Huawei Malaysia releases MediaPad T3 7 with 4100mAh battery for just RM499

So it seems that Huawei Malaysia has not given up on its tablet line up just yet. Just today, the company has announced another new tablet variant from the MediaPad T3 family, simply called Huawei MediaPad T3 7, it retails at an incredibly affordable RM499 and it's now available at every HUAWEI Experience Stores and Display Zones. Below is the official tech-specs:

Just like the MediaPad M3 Lite, this tablet is also made out of aviation-grade anodized aluminium and it's also an environmental-friendly tablet, earning an ENERGY STAR certification by meeting strict energy efficiency requirement. It seems that this tablet is made specifically for the children, as the app Kids Garden was designed for parents to monitor and strike a balance with their children's outdoor activities time spent on the tablet.

This can be done through the smart app access and content control, allowing parents to adjust the usage duration of the device and provide a wealth of information in a safe parent-supervised environment, which will not compromise the children’s outdoor activities and study time.

Sounds like what you need for your kid or you got it all under control? Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Malaysia’s 50% off Online IT Fair sale is on with up to RM500 discounts and more + price cuts and 2-year extended warranty

Huawei Malaysia have kicked off their Online IT Fair starting from today until 8 July 2019 with 50% discounts, daily flash deals, the chance to spin and win up to RM1000 store vouchers and more. Today’s major 50% deal is the Huawei WiFi Q2 5GHz mesh WiFi system normally RM999 but now priced at RM499 but the latest 8GB RAM + 256GB storage P30 Pro is also going for RM3399 (RM400 off of the usual RM3799) and you can also get a bit more off with the RM20 store wide voucher.

The flash deals do have limited units though, but there’s upcoming flash deals on the MateBook 13, M3 Lite tablet and TalkBand B5. There’s also discounts on the Huawei P30, nova 4 and nova 3i along with free gifts for certain devices as well. So, if you’ve been holding off from buying a Huawei device (for whatever reason) then now should be a good time to go for it. While you're considering, do check out TechNave.com or the new app to compare tech specs, reviews and prices.

[Update] Huawei Malaysia have also announced that their Huawei P30 Pro (8GB + 256GB variant), HUAWEI P30 and HUAWEI nova 3i are getting permanent price cuts down to RM 3399, RM 2299 and RM799 respectively. In addition, Huawei Malaysia are also offering a One Year Warranty Extension for their Mate 20 series, P30 Series, nova 4 Series, MediaPad M5 Series and nova 3i so if you buy any of them, you’ll get a total of 2-years extended warranty.


Huawei Malaysia's Chinese New Year Sale is coming with discounts up to RM1701

If you're looking to get new gadgets, now it's a good time because there is another Chinese New Year sale and it's by Huawei. Granted, some of their latest devices don't run in GMS but their older models still do and they are still quite good. Besides phones, their tablets and accessories are also on sale with discounts up to RM1701.

Besides the discounts, there are also flash deals, bundle products and discount vouchers up to RM188. The flash deals are going as low as RM8 only and it will be available in the Huawei online store, Lazada and Shopee. The campaign will begin on the 25th until 27th of January 2021.

Among the devices, the Huawei P30 series, Mate 30 series and the P40 series are the big guns. There are several other wearable devices too that will be on sale. You can check out the list below for reference:

Last but not least, the Mate 40 Pro 5G will also be on sale but without any discount. However, it will come with a free entertainment gift package which includes a Ring Light Case, Smart View Flip Cover and a SuperCharge Wireless Charger Stand. The phone model is 8GB + 256GB and the price is RM4299.


Huawei Malaysia sent each online customer a rose token for its RM3 million sales on 11.11

So how much did you spend on 11.11? Perhaps you were one of the shoppers that contributed Huawei Malaysia's Mega Online Sale over the weekend and in their latest report, they have sold over RM3 million sales in just a day through its Shop.Huawei and Lazada online store. That's most impressive and normally in news like this, we would go on to tell you more figures on how well the sales were, but what the company did after that was even better.

As some of you might know, 11 November is wildly celebrated as Single's Day which originated from China and now it has become one of the biggest shopping events globally. As a token of appreciation, the company also sent an extra gift to the customers who had purchased an item from its online store - a single rose as a gift. Obviously, the customers will share this around online but unfortunately, that's the only low-resolution screenshot we have from them (#youhadonejob) but it's still sweet nonetheless.

If you missed out on the Flash Deals and rebate vouchers, no worries - Huawei Malaysia will host another round of crazy sales on 12 December 2018 so do stay tuned for that news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Malaysia surprises with the IP68 water resistant Huawei Watch 2 and Huawei Nova Lite

Apart from the Huawei P10, P10 Plus and P10 Lite introduction, Huawei Malaysia also made a surprise announcement with the Huawei Watch 2, Huawei Watch 2 Classic and the Huawei Nova Lite. No price or release dates for these devices yet but we're told they may come in April 2017.

The Huawei Nova lite offers a Kirin 650 processor with 3GB RAM, 16GB storage + up to 128GB microSD and a 5.2-inch FHD display. It will have a 12MP rear camera, 8MP front camera, 3000 mAh battery and measure in at 147.2 x 72.9 x 7.1mm and 143g. It will also have Android 7.0 and EMUI 5.2. We'll be doing a hands-on of it soon.

The Huawei Watch 2 comes in carbon black, dynamic orange, titanium grey and more colours, the smartwatch can go standalone with an eSIM card (but just for the 4G LTE version) with 7-hour long battery life and 4GB of storage along with IP68 water and dust resistance. While we wait for more details check out our hands-on video below first.


Huawei Malaysia teases first pop up selfie smartphone, could be the Huawei Y9 Prime 2019

Huawei Malaysia took to Facebook and Twitter to tease their first in Malaysia pop up selfie camera smartphone. The 10 second video shows the pop up selfie camera which seems to be placed on the top left of the device. The tweet writes “Soaring, flYing & popping! Something new is rising. Get readY.”

The capital Y’s in the tweet hints that the device may be in the Huawei Y series family. In China, Huawei had launched their first ever smartphone with a pop up selfie camera which is the Huawei P Smart Z. Upon checking the Huawei global website, the same smartphone was listed as the Huawei Y9 Prime 2019 which we can safely assume is the model teased.

Soaring, flYing & popping! Something new is rising.Get readY.#HUAWEI #MakeItPossible pic.twitter.com/RCb5Tw3TBs

According to the website, tech specs of the device includes the Kirin 710F chipset, 4GB RAM + 64GB /128GB internal storage, a 6.59 inch TFT LCD display, a rear mounted fingerprint reader, USB type-C port and a 4000mAh battery capacity. For its camera, it comes with a triple rear camera setup with 16MP + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP sensors whereas the selfie camera nestled in the pop up mechanism is 16MP.

Design-wise, the device looks pretty good with slim bezels and a slight chin. The back looks like it comes with two different textures: The bottom is smooth and the top seems textured. The device comes in 3 colours which are Midnight Black, Emerald Green and Sapphire Blue. If you’re worried about the durability of the pop up camera, the company claims that the device is able to withstand pressure of up to 15KG, pop up 100000 times and stand against -20 to 60 degrees celcius temperatures.

It is unknown if the tech specs of the device that will be in Malaysia would be similar so do take this info with a tablespoon or two of salt. Huawei Malaysia has also not revealed the Malaysia release date or Malaysia price but we do know it is priced at SAR1369 (~RM1510) in Saudi Arabia which puts the device in Huawei’s mid-range devices. Are you excited for this device? Keep up with the latest Huawei news on TechNave.com!


Huawei Malaysia teases new phone in their Y-series which will be here on 12.12

Huawei Malaysia shared with us a little tease of their upcoming smartphone which seems to be the Huawei Y Max. The poster shows that the device will be coming on the 12th of December and mentions that the device will be sporting a massive 7.12 inch FullView display for immersive entertainment. In addition, we can see that the smartphone has a waterdrop notch at the top of the screen.

In addition, the company mentions that the phone is coupled with a huge battery as well as an upgraded user experience which likely points to a better UI. For now, that’s the only information we have in regards to the smartphone. What smartphone do you think it is? To know what phone will be revealed on 12.12, make sure to hit up TechNave.com to be the first to know!


ASUS ROG Flow X16 release: 16-inch QHD, AMD Ryzen 9 processor and RTX 3070 Ti GPU

Besides launching the ROG Strix SCAR 17 Special Edition, ASUS has brought along the ROG Flow X16 for those who prefer a thin and light convertible gaming laptop. However, being thin and light doesn't stop it from having enough power for your gaming routines. Now, let's check out the tech specs and features that the laptop brings!

The Flow X16 sports a 16-inch display with a mini LED QHD or IPS QHD panel. For performance, you may opt for up to AMD Ryzen 9 6900HS processor and up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 Ti GDDR6 8 GB TGP 125 W with Dynamic Boost. There's also support for the XG Mobile family of external GPUs. The gaming laptop incorporates all-new Frost Force Technology and Pulsar Heatsink as well, featuring three fans and a high-density heatsink to ensure high performance but keep the thermals in check.

Besides the XG Mobile interface, there will be 1 x USB 3.2 Type-C with support for DisplayPort 1.4 and Power Delivery, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 x HDMI 2.0b, 1 x 3.5 mm combo audio jack, and 1 x MicroSD card reader for the ports. The laptop also supports up to 64GB DDR5 4800 MHz RAM and up to 2TB PCIe Gen 4 SSD.

What do you think about the ROG Flow X16 convertible gaming laptop? Drop a comment to let us know your opinion, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech product launches.


Huawei Malaysia teases the Kirin 960, FullView display, quad camera packing Huawei Nova 2S?

Huawei Malaysia recently released 3 new teaser images of the upcoming Huawei Nova smartphone which we think is the Huawei Nova 2S. Featuring a Kirin 960 processor, a 6-inch FullView (18:9 aspect ratio) display and more powerful quad cameras compared to the Nova 2i, the Nova 2S was initially announced for 2699 Yuan (~RM1664) last year.

You can see the full Huawei Nova 2S tech specs list below:

With the 4GB + 64GB as the ~RM1664 priced version, the other two versions are the 6GB + 64GB version priced at 2999 Yuan (~RM1847) and 6GB + 128GB special version going for 3399 Yuan (~RM2093). Which version would you want to arrive in Malaysia? How much would you be willing to pay for it? Discuss in our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Huawei Malaysia to host Merdeka-Malaysia Day Promo Campaign with exclusive gifts worth up to RM399

As per tradition of Huawei Malaysia, the company will be offering exclusive gifts to every customer who participates the Merdeka-Malaysia Day Promo Campaign. Starting from 11 August until 1 October, gifts will be available on selected phones, tablets and honor series with up to RM399. Check out the table below on what gifts are being offered:

Mobile Legends Skin + T-Shirt + Honor Glass Bottle + Tempered Glass + Protective cover worth RM38

Honor Glass Bottle + Tempered Glass + Protective cover worth RM189

Keep in mind that upon purchase of the selected models mentioned above within the campaign period, there are limited stocks for that so act quickly if you want some of those goodies.

For more information, please visit their official Facebook page and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Malaysia to host a 12.12 Mega Online Fest with products up to 47% off and more

If it's December then there's a sale, Huawei Malaysia is back again with another Mega Online Fest for 12.12. For one day only on 12 December 2021 (at midnight, sharp), there are several products with up to 47% off and bundled with freebies. If you're looking for a new Huawei gadget, read on below.

Available on HUAWEI Store Online, HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada and HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee, some of the highlighted products are the MateBook D14, the MatePad 11, Huawei Watch GT2e, FreeBuds 4i and many more. And as aforementioned, each product will come with a bundled gift such as a backpack or simply be at a discount.

Anyway, without beating around the bush too much, below is the table for your reference.

WATCH GT2 46mm (Fluoroelastomer Matte Black)

WATCH GT2 42mm (Fluoroelastomer Night Black)

WATCH GT3 42mm (Black) With FreeBuds Lipstick

WATCH GT3 42mm (White) With FreeBuds Lipstick

Besides the online stores, Huawei users can also visit the company's official app @ MyHUAWEI App. Happy shopping and stay tuned for more trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


Huawei Malaysia to introduce the Huawei P10 and P10 Plus on 8 March 2017

After reaching out to Huawei Malaysia, while it may be true that Malaysians might get the Huawei P10 and P10 Plus early, it won't be launched on 8 March 2017 as so many other sites have said. As stated in the invite, it will be a "product briefing". We think it will probably be a media plus dealers event where we might find out when the P10 and P10 Plus actually are available.

So far, we're quite excited about the Huawei P10 and P10 Plus after it's recent announcement at MWC but if you'd like a closer look, do check out our hands-on with the P10 and other P10 related posts. Feel free to tell us how excited you are too and what you hope Huawei Malaysia will bring in with the P10 and P10 Plus below or at our TechNave.com Facebook Page.


Huawei Malaysia to offer some exclusive gift sets worth up to RM499 for selected Huawei products

For this upcoming Chinese New Year festive season, Huawei Malaysia is prepared to offer Malaysians some such as Huawei ang pow packets and exclusive merchandise worth up to RM499 for selected Huawei products. The promotion will start on 20 January until 28 February 2018. Below is the list of Huawei products eligible for the promotion.

Happy shopping and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Malaysia to release MediaPad M3 Lite tablet with 4800mAh battery for RM999 soon

Coming soon on 13 October 2017, Huawei Malaysia will be releasing a new tablet called the MediaPad M3 Lite slated for just RM999 only. Coming in Gold and Space Gray, it will be on the shelves at every authorized Huawei stores nationwide and with every purchase, customers will find a complimentary leather casing in the box. Below is the official specification:

According to Huawei, the MediaPad M3 Lite's big 4800mAh battery can go on about 600 hours of standby battery life, 40 hours music playback time and 9 hours video playback time. Split Screen and Twin App are also on board, a nice addition for a tablet and it's even pre-installed with Microsoft Office 365 for free. Plus with the new ClariVu eyesight protection and dual Harmon Kardon stereo speakers and a dual smart PA chips delivering a rich, low distortion and immersive sound for the ultimate cinematic experience, which makes this tablet obviously deisng for entertainment purpose.

In addition, the MediaPad M3 price has dropped from RM1999 to RM1699 as well, but only from 13 October 2017 onwards which is its little brother's debut.

Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Malaysia to reveal Ascend P7 on 10 June 2014

Huawei Malaysia recently sent us a save the date teaser for 10 June 2014 which you can see for yourself above. Quite obviously it is meant for the Huawei Ascend P7 smartphone and marks the local Malaysia launch date for Huawei's latest flagship smartphone. While it isn't the thinnest smartphone any more, the Ascend P7 still offers a number of refreshed tech specs and features which should be an interesting buy for users, especially if Huawei can offer it at the same tantalizing price as the recently launched Huawei Honor 3C. However, the Ascend P7 has already been released at $626 (RM2026) so this seems like a slim hope. Check out the tech specs and features of the Huawei Ascend P7 below:

No news yet on Malaysia pricing but it would be interesting if the Huawei Ascend P7 mini also gets announced at the same time here in Malaysia, especially as it was announced before the main Huawei Ascend P7 smartphone. Stay tuned for more details but do check out the videos below for a refresher of the Huawei Ascend P7:


Huawei Malaysia wants to bring the P30 to Malaysians faster with 11 confirmed venues

Remembering last year's  Huawei Mate 20 series and MateBook sales launch in Malaysia, Huawei Malaysia have confirmed that they want to bring the Huawei P30 series to fans and buyers even faster with 11 venues across Malaysia. With each sales venue confirmed to be held at a Huawei Experience Store, Kuala Lumpur alone will have P30 series sales launches in 2 locations.

The other 9 Huawei Experience Store locations will be in Penang, Kedah, Perak, Johor Bahru, Melaka, Pahang, Kelantan, Sabah and Sarawak, so no more travelling from far away just to get your Huawei P30 series device. Featuring a Kirin 980 chipset and powerful zoom-in capabilities, we expect the Huawei P30 series to also come with the Huawei Watch GT Active Edition and perhaps maybe even a MateBook or two on the side.

For now, Huawei Malaysia have confirmed that one of the freebies that P30 series buyers will definitely get is the useful Huawei Backup, which is a dual charger with pass through fast charging and built-in 1TB HDD that can automatically backup your smartphone data. We're currently on the ground in Paris getting ready for the Huawei P30 series global launch to happen, but Huawei still haven't revealed the actual promotion terms, Malaysia pricing or sales launch dates yet (although, they have hinted it could be on 6 April 2019 like Singapore) so we'll keep you posted when we get further information.

While you can definitely tune in to TechNave.com for the latest on the Huawei P30 series, you can also check out the global launch LIVE from Paris for yourself at the links below:


Huawei Malaysia will deliver the Mate Xs 5G with VIP Home Delivery Service

While many companies are attempting to minimize human contact during this Movement Restriction Order, Huawei Malaysia have joined the fray and it seems that they are eager to go on ahead with the Mate Xs 5G. So starting tomorrow (20 March), the company will be initiating their first VIP Home Delivery Service.

Yup, for the first time ever - Huawei Malaysia will deliver the Mate Xs to the customers' home - but this is optional. Customers also choose to have the foldable phone delivered to their doorstep or collect it themselves at the nearest/preferred Huawei Store. As a precaution measure, the dispatchers will have the face mask on at all times during the delivery and will sanitize the parcel in front of the customer before handing it over.

To add on, customers who got the phone will also receive a complimentary one-time screen replacement (3 months), a fair of Freebuds 3 (worth RM679) and an Envelope Leather Case (worth RM299). However, do note that the screen replacement will not cover damage resulting from unauthorised disassembly or repair, misuse and abuse of the device, improper installation or modification of the device, or damage caused by spillage of food or liquid, corrosion, rust or the use of wrong voltage.

One-to-one customer support is also provided if you have questions about the Mate Xs. The customer service is available every day, including public holidays. You can refer to the various methods of contacting below:

So are you one of the customers who bought the Mate Xs? Or do you know anyone rich enough to purchase one? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Malaysia will throw a promotional Audio & Wearable Day sale for one day only

Some Black Friday and Cyber Monday promo deals have passed, but some brands are still up to something. Like Huawei Malaysia, the company is actually planning a HUAWEI Audio and Wearable Day sale for one day only on 3 December 2021.

With discounts up to 47%, consumers can enjoy a free FreeLace worth up to RM379* when they purchase the Huawei Watch GT 3 (black strap, 46mm). If you choose the Watch GT 3 (42mm) in black or leather strap, you will get RM200 off via an online voucher. The recently announced Huawei FreeBuds Lipstick will be part of it too but not at a discount.

Depending on the accessory that you're getting, you could get up to RM400 off. There are some bundle deals with up to 45% off as well, which you may refer to in the table below:

Watch GT 2e 46mm (Graphite Black and Mint Green)

Watch GT 2 46mm (Fluoroelastomer Matte Black) + FreeBuds 4

Watch GT 2e 46mm (Mint Green) + FreeBuds 4i

Watch GT 3 42mm (Black) + FreeBuds Lipstick

Watch GT 3 42mm (White Leather) + FreeBuds Lipstick

All these deals are available across the HUAWEI Store Online, HUAWEI Official Store on Shopee, and HUAWEI Flagship Store on Lazada. Stay tuned for more trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


ASUS ROG Flow Z13 release: Gaming tablet with up to Intel i9 and RTX 3050 Ti, starts from ~RM7,999

The ASUS ROG Flow Z13 announced earlier at the CES 2022 is finally coming to Malaysia. Introduced by the company as "the world's most powerful gaming tablet", it features 12th Gen Intel Core processors and NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics. Now, let's have a recap on what else it serves to the table!

Despite measuring at just 1.1kg and 12mm thick, it doesn't stop the tablet from boasting up to a 12th gen Intel Core i9-12900H processor and an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 Ti Laptop GPU. It also offers a combination of up to 16GB of 5200MHz LPDDR5 memory and up to a 1TB PCIe SSD, allowing users to bring multitasking to the peak.

Besides the high performance, the visual also doesn't disappoint with up to 4K 13.4-inch display. There is a vapour chamber cooling system with a liquid metal thermal compound to ensure the heat stays low as well. On the sides, it has a ROG XG Mobile Interface, Thunderbolt 4 support DisplayPort/ power delivery, a USB 2.0 Type-A, card reader (microSD) (UHS-II), USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C support DisplayPort/ power delivery/ G-SYNC, and a 3.5mm Combo Audio Jack.

The tablet will be available for RM7,999 with Intel i7, RTX 3050, and 512GB SSD configurations. If you want to go up a level, there's another version with Intel i9, RTX 3050 Ti, and 1TB SSD, priced at RM8,799. Not only that, but ASUS is also offering a bundle with the XG Mobile, and it gets a price tag of RM15,999. It's worth mentioning that they all come with 16GB RAM and a 2-year global warranty as well.

What do you think about the ROG Flow Z13? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more local tech product launches.


Huawei Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro and Mate 10 Porsche Design hands-on pictures

We managed to get some hands-on time with the recently announced Huawei Mate 10, Huawei Mate 10 Pro and Mate 10 Porsche Design smartphones, and they sure look pretty. Featuring new glossy glass backs and a signature stripe across the camera section, the multi-axis rear design looks just awesome while the 5.9-inch and 6-inch FullView displays offer plenty of screen in 5.5-inch metal framed bodies. Check out the tech specs and hands-on pics and videos below for a closer look.

A closer look at the top camera, still 8MP

The dual camera setup still have a bump, no rear fingerprint sensor as it's placed at the front home button

The pro version is still using the standard rear fingerprint scanner

Top bezel design is similar to the Mate 10

Porsche Design has its logo imprinted behind

The Mate 10 Pro is clearly slimmer and thinner than the Mate 10, but the slightly smaller 5.9-inch display on the Mate 10 does offer a higher 2K pixel resolution. While the Mate 10 Pro does get rid of the 3.5mm audio jack and microSD port, it does offer IP67 dust and water resistance to make up for it. The Mate 10 Porsche Design on the other hand is more or less the Mate 10 Pro but with much nicer and more premium materials with Porsche Design content. No Malaysia release dates yet but stay tuned to TechNave.com for more Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro news.


Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design officially announced with IP67 premium body and 256GB storage for about RM6944

With last year's Huawei Mate 9 Porsche Design, Huawei have continued this collaboration by announcing the Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design for an expectedly high price tag of 1395 euros (~RM6944). Based on the Huawei Mate 10 Pro, the Mate 10 Porsche Design offers a 6-inch Full HD + display with a Kirin 970 processor, 6GB of RAM and 256GB of storage in an IP67 water and dust resistant body.

As usual, the Mate 10 Porsche Design version has related branding and content along with a ceramic-like exterior and luxury leather casing. No Malaysia release dates yet but since the Mate 9 Porsche Design came to Malaysia for RM6999, we fully expect the Mate 10 Porsche Design to come as well, perhaps at the end of the year (it is available in Europe from November 2017).

Here are the Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design tech specs:


Huawei Mate 10 Pro Pink Gold edition coming soon on 8 February 2018 for RM3099

As mentioned in our previous post about a pink Huawei Mate 10 Pro, Huawei Malaysia has made it official so starting on 8 February 2018 onwards, the new Pink Gold limited edition will be available for RM3099. On top of that, there is also a social contest on their Facebook page and everyone who participates will stand a chance to win a Huawei Watch Swarovski edition that's worth RM2299.

To join the contest, participants can just express their 'love' in any kind of form of poetry, drawing, story, pictures and any other creative methods on Huawei's official Facebook page. The winner will be chosen based on the most number of likes and will also be announced on White Valentine’s Day which is 14 March 2018. That's it!

The Mate 10 Pro is the latest Huawei flagship that features the world's first Kirin Artificial Intelligence (AI) processor, the Kirin 970, as well as sporting a 4000mAh battery and Leica lens for its camera set. It's also available in Mocha Brown and Midnight Blue.

Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 10 Pro and Mate 10 Porsche Design price revealed, starting from RM3099

Okay, so you know that we just posted an official price for the Huawei Mate 10 which is coming real soon next month. In that news article, we also mentioned about the Mate 10 Pro and Mate 10 Porsche Design rumours. Well, we just saw another confirmation from Shining e-Store, one of Huawei's retailers posting an official pricing for two models, which is RM3099 and RM6998 respectively.

So what about the pre-order gift? Will it be the same? We thought it was at first, but upon clearer inspection that the RM999 free bundle is only applicable to the Mate 10. As mentioned before, the Mate 10 will come into the Malaysia market first, followed by Mate 10 Pro and Mate 10 Porsche Design. However, Huawei Malaysia may change their minds over time, so who knows. We shall wait and see.

So what do you think about the official price? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 10 Pro brings four CES 2018 awards home

During the CES 2018, Huawei has introduced the American market with the Mate 10 Pro as well as the WiFi Q2 series. Not only that, they also brought home four awards including 'Smartphone of the Year' by Android Authority, thanks to its Kirin 970 processor with A.I. machine learning capabilities, dual Leica camera lens, a long-lasting battery and other features. Let's check out the awards below.

Just so you know, the 'Smartphone of the Year' is for 2017. According to Android Authority, the reason they gave the award to Huawei is that the brand keeps having "consistent quality across the board" and the device is a “pound-for-pound champion". On the other hand, another reputable tech website, TechRadar also acknowledged the flagship as the 'Best Smartphone' at the CES 2018.

It doesn't stop there, Android Police and Android Central also gave the Mate 10 Pro the 'Best of CES 2018' and '2018 CES Top Pick' for its SuperCharge technology and the editors also concluded it is the best Android flagship for battery life. That being said, we are a big fan of the Easy Projection feature that's on the Mate 10 Pro too.

Meanwhile, the WiFi Q2 series also got some recognition. T3 gave a 'Love' award for Huawei for manufacturing a true plug-and-play WiFi system for the whole house which benefits the end-user, providing them with a fast and reliable connectivity.

Much congrats to Huawei, we look forward to 2018 with the next P series that's coming soon in the first quarter of the month. Until then, stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 10 Pro is coming to Malaysia in pink, pre-order at the Huawei Flagship Store at Pavilion Elite

The Huawei Flagship Store in Pavilion Elite recently showed off pictures of the Huawei Mate 10 Pro in pink. According to their Facebook page, you can pre-order it now but stocks are definitely limited so if you're looking to get an AI-driven Valentine's gift in pink then you should probably pay a visit to the Huawei Pavilion Elite flagship store soon.


Huawei Mate 10 Pro is now world's first AI-driven smartphone to drive a car

In a span of 5 weeks, Huawei UK utilized the built-in AI (Artificial Intelligence) on the Huawei Mate 10 Pro's Kirin 970 processor to allow the smartphone to basically drive a car and intelligently avoid obstacles like cats and dogs. You can see how it all went on below and while it does not show actual road driving (come on, they only had 5 weeks) it is a very big accomplishment, and we hope to see more such features coming for the upcoming Huawei P11 / P20.


Huawei Mate 10 Pro leaks with a stunning design while the teaser trailer promises that it will be more than just a smartphone

Serial leakster @evleaks has done it again with a first sneak peek at the Huawei Mate 10 Pro. Featuring a stunning design with nearly bezel-free curved glass sides and the EntireView display, the back has an almost Pixel-like strip for the Leica Summilux-H (similar to the Huawei P10 Plus) dual rear cameras while a rear fingerprint sensor is located below it.

We know for sure that the Huawei Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro will be coming on 16 October in Munich and that it will be packing the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) powered Kirin 970 processor. Huawei have apparently released a teaser video of the NPU powered AI promising that it will be more than just a smartphone but an intelligence that will intelligently look out for you, but you can see for yourself below.

No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but the Mate 10 is rumoured to be less than RM3K while the Mate 10 Pro could go for about RM3499. Both are expected to be IP68 water resistant and offer something new in the camera department as well. We'll be there to check it out for sure, so stay tuned to TechNave.com


Huawei Mate 10 Pro pre-order officially announced from 16 November 2017 for RM3099 + freebies worth RM999

Great news to those who have been waiting for the Huawei Mate 10 Pro, Huawei Malaysia has just announced the latest flagship will be ready for pre-order on 16 - 19 November 2017 for RM3099 in both Midnight Blue and Mocha Brown option. Should you choose to skip the pre-order (why would you?), the flagship will officially land in Malaysia from 24 November 2017 onwards.

As per Huawei Malaysia tradition, they will definitely be giving away freebies to those who pre-order the Mate 10 pro. The goodies are worth up to RM999 which contains:

Pre-order can be made through the company's e-commerce site on Vmall.my or 3ex and of course, its own official local website right here. Make sure you mark down your calendar so you don't miss it!

Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 10 Pro sold out in less than an hour!

Pre-orders for the latest Huawei flagship device, the Huawei Mate 10 Pro has just begun this morning at 10AM but not for long – in less than an hour, all pre-order units for the Mate 10 Pro was entirely sold out and snapped up by eager consumers such as yourselves.

However for those who missed their prime time opportunity to get their hands on the Mate 10 Pro, no worries; the next shipment will be coming soon, just keep your eyes on the Huawei Mobile Malaysian Facebook Page for the announcement. As for those who managed to pre-purchase the device, the shipments are expected to arrive on 18 November 2017.

For more information on the HUAWEI Mate 10 Series do drop by the Huawei Official Website or Huawei's official Facebook page.


ASUS ROG GR8 II, the VR-ready mini gaming PC, is now open for pre-orders in Malaysia

ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) announced today that the GR8 II is now available for pre-orders in Malaysia. The GR8 II is the successor to the original ROG GR8 that dates back to 2014. It features a tiny 4-litre chassis packed with components offering desktop-levels gaming performance that’s apparently Virtual Reality (VR) ready.

At the heart of the ROG GR8 II, providing its gaming prowess, is a custom made GeForce GTX 1060 graphics card with 3GB GDDR5 video memory. The Malaysian variant is powered by the Intel Core i7-7700 processor paired with 8GB of DDR4-2133 RAM. In terms of storage, it is equipped with a 128GB M.2 SSD (Solid State Drive) paired to a 1TB Hard Drive.

To optimise the cooling within the ROG GR8 II, ASUS had placed vents as well as allocated dedicated chambers for both the CPU and GPU, providing the right amount of airflow to each component for stable performance. It also has a VR-friendly design with two HDMI ports, connecting both a VR headset and display simultaneously. Not forgetting, the GR8 II has Aura Sync RGB lighting, which can be set to synchronise in up to 12 modes with other ROG peripherals too.

The ASUS ROG GR8 II will be available for pre-orders starting 6th March to 12th March at a specially discounted price of RM4999. Retail price of the GR8 II is RM5499. Click here to pre-order, or visit ASUS Republic of Gamers Malaysia's Facebook page here for more details.


Huawei Mate 10 Pro spotted out in the open with shiny glass back

A Weibo user has recently taken a few snapshots of his apparently new Huawei Mate 10 Pro and was kind enough to share it in the internet for us to experience its full glory.

Based on what we can see, the Huawei Mate 10 Pro indeed promises a f/1.6 lenses for its dual camera comprising of 20-megapixel and 12-megapixel sensors, which will probably use Huawei's classic color/monochrome configuration, all laid symmetrically on a beautiful glass back casing.

The Huawe Mate 10 Pro is rumoured to have a QHD display with the legendary upcoming Kirin 970 chipset. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but the Mate 10 is rumoured to be less than RM3K while the Mate 10 Pro could go for about RM3499.

These are indeed exciting times for Android and Huawei users alike. Make sure to keep your calenders set on the official unveiling on 16 October and your reminders set to hit up TechNave.com for the latest updates.


Huawei Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro could be priced ~RM2998 and ~RM3993 due to rising component costs?

While we previously covered Huawei Mate 10 pricing direct from Huawei as being below RM3K, news of rising component costs has hinted that the Huawei Mate 10 could be priced at 599 euros (~RM2998). The Mate 10 Pro on the other hand might see a jump as high as 799 euros (about RM4000). Tech specs like the Kirin 970 processor with dedicated Artificial Intelligence Neural Processing Unit, 6.2-inch bezel-free display, a 3D front lens for face unlocking, Leica dual rear cameras and a 4000 mAh battery are expected to remain the same though.

Would you still buy the Huawei Mate 10 or Mate 10 Pro if such a price increase happened? Considering that the Apple iPhone X is expected to go for RM4999 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is priced at RM3999, these are still very well-priced flagship smartphones. Nonetheless, do take this with a pinch of salt as it is mostly still a rumour and European prices tend to be inflated somewhat anyway. What do you think? Let us know in our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech news and reviews.


Huawei Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro leaks renders and details in alleged promo leak

Less than a month away from the official release of the Huawei Mate 10 series of phones on the 16 October 2017 and already we are seeing an increase in leaks and rumours.

Thanks to PhoneArena, we got to see a cool (but blurry) render of the alleged Huawei Mate 10 Pro. Funny enough, it can be seen that the Mate 10 Pro will not have a fingerprint scanner anywhere. This could either mean that the component is purposely excluded, or it has an underlying fingerprint scanner in the screen itself. Other than that, the Mate 10 is looking good with its horizontal signature Leica Dual Camera setup.

Speaking of the Mate 10’s signature camera, leaked promo materials courtesy of /leaks gives more clues on what to expect from the upcoming Huawei beauty.

According to the leak, the Leica Dual Cam will have two SUMMLUX-H lenses with f/1.6 apertures and will have AI-enhanced photo functions that will recognise up to 14 scenes to adjust the settings accordingly. The assistant will also be able to translate text seen through the camera entirely offline, making writing jobs that much more easier.

Other than that, we can see that the Mate 10 series of devices will definitely be rocking the Kirin 970 chipset and will be entirely IP67 water resistant. A 4000 mAh battery with super charge will also run the show from the back.

Well that’s it for the Mate 10 leaks for now but as we get closer to the official release, you can almost bet that the rumour mill will not stop grinding. With that said, please remember to keep an open mind because these are still rumours and make sure to stay tuned to Technave.com for the latest sneak peeks.


Huawei Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro officially announced with NPU powered Kirin 970, auto-setting 12MP + 20MP cameras, built-in desktop-like Easy projection, IP67, 2K and FullView displays and more

Update: According to the source, Huawei Mate 10 will  be priced at RM2699 and Mate 10 Pro will be priced about RM3099 in Malaysia. The Mate 10 will be available on 28 Oct.

Huawei officially announced their flagship Huawei Mate 10 and Huawei Mate 10 Pro smartphones today with mostly NPU (Neural-network Processing Unit) assisted features for 699 euros (~RM3479) and 799 euros (~RM3977). The Huawei Mate 10 Porsche Design was also revealed for 1499 euros (~RM7473). No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but we expect it to be lower than the pricing above (as Malaysian pricing has generally been lower than European pricing), with the first 2 coming to Malaysia soon.

While both smartphones have similar multi-axis glossy curved glass front and backs with a rear camera signature stripe and metal frame both offer different key features which you can see below:

Huawei Mate 10 Pro - 799 euros (~RM3977)

Clearly, the Mate 10 Pro offers a slimmer and thinner profile with IP67 water and dust resistance certification but at the cost of a MicroSD slot, 3.5mm audio jack and slightly lower full HD+ resolution. It also packs in faster 4.5G LTE (Cat18) while the Mate 10 retains the 3.5mm audio jack, microSD slot and a higher resolution 2K display. The Mate 10 Pro also comes in the exclusive Midnight Blue and Titanium Grey with mirror polished backsides.

Featuring advanced parallel processing on a scale higher than a GPU or graphics processing unit, the NPU works together with the Kirin 970 + GPU + Dual ISP together to increase performance while staying energy efficient. These new NPU powered features for all the Huawei Mate 10 smartphones include:

Huawei have said that they intend to upgrade these NPU assisted features with every new update, allowing the camera to match more scenes correctly (like light painting or night sky photography), adding more languages for the translator and so forth. New NPU assisted features will also be added like low power Augmented Reality (AR) and NPU-assisted smart assistants such as Google Now. The NPU code is already being offered to third-party developers like Google and Microsoft, allowing these Huawei Mate 10 smartphones to evolve into better, more intelligent and energy efficient devices.

Apparently, the Huawei Mate 10 smartphones will be using EMUI 8.0 to match Android 8.0 (the previous version was EMUI 5.1). Here are some of the EMUI 8.0 features coming with the Mate 10 smartphones.

These EMUI 8.0 features will only be available for the Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro and Mate 10 Porsche Design. Stay tuned to TechNave.com and we’ll keep you updated.


Huawei Mate 10 confirmed below RM3000!?

After the RM4800 Huawei Mate 10 price tag rumour yesterday, Huawei have reached out to us and confirmed that the price for the Mate 10 will be below RM3000 while the Mate 10 Pro will go for below M3500! Considering that the Mate 9 was only priced at RM2699 while the Mate 9 Pro came in for RM3399, we think it would be safe to assume a price range of RM2700 to RM3000 for the Huawei Mate 10 and RM3400 to RM3499 for the Huawei Mate 10 Pro.

Huawei have generally kept their pricing below Samsung's so while the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is rumoured to be about RM4000, we expect the Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro to be priced well below that. Tech specs and features are still unconfirmed yet though, but they will likely come with a bezel-less "Full Screen Display" and Kirin 970 processor.

No confirmation on whether or not we'll be getting a more affordable Mate 10 Lite but after Richard Yu's remarks on low-end Huawei phones it seems unlikely that it may come out at all. Instead, we could see the Mate 10 Lite appear as the Honor 9 or Honor 9 Pro but do take this with a pinch of salt and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest in tech news.


Huawei Mate 10 could be coming on 16 October 2017 in Munich according to leaked teaser

The upcoming Huawei Mate 10 will apparently be skipping IFA 2017 (which is due in September 2017) as a leaked teaser invite from techprolonged seems to indicate that we'll "Meet the device worth waiting for" on 16 October 2017 in Munich, Germany. The teaser doesn't reveal anything else except a big 10 in the background, but the Mate 10 has been rumoured to have a 6.1-inch bezel-less display called Entire-View that features a 2160 x 1080 pixel resolution and 18:9 aspect ratio.

Other rumoured tech specs includes the latest and still unrevealed Kirin 970 processor with 6GB of RAM. We expect it to bring a bigger battery to the table but probably the same front and back Leica cameras as in the Huawei P10. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details but Huawei have already confirmed that the Mate 10 will be priced below RM3K, perhaps at an affordable range of RM2700 to RM2999. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


Huawei Mate 10 got its first sale last night via DirectD with great reception from customers

The Huawei Mate 10 went on sale for the first time in Malaysia last night to a great reception from Malaysian customers, with long lines and plenty of happy faces. Happening at DirectD Subang SS15, the sale started at 12am for the RM2699 Mate 10 which features a new AI-driven Kirin 970 processor, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of storage, 5.9-inch 2K display and dual 20MP + 12MP Leica rear cameras. Other sales are happening today but for now check out the festivities below:


Huawei Mate 10 now going for below RM2000 in Malaysia

Normally priced at an RRP (Recommended Retail Price) of RM2699, the Huawei Mate 10 is now going for below RM2000 or to be exact, RM1999 in Malaysia. Available from techgadget and egadgetsolution, both from Shopee, each store has fairly high ratings along with free shipping for the Mate 10 4GB RAM + 64GB storage smartphone in black, gold or mocha brown.

No news on how long the price will remain this low but if you need help deciding, check out our content on the Huawei Mate 10 below:

Here's the Huawei Mate 10 tech specs for a refresher:

If you've made your decision, go check out the price listings on top of our Huawei Mate 10 tech specs and as always, stay tuned to TechNave.com for all the latest Malaysia price details on your favourite and most wanted devices like the Huawei Mate 10.


Huawei Mate 10 pre-order from RM2699 & pre-order bundle confirmed

Just barely a day when the Huawei Mate 10 series was announced, Huawei Mobile has confirmed the pre-order promo teaser and price for the new flagship. According to the pre-order promo image, the Mate 10 will cost RM2699 and the pre-order will start on 19 - 22 October 2017. Also, customers who pre-order it will receive a free gift worth up to RM999 that comprises of a VIP member card, a Huawei selfie stick and a Huawei body scale.

As for the Mate 10 Pro, it's rumoured that it will cost RM3299. There's no word on the Mate 10 Porsche Design price but we are expecting it to be very expensive, priced around RM7k since its previous predecessors, the Mate 9 Pro Porsche Design was RM6999 when it made its debut in Malaysia.

Are you gonna get one? The Mate 10 is likely to arrive first in Malaysia in November 2017. Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com!


Huawei Mate 10 render concept video and tech-specs leaked online

In just about a month away, the Huawei Mate 10 will be unveiled to the world but there's very little information we know. Well, if you're itching for more we got some juicy rumour news for you about its tech-specs, as well as a render concept video from @onleaks on YouTube.

Firstly, we already know the 10nm Kirin 970 chipset will be included in the flagship with Artifical Intelligence. Luckily for us, the tipster revealed the rest of the tech-specs do we probably have to take this with a pinch of salt. According to @onleaks, the flagship will feature the same 5.9-inch display just like the Mate 9 but with the rumoured EntireView design, which means it will cover the whole front so you won't see the home button there anymore. Dual rear cameras with Leica lens are to be expected as well, but unfortunately, the setup may still remain the same as 12MP RGB sensor + 20MP monochrome sensor.

On the other hand, the measurement according to the video above is roughly 150.2 x 77.5 x 8.4 mm, USB Type-C port will be integrated and the headphone jack is still around. No fingerprint scanner spotted behind too, so it must mean Huawei has embedded it at the front below the display.

How legit is this video is entirely up to you, but the video produced by Ccompareraja and the tipster have quite a good reputation of releasing spot-on renders that look the same as the original.

Is the Mate 10 worth waiting and making you more excited? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


ASUS ROG GX700, world's first liquid-cooling gaming laptop arrives in Malaysia for RM18999

Today, ASUS Republic of Gamers (ROG) presented the ROG GX700, it is the world's first gaming laptop with a detachable liquid-cooling module. When docked, the gaming laptop overclocks its own limitations and can go up to desktop-like performance levels. It features high-end graphics, intelligent cooling system, anti-ghosting keyboard, Sonic Studio II and RAM power of 64GB DDR4. It cost RM18999 and below are the official specifications:

The laptop's port for the cooling device

With the assistance of the liquid-cooling module, the GX700 pushes the performance beyond one's expectations on another level. When docked with the Hydro Overclocking System, it can boost from 3.2GHz to 4.0GHz, and the BClock can be boosted by around 31%; whereas the RAM memory can be tuned up to 43% from 2800MHz to 2800MHz. Even when undocked, it's still the world's best and fastest single-GPU gaming laptop.

In addition, ASUS ROG has also announced their very own tournament, called the ROG Champions Cup and it will be held at Sunway Pyramid Ice Rink on 25 June 2016. Winner of the tournament will walk away a total prize pool of RM60000 with a ROG laptop each, it's not known what games they have selected but it's likely to be League of Legends based on the game's popularity globally.

To learn more about ROG GX700, visit their website page to check the monster within. That's all from ASUS today, stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Huawei Mate 10 review - Ultimate feature-filled flagship with an AI, 2K display and 3.5mm audio jack

Huawei are no strangers when it comes to pushing boundaries for their smartphones and devices, and the Huawei Mate 10 is no exception. Featuring the groundbreaking Kirin 970 processor, a new rounded mirror like glass back, nearly all of the new Huawei Mate features but still retaining the look and feel of the Mate 9, the Mate 10 seems like the best step between the Mate 9 and the Mate 10 Pro. But does it deliver the best of both the Mate 9 and Mate 10 series? Find out in our review of the Huawei Mate 10 below.

The Huawei Mate 10 surprisingly feels like its predecessor the Mate 9, despite going for a more premium curved glass back. This is perhaps because the phones have similarly wide bodies and almost 6-inch displays. While the grip is just as comfortable and well-balanced as before, it definitely feels like a wider phablet compared to the taller and thinner Mate 10 Pro.

The fullview 5.9-inch 2K display still maintains the more traditional 16:9 aspect ratio

A shiny curved glass back makes it look very nice

Unlike the Mate 10 Pro, the 6-inch 2K display uses the more traditional 16:9 aspect ratio but still offers a very high display to body ratio, more than enough to be called a FullView display. Also unlike the Mate 10 Pro, the Mate 10 retains a 3.5mm audio jack and has a multi-function front fingerprint sensor enabled home touchpad.

There's a 3.5mm audio jack to go with the infrared blaster on top

USB Type C and the bottom speaker grill (another speaker is on the front)

The front fingerprint home touchpad lets you navigate easily

The Mate 10 also offers a hybrid dual SIM slot so you can choose between 2 SIMs or 1 SIM slot and up to 256GB microSD. It also comes with a free case.

So you can pack in 2 SIM cards or 1 SIM Card + 1 microSD card

As you can see, 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage are enough for the most part

The EMUI Desktop lets you turn your Mate 10 into a PC

The Mate 10 offers plenty of new features that mainly focus on the AI driven Neural Network Processor Unit or NPU in the Kirin 970 that includes AI driven photography which automatically adjusts photo settings while taking photos, a non-Internet based language translator and Easy Projection, which lets you turn the Mate 10 into a PC Desktop or easily display the phone’s screen with practically any HDMI to USB-Type C cable. However, the standout features don’t stop there.

Camera Features including the Pro mode for both video and manual

Despite the Mate 10 being the more affordable version, it packs in a 5.9-inch 2K display and like the Huawei P10, also has a front fingerprint sensor that also offers multifunctional navigation (tap for back, long press for home and swipe for recent apps). It also packs in Summilux H Leica lens and OIS with a 12MP RGB + 20MP monochrome dual rear camera.

Camera features include 4K video recording (but without video stabilization), full HD video recording at 60 fps (no stabilization either), the Leica powered monochrome mode, Portrait mode, wide aperture mode and even has lighting features for vibrant colours or smooth shots beyond the standard. There’s an excellent pro mode as well, while the front Leica camera also allows blurred background portrait mode shots despite only having a single 8MP front camera.

While it is only rated at IP53 water resistance, quite a few reviewers have noted that it can take more than just a splash and even survive minutes underwater. It also has an infrared blaster that allows you to turn it into a universal remote control and while the 64GB of storage is less than the 128GB on the Mate 10 Pro, at least you get up to 256GB worth of microSD as well along with SuperCharge and aptX/aptX HD + LDAC HD Audio.

Unlike last year’s Mate 9, the Mate 10 packs in practically the same fast Kirin 970 processor and Mali G72MP12 and this shows in flagship-level performance like 169746 AnTuTu scores, a very fast 2872 score in 3DMark and super smooth 60.2 fps in 2K resolution in Epic Citadel. However, while game performance on Asphalt 8:Airborne is super fast and butter smooth, the new graphics means that the game hasn’t been optimized for it and special effects like snowflakes, rain and burst of purple fire from the nitro don’t show up. We expect these to appear once the game developers catch up though.

Asphalt 8: Airborne is super smooth but lacks the burning fire trails and other special effects

While the Mate 10 is a total beast in terms of performance, it is surprisingly energy efficient, getting close to 2 days on medium to heavy usage and up to 6 days on minimal usage. The Supercharge gets you back up to 100% in under 2 hours while the display and audio look and sound great for both movies and high definition FLAC audio files thanks to the dual speakers.

While the translator is definitely more useful and context sensitive than say Google Translate, it still isn’t completely perfect. Useful enough to translate most touristy phrases well enough, but still not the most perfect language translator.

Easy Projection on the other hand has got to be one of the killer features of the Mate 10 as it not only lets your hook up your smartphone to an external monitor it also lets you do so with practically any generic HDMI to USB Type C cable or adaptor and most HDMI capable monitors, projectors and even HDTVs.

Easy Projection turns your Mate 10 into a PC

The bundled EMUI desktop is robust enough to let you turn your Mate 10 into a usable desktop computer but it may not be the most polished of experiences yet as shortcuts are not easy to customize, there is no drag and drop between windows and battery drain is quite high with just the Mate 10. That being said, it still beats out practically all Android desktops yet as it runs most Android apps, including the ones that haven’t been optimised for the EMUI desktop. We hope Huawei continue to polish Easy Projection as it has plenty of potential.

NPU driven features don’t just stop there as the phone has automatic directional speakers for when you’re using the speaker phone and intelligent image sorting, allowing for faster image galleries. We think there’s a whole bunch of other things Huawei can do with it though, so hopefully Huawei will continue adding on more NPU driven features in future updates.

Camera performance is superb with excellent low-light shots and very fast AI image recognition. This doesn’t always work especially for foods it doesn’t recognise or scenes like galaxy shots but hopefully this will continue to get worked on in the future. However, even without AI image recognition, images turn out surprisingly clear even in just auto. Video recording is also quite smooth but it gets quite hot when you try recording in 4K video or 60fps.

Even without the AI scene recognition, Auto shots are incredibly detailed

However, with AI scene recognition, all the colours and photo settings really pop

Monochrome mode is exceptional here as well

Thanks to the AI Scene Recognition for food, you can see all the details for the food

Not bad portrait mode for the front camera

In many ways, the Huawei Mate 10 is the culmination of all the great technologies before the next step where all smartphones embrace 18:9 aspect ratio displays. The multifunctional front fingerprint sensor, 3.5mm jack with HiFi audio, a wider not so tall yet high resolution 2K display combined with all of the Huawei Kirin 970 features makes the Mate 10 the ultimate non-18:9 full view display flagship you can get. Eventually, everyone may have to use such a device with such a display but for those who don't want to yet but still require the best flagship phone around, there is the Huawei Mate 10.

Apart from the heaty 4K video recording we have next to no issues with any feature on the Mate 10, just that the AI driven NPU features could stand to have a bit more polish, especially the Easy Projection, so we're hoping Huawei continue to polish these features. As it is, there is no other phone on the market with these features asides from the Mate 10 Pro or Mate 10 Porsche Design. Currently priced at RM2399 (yeah, yeah, the RRP or Recommended Retail price is RM2699) the closest contender would be the OnePlus 5T but it not only lacks many features that the Mate 10 has but is also an 18:9 aspect ratio display device so if you're in the market for such a device, then the Huawei Mate 10 should definitely be at the top of your consideration list.

Know anyone who has bought the Huawei Mate 10? Have you bought one yourself? Discuss the Huawei Mate 10 and more in our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Huawei Mate 10's new software update brings you over 60 translations

Today, Huawei Malaysia has announced that a new software update for the Mate 10. Under the code name ALP-L29 8.0.0.115 (C636), it comes with a newly added Microsoft Translator Application to enhance user experience that can translate over 60 languages. The update can be downloaded in settings via Over-The-Air (OTA).

Aside from being able to offer translations over 60 languages, it also can assist you to translate text messages, voiceovers, conversations and camera photo without requiring Internet data at all. However, Internet restriction may apply when one is abroad, but you can still download your preferred language beforehand for offline translation. Sweet!

The Mate 10 was first launched in Malaysia on 16 October 2017, featuring the latest Kirin 970 processor with A.I. enhancements, a 5.9-inch FullView display with 16:9 aspect ratio, 4000mAh battery, EMUI 8.0 and more. It's now available in Black and can be purchased at all HUAWEI Experience Stores, Display Zones, telco partners and authorized dealers at the retail price of RM2699.

We still have no word on the Mate 10 Pro yet, but stay tuned for future announcements from Huawei Malaysia at TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 10 sales launch at Flagship Store, crowds line up since 3am, get 100x free Huawei Watch and other free gifts

The Huawei Mate 10 sales launch yesterday at the Huawei Flagship Store in Pavilion Elite Kuala Lumpur saw crowds of Mate 10 fans lining as early as 3am. On top of pre-order free gifts such as a Huawei Body Scale and VIP card, 100 Huawei Watch smartwatches were also available.

Going for a retail price of RM2699, the Mate 10 offers a 5.9-inch 2K display with 16:9 aspect ratio and HDR10 support along with other tech specs like the AI-powered Kirin 970 processor, new Leica Dual cameras, Android 8.0 Oreo and more. The Mate 10 is currently available in black with champagne gold and mocha brown coming later. Check out our event video below.


Huawei Mate 10 series will be first Huawei phones to get GPU Turbo and more with next EMUI 8.1 updates, Honor View 10 and others getting it soon too!

After the announcement of Huawei's GPU Turbo, slides from mydrivers have appeared indicating that the first Huawei smartphone to get the GPU boosting technology may be the Huawei Mate 10 series on top of other updates. As a refresher, GPU Turbo increases the efficiency of the GPU coupled together with EMUI to help make the overall device 60% more efficient and reduce power consumption by up to 30% as well.

On top of GPU Turbo, the Mate 10 and Mate 10 Pro are also expected to get 960 fps super slow motion and better AI photography with 19 categories and 500+ scenes with the next EMUI 8.1 system update in July 2018. After the Mate 10 series gets these updates, the Honor View 10 will also get GPU Turbo in June while the Huawei Mate RS Porsche Design, Huawei P20, Huawei P20 Pro, Huawei Nova 2s, Huawei MediaPad M5 and Honor 10 will also get these GPU Turbo upgrades in July.

The Huawei Mate 10 Pro has already received updates for Face Unlock and Pick Up mode, but other updates are also expected with a new cloud service coming on 26 June while a Huawei Cloud Computer (limited to early adopters) is coming in July. Other Huawei users or those expecting to get a Huawei smartphone like the P20 Pro in the future may also expect a bit more performance from their devices in the coming months.

Here's the complete list of GPU Turbo updates for Huawei and Honor phones according to the months:


Huawei Mate 10 teaser video officially release hinting better camera features

The Huawei Mate 10 is coming real soon on 16 October 2017, but you probably already know this from somewhere. Anyway, the company also released an official teaser video about the flagship. Check the video out below.

If you're unable to view the video, here's what went down. Basically, the dual rear camera module will have the Leica lens once again which is not surprising. Heck, even the sensors remain the same as 12MP RGB + 20MP monochrome setup. Besides that, we also got to see some glimpse of camera features in German which says "Bewegung" (move), this is probably hinting that the camera is able to catch object movement solidly. After that, the word "Fokus" (focus) which we assume is about fast focus.

We can also expect the portrait mode feature to appear, rumours have it that the display will be called "EntireView" display in 6-inch with 18:9 screen-to-body ratio (1080p). The Kirin 970 will definitely be included as well.

Do you think the Mate 10 is "the device worth waiting for"? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com


Huawei Mate 10 unboxing and hands-on video

By rights, the Huawei Mate 10 should be the lower-end version of the new Mate 10 series but the new list of tech specs and features makes it seem anything but that with a 2K display, the latest Leica powered cameras and the new NPU integrated Kirin 970 processor. We unbox it and go hands-on with some of the new features of the Mate 10 which goes for an RRP of RM2699. Check out the video below for yourself.


Huawei Mate 20 Lite press renders leaked showcasing a notch at the top of the display

Huawei Mate 20 Lite courtesy of WinFuture.de and @rquandt

Images of the Huawei Mate 20 Lite leaked courtesy of WinFuture.de and @rquandt showcasing a notch at the top of the display and it is likely to be the cheapest of the Mate 20 variants. Similar to previously released Mate 10 series which consists of the Mate 10 and the Mate 10 Pro. The Mate 20 series is expected to release the same which is the Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro and the previously mentioned Mate 20 Lite.

Based on the source, the Mate 20 Lite is expected to ship with the new HiSilicone Kirin 710 chipset, 6GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage. Other than that it also comes included with a large 6.3-inch display with a screen resolution 2340 x 1080 pixels, 20MP + 2MP rear camera, 24MP + 2MP front facing selfie camera and it is powered by a 3650mAh non-removable battery. The device is expected to cost about €400 however it is not known whether it is inclusive of VAT or not. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro & Mate 20X are coming to Malaysia from RM2799, available starting 27 October 2018

Right after the global launch, Huawei Malaysia has announced that the Huawei Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro and Mate 20X are coming to Malaysia as soon as 27 October 2018 for the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro. The Huawei Mate 20 will come in just black with 6GB RAM + 128GB storage for RM2799, while the Mate 20 Pro will come in black, twilight and emerald green with 6GB RAM + 128GB storage for RM3599. The early birds who purchase it will get a free SoundStone and Wireless Charger respectively.

The Mate 20X is scheduled to come to Malaysia on 11 November 2018. It will be available in phantom silver featuring 6GB RAM + 128GB storage for RM3199. There might be an 8GB RAM + 256GB storage version as well but Huawei is probably waiting to see how the response will be. The Huawei M-Pen will be sold separately (price unknown) but the Mate 20X will come with a free flip case and the M-Pen. In addition, if you pre-order either one of the Mate 20 series on matepreorder.3ex.com.my from 19-22 October 2018, you will get a free TalkBand B5 (worth RM699) and enjoy Mate VIP Rewards up to RM10,000. Its online shop will also host the pre-order sales as well.

Here's our hands-on video with the Huawei Mate 20 series

Huawei Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro price and availability

No news on the Porsche Design Mate 20RS just yet, but if Huawei sticks to the traditional Mate Porsche Design price tag, we expect it to arrive in Malaysia for RM6999. No exact Malaysia release date for this one either, but we expect before the end of 2018 at least. Also, the sales launch event will be held in Pavilion (Kuala Lumpur), Queensbay Mall (Penang) and AEON Bandar Dato Onn (Johor Bahru). Stay tuned for more at TechNave.com.

For a refresher of the tech specs and features, check out the lists below.

Huawei also announced new Huawei MateBook laptops in the form of the MateBook X Pro and MateBook D as perfect devices to mate with the new Huawei Mate smartphones. Check out their release alongside the Huawei Watch GT and stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 20 Pro (6GB + 128GB) model is now RM2999!

In this super short awesome announcement, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro will be going on a new price tag of just RM2999! Starting  from 1 March 2019, the 6GB + 128GB model will be available in all three colour options - Emerald Green, Twilight and Black can be purchased at all Huawei Experience Store and the Huawei Online Store, while stocks last.

In other news, the flagship was also recently awarded the "Best Smartphone" at the MWC 2019 recently. According to the panel of judges there, it was awarded for its performance, camera quality, long battery life and other features. For a refresher on the tech specs, the Mate 20 Pro uses a Kirin 980 chipset, 40W super charging, 15W wireless charging, reverse wireless charging and updated 40MP + 20MP + 8MP triple LEICA rear cameras with a new wide-angle LEICA lens that lets you go as close up as 2.5cm using super macro mode or wide-angle to 5X zoom without losing out on any details.

For the price of below RM3000, feel free to check out how it matches up to other devices in that range with our tech specs comparison tool, such as the Mate 20 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Mate 20 Pro vs the iPhone XS to see just how much value you're actually getting for RM2999. That's all, folks. What are you still reading here? Go get it now! But if you're still undecided, you can check out our full review for more information and details.


Huawei Mate 20 Pro appears with new wireless airpods + graphene cooling + new MateBook?

With the Huawei Mate 20 announcement less than a month away, the rumours are literally flying about what new features and tech it could be bringing in. While our time with the Kirin 980 did reveal some hints, we expect there to be quite a few more as a leaked image from @rquandt has appeared, showing what appears to be wireless “airpods” or headsets that can be charged wirelessly. This seems to indicate that the Mate 20 or Mate 20 Pro could have wireless charging as well.

Another leak supposedly from a Huawei presentation room also reveals that one of the Mate 20 devices could be using graphene to help cool down the device. Graphene has long been touted as THE next miracle material as its strong hexagonal bonds allow it to be tough even though being an atom thin. These hexagonal structures are quite visible in the leaks along with a heat map, indicating that it could well be using graphene. The presentation states that Graphene has 4 times higher efficiency for heat dissipation compared to normal aluminum alloy, but if it does come, we expect it to be found in the Mate 20 Porsche Design version as it usually showcases the more expensive technological world’s firsts than the other two versions.

Alongside these graphene leaks are images that also indicate that the Huawei Mate 20 series could be coming with a new Huawei MateBook laptop that features a dual heat tube + twin turbo fan solution but other details about that are scarce. It could also be using graphene as well, which hints at another premium MateBook that may be announced with the upcoming Mate 20. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but do remember to take these leaks with a pinch of salt and to stay tuned to TechNave.com for all your latest tech news.


2 new vivo Concept Stores opened in Queensbay Mall, Penang and Aman Central, Alor Setar

If you have already balik kampung and suddenly find yourself in dire need of a new vivo smartphone, worry not as vivo has opened two brand new vivo Concept Stores in Queensbay Mall, Penang and Aman Central, Alor Setar. To celebrate the occasion, vivo is giving a 50% discount on smartphone accessories.

The grand opening of the vivo Concept Store in Queensbay Mall, Penang will be happening on the 5th of June at 12PM till 5PM whereas the grand opening in Aman Central, Alor Setar will be happening on the 6th of June from 12PM till 5PM. Many offers and deals are up for grabs at the Concept Stores on both days alongside a 50% discount on all smartphone accessories.

The first 300 customers who queue at the concept stores are eligible for some freebies. In addition, a lucky draw will be happening at 6.30PM onwards for customers who have purchased themselves a vivo smartphone on the day of the grand opening. For more info, head on over to the vivo Malaysia Facebook page. So will you be upgrading your phone to a vivo this Hari Raya? Keep up with the latest vivo news and updates on TechNave.com!


ASUS ROG, HONOR, OPPO, Xiaomi & many more will adopt the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset in 2023

As announced today, the brand new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset has been revealed by Qualcomm and it's expected to arrive by the end of 2022. Besides presenting the key features, the company also announced a few global OEMs and brands to adopt the new chipset.

According to Qualcomm, the main players that we know of include ASUS Republic of Gamers, HONOR, OnePlus, OPPO, Redmi, Sony, vivo and Xiaomi. Moreover, other brands such as iQOO, Motorola, nubia, REDMAGIC, SHARP, XINGJI/MEIZU and ZTE will also adopt the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. If we have to guess, Xiaomi would probably be the first to release its first commercial device with the new chipset soon as per tradition.

With the new chipset, we can expect several improvements to Android flagship phones in 2023. For starters, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 has up to 4.35x performance improvement and is twice more powerful in AI performance as its predecessor. The CPU is also 35% faster and 40% more power efficient.

In terms of connectivity, it will enable devices to support 5G dual SIM dual active (2x 5G SIM connectivity at once) and WiFi 7 with up to 5.8Gbps. Camera performance is further enhanced with Cognitive-ISP, and Sony Semiconductor Solutions is the first to develop quad digital overlap HDR technology that is fine-tuned for the chipset, as well as the 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP3 sensor being optimized for it.

Mobile gaming will be improved as well with the new Adreno GPU. Qualcomm said that it's now 25% faster and 45% more power-saving than its predecessor. It's also the first time that Unreal Engine 5 Metahumans framework will be supported on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, allowing developers to take advantage of Ray Tracing for mobile games.

Spatial Audio and Dynamic Spatial Audio will be supported by Snapdragon Sound technology inside the chipset, where users will be able to experience head-tracking audio experience. On paper, this should be great for mobile gaming, streaming movies/TV shows and listening to music.

To read the summary of the new Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset, you can read our news coverage here. For more information, you can visit the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 webpage or check out the livestream replays at the Snapdragon Summit Event Hub.


Huawei Mate RS Porche design, for illustration purposes only

Based on source courtesy of hi-tech.mail.ru, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro could come with a curved OLED display similar to that of the Mate RS Porsche Design earlier this year. The rumours also state that the Huawei Mate 20 Pro will also come with in-display fingerprint sensor, 5 cameras in total and it might be running on the upcoming HiSilicon Kirin 980 chipset. We expect to see the Huawei Mate 20 Pro be announced around October but don’t hold your breath as the details that were stated here has yet to be confirmed. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


Huawei Mate 20 Pro image render leak shows new twilight colour, a possible in-display fingerprint sensor and more

Just past midnight last night, our notorious leakster, Roland Quandt from Twitter has released some image renders of the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. Said to be "official", it seems that the pro variant will come in black, blue and a new shade of twilight compare to the P20 Pro. Besides that, we also got a bunch of new tech-specs information so here it goes.

According to sources, they believe that the new Mate 20 Pro will be featuring an in-display fingerprint sensor on the 6.3-inch dual curved AMOLED display, as the rear doesn't show any signs of it below the triple camera setup. Moreover, the Face Unlock should also make a return but even stronger than ever (as per source) and the infrared sensors should be on the notch there. The side bezels also look incredibly thin, same goes to the bottom chin and like the P20 Pro, it's quite possible that the 3.5mm headphone jack won't make it.

Moving on to the specifications, the triple camera setup behind could also follow the footsteps of the P20 Pro of having a 40MP + 8MP + 20MP sensor, with a possibility of new Leica grade lens along with f/1.8, f/2.4 and 16~80mm focal lengths for the telephoto lens. To add on to that, rumours have it that the dedicated monochrome lens has been removed in favour of a wide-angle lens. Of course, the new Kirin 980 will be on board with at least 6GB of RAM, 128GB internal storage and said to carry a huge 4200mAh battery pack.

So what do you think of the Mate 20 Pro look? Yay or nay? Stay tuned for more Huawei news as the official event will unfold itself on 19 October 2018.


Huawei Mate 20 Pro is back on the Android Q beta program

More good news has arrived for Huawei today. After being reinstated on the WiFi and SD partner list, they are now also back on the Android Q beta program list once more - specifically, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. Just last week, Google had cut ties with the Chinese manufacturer after the US government had placed them on the Commerce Department’s Entity List.

From what we’ve heard, the Android 9 Pie will not be the last Android version for the Huawei 2018 flagship device. However, upcoming phones such as the Huawei Mate 30 may come with Huawei’s own OS which may be named Ark OS or HongMeng OS instead of the usual Android.

The US has given Huawei a 90 day grace period before all services and businesses with US agencies will be terminated. Among companies that have cut ties with Huawei include Google, ARM, Intel, Qualcomm and more. However, there are companies who still support Huawei such as Panasonic and TSMC. The US has responded by adding Huawei to the Entity List due to fears that their equipment can be used to spy on US information for the Chinese government. However, Malaysia's Prime Minister has stated that Malaysia will continue to support Huawei and the company has lashed back by suing the US government. Are you excited to see that the Huawei Mate 20 is back on the Android Q beta program? Keep up with the latest Huawei news and updates on TechNave.com!


Huawei Mate 20 Pro praised by 14 different tech media sites in Europe

Right after the release of the Huawei Mate 20 series in London on 16 October 2018. Toutiau.com has reported that the Huawei Mate 20 Pro has been praised by as much as 14 medias in Europe such as CHIP, ComputerBild, Connect, Les Numeriques, FrAndroid and more. Some of them has even stated that the Huawei Mate 20 Pro could even the best smartphone of 2018. You can check out the statements of all the media sites on a collective picture on Toutiau.com.

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is due to launch on the 27 October 2018 for the price of RM3599 and it is equipped with the latest HiSilicon Kirin 980 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, 40MP + 20MP + 8MP rear camera, 24MP front facing selfie camera, 6.39-inch display with a screen resolution of 1440 x 3120 and it is powered by a 4200mAh non-removable battery. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 20 Pro ranked one of the best smartphone cameras next to Huawei P20 Pro

DxOMark has recently released tests results for the Huawei Mate 20 Pro and determined that the device is ranked as one of the top camera smartphones currently available in the market next to the Huawei P20 Pro. Taking a closer look at the test results of both the smartphones mentioned, they both managed to score similar overall results in the Photography department. The video aspect, on the other hand, the Huawei P20 Pro tops the Mate 20 Pro by just one point overall.

These smartphones managed to achieve such scores due to their innovative triple camera setup, with the Huawei P20 Pro equipped with the standard 40MP f/1.8 + 20MP f/1.6 monochrome sensor +  8MP f/2.4 telephoto sensor while the Mate 20 Pro has the same standard 40MP f/1.8 + 20MP f/2.2 ultrawide sensor + 8MP f/2.4 equipped. You can have a side by side look of the smartphones mentioned using the comparison tool on our website. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 20 Pro review - Huawei's best flagship yet takes everything up a notch

Featuring a culmination of all the latest mobile technologies yet, such as the dual NPU packing Kirin 980 chipset, in-display fingerprint sensor, 40W supercharging, wireless charging, reverse wireless charging and more, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro is probably one of the most unique flagship smartphones you can get in Malaysia. It is also the first Huawei smartphone to offer a dual curved edge display and a unique-looking Porsche-inspired design completely unlike its Mate 10 Pro predecessor.

At RM3599 it is certainly priced for the upper flagship range and it also has plenty of world’s first’s features included as well. However, is it the flagship device for you? Find out in our review of the Huawei Mate 20 Pro below.

To date, we can safely say that there are no other smartphones that look like the Huawei Mate 20 series, especially the polarising square Matrix Camera setup on the back. Because of that, it is certainly unique but it is either a design that you love or hate with nearly no middle ground in between. Huawei have said that while this design was based off the Porsche 911's four light headlamps, it also allows the Mate 20 series to take better pictures so there are apparently solid functional reasons behind this design choice.

This combination of form and function is carried on for the glass backs. While the normal Twilight and black certainly look nice, the still-not-available-in-Malaysia colours that have the Hyper Optical bands are definitely less slippery and easier to grip. They don't smudge as easily too (there can be smudges if your fingers are oily enough though). For me, it gives a rather Kevlar-like look, but for others, it might make the design even more polarizing.

Huawei's first dual curved edge display smartphone is nearly all screen, for a smaller grip

The Hyper Optical bands reflect light and reduce smudges while increasing texture, making it less slippery but it really looks like Kevlar in the light

The Matrix Camera system really makes it look unique

Smooth on this side with only slightly raised triple LEICA rear cameras

Believe it or not, but you can fit in a SIM card and Nano MicroSD in this single slot tray

As the first Huawei phone to have a dual curved edge display, this also adds on to the uniqueness of the Mate 20 Pro. Personally, I'm not a fan of dual curved edge displays, but it does look pretty and helps raise the illusion that the front of the phone is all screen while making the phone slimmer. The rather wide front notch does interrupt this a bit, but the 3D sensor and 24MP front camera are certainly useful (more on that in a bit) along with the front speaker.

You can change the screen so that it gets rid of this notch, but the only time I've actually felt the need to do this was when playing games like PUBG Mobile, where the controls overlap with the notch (the recent PUBG Mobile update has fixed this already). On the top of the phone, there is an infrared blaster while on the sides the power button is a bright red. No 3.5mm audio jack and no speaker grilles but the USB Type C port also doubles as one of the speakers (which may not be a world’s first but it is definitely the first one I’ve seen to do so). It comes with an additional adaptor and clear case in the box.

Here are the Huawei Mate 20 Pro tech specs:

Here's the tech specs but the screen size is a bit off

While the rear design may be similar, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro differentiates itself from the other Mate 20 series phones by the sheer amount of features that it has. Unlike last year, when the Mate 10 Porsche Design was the only feature-filled Mate king, this year the consumer Mate 20 Pro packs in stand-out features like an in-screen fingerprint sensor, 40W supercharging, 15W wireless charging, reverse wireless charging and IP68 water and dust resistance.

It also packs in significantly higher resolution cameras with a 40MP + 20MP wide angle + 8MP telephoto triple rear combo. This year, Huawei not only replaced the 20MP monochrome sensor from the P20 Pro with a 20MP wide angle sensor, but they also included an actual LEICA wide angle lens that lets you take photos as close-up as 2.5cm away or detailed wide angle shots in low-light. These are only available on 10MP resolution though, but can be switched to easily with the zoom button/slider from 0.6x for wide-angle, 1x for normal, 3x for optical zoom and 5x for the hybrid zoom (there's also 10x but this just digital zoom).

You can now turn of the Master AI but there's also new modes like Super Macro and Super Wide Angle

You can quickly switch to wide angle (0.6x) to hybrid zoom (5x)

AI Camera is still there for image post processing in real-time but there's new additions like Super Macro Mode for those ultra close-up shots and Super Night Mode for clearer night shots. This time around, the Master AI can be turned off in the settings, so if you don't want the AI Camera, you can turn it off. Despite the lack of a monochrome lens, there's still a fairly good monochrome mode, while the usual light painting and Pro modes are also available.

For the blurred background fans, there's Aperture and Portrait modes, with Portrait offering various bokeh or blurred background settings for faces and Aperture for everything else. There's also an AR Lens mode for those who like to record 3D emojis of their faces along with a Hi Vision mode which lets you read QR codes, identify things, locations and points of interest in real life, links shop for them and even find out how many calories they might contain.

For video recording, the highest resolution the Mate 20 Pro can go for now is 4K at 30fps, with Full HD at 60fps but Huawei have added on a post processing for video in real-time feature which they call AI Cinema. This allows you to record video filters in real time, with the most intriguing one being AI Portrait Colour, which colours your subject while making everything else monochrome. There's also a slow-mo mode which can record in 960fps or 120fps.

The 24MP front camera can also record video up to FHD+ but the main highlight of the front camera is its collaboration with the 3D sensor, which lets you do more accurate face unlocks even at an angle or when the phone is in landscape mode. Suffice to say, it works smoothly even at night but Huawei still includes the usual disclaimers that a similar face could also unlock your phone. The in-display fingerprint sensor lights up green when it scans your finger and you can unlock it straight from standby mode (8 times out of 10 it works just fine, especially after recent updates, but if your finger or the screen is too wet or oily, then it might not recognize it).

The new AI Cinema video recording mode integrates video filters in realtime

The previous EMUI Desktop has been upgraded somewhat as well. While you can still turn the Mate 20 Pro into a PC desktop with a single HDMI to USB Type C cable or with nearly any generic USB Type C hub, all of the Google apps have been moved to the desktop or the start button along with system apps like files and the calculator. Overall, we found it to be a much more polished version but strangely enough some previously fine apps have been downgraded, for example, the YouTube app can only show videos up to 480p but more apps (like my own usual Picsart Photo Studio) now fully supports Desktop mode. Most web apps like the YouTube site itself work fine though, so you can always go to Google Chrome and have Facebook or YouTube work with no problems in Desktop Site mode.

A major world's first is the fact that this same EMUI Desktop can now be projected wirelessly, and it works over Miracast. Since most of the newer monitors, projectors and HDTVs support Miracast, this makes things very convenient, but our own experience with a Miracast dongle only lets the EMUI Desktop project up to 720p. It's also a bit laggy, so we expect this to be mainly useful for presentations or watching movies, or at least until updates polish this feature up.

There's a ton of features including a calorie counting AI camera and an AR lens

There's a ton of other features on the Mate 20 Pro that we haven't fully explored yet. This includes a fast swipe gesture mode for one-handed usage, the ability to scan objects into actionable 3D models (you'll have to download the 3D Live Maker app exclusively for the Mate 20 series) but there is one feature we'd like to highlight, and that is the battery mode. If you open it up, you'll find that Huawei have done what they earlier promised, opening up performance mode (more on how powerful this is in a bit) which you can toggle as you want.

Yep, you can now turn on performance mode at will or darken the interface to save more power

The Kirin 970 didn't do so well in many of the more popular benchmarks mostly due to the AI nature of the chipset that allowed it to push the chipset when it needed to. Unfortunately, this carries forward with the Kirin 980 chipset, but Huawei have toggled the chipset down somewhat to help conserve energy. This is reflected in an AnTuTu score of 224480, a 3DMark score of 2189 on Slingshot Extreme OpenGL and Geekbench 4 of 3322 for single core and 9849 for multicore, which is high but not nearly as high as the Snapdragon 845.

However, if you set the Mate 20 Pro on performance mode, its AnTuTu score of 300980 easily tops the pack and in other benchmarks as well. We assume that this means that the Kirin 980 can beat out the Snapdragon 845 if necessary, but Huawei have toggled it down so that it only comes up when needed. Thankfully, I never needed to use this performance mode because even when set at normal mode, the Mate 20 Pro plays demanding games like PUBG Mobile on HDR with smooth lag free gameplay (you'll need to download the latest PUBG Mobile update).

3DMark and GeekBench 4 on normal settings

GeekBench 4 Single-core and Multi-core scores on normal settings

3DMark and GeekBench 4 on Performance mode

GeekBench 4 Single-core and Multi-core scores on Performance mode

PUBG Mobile on HDR settings is both beautiful and lag free

This somewhat toned down performance also translates to a more energy efficient Mate 20 Pro, which on average can get 1 day and a half to 2 days on normal to medium usage (email, chat, surf, YouTube, gaming, EMUI Desktop). If you select power saving or ultra power saving modes we expect battery life to increase exponentially but you won't get notifications as soon as you can. Thankfully, with the up to 40W charging, it only takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to charge the Mate 20 Pro from 0% to 100%.

You'd think the phone would get hot with that sort of fast charging, but the only time the Mate 20 Pro got hot was when we played PUBG Mobile for a while or turned on Performance mode. It didn't even get hot with the GPS, proof that the new GPS does contribute to the better energy efficiency of the Mate 20 Pro. Connectivity was fast and stable, while call quality is excellent. The screen looks really bright and vibrant, with clear colours while the audio is also nice and loud, even when the USB Type C port gets plugged up with an adaptor for EMUI Desktop.

Battery life is awesome on the Mate 20 Pro

40W Supercharging is superfast and TUV Rheinland endorsed

Talking about EMUI Desktop, the new version has been cleaned up and more apps work better with it. We also found that even though we used the same adaptor hub and charger as the mate 10 Pro, the Mate 20 Pro actually charges faster so you can expect your plugged in Mate 20 Pro to get fully charged after about 2 hours or so of EMUI Desktop usage. Unfortunately, Huawei have still not decided to do any sort of keyboard or mouse mapping for games, so games that have multiple controls like PUBG Mobile can't be played very well on the EMUI Desktop. You can still play tap or click games like Age of Valor or VainGlory with the mouse with no issues though.

After the recent update, the in-display fingerprint sensor works much faster and more accurately. Unfortunately, if your finger is dirty, oily or wet (or your screen is) this fingerprint sensor doesn't work as well. The 3D Face Unlock is much faster and easier though, and it worked at night or in pitch black with no issues and it also unlocks with no issues in landscape mode, so you can use it well to unlock your EMUI Desktop too. Setup does take a while longer though, as it asks to capture the edges of your face as well.

The EMUI Desktop lets you have a PC Like experience and you can now project wirelessly over Miracast

The new Triple Leica rear cameras work excellently. Just as advertised, the Mate 20 Pro can take some really close up shots without the need of any extra add-on lenses or wide angle shots. While you can only do so on 10MP, even the wide-angle shots capture most details well. Colours are bright and accurate without the Master AI on, while with it, the real-time post processing of AI Camera really makes things pop. Taking it a step further is the new Super Night Mode, which makes night and low-light shots even clearer.

Practically every other mode also gets this boost in performance which you can see in the smoother and clearer Panorama mode. The fact that you can now choose to have bokeh or blurry backgrounds for faces in Portrait mode or for objects in Aperture mode is quite logical and certainly does help offer even more camera features for the Mate 20 Pro, but the addition also means that the camera features UI is quite crowded.

Just Auto, but the details of every leaf and branch is brought out in full detail

Super Macro Mode gives you unbelievable close-up shots without needing any external macro lens

This isn't a bad thing in my opinion, as it means there's a pro feature for every normal photographer out there, but it might get on the nerves of more experienced photographers. For those, the Pro mode is still there and still more than capable of taking most shots. Underwater mode required a Huawei underwater case so we didn't test it but we still managed to take fairly clear water shots with no issues either (thanks to the IP68 water resistance). Monochrome mode is surprisingly good, despite the fact that there's no actual monochrome sensor now.

Video recording is a lot smoother this time around with what appears to be even better AI driven stabilisation. The front camera can handle full HD recording with no problems and the slow-mo video recording works well too. The new AI Cinema mode is intriguing, but we did notice some lag with it on. The AI Colour mode is the most impressive, turning everything else but your subject to monochrome, but it doesn't always work smoothly (especially with many subjects or backlight), so we're hoping this can be fixed or upgraded with further updates.

I have to say that I'm a bit disappointed that 4K on 30 FPS is the highest that the Mate 20 Pro can record but perhaps 60fps and higher levels will be added on with more updates. You can now record super slow motion at 960 fps but this is just for 720p for a few seconds. Slow motion video recording works well enough.

However, one of the best new features on the Mate 20 Pro we've found is HiVision, which is accessible in the top left corner in Photo mode. Consisting of a QR reader (which really helped setting up the Watch GT), Shopping, Identify and Translate, each function does exactly as described if you point the camera at it. Unfortunately, Shopping still only offers links to western sites but Identify and Translate are useful when you don't know what a flower is called or what a menu or sign says. It has potential, but sometimes it can make mistakes. AR lens lets you record 3D emoji's.

Panorama mode lets you curve the shot but captures all the details

Is that a ghostly fish we see? Nah, just a reflection... gotta be.

On Auto, the picture still turns out well

But on Super Night mode, everything becomes brighter without needing a tripod

Super Night mode ~ it might not be a galaxy shot but you can see all the details in the tree, the night time clouds and the stars

Overall, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro has got to be one of the most powerful flagship smartphones currently available. Potentially offering nearly any feature you could want, it still feels a bit like a work in progress as each update polishes up the features and brings in new features as well, but make no mistake, this smartphone has nearly everything for everyone. Want a sleek, unique, easy to grip design? Check. Should you buy it for its cameras? Definitely. Does it let you play games and everything else on maximum but still saves battery life? A big YES.

However, because of this “it has everything” approach, it's difficult to categorize which user it is perfect for. We assume it would be perfect for anyone except the value or entry-level crowd as RM3599 is quite a high price to pay. That being said there's currently no other phone out there which offers the same feature set except for Huawei's own Mate 20 X (which is good for those who don't like dual curved edge displays and have big hands).

Personally, I feel that despite its various features and top-notch performance, the Mate 20 Pro is still a work in progress as nearly every update seems to improve it somehow. For that reason, I think that this is the best time to get the Mate 20 Pro or Mate 20 X, as the features are finally as good as they were claimed to be when it first came out. I expect it to get better with more updates, maybe even an M-Pen update as it looks better suited for business use, which is what the Mate 20 Pro looks perfect for.

Regarding recent issues of green screen tinting, I have to say that I've been using it since day one (when it got launched) and I haven't noticed any such issue, proof that it is likely isolated cases and not something that affects each and every Mate 20 Pro. If it appears for you, do bring it in to your Huawei Store for a replacement as the warranty should cover it without any damage to the IP68 water resistance. Regardless, you'll still end up with an awesome smartphone in the end, so we see no issue with it.

Got your own Huawei Mate 20 Pro and found something we didn't cover? Thanks to all the features, we wouldn't be surprised, so do let us know about it in our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more reviews and tech news.


Huawei Mate 20 Pro unboxing, hands-on and first impressions video

The Huawei Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro, MateBook D and MateBook X Pro officially landed in Malaysia last weekend and we've since managed to do an unboxing and hands-on first impressions video of the Huawei Mate 20 Pro. Thanks to Huawei Malaysia, we managed to get the still limited edition Midnight Blue version, which is currently not available yet in Malaysia (but it could come if response is good), featuring Huawei's Hyper Optical Patterns on the backside for a better grip.

Featuring a revamped LEICA powered Matrix Camera System, we also check out the Mate 20 Pro's camera capabilities somewhat with its new 40MP + 20MP ultra wide angle + 8MP telephoto triple rear cameras. So, do check out the video below.

Priced at RM3599, the Mate 20 Pro offers a number of other features which we'll be checking out in more detail soon. For now, you can see more Mate 20 Pro camera samples from London here and do stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Huawei Mate 20 Pro will be coming with a battery size larger than 4000mAh + Android P updates for selected Huawei devices

Huawei teases that the upcoming Huawei Mate 20 Pro will be coming with a larger battery than its predecessor. According to the image courtesy of pocket-link.com, the battery of the upcoming Huawei device will be larger than 4000mAh. Paired up with the upcoming Huawei In-house processor, the HiSilicone Kirin 980 chipset featuring the Neural Processing Unit, the Huawei Mate 20 Pro will see a huge improvement in terms of battery life, comfortably pushing the usage per charge to more than a or two day assuming my theories are correct.

On another note, the Huawei Mate 10 Pro, Huawei P20 Pro, Honor 10 as well as the Honor View 10 will be getting an Android P update very soon. That being said, there is no news on when this “soon” might be and whether it will be available on other devices such as the Huawei P20, and the Huawei Mate 10. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates like these.