Black Shark 3 Pro Knight Grey version and gaming case coming to Malaysia

If you're a big fan of Black Shark's gaming smartphone, you're in for a treat later this week. Black Shark launched the Black Shark 3 Pro in Malaysia just last month but is already getting ready to bring in a new colour. The Knight Grey version will be available later this week, along with a carrying case to store accessories for the phone.

The pre-order sale of the Black Shark 3 Pro Knight Grey version will last from 23 to 25 July 2020. It's available exclusively on Shopee for a promo price of RM3899, which is an RM300 discount from the original pricing. However, it was announced that stocks will be limited, so you'll have to grab it fast. As a reminder, the Black Shark 3 Pro is powered by a Snapdragon 865 chipset and 12GB of RAM. It also has 256GB of storage, a 7.1-inch 90Hz AMOLED display, and a 5000mAh battery.

Besides the phone, you'll be able to get the Black Shark carrying case during the pre-order sale for RM89.90 too (RM40 discount) if you buy any Black Shark accessory, except for the keyboard. The case is sand, dust, dirt and anti-splash, so you could bring it to the beach and wow the onlookers if you want to. With the case, you'll be able to store your new Black Shark 3 Pro, FunCooler Pro fan, GamePad 3, and more.

An RM300 discount off the Black Shark 3 Pro is a pretty good deal. But would you be interested in the carry case, or is there some other accessory you'd like to see? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


Black Shark 3 Pro Malaysia release: 12GB + 256GB memory capacity, 7.1-inch AMOLED 2K Display and more price at RM4199

Previously, we reported that the mobile gaming smartphone Black Shark 3 Pro will be available in Malaysia on 4 June 2020. This will happen exactly when the time hits 12AM tonight later and we also got the details on the price tag and gifts. According to the press release, it will be available exclusively on Shopee for RM4199 bundled with a pair of Black Shark Bluetooth Earphones 2 (worth RM399).

With a week-long launch starting from the 4th until 10th of June 2020, the first 80 customers who purchase the Black Shark 3 Pro on the first day will receive a special bundle gift worth over RM600. This bundle is said to include a Black Shark Gamepad 2.0 (left side), a Gamepad Holder 3.0, 1-year Screen Crack Protection and a Mystery Black Shark Merchandise. As for the second day, the first 70 customers will bring home a Black Shark FunCooler, 1-year Screen Crack Protection and a Mystery Black Shark Merchandise (worth over RM500 altogether).

After the first 2 days of the sale, the bundle will return to the original Black Shark Bluetooth Earphones. On top of that, the first 10 customers will earn Shopee shopping voucher worth RM100 after purchasing. It has also been confirmed that the model is the 12GB + 256GB memory variant.

To recap the tech specs, the gaming phone features a Snapdragon 865 chipset, 5G connectivity, a liquid cooling system, and a 5000mAh battery with 65W hyper-charge technology. Moreover, it is also equipped with a 7.1-inch AMOLED 2K Display with Master Touch mapping technology and dual front-facing stereo speakers.

To get yourself ready, you can bookmark the Black Shark online store on Shopee first right here. What do you think of the price? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Black Shark 3 Pro will be available in Malaysia on 4 June 2020 exclusively on Shopee

When Black Shark launched only the Black Shark 3 in Malaysia last month, some may have wondered if the Pro variant was going to come too. Well, wonder no more because Black Shark has officially confirmed it: The Black Shark 3 Pro will be launched in Malaysia on 4 June 2020. It'll be available exclusively on Shopee Malaysia, so look out for it there.

For those who are wondering what different here, the Black Shark 3 Pro is a bigger version of the Black Shark 3. Some of the specs are the same, such as the Snapdragon 865 chipset and up to 12GB of RAM. But the Pro variant also has double the internal storage at 256GB and a larger 7.1-inch AMOLED display that has a higher max resolution of 1440 x 3120. To compensate for the extra pixels, there's also a larger 5000mAh battery.

The price hasn't been announced yet. But the Black Shark 3 retails for at least RM2799, so the Pro may cost more than RM3000. Having said that, are the differences in the Black Shark 3 Pro enough for you to consider it over the standard variant? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the price announcement next week.


Black Shark 3 Pro will have physical pop-up trigger buttons that can last 1 million clicks

It's really starting to feel that the latest Black Shark gaming smartphones are coming soon. We've been getting a lot of news from the brand recently and this one's pretty interesting. In a series of official Weibo posts, it has now been revealed that the Black Shark 3 Pro will come with mechanical pop-up trigger buttons.

The buttons in question are built-in mechanical ones that will pop-up only when needed. According to Black Shark, the buttons will be able to pop-out 300000 times and the buttons can withstand 1 million clicks. It should be quite reliable and would last the user for many years to come. Since it's a pair of mechanical buttons (left and right sides), you can also expect it to deliver good precision and feedback when in use.

Being a 5G device powered by a Snapdragon 865 chipset, the Black Shark 3 Pro is a powerful device that has managed over the 620k mark in the AnTuTu benchmark. Combined with its expected up to 16GB RAM, 120Hz display, and large 5000mAh battery, mobile gamers will likely find this device a very tempting purchase option.

The Black Shark 3 series will be launching soon on 3 March 2020, though there's no telling if it'll make its way to Malaysia officially. But with all the powerful flagship smartphones this year that may be cheaper, would you still want a fancy gaming device like the Black Shark 3 Pro? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Black Shark 3 series key differences in display revealed, Pro version has 7.1-inch screen

The Black Shark 3 series is set to launch later today, but even the imminent reveal is going to stop the spoilers. A new leak yesterday showed that one of key difference between the Black Shark 3 and Black Shark 3 Pro is the display specs. While not unusual, a 7.1-inch screen on a smartphone isn't something you see everyday.

According to a Weibo post from someone within the company, the regular Black Shark 3 comes with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display with a max resolution of 2400 x 1080, while the Black Shark 3 Pro comes with a whopping 7.1-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 3120 x 1440. Both models will also support refresh rates of up to 90Hz, HDR10+, and delta E < 1 colour calibration.

In a separate post, a new voice command feature was also teased. Currently, this only seems to be working in the Chinese mobile battle royale game called Peacekeeper Elite. It allows players to swap through different items in the game, open their inventory, lock on targets, and more. While interesting, this is something that has to be programmed into games individually, so we're not sure how extensive it'll be used. It could end up being more of a gimmick.

We'll find out more about the Black Shark 3 smartphones later when they are officially unveiled. But what are your favourite features for the phone so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for our full report on the launch that's expected later today.


Black Shark 3 series released: SD865 and 65W fast charging from ~RM2108

It seems that the Black Shark 3 series which consists of the Black Shark 3, as well as the Black Shark 3 Pro, has been officially unveiled in China and it starts from the price of RMB3499(~RM2108). The new series comes with several key features such as the 65W fast charging, 90Hz refresh rate as well as a 270Hz touch sampling rate.

The devices also have a new and improved liquid cooling system which increases the heat dissipation by a factor of two. The Pro variant comes with stereo speakers at the front that are strategically positioned so that your palms will not end up blocking the speaker grill, especially while playing mobile games.

Furthermore, it also has a pair of dedicated keys along the side that lets the user bind it to specific commands such as firing, aiming your weapon, or consuming an item. With all that said, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now.

Would you be interested in getting the Black Shark 3 series as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


64-bit Samsung smartphone benchmarked, reveals Snapdragon 410 processor

The age of 64-bit smartphones is upon us as a Samsung smartphone featuring the model number SM-G510F was recently seen at GFXBench packing the Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 which is one of the new range of 64-bit processors and chipsets from Qualcomm. These tech specs include a 4-inch display with 540 x 960 pixel resolution, 1GB RAM, 8GB storage, 8MP rear camera, 5MP front camera and Android 4.4.2 KitKat. The benchmark reveals performance on par or better than the Motorola Moto G, which could indicate this is a smartphone meant for the masses and not the midrange. No news on Malaysia release dates, pricing or even a name yet so stay tuned and we'll keep you posted.


Black Shark 3 with larger battery might be unveiled in February 2020

Black Shark 2, for illustration purposes only

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that the Black Shark 3 gaming smartphone is expected to be unveiled around February 2020 and it might come equipped with a larger 4700mAh internal battery. Not only that, but it might come with a 30W or higher fast-charging technology.

Based on what we know on the Black Shark 2 Pro, the Black Shark 3 might come equipped with a high refresh-rate display, larger RAM and storage capacity, as well as a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ chipset or higher. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt due to the fact that the manufacturers of the Black Shark smartphones have yet to provide any statement on the leaked.

As of now, there is no official information in terms of the official release date and local price of the aforementioned device for now. Would you be interested in purchasing the Black Shark 3 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Black Shark 3S Malaysia release: up to 12GB + 256GB, SD 865+, Screen Mirroring starting from RM3199

Today, we got some news that the Black Shark 3S series is officially coming to Malaysia on 8 September at 12AM. Coming in two variants, there's the 12GB + 128GB and 12GB + 256GB variant for RM3199 and RM3499 respectively.

Of course, you can expect some bundled gift from purchasing either one oup to 12f the phones. For the first 50 customers, you will get a Shark Carry Case Fun Cooler, 1-Year Screen Protection, BS Secret Merchandise and a RM100 voucher. After that, the rest of the customers will bring home the same thing as well except switching the case for a Gamepad 2.0 (L) + Holder 3.0 Fun Cooler. It should be noted that the sale is only exclusive on their Shopee platform.

To recap, the Black Shark 3S series is pretty unique in a sense that it features a special Screen Mirroring to sync up with a laptop. There's also a Snapdragon 865+ chipset and a refresh rate up to RM120Hz. You can check out the full tech specs and features here.


Black Shark 3S could be coming soon with Snapdragon 865+ chipset

As you know by now, 'leaks' can come from the most obvious of sources. With the Lenovo Legion Duel and ROG Phone 3 being launched yesterday, Black Shark CEO Luo Yuzhou threw out a teaser on his Weibo account. It's believed that he's hinting at a new Black Shark gaming phone that's coming soon.

For those who are unaware, Weibo has an identifier like Twitter that shows what device a person is posting from. In Luo's post, he posted "feels like a lot of things are happening these days" from a 'Tencent Black Shark 3S' device. This post was also quoted by the Black Shark's Chairman Peter Wu, who said outright that it's the Black Shark 3S. Since it's straight from the bosses on top, it's safe to say that a more powerful version of the Black Shark 3 series is on the way.

If so, we can assume that the Black Shark 3S will sport better hardware. It will likely have the Snapdragon 865+ chip, at least 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. There's a chance that there may be a Pro variant too, with way more RAM and internal storage. Besides that, we may also see improvement in the fast-charging tech, as many other companies have been doing that recently.

We can only speculate for now since Black Shark hasn't announced any tech specs and features. With that said, what are you hoping to see with Black Shark's next gaming phone? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


Black Shark 3S release: Snapdragon 865 chipset, 120Hz display, and Screen Mirroring from ~RM2430

It was confirmed earlier this week that Black Shark will be launching a new gaming smartphone on 31 July 2020 and here it is. The Black Shark 3S was officially launched in China today and it's equipped with some powerful hardware. It also comes with some cool features like Screen Mirroring but we'll get to that in a bit. So, let's look at what this phone has in store for us.

Surprisingly, the Black Shark 3S isn't using the Snapdragon 865+ chipset but is using the standard Snapdragon 865 chipset. Black Shark still managed to score 666280 points on AnTuTu with the phone, so it's no slouch in the performance department. What's interesting is that Black Shark mounted the motherboard to the centre of the phone, which keeps the parts that can get warm away from the sides when you use it horizontally. The phone also has great heat dissipation.

Moving on, the Black Shark 3S also comes with 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, up to 512GB of internal storage, and a 6.67-inch AMOLED display. Two batteries adding up to 4720mAh and the 65W fast-charging helps keep this phone constantly juiced up and ready to game. Black Shark said that you should be able to get 50% of charge from just 12 minutes of charging and there's support for 18W wireless charging too.

In terms of features, the notable ones are the 120Hz display and the screen mirroring. Specifically, you can connect the phone to a PC via USB 3.0 cable and play your games there with latency as low as 40ms. Black Shark has also partnered up with Tencent Games to develop Tencent SolarCore, which is a feature that allegedly resolves screen stuttering issues for certain games when running on high refresh rates.

Currently, there's no news on when the phone is coming to Malaysia. But since both the Black Shark 3 and Black Shark 3 Pro have been released here, we're quite sure that Black Shark Malaysia will bring this in too. The prices are comparable to the Black Shark 3 as well, so you might find this option more appealing to you.

Having said that, what do you think of the new phone so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Black Shark 3S video teaser revealed showing a 120Hz refresh rate display and more

It was only yesterday that Black Shark confirmed that there is an upcoming Black Shark 3S variant. So far, the only thing that we know is that a Snapdragon 865+ chipset is part of the device and the company is in collaboration with Tencent. However, they released more information on Weibo showcasing its 120Hz refresh rate display and more.

According to Sparrows News' report, a short teaser video was posted on Weibo forums revealing some tech specs on the gaming device. The Black Shark 3S will feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display and can support up to 120Hz refresh rate, 270Hz touch sampling rate, and has a MEMC (Motion Estimation, Motion Compensation) 3.0 Plugin. Comparing with the Black Shark 3 Pro, the refresh rate is only up to 90Hz but its size display is bigger with 7.1-inches.

Not only did the company released a short video teaser, but they also compared the Black Shark 3S with an iPhone 11 Pro Max which is funny because Apple doesn't emphasize on the refresh rate. If anything, they should compare with actual gaming phones like the recently announced ASUS ROG Phone 3 and Lenovo Legion Phone Duel. Oh well, Just typical comparisons by China brands.

There's a good chance that the Black Shark 3S could come into the Malaysia market. Are you looking forward to the Black Shark 3S? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


Black Shark 3S will come with Screen Mirroring support and Motion Controls

We are just a day away from the Black Shark 3S launch in China and so far, the tech specs teased by the company is predictable. We are expecting a Snapdragon 865+ chipset and the device will support up to 120Hz refresh rate. Pretty standard, right? Well, their latest video teaser just revealed that you can play your mobile games on your PC/laptop via USB as well as supporting motion controls.

The video teaser was officially released on Black Shark's Weibo account but since not everyone can access it, Sparrow News uploaded it once again on YouTube to give us a better look. With this, we can confirm that Black Shark 3S supports screen mirroring, motion controls, as well as keyboard and mouse input via USB connectivity. Setting up the screen mirror seems simple, as you only need to navigate through the Black Shark app and give access permission for the PC/laptop.

Since the Black Shark 3S supports keyboard and mouse input, that means you can customize the buttons to your preference. Speaking of customizing, you can also customize motion control which moving the phone in a certain method can execute a command. To be honest, it does look kinda impractical but there is some potential in this for mobile gamers to have an upper hand.

What do you think of these mobile gaming features? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4 Malaysia release: SD870, up to 12GB RAM, 120W charging from RM2299

The Black Shark 4 gaming smartphone has been officially unveiled in Malaysia and it starts at the price of RM2299 for the 8GB + 128GB while the 12GB + 256GB ROM variant is priced at RM2799. If you’re interested in getting the smartphone in question, it can be purchased during the pre-sale starting from 28 April until 4 April 2021 via their official store on Shopee.

That’s not all, if you were to get the smartphone during the aforementioned pre-sale, you’ll be eligible for a bunch of freebies worth more than RM500 in value. The freebies include items such as 1-year screen protection, a tempered glass screen protector, carrying case, Black Shark branded mouse pad, masks, as well as the Mobile Legend Esport Box.

In terms of the tech specs, the Black Shark 4 comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chipset, up to 12GB RAM, up to 256GB ROM, 6.67-inch AMOLED 144Hz AMOLED display, as well as a 4500mAh internal battery which supports up to 120W fast charging that’s capable of fully charging the device in 15 minutes. As for the camera, it has a 48MP + 8MP + 5MP rear camera setup while the front has a 20MP selfie camera.

The device also features the new and improved “Sandwich” Liquid Cooling 2.0 that helps keep the smartphone cool, especially during an intense mobile gaming session. Additionally, it has improved pop-up shoulder triggers seen on the Black Shark 3 Pro to ensure a more ergonomic and tactile gaming experience.

If you want to find out more information, head over to their official store on Shopee. Would you be interested in getting the device in question during the pre-sale? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4 Pro Malaysia release: Snapdragon 888 chipset, 144Hz refresh rate display, 120W fast charge, and more from RM2599

Looking for a new gaming smartphone? We're spoiled for choice these days, but Black Shark is one of the biggest brands in this area. If you need to get one that can deliver the best in performance, the Black Shark 4 Pro is now available in Malaysia.

Just today, Black Shark Malaysia launched the Black Shark 4 Pro gaming smartphone in Malaysia. The phone was first unveiled back in March 2021, but it's taken a while to make its way here. Anyway, this model sports a Snapdragon 888 chipset, a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED that supports a refresh rate of 144Hz, and 120W fast charging.

Besides the above, this model comes with magnetic pop-up shoulder buttons and DTS Ultra X certified dual speakers. Moreover, it has an upgraded liquid cooling system that delivers improved cooling efficiency, so it won't feel warm even when you play demanding mobile games. Finally, this smartphone comes with a 64MP+8MP+5MP triple-camera at the back, as well as a 20MP front camera.

The Black Shark 4 Pro is available starting on 4 February 2022 in two configurations: 8GB RAM + 128GB storage; and 12GB RAM + 256GB storage. They're priced at RM2599 and RM2999, respectively. What's more, the first 500 buyers could get up to RM500 worth of gifts. There are also upcoming promos for the Black Shark Lucifer T2 earbuds and Black Shark Goblin headphones, so don't miss out if you're a Black Shark fan.

If you are interested in these products, check out the Black Shark Malaysia store page on Shopee. So, do any of you plan to buy the Black Shark 4 Pro? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news on the latest gaming smartphones.


Black Shark 4 Pro coming to Malaysia on 17 Jan 2022

Last April, Black Shark Malaysia launched the Black Shark 4 here, making it one of the top gaming smartphones at the time. But since then, the Pro model remained elusive to Malaysians. Well, it looks like the company is finally launching it here.

Black Shark Malaysia has confirmed that the Black Shark 4 Pro would be launching here on 17 January 2022. This model comes with the Snapdragon 888 chipset, up to 16GB of RAM, and up to 512GB of internal storage. Its display is a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED screen that supports a refresh rate of 144Hz and HDR10+. The battery isn't that big at 4500mAh, but it does support 120W fast charging.

Besides the Black Shark 4 Pro, we're hoping that Black Shark Malaysia would launch the Black Shark 4s here. This model was revealed in October 2021 and packs a Snapdragon 888+, which is an overclocked variant of the Snapdragon 888 chipset. It also comes in a custom Gundam Edition, though we doubt that edition would make its way here.

Having said that, do you have plans to get the Black Shark 4 Pro or wait for a newer model? Let us know in the comments below! Also, stay tuned to TechNave for more updates from Black Shark.


Black Shark 4 Pro takes top spot on AnTuTu in March 2021

March 2021 turned out to be a busy month, with plenty of new smartphones making debuts. ASUS, Black Shark, realme, and Xiaomi all launched new flagships. And when it comes to the flagships, many are curious about how they perform, which is where AnTuTu comes in.

In March 2021, the Black Shark 4 Pro topped the AnTuTu benchmark performance chart with 765579 points. This is followed by the OPPO Find X3 Pro and Nubia Red Magic 6 Pro, at 742078 points and 741100 points respectively. Overall, the gap in performance between each phone isn't that high. But as you can see, that's because all of them are powered by the same Snapdragon 888 chipset.

Another thing you would notice is that three of the latest gaming phones take the top 5 spots. This means that there's a factor that makes them better than other flagships. If you ask us, it would have to be their cooling systems. The Snapdragon 888 chipset is known to heat up a lot, so a good cooling system would prevent thermal throttling.

You can also check out the performance rankings for mid-range devices, which is surprisingly dominated by MediaTek's Dimensity 820 chipset. With that said, which phone would you consider buying? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


64-core AMD Threadripper announced along with new Ryzen 4000 mobile and Athlon CPUs

The Consumer Electronics Show 2020 (CES 2020) is finally underway and we already have interesting news from all over. Those who are into PC building would be particularly keen on what AMD had to reveal, though this time the chipmaker decided to only talk about its latest AMD Ryzen Threadripper, Mobile Ryzen 4000 series, Athlon 3000 series CPUs.

Let's take a look at AMD's latest offerings, starting with the new Ryzen Threadripper 3990X. This new CPU for HEDT (high-end desktop) PCs has a whopping 64-cores and 128 threads, allowing it to perform faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 3970X. For example, it managed to perform 51% faster in 3D Ray Tracing in MAXON Cinema4D Renderer and get a score of 25399 points in single-threaded performance for Cinebench R20.

Next is the new CPUs for the Ryzen 4000 series meant to be used on laptops. These new CPUs are divided into the U-series and H-series, which are rated at 15W and 45W TDP, respectively. AMD expects these CPUs to deliver greater thermal performance, which should allow OEM manufacturers to build laptops with thinner and lighter chassis. They are also expected to come with onboard Vega graphics.

For the U-series, the Ryzen 7 4800U is the biggest hitter, offering up to 4% faster in single-threaded and 90% in multithreaded performance compared to Intel's Core i7-1065G7. There's also the Ryzen 7 4800-H, which can deliver up to 5% more single-threaded and up to 46% multi-threaded performance than the Intel Core i7-9750H.

Last but not least is the AMD Athlon 3000 series CPUs, which also come equipped with a built-in GPU. AMD's mainstream series for this year is expected to deliver up to 86% more GPU performance and up to 51% improvement to productivity applications. It's available in two models of Athlon Gold 3150U (2-cores, 4-threads) and Athlon Silver 3050U (2-cores, 2-threads).

If you need a better performing laptop or a high-end CPU for 3D rendering, then this could be a good year to finally upgrade. What do you think? Share your thoughts on the new CPUs on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more CES 2020 coverage.

Tech specs for announced CPUs can be found below:


Black Shark 4 confirmed to come with an upgraded cooling system and Snapdragon 888

A few days ago, Black Shark officially announced that the Black Shark 4 will be launched on 23 March. Today, we found two posters that confirming the device will feature a better cooling system and a Snapdragon 888 chipset.

The improved cooling system can help to reduce the CPU temperatures up to 18 degrees Celcius. As for the chipset poster, we know that the device comes with a horizontal camera module and a glowing Black Shark logo.

Other than that, please stay tuned for the launch in the upcoming week. Are you excited about the device launching? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4 might be launched soon after being spotted on TENAA

The Black Shark 4 has been getting attention lately with a few of its teasers roaming around the Internet. Today, the device has been spotted on TENAA's listing and it could mean that the launch is imminent. Let's check out what else has been found regarding the upcoming gaming smartphone!

The Black Shark 4 will be one of the first gaming smartphones powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 to enter the market. From TENAA, the device is expected to sport a 6.67-inch display. It is also believed that it will use an OLED panel with a high refresh rate and FHD+ resolution judging from the previous generations.

Other than that, it has been officially confirmed that the Black Shark 4 will house a 4,500mAh battery that supports 120W fast charging. It has also scored 788,505 points on AnTuTu Benchmark, becoming the highest on the platform. There could be a possibility that the phone might score even higher when it arrives thanks to the powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset.

Let us know if you're excited about the release of Black Shark 4 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Black Shark 4 scored 788505 points which is the highest on AnTuTu benchmark

It seems that Black Shark’s CEO has recently announced on the brand’s weibo account, stating that the Black Shark 4 gaming smartphone has managed to score the highest at 788505 points on AnTuTu benchmark. To give a small comparison, the Xiaomi Mi 11, OPPO Find X3, as well as the iQOO 7 managed to score around 710000 points, 771000 points, and 752000 points respectively, which is nowhere close to the score of the Black Shark 4.

The reason the smartphone managed to achieve such a score is largely thanks to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset which was unveiled not too long ago. With that all being said, there could be a huge possibility that this year’s Snapdragon 888 Plus could score higher than 800000 points on the AnTuTu benchmark given the right circumstances.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the Black Shark 4 so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4 series leaked with Snapdragon 888 chipset and 120W fast wired charging!

Last week, we reported the images of the Black Shark 4 found on TEENA. This week, we got another leak on the key tech specs not just for the Black Shark 4 but also the Black Shark 4 Pro which indicates the launching date of the Black Shark 4 series to be nearer.

According to the known chinese leaker Digital Chat Station, the Black Shark 4 will be powered by the Snapdragon 870 chipset with a 4500mAh battery that supports 120W fast wired charging that can charge from 0 to 100% in just 15 minutes. The leakster also mentioned that initially, Black Shark 4 was named as the Black Shark 4 lite while the Black Shark 4 Pro was named as the Black Shark 4.

Black Shark 4 series key tech spec leaked.

As for the Black Shark 4 Pro, it will be coming in with the Snapdragon 888 chipset with 6.67-inch display with 1080p resolution while having the same 120W fast wired charging support. We are not sure if this is true as it seems to be a massive downgrade from the Black Shark Pro 3 especially on the display which had a 7-inch 1440p resolution with 90Hz AMOLED display.Either way, there is no official confirmation on the tech specs and releasing dates yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But we do know it will be launching this month in China. So let us know what you think of the Black Shark 4 series at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4 series release: SD 888, 6.67-inch E4 AMOLED, 120W fast charging, starts from RM1,582

Before launching the Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro and Mi 11 Ultra on 29 March, the company has presented other powerful devices today from its gaming branch. The Black Shark 4 and 4 Pro have arrived as gaming smartphones with the latest tech specs and features that you wouldn't want to miss. Let's read on to find out what are the things that the two devices brought!

Starting with the chipset, the Black Shark 4 comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 while the Pro variant features the more powerful Snapdragon 888. Both of them sport a 6.67-inch E4 AMOLED screen by Samsung with support for a 144Hz refresh rate and 720Hz touch sampling rate.

The Black Shark 4 Pro also brings improved cooling performance by using a two-layer liquid cooling system. It is said that the first layer is directly below the screen, sandwiching the chipset and the other internals with the second layer. With this structure, the device gets to increase heat dissipation by 30% and lower the CPU temperature by 18°C. Furthermore, the cooling works as well when charging the 4,500mAh battery of both devices. It is also claimed that the new Black Shark can be fully charged in just around 14 minutes with the 120W fast charging support.

For photography, both devices come with a triple camera setup but different configurations. The Black Shark 4 Pro brings a 64MP main camera while the vanilla variant uses a 48MP sensor instead. Others including an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 5MP macro shooter. On the front, both feature a 20MP selfie unit placed in a centered punch-hole cutout.

It is also worth mentioning that the devices' pressure-sensitive shoulder keys now recognize both a light tap and a hard press. There are also two-mode switch keys on the right side with the fingerprint scanner/home button placed in the middle among them. Both Black Shark 4 and 4 Pro will also be running JoyUI 12.5 based on Android 11 out of the box.

For the price, the Black Shark 4 is available in 6GB + 128GB version for CNY2,499 (~RM1,582), 8GB + 128GB for CNY2,699 (~RM1,709), 12GB + 128GB for CNY2,999 (~RM1,899), and 12GB + 256GB for CNY3,299 (~RM2,089). Meanwhile, the Black Shark 4 Pro will have three versions that are 8GB + 256GB for CNY3,999 (~RM2,532), 12GB + 256GB for CNY4,499 (~RM2,848), and 16GB + 512GB for CNY5,299 (~RM3,355). Colours options such as Magic Black, Black, and Silver will be available.

Let us know what you think about the new Black Shark 4 series on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


Black Shark 4 teased by Black Shark CEO to be released by end of March 2021?

Based on a statement by the CEO of Black Shark, it seems that the Black Shark 4 series gaming smartphone will most likely be unveiled very soon. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, gizmochina mentioned that it will most likely be unveiled somewhere around the end of March 2021.

In terms of the tech specs, the Black Shark 4 series will be available in two variants which are expected to come equipped with either the Snapdragon 888 or Snapdragon 870 chipset. In addition to that, they might have a 6.67-inch FHD+ display, as well as a 4500mAh internal battery that supports up to 120W fast charging.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that the manufacturers of Black Shark have yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

Would you be interested in getting the Black Shark 4 series as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4 to be launched on 23 March with up to 120W fast charging technology

Today, Black Shark officially announced that the upcoming Black Shark 4 will be launched on 23 March 2021 (but in China first, of course). With the theme "Breakthrough Power", the company also teased that this gaming smartphone will "reinvent the old and transcend above the rules".

In case you're wondering, it has been confirmed that the Black Shark 4 will feature a 4500mAh battery pack and supports 120W fast charging. We should be expecting a Black Shark 4 Pro as well, which could feature a 6.67-inch display with high refresh rate support. A Black Shark 5G phone was also seen certified with a 120W charger.

On top of that, a rendered image of the new Black Shark 4 series was leaked online and the design departs from the predecessor. If this is true, the successor could look like a downgrade because of how "normal" it looks with a horizontal triple rear camera and a simple Black Shark logo in the middle. But then again, take it with a grain of salt.

The Black Shark series is quite popular in the Malaysian market due to its affordability but tends to lose out of favour to the ROG series. Until then, stay tuned for our official news coverage of the new Black Shark 4 series at TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4S Pro comes equipped with a Snapdragon 888 and more based on leaks

A few months ago, Xiaomi Malaysia had unveiled the Black Shark 4 in Malaysia with a starting price of RM2299. Today, we spotted the tech specs leaks of the Black Shark 4S Pro and it might be coming soon.

According to sources, the leaker mentioned that the device might come with a Snapdragon 888+ chipset, feature up to 144Hz refresh rate, and support 120W fast charging. Besides that, the device could come with a similar display size by comparing it with the previous model.

The tech specs leaks of the Black Shark 4S Pro

These are just leaks, why not just take them with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Are you looking forward to the Black Shark 4S Pro launch? What tech specs do you wish the device to features? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4S and 4S Pro will come with a 120W fast charging based on the latest leaks!

A few weeks ago, we got some leaks on the upcoming Black Shark 4S Pro. Today, just a few hours ahead of the launch, we got a few more teasers on the Black Shark 4S and Black Shark 4S Pro to build up the anticipation.

According to the source, the Black Shark 4S and Black Shark 4S Pro will sport the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888+ chipset. We are assuming that the Pro model will have faster storage than the standard model. Both will feature the new Dual Disk Array 2.0 system which is promises to further enhance the read and write performance compared to the RAID system used in the Black Shark 4.

As for the batteries, the Black Shark 4S Pro will come with a 4500mAh battery supporting a whopping 120W fast charging which can charge from 0 to 100% in just 15 minutes. It is also expected to be equipped with the Samsung E4 AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate and a touch latency of 8.3ms as well as shoulder triggers.

As of now, there’s still no official confirmation on the Malaysia launching date for the Black Shark 4S and 4S Pro yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But we are expecting to get more announcements soon. Do stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Black Shark 4S to launch on 13 Oct 2021, might have improved shoulder buttons

This week is going to be an eventful week for many of us. In particular, 13 October 2021 is a busy day with OnePlus and Nothing set to launch new products. Other than the two, Black Shark is also looking to launch the Black Shark 4S.

According to Black Shark, the Black Shark 4S will be unveiled on 13 October 2021 (3 pm local time). Teasers show that the design is more or less unchanged from the standard Black Shark 4. However, you'll notice that there's one minor difference with the pattern on the back. On top of that, there seems to be a small vent for an internal fan on the back as well.

The company hasn't unveiled any tech specs, but the new model should come with a Snapdragon 888 or 888+ chipset. It should also have at least 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 4500mAh battery with 120W fast charging. As for features, the only thing Black Shark confirmed is that the shoulder buttons would be improved and would have better tactile feedback.

Of course, we can expect to see more teasers soon. But what kind of upgrades would you like to see from the new model? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


64MP camera and fast-charging to be available on POCO X3

It seems that a Twitter user @anguskhng recently posted a bunch of tweets hinting that the upcoming POCO X3 smartphone is expected to come equipped with a 64MP rear camera, as well as fast charging. Other than that, there’s no news on the release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now.

Based on our previous article, the POCO X3 is expected to come equipped with the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 732 chipset which is slightly better than the Snapdragon 730G. Not only that, but there were rumours hinting that the device will have a 120Hz display, as well as a 240Hz touch response rate.

Testing out the camera set-up with the latest #POCOX3It's really more than just a normal 64MPLots of cool awesome features to share very soon! Both photos were taken by POCO X3 ☺#POCOisBack #POCOX3 NFC pic.twitter.com/eBCLe8WZ4d

Massive battery with a blazing fast charging speed.Compare to a well known mid-ranger, we take the lead. I shall explain how we achieved this in our official launch.#POCOisBACK #POCOX3 NFC pic.twitter.com/CeqKpM3vRQ

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that POCO has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Furthermore, there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date as well.

Would you be interested in getting the POCO X3 as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Black Shark 4s release: SD 888+, 120W fast charging and Gundam Edition, starts from ~RM1,744

The Black Shark 4s series had arrived in China today, bringing two devices dubbed Black Shark 4s and Black Shark 4s Pro. Despite the Pro variant getting a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 Plus processor, some might find the vanilla variant more attractive as it comes with a Gundam Edition skin. Now, let's take a look at each of their tech specs and see which one you will fall in love with!

Both variants sport a 6.67-inch E4 AMOLED screen with Full HD+ resolution, 144Hz refresh rate and 720Hz touch sampling rate. The vanilla 4s features a Snapdragon 870 under the hood, while the Pro one gets a more powerful chipset as mentioned. For the battery, both get a 4,500mAh power cell that supports 120W fast charging. They also share the same 8MP ultrawide camera and 2MP depth sensor on the back with a 20MP selfie snapper, but the 4s Pro gets a better 64MP primary camera rather than 48MP.

Black Shark has also partnered with Bandai Namco and worked on a customized version of the vanilla 4s, which brings a Gundam-inspired look. It comes with an eye-catching design of the back panel, red and blue-coloured shoulder keys, protective case and a colourful retail box. There is also a unique theme that can only be found on the special edition device.

The Black Shark 4s will go on sale for CNY2,699 (~RM1,744) for the 8/128GB option, CNY2,999 (~RM1,938) for the 12/128GB version and CNY3,299 (~RM2,131) for 12/256GB. It will be available in Black or Fog White colours. Meanwhile, the 4s Pro comes in either Galaxy Black or Sky White and costs CNY4,799 (~RM3,101) for 12/256GB option or CNY5,499 (~RM3,553) for 16/512GB. The Gundam Edition with a 12/256GB trim will cost CNY3,499 (~RM2,261).

What do you think about the new Black Shark 4s devices? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest smartphone launch.


Black Shark 5 could launch soon with Snapdragon 888+ chipset

As you may know, there are some companies these days with rather short product lifecycles. That seems to be the case for Black Shark. It's only been a few months since the Black Shark 4 series launched, but another one could already be on its way.

According to Digital Chat Station, Black Shark has registered a new device that's listed as Blackshark 5-A0 (model number KTUS-A0). This is either a device for 2022 being registered in advance or one that's scheduled to be launched in 2H 2021. Interestingly, the source claims that Black Shark definitely has a product for the second half of this year. However, he's unsure if it would be the Black Shark 5 or another device (like Black Shark 4s). What's known is that the device will feature the Snapdragon 888+ chipset and 100W fast charging.

If this is a device for next year, Black Shark will have more time to improve on this year's Black Shark 4 series. But if it isn't, then it's probably a variant of the Black Shark 4 with a more powerful chipset. In that case, it should have a 6.67-inch Super AMOLED 144Hz display, pop-up shoulder buttons, and the Liquid Cooling 2.0 cooling system.

While we can't confirm what this device is exactly, the fact that it exists should be true. But besides the chipset, what else do you think Black Shark could change or improve on? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


Black Shark 5 series - Affordable Gaming Phone | TechNave Unboxing and Hands-On Video

Last month, Black Shark Malaysia launched the Black Shark 5 series with a starting price of RM2299. Here is the unboxing video if you want to know the differences between the vanilla model and the pro variant.

Both devices sport a 6.67-inch FHD+ Samsung E4 AMOLED display, 144Hz refresh rate, 720Hz touch sampling rate, and 4560mAh battery with 120W Hyper Charge. Besides that, the Black Shark 5 sports a Snapdragon 870 chipset, up to 12GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of internal storage. As for the Pro model, it comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, up to 16GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage.

For more information, please check out the Black Shark 5 series unboxing video, and be sure to stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


Black Shark 5 series Malaysia release: SD 8 Gen 1, 144Hz E4 AMOLED, and 120W Hyper Charge, starts from RM2,299

The Black Shark 5 series has landed in Malaysia tonight with two models, Black Shark 5 and 5 Pro. Powered by the up-to-date Qualcomm chipsets, the devices are here to deliver better gaming performance than before. Now, let's look at the tech specs and features they offer!

The vanilla Black Shark 5 and 5 Pro sport the same 6.67-inch Samsung E4 display with supports for a 144Hz refresh rate and a 720Hz touch sampling rate. Under the hood, the Snapdragon 870 powers the lower variant, while Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 handles the more powerful one. They also get paired with a 4,650mAh battery with 120W Hyper Charge, not to mention they do include a 120W charger in the box.

Of course, how can a gaming smartphone comes without awesome gaming features. The Black Shark 5 series comes with Magnetic Pop-up Trigger 2.0, a Sandwich VC cooling system for the vanilla variant, and an Anti-G Dual VC cooling system for the Pro. They also have the Magic Press that works with seven levels of press sensitivty and helps prevent mistouch.

For photography, both offer a triple-camera setup. The Black Shark 5 brings a 64MP primary sensor, a 13MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro shooter. Meanwhile, the Black Shark 5 Pro has a 108MP primary sensor, a 13MP ultrawide, and a 5MP macro shooter. They have the same 16MP camera on the front for selfies and video calls. Other features of the devices include Shark Eye Lightning Effect, support for Dual nano SIM card, Bluetooth 5.2 and more.

The Black Shark 5 will go on sale in Malaysia with RM2,299 and RM2,699 for the 8/128GB and 12/256GB configurations respectively. On the other hand, the Pro variant retails for RM3,699 and RM3,999 for the 12/256GB and 16/256GB options. You can also get up to RM338 worth of free gifts by purchasing the devices, so don't wait until it's too late!

What do you think about the Black Shark 5 series? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


Black Shark 5 series specs revealed on TENAA, features improved cameras and 'dual-core' 100W fast charging

Last month, some specs for the Black Shark 5 series were leaked. We questioned the leak then, as it indicated that the new flagship series might not be much of an upgrade. However, it turns out that these details could be rather inaccurate.

According to Digital Chat Station, the Black Shark 5 won't even be an upgrade as it would use a Snapdragon 870 chipset. It would also have up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. However, the Black Shark 5 Pro would come with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. Moreover, it would have 16GB of RAM at maximum, as well as 512GB of storage. The source also mentioned a 'dual-core' 100W fast charging feature.

Black Shark 5 Pro gets a 108MP main camera

On the other hand, it looks like the Black Shark 5 series would have improved cameras compared to the previous generation. Based on info from TENAA, the Black Shark 5 (PAR-A0) would have a 64MP main camera, while the Black Shark 5 Pro (KTUS-A0) packs a 108MP main camera. For your info, their predecessors featured 48MP and 64MP main cameras, respectively.

The way I see it, the Black Shark 5 series isn't focused on improving the CPU/GPU performance. Instead, the company seems to be aiming to improve the features (like the camera). Black Shark could be launching this in the next few weeks, so stay tuned to TechNave for more updates.


Black Shark 5 specs leaked, Snapdragon 888+ chipset confirmed

Earlier this week, Black Shark Malaysia confirmed that the Black Shark 4 Pro would be coming next week. Some Black Shark fans might be waiting to get the Black Shark 5 instead, but leaked specs suggest that it might not be good value.

According to a Chinese tipster (via GSMArena), the Black Shark 5 is essentially the Black Shark 4 with a new chipset. Specifically, it would come with a Snapdragon 888+ chipset instead of the Snapdragon 870. We also expect it to come with up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and up to 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

Besides that, the Black Shark 5 series will allegedly feature the same Samsung E4 AMOLED display that has a refresh rate of 144Hz and a touch sampling rate of 720Hz. But there will be a slightly larger 4600mAh battery for the vanilla model and a 5000mAh battery for the Black Shark 5 Pro. Both models will support 120W fast charging.

If this leak is accurate, the standard Black Shark 5 would be better than its predecessor but not much better than the Black Shark 4 Pro. For more updates on this, stay tuned to TechNave.


Black Shark 5 upcoming features teased, expected to have upgraded shoulder buttons

Last month, some details of the Black Shark 5 popped up on TENAA. It looked like the company would be launching soon, but we didn't see much about it since then. However, teasers with some details on features started popping up this week.

Yesterday, Black Shark announced that the Black Shark 5 series smartphones would feature an upgraded pair of magnetic shoulder buttons. The Magnetic Lifting Shoulder Button 2.0 will offer tactile feedback and a "dual-zone pressure sense". From the description, it sounds like the shoulder buttons have two actuation levels. This could be useful for certain genres like racing games, where the acceleration button can be adjusted.

Besides that, a previous leak also revealed some tech specs of the Black Shark 5 Pro. It's expected to come with a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate, 4650mAh battery, and a 108MP main camera. On the other hand, the Black Shark 5 is expected to have a smaller display and 64MP main camera. The company also confirmed that all models would feature 120W fast charging.

Overall, it doesn't feel like the Black Shark 5 series is a huge upgrade. But what do you think, would you be looking to get the new models? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


Black Shark Fun Cooler 2 Pro and Magnetic Cooler now available in Switch and Urban Republic stores, starting from RM199

Today, Black Shark Malaysia just announced its mobile phone coolers that are now available in Switch stores and Urban Republic outlets across Malaysia. In case you didn't know, they are called the Black Shark Fun Cooler 2 Pro alongside the Magnetic Cooler, which is priced at RM199 and RM219 respectively.

A brief feature of the Fun Cooler 2 Pro, it has an ultra-fast cooling function due to the cooling technology inside. Both the cooling plate and chip combo draw heat directly from the phone's back and vented through the alloy heatsink. It's also quiet when cooling through the 7-blade and it can be attached to most phones, displaying real-time temperature readout.

On the other hand, the Magnetic Cooler can be attached to the phone via a magnet and has a 7200 RPM high-speed fan. It is said that this cooler has 112 high-quality heat transfer fins that provide maximum cooking by as much as 23°C.

Users who require more control over their devices can download the official app from the Apple App Store or Google Play to control fan speed, RGB lighting, sleep timers and more. If that's what you're looking for, you can head on down to your nearest Switch and Urban Republic outlet to get one today. Stay tuned for more trending tech deals at TechNave.com.


Black Shark Lucifer T1 Malaysia release: new affordable wireless gaming earbuds for RM169

Today, Black Shark Malaysia is excited to announce the arrival of the Black Shark Lucifer T1 True Wireless Bluetooth Gaming Earbuds. At the price of just RM169 only, you can purchase them online now at Lazada and Shopee.

Like most wireless earbuds, the Lucifer T1 functions exactly like how you would expect. It features the latest Bluetooth 5.2 version and Black Shark claimed that the latency is at its lowest - 55 milliseconds provided when Game Mode is activated. Of course, you can also use these wireless earbuds for music and video playback.

In addition, you can also find a Dual-Mode design that allows you to switch between gaming and music mode. As for the battery life, the Lucifer T1 can last up to 35 hours of playback combining with the charging case. You can even customise the wireless earbuds' RGB lighting and they are IPX4 water splash resistant certified too.

The Black Shark Lucifer T1 works on most smartphones including iPhone and Android-powered devices. You may visit the aforementioned store links above to check them out. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Black Shark Lucifer T14 & Fun Cooler 3 Pro Malaysia release: priced at RM99 and RM249 respectively

Today, Black Shark Malaysia released two new accessories for mobile gamers - the Lucifer T14 TWS and the Fun Cooler 3 Pro. Both devices are now available for purchase at the price of RM99 and RM249 respectively, where you can get them from the Black Shark's Shopee, Lazada, TikTok online store as well as authorised dealers.

Starting with the wireless earbuds, the Lucifer T14 is what you can expect with most of the functions such as smart touch control, Bluetooth 5.0 and audio clarity. Perhaps what makes it stand out is the transparent matte chassis which can be used for up to 60 hours in standby time. On a single charge, the wireless earbuds can run for 6 hours and up to 24 hours with the charging case.

On the other hand, the Fun Cooler 3 Pro is to reduce your phone's heat issue when gaming for long periods. The mounting is universal so it works with most smartphones in the market, including iPhones. The accessory features a 20W fast cooling system with a 7-blade high-speed fan, supposedly to decrease the phone's temperature by 30 degrees. There's a vertical air duct too for heat dissipation.

Currently, Black Shark Shopee Official Stores are hosting a Review & Win Contest where users can enter to win vouchers or merchandise worth up to RM 249! What do you think of the Lucifer T14 TWS and the Fun Cooler 3 Pro? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


65W Super VOOC charging will be featured on the OPPO Find X2

Shen Yiren, Vice President of OPPO recently made a statement on his Weibo account stating that the upcoming OPPO Find X2 smartphone will support their 65W Super VOOC technology. Not only that, but the aforementioned smartphone is also expected to come equipped with a 2K 120Hz display as well.

While not much is officially known in regards to the aforementioned smartphone, gizmochina hinted that the device is expected to come with Sony’s IMX689 and 5G capabilities. As of now, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date, complete tech specs and local pricing of the OPPO Find X2 for now.

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


Black Shark Mako M1 & JoyBuds Malaysia release: new gaming accessories for RM199 and RM299 respectively

Today, Black Shark Malaysia has released a new range of mobile gaming accessories. For the first time ever, the company revealed its first Black Shark Mako M1 Gaming Mouse and a pair of new Black Shark JoyBuds wireless earbuds. Both of them are now available for the price of RM199 and RM299 respectively.

In terms of functions, it's as simple as they seem. Starting with the Black Shark Mako M1, it serves both as a wired and wireless gaming mouse so gamers can choose either mode to play. It also weighs just 90g and features a 10,000 DPI optical sensor which can be adjusted on the Black Shark Gaming Software. The six programmable buttons and the RGB lighting effects can also be set on the same software.

On the other hand, the JoyBuds is the company's first true wireless (TWS) earbuds featuring the latest Bluetooth 5.2, a full channel latency of 85ms and a single link latency rate as low as 30ms. Each earbud has a 14.2mm driver and can be enhanced with a Bass Boost Inverted Tube function, and last up to 6 hours of continuous usage. If you are on a call - the dual mic Environmental Noise Cancellation technology can help to block out external noises.

If these new Black Shark gaming accessories fit your bill, you can visit the official online store page of the Mako M1 here and JoyBuds here respectively. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Black Shark Year-End Sale will give away a Black Shark Gamers' Essential Kit with every phone purchased

Like every holiday season, brands are getting into the Christmas sales and Black Shark Malaysia is one of them. This time, there will be a Black Shark Year-End Sale offering the Black Shark 4 Pro, Black Shark JoyBuds Pro, as well as the Black Shark Gamers' Essential Kit for every Black Shark gaming phone purchase.

For starters, the Black Shark 4 Pro will have its new pricing at RM2299 (originally RM2999) and the Black Shark JoyBuds Pro will be selling at RM299 (originally RM399). The Black Shark Year-End Sale will begin from 25 December 2022 until the last day of December, whereby many other Black Shark devices will be on promo sales.

This includes the Black Shark 4 Pro (12GB + 256GB) bundle with gifts worth RM411 which customers can find a BS4 tempered glass screen protector, BS Lucifer T14, Black Shark Monster Gaming Triggers, a Shark Chan figurine and Gamer’s Essential Kit Voucher Booklet. Below is a list of Black Shark products on sale as well:

By the way, the Gamers’ Essential Kit is a voucher booklet that compiles up to 10% off storewide at Sheldonet Toy Store & Funko, up to 10% off selected items at ATO Store, up to RM 100 off at TicWatch Malaysia with a minimum purchase, a 10% discount at Black Shark Malaysia with minimum spending, and a free membership at Hero E-sports Arena which includes RM 50 in credit. There are also top-up discount coupons from Codashop including 10% off Apex Legends Mobile top-up, RM4 off Genshin Impact top-up, and 5% off Mobile Legends top-up.

Offers are available on Black Shark Official Stores on Shopee and Lazada. Happy shopping and gaming during your Christmas break, and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Black Shark in trouble: fires nearly 90% of employees, failed to pay full severance fees

The doom and gloom in tech for 2023 continues as Black Shark, maker of the Black Shark gaming phones and other gaming accessories has fired nearly 90% of its employees since August 2022. Originally employing over 1000 people, Black Shark now has just over 100 at this moment.

To make matters worse, fired Black Shark employees recently raged online about their reduced severance payments. The company has cited “tremendous operational difficulties”, so it does not bode well for Black Shark, who previously announced their Black Shark 5 series in June 2022.

With so many mounting financial issues, those who have bought a Black Shark phone could see the company end, which would mean an end to firmware or software updates for their phones and other devices. We expect that these phones and devices could still be used for a few more years though, so don't be so quick to throw them out just yet.

All is not lost though, as the company could also go into hibernation mode, perhaps releasing a TWS this year and maybe coming back stronger in a few more years. It’s not the first time a smartphone company has done this, but we have to admit that things don’t look good for Black Shark right now.

What do you think? Would you like to see Black Shark continue the good fight? Or is it enough already? Let us know in the comments below or on our Facebook page, especially if you’re a Black Shark fan. Maybe they might be listening. As always, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Black Shark introduces new mobile accessories

With the year coming to a close, most companies are already talking about plans for 2021. Black Shark is certainly one of them, though it doesn't look like there's any news about a new phone yet. Instead, the company has announced that it has a few new mobile accessories.

According to Gizchina, Black Shark is launching a new fast-charger, cables, and shoulder buttons in China. The fast-charger is a 30W that has a USB Type-A and USB Type-C connector, so you should be able to charge any modern device with it. Then there is a Type-A to Type-C cable for Android users and two Type-A to Lightning connector cable for iOS users. As for the shoulder buttons, they can be clipped on to a phone to use as tactile buttons, useful for those who play mobile games.

However, there's something we have to address here. With these being sold separately, does it mean that Black Shark plans to drop chargers or cables from its product packaging in the future? Apple has already done so when it launched the iPhone 12 series and Xiaomi is following suit for the Mi 11 series, so it won't be surprising if other companies jumped on the trend in the name of being "environmentally friendly".

It's not a big deal if you already have an existing charger and cables to use, but just bear in mind that many brands could start doing this in 2021. Having said that, are you okay with this happening? Share your thoughts with us on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


Black Shark is selling gaming thumb sleeves made of fiber material for ~RM17

Accessories are a must for some to assist and improve their gaming experiences. Nowadays, the variety of gaming accessories keep increasing as gamers are requesting for different kind of needs. Today, the gaming smartphone brand, Black Shark, has released a set of gaming thumb sleeves for users to prevent their fingers from slipping so they won't miss a shot.

Simply named as Black Shark Gaming Thumb Sleeves set, the accessory is made of extremely thin superconducting carbon fiber along with spandex and super breathable cotton measuring at just 0.25mm. The thumb sleeve was sewn together using 18 knitting methods and uses a 1-piece stitching technology through 12 technological processes. It can also wrap up to 220g which makes it suitable for different types of finger sizes.

For the design, the thumb sleeves set adopts the brand's colour scheme which is green and black. Each of them features the Black Shark's logo as well for brand association. Since it's made out of fiber material, users should keep them away from any source of fire or any sharp objects. The Black Shark Thumb Sleeves set is sold at 29 Yuan (~RM17).

Let us know what you think about the gaming thumb sleeves on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest tech news.


Black Shark to launch new mobile cooler on 15 May 2023

When playing high-end mobile games, some phones can become hot enough to feel extremely uncomfortable. External coolers can help cool the back of the phone, and some work quite well. So if you want one, you might want to see the new one Black Shark has in store for us tomorrow.

Yesterday, Black Shark announced that it will be releasing a new mobile cooler on 15 May 2023. The cooler is expected to feature a customised "ultra high-density cooling chip", which helps it reduce surface temperature by (or more likely 'to') 35°C. It will also prevent the "power utilisation" from running out of control. This probably means that it would be more effective at preventing thermal throttling of the chipset.

The overall shape is different from the Fun Cooler 3 Pro launched last year

Of course, there's one thing to take note of. Since the announcement post doesn't mention what phone was used, we can only assume it's an in-house model. Our best guess is the Black Shark 5 Pro, which features Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. In a game like Genshin Impact, phones with this chipset tend to have a back surface temperature of 41 to 46 degrees Celsius (as shown via MyDrivers). If that's the case, Black Shark's new cooler would reduce surface temps by around 10°C. Pretty effective, to be honest.

Having said that, some people buy these accessories just for the cool factor (get it?) But are they worth getting? In our opinion, it depends on how much you game on a smartphone. What say you? Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for our update about Black Shark's new cooler tomorrow!


Black Shark will release the Black Shark 3 in Malaysia on 30 April 2020

Looking for a new gaming phone that has top-notch performance and the looks to match? Well, Black Shark launched its latest Black Shark 3 series gaming phone last month and it's now coming our way. That's right, the Black Shark 3 will launch in Malaysia at the end of this month on 30 April 2020.

Black Shark Malaysia announced on Facebook that it would bring the standard Black Shark 3 to our shores. The Black Shark 3 is the Xiaomi subsidiary's latest gaming smartphone that comes with a Snapdragon 865 chipset, up to 12GB of RAM, up to 256GB of internal storage, and a 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ display with 90Hz refresh rate. To power the hardware, the phone has a large 4720mAh battery and supports 65W fast-charging.

The new Black Shark 3 is quite an interesting smartphone. Aside from the specs already mentioned, this phone has an excellent liquid cooling system inside, which should prevent you from having sweaty palms. It also has these fancy pop-up trigger buttons that you can assign to different functions in your games, making them easier to play. While Black Shark isn't the first to have shoulder trigger buttons, this new model is the first to have physical ones.

If you're looking for a 5G device with high performance, gamer-styled aesthetics, and a fairly reasonable price (compared to some premium flagships) the Black Shark 3 could be worth waiting for. With that said, would you buy it when it's available here in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


Black Widow, Spiral and more movies delayed with no release date

As previously reported, blockbuster movies are being delayed to a later date and our local cinema theatres are closed temporarily until further notice. If you have a gut feeling that other movies will be affected, you're right! In this latest news, Marvel's Black Widow, Spiral: From The Book of Saw, and many other movies have been pushed back.

Starting with Disney, Black Widow is Marvel Studio's first blockbuster movie of the summer and it's understandably sad to see that we won't be seeing it on the big screen anytime soon. Besides that, Disney's David Copperfield's Personal History and The Woman in the Window, which were supposed to be released on 8 and 15 May 2020 are delayed as well. All these 3 movies have no new release date at the moment.

Lionsgate will also follow suit, starting with the unique spin of the Saw franchise, Spiral starring Chris Rock and Samuel L. Jackson which originally scheduled for 15 May in the US. The movie studio's other two movies, Antebellum (by Jordan Peele) and Run are pushed back as well and just like the aforementioned Disney movies, there is no new release date for these movies yet.

It's a very sad time for us movie fans for the coming 3 months, but we can only hope that the outbreak will be reduced and go back to normal. So let's play our part in this Movement Restriction Order and keep our hygiene clean. Stay tuned for more entertainment news at TechNave.com.


BlackBerry 9720 comes back, targets entry-level users with older tech

When in doubt, bring back what worked before seems to be the mantra of many tech companies in trouble. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't but BlackBerry seem to be following this path by releasing the "new" BlackBerry 9720 which not only has the same older design but also the same older specs and operating system as well. The tech specs for the BlackBerry 9720 include:

According to the BlackBerry 9720 press release, the phone is targeting emerging markets like Malaysia and some other countries, focusing on people shifting up from a feature phone. While there are no details on pricing just yet, we expect it to be priced less than the BlackBerry Q5 which is still quite expensive considering the hardware it ships with. Buyers beware though, because if you're buying it because it is cheap, be warned that the tech you're buying is outdated by about two years now. If you liked the older design and don't mind the older tech, then by all means, the BlackBerry 9720 may be just right for you, However, BlackBerry have a lot of competition in this segment as there are many more up-to-date smartphones priced for less and BBM is now available for both iOS and Android.


BlackBerry A10 pops up in Live Photos and Video

Supposedly the most powerful BlackBerry device ever, the BlackBerry A10 has recently made an appearance in several Live photos along with a video showing it off. While it is in essence as larger BlackBerry Z10, the tech specs of the BlackBerry A10 include:

In terms of appearance, the A10, looks just like the Z10, but comes in with a larger screen and a much larger battery. Thankfully, the A10 is just a bit thicker than the Z10 and comes with a metal frame under the back cover, which appears to be made from some Kevlar-like material. No news just yet when the A10 will be announced, for how much or when and where it will be available in Malaysia just yet. Check out the video for yourself below:


67W wireless fast charging might be available on Xiaomi's upcoming flagship smartphone

Based on a report by XDA-Developers, it seems that Xiaomi’s upcoming flagship smartphone could come equipped with up to 67W wireless fast charging support. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it is officially available in the global market.

Not only that, but our source also mentioned that the aforementioned feature will most likely be available on the successor for the Xiaomi Mi 11, and it’ll also come equipped with an improved version of the Snapdragon 888 chipset. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting the smartphone equipped with a 67W wireless fast charging as soon as it is available in the local market?

Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


BlackBerry Aurora announced with dual SIM capability, 4GM RAM, 5.5-inch HD display and more

Just last night, BlackBerry has officially revealed the BlackBerry Aurora, a mid-range device that is specifically made and sold in our neighbouring country, Indonesia. As the first device to be produced through a licensing deal between BlackBerry and BB Merah Putih last September, its price tag is set to IDR 3,499,000 (around RM1165) and below is the official specifications:

Like most BlackBerry phones, it comes loaded with DTEKTM security app which can tell the user whether their phone is secretly being accessed by someone else. Ironically, there is not fingerprint sensor to be seen on the phone.

John Chen, BlackBerry CEO also sent a video message on congratulating the company’s Indonesian partners on releasing the phone. You can watch video below:


BlackBerry Bold 9780 Review

Take the recently reviewed BlackBerry Style, convert it to a candybar style body by axing the clamshell with front LCD screen, and you have the  BlackBerry Bold 9780. Just like the BlackBerry Style, the Bold 9780 sports the latest BlackBerry 6 OS, 5-megapixel camera with LED flash, and full QWERTY keyboard. BlackBerry 6 has brought many improvements to RIM's latest lineup of handsets, and the BlackBerry Bold 9780 is no different from the latest crop of speed demons.BlackBerry Bold 9780 - Design & Build:

The BlackBerry Bold 9780 sports all the design flaws that we found with the 9700, like the tacky faux-leather back, the 3.5mm audio port on the side of the phone rather than the top, and the side key that’s too hard to trigger.On the plus side, it also means a sturdy build – the Bold line can take a seriously clattering, unlike many massive glass touchscreen smartphones – an optical trackpad that never fails, and a sharp 480×360 resolution screen that’s vastly more visible than any high end touchscreen phone outdoors.

The big change with the BlackBerry Bold 9780 is that it comes with BlackBerry 6 installed out of the box, while that promised update for the Bold 9700, Pearl and Curve 3G is nowhere to be seen. As on the touchscreen BlackBerry Torch 9800, it comes with some great, innovative features, but they do feel like diamonds in the rough.To the strong points: as on the Torch, universal search is astonishingly convenient. While typing a name or number on any BlackBerry is the speediest way to call someone, now you can also rifle through your media, email headers, apps, YouTube and Google straight from the same screen. It’s excellent, and puts everything rivals have come up with so far, save for Palm and its webOS Just Type feature, to shame.

The Social Feeds app too is a delightful way to see all your Facebook, Twitter and IM babble on one screen, and updates for each drop seamlessly in in the background with no apparent dint on battery life. Then of course there’s the browser, which makes amends for years of abuse suffered on the part of BlackBerry addicts by not being awful. It’s WebKit powered, like its modern rivals, and opens pages quicker, and simultaneously – yes, honest to goodness tabbed browsing on a BlackBerry. There’s even kinetic scrolling for quickly rolling down a page. We did notice it’s ever so slightly slower to start up in the first place, but these improvements more than make up for it.

Call quality wasn’t audibly different from the Bold 9700, which is to say it’s still respectable, and in a quiet room, you can comfortably stick yourself on speaker phone for calls. Battery life doesn’t appear to have changed, so you can get through whole day with 3G, WiFi, GPS and all guns blazing.

BlackBerry Bold 9780 - Processor & Memory:

The processor inside the BlackBerry Bold 9780 is still clocked at 624MHz, but memory has been upped to a plentiful 512MB of RAM, so you’ll definitely be seeing that cursed whirring clock less. While it’s hard to know where to attribute the improved performance over the 9700, since it runs an older operating system and has less memory at 256MB, it’s definitely speedier when running with multiple apps, and we never had to perform a battery pull and lengthy restart due to the OS stalling. We’ll be interested to see how performance on the Bold 9700, Pearl and Curve 3G changes when their respective updates roll out.

The BlackBerry Bold 9780 has a five megapixel camera with a flash, an improvement on paper on the 3.2MP sensor RIM has been shoving in just about everything over the last two years. It’s certainly faster – you can go from homescreen to picture snapped in under three seconds – and the thumbnail of your last shot that takes you to the camera roll is helpful. We can’t say it’s a huge improvement visually however, and the VGA video recording is still mediocre, as you can see in the clips below compared against the Bold 9700′s 480×360 filming. On the plus side, you can now upload to YouTube straight from BlackBerry 6, and it’s very quick.

The BlackBerry Bold 9780's key new feature is OS 6, as many of its physical and technological specifications are unchanged from its the 9700 model. The ergonomics are mostly fine, but we'd have preferred to see a faster processor in addition to the internal memory boost. OS 6 is a real step forward, though, and nobody does a mini-keyboard as well as RIM, so the BlackBerry Bold 9780 should be a winner for mobile email fans.


BlackBerry Bold 9790 Malaysia Preview

RIM may have already announced its next-generation Bold, but apparently the Canadian firm have another Bold upgrade hiding up its sleeve - BlackBerry Bold 9790.

That’s according to potential sources, which has managed to get its hands on snaps of the Onyx III or Bellagio, otherwise known as the Bold 9790. It looks an awful lot like the BlackBerry Bold 9780, and it’ll packs a lot of the next-gen smarts that we’ll be seeing in the Bold 9900.

The BlackBerry Bold 9790 is to be “significantly faster and thinner than the current BlackBerry Bold 97XX devices”, and arrives rocking the latest version of RIM’s OS. With BlackBerry OS 7 onboard we can expect it to pack a ramped up processor, while arriving equipped with a speedier web browser, HTML support, a revamped UI and voice activated universal search.

BlackBerry Bold 9790: Other Specifications

Other specifications include a 2.4-inch touchscreen, a full QWERTY keypad, an optical trackpad, a rear-facing camera, NFC integration and 8GB of built-in storage. Although it all sounds fairly promising, i’s a bit of a confusing device, given that since the Bold 9900 seems to already cover many of the same bases.


BlackBerry Bold Touch 9900 Review

The BlackBerry Bold Touch 9900 is a member of the popular Bold series & this impressive handset comes with a highly useable touch screen too. Other members of this popular series include the BlackBerry Bold 9700, the BlackBerry Bold 9650 & the BlackBerry Bold 9780. The Bold Touch 9900 is a 3G capable Smartphone which has a slim & well proportioned casing, making it easy to use in a single hand as well as being easy to carry when not in use. This Smartphone comes with amazing touch screen & full keyboard controls, plus it supports the BlackBerry® operating system version 7.0.

It is quite simply beautiful, with its wrap around, brushed, stainless steel bezel and polished Glass Fibre battery cover. Rim have obviously taken a look at the competition and added a few ingredients from the market trends in order to entice some people to the Blackberry Brand, that otherwise before may not have considered it. This is also the slimmest Blackberry ever made helping the Bold Touch 9900 to break away from the traditional opinion that they are often bulky because of their full QWERTY keyboard. There are also a few other firsts for the Bold Touch 9900 one of which one of course is the marriage of a touchscreen to this Track pad and Keyboard combo.

The Bold Touch 9900 screen is a 2.8inch TFT Capacitive touch screen with 640 by 480 pixels. Although this is not in any way ground breaking technology the pixel density of this screen makes for a very pleasing experience, with its crystal clear with very vibrant colours. Add this to a hand-held that is as fast as Blackberry Bold Touch 9900 and you get what is, an altogether super experience with scrolling being very smooth and effortless between the various screens and menus.

There is however, only one very small niggle with the set-up and that is that the screen is not quite big enough to be used as a full time touch screen, which is occasionally prone to the problem of tapping the wrong icon. As stated before this is a very small gripe as really it is designed to be used in combination with the other interfaces and not as a "stand alone" control. I have no doubt that BlackBerry users and Newbie’s alike will soon get to grips with using all three simultaneously, Rocking around the new OS 7 with ease.

This new OS 7 available on the Blackberry Bold Touch 9900 is bound to cause a bit of a stir with owners of older BB devices, as RIM have announced that there will be no Legacy support for this operating system. They can get as cross as they like this is the only phone in the range that is powerful enough to run this version, with its enhanced icons and 60 fps animation.

BlackBerry Bold Touch 9900 - Processor & Memory:

For this the Bold Touch 9900 uses the new Liquid Graphics GPU and 1.2 GHz Snapdragon processor which is twice as powerful as any previously seen in a RIM handheld device, which goes to show their commitment to really providing what the modern smartphone user requires. It’s not just the processor that’s been rocked with the RAM being upped to 768MB and the included storage has been doubled from that of its predecessors to a generous 8GB. (Upgradeable to 32 GB)

The main benefit to this overhaul other than looks is the serious improvement in browsing capability, something that older models have definitely struggled with in the past. RIM claim a 1.6 × improvement on version 6 and apparently tipping it just beyond the pace of Apples iOS. With HTML5 video support and the ability to view full PC pages with ease certainly seems to make this a contender.

Mind you some pages can be a bit of a struggle with the screen being so small but the Bold Touch 9900 was not designed to be a full on web muncher like the Desire HD. However, like Apple, Rim has neglected Flash. Why, when such a large amount of content on the web is flash based, do these giants of tech refuse to see its importance, instead opting for other means to decode flash content for their mobile devices giving a sometimes watered down version of the real content. Maybe we’ll see the upgrade soon as Flash capability is being worked into Blackberries Tablet range.

One piece of cutting edge technology in the Bold 9900 that has not been forgotten is Near Field Communication, this allows for a whole new mobile experience with the Blackberry Bold Touch 9900 giving the user an opportunity to make payments with their device. Simply hold the phone up to a compatible ticket machine or accept information via fobs or NFC. This technology is going to be the next big thing. RIM has recognised this by also making it easier for developers under the new OS7 to incorporate this into software for the new Blackberry Devices.

Call features such as a hands free speaker option & a vibration alert setting can be used to enhance the users call experience, with a hands free call option or the vibration alert allows the user to be alerted of a new message or incoming call by a subtle movement of the handset itself. User friendly day to day features such as a task list & organiser can be enjoyed on the Bold Touch 9900, plus this Smartphone supports a docs to go feature allowing the user to view popular Microsoft documents on their handset. Communication is made easy in the form of the handsets messaging services which include an online instant message service, a text message service, multimedia picture & video message facility or the user may prefer us communicate with their contacts using email directly from their phone.

The camera for the Blackberry Bold Touch 9900 is not ground breaking. If the camera is the most important thing you look for in a phone then maybe you should consider others on the market. It is however, an improvement on previous models with a 5MP sensor giving it a resolution of 2592 × 1944 pixels. The shutter speed has been greatly improved making it an altogether more responsive device.  A perfect 5mp camera is always going to be better than a poor 10mp camera.

The BlackBerry Touch 9900 also boasts LED Flash, Geotagging, Image Stabilization and Continuous Auto Focus. Video recording is also capable at 720p so all in all it should pack enough punch to keep you snapping and recording.

For the ones that already worship at the altar of RIM, this is definitely the dream machine that Blackberry lovers will be looking for. Aside from this there might just have been enough juicy improvement that could well tempt users away from other platforms. Seriously, unless you are  looking for a glorified games console, this is definitely the bee’s knees. The Blackberry Bold Touch 9900 has more than enough Power and Style to please even the most demanding mobile user without the useless trimming associated with other platforms.


BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930 Review

RIM used its 2011 BlackBerry World even in Orlando to unveil its latest CDMA phone, the fast and powerful Bold 9930. Thin and light, the new Bold will run the new BlackBerry 7 operating system, showcasing new social features and new hardware.

BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930: Design & Build

The hardware specifications are impressive, with the Bold’s stainless steel frame meaning the device is only 10.5mm thick. Where the original Bold had a leatherette battery case, the latest generation sports a stylish glass weave battery cover.

Screen resolution is good, if not quite meeting the “retina display” threshold, coming in at 640x480 pixels and 287 dpi. It’s also a capacitive touch screen, coupled with a redesigned full Qwerty keyboard, making this what RIM is calling a hybrid device.

BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930: Processor & Memory

Open it up, and you’ll find a 1.2GHz ARM processor and 768 MB of RAM, along with 8GB of flash storage (which you can expand to up to 32GB using microSD cards). There’s a high-capacity replaceable battery, and the Bold has charging points at the bottom of the device that work in RIM’s “pod” charger.

RIM has made the 9930 a world phone, mixing CDMA for the US with GSM for the rest of the world – with a long list of supported frequencies and technologies: dual-band CDMA/EV-DO Rev A, dual-band HSPA+, and quad-band GSM/EDGE. There’s also dual-band Wi-Fi (2.4 GHz 802.11 b/g/n and 5 GHz 802.11 a/n) for hotspot connections and Bluetooth 2.1 for peripherals.

BlackBerry Bold Touch 9930: Camera & Video

Video is increasingly important, and RIM has improved the Bold’s camera using a new 5-megapixel sensor with image stabilization that supports 720p HD video recording. Like many other modern high-end smartphones the Bold plenty of other sensors, including a compass, an accelerometer and GPS. That means that RIM is finally giving the Bold the features it needs to support augmented reality, and a version of the Wikitude AR augmented reality browser is bundled with the device.

You’ll be able to use the Bold 9930 with NFC technologies, tapping your device on a NFC tag to get a link that’ll open in the Bold’s browser. More complex applications are possible, using the BlackBerry 7 NFC developer APIs.

Hands on, the device meets the promise of its specifications. It’s both light and fast, and very comfortable. We found it easy to work with both the keyboard and the very responsive touch screen (which was also good for watching videos, with deep blacks and punchy colors).A lot of that responsiveness is due to the new Liquid Graphics GPU-accelerated user interface, giving you smooth animations and fast transitions at up to 60 frames per second. That meant there was no waiting for documents to appear on screen, or jerkiness when scrolling through documents. We were able to zoom in and out of a PDF document and an Excel spreadsheet using familiar gestures.

The new BlackBerry 7 OS is an upgrade of BlackBerry 6 (at one point it was planned to be BlackBerry 6.1), and adds a new version of the BlackBerry browser with  a new, faster, JavaScript engine – which RIM has benchmarked as faster than Apple’s iPhone 4 and Google’s Nexus S using the popular SunSpider test suite. Taking it for a spin, we found it a good, fast, browser, which worked well with the full desktop versions of web pages.RIM has improved its standards support in BlackBerry 7, adding support for HTML 5 canvas and video, as well as newer web technologies like websockets and webworkers. Don’t hold your breath waiting for Flash, though, as we’ve been told that RIM is leaving it for QNX and the PlayBook. BlackBerry 7 feels very familiar, especially if you’ve used BlackBerry 6 on the Torch. It’s got brighter, more colorful icons, and you’re now able to customize the panes of the front screen.

Its Universal Search has had a big upgrade, with support for voice recognition and deep links into the content of applications you’ve installed on your phone. It works well, coping with busy, loud conference rooms. Perhaps the biggest change is support for the new BlackBerry ID, which gives you a single place to sign-on for to BBM, Twitter and Facebook.Existing BlackBerry applications should run well on the Bold, though some may have problems with the new higher resolution screen. RIM will including some new applications with BlackBerry 7 and the Bold 9930, among them a new version of its official Facebook application (adding support for Facebook chat). If you need to work with files on the go, there’ll also be the premium version of Docs To Go.Conclusion:

The combination of BlackBerry 7 and new hardware in the BlackBerry Bold 9930 gives RIM a new flagship device. It’s 9930 is fast, powerful and light, with good looks that should turn heads. We found we liked its hybrid keyboard/touch user interface, and the new OS’s Liquid Graphics uses the built-in GPU to the full.


BlackBerry CEO Predicts Death of Tablets in 5 Years

Thorsten Heins, BlackBerry CEO probably has the most bitter experience when it comes to making a tablet as BlackBerry's Playbook tablet bombed and continued bombing from the get go. Speaking from this experience he was quoted predicting the death of tablets in general in the next 5 years. His full quote is as follows:"In five years I don’t think there’ll be a reason to have a tablet anymore. Maybe a big screen in your workspace, but not a tablet as such. Tablets themselves are not a good business model.-Thorsten Heins, CEO, BlackBerryAs a heavy tablet user and tech watcher, I personally don't see why this could happen. The reverse may be true instead where the PC becomes the secondary device while tablets and smartphones become the primary. This quote itself answers most speculation as to whether another BlackBerry tablet is on the horizon with the answer probably being a big fat NO. Where he pulled out a big screen for this version of the future is something else entirely, perhaps as the next thing which BlackBerry may be focusing on.


BlackBerry Classic officially announced for $449 (RM1579)

The BlackBerry Classic has officially been announced featuring the iconic trackpad and keyboard from before. The Classic retains many of the same design features as the BlackBerry Bold 9900 but updates the tech specs and other features. These include a 1.5GHz dual-core processor, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage with microSD support, a 3.5-inch display with 720 x 720 pixel resolution and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. An 8MP rear camera with LED flash and 2MP front camera complete the list. While there are still no Malaysia release dates or pricing available yet, it is retailing at $449 (RM1579) and comes with BlackBerry 10.3 OS right out of the box.


BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 Review

In this day and age, having a 3G connection on your smartphone shouldn’t really be a selling feature. It should be a given, like saying that your smartphone has the ability to update Twitter or organize your schedule. Even so, it seems that one of the primary selling points of the new  BlackBerry Curve 9300 is exactly that, since it is also marketed as the BlackBerry Curve 3G.  BlackBerry Curve 9300 - Features and Specifications:

As a Curve, the BlackBerry 9300 is a very clear step down from even older devices like the BlackBerry Bold 9700. The price reflects that, but be prepared to make some sacrifices. For instance, it only has a 2.0-megapixel camera and that doesn’t even come with flash. There’s just 256MB of internal memory, but you can expand that with the included microSD memory card slot. The rest of the specs are better than some Curves from the past though.You get both 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi and GPS, as well as the aforementioned 3.6Mbps HSPA 3G connection. Other specs and highlights include the usual BlackBerry accoutrements like the QWERTY keyboard, optical trackpad, BIS/BES support, and TeleNav. The 2.4-inch display is just QVGA and, strangely enough, BlackBerry App World does not come pre-installed.

If you’re a fan of the QWERTY keyboards from the days of the 8300 series, you’ll feel right at home with the Curve 9300. It has the same “separated” key layout as its predecessors, which is quite unlike the “connected” keyboard on the Bold 9700. However, it wasn’t comfortable trying to type with the pads of my thumbs, forcing me to use my fingernails or the absolute tips of my fingers instead. The keys are quite hard to the touch too, instead of using a slightly softer plastic which may have been more comfortable.

The trackpad is exactly the same as every other contemporary BlackBerry, so it really came as little surprise. It does its job and I definitely like it better than the old trackball. I did find that after some oil from my fingers got on the trackpad, as is bound to happen, it got a little less responsive.

BlackBerry Curve 9300 - Camera and Video:

One of the more disappointing aspects to the BlackBerry Curve 9300 is its camera. When other smartphones are pushing upwards of eight-megapixels with dual xenon flashes and 720p video recording, the Curve 3G comes in with a paltry two-megapixel shooter and no flash in sight.The pictures it takes are mediocre at best and don’t even think about taking pictures under low-light conditions. Granted, this is largely a business-oriented device and corporate types may not be TwitPic’ing all that much, but a lackluster 2.0MP camera won’t cut it in today’s smartphone world.

The multimedia player is the same as every other BlackBerry, but it is nice to see the dedicated music controls on the top of the phone. There’s a back button, forward button, and a play/pause button, the last of which doubles as the usual mute button for ‘Berries. Playing music through the built-in speaker is actually not bad, since it can be pretty loud for a phone.BlackBerry Curve 9300 - Call Quality:

The call quality, for both ends of the conversation, is pretty middle of the road on this phone. I don’t have any real complaints regarding call clarity or reception, but I wouldn’t say that it’s particularly great in any way either. It just works and, let’s face it, we all use our smartphones for so much more than just voice calls. They’ve become an afterthought.

Web surfing is what you’d expect on a BlackBerry with a trackpad and a QVGA display. It does the job most of the time, but it’s far from the best mobile browsing experience. You really need to zoom in to get legible text on non-mobile sites, which forces you to do a lot of both horizontal and vertical scrolling.Conclusion:

The BlackBerry Curve 9300 is definitely a lesser BlackBerry, but the price reflects that. The camera leaves much to be desired, the keyboard isn’t the most comfortable thing in the world, and web surfing can be an exercise in frustration.

At the same time, the core BlackBerry functionality is as great as it has ever been, the keyboard will be familiar to those who came from the 8300-series, and the overall build quality is quite good (particularly the textured materials used for the back) for a phone at this price point. I also like how, while the memory card slot isn’t accessible without removing the battery cover, you don’t have to remove the battery to get at it.


BlackBerry Curve 9220 Specs & Rumors

BlackBerry Curve 9220 rumors will be release soon on 2012. The BlackBerry Curve 9220 price in Malaysia is yet to be annouce.


BlackBerry Curve 9320 Specs & Rumors

BlackBerry Curve 9320 rumors will be release soon on 2012. The  BlackBerry Curve 9320 price in Malaysia is yet to be annouce.


6G could make smartphones a thing of a past by 2030, according to Nokia CEO

It's hard to imagine putting down our phones since these gadgets have become an integral part of our lives. Pekka Lundmark, the CEO of Nokia said otherwise, though. During the World Economic Forum 2022, he believes and predicts that 6G is quite likely to make our phones obsolete.

Why is that? Well, Lundmark thinking when 6G comes around by 2030, it could be possible that electronic devices may be embedded inside our bodies. This, as he calls it, a truly digital and physical world growing together. Experts say 6G would change how networking works, as well as technological developments in quantum mechanics and AI.

5G has not really made an impact in Malaysia yet, so it's quite hard to imagine how 6G would do. That said, having electronic devices embedded inside our bodies is like an episode from Netflix's Black Mirror. Do we really want that? It's tough to say, where every positive thing about having it also has negative attributes that are yet to be discovered.

But what do you all think? Would we really put down our phones and let our bodies take in electronic devices? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.