is now officially available in Malaysia from RM1949

As rumoured, the Apple iPhone SE is now officially available at the online Apple Malaysia store. All four colours of gold, rose gold, silver and space grey are available with the 16GB storage version going for RM1949 while the 64GB version is selling for RM2449. It phases out the iPhone 5S which is now no longer available at the Apple Malaysia store.

Featuring a smaller iPhone 5S body with iPhone 6S tech specs, the iPhone SE is currently the most affordable iPhone to officially be available. While you can still get the iPhone 5S from third party sellers from RM1258, the hardware is undoubtedly a lot older. You can compare all those tech specs using our comparison tool as well.