Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 could have shallower crease

As you all know, the one thing that many dislike about foldable devices is the crease. While it's something you get used to after some time, it's a visual blemish that you can't quite ignore. But Samsung plans to make it less visible with the Galaxy Z Flip4.

According to IceUniverse, the Galaxy Z Flip4 would have a shallower crease. This suggests an upgrade to the hinge, which was something hinted at before. It's also possible that Samsung is adjusting the way the phone folds or using a display that's more resistant to creases. The tipster also claimed that "most people will be satisfied".

The Galaxy Z Flip4 protective case, the hinge part has also been changed and become very narrow. pic.twitter.com/uEtPHwCUtr

Leaked images indicate that a new hinge is a more likely outcome. As you can see, the alleged protective case for the Galaxy Z Flip4 sports a smaller opening for the hinge. Besides that, the cutout for the rear is also slightly larger (1.9-inch to 2.1-inch) than the one for last year's model. This corresponds with the previous rumour of a larger cover screen.

Overall, we can expect some minor tweaks to the design and hinge. That should make this year's model a much better foldable device, which is good news for those who are planning to get one. Are you? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4.


Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 receives certification on FCC, expected to launch on 10 August

Right after the Galaxy Z Fold4, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 has also received its FCC certification today. The upcoming clamshell foldable comes with two model numbers, SM-F721U and SM-F721U1, which refer to carrier-locked and unlocked variants of the same device.

The certification spotted by MySmartPrice doesn't reveal much about the Galaxy Z Flip4. However, the document has shared some connectivity features, including wireless charging support, mmWave 5G, sub-6GHz 5G, NFC, GPS, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi. It has also shown us where the mmWave antenna will be when folded and unfolded through the images below.

All thanks to previous rumours, we know that the device could feature a larger cover screen, a bigger battery, and a better form factor design for the folding hinge. If nothing goes wrong, the new Galaxy folding duo will get presented on 10 August. The Unpacked event should also bring along the Galaxy Watch 5 series and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro.

Are you excited about seeing the Galaxy Z Flip4? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G gets permanent price cut in selected regions, now available for ~RM4964

Last year, Samsung began launching more foldable devices. We not only got the clamshell Galaxy Z Flip, but also the Galaxy Z Fold 2. New models probably won't launch till later this year, but Samsung is already making way for the new models.

According to 9to5Google, Samsung is allegedly reducing the price of the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G, at least in certain countries. The phone is now priced at USD 1199 (~RM4964) in the US, down from USD 1799 (~RM7448). Mind you, the device is notably more expensive in Malaysia at RM7999. But if we get a similar price cut here, then more people could be interested in purchasing it.

US (top) vs MY (bottom) pricing - no price cut for Malaysia yet (sob)

Brands tend to reduce the price of a product when a successor is on the way. Since Samsung is already doing this, it makes us wonder if the Galaxy Z Fold 3 could launch earlier. For your information, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 launched in September 2020, but a previous rumour suggests that the new model could be out as early as July 2021.

But having said that, would you be interested in buying the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G if Malaysia gets the price cut? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Android working on hibernation feature to reduce size of unused apps

Do you find that you always need to dig for extra storage space on your phone? If that's the case, Android may be working on a feature that will help you save some storage space. Sources first found mentions of the feature last week, and now there are some extra details.

According to Mishaal Rahman (via Android Police), Android 12 may have a new 'Hibernation' feature that reduces the size of apps that are not being used. It does this by putting these apps into a deep sleep so that the system will recognise the storage space it takes up as available and optimises its use.

So the first details of Android's app hibernation feature are here. If an app is hibernated for a single user, the system will clear cache. Google will add more for package-level hibernation (app is hibernated for all users).Source: https://t.co/q16Md5dKNuH/T @luca020400 https://t.co/UC4JEoJI7f pic.twitter.com/9bqq1RjeBr

Based on the description, it basically clears the cache for the app. This could save up quite a bit of space depending on the app. We're not sure if it also clears downloaded data though, as that's how apps like games take up so much space. Android 11 preview came out on February last year, so the Android 12 preview could be revealed around the same time.

We may find out more about Android 12 soon, but what feature or improvement would you like to see added to it? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 First Impression and Hands-On!

The long awaited Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 has finally arrived in Malaysia! Pre-Order started from 11 until 24 September at the price of RM7999. Previously, the first Samsung Galaxy Fold had lots of commentary on its dislay machanism and it just doesn't seem to be a solid foldable smartphone, so has the Galaxy Z Fold 2 overcome all the flaws from its predecessor this time?In terms of the design, this time the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 has two color variants, the iconic Mystic Bronze and the Mystic Black. If you look towards the rear design, the camera bump is quite similar to the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 layout with a triple 12MP camera housing compromising a 12MP main camera, 12MP Ultrawide camera, and a 12MP 3X Telephoto lens. On the front, it has a larger 6.2-inch cover display and also 7.6-inch unfolded display. So let's take a closer look on the device in the video below.

Stay tuned for more in-depth review on TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Malaysia release: Pre-order begins on 11 September for RM7999

Today, Samsung Malaysia have officially revealed the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G price for the Malaysian market. Priced at RM7999, the latest foldable phone is surprisingly cheaper than its predecessor (which was RM8388) and the pre-order will begin from the 11th until 24th of September 2020.

On top of that, pre-ordering the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G also includes two gifts. According to the company's announcement, the Galaxy Buds Live (RM699) and Montblanc Card Holder (RM655) will be bundled together. Granted, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G is not for everyone, but you can tell that it's for the high-end consumers who are just looking for gadgets to suit their lavish lifestyle.

Design-wise, the foldable phone didn't change much. But to recap the tech specs, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G features a Snapdragon 865+ chipset, 12GB of RAM, 512GB internal storage, a foldable 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2x display with 120Hz refresh rate (and 6.2-inch when folded), 4500mAh battery, a 12MP triple rear camera and 10MP camera for the front and cover.

If you are actually interested, just wait until Samsung Malaysia opens up the pre-order page on their website. Stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 coming on 18 September 2020 with Thom Browne Edition too?

As we gear up for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 reveal tomorrow on 1 September 2020 during the Galaxy Unpacked Part II, the rumours are flying fast and thick. This is because we’ve now received reports that the pre-order could be coming from 11 to 17 September with an 18 September 2020 release date.

Coming from Sammobile, there’s no news whether this would be a global launch (usually it is) but we expect the Malaysia pre-order and release date to be the same date. In addition, the folks at Sammobile also found teasers about a Thom Browne Edition for the Galaxy Z Fold 2 as well for about 2500 to 3000 euro (~RM12377 to ~RM14852).

Rumoured tech specs indicate that the Galaxy Z Fold 2 will feature a Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset, 12GB RAM, 256GB ROM, 4500mAh, 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 120Hz display and a 6.2-inch SUPER AMOLED display on the outside. Furthermore, it might have a 12MP + 12MP + 12MP triple camera module as well as a 10MP front-facing selfie camera.

No Malaysia pricing details either but rumours again indicate that it could start from £1799 (~RM9973). As always with such things, do take them with a pinch of salt, but this close to the reveal, it seems likely that they are true. Knowing that and the tech specs above, would you be interested in buying the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2? We expect a good amount of worthy freebies to come with it, but what do you think? Let us know on our Facebook page.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 official and leaked videos give a closer look at the new foldable

Although Samsung officially announced the Galaxy Z Fold 2 at its latest Unpacked event on 5 August, the device won't be released till September 2020. Fortunately, we can always count on leakers to help us see more of the phone. In fact, we now have a better look at what the device looks like from multiple angles - thanks to a leaked hands-on.

The leaked hands-on comes from Ben Geskin, a rather prominent leaker who creates renders for various smartphones. It's a short video that shows the Galaxy Z Fold 2's large unfolded 7.6-inch display. As you can see, there's no longer a thick notch there on the right half for the camera and it instead uses a small punch-hole for the selfie camera. The secondary display is also much larger at 6.23-inch, with thinner bezels and a secondary selfie camera too.

Also, remember earlier this week when we thought BTS was going to have a performance at the Unpacked event? Turns out what they were asked to do is an unboxing video. In the video, the band showed off the Mystic Bronze version of the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and we got a glimpse of the triple rear cameras, as well as the selfie camera in action.

Leaked live images and renders from before already confirm what the device would look like. But videos like these are better for showing how the device looks in real life, especially since we get to see the fold creases as well. With that said, what do you think of the Galaxy Z Fold 2's design compared to the original Galaxy Fold? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for future updates on this device.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 punch-hole front camera confirmed in new leak

As we inch closer to the Samsung Unpacked event next week, more leaks and trailers continue to appear and reveal more of the products to be launched. The latest one is a live photo of the company's next foldable device, revealing a detail that was rumoured before. Specifically, it confirmed the name and front camera design for the Galaxy Z Fold 2.

Twitter user @hwangmh01 posted the image mentioned and it shows two key details. First, the loading screen of the device reads "Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 5G", confirming the official name of the Samsung foldable. If you brighten the image, you should also be able to see the small punch-hole front camera in the middle of the right-half of the display. It doesn't seem to have the notch from the first Galaxy Fold, but we can't tell from this image.

Brightening up the image reveals the punch-hole front camera

So far, what's seen here lines up with the render that appeared two weeks ago. If the actual device shares the designs from that render, then we can expect the secondary display to also feature a punch-hole camera. Besides that, the phone is also expected to come with a Snapdragon 865 chipset and the large 7.7-inch main display should come with 120Hz refresh rate.

It's quite exciting to see a product slowly revealed in leaks like this, don't you think? The Galaxy Z Fold 2 looks like it's going to be an impressive device, so do look forward to the big reveal next week. For now, do let us know what you think of the device so far on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 release: Snapdragon 865 Plus and 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED display from ~RM8280

Samsung has officially unveiled the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2, which will be available for purchase starting from 18 September 2020 onwards at the price of 1999USD (~RM8280). However, there’s no official information in regards to the official Malaysia release date, as well as local pricing, so you might need to stay tuned for that.

In terms of the tech specs, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 comes equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus, 12GB of RAM, 512GB ROM, 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz Display, 6.2-inch HD+ Super AMOLED Display, as well as a 4500mAh dual internal battery. Camera-wise, the rear comes with a 12MP + 12MP + 12MP rear camera while the front comes with a 10MP selfie camera, as well as a 10MP cover camera.

As for the features, the device comes equipped with the Multi-Active Window which allows the user to easily multitask through multiple apps with ease. Not only that, but there are also other notable features such as wired and wireless fast charging.

Other than that, there's also the Thom Browne edition of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 where you can get the smartphone, Buds Live, as well as the Galaxy Watch 3 bundled together. As for the price, the Thom Browne edition is priced at USD3299 (~RM13666) and there's only 5000 units available worldwide.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy Fold 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.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 review - A very much improved successor

Foldable phones are fascinating new devices for mobile phone enthusiasts, so much so that Samsung's first attempt was met with enthusiasm, although it wasn't perfect. Although there were some problems along the way, the company made several improvements since then, all culminating in the release of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2.

Of course, we're aware that this foldable phone isn't suitable for most consumers. Not everyone has the budget to purchase this beautiful piece of technology, especially in this period. But we're still going to review it because we find it an intriguing product. If you're a gadget enthusiast and are curious to know about its performance, read on below for our Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 review!

Compared with its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 2's design has significantly improved. Starting with the front Infinity-O display, this new model measures 6.2-inches from the 4.6-inches of last year's model. Samsung was able to take full advantage of the space available this time, instead of leaving the top and bottom space blank. Just like the previous generation, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 looks like a regular phone when folder. But when unfolded, it turns into a tablet-like device, featuring a much larger 7.6-inch display. On top of that, the camera is much smaller this time.

Finally, a full-screen display compared to the previous generation

A USB Type-C port and speaker grille at the bottom, but no audio jack. Another speaker grills can be found on the top

The side of the phone when folded - you can see the volume and power (with integrated fingerprint sensor) buttons, as well as the SIM card slot

You can see the crease if you shine some light on the display, but it's not very obvious most of the time

Another notable improvement that we have to talk about is the folding mechanism. The Galaxy Z Fold 2 feels a lot more studier than before thanks to a new double hinge mechanism that keeps the two displays intact. They also improved the inner folding display with a new Ultra-Thin Glass, so the crease in the middle is less obvious.

On that note, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 now has Flex Mode too, thanks to the studier hinge. This allows you to fold the display half-way, allowing you to watch videos while eating, play some mobile games, or even do some work. We actually wrote a more in-depth article about these two new features, so you can check it out here.

Here are the official tech specs of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2:

The design itself is already a huge plus, so what about the tech specs and features? This foldable is a flagship device that houses a Snapdragon 865+ 5G chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage. Unfortunately, it doesn't support storage expansion, but most users won't even be able to fill up half of 256GB anyway.

While there isn't much to talk about in terms of features, it does have a few notable ones. As we've mentioned earlier, the phone can be used as a mini-tablet device by using the Flex Mode. With Edge Screen, you can also perform multitasking between three apps that are compatible with it. If you are using two apps, you can have the keyboard layout appear at the bottom and quickly type on it. You can also use it for a Zoom conference video call!

Here's how you can multitask with 3 apps at once

You can also treat it like a mini-laptop lol

Taking a photo like this is also possible

Since it's using the Snapdragon 865+ chipset, there's no doubt that the Galaxy Z Fold 2 can deliver a high level of performance. The GeekBench 5 and 3DMark scores proved that here, with the 12GB of RAM helping push the overall scores higher than phones with the same chipset. Besides being great for mobile gaming, this phone delivers fantastic visuals thanks to its display.

While it's possible to fold the phone halfway and treat it like a Nintendo 3DS console, it should be noted that there's a difference between the main and the secondary display's resolution. If you play certain mobile games with the main screen, avoid switching to the secondary display in the middle of the game. If you do, it's just going to crash the game and might cause errors in the display software.

Genshin Impact game demo on the Galaxy Z Fold 2

Some of you might think that the Galaxy Fold 2's battery would drain faster, compared to a regular smartphone, because the display is wider. Thankfully, that's not the case with the Galaxy Z Fold 2, despite the battery capacity of 4500mAh. For those who like to play graphically intensive mobile games or stream on Netflix, you will still need to charge more regularly. On top of that, the phone may heat up more, depending on how much you are pushing the device.

Moving to the cameras, we expected the good photo quality and the Galaxy Z Fold 2 delivered. The main camera has a mere 12MP sensor, but it proves that you don't need high megapixels for a great photo. Anyway, we will let the pictures do the talking, so check them out below.

In the hands of a good photographer, you can definitely take shots like this

Overall, there are no problems with outdoor photography

Selfie shots are quite good, and you can edit the effects

The ultrawide shot really gives a wider view thanks to the wider display

Thankfully, the colours aren't so dull in indoor lighting conditions like this

Finally, night photography is generally satisfactory

As long as you have the focus, low-light photos won't be an issue

As we mentioned earlier at the beginning of this review, this is not a phone that can be easily recommended to consumers. At the price of RM7999, this is obviously a device that's aimed at wealthy lifestyle consumers. That's not a bad thing, of course, considering that the target audience isn't being short-changed. After all, you end up with a high-performance device, a studier display and hinge, as well as a good camera.

In comparison, there aren't many luxurious smartphone models in the market. Huawei Malaysia is still quiet about the Mate 40 RS Porsche edition, and its predecessor never made it here. If you want another option, the Galaxy Z Flip is a cool device that costs RM4999 and is perfect for women with small hands due to the size. Well, the choice is yours.

But what do you think? Know anyone that actually owns a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more tech reviews at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 rumoured to come equipped with triple rear camera with up to 64MP sensor

Based on a statement by ETNew.com, it seems that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is expected to come equipped with a 7.7-inch foldable display with a 120Hz refresh rate, as well as a triple rear camera setup with a 64MP main camera sensor while the front has a 10MP selfie camera.

While not much is exactly known about the Galaxy Z Fold 2, our source did mention that it could come with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a hole-punch notch at the front, and it will come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset. On another note, a Twitter user by the name of @BenGeskin recently posted on video showcasing a render of how the foldable smartphone could look like.

Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 Render based on latest leaksCollaboration @byteinsiders x @BenGeskin pic.twitter.com/lN9XMCSHzE

With all that said, do take some of the information mentioned with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, exact tech specs, and local pricing of the device in question for now.

Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 as soon as it available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 to be priced around ~RM11712?

A new rumour has surfaced from a tipster @Boby25846908 hinting that the price of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 to be as high as USD2795 (~RM11712), which is a huge increase compared to the original Galaxy Fold (USD1,980). While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, Samsung did mention that more information about the device will be revealed in September 2020.

As far as we know, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 that was unveiled a few days back comes equipped with improvements to its folding mechanism, cleaning mechanism to remove dirt particles from the hinge, and more. Furthermore, the device will come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset while markets outside of the US might get the Exynos 990 chipset instead.

I just heard the Z Fold 2 will be priced around 65 million Dong ($2795) and the pre order bundle worth 8 million Dong ($344)

With all that said, would you still be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 & Z Flip 3 may launch as early as May 2021

Now that Samsung has launched its Galaxy S21 series, it stands to reason that other news will start to pick up. We haven't been hearing much about the company's upcoming foldable devices, but there are some rumours about them now. It would seem that we're looking at another early launch.

The Galaxy Z Flip 2 and Fold 2 unveiled in August of last year, but separate sources claim that their successors could launch as early as May 2021. If not, then it could launch in July 2021. Allegedly, we might not see too many changes on the designs. However, there could be an improved hinge that will help reduce the folding crease.

Z Flip 30.1 inch bigger display0.2 inch bigger cover displaymaintain weightslimmer thicknessimproved hingecolor(Phantom series + ???)price not decided yetrelease date : May or Julycollaboration(Italy or France or H brand)

If you look at renders for the Z Fold 3, it's supposed to come with three cameras at the back and S-Pen support. It's the same for the Z Flip 3, which now shows a rear camera design identical to the one on the Galaxy S21 series too. Both devices are also expected to have OLED displays that have a refresh rate of 120Hz.

Bear in mind that nothing has been confirmed or even teased yet, so do take the rumours above with a grain of salt. Having said that, what kind of changes or improvements would you like to see from the Z Flip 3 and Z Fold 3? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about them.


Animated emojis are coming to WhatsApp soon to spice up your chats

Popular messaging platform WhatsApp is currently in the midst of introducing animated emojis to spice up your user experience. Spotted on WhatsApp Desktop beta, users can expect the feature to be ported to the full version of the app in the near future.

First spotted by WABetaInfo, the animated emojis were developed using the Lottie Library and offer a new element of humour to WhatsApp chats. In case you’re not familiar, Lottie is an optimised library that lets designers easily create animations.

It is found that animated emojis will be sent by default when the animated version of a certain emoji is available. While it was only spotted on the desktop version, WhatsApp is currently working on bringing the feature to the iOS and Android versions of the app in a future update.

No release date has been given just yet, so we just have to wait for an update from WhatsApp. In the meantime, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest on this, as well as for the latest trending tech news!


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 5G official image leaked?

It seems that a leaked image showcasing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, as well as the Z Flip3 5G, has been spotted on @evleaks’ Twitter account not too long ago. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially available in the local market.

If you look closely at the leaked image, it seems that the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 5G might come equipped with a secondary screen located on the cover of the smartphone. No exact information about the exact functionality of the secondary screen other than displaying a bunch of text.

Not always. https://t.co/SzBFpRKF5s pic.twitter.com/uf6rJAQhli

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the local pricing and exact tech specs of both the smartphones mentioned.

Would you be interested in getting either the Galaxy Z Fold3 or Z Flip3 5G 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.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 expected to run on One UI 3.5

In the last two weeks or so, there have been a few rumours about Samsung's foldable devices in 2021. Sources known to be reliable have claimed that they will come in July 2021. Now, some minor details of the two devices have been revealed too.

According to Sammobile, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 will have the model numbers SM-F926 and SM-F711. For reference, their predecessors were numbered SM-F916 and SM-F707 respectively. Besides that, both will have up to 256GB of internal storage and will run on an updated One UI version 3.5, which is based on Android 11.

Moreover, a few other details about the devices have been popping up over the months. For instance, it's possible that the Z Fold 3 will come with the Snapdragon 888 or Exynos 2100 chipset, as well as S-Pen support. As for the Z Flip 3, we're expecting it to come with a mid-range chipset like the Exynos 1080 or Snapdragon 775.

There's a lot of time before the rumoured launch, so you can expect more details on these two devices in the months to come. Having said that, what's a feature that you would like to see added to Samsung's upcoming foldable phones? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about them.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 prices allegedly leaked

When it comes to new devices, one thing that people would like to know in advance is the price. In June, sources claimed that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 could be much cheaper than their predecessors. However, European prices seem to show otherwise.

According to GSMArena, alleged prices for the two devices were leaked via online retailer LamdaTek. It shows that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 would be priced at 2031 Euros (~RM10130), while the Galaxy Z Flip 3 will cost 1183 Euros (~RM5903). As mentioned, these prices contradict previous rumours that the prices would be cheaper. They also factor in European taxes, so expect them to be different in other regions.

Besides that, the site shows that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will be available in 256GB and 512GB storage. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip 3 will have smaller capacities of 128GB and 256GB. Interestingly enough, official skins for the former are already out on dbrand.com. The product page also has the phone's render, which is the same as the ones leaked a few weeks back.

Mind you, these prices probably aren't accurate. Even if they were, they won't apply to Malaysia. For us, we're more likely to see them at rates before European taxes, which would be around 15-20% less than the prices above. But no worries, we'll be keeping an eye out for the pricing, so stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 benchmarked, Snapdragon 888 and 12GB RAM confirmed

Most of the time, you can expect some things about a product series to remain the same. For instance, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 is a high-end device with a powerful chipset and lots of RAM. As such, it makes sense for its predecessor to be the same.

As a matter of fact, a few details of its successor have already been confirmed. The Geekbench result for the Galaxy Z Fold 3 (SM-F926U) shows the 'Lahaina' motherboard, which is what we usually see for the Snapdragon 888 chipset. In addition to that, it will have 12GB of RAM and come with Android 11 out of the box.

On the Galaxy Z Fold 3, some of its other specs have also been discussed in previous rumours. One of them suggests that Samsung is going for a 4275mAh capacity dual-battery (2215+2060). It's also believed that the front camera will be upgraded to a 16MP under-display sensor.

Besides the above, is there a particular upgrade or feature you would like to see in the new model? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 could be cheaper than its predecessor

If you recall, there's a rumour earlier this month claiming that Samsung would launch its latest foldable smartphones at cheaper prices. This rumour seems to be quite prevalent, as another report from Korea is backing this claim.

According to Naver (via Sammobile), the Galaxy Z Fold 3 would launch at a lower price than its predecessor did. For your information, the price of the Galaxy Z Fold 2 was slashed to RM6999 back in April. But when it launched last year, the phone was priced at RM7999. Allegedly, the new model could be released at a price that's up to 20% lower. If that's what happens, that would mean the Galaxy Z Fold 3 would be priced at about RM6399.

That's the same estimated pricing we got earlier this month, so it's nothing new. But it's interesting to see that multiple sources are saying the same thing. Knowing how 'leaks' work these days, it's quite possible that the rumour is true. Of course, take it with a grain of salt as usual. Anyway, this phone is definitely sounding like a product worth looking forward to.

Besides the lowered price, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is expected to come with an under-display camera, hybrid S-Pen, updated Split UI, new design, and more. There are probably more features yet to be revealed, but what do you think they could be? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on the phone.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 could be the first Samsung phone to have under-display camera

Samsung's next highly-anticipated folding smartphone Galaxy Z Fold 3 has been quite the talk of the town with several rumours surfacing recently. The device's launch was expected to happen in May this year but has later been moved to July according to a new source. Now, the latest rumour has emerged claiming that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 could be the first Samsung smartphone to feature an under-display camera (here we go again!).

This time, the information comes from tipster Ice Universe who is known for sharing reliable smartphone leaks. It is claimed that Samsung has been actively working on the technology past several years. Other than that, he also mentioned that the Korean tech giant is trying to improve the technology to the point where photo quality is at the highest level. Therefore, could that be one of the reasons why the Galaxy S21 series didn't get the technology?

Besides this, a render of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 that surfaced earlier has also excluded the punch-hole cutout that is actively used by Samsung's flagship smartphones. Let's hope that this will finally be the time for us to see the technology delivered by other smartphone manufactures besides ZTE.

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


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 could feature smaller 4380mAh battery

As you know, rumours can sometimes be inaccurate. That could be the case for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, which rumours claim could come with a smaller secondary display. It's possible that the rumour contained a typo, but now there's a similar rumour about the battery and foldable display.

According to TheElec, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will pack a smaller 4380mAh battery, compared to the Galaxy Z Fold 2's 4500mAh. This is because the phone's primary display will be smaller at 7.5-inch, while the secondary display will be the same 6.2-inch display. As you can tell, this contradicts the previous rumour's claim of a 5.4-inch secondary display.

Reliable sources have also claimed that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will launch in July 2021. The phone will allegedly feature an under-display camera, One UI 3.5, and S-Pen support. Other rumours claim that the device could have an upgraded UTG layer, which would better resist pressure from the use of the S-Pen.

Of course, it's hard to say if any of the rumours so far are accurate, so take them with a grain of salt. Having said that, do you think the Galaxy Z Fold 3 should have a bigger or smaller display? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 expected to be lighter, may not have Exynos variant

Earlier this week, there's a rumour about the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3's chipset. At the time, IceUniverse claimed that documents called the chipset a top-secret. But if it's using the Snapdragon 888 or Exynos 2100 chipset, it's not really a secret, right?

It's speculated that Samsung could be working on an Exynos chipset that will come with an AMD GPU. However, IceUniverse now claims that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 would use the Snapdragon 888 chipset. This seems to suggest that there would be no Exynos variant, which also means no AMD GPU. It's also possible that this rumoured Exynos chip isn't ready yet.

As my friend said, Galaxy Z Fold3 uses Snapdragon 888 processor.It is about 13g lighter than Z Fold2.

Anyway, another thing that was mentioned in the source's tweet is that the device would be 13 grams lighter. Part of that could be due to the reduction in battery size. For your information, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 packed a 4500mAh battery, but it's rumoured that Samsung is switching to a 4275mAh (2215+2060) battery for the Galaxy Z Fold 3. It could also be due to a new 'Armor Frame', which could be of a lighter material.

Since none of the above has been officially confirmed, do take the news with a grain of salt. But you can expect more leaks to appear as we get closer to the launch, so stay tuned to TechNave for further updates on this.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 expected to have same price as predecessor

Foldable devices may still be a recent thing, but it's obvious that brands see it as the trend going forward. For now, Samsung is the leading brand in this space, but it has to keep setting the trend to remain so. One of the ways to set the pricing for devices like the Galaxy Z Fold 3 for next year.

Samsung is expected to stick with the designs and pricing for its current foldable devices, especially the Galaxy Z Fold 3. Twitter user MauriQHD has suggested that the large foldable will have the same price as Galaxy Z Fold 2, which retailed for RM7999 in Malaysia. This would mean it'll offer more value if it delivers significant improvement. Even if it doesn't, the current Galaxy Z Fold 2 would probably become a fantastic alternative when prices eventually drop.

Fold 3same price atm pic.twitter.com/7z0tgfDdqr

On that topic, there are already some rumours on the features of the Galaxy Z Fold 3. The most prevalent one claims that it will come with an S-Pen stylus, which can be useful considering the size of the device. There are also rumours claiming that it will come with an under-display camera or pop-up camera.

Do note that the Galaxy Z Fold 3 is unlikely to launch till later in 2021, so it's best to take the current rumours with a fistful of salt. Having said that, what kind of feature or changes would you like to see for Samsung's next foldable? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is expected to be smaller than the Z Fold 2 by featuring "zero bezels"

Earlier, news has claimed that Samsung will only be launching two foldable smartphones for the upcoming event and there will be no other new additions to the foldable lineup. The two are expected to be the successors for both Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Galaxy Z Flip. Today, a source reports that the upcoming Z Fold 3 will feature a smaller size and a smaller battery.

According to The Elec, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 will reportedly have a 7.5-inch main tablet screen and a 6.2-inch screen on the front cover of the phone. Despite it is virtually the same as the Galaxy Z Fold 2’s 7.6-inch main display and 6.2-inch cover display, the Z Fold 3 would appear smaller by featuring something called "zero bezels". Besides the size, it is suggested that the battery capacity will also be cut down from the previous 4,500mAh to 4,380mAh.

Furthermore, the source mentions that Samsung could bring the S Pen support to the new foldable devices as well since the company has given the feature to the Galaxy S21 Ultra. However, this poses the question of whether Samsung will integrate the stylus storage directly in the phone or use an add-on case like the Ultra. To confirm these new changes, we could only wait until the event that is rumoured to be held in July.

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


Anker is launching a Doraemon-themed fast charger that supports iPhone 12

When Apple launched the iPhone 12 series last month, one of the biggest issues many had with it was the lack of a charger. While this isn't an issue for long-time iPhone users who have spares, those who are looking to switch over would be out of luck. Thankfully, there are third-party chargers you can go for, including new Doraemon-themed ones from Anker.

According to Chongdiantou (in Chinese), Anker has collaborated with Doraemon to release a few accessories for iPhone 12 users. This includes a dual-mode fast charger with USB Type-A and Type-C connectors, cables, wireless charger, and more. All of these will be compatible with the recently launched iPhone 12. Of course, they will also have Doraemon design elements.

Out of the bunch, the fast chargers are probably the ones that most users would go for. In particular, the 18W dual-mode fast charger has a button that lets you switch to low current mode. Besides that, it also has a 4850mAh battery built into it, so you can use it as a power bank. as well as a built-in battery so you can use it as a power bank. There's also a more powerful 65W fast charger, though it only supports USB-C and has no built-in battery.

The price for the new Anker accessories haven't been announced, but they're expected to launch on 4 November 2020. Hopefully, we could get these in Malaysia too! But with that said, would you buy one of these if it launches here? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 might not come with charger in the box

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 is set to launch tomorrow and plenty of details have been revealed so far. We've seen how the device will look like and got confirmation that it will support an S Pen. But there is a new hint about the product packaging too.

According to @_snoopytech_, there will be a "Note Pack" that's bundled with the Galaxy Z Fold 3 when you purchase the device. It's worth 89 Euros (~RM442) and will include a cover case, an S Pen, and a 25W fast charger. What's interesting here is the implications of this bundle. After all, if the charger is in the Note Pack, then won't it mean that there isn't one in the box for the Galaxy Z Fold 3.

This is the "Note Pack" you get when pre-ordering the Z Fold3. Case + Pen and the 25W Charger. It's worth 89€ (says Samsung). #SamsungEvent pic.twitter.com/3mijlkzq4Q

If this is true, the pack will probably be available as a freebie. But eventually, interested customers will have to purchase a charger separately. Besides that, it's also said that the S Pen for the new device will have a retractable tip. This ensures that it won't accidentally puncture or otherwise damage the flexible display, which is relatively more fragile than regular displays.

There's no confirmation that the details above are true, so take the news with a grain of salt. But if it's true, what are your thoughts on the move? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned for more updates about the device.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 new render image leaked, might come with flat edges

There are plenty of rumours going around before the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 launches. Here, we found the new rendered image of the device.

According to sources, the design of the device is slightly different by comparing with the previous model. It might come with flat edges instead of round edges all around the device, a matte finish at the back, and a metal frame.

The render image of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3

Besides that, it could come with a triple rear camera with an LED flash on the top-left corner. These are just leaks, why not just take them with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. So sit back, relax, and wait for the official announcement. Are you excited about the device? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 to come with 25W charger

A few weeks ago, rumours suggested that Samsung's new foldable devices could launch in July. That's reinforced by the leaks that have been appearing lately, such as the one about the Galaxy Z Fold 3's camera specs. Now, there's even one about the charging specs.

According to GSMArena, some info on the Galaxy Z Fold 3 has appeared on China's 3C. The certification site now has a record of an SM-F9260 device, which comes with a 33W charger. Speaking of charging, the phone is also supposed to come with a dual-battery setup of 2215mAh + 2060mAh (typical capacity is 4400mAh).

Besides that, the 3C record also confirms that the phone would be a 5G device. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 will most likely feature the Snapdragon 888 chipset like many have predicted. Of course, the Exynos 2100 is also a 5G chipset, so some regions could still get that instead.

With this many leaks of the Galaxy Z Fold 3 popping up, a launch in July 2021 is quite possible. Having said that, what else are you expecting to see from the new model? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about the phone.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G Malaysia release: sporting SD 8+ Gen 1 chipset, starting price from RM6799

In today's Galaxy Unpacked event, Samsung has finally unveiled the fourth generation of the foldable lineup. The highlight among all the devices, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G's starting price is RM6799 and will be available across Malaysia with a special referral code from us! More on that below but first, the phone.

At first glance, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G looks the same as the predecessor and you're right. In fact, the external and internal display remains the same at 6.2 and 7.2-inches, as well as the panel with the Dynamic AMOLED 2X technology with a 120Hz refresh rate and HDR10+. On the external display, there still lies the 10MP Cover selfie and 4MP UnderDisplay camera.

Next, it was expected for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G to sport a new Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. Its SoC is only 4nm which means more space and better energy efficiency inside the hood. Another new thing is the primary camera, upgraded to 50MP whereas the ultrawide and telephoto lens (with 3x optical zoom) is still at 12MP.

The body seems to be reinforced further with an improved Armor Aluminium, accompanied by a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus with an Ultra Thin Glass Design + IPX8 water resistance. The battery pack also remains the same at 4400mAh, supporting a 25W fast charging and 10W wireless charging technology. Finally, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 5G is running on OneUI 4.1 based on Android 12L out of the box.

Coming in Gray Green (signature colour for this year), Phantom Black, and Beige, there will be three variants based on memory:

*exclusive on Samsung Malaysia online store

Should you be interested in purchasing the Galaxy Fold 4 5G, you can use our referral code - TNGZF4VIP. It starts from today onwards until 1 September 2022 and you will be granted a Super-Fast Wireless Charger Duo that's worth RM369 (with an adapter and cable). Better hurry up while stocks last! Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Watch 5 series & Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Malaysia pre-order - Top up more freebies with our referral code!

The wait is finally over and Samsung Malaysia is thrilled to announce that the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Watch 5, Galaxy Watch 5 Pro and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are now available for pre-order. The pre-order period has already begun since last night and will last until 1 September 2022.

If you pre-order the Galaxy Z Flip4 or Galaxy Z Fold4, you will enjoy rewards up to RM1,618 and be entitled to an extra one year of warranty, which covers a total of 2 years of screen coverage. To top it off, you will also receive a Samsung Malaysia Online Store e-voucher worth up to RM650, a free Flap Leather Cover or a Standing Cover with Pen when you pre-order the newest Galaxy Z devices.

As for the wearables, you can bring home a free Hybrid Leather band (worth RM149) and a pair of Galaxy Buds Live (worth RM549) for pre-ordering the Galaxy Watch 5 and Galaxy Watch 5 Pro respectively. Buying either one of the watches also grants you a 20% off purchase with purchase on selected Galaxy Buds (Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Buds2, Galaxy Buds2 Pro).

Finally, placing a pre-order on the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro will come bundled with a free Galaxy Buds Cover (worth RM99). But before we end this news article, you can also use our referral code to get more freebies! If you use the code TNGZF4VIP for the new Galaxy phones, you will get a Super-Fast Wireless Charger Duo that's worth RM369 (with an adapter and cable), whereas the wearables will come with a 15W PD Adapter (USB-C) worth RM59 (without cable).

As aforementioned, the pre-order is now available and you can visit the nearest Samsung Experience Stores, Samsung Authorized Partners and Samsung Malaysia Online Store. You can also visit the Galaxy Z Flip4, Galaxy Z Fold4, Galaxy Watch5, Galaxy Watch5 Pro, and Galaxy Buds2 Pro web portals and start to place your pre-order. Stay tuned for more trending tech gadget news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 & Galaxy Z Flip 4 first look and full specs leaked online

The next Galaxy Unpacked event is coming real soon but if your hands are still itchy for some rumoured news, we got some juicy ones for you. Sammobile.com just released a bunch of alleged Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 photos but if we are being honest - there isn't much to see.

So...nothing much to see here. However, there is some information on the tech specs. As expected, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 is probably going to feature a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset, at least 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Even the display size could be the same, measuring at 7.6-inches and 6.2-inches for the internal QXGA+ AMOLED and external HD+ AMOLED screen panel. Both panels are said to have a 120Hz refresh rate.

Meanwhile, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 also looks the same with a supposedly 6.7-inch FHD+ 120Hz flexible display. That said, sources say that the external display has increased from 1.83-inches to 1.9-inches, same goes for the battery pack from 3300mAh to 3700mAh. Besides that, the dual rear camera remains the same at 12MP and the front camera is 12MP.

It's also worth mentioning that the Galaxy Z Fold 4 could have a bigger 50MP primary camera sensor, while the ultrawide angle lens could stick at 12MP. Finally, the battery pack could also remain at 4400mAh. As you can see from the leaked pictures, Samsung may introduce this new blue theme for the next generation.

The next Galaxy Unpacked livestream event will be held on Wednesday night at 9 PM. So stay tuned if you're interested in catching it. Stay tuned for our official news coverage at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could have built-in slot for S Pen

It has long been clear that the Galaxy Note series is not coming back. Instead, Samsung is adding the core functionalities of that series to the Ultra variants of the Galaxy S series. Now, it looks like we can officially add the Galaxy Z Fold line to that list.

According to The Elec, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 will come with a 'designated slot' for an S Pen. In other words, it could have the next device to fully support the features of an S Pen, making it another Galaxy Note replacement. For comparison, the Galaxy Z Fold 3 doesn't have a dedicated slot, but there's an official case that comes with a slot.

Due to the inclusion of an S Pen slot, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 could be slightly larger than its predecessor. The source claimed that the device could come with a 7.56-inch main display (vs 7.55-inch). On the other hand, the cover screen would be slightly smaller at 6.19-inch (vs 6.2-inch). Besides the Galaxy Z Fold 4, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 could also come with a larger 1.9-inch cover screen.

Mind you, Samsung is probably still in the planning phase and things could still change. But expect more rumours to pop up in the months to come, so stay tuned to TechNave for more updates.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 might use a harder type of UTG

If you want an Android smartphone with stylus support, you'd either get the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra 5G or the Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G. But the Galaxy Z Fold 3 has a more fragile screen, limiting users to the use of a stylus with retractable tips. Fortunately, Samsung could change this year.

According to a leaker, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could come with a new UTG (ultra-thin glass) with improved hardness and quality. This new UTG will allegedly allow Samsung's foldable devices this year to use the regular S Pen. The company is also expected to solve some problems that are "related to quality". In this case, it's referring to the implementation of the S Pen with last year's model. A previous rumour also suggested that Samsung would include a built-in S Pen slot for the Galaxy Z Fold 4.

Considering Samsung's focus on improving its foldable devices, this rumour could be accurate. But it'll be a long time before we get more news about this, so stay tuned to TechNave for more leaks.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Galaxy Z Flip3 5G Malaysia pre-order: Foldable 120Hz display and under display camera from RM3999

Samsung has officially announced that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Galaxy Z Flip3 smartphones that are priced from RM3999 and RM6699 respectively, will be available for pre-order from 19 August until 21 September 2021. In addition to being one of the first to get the smartphone, you’ll also be getting additional goodies such as a 1-year Samsung Care+ Plan worth RM799 and a Samsung Online Store e-voucher worth up to RM850.

But that's not all, if you pre-order either of the smartphones mentioned above using our exclusive promo code "TNZF3VIP", you'll be eligible for a free Samsung SmartTag Twin Pack worth RM209. The promo code is usable from 19 August to 21 September 2021 and stocks are limited, so act fast if you're interested in getting the SmartTag Twin Pack for yourself.

Other than the smartphones, Samsung also released the price for the Galaxy Buds2, Galaxy Watch4 Classic and the Galaxy Watch4 starting from the price of RM499, RM1299, and RM899, respectively. If you’re keen on pre-ordering any of the products mentioned, head over to any Samsung Experience Stores or authorised partners nationwide, as well as the Samsung Malaysia Online Store.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting any of the products mentioned above? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 first impressions

We finally managed to get some up-close time with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and while it seems like it's the same, there are in fact quite a lot of improvements. While the device is still folded down the middle, the most standout feature for the Galaxy Z Fold3 is the under display 4MP front camera. This under-display camera isn’t visible at all at a distance, but if you look closer, you can make out the circle where this camera is located.

Samsung has also managed to make the Galaxy Z Fold3 thinner (6.4mm thin over the previous 6.9mm) when unfolded and lighter (271g over the previous 282g). When folded, the 6.2-inch cover display now offers a 120Hz refresh rate but another major standout feature is that the Galaxy Z Fold3 is also IPX8 water resistant.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is actually thinner, lighter and stronger

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is also IPX8 water resistant and has a 4MP under-display front camera

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3's cover display has been upgraded to a 120Hz refresh rate

As before, the Galaxy Z Fold3 still uses a side mounted fingerprint sensor built into the power button. The new and improved hinge is also significantly tougher, lending a more solid feel to the Galaxy Z Fold3 despite it being thinner and lighter. Samsung has also lowered the initial pricing to RM6699 compared to its predecessor which came in at RM7999 initially, which could explain why pre-orders are already sold-out.

To be honest, we would have liked it better if it had the same two tone design as the Galaxy Z Flip3, but the Galaxy Z Fold3 is still a very pretty device, but we’ll know more once we get into the full review testing. Stay tuned for that and more at TechNave.com

When unfolded, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is actually only 6.4mm thin

The triple rear cameras offer 12MP + 12MP dual pixel PDAF with OIS + 12MP ultrawide cameras

There's a side mounted fingerprint sensor built into the power button for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 xomes in black, green and white


Annuar Musa: 12 million users in Malaysia to enjoy 5G network access by year-end

Caretaker Minister of Communications and Multimedia Tan Sri Annuar Musa has announced that approximately 12 million users in our country will enjoy 5G connectivity by the end of 2022. This is following the signing of the 5G access agreement with Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) by 5 out of 6 local telco companies.

According to Bernama, Annuar revealed that the 5 companies are Celcom Networks Sdn Bhd, Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd, U Mobile Sdn Bhd, YTL Communications (Yes) and Telekom Malaysia (TM). As we’ve reported yesterday, Maxis is the remaining telco company that has yet to sign the agreement, asserting that its board is still assessing the governance requirements for the 5G access agreement.

The caretaker Communications Minister then elaborated that following the agreement, the 5 aforementioned telco companies can provide end users with immediate access to 5G. Indeed, most of the telco companies have already announced their respective 5G plans for consumers, which you can find out more about by reading our specific reports on each telco’s 5G offerings below:

So, what are your expectations for 5G in Malaysia now that the service access agreement has been signed by 5 out of 6 local telco companies? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this!


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 review - Is this the tougher, lighter, thinner and more powerful foldable display smartphone you’ve been waiting for?

Another year, another iteration of Samsung’s foldable display flagships, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series. This year, it’s the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 which is surprisingly enough, more affordable at RM6699 and also lighter, supposedly tougher and IPX8 water resistant. Check out our full review for a clearer picture on all the details of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and whether it’s the foldable display smartphone for you.

At first glance, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 looks smaller than I initially expected but perhaps that’s because I’m too used to phones with larger than 6-inch displays. At 6.4mm thin when unfolded, the Galaxy Z Fold3 is actually thinner than the 6.9mm thin Galaxy Z Fold2 but this also somewhat explains why it is also lighter at 271g. Like the Galaxy Z Flip3, the Galaxy Z Fold3 has a tighter hinge, IPX8 water resistance and an improved 6.2-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X Cover display with 120Hz refresh rate and somewhat narrow 25:9 aspect ratio.

When folded, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a rather narrow 6.2-inch Cover Display which now has a 120Hz refresh rate

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a 12MP + 12MP + 12MP triple rear camera hump

There's a side mounted fingerprint sensor built into the power button along with the volume rocker of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

Make no mistake, at 271g, the Galaxy Z Fold3’s weight is almost as heavy as a 10-inch tablet, but somehow thanks to the slimmer candy bar form factor, it’s easier to grip and hold when folded than my lighter but wider Galaxy Note 20 Ultra. When folded, everything from the main 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display switches to the aforementioned cover display, while a 10MP punch hole front camera is there as well.

However, when it is unfolded, the 7.6-inch main display takes centre stage, mainly because the under-display 4MP front camera is not visible at a distance (you can see it as the area with larger pixels at an angle or really up close though). The screen looks crystal clear and Ultra High Definition but does have a more square-like look, but with rounded corners. As before, the crease is still there, but when viewed straight on, it doesn’t distort any of the graphics, so you tend to forget that it’s there sometimes.

When unfolded, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a 7.6-inch display while the 4MP under display front camera is nearly invisible

The hinge of the 6.4mm thin Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is now tougher and rated for IPX8 water resistance

The rear of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 when unfolded

The tighter and tougher hinge on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

On the back, there is a more discernible 12MP+12MP+12MP camera hump which also means that when unfolded without a case, the phone is not able to lay flat. On the side, there is a fingerprint sensor built into the power button with a volume rocker just above it along with a 2x nano SIM card tray. Stereo speakers are placed on both sides while a USB Type C port is located on the bottom side.

In short, the new Galaxy Z Fold3 is not only lighter and thinner than its predecessor, it is also stronger and more water resistant. While it may not share the same two toned colours as the Galaxy Z Flip3, there is an interesting new green colour this time around and the new Galaxy Z Fold3 definitely looks more stunning and unique in the current smartphone market where nearly every smartphone is a rectangular slate.

If you take a closer look at an angle, you can now see the 4MP under display camera on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 offers 2x nanoSIM card support

This is what you get in the thinner box of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 comes with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset

While the design has been strengthened and the overall frame has been improved with IPX8 water resistance, the only major changes for the Galaxy Z Fold3’s internals is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, the 4MP under display front camera and support for the new S Pen Fold and S Pen Pro styluses. The 6.2-inch Cover Display now has an up to 120Hz refresh rate but other features mostly remain the same (except perhaps that the box is much thinner this time around).

For cameras, there is the aforementioned 4MP under display front camera while a 10MP (F2.2) punch hole front camera is located in the 6.2-inch Cover display. On the back there are 12MP ultra-wide angle (F2.2) + 12MP telephoto (F2.4, OIS, Dual Pixel AF, PDAF) + 12MP wide-angle (F1.8) triple rear cameras. There’s a Pro mode for both photos and video recording and there’s also Samsung’s Single Take feature as well.

The main display of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a nice sidebar for multi tasking

This is what you'll see on the 6.2-inch Cover Display

The Photo Pro Mode is still usable on the Cover Display

There's a video editor built-into the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

The smaller and thinner look has resulted in slightly smaller dual batteries that combine for an up to a 4400 mAh battery. It supports 25W fast charging, 10W fast wireless charging and 4.5W reverse wireless charging. The IPX8 water resistance rating means that it is rated to withstand up to 1 meter depths for 30 minutes, while the X means that it still hasn’t been tested for dust resistance yet but early tests have been good as long as you don’t get itchy fingers and peel off the screen protector (basically, leave the screen protector alone).

The new screen for the Galaxy Z Fold3 can also support the new S Pen Fold and S Pen Pro (you have to manually set it though) styluses, but since we didn’t get them yet, we couldn’t test them. Productivity features also mostly remain the same here with Samsung’s DeX mode for both wired and wireless setups while the Flex mode can also be applied to all apps.

Here are all the tech specs and features of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3:

You can multi-task with side view or popup windows with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

Behold - the world's smallest touchscreen laptop thanks to Flex mode and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

Geekbench 5 scores for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 were above and beyond everything else

3DMark scores were similarly high for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 easily played Call of Duty Mobile on highest settings

Performance-wise, the Galaxy Z Fold3 aced all of our benchmarks with the highest score possible in GeekBench 5. Other benchmarks like 3DMark were also quite high as well. Playing Genshin Impact on the Galaxy Z Fold3 was super smooth on medium or default settings, but it did cause the phone to get quite hot, particularly on the hinge area. Perhaps due to the larger display, when it is unfolded, the games tend to focus in on the character, making it seem like it covers less space than if you were to play in say the Cover Display. However. we also noticed that when you fold it mid-game, Genshin Impact becomes somewhat squished on the Cover Screen, but looks just fine if you start the game from the Cover Screen itself (something that probably applies to some other apps as well).

Despite having multiple large 120Hz screens (7.6-inch foldable display, 6.2-inch cover display), battery life for the Galaxy Z Fold3 is pretty good at about 1 day and a bit more on normal usage. Heavy users could expect it to need charging after half a day though but it does have 25W fast charging which should get you back to 100% in an hour and a half. The reverse charging or Wireless PowerShare could be useful in a pinch, but given the Galaxy Z Fold3’s own battery needs, I don’t think it would be used often.

On intermittent usage you can get about 2 days, but normal usage should be about 1 day and a bit more for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 played Genshin Impact and Call of Duty Mobile very smoothly

However, if you fold the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 mid-game, the app or game could end up somewhat squished

Connectivity was very good while sound was loud and clear. Applying Flex mode to Google Docs effectively turns your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 into the world’s smallest touchscreen laptop but the keyboard does take some getting used to. There’s barely enough room for my big fingers but you can touch type with some practice (I wouldn’t recommend it but you can if you want, the phone is fast enough to handle anything).

In terms of cameras, the 12MP triple rear cameras on the Galaxy Z Fold3 are clearly an improvement over the dual rear cameras on the Galaxy Z Flip3. There’s markedly better detail, faster autofocus and better low-light performance, so the higher camera hump is well worth it. While there’s no mega zoom like in the Galaxy S21 or Galaxy Note 20 series, the 2x optical zoom in the Galaxy Z Fold3  is good enough for most purposes.  Check out our samples below.

12MP, 2x Zoom - Details are still pretty clear on zoom

Night Mode captures low-light shots well but lack some details

If you want better selfies use the 10MP front camera on the Cover display

4MP front under display camera - not bad for selfies and online meetings

Selfies on the 4MP under display camera are serviceable and good enough for most online meetings, but if you’re really looking to get a better selfie you can just fold the phone and use the 10MP front camera in the Cover Display. Video recording is super steady while the various pro modes let you take photos easily (without a need for a tripod).

Overall, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is the best foldable smartphone you can get at the moment. It ticks all the checkboxes for a flagship Samsung smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, IPX8 water resistance, S Pen support) and it is lighter, tougher and at RM6699, more affordable than when the first Galaxy Z Fold smartphone initially came out. If you have the money and desire for it, then you can use it for practically anything.

We did have some nitpicks with it like the automatically squishing switch from the main display to the Cover Display, but perhaps that and other improvements may arrive with further updates. The obvious thing that you may have to sacrifice to use the Galaxy Z Fold3 is the heavier weight, but 271g is still not as heavy as most larger than 7-inch display tablets (and there have been much heavier smartphones before), so we don’t think that that would be that much of an issue if you're into larger phones.

For other contenders, you could get the first Galaxy Z Fold if you absolutely must have a foldable display device, but be aware that you should definitely be more careful with that one. Alternatively, there’s always the Galaxy Z Flip3 which is also tougher, lighter and more pocketable (check out our review) but now going for the price of RM3999 which is about the price of most flagship smartphones these days.

Would you be thinking about getting the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or have bought one already? Leave a review in our app or let us know how you feel about it in our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 will be the first Samsung smartphone to get an under-display camera!

Samsung has been working on its futuristic foldable smartphones since the launch of Galaxy Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, and the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and park it as the ultimate multitasking smartphone. Last month, Samsung has been reported to be working on the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold3 which might be adding an S-Pen and also the first Samsung smartphone to be having an under-display camera (UDC). Today, we have a new report from ETNews to further support the statements.According to the source, an insider mentions that Samsung has developed a new screen that will support the under-display camera. So how it works is that the gap between the pixels underneath the display will be made wider to allow light to pass through. And there will also be special algorithms set to correct the image as the light will be refracted by the OLED display layer.

So if you can see on the macro shot of the Axon 20 display as an example, it uses a similar approach for its under-display camera technology and there is only one specific spot that has a wider gap between the pixels for the camera lens. This is to ensure the quality of the display will not be affected due to the wider pixel gaps. Samsung LSI will supply the UDC camera module and the Galaxy Z Fold3 is expected to be unveiled in the third quarter of 2021.

Either way, there is still no official confirmation on the tech specs and release dates of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3, so do take this as a pinch of salt. But it will undoubtedly be the next big thing with UDC technology. Stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 and Z Flip4 to add new colours, while Green option will be gone

When we talk about foldable smartphones, how can we miss Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip! As usual, the brand is expected to bring the upgraded version of the devices by launching the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Z Flip4. Before that happens, the latest information has revealed some of the new colour options that the devices will offer.

It's said that both of them will not come with the Green paint job anymore. However, the Galaxy Z Fold4 will have a Beige option, while the Z Flip4 will introduce a new Light Blue option. The other colours of the Z Fold4 include the Phantom Black and Phantom Silver. Meanwhile, the Gray option on Z Flip3 could face elimination as Black is getting lighter to the point we can see it as Gray. Finally, the Lavender option is still here to stay.

If you're not interested in any of the colour options mentioned, do not forget that Samsung introduced the Galaxy Z Fold3 Bespoke Edition for customers to customize the colours. Therefore, we could see something similar for the upcoming device.

Are you excited about seeing Samsung's next-gen foldable duo? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 camera specs leaked, allegedly getting 50MP main camera

If there's one aspect of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 that isn't too impressive, it would have to be the camera. Last month, there were rumours of how Samsung could give the Galaxy Z Fold 4 a 108MP main camera. But sources now claim that the new model could be getting a 50MP main camera instead.

According to Ice Universe, the Galaxy Z Fold4 would maintain its triple camera setup. However, the new model would feature a 50MP+12MP+12MP setup, rather than the rumoured 108MP or 12MP of its predecessor. The tipster also claimed that the 12MP telephoto camera would have a 3x optical zoom, and it would perform better than the Galaxy S22 Ultra's telephoto camera.

Samsung's strongest 3x camera ever, stronger than the S22 Ultra.

Besides the cameras, the Galaxy Z Fold4 could be different in other areas compared to last year's model. For instance, it's rumoured that the new model could get a design change, with the phone becoming shorter and wider. It's also expected to feature a more reliable ultra-thin glass and possibly a built-in slot for an S Pen (though some sources claim otherwise).

Overall, the Galaxy Z Fold4 could be notably different from its predecessor. Mind you, we can't confirm anything yet. But are your thoughts on the rumours so far, is there a particular change you'd like to see in the new model? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates about the phone.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 claimed to be shorter and wider than its predecessor

Besides getting a major camera upgrade and new colours, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is said to be slightly shorter and wider than the predecessor. The news came from reputable tipster Ice Universe with a render showing you how will it be executed.

The Galaxy Z Fold3 has a display aspect ratio of 25:9, and the tipster states that the Galaxy Z Fold4's display aspect ratio will be 23:9. One of the reasons for the change could be that the hinge might get smaller on the Z Fold4, allowing more space for the screen. Besides that, the overall design of the foldable device should still be the same as the Z Fold3.

If nothing went wrong, Samsung next-generation foldable duo would arrive in August. Despite not bringing a new design, they should still be able to amaze the crowd with the new hinge design and a display less prone to crease. The internal performance should get some upgrades too with the latest flagship chipset.

Are you ready for the new Galaxy foldables? Drop a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 claimed to have a much lighter body than the Z Fold3

Although there might be no major design change for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold4, Samsung still has some surprises for us. Today, one of them has gotten revealed with a tipster claiming that the next-gen folding device will be much lighter than its predecessor.

According to tipster Ice Universe, the Galaxy Z Fold4 will weigh 254 grams. Earlier rumours suggest that the device would go with between 258 and 260 grams, but it seems they are wrong. For comparison, the sucessor, Galaxy Z Fold3, weighs 271 grams. Therefore, that would be a 17-gram difference between the two devices, which is quite a big deal.

You might be wondering what makes it possible, since the device is not going with a smaller display. The source mentions that it could be the hinge change, as the company is rumoured to install a thinner one on the Galaxy Z Fold4. The OPPO Find N that has the same form factor weighs 271 grams, but it's considerably smaller than the Galaxy Z Fold4 will be. Therefore, it's impressive that Samsung can achieve that, and we can't wait to hold the device in our hands!

Are you excited about seeing the new Galaxy Z Fold device? Drop a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 could opt for an under-display fingerprint scanner that works on both sides

Some might have been disappointed by Samsung's decision to not use an under-display fingerprint scanner on the Galaxy Z Fold3. Rather than that, the company opted for an old-school side scanner for necessary security. However, with the upcoming Z Fold4, the Korean tech giant might take one step further than an under-display fingerprint scanner by using one that scans on both sides.

According to a patent filed with World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) back in March, Samsung could position the Galaxy Z Fold4's fingerprint scanner in a way that it can be used both outside the cover of the screen and the main display. The scanner placed beneath the lower-left half of the flexible screen gets assisted by a small printed circuit board (PCB) placed between the sensors, which in turn is connected to the main printed circuit board. With that, users can scan their fingerprints no matter the device is folded or unfolded.

Not only it's a new technology, but the idea could also prevent creasing over time by flipping close the device every time you need a fingerprint scan. It's still unsure if Samsung will ever bring this patent to life. Therefore, it's still better to take this with a pinch of salt with this kind of report.

What are your thoughts on this patent for Samsung's next folding device? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone reports.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 gets certified by FCC, revealing some tech specs before launch

As we're approaching August, news about the next generation of Samsung Galaxy folding devices should appear more frequently. With that said, the Galaxy Z Fold4 has gotten FCC certification in the US, signifying that it's about time to enter the new era.

The device comes with model number SM-F936U. It supports all sorts of networks, from the standard 2G all the way to mmWave 5G. Meanwhile, Wi-Fi will get updated with AX support. The FCC report also hints that the Galaxy Z Fold4 would support S Pen, just like its predecessor.

If the rumours were accurate, the device would also pack up to 1TB of storage and the battery is expected to be 4,400mAh. One thing we might be able to confirm now is the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip, which is likely to be paired with 12GB of RAM. The Unpacked event could get held on 4 August, with several other exciting products coming along.

Are you excited about seeing the new Samsung folding devices? Let us know how you feel by leaving a comment, and be sure to check out TechNave.com regularly for more updated tech news.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 getting huge camera upgrade with a 108MP sensor

A recent report claims that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 will not have an S Pen slot. However, the device might have something better to serve despite skipping that. With that said, a new rumour has arrived suggesting that it'll feature a 108MP camera, bringing a huge upgrade over the predecessor.

Reliable tipster Dohyun Kim is the one who has given out the information. Some believed that it would use the 1/2.55" ISOCELL HM3 sensor from the Galaxy S22 Ultra. Besides that, another tipster, chunvn8888, said that the setup on the Z Fold4 will be nearly similar to the S22 Ultra. If it's true, we should see the same 12MP ultrawide and 12MP 3x telephoto modules on the upcoming foldable device, apart from the 10MP periscope sensor.

Furthermore, recent reports predict that the device's front-facing camera could get upgraded to a 10MP from the 4MP sensor. Other exciting changes include the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ chipset and a thinner plus lighter body.

What other things you want to see from the next-generation Samsung folding phone? Leave a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 getting its storage space upsized to 1TB

We're still a few months away from the launch of next-gen Samsung Galaxy foldable devices, but of course, we don't have to wait until that day to find out some details. According to this new report, the Galaxy Z Fold4 will get its storage space upsized to 1TB, offering an extra option for users who have heavy usage.

The information came from SamMobile. It's worth mentioning the current Galaxy Z Fold3 only goes up to 512GB for the storage options, with another being a 256GB trim. Therefore, it does make sense for an upgrade considering that it's a flagship device, as Samsung has also launched the Galaxy S22 Ultra with 1TB of storage.

SamMobile has also taken a wild guess on the price. The Galaxy Z Fold 3 512GB model costs $1,899 (~RM8,344). A 1TB variant might cost up to $1,999 (~RM8,783), making it one of the most expensive smartphones available on the market. Not sure about you, but 256GB is considered enough to most of us. However, if you do store a lot of things (like a lot) on your phone, then it's different story.

Let us know what you think about this news by leaving a comment. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


Annuar Musa: Government has a lead on alleged civil servant e-payslip data theft

The Ministry of Communications and Multimedia (K-KOMM) has assured Malaysians regarding the alleged civil servant e-payslip data theft, saying that the government has found a lead on the incident. Moreover, its Minister, Tan Sri Annuar Musa revealed that a statement will be made by the National Cyber Security Agency (NACSA) soon.

According to Bernama, the K-KOMM Minister stressed that the government has held several meetings and discussions regarding cybersecurity as it views data leaks and theft seriously. However, Annuar revealed that the government that not many should issue statements, namely only NACSA and the Prime Minister’s Department, as the administration does not want to distract from ongoing investigations.

In response to this latest issue and other cybersecurity incidents affecting our country recently, Annuar announced that his ministry is in the midst of developing a framework to improve or curb issues of data theft. Furthermore, the K-KOMM Minister also clarified that if data theft involves personal data under the supervision of private companies, it is under the purview of the Personal Data Protection Act under K-KOMM’s Data Protection Department.

Meanwhile, for data from ministerial departments and institutions not under the Data Protection Department such as this civil servant e-payslip data, it is under the purview of NACSA and the Prime Minister’s Department. Nevertheless, K-KOMM will provide assistance in terms of forensics and investigation for this latest cybersecurity issue despite not being under the purview of the ministry.

So, what do you guys think of the whole situation? What are your thoughts on the cybersecurity issues plaguing Malaysia lately? Share your views with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!

This is in response to a recent alleged data theft involving over a million rows of identities in the format of JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) and comma-separated values (CSV) from the civil servant e-payslip system database. A ‘grey hat’ cyber security organisation claimed to have made the data theft, saying that they breached the civil servant e-payslip system to expose its weakness.


Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 might not bring a new camera design

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 is just a month away from us. Earlier, someone tipped that the upcoming foldable device's camera setup will feature a design similar to the one we've seen on the Galaxy S22 Ultra. However, this new report says it might not be true after all.

Leaker Mr_TechTalkTV claims that the Galaxy Z Fold4 will keep the predecessor's camera design. It's basically three sensors aligned vertically on a protruding module. If it followed the design from the previous rumour, it would get rid of the bump and still have three sensors aligned vertically, but each of them protrudes out on the back panel.

The source of this new information had made accurate claims in the past. Therefore, it might be true that the Galaxy Z Fold4 is not bringing a new camera makeover. Besides that, the setup is said to feature a 50MP sensor for the primary shooter, and it could be the one found in the Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S22+. Are you excited about seeing the Galaxy Z Fold4? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung Galaxy Z series promotions still ongoing, with gifts worth RM1398, 50% PwP & more

While the iPhone 14 series sales launch has just begun, Samsung Malaysia is still running its promotion for the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4. Until the last day of September 2022, you can enjoy some exclusive gifts worth up to RM1398.

On Samsung Malaysia's website, the gifts include a Galaxy Watch 4 Bluetooth (40mm), Samsung Care+ and 3x protective film replacements. You can also opt to trade in and own either one of the latest Galaxy Z series for as low as RM1969.

On the other hand, there is another exclusive offer for you if you purchase one from an official Samsung Experience Store. Should you get your hands on a Galaxy Z Fold 4, you can get a Galaxy Watch 4 Bluetooth (40mm) and an S Pen Pro, whereas getting the Galaxy Z Flip 4 grants you the same wearable and an extra Galaxy Z Flip 4 Clear Slim Cover. On top of that, both devices come with a 50% Purchase-with-Purchase on selected Samsung accessories.

Also on the same webpage, you stand a chance to win a Freestyle projector if you join the lucky draw. Entering it is easy as all you have to do is buy a Galaxy Z Fold 4 or Galaxy Z Flip 4 and be one of the 80 winners weekly. Moreover, if you join the VIP Referral Program, you can get a RM150 e-voucher too.

For more information, you can visit the promotional webpage here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones can now get up 4 years of Android updates

As far as software updates go for Android phone, they unfortunately don't last very long. At most, it can live up to 3 years with a pure stock Android OS but nowadays they don't really hang around in Malaysia anymore (because Motorola "died" and there are no Pixel phones here officially). Also, Android users would have to wait for a long time for a new software update on customized Android updates.

Despite that, the collaboration with Qualcomm will be changing that scheme. Most Android devices such as Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy devices are now eligible to reach up to 4 years of major software updates. On top of that, the collaboration allows Android devices to have at least 4 OS versions as well as security updates for years.

For each SoC model, the SoC manufacturers now needed to create multiple combinations of vendor implementations to support OEMs who would use that chipset to launch new devices and deploy OS upgrades on previously launched devices. The result is that three years beyond the launch of a chipset, the SoC vendor would have to support up to 6 combinations of OS framework software and vendor implementations

All Qualcomm customers will be able to take advantage of this stability to further lower both the costs of upgrades as well as launches and can now support their devices for longer periods of time.

Apparently, Google has been working on this Project Treble since 2017 as they restructure the Android system to be more modular. This allows the system to be updated faster and easier without changing the vendor implementation, especially for specific devices with low-level software. You can read the caption above by 9to5google.com as how Google laid out the plan on supporting OEMs using the chipset.

As of posting this news, Google said that there are 667 million active Android 10 users and about 82% of them got the Android 11 update. The company hopes to continue this momentum with their partners to either launch the smartphones with Android 11 pre-installed or offer OTA updates. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy smartphone equipped with "Z Slide" coming soon?

It seems that Samsung has recently filed a trademark with the European Intellectual Property Office for the name “Z Slide”, which could hint that there could be a smartphone with slide-out display capabilities. While not much is known in regards to which smartphone will come with the aforementioned feature, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when the devices are available in the global market.

Based on a few images uploaded by LetsGoDigital, it seems that the smartphone that’s equipped with the aforementioned feature will be able to extend the display sideways, turning the display into a square. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. What are your thoughts on Samsung filing trademark for “Z Slide”? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy smartphones getting BBM, Samsung Africa confirms

While the official announcement from BlackBerry has yet to come out, Samsung Africa has confirmed that Samsung Galaxy smartphones and devices will soon get access to the BlackBerry Messenger app and service. While this definitely confirms that Samsung Africa users will get access, it should also be available globally to users in Malaysia as well and should be free to download for Samsung Galaxy users.

In essence, the app will allow Samsung Galaxy users to join the BBM social network, which includes BBM chats for up to 30 users at a time. Users can also share photos and voice messages. Samsung Africa and BlackBerry had this to say about it:

"At Samsung we are all about collaboration, innovation and driving consumer experience based on choice, value and customisation to suit every lifestyle. As such, bringing a top tier messaging service such as BBM is another way that we are expanding the catalogue of our messaging services and offering customers an amazing way to stay instantly connected with colleagues, friends and family."-George Ferreira, VP and COO, Samsung Electronics Africa

"BBM provides one of the best and most robust mobile messaging experiences today. BBM has always set the standard for mobile instant messaging and we are thrilled to bring this experience to Samsung customers across Africa. BBM is loved by people who rely on fast, trusted messaging, along with the immediacy that our delivered and read statuses bring. Samsung customers will soon join the BBM nation in its love of the “D” and “R” notifications."-Andrew Bocking, Executive Vice President BBM, BlackBerry. “


Samsung Galaxy users can now redeem Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Fit and more via Samsung Rewards

With Hari Raya on the way, Samsung Malaysia is gearing up for another Raya promotion for Samsung Galaxy users. From now on until 30 April 2021, Samsung Galaxy users can redeem up to over 40 kinds of rewards, including a pair of Samsung Galaxy Buds+, Galaxy Fit and many more.

For those who don't know, Samsung Rewards points are earned when you use Samsung Pay to make payment online or offline. Users can then redeem items from the Samsung Rewards Catalogue with the accumulated points. Do note that only one redemption per user is allowed, while stocks last, on a first-come-first-served basis.

To redeem your points, make sure to go to the Redeem Points button then tap on "OK" to confirm your redeemed points. After that, you can check your redeemed voucher at the My Voucher list there. Here are some of the rewards that are up for redemption:

For applicable terms and conditions or redemption of e-Vouchers, you can visit the link here (for Android only). And for more information about Samsung Pay, you can visit the official website right over here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy users can redeem return flights to Bangkok on 4 May through the Galaxy Life app

If you are a Samsung Galaxy user, you are in for a treat! Thanks to the collaboration between Samsung Malaysia Electronics and AirAsia, on 4 May 2016 at 10 AM, the first 500 users to launch the Galaxy Life app and click on the privilege will allow them to redeem free return flights to Bangkok.

All you need to do is to download the GALAXY Life app through the Samsung Galaxy Apps or Google Play store and try to win the flight tickets on the date mentioned earlier. Each flight tickets will include a bonus of 20kg baggage allowance, so you don't have to worry about shopping too much while you are having fun in Bangkok.

“Our loyal fans and customers are our top priority in Samsung, and our collaboration with AirAsia is one of our many ways of rewarding our customers for their continuous support. Since most Malaysians appreciate the opportunity to travel and shop, there’s no better way to surprise and treat our deserving customers. Do stay tune on GALAXY Life as we will be bringing more rewarding journeys for Galaxy users nationwide,” said Lee Jui Siang, Vice President of Mobile and IT Business Unit, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

This offer is exclusive to Samsung GALAXY Life user only, of course, you will need a Samsung Galaxy device to use the app too. The Samsung GALAXY Life app has been around since 2014, offering great privileges to its users with a wide range of shopping, dining, travel deals and invitations to exclusive events too. Think of this as a value-added service platforms that Samsung Malaysia Electronics can use to reward the Samsung Galaxy users for their continued support.


Samsung Galaxy users get free YouTube Premium for up to 4 months

Here’s good news for all the Samsung Galaxy users! Samsung is giving out free trials for you to access YouTube Premium for up to 4 months! However, only users who purchase and activate any Samsung Galaxy device from 20 February 2019 until 29 February 2020 are eligible.

For users who purchase the S10 series, Note 10 series, Galaxy Tab S5e and Galaxy Tab S6 are going to get 4 months of free YouTube Premium subscription. The other Galaxy devices will be receiving 2 months of free trials as well.

YouTube Premium was first released earlier this month and it is a service that offers you ads-free video viewing experience. Other features such as download the videos for offline viewing, play the video in the background and more come with the service as well.

For more information about YouTube Premium, check out the official website! If you want to know more about offers and promotions, stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy users will be able to redeem Lazada e-voucher worth RM10

11.11 is already over, but that doesn't mean there won't be any more promotional sales. As we head towards December, Samsung Malaysia has announced that there will be an e-voucher redemption for Samsung Galaxy users. Only eligible for Lazada, the e-voucher is worth RM10 and here's how to redeem it.

To redeem the e-voucher, you just need to login to the Samsung Members app and search for the Samsung Rewards section. Tap on the "Redeem Point" button and go to "My Voucher" to use the e-voucher. With that, you will able to get RM10 off when you shop on the Lazada mobile app with only 700 Samsung Rewards Points.

Keep in mind that this will be a first-come-first-serve basis. The e-voucher redemption period starts from 14 November 2019 to 31 January 2020, and it will expire on 4 February 2020.

To know more about the Samsung Pay and find out the exclusive rewards available, you can check it out at the official page right here. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung GamePad officially announced, turns your Android smartphone into a gaming console

While it originally came out as the gaming accessory which revealed the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 a little too early, Samsung recently announced the GamePad for Android smartphones. Unlike the initial all white device the current GamePad is various shades of black, silver and grey with two joysticks, four buttons and a round directional keypad. The top slides out to hold the Android smartphone of your choice (it doesn't have to be the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 like in the picture) and it pairs up using NFC and Bluetooth. The slider can fit any smartphone from 4-inches to 6.3-inches wide and is compatible with Android 4.1 and Bluetooth 3.0 or higher but runs better with Samsung Galaxy devices using Android 4.3 and above.

You can also hook it up to a HDTV via a HDMI cable (with the smartphone paired up). It comes with a companion Samsung Mobile Console app and can launch Asphalt 8: Airborne, Prince of Persion: The Shadow and the Flame, Modern Combat 4: Zero Hour, Need for Speed: Most Wanted and Virtua Tennis Challenge with more said to be coming in 2014. While the Samsung GamePad is available in certain European markets for now, it should reach Malaysia and other markets in the next few weeks. Unfortunately nor Malaysia pricing was available.[Source]


Annuar Musa: Government is investigating iPay88 security breach

The Minister of Communications and Multimedia, Tan Sri Annuar Musa has confirmed that the government is aware of the cybersecurity breach affecting online payment provider iPay88. Moreover, he revealed that the government has begun investigating the matter.

One of the largest online payment platforms in Malaysia, iPay88 issued a statement recently saying that it has suffered a cybersecurity incident in which card data may have been compromised. The company further revealed that upon discovery of the breach, it initiated an investigation on 31 May 2022 and brought in cybersecurity experts to contain the issue.

While the containment process was successful and no further breach was found since 20 July 2022, many are understandably worried of the potential leak of their personal data, especially banking card details. Annuar’s statement thus confirmed that the e-commerce platform are working closely with the authorities and other relevant parties over the security breach.

The Communications Minister elaborated that the government’s personal data protection department (JPJD) has initiated a probe on the matter. As reported by FMT, two banking associations have since assured cardholders that their data is secure despite iPay88’s cybersecurity breach.

This is the latest of many unwanted incidents regarding cybersecurity in Malaysia. Recently, even the Prime Minister was affected by a cybersecurity issue when his Telegram and Signal accounts were hacked.

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