New Acer laptops with AMD Ryzen 4k series & 10th Gen Intel Core processors now available for Acer Day starting from RM1999

Today, Acer Malaysia is bringing another round of laptops but this time around, the newly refreshed gaming laptop lineups are packed with the latest AMD Ryzen 4000 series. Besides that, there's also the Spin and Aspire series with the latest 10th Gen Intel Core processor as well and other noteworthy features. The company is also extending its Acer Day promotion to these new laptops so find out more below!

Of course, we have to talk about the new Acer Nitro 5 which is now equipped with AMD's Ryzen 7 4800H 8-core processor. Granted, it's not the highest but it's still a powerful processor and it's paired with an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 4GB GDDR6, 8GB of RAM, 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD with upgradeable RAM and M.2 slots. the 15.6-inch FHD IPS display also supports up to 144Hz refresh rate.

In terms of features, you have the usual dual-fan cooling system which is 25% better than the previous model, 4-zone RGB keyboard, as well as an Intel Wireless WiFi 6 and Killer Ethernet E2600. It's now available for RM4099 but for Acer Day promotion, it can be bought at a discounted price of RM3999.

The Acer Spin 5 and Swift 1 also makes a return as lightweight laptops with new additional upgrades but still remains more or less the same as their predecessors. You can still rotate the Spin 5's 13.5-inch FHD touch screen into four modes, and they're also two variants - one with a 10th Gen Intel Core i7 processor + 16GB RAM and the other with i5 processor + 8GB RAM priced at RM5299 and RM4399 respectively. The Spin 5 series is now available and there's a RM100 discount for Acer Day, while the first 30 customers who purchased any of the new Acer Spin 5 will be able entitled to redeem Urbanista Sydney Bluetooth Speaker (RM219).

As for the Swift 1, it features an Intel Pentium Silver N5030 processor, 4GB RAM, 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, and a 14-inch FHD IPS display. On top of that, the laptop also comes pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home & Student 2019 and will be available for RM2099 (or RM1999 during Acer Day) in early September 2020. The new Aspire series is also pre-installed with the same programs.

Finally, the Aspire series - Aspire 5 and 3 - are equipped with the latest 10th Gen Intel Core i5 processor + 4GB RAM with additional slots for future upgrades, followed by a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD and 32GB Intel Optane Memory, and a 14-inch FHD IPS and 15.6-inch FHD display respectively. The Aspire 5 (Magic Purple) and Aspire 3 (Obsidian Black and Indigo Blue) are now available for RM2599 but no promo price during Acer Day.

Before we end this article, we should also mention that there are other promos to look out for during Acer Day which is currently ongoing until 30 September 2020. The new laptops mentioned above are eligible for an entry of "Buy and Win" lucky draw, where customers born in the month of August will get a complimentary RM50 Touch 'n Go eWallet credit. Moreover, the lucky draw has a prize pool worth more than RM25,000 for customers who purchase selected Acer models from any Acer authorized shop, online or offline.

So what are you waiting for? If you ask me, it's the perfect timing for August babies to get a new laptop now. Stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


New AirPods Studio headset, Apple Watch Series 6 'SE', iPad Air, & more could be announced alongside iPhone 12 series

While we wait in anticipation for Apple's annual event in September, rumours have been flying around that the company could separate into two events - one for accessories and the other for the iPhones. Now, new reports from Bloomberg are sharing a more detailed launching plan and here's what we know so far about the upcoming iPhone products.

Of course, the most important one is the upcoming iPhone 12 series. As the rumours point out, there could be four iPhone 12 models - 5.4, 6.1, and 6.7-inch sizes and the first two (which are the lower-end) could actually be released first before the pro versions. Design-wise, Bloomberg said that the rumoured designs that we all seen online are mostly correct with the iPhone 4 design throwback alongside a new dark blue shade for the pro versions only. On top of that, the pro versions should get a LiDAR scanner that is seen on iPad Pro tablets.

According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and Debby Wu, Apple will launch several new products this fall including four new iPhones, a redesigned iPad Air, Apple Watch Series 6, a cheaper Apple Watch replacing the Series 3, AirPods Studio, and a smaller HomePod pic.twitter.com/wRfq7XK31I

Besides the iPhone 12 lineup, reports are also saying Apple is releasing a new 10.8-inch iPad Air that mimics the current iPad Pro with a potential under-display Touch ID. There could be two new Apple Watch Series 6 models as well, one that serves as an affordable option (called SE for now) replacing the Watch Series 3 and the other as the standard variant featuring blood oxygen monitoring. As for accessories, there could be a new AirPods Studio which is a new pair of over-ear headphones, and a new affordable HomePod too.

Onto the other Apple products, a new Apple TV is said to be in development with a faster processor. There's also a rumoured AirTags not much information was given except that it should make an appearance at the October event, alongside the upcoming iPhone 12 variants and Apple Watch 6 series. As for the September launch, it could be the new iPad tablets and potentially the Watch 6 series too. The launching plan rumours are a bit conflicting here, so do take them with a pinch of salt.

According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and Debby Wu, Apple is working on a new Apple TV 4K with a faster processor and a new remote equipped with Find My tracking. The new Apple TV might not launch until 2021. pic.twitter.com/S2Vpd2F8lU

While other smartphone brands are jumping on the 5G bandwagon, Apple seems to be withholding that feature as it was reported that the testers are unsatisfied with the speed improvement. Despite that, Apple could be planning to manufacture 75 million 5G iPhones and they are also anticipating 80 million iPhone 12 units for shipment this year.

Whew, that was a big chunk of new Apple rumoured news but as always, nothing is official until they announce it. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


New Alienware gaming machines coming to Malaysia on 4 October 2016

Dell's latest and greatest Alienware gaming machines will be coming to Malaysia on 4 October 2016, or at least that is what the invite that we received seems to indicate. Featuring infrared eye trackers by Tobii and 6th Generation Intel Core processors the new gaming laptops may consist of the Alienware 17 and Alienware 15, but the Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop or Alienware Alpha R2 Desktop could also make an appearance.

While you can check out the videos below, there are still no actual Malaysia release dates or Malaysian pricing details but we'll be there to give you all the answers so stay tuned to TechNave.com. In the meantime, check out the videos:


New Android 13 feature allows users to copy and paste across all connected devices

The Google I/O 2022 event held earlier today showcased new products that have been in the works by the tech giant, including the Pixel 6a launched during the event and the Pixel Tablet, due for release in 2023. Google also give several updates regarding its software, including a new feature in Android 13 which allows for copy and paste across devices.

It is similar in concept with Apple’s Continuity feature in its ecosystem but slightly different in terms of execution. Google gave a preview of the feature which by the looks of it, works through the ‘Nearby Share’ feature on Android.

In the upcoming version of the OS, users can copy a text or image on one device and share that clip from the clipboard. Through a UI that looks similar to ‘Nearby Share, you can then send the copied material to another device running Android 13.

On the other device, you can then simply paste that copied material. Another notable thing from the preview is how copy and pasting will work in Android 13, whereby the OS looks like it will be treating any copied text or image as a screenshot, whereby the material would be shrunk down to the corner and displayed there.

Furthermore, there’s also a small Nearby Share and Edit pencil icon on the side of the window. Google confirmed that this new feature will be coming to Android phones and tablets with the new OS starting this September.

What do you guys think of this new feature in Android 13? Share your thoughts with us in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news!


New Android malware infects over 620000 users, including Malaysians

If you're the type who tries different apps for your Android device, have an anti-virus app ready. Android malware is real and could give you all sorts of problems if you're not careful. One of them is the recently identified 'Fleckpe' malware.

According to Kaspersky, Flekpe is a subscription trojan that's been around since last year. It was found on 11 image editing apps on the Google Play Store and allegedly infected more than 620000 Android devices. While the malware seemed to target users from Thailand, Kaspersky reported Malaysian victims as well. If you've downloaded any of the apps listed by the source, run an anti-virus app to clean your device.

Is your #phone secretly subscribed to premium services?Beware of the new "Fleckpe" #Trojan family on #GooglePlayMore details via @Securelist https://t.co/oxYjJjSjuc pic.twitter.com/gD6vHxeorq

For your info, subscription trojans will subscribe users to premium services without consent. And it's not done for fun, as the threat actors would gain a share of the subscription fees. If the infected app is a service created by the threat author, they could also keep the entire subscription fee.

If you still don't have an anti-virus app, get one now to prevent your Android device from being infected by malware. And if you're already using one, which one is it? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news related to mobile devices.


New Android-powered Philips voice recorder announced

If your needs for audio recording is almost professional-level, and your built-in audio recorder in your phone is not up to par, Phillips just announced something that may be up your alley. The SpeechAir by Philips brings professional-grade audio recording, with the power of the Android ecosystem to the table.

What makes this device stand out from the others is the inclusion of three pro-grade microphones that give it the best audio recording capabilities when needed. There’s a 360-degree mic for meetings, a directional mic for one-to-one interviews, and even a MEMS mic designed for VOIP calls.

Inside, you get a 4-inch 480×800 screen, 1.6GHz Dual Core Cortex-A9 CPU, 1GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, a 5MP camera and a 2700 mAh battery. This is a handy tool for journalists on the road.

It runs Android 4.4.2 and it is protected by AES, 256-bit, real time encryption for your data security. The SpeechAir is also antimicrobial, rugged and protected with Gorilla Glass. Two different models will be available – the PSP1100 is the unit alone, while the PSP1200 comes with the charging dock and the SpeechExec Pro Dictate workflow software. No Malaysia release dates or prices yet for this device but we can be sure that it will not be in the mid-range price.


New Apple Airpods launched with backwards compatible wireless charging case starting at RM699

It smells completely like broke in here. Yes, the Apple’s brand new Airpods was announced last night (to my surprise) with a bunch of brand new features like a Qi compatible wireless charging case and hands-free Siri. And no, it is not called the Apple Airpods 2 like we thought it would.

The new Apple Airpods has tech specs that include Apple’s brand new H1 chip. This chip supports Bluetooth 5.0 and claims use power more efficiently. You get an extra hour of phone calls as talk time rating has gone up by 50%. Besides that, the chip also improves connectivity between devices, a.k.a switching the Airpods between your Macbook and your phone should be faster now.

There’s no need to double tap on your Airpods to wake your assistant any longer as you can simply mention Siri and she will immediately respond. Apple has also upgraded made sure that the Airpods cases, both with wireless and non-wireless charging, now has a total battery life of 24 hours.

Though there were claims that the new Airpods were supposed to be released with a brand new coating to make the Airpods less slippers, better bass and more colours. As for the first two rumours, that is yet to be seen until we are able to get our hands on it. I am a bit bummed that the Airpods only came out in white instead of having more colour variants though...

Unfortunately there is no Malaysia release date just yet as chats with the Apple Store support mentions that the Airpods are currently "pending agency/government review". However, the Malaysia price for the item is listed on the Apple Malaysia website as of right now. It will cost you RM699 for a pair of Airpods with a normal charging case, RM 879 for a pair of Airpods with a wireless charging case and RM439 for just the wireless case itself. Check out TechNave.com for more Apple news (no, we don’t mean the fruit)!


New Apple HomePod in development, but actual release is not guaranteed

If you recalled, it was previously rumoured that Apple could discontinue the HomePod. Instead, the company is expected to focus on developing the HomePod Mini. Now, sources claim that the company has been working on new HomePod models.

According to Bloomberg (via Wccftech), Apple is developing new speakers but may not launch them ever. From the description, it seems like the company isn't very confident if it can develop a smart speaker that could sell. That's not unusual, as Apple's Siri voice assistant has proven to be unreliable.

That could be why Apple may look to switch tracks and go for a more regular audio speaker. Bloomberg claims that the speakers being developed would have screens and cameras. In our opinion, Apple might be considering the use of touch-sensitive displays or hand gestures as the new control method. Of course, the screen could just be for a normal display too.

With how tight-lipped Apple can be, we probably won't have any news for months to come. But if the company does have a new HomePod model to launch, you can bet that there will be leaks. Until then, stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this!


New Apple Mac Studio & Mac Pro with up to M2 Ultra announced, starting price at RM9499

Aside from the new 15-inch MacBook Air, Apple also announced a new Mac Studio and Mac Pro with the M2 Max and a brand-new M2 Ultra chip. Like the former, the new Mac Studio and Mac Pro aren't available yet but they come with a starting price of RM 9499.

Starting with the Mac Studio, it features a 12-core CPU, up to a 38-core GPU, and up to 96GB of unified memory with 400GB/s of memory bandwidth. Compared to the M1 Max Mac Studio, the M2 Max Mac Studio enables After Effects rendering up to 50% fast and developers to build new app versions with Xcode with up to 25% faster performance.

Then the new M2 Ultra Mac Studio, it delivers twice the performance and capabilities of the M2 Max. As Apple's largest system on a chip (SoC) ever, the M2 Ultra Mac Studio is up to 3x faster than the previous-generation Mac Studio with M1 Ultra, and up to 6x faster than the most powerful Intel-based 27-inch iMac. It features a 24-core CPU, up to a 76-core GPU, and up to 192GB of memory with 800GB/s of unified memory bandwidth for workstation-class performance.

The new Mac Studios have a wide array of connectivity with higher-bandwidth HDMI, enabling up to 8K resolution and 240Hz frame rates, whereas the M2 Ultra Mac Studio can support up to six Pro Display XDRs. Additionally, both WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 are supported, as well as 4x Thunderbolt 4 ports, a 10Gb Ethernet port, an enhanced HDMI port, 2x USB-A ports, 2x USB-C ports and an SD card slot on the front.

Next, the new M2 Ultra Mac Pro can be configured with up to 192GB of memory with 800GB/s of unified memory bandwidth. When compared to the Intel-based Mac Pro, the Mac Pro with M2 Ultra can push video transcoding and 3D simulations to run up to 3x faster, as well as ingest 24 4K camera feeds and encode them to ProRes in real-time when using 6 video I/O cards. It's also capable of running 22 streams of 8K ProRes videos.

In terms of connectivity, the Mac Pro has 8x built-in Thunderbolt ports that can support up to 6 Pro Display XDRs, 3x USB A ports, 2x higher-bandwidth HDMI ports that support up to 8K resolution and up to 240Hz frame rates, two 10Gb Ethernet ports, and a headphone jack. WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 are also on board.

The new Mac Studio starts at RM9499 and RM8549 for education. Additional configure-to-order options are available at apple.com/my/store. Then for the Mac Pro, it's available in both tower and rack-mounted enclosures starting at RM32,999 and RM31,109 for education respectively. The Mac Pro (Rack Enclosure) starts at RM34,999 and RM32,669 for education respectively, and additional technical specifications and configure-to-order options are available at apple.com/my/mac-pro.


New Apple Mac event on October 27

‘hello again’ says the invite to the Apple Mac event which is happening on the 27 of October. This is the event that many have been waiting for as it is a Mac event, and it is expected that new Apple Macbook Pro 2016 will be announced here.

There are many rumours on what the new Apple Macbook Pro will look like this time around. It is said that there will be a new type of touch display on the top of the keyboard. There is also the rumours that Apple will be putting in OLED screens into the new Macbook Pro. Will we see a refresh of processors, or will we see a new line of processors altogether?

We can’t wait for the event happening next week, so stay tunedto TechNave for more information on the new Apple Macbook Pro.


ASUS ZenWatch 2 officially announced with OLED screen

ASUS has officially announced the ASUS ZenWatch 2 smartwatch. Utilizing Android Wear it comes in 22mm and 18mm bands, quite obviously designed for men and women or those with big wrists and small wrists. Tech specs include and a Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, OLED display covered by 2.5D Gorilla Glass 3 and IP67 water resistance certification. This means you can bring it swimming. On top of this, battery life has been improved and a new magnetic charging system has been implemented although the details are still rather unclear. The ZenWatch 2 will be available in gunmetal, silver and rose gold with a choice over rubber, leather and metal bands. Other bands are due as well, along with one covered with Swarovski crystals. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but we should find out more in the coming months.


New Apple Mac products now available to order, including a wheeling kit that cost RM2799

Apple is making news all over the Internet. First, they silently announced the new iPhone SE  last night, then also updated their website with the Magic Keyboard's price tag (from RM1394) which will arrive next week. Besides that, the company is bringing in the new MacBook Air, Mac Pro, Mac mini, Pro Display XDR, and...a Mac Pro Wheels Kit?

Yes, these accessories for the Mac Pro (current generation) cost RM2799 in total. That's pretty insane, isn't it? To know the reason why these wheels cost so damn much, the description says the "custom-designed stainless steel and rubber wheels make it easy to move your Mac Pro around, whether sliding it out from under your desk or across your studio" (thanks, Captain Obvious). If you prefer having the standing feet type, the Mac Pro Feet kit is also available online for RM1199 (lol).

Anyway, the new MacBook Air's price tag starts from RM4399, whereas the Mac Pro starts from a hefty RM25,999. Meanwhile, the Mac mini and Pro DIsplay XDR cost from RM3449 and RM19,999 respectively. What can I say, no one does it like Apple. To learn more about the new Mac stuff, you can visit the official website here. Stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple MacBook Air announced, world's thinnest 15-inch M2 laptop with a starting price at RM6199

Besides the software announcements, Apple also unveiled a new 15-inch MacBook Air. With a starting price of RM6199, the availability is unknown at the moment but here's everything you need to know about the specs and features.

Dubbed the world's thinnest 15-inch laptop, weighing 1.51kg only and measuring 11.5mm thin. Despite that, the laptop still packs up to 500 nits of brightness and support for 1 billion colours, twice the resolution and 25% brighter than a comparable PC laptop. The new MacBook has a 15.3-inch Liquid Retina display.

MagSafe charging returns, alongside 2x Thunderbolt ports that can support up to a 6K external display and yes, the 3.5mm audio jack is there too. With the M2 chip, the 15-inch MacBook Air features an 8-Core CPU, 10-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine, 8GB of unified memory and up to 512GB of SSD storage. Its battery life is also up to 18 hours (results may vary based on usage).

Moreover, the new MacBook Air also has a 1080p FaceTime HD camera and a three-mic array that should be more than good enough. There are also a total of six speakers with two tweeters and two sets of force-cancelling woofers, enabled by Spatial Audio and Dolby Atmos support. If you want the higher variant (8GB + 512GB), it costs RM6999.

Due to the new 15-inch MacBook Air announcement, the 13-inch MacBook Air with M2 gets a new starting price of RM5199. If you want to learn more, you can visit the Apple Malaysia page right over here to check it out.


New Apple MacBook Air to come with Mini LED display in 2022

Some Apple fans lament how slowly the brand seems to pick up trends. However, Apple is also often a trendsetter. And for 2022, the company could be looking to add Mini LED displays to more products. The next one to get this could be a new MacBook Air.

According to AppleInsider, analyst Kuo Ming-Chi has predicted that the MacBook Air 2022 will have a 13.3-inch Mini LED display. In comparison, the current MacBook Air comes with a display panel that uses standard LEDs. The Mini LED display is expected to provide much better contrast ratios, greater black levels, and higher peak brightness.

Mind you, the Mini LED isn't a very matured as technology yet. In fact, the iPad Pro launched earlier this year uses a Mini LED display. Soon after the launch, reviewers started reporting that there's a halo effect that can be seen when reading text in dark mode. At the time, an expert explained that more local dimming zones are required to solve this issue.

Assuming that Apple can solve this issue in time, we can expect the MacBook Air 2022 to deliver excellent video quality. Besides that, what other features are you hoping to see added to the MacBook Air? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


New Apple MacBook Pro could be coming soon and it could have the Magic Keyboard

Are you looking to get a new MacBook? Well, you might want to hold off a little bit, if only to find out what Apple has in store for us soon. News has surfaced claiming that Apple may have a new 13-inch notebook computer in the works that will feature a Magic Keyboard with scissor switches.

According to 9to5Mac, a new listing has appeared on the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) database, detailing an Apple portable personal computer bearing the model A2289. This computer will run on macOS 10.15 (Catalina), which was released in October 2019. 9to5Mac also believes that this model will be using the same Magic Keyboard that was equipped on last year's 13-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro.

Aside from that, there are no design or tech specs shown yet, so we won't be able to tell you more about this notebook until Apple issues an official announcement. But this EEC filing does prove that the product exists and it could already be in production. Who knows, it may be launched as soon as the first or second quarter of 2020.

That said, what is your opinion of the Magic Keyboard? Do you like it more than the previous type of keyboard used in MacBook computers? Let us know which one you prefer on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


New Apple MacBook Pro models to have 16GB RAM and feature 1080p webcam

As you may know, Apple is hosting an event next week that will likely see the launch of new MacBook Pro laptops. Recent leaks suggest that they would be high-end models targeted at the premium market. And the latest bit of news seems to reaffirm that.

According to @dylandkt, the mini-LED display is just one of the premium features that the 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models would receive. They would also come with at least 16GB of RAM, 512GB of storage, and a 1080p webcam. He also claimed that the displays for the new models will have smaller bezels and that there would be a new charging brick.

MacBook Pro 14 and 16:Mini Led displaysSmaller bezels with no bottom logo1080p webcamBase models will have 16gb of ram and 512gb of storageBase M1X is the same configuration for both modelsPricing will be similar between 14 and 16 inchNew charging brick

The last bit is quite interesting, as it could imply a few things. Apple could be using one that supports MagSafe at a lower power output, as it's using a more power-efficient Apple M1X chip. It's also possible that the company is switching to a USB Type-C compliant power brick, in response to regulations in certain regions.

Of course, that's mostly speculation. But the leak on specs is probably quite accurate, so expect the new models to be premium ones that command a high price tag. Would you be interested in getting one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about this.


New Apple Pencil allegedly spotted, features redesigned tip

Previously, it was said that Apple is expected to launch a new iPad Pro sometime this month. But it looks like the tablet isn't the only thing to get an upgrade. Sources claim that there will also be a new Apple Pencil.

A tweet from @laobaiTD shows what is allegedly a new version of Apple's stylus pen. As you can see, its glossy finish is a notable contrast with the previous Apple Pencil's matt finish. Besides that, it also seems to have a redesigned tip. If you look closely, you'll see that the tip is slightly thicker. It has also lost the screw grooves, looking more like it's a clip-in component.

Of course, a few design changes hardly makes it worth being called 'new'. Considering this, we're expecting Apple to make some changes internally too. Perhaps a bigger battery? What do you think? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


New Apple Watch wireless charger and strap bands by Griffin at CES 2016

Griffin Technology, a digital accessory manufacturer from USA will be presenting a new Travel Power Bank, a wireless compact Apple Watch charger, and new strap bands for the Apple Watch during the CES 2016 which will take place tomorrow.

According to Griffin, the Travel Power Bank is an all-in-one travel solution for the Apple Watch charger. It’s compact and small enough to attached to a keychain, able to charge the Apple Watch without a power source, and can do a full charge four times for the Apple Watch before needing to be recharged via micro-USB cable. Its fuel juice is 800 mAh.

Besides that, Griffin is also showcasing two new sets of Apple Watch bands, the Uptown Leather Band and new Trainer Watch Band. The Uptown Leather Band, available in toffee, black, ecru, and seafoam is a double-wrap band that can be wind around the wrist twice; while the Trainer Watch band is sweat-proof and comes in red, blue, black, and white.

These three new Apple accessories will only be available to purchase in the second quarter of 2016, with a retail for $69.99 (around RM303), $59.99 (around RM260), and $39.99 (around RM173) respectively.


New Apple accessories for iPhone 7 series and Apple Watch now available online (locally)

In case you missed the news, not only Apple has announced a (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, and new storage variants for the iPhone SE, but also a new bunch of accessories which are new silicone colour cases and new straps for the Apple Watch. Check out the colours below!

On the top row, the colours are Azure, Camellia, and Pebble; while the bottom row are leather casing of Sapphire, Taupe, and Berry for the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus. There’s also a new iPhone SE leather case too in Saddle Brown. All the new casing are available for order now on apple.com.my with the official local price listed there.

New Apple Watch straps and bands are also available to order online, with all local price listed there. Several new option like Striped Woven Nylon bands now come in Berry, Tahoe Blue, Orange, Red, and Pollen, as well as an all-new Midnight Blue Woven Nylon band. Aside from that, customers can also buy a Nike Sport Band in Anthracite/Black, Pure Platinum/White, and Volt/Black.

Stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple headphones and AirPods X launch date and prices revealed

Much of the focus for Apple has been on its upcoming iPhone SE 2020 and iPhone 12 series smartphones. But with the latest rumour, it's clear that Apple wants to have a full lineup of audio products with its branding too. A source has revealed the retail pricing for Apple's new headphones and AirPods, along with the estimated launch timing as well.

According to Jon Prosser, the Apple headphones will be announced during the WWDC 2020 that will be streamed live in June 2020. This would be the first headphones with the Apple branding and it's allegedly going to cost a hefty USD 350 (~RM1522). On the other hand, the AirPods X's launch window is set to September or October 2020, which is when Apple usually launches its flagship iPhone models. It's expected to retail for USD 200 (~RM870).

You ready for this? Apple Over-Ear HeadphonesCodename: B515(Think Beats 700)$350Aimed for WWDCAirPods XCodename: B517For sports/running(think Beats X)~$200Aimed for Sept/Oct Probably what DigiTimes thought was “AirsPods Pro Lite”End goal: phase out Beats

Prosser has also suggested that Apple's end goal is to phase out Beats, which Apple acquired in 2014 for its audio expertise. This move does make sense for Apple, as having all its products under one brand will benefit the company. Without the Beats branding, Apple could consider redesigning the headphones and earphones in their image, instead of conforming to what people have come to expect from Beats.

Of course, this is just speculation and we can't confirm whether it's true, so do take the news with a grain of salt. Having said that, would having the audio products branded under Apple make them more appealing to you? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


New Apple iMac Pro revealed with VR creation capabilities for $4999

Aside from the newly announced iPad Pro 10.5, Apple also introduced a new series of iMac which are the iMac Pro and new iMac upgrades. The new iMac Pro is certainly a monster, possessing three variants based on a new Xeon processor and it’s designed for the pro-graphic and VR makers. Below is the official tech-specs:

With such monstrous graphics specification, the machine is really meant for creating real-time 3D rendering, VR, real-time 4K video process and more. The price tag will be set at $4999 (around RM21313) and it will be available at the end of the year.

Moving on, the new iMac upgrades are now equipped with 7th gen Intel Core (Kaby Lake processors) with higher base and turbo frequencies in 10-bit HEVC decode. There will be three variants but based on two different sizes - 21.5-inch and 27-inch with 32GB and 64GB memory respectively. The 27-inch will get a special treat of having Fusion Drive, which they said it’s 50% faster than your average SSDs, along with 2TB of space. The three variants, on the other hand is based on graphics which looks like this

Are you liking these new iMac stuff from Apple? Let us know in the comments below, to find out more about it head over to their website here and stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


ASUS ZenWatch 2 officially announced with multiple sizes, customizability and magnetic chargers

ASUS recently announced their new ASUS ZenWatch 2, the second generation in the ASUS ZenWatch series (which didn't manage to make it to Malaysia officially last time). While keeping the same beautiful curved glass look and design, the new ZenWatch 2 offers a different size and many other options to customize the smartwatch according to your tastes. The ZenWatch 2 will come in the original size with a 1.63-inch display at a 320 x 320 pixel resolution, but there is now a smaller version with a 1.45-inch display and 280 x 280 pixel resolution. Both feature the same tech specs which include a 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, 512MB RAM, 4GB storage and a 400 mAh battery for the larger version and 300 mAh battery for the smaller version. Both use a magnetic connector to charge and are expected to launch in October although there are no specific Malaysia release dates just yet. You can customize the ZenWatch by choosing from a silver, gunmetal grey or rose gold body, various watch straps and using a watchface-creation tool. International pricing begins at €149 (RM702) for the larger version and €169 (RM796) for the smaller version.


New Apple iPad 9.7 with Apple Pencil support announced, price starts from RM1449

While Huawei was having a prime time a few hours ago, Apple also did an event of their own and it was called Apple + Education. You probably saw a couple of posts here and there, so in this news, we are going to summarized what went down from Apple. From the new iPad 9.7 with Apple Pencil support to some free 200GB iCloud storage for students.

So first up, Apple announced another iPad 9.7 variant that comes with Apple Pencil support. Designed for educational purpose with pre-installed AR apps, Apple said this new model is their "most affordable iPad" yet. How affordable is it? Well, according to the Apple Malaysia website, it will start at RM1449 which is not too bad for a tablet. But for the Apple Pencil, it's sold separately for $99 (~RM381). If that's too costly, there's an alternative stylus called the Logitech Crayon at $50 only (~RM192).

Anyway, for the tech-specs side - it features an A10 Fusion Chip from the iPhone 7 series but with a 64bit desktop grade architecture. This means that compared to the predecessor 9.7 iPad, its CPU is said to perform 40% faster and 50% faster for the graphics. No wonder it can also support AR apps easily, as the iPhone 7 series has some difficulty running on that. The Retina display has a higher resolution as well just to support Apple Pencil and both cameras on the back and front have HD Video recording feature.

Will it come to Malaysia? Maybe, our country was not listed in the first wave so it's possible that we may be getting it in the second quarter of the month, perhaps May or later. If you can't wait, you can take a trip to Singapore and get it first.

Didn't think the AR would look this GOOD

Wait, there's more. With AR apps in mind for the new 9.7 iPads, there were a few impressive ones for students to take advantage of. This includes viewing a painting as close as possible, dissecting a frog with the Apple Pencil (a virtual frog, duh), as well as allowing teachers to send digital handouts and monitor their students with Schoolwork app. By the way, only the teachers will get to see their students' data.

Speaking of students, the kids are getting 200GB worth of iCloud storage for free and it can be claimed by the school, that's so much win

On top of that, Apple Pencil now supports iWork, Pages, Numbers and Keynote. This is a pretty big deal especially for Pages since it's the equivalent of Microsoft Office to Apple, which allows the user to write with the Apple Pencil, draw (even importing them), make annotations and even create books thanks to the multi-user / group editing feature.

I guess we can expect a lot of dilly daily drawings

It's compatible with any Bluetooth keyboard too

To learn more about the new 9.7 iPad, head over to the official website here to check it out. And stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple iPad Pro launched with 9.7-inch display and Apple Pencil support from $599 (RM2419)

Refreshing their existing 9.7-inch Apple iPad tablet lineup (which means no iPad Air 3), Apple have also launched the Apple iPad Pro 9.7-inch model from $599 (RM2419) for the 32GB storage version with WiFi (check out all the pricings below). Featuring new tech specs like the A9X processor and support for a smaller but still super thin smart keyboard and the Apple Pencil stylus, the 9.7-inch iPad Pro is basically the 12.9-inch iPad Pro in a smaller form factor.

No Malaysia release dates yet but like the iPhone SE preorders will start on 24 March 2016 and it is expected to be available (in the US at least) by 31 March 2016. It doesn't look like it will replace the iPad Air 2 so we should expect a price drop for that one at least.

Here are the Apple iPad Pro 9.7-inch tablet tech specs:


New Apple iPad Pro with fullscreen Liquid Retina display, FaceID, USB-C connector and more starting from RM3499

Apple is on a roll, after releasing three new iPhones, they are back again showcasing a brand new iPad Pro with a new magnetic Apple Pencil, a new MacBook Air and a Mac mini. In this news, we will be looking into the iPad Pro and according to the Apple Malaysia site, it will come in two variants starting with the 11-inch model from RM3499 and the 12.9-inch model from RM4349 in silver and space gray.

Just like the new iPhone XR, the new iPad Pro features a fullscreen Liquid Retina screen panel with no Home Button as it solely relies on FaceID to unlock the tablet. The screen panel also has an anti-reflective coating for a more natural and accurate viewing, as well as featuring True Tone technology for the best wide colour support. Not only the bezels are narrower than ever with perfectly rounded corners, but the whole iPad has also been radically redesigned to be thinner measuring at 5.9mm only, this forces Apple to actually to reassemble everything in the iPad to fit into it.

On the internals, the A12X Bionic chipset lies within and features a quad-core structure with four cores for performance and the other four for efficiency. On the GPU side, there's a seven-core structure just for handling the graphics performance, Augmented Reality and games that are comparable to the Xbox One S. The Neural Engine has become quite flexible as well, you can flip the iPad Pro in any direction and the screen orientation will just follow you, even for unlocking with FaceID while sitting, standing and attach to the new Smart Keyboard Folio.

The battery figure wasn't specified as expected but it's said to have a 10-hour battery life throughout the day. You'd be surprised to learn that the new iPad now uses a USB-C port and connector now and it's able to charge an iPhone, connect to other devices and extend its display to another monitor up to 5K resolution. Speaking of connecting, the 2nd generation Apple Pencil can also be charged by the iPad Pad by simply attaching itself to it magnetically from any side. It also has a new tap feature, where the user can choose a different tool in Photoshop. Cool.

For the full price list, the 11-inch and 12.9-inch model each have four variants based on memory storage. The Smart Keyboard and Apple Pencil are sold separately, you can check them out below:

Malaysia will be part of the second wave to get the new iPad Pro, which we assume to be before the end of 2018. Until then, stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple iPad and iPad Mini Malaysia release: Officially launching today onwards from RM1499

Besides the latest iPhone 13 series, the Apple iPad and iPad Mini are finally launching in Malaysia too. As a reminder, the new tablets cost starting from RM1499 and RM2299 respectively, and you may visit the nearest authorised Apple reseller stores or Apple Malaysia website here.

Just to recap the tech specs, the new iPad is featuring an A13 Bionic chipset, 10.2 Retina display, an 8MP camera and more. Compared with the predecessor, it has twice the storage and its new 12MP ultrawide front camera has a Centre Stage feature that tracks the subject's face around without being held.

As for the iPad Mini, it uses a far advanced A15 Bionic chipset, an 8.3-inch Liquid Retina all-screen design as well as having the same 12MP ultrawide front camera with Centre Stage function. Since it's using an A15 Bionic chipset, it also supports 5G connectivity with up to 3.5Gbps download speeds. Of course, both of the iPads support Apple Pencil too.

The new iPad is available in Space Gray and Silver, alongside a memory option of 64GB and 256GB, WiFi or WiFi + Cellular. Meanwhile, the iPad Mini can be purchased in Space Gray, Pink, Purple or Starlight with the aforementioned model options. If you purchase the new iPads from Apple Malaysia's website, you can get a free Engraving of your choice.

That's all, folks. You may visit the new iPad or iPad Mini's official webpage here or here respectively. Are you getting one? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


New Apple iPad and iPad mini coming in September?

Reports published recently have shown signs that the next versions of the Apple iPad (in this case Apple iPad 5) and Apple iPad mini (Apple iPad mini 2) may be coming soon. As usual the report comes from the parts and supply chain and indicates that the new 9.7-inch Apple iPad may be introduced in September. Parts suppliers are ready for production with no expected changes to existing specs. However, this isn't what is being said about the next Apple iPad mini.According to the report, the next Apple iPad mini may use a Retina display with 264ppi, matching it up with that of the Apple iPad 4. The next Apple iPad mini is also expected to offer a larger viewing area due to thinner bezels. Battery life is also reportedly better due to a decrease in LED tubes. However, due to the shortage of Retina screens, if the next Apple iPad mini should get such a screen, we could expect it to arrive by the end of the year. No news on pricing or specific availability but stay tuned and we'll keep your posted.


New Apple iPhone 11 series leak says there will be Apple Pencil support, WiFi 6 and more starting from ~RM3129

Not a lot of Apple iPhone 11 series rumours can be found online these days. If anything, it's just tidbits here and there. However, we have found an interesting image on Twitter by @TheAppleHub as they have recently posted a full-blown tech spec and the price tag for each iPhone 11 model. Let's check it out.

As previously rumoured, the three iPhone 11 lineup will be called as the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and the iPhone 11 Pro Max. Starting with the iPhone 11, this model will be the iPhone XR equivalent so most consumers will be able to afford this model the most among the three. The 6.1-inch LCD also fits the bill, along with 4GB of RAM, dual 12MP rear cameras (not sure if this meant the other sensor is also 12MP), 3110mAh battery and has three memory variants starting from 64GB, followed by 256GB and then 512GB.

Previous rumours about the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max display size is accurate too, with a 5.8-inch and 6.5-inch OLED display. 6GB of RAM will be there and it also says triple 12MP rear cameras, which implies that all three sensors are 12MP. The storage is the same with 128GB, 256GB and 512GB, whereas the battery pack are 3190+mAh and 3500mAh+ respectively. Moreover, it's intriguing to see an Apple Pencil support written there as well and both will have a frost glass design which could mean for the stylus to work on.

This year, it’s all about the cameras! If you’re upgrading this year, which model would you get? #iPhone11 pic.twitter.com/3T506bqLOH

On top of that, the image also says the iPhone 11 series are WiFi 6 certified and through a quick search online, this connectivity has just got permitted this month. The "Bilateral" wireless charging could also mean reverse wireless charging. Also, 3D Touch won't be coming back as expected as Apple only relies on Face ID since the introduction of the iPhone X two years ago. The A13 Bionic chipset is to be expected.

As for the "price tag", it remains the same as last year's which is $749, $999 and $1099 respectively. Should it be true, then the iPhone 11 series could very well start from RM3599 in the Malaysia market.

As usual, do take this news with a pinch of salt since it's just out of pure speculation but what do you think? And are you looking forward to the iPhone 11 series this year? Let's discuss and stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple iPhone 2019 lineup reportedly using frosted glass for advance wireless charging

While most of the Android manufacturers and brands are prepping for the MWC 2019, Apple is also doing their own thing but there's nothing much we know about the new Apple iPhone 2019 lineup until now. But thanks to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, we got some juicy news so here's what we can expect.

According to his research notes, it seems that Apple will still continue with the same old design and three models just like the iPhone lineup last year, this includes the two iPhones using an OLED display of 6.5-inch and 5.8-inch, while the "affordable" one is the 6.1-inch LCD display. Despite this, it seems that there's going to be new glass materials for the body - it's called frosted glass casing and with this, the new iPhone will be able to charge wirelessly (on both sides!) as well as other devices. We aren't sure how reliable it is but we sure it won't underperform. Anyway, here are the other details that he mentioned:

"The new 5.8" OLED may support DSDS, and the new 6.1" LCD may be upgraded to 4GB. All of part of the new models’ main upgrades include Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) for indoor positioning and navigation, frosted glass casing, bilateral wireless charging for charging other devices, upgraded Face ID (with a higher power flood illumination), larger batteries, and triple camera feature (wide, telephoto, and ultra-wide lens)."

Also despite the popularity of Apple users preferring the USB Type-C charging to the Lightning connector, it seems that the new iPhones 2019 lineup will still use the latter, along with the same old notch on top.

A bilateral wireless charging sounds pretty cool but will this put the price tag higher? There's still a long way to go so until then, stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple iPhone 9 series rumours suggest the starting price is ~RM1738

The new Apple iPhone 9 (or SE 2) rumours are steadily gaining steam especially from the recent iOS 14 leaks. There are a few bits of information here and there, but thankfully, @theapplehub managed to collect them and this is what we know so far about the iPhone 9 as well as the iPhone 9 Plus.

Starting with the iPhone 9, rumours have already speculated that Apple could bring back the compact 4.7-inch LCD display and the Touch ID. It's quite powerful too since it's equipped with an A13 Bionic chipset, running on 3GB of RAM in either 64GB or 128GB internal storage. There is also a single 12MP rear camera and with all these simple tech specs, the starting price is $399 (~RM1738).

On the other hand, the iPhone 9 Plus is a new one that was dug from the iOS 14 leak. The plus variant will be more or less the same except that it's bigger with a 5.5-inch LCD display and carrying a dual 12MP + 12MP rear camera. It's also nice to know that the iPhone 9 series has wireless charging available. No words about the battery power capacity on both iPhones.

The iPhone 9 Plus costs $499 (~RM2174) which by all accounts, is still quite a reasonable price for Malaysians and fans of compact smartphones. Should the iPhone 9 series be official, reports have it that the iPhone 8 series and iPhone XR will likely be discontinued.

So what do you think of the iPhone 9 series tech specs? Looks quite good on paper, I'd say. Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple iPhone XR successor rumoured to be 11R with two new colours addition

In 2018, the Apple iPhone XR was the more popular choice when compared with the iPhone XS series. Thanks to its "affordable" price tag and not-too-far tech specs, it certainly gained favour from the consumers and obviously, this calls for a new successor which has no official name yet, but sources say that it will be called iPhone XR2 (or the 11R that was shown on the image, so we are just gonna call it that).

Just as very much like the rumoured and hideous iPhone 11 series rear camera design, the iPhone 11R will look similar in two new colour model addition to the current colour lineup - Sapphire Blue and Lavender with a dual rear camera configuration. Speaking of cameras, the dual rear camera packs a 12MP + 12MP combo where the latter works as a zoom camera with a 2x optical zoom. The front camera will be 12MP on the 6.1-inch display, and there a 3089mAh battery on board with wireless charging support.

It's also speculated that the iPhone 11R will cost $749 (~RM3103) but do take this with a pinch of salt. We will only know the real deal when September comes so stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple iWatch concept render looks great but doesn't seem very realistic

While the Apple iWatch has yet to arrive, or even get any official leaked images, quite a few designers have gone and made their own takes or concept render's of Apple's rumoured smartwatch. Most look very attractive while some seem so realistic that they look very much like how the Apple iWatch could look when it does come out. This next concept render however, is just beautifully attractive and doesn't seem very realistic at all. The designer states tech specs like a Retina display on a circular watch design which definitely looks nice but we have to wonder where or how Apple would stick all the necessary hardware like a battery with this design. We think it very unlikely that this design will get picked up by Apple but you can enjoy it for yourself below nonetheless.


ASUS ZenWatch 2 review - Premium metal Android Wear smartwatch for below RM1000

Most Android Wear smartwatches these days are round and don’t do much more than what Android Wear allows you to do. Granted, you can do a lot more than before but if you’ve already tried out and Android Wear smartwatch, chances are the experience is more or less the same for most devices. Standing out from the growing crowd of round smartwatches is the ASUS ZenWatch 2, which retains its thin, slim and sleek rectangular body with a curved glass touchscreen. Filled with a whole bunch of new gesture driven commands and priced well below RM1000, is the ASUS ZenWatch 2 worth your while? Find out in our full review of the ASUS ZenWatch 2 below.

The first ASUS ZenWatch offered a rectangular build with a curved glass design and the ASUS ZenWatch 2 continues this with a slimmer and smaller look, while adding on a crown side home/power button which looks just like that of a more traditional premium watch. Our review unit was the larger gunmetal version for men (WI501Q) but there are also various other band options such as leather which can be swapped out without having to drop by the watch shop. The ZenWatch 2 feels very solid while the shiny bezels and slightly curved fingerprint-resistant screen adds a bit more class to the already sleek design.

Premium looks and a clear screen even in sunlight for the ASUS ZenWatch 2

The ASUS ZenWatch 2 offers a premium stainless steel metal band with a new crown side button

Like the ZenWatch before it, the ZenWatch 2 is a companion device but this time around it tracks sleep and fitness stats on its own while displaying notifications. Thanks to recent events, it has a lot of different watch faces to choose from and you can even create your own or use your own photos. While it offers Android Wear functionality like using the Google Now feature to dictate or use voice commands, it also has an interesting gesture feature where you can scroll up or down, select an item or go back using the wrist gestures of just one hand, so you can basically control the ZenWatch 2 one-handed.

Straps are interchangeable between the ASUS ZenWatch and ASUS ZenWatch 2

WiFi is the biggest additional tech spec but this can turn off automatically to conserve battery life. If you got the ZenWatch leather version before this, you can swap out the ZenWatch 2 straps on your own. The new crown side button is useful as you can put the watch into cinema mode with a double push, wake it with a press or go back to the home screen. Covering the watch dims the backlight while silencing and hanging up on calls. This time around, the ZenWatch 2 has a magnetic cradle charger for easy and fast charging, unfortunately, it also means that it can get loose rather easily. The iP67 dust and water resistant rating means you can bring it in the rain or for a quick dunk or rinse without any issues.

The ASUS ZenWatch 2 can track your sleep patterns

In terms of look and feel, the ASUS ZenWatch 2 feels as premium as a more traditional metal timepiece. It does not feel like a toy at all and looks like it should fit with any business suit or casual dress with no problems. Battery life has been improved somewhat and you can get about 13 to 15 hours on a single charge with the ZenWatch 2 Always-on feature activated. Turning this off gives you about 30 hours worth of battery life. Vibration is markedly stronger on the ZenWatch 2 but unfortunately (or fortunately for you guys) it doesn’t fit my oversized wrist. Guys without hams for hands should find the ZenWatch 2 a perfect fit and the screen is clear and great to view even in sunlight.

Improved battery life lets the ASUS ZenWatch 2 last longer than a day

Priced officially at RM899, there are few competitors that can match the sleek premium full metal looks and features of the ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q and it should be perfect for your tech-savvy guy who wants a premium smartwatch. Battery life has been improved while the gesture driven features add on a bit more to this device than your normal smartwatch. The slim rectangular design should prove to be an awesome alternative for those who don’t want a round smartwatch while the various customization options should make it great for those who want more options in their smart wearable devices.

*TechNave.com would like to thank ASUS Malaysia for providing us with the ASUS ZenWatch 2 WI501Q smartwatch for this review. It allowed us to do a more in-depth review and highlight more features.


New Apple information about the iPhone X Plus and 6.1-inch iPhone

Apple rumour news seems to be picking up the pace now, KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo is sharing some new research notes about the upcoming 2018 iPhones. We have already read rumours about Apple planning to release three types of iPhones, one is an iPhone X Plus, the other as a 6.1-inch iPhone with an LCD panel. Let's see what else does our favourite analyst has to say.

According to his data, Apple's suppliers - Foxconn, Wistron and Pegatron will be the main assemblers for the 6.1-inch iPhone, Pegatron will be doing most of the allocation (EMS) to 60%, followed by 30% and 10% respectively. The LCD panels will be supplied from Japan Display and rumours have it that the panel has an ultraslim 0.5mm bezels. With this, the new iPhone will have a nearly full-screen design, it's not known if the notch will be there but it will probably still stay.

Aside from that, the battery will be around 2850 - 2950mAh and that's about 8.5% more than the iPhone X. This also means the logic board will be smaller due to the bigger battery and a possibility of its price tag being lower in between $700 - $800. Not to mention, 3D touch could be gone, no dual rear cameras and lesser memory capacity up to 3GB of RAM and 64GB internal storage.

Moreover, the iPhone X Plus will be the premium model, carrying a 6.5-inch panel, memory capacity is bigger too with 4GB of RAM, and a battery pack between 3300 - 3400mAh which is 25% larger. Other than that, he thinks the TrueDepth camera system won't have any changes, but could probably sell well because of the 6.1-inch iPhone.

Converting $700 is around ~RM2710, but that seems a bit too good to be true for the Malaysian market, though, but we will take this with a grain of salt for now. So until then, stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


New Apple patent spotted hints at a cheaper version of the Vision Pro headset

When Apple introduced the Vision Pro headset earlier this month, the consensus was that it was too expensive. At USD 3499 (~RM16000), it's priced out of reach for most people. But sources suggest that a cheaper variant could be in development.

According to Patently Apple, Apple registered a new patent for a head-mounted display (HMD) accessory this week. It allegedly allows an HMD to connect to an iPhone and access virtual or augmented reality content through the device. Moreover, it will feature a more simple design. The patent described it as an accessory that users can insert their iPhones into, which makes it similar to older headsets like the Google Daydream View and Lenovo VR glasses.

While that sounds like you can dock your iPhone to the headset, the patent indicates that the connection will be wireless. Anyway, it sounds like the idea is to remove a bunch of components like the two mobile chipsets and a bunch of sensors to bring down costs. In theory, this should result in a much cheaper mixed-reality headset.

Another thing to note is that the Vision Pro runs on visionOS. On the other hand, this supposed Lite variant connects to an iPhone running iOS. As such, expect some differences like app compatibility. However, cheaper Apple headset is good news for fans with lighter wallets, so we're looking forward to this being brought to reality (pun not intended).

So, what do you think? Would you buy this cheaper Apple mixed-reality headset? Let us know in the comments on our Facebook page, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


New Apple periscope lens patent could be for 2023 iPhone series

Since last year, analysts have been claiming that Apple will add a periscope camera to a future iPhone series. Back in March, it was believed that we might not see any iPhones with it till 2023. Regardless, a new patent for an Apple periscope camera has been spotted.

According to Patently Apple, the Cupertino company has just been granted a patent for a "folded camera" by the USPTO. It mentions the use of a multiple lens system in mobile devices to "capture high resolution, high-quality images at low F numbers". By the way, the F here likely referring to a lens' aperture. Basically, it's describing a periscope camera module.

It was previously rumoured that Apple will equip the 2023 iPhone series with the periscope camera. But the company probably won't limit it to just iPhones, as the patent also mentions "tablet and pad devices". This could mean that Apple is considering adding this to iPads, though it won't be the most practical implementation.

If you're interested in the technical particulars, you can check out the patent document. With that said, how excited are you for an iPhone with a periscope camera? Drop your comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


New Apple smartphones certified on ECC are most likely the iPhone 13 series

A lot of rumours on the Apple iPhone series are far from reliable. One moment you have sources claiming that there won't be a mini variant before another one pops up a few months later denying it. Fortunately, we have product certifications to make things official.

As spotted by Nashville Chatter Class, a few new iPhone devices have been certified by the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). Specifically, iPhones with the model number A2628, A2630, A2634, A2635, A2640, A2643, and A2645 were spotted. It's believed that among these are the iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max. As for the other two, they could be new iPhone SE models or some other device.

Battery components for the iPhone 13 series have also been spotted on China's 3C website recently. Based on the certification, the new iPhones will get a notable increase in battery capacities. This is probably due to the expected upgrade to the chipset and display, which will be a Samsung OLED panel with a max refresh rate of 120Hz.

Apple traditionally launches its latest iPhones in September, though the timing could be delayed like it did last year. Regardless, we still have to wait for a few months before we get some solid news on them. Having said that, would you be upgrading your iPhone this year? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


New Astro Platinum Pack subscribers can now sign up at a discounted price of RM99.99 per month

That's right, folks. The Astro Premium 1, 2 and 3 or Platinum Pack has dropped to RM99.99 per month! The original pricing was RM194.99 and this promotion will go on for six months but that being said, this is only valid for new Astro customers starting today onwards on a first-come-first-serve basis.

For those who don't know, the Premium and Platinum Pack offers a wide range of channels where you can watch live sports events like the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2022. Besides that, there are also other popular channels with the likes of HBO Go, Netflix, Disney+ Hotstar as well as local favourites (Setelah Terlafaznya Akad 2, Muzikal Lawak Superstar S2). At the same time, new Platinum Pack customers will also get extra Sports Add-ons for 2 years, including WWE Network, RugbyPass and Astro Cricket.

New customers can also start streaming on two TV screens simultaneously with 12 months of complimentary access to the Multiroom (Smart TV) app. Just download the app on your Smart TV in another room and you're pretty much set. For more information, you can visit astro.com.my or WhatsApp “Get Astro” now to 03-9543 3838. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


New Astro and Maxis bundled packages released with up to 800Mbps, priced from RM189 per month

Today, Astro (in collaboration with Maxis) have announced three new additional Astro + Broadband content packages for Malaysians which are 300Mbps, 500Mbps, and 800Mbps. With a starting price of RM189, this partnership with Maxis Home Fibre is best suited for those who want high-speed broadband with more connected devices.

According to the website, the packages feature unlimited data, FREE Astro Go, including 40 over Chinese and Sports channels, FREE viewing of videos on demand and allows the owner to stream up to 4 devices. Previously, there were only 30Mbps and 100Mbps which are still available, but these new offers will be even faster for a connected lifestyle for the household, as well as coming with two mesh WiFi devices (500Mbps and 800Mbps only) for improved coverage and strong WiFi signals in every room in the house.

For existing customers who wish to upgrade their current package, they can do so with Astro's special loyalty incentive. By doing so, they will get the new Astro Ultra Box for free which includes 4K UHD, Cloud Recording and a fresh new improved user interface that can provide recommendations based on viewing history.

For more information, you can visit their official website right here to view all the offers. Stay tuned for more Astro news at TechNave.com.


New AudioProtect update rolling out on Grab as a new safety feature

In conjunction with International Women's Day two days ago, Grab Malaysia announced a new AudioProtect feature for the Grab app. Designed to further enhance the safety of its driver-partners and passengers, it's being rolled out in phases starting today.

According to Adelene Foo, Managing Director of Grab Malaysia, AudioProtect offers driver-partners and passengers to have the option to enable audio recordings during rides to prevent incidents. All they have to do is go to the Safety Centre and toggle it on and the "Recording: On" will appear. The safety tool will also help to expedite and resolve any reports that are made to Grab.

Once AudioProtect is activated, audio will be recorded for all future rides where both the passenger and driver-partner have enabled the feature. To disable the feature for all future rides, passengers and driver-partners can toggle AudioProtect ‘Off’ in the Safety Centre or disable the feature in their Account Settings.

To ensure that the communities' data is always protected, Grab Malaysia said that recordings are automatically encrypted on the respective devices, and inaccessible to all parties including Grab unless an official report is made to Grab. Moreover, recordings will be automatically deleted after five days if no reports are made.

That's all, folks. Make sure to update your Grab app to the latest version to receive the new AudioProtect feature. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


New BMW 3 Series Malaysia release - starting from RM283,800

Besides the new BMW CE 04 electric scooter, BMW Malaysia also introduced three updated variants of the BMW 3 Series - the BMW 320i M Sport, the BMW 330i M Sport and the BMW 330e M Sport. These new cars are now available in Malaysia, being sold as two petrol variants and one plug-in hybrid variant.

With a redesigned and modernized look, the new BMW 3 Series is complemented by 18-inch M light alloy wheels Double-spoke style 848 M Bicolour with staggered tyres. As part of the standard M Sport Package, it also features the M designation on the side profile, along with M Sport Suspension for both the petrol variants, while the New BMW 330e M Sport will arrive with the Adaptive M Suspension.

The new BMW 320i M Sport houses an inline four-cylinder engine that delivers a maximum of 184 hp (135 kW) and 300 Nm of torque, accelerating the sedan from a standstill to 100 km/h in just 7.4 seconds with a top speed capped at 235 km/h. For the new BMW 330i M Sport, its inline four-cylinder engine delivers a maximum of 258 hp (190 kW) and 400 Nm of torque, 0 – 100 km/h is achieved in just 5.8 seconds while top speed is capped at 250 km/h.

On the other hand, the plug-in hybrid powertrain of the new BMW 330e M Sport brings a maximum combined output of 292 hp (215 kW) and 420 Nm of torque, with an electric motor that delivers 109 hp (80 kW) and 265 Nm of torque on its own. This allows for a century sprint time of 5.8 seconds, while the top speed is capped at 230 km/h (electric top speed is capped at 140 km/h). As standard, the new BMW 3 Series variants all come equipped with an eight-speed Steptronic Sport transmission.

Finally, the BMW 320i M Sport is the car that costs RM283,800, followed by the BMW 330e M Sport and BMW 330i M Sport for RM298,800 and RM317,800 respectively. Owners of the new BMW 3 Series will receive the complete BMW Group Malaysia Premium Ownership experience which includes:

What do you think of the new BMW 3 Series? Let us know in the comments below. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


New Bay of Bengal Gateway System gives Malaysia alternate Internet routing to Europe

If you surf mainly European website or content, Telekom Malaysia just announced that the Bay of Bengal Gateway (BBG) submarine cable system is now live. This new cable promises better data transmission towards Europe.

The gateway is owned by a multi-company, multi-country consortium which includes Sri Lanka’s Dialog Axiata, UAE’s Etisalat, Oman’s Omantel, India’s Reliance Jio Infocomm, and UK’s Vodafone, as well as Telekom Malaysia. It spans 8000KM, and with a bandwidth of 100Gbps, the cable lands at Penang in Malaysia.

Apart from completing interconnection between global internet cable systems, the gateway is also TM’s alternate connection to Europe, so that it can help in managing traffic congestion as it serves as additional capacity for the company for data heading there.


New Beats by Dre audio products to appear alongside Apple iPhone 7

Apple iPhone 7 is just a mere five days away, and we just can't really wait to see if the rumours match up what tricks they have up their sleeves. That being said, aside from the confirmed date, Apple is also planning to unveil a new Beats by Dre audio product. And yes, the headphone and earphone are coming in pink.

This is actually the first time that Apple is making an announcement about Beats by Dre, it seems that the audio products will adopt Lightning connectors for the new flagships. At the same time, a new set of "AirPods" earbuds are also developed for the iPhone 7 series that are not related to Beats by Dre, rumours have it that the earbuds are completely wireless with no connective cord between the earpieces, like Bragi Dash; as well as having it inside the box without having to purchase them elsewhere.

Are you a fan of Beats? Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


3 OPPO products will be coming in Conan Limited Edition soon

A few weeks ago, OPPO Malaysia had released the OPPO Reno5 5G and OPPO Reno5 F Limited Edition across Malaysia. According to sources, the company will be releasing the OPPO Reno6 Pro+ Conan Limited Edition on 28 July.

Besides that, the company will release the wireless earbuds Enco Free2 and OPPO Watch 2 in Conan limited edition as well. On the other hand, we know that the Reno6 Pro+ will come with a red phone case with a lanyard and toy attachment. Well, we think these limited edition products will be available in the China market.

The OPPO Reno6 Pro+ Conan Limited Edition

Will you get one of these products if it is launch in the Malaysian market? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


ASUS ZenWatch 2 unboxing video

The ASUS ZenWatch 2 have three different prices because of the straps that comes with it. One includes a rubber strap (RM649), leather strap (RM699) or a metallic strap (RM899). The core sports a 1.2GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 processor, 512MB RAM, 4GB storage and a choice of 1.64-inch 320x320 AMOLED display for Him and a smaller 1.45-inch display for Her, both are also iP67 water resistant and featuring 2.5D curved Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection. So which one did we get? Check out our unboxing video below to find out!


New Bose Single-Branded Store is now open in 1 Utama, Kuala Lumpur

Audiophiles, this one's for you. If you’ve been dying to try out Bose items here in Malaysia, a Bose Single Branded Store is now open in 1 Utama, Petaling Jaya. The store is unique, allowing customers fully experience their devices including the speakers in the “Demo Room” to have the full “Bose Experience”.

If you’re interested in giving the store a visit, you can find it in Lot S336, 2nd Floor, 1 Utama Shopping Center. Noriko Sdn Bhd is Bose’s premium reseller here in Malaysia. I’m no audiophile but I absolutely love seeing the clean interior of the store showing off the Bose products. Check out the photos of the store and the Demo Room below. Will you be paying the store a visit soon? For the latest tech news and happenings in Malaysia, make sure to follow TechNave.com!

The Bose "Demo Room" for the full "Bose Experience"

These aren't normal earphones. These play white sound and lull you to sleep


New Bose TWS leaked, confirmed to be QuietComfort Earbuds

True wireless earbuds have become a major trend in recent months and Bose also has a few good models. The company hasn't launched one since 2017, but it seems like there will soon be new TWS earbuds. A new leak has revealed that the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds is on the way and that it's a high-end model with advance features.

According to the leaked video, the QuietComfort Earbuds will come with "the world’s most effective noise cancelling". Presumably, this is referring to active noise-cancelling, which has always been a speciality for Bose QuietComfort headphones. From the descriptions in the video, it could also have Hi-Res Audio support and strong bass.

In terms of design, the interior of the earbuds will have "breakthrough acoustic innovations". It will also have a custom-designed microphone array, StayHear Max tips, and will have sweat and water resistance. The earbuds will also have a battery life of 6 hours, though that could be without the ANC activated. Also, the battery capacity for the charging case was not mentioned.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds may be a bit pricey at a rumoured USD 279 (~RM1164), but the company has a solid reputation in audio products so it could be worth it. What do you think, would you be interested in getting one of these? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


New CNY Add Ongs from Xpax

Hey everyone! Did you know? In conjunction with the upcoming Chinese New Year, Xpax has decided to "Add Ongs" more data just for you? That's right, originally 1GB / 10GB for Late Night Internet (1am - 7am), Facebook and YouTube, the data are now doubled to 2GB / 20GB for the same RM1 daily / RM7 weekly price!

When does it start? Well, it has already started since 16 January and will end on 28 February 2017! To add on to that, if you subscribe to the RM50 Monthly Internet Plan, you will have RM8 FREE credit for the upcoming festive season through the Xpax app!

So what are you waiting for? Hurry up and grab the latest Xpax prepaid plan from your nearest store or their website to "Add Ongs"! Huat ah!!!


New Call of Duty Black Ops game currently in development?

Based on a statement by techradar, it seems that there will be a Call of Duty Black Ops game coming soon. While not much is known in regards to the game, a Doritos promotional campaign may have hinted that the game will most likely be called Call Of Duty Black Ops Cold War.

In addition to that, it seems that Treyarch will be working closely with Raven Software to produce a more multiplayer-focused Call of Duty game similar to that of Black Ops 4. With that said, it might also follow the same format where the game will not have a campaign and instead feature a bunch of solo missions the players play through.

With all that said, would you be interested in playing the upcoming Call of Duty Black Ops game? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


New Canon PowerShot G5 X Mark II, PowerShot G7 X Mark III and RF24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM zoom lens coming to Malaysia soon

Just yesterday, Canon Marketing Malaysia has announced two new digital compact cameras which are the PowerShot G5 X Mark II, PowerShot G7 X Mark III, as well as its first entry-level RF24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM zoom lens (24mm-240mm, 10x zoom), they are scheduled to come into Malaysia soon. Although there is no official date and price yet, we got a handful of tech specs information so let's get started.

Continuing the series' focus on speed, quality and lightweight usage, the PowerShot G5 X Mark II and PowerShot G7 X Mark III are powered by Canon's DIGIC 8 Processor with a 1-inch stacked CMOS sensor, which allows the cameras to perform faster on autofocus and yet producing a better clear and crisp shot in most conditions. In addition to that, they are accompanied by a newly designed f/1.8- 2.8 lenses with 24-120mm focal range (5x zoom) and a 24-100mm focal range (4.2x zoom) respectively.

The pre-shot setting is also improved, as it can start shooting at 0.5 seconds before you press the shutter button. With that, it's capable of taking 30 shots per second in RAW burst mode and 20FPS in JPEG so taking fast moving objects isn't going to be a problem. Amazingly, they also managed to integrate a panoramic mode in the camera as well and of course, the cameras can capture 4K movies without cropping. It supports WiFi and Bluetooth Low Energy connectivity too.

Then on to the new entry-level RF24-240mm f/4-6.3 IS USM zoom lens, it's Canon's first 10x optical high-magnification zoom lens with a 35mm full-frame compatible RF mount. From capturing landscapes to close-up shots, it only weighs 750g making it lightweight for its class when paired with a camera. It also features a Nano USM focus drive system, an Optical Image Stabilisation (OIS) and Dynamic IS, this will allow the photographer to capture most of the shots needed even at night and low-light environments, as well as shooting a video without a gimbal.

For more information about the PowerShot G5 X Mark II, PowerShot G7 X Mark III and the RF24-240mm f/4-6.3 OIS USM zoom lens, you may click on the links below to check them out. Stay tuned for more Canon news at TechNave.com.


New Canon mid-range DSLR EOS 80D released with 24.2MP sensor for $1199

A new mid-range DSLR from Canon was released yesterday -  the EOS 80D as a new successor to the EOS 70D with some improved features such as the 24.2MP sensor, the AF system, image processing engine, WiFi and NFC add-ons, a 7560 RGB + infrared metering system and a broadder ISO range of 100-16000 (expandable to 51200). It will start in the USA first with $1199 (around RM5072, body only), and also a bundle set with the new EF-S18-135mm f/3.5-5.6 IS USM lens for $1799 (around RM7611).

Speaking of the new lens, it is the first to feature a new Nano Ultra-Sonic Motor focusing system for truly silent and quick focusing. The super zoom lens has a built-in new optic that can go up to 2.5x faster on the wide end (18mm) and 4.3x faster when fully extended to 135mm focal length. Shake reduction is refined as well in the underlying glass, which should provide up to 4-stops. The lens itself cost $599 (around RM2531).

On the other hand, the EOS 80D does not feature the 4K video recording capability. But videographers can now quickly tune their lens zoom in with two modes – slow mode and fast mode; the slow mode can limit the motion to 9.5 to 14 seconds, whereas the fast mode can go up to 2.4 seconds. What's more, the broaden ISO range for video recording can go up to 12800 (expandable to 25600).

We are not sure when it will arrive in Malaysia, but we will let you know once we do. If you want to learn more about the DSLR, visit their official website to check it out.


New Canon printers launched, as the company celebrates 20 years as the number one printer in Malaysia

Since 1996, Canon has been picked as Malaysia’s No. 1 Inkjet Printer brand – making this year its 20th consecutive selection by customers around the nation. In conjunction with the celebration Canon Marketing (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd launched a total of 13 new printers in five of its printer model ranges. Designed with exciting new features, these models are targeted for use in homes, SOHO and government or large corporations.

Equipped with the latest innovative enhancements, users can now opt for new models from Canon’s PIXMA Ink Efficient E & G series printers, PIXMA All-in-One Photo Printer, MAXIFY Business Inkjet printers, and imageCLASS Laser printers which present heightened performance and functionality to meet users’ evolving printing needs.

“Achieving the 20 consecutive years as the No 1 inkjet printer in Malaysia is indeed a significant and very meaningful milestone for Canon. We thank all our users who have consistently chosen Canon as their preferred choice. As a brand, Canon is mindful that we must establish touchpoints with our users; not just from a technology standpoint with products that have features to address their respective printing needs but also supporting them with excellent customer service experience. Canon will continue to invest our resources in ensuring we remain top of the game in the inkjet printer business,” said Andrew Koh, President and Chief Executive Officer of Canon Marketing (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd


New Casio EXILIM EX-ZR5000 with 19mm Super-Wide-Angle Zoom Lens to land in Malaysia for RM1949

Models showcasing the Casio EXILIM EX-ZR5000

Today, when Casio Malaysia Sdn Bhd introduced the Casio EX-FR200, they also introduced a new EXILIM family member of digital camera - the Casio EXILIM EX-ZR5000. Delivering new uses and new ways to enjoy digital photoshooting, it features a 19mm super-wide-angle lens that takes expansive perspective for users to enjoy. Available soon at the end of October, it will cost RM1949 in Malaysia.

Packing a 1/1.7-inch CMOS 12.76MP camera sensor + f/2.7 aperture, one of the main features that the digital camera has is the 19mm super-wide-angle lens. What this does is that the lens is able to capture wide landscapes in full background even when in taking selfies or wefies. Plus, thanks to the zoom feature based on super-resolution technology, the camera can maintain high-resolution image quality up to a 10x zoom equivalent.

The compact camera also offers a Wide View Photo mode which produces zoom to wide angle animations from still images. Meaning that in that mode, it automatically creates a zoom to wide angle animation by capturing both a zoomed-in still image and zoomed-out wide-angle still image. To add on to that, the zoom angle can still track the original position even when the camera is shifted. As for the animations, it's used to provide a different impression by revealing the background.

The front view, the LCD screen is rotatable

The top with the power button, shutter, and mode selection

Battery life can last up to 2 hours 25 minutes if used for Continuous Movie Recording Time in FHD

Likewise, like the EX-FR200 camera, it also has a Highlight Movie and Photo mode to create a movie or photo collage taken on that specific day. Additionally, a self-proclaimed "selfie" digital camera is not complete without a Make-Up mode inside the system to give the user that ideal look he or she wants, user are able to share their pictures taken to their smartphone via Bluetooth Smart connection.

For more information about the product, kindly visit their website to check it out.


New Celcom EasyPhone plan for customers to own Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ for as low as RM145 per month

With the following official launch this morning of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8+ today, customers can now purchase the new flagships from Celcom with EasyPhone programme with a starting price of RM145 per month. EasyPhone is a new 24-month installment plan from Celcom for customers to own the flagships for both new subcribers and current Celcom users (note - Celcom users must be on postpaid plans to be eligible).

It will start with RM145 and RM165 per month respectively, but without device protection included. To add on the device protection, customers will have to fork out an additional RM30 which becomes RM175 and RM195 per month respectively. Besides that, customers who doesn't want the EasyPhone plan can still get the flagships with FIRST Platinum and FIRST Gold Plus plan. Prices are as it follows in the images below.

FIRST Gold and FIRST Platinum plans for the Galaxy S8 and S8+

Lucky customers will receive a mystery box when purchasing the Galaxy flagships worth RM888

In addition, those who wants to be on board with the EasyPhone plan will get to enjoy free Uber rides via Uber app to the nearest participation Blue Cubes, granted with Priority Lanes service between 5 May - 7 May 2017. Also, they will be getting Celcom's Lightning Fast LTE network using 4x4 multiple input and multiple output (MIMO) from the 4-transmit-4-receiver (4T4R) technology next month (unknown exact date), enabling subscribers to reach beyond 400Mbps speed.

For more information, kindly visit any of the links below to check out their packages and price plans of the Galaxy S8 and S8+.


New Celcom Xpax Internet plans along with Xpax Youth officially launched, offers 50% more Internet

Celcom have officially launched their new Xpax plans including their Xpax Postpaid, Xpax Prepaid along with Xpax Youth which is designed exclusively for consumers aged 25 years old and below while offering 50% more Internet. Accessible via the new Celcom Life app, the Xpax Starter Pack offers 10GB Basic Internet for free, RM6 preloaded credit and 300 MB Internet activation Bonus for a validity of 5 days at just RM10. The starter pack also lets users choose one free monthly freebie including 10GB of Facebook, 10GB of Instagram, 3GB of YouTube or Unlimited High Speed WhatsApp, WeChat and Twitter.

The Xpax Youth Monthly Internet plans start from 15GB at RM50 to 22.5GB at RM79 and is available in Xpax Postpaid or Xpax Prepaid with FREE Unlimited calls to five friends on Celcom. Those going for Xpax Postpaid will get a 50% discount on selected devices including an iPhone 6 via EasyPhone installments from as low as RM29 a month. Xpax Youth Freebies include 100GB Super Video Wall on your Birthday via the Celcom Life app.

Enhanced Xpax Internet plans offer a Daily Plan (2GB - RM3 | 4GB - RM5 | FREE Unlimited Music Walla), a Weekly Plan (500MB - RM6 | 2GB - RM10 | 5GB - RM19 | FREE Unlimited Music Walla + iFlix premium access) and a Monthly Plan (5GB - RM30 | 10GB - RM50 | 15GB - RM79 + 15GB Video Walla | FREE Unlimited Late Night YouTube [1AM - 7am] + FREE Unlimited Music Walla + iFlix premium access).

For a limited time, New Xpax consumers will get an RM5 boost credit while new Xpax Port-in customers will get 1GB of High Speed Internet every month for 12 months. There will also be triple quota for Xpax weekly or monthly plans and triple quota for add-on purchases. Check out the Celcom site for more information.


ASUS ZenWatch 3 (international) unboxing and hands-on video

Thanks to the good folks at ASUS Malaysia we managed to get some time with the international version (so it doesn't have the standard 3-pin adapter) of the upcoming ASUS ZenWatch 3. Featuring a round face with shiny gold bezel this Android Wear based smartwatch offers gesture-driven commands and a metallic water resistant body. The most interesting feature however, is the fact that it has the ability to playback music direct from the watch. Check it out below:

No Malaysia release dates yet but we assume that this is the set going to be sent for SIRIM certification. This should mean that we'll be seeing the Malaysian version of the ZenWatch 3 fairly soon. Again, no Malaysia price details but we as we mentioned in the video, it is estimated to be around RM1K.


New Chrome OS update adds personalised lock-screens and faster sign-in

Chromebooks are probably not what most of you would use. But they're ultra affordable if all you need is a computer for productivity. That's why it's great to see new updates like Chrome OS 88, which adds a few new features to the platform.

According to Google, you will no longer be limited to passwords for logging in to websites. The update adds a new Web Authentication (WebAuthn) feature that lets you sign in with a PIN or use fingerprint ID. This can be the same one you use to sign-in to your Chromebook. However, this only works for websites that support WebAuthn. So far, Google has mentioned that it works for Dropbox, GitHub, and Okta.

Besides that, Chrome OS 88 can also turn your Chromebook into an impromptu smart display. Rather than a blank screen when it's not in use, your Chromebook's display can now be used to show your photo gallery, the current weather, the calendar, and more. You can enable that in your Chromebook by going to Screen Saver under Personalization.

Of course, we still think that there's more that Google can do to make Chromebooks more valuable than budget Windows laptops. But with that said, in what situation would you prefer a Chromebook over a Windows laptop? Drop your comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news.


New Chrome security update now notifies you if your password is compromised on Android and iOS

Yup, you read that right. This new Chrome web browser update can now offer New Password Protections and alert you if they have been compromised. Available for both Android and iOS platforms, here's how the new feature works on your smartphone.

If you want to check for any possible compromised passwords, the Chrome system will send you a list of your usernames and passwords to Google via a special encryption form. This allows Google to check the list of credentials if they are compromised, but the system won't be able to obtain any of your username or password while doing so. Should your password get compromised, Chrome will notify you and will take you directly to change your password immediately.

On the other hand, there are other improvements for both Android and iOS. For Android, Safe Browsing is enabled for desktop surfing against phishing, malware, and other suspicious sites. And finally for iOS, Password Filling is also improved by introducing a biometric authentication (Touch ID or Face ID, phone passcode too) before auto-filling passwords.

To read the full details, you can visit Google's blog site here to check it out. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


New ClockFace app for Samsung Galaxy owners to choose new clock designs

Are you tired of the same old clock and look from your Always On Display? There's an app called ClockFace which is part of Samsung Electronics' Good Lock 2018 UI app that allows Samsung Galaxy owners to customize their phones. That's the good news, the bad news? It's only available in the USA, UK, Australia, Canada, Singapore, and South Korea for now. But hey, if you're adventurous enough, you can always try it out.

As long as you have the latest Android 8.0 Oreo with Samsung Experience 9.0, your Galaxy phone is good to go with the ClockFace app that has around 30 different clock styles for your Always On Display. Not only you get to choose unique clock designs, but it's also said that you can change the colours too to your preference or the colour of your wallpaper.

If that sounds cool, you can actually head over to this website (with caution) to download and install the APK file from Sammobile.com. After that, below are the steps for your guide:

To use the new clock styles from ClockFace, download and install its APK file from our database, then follow the steps below.

1. Go to Settings -> Lock screen and security. Make sure you have Always On Display turned on for this.

2. If your Always On Display is not turned on yet, just toggle it on. When all set, go to Clock and Dagger FaceWidgets -> Clock style

3. You will probably see a lot of different clock styles, but just skip it to the last one that is highlighted in the screenshot above.

4. After entering, you will see a bunch of new clock style designs from the ClockFace app, then just choose the ones you like and tap Apply on the top right.

5. Lastly, the screen will transport you to the Always On Display menu. Tap Done on the top right and you're all set. Seems easy enough.

Whenever you want to change it again, just repeat the steps and you should be fine. If you would like to wait for Malaysia's version, we think it's probably best to sit it out and wait. Until then, have fun exploring and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


New Crash Bandicoot game launching on Android and iOS devices next year

If you’re a big fan of Crash Bandicoot, you’ll be pleased to know that the game developer King plans to release Crash Bandicoot: On the Run! on both Android and iOS devices next year. While there is no official news on the exact release date, we do know that it is now available for pre-order at selected app stores.

To go into more detail, the game is basically an endless runner with weapon crafting and base-building in order to fight against Neo Cortex. If you want to find out more information, you can head over to King’s YouTube channel to watch the trailer for the Crash Bandicoot: On the Run!

Would you be interested in trying out the new game by King? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


New Dell Embedded Box PCs coming to Malaysia soon in July

Starting at the end of July, Dell will be releasing its first purpose-built industrial PC (IPC) products, Embedded Box PC 3000 Series and 5000 Series, aimed at taking the embedded PC market mainstream. Dell’s Embedded Box PCs are fanless and can be used “headless” or with keyboard, mouse and monitor. Flexible and powerful, with extensive wired and wireless input/output (I/O) options, they run on Intel processors.

The 3000 Series is powered by Intel Atom processors and designed for space-constrained applications, such as retail kiosks, automated vending devices and vehicles.

The 5000 Series is optimized for performance and I/O scalability. Powered by Intel Core processors, it includes two PCI/PCIe card slots for adaptability. It provides high-bandwidth ideal for industrial PC and IoT use cases (multi-HD video streaming apps and high-frequency sensor data sources) as well as manufacturing and automation control.

Other features also include Operating temperature range from 0°C to 50°C,designed to MIL-STD 810G specifications, DIN-rail, VESA, or wall mount options. 5-year lifecycle and OEM-ready options, Global availability with Dell Support and Deployment services, and compatible with Microsoft Windows 7 Pro, Windows 7 Embedded, Windows 10 Pro* and Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB and Ubuntu Desktop operating systems.

“Customers have consistently told us that the current embedded solutions do not meet the level of cost-effective sophistication, scale and support they need for these to be a critical, reliable component of their operations,” said Ricky Chan, Sales Engineering Director, Dell OEM, Asia-Pacific and Japan. “Along with our new embedded products that can be ordered in quantities from one to thousands, Dell will bring our established business heritage to this new market: global scale, end-to-end IT and OT security portfolio, strong customization and award-winning service and support.”

According to a Technavio study, embedded computing is now everywhere. The embedded systems market was valued at more than US$11 billion in 2014 and is expected to reach US$23.10 billion in 2019, growing at a CAGR of almost 15 percent. Organic growth is being fuelled by falling component costs, improved power efficiencies, increasing business ROI needs and demand from the IoT.

As for price, there's no official word yet as there's still one and a half months to go. Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


New Dell 'edgeless' laptop may appear in CES 2017

CES 2017 is coming real soon on 5 January 2017 (USA timezone) and Dell may have already revealed what they have in stored for the event, the edgeless 13-inch Dell XPS 31 2-in-1 laptop, and it's not just any regular laptop but a hybrid one.

Being "edgeless" means the bezel on the sides are narrow and almost unnoticeable, which is a popular trend these days among smartphone devices. And like all trendy convertible 2-in-1 laptops, the new XPS won't be an exception coming in a sleek body, touchscreen display of 3200 x 1800 resolution and powerful hardware (7th Generation Intel Core i5-7Y54 or a 7th Generation Core i7-7Y75 processor), battery life is said to last up to 15 hours just after a full charge,

Price is listed $999 (around RM4488), you can also check out the rest of the specifications on their website. Until then, stay tuned for the upcoming CES 2017 news at Technave.com!


New Dell laptop lineup and XPS Tower introduced with VR system feature

Today, with Alienware celebrating its 20th anniversary this year and introduced the all-new Alienware 17, 15, 13, and the Alienware Aurora Desktop, Dell were also present at the event showcasing their new notebooks as well, namely the Dell Inspiron 15 5000 Laptop, Inspiron 15 7000 Gaming and the XPS Tower. Below are some of the products' information.

Coming in a wide array of colours such as Sparkling white, Midnight Blue, Fog Nigh, Matte Gray, Black, Bali Blue, Tango Red and Cosmic Purple. This laptop features an optional FHD display as well as an optional touch. On the 15-inch FHD touch screen, there's also an optional infrared camera with Windows Hello for security purpose.

Other than that, it has the latest Intel 7th Gen Core i7 processors, plenty of storage and optional discrete graphics for individuals and families who shares the laptop.

For those who are more on the gaming side, they can check out the Inspiron 15 7000 gaming laptop as it comes with a dedicated forward and rearward thermal outlets that are the first clue to the system's capabilities to handle demanding graphic games. Behind the laptop, lies the extra-capacity heat exchangers connected by an oversized piping to dual cooling fans with high-efficiency blade pitch - engineered specifically to handle Intel 6th Gen H-series quad-core mobile memory.

On the battery power pack, it has a deep-reserve 74 watt-hour battery that allows gamers to keep the game going longer than lesser capacity designs in the market.

Moving on, the XPS Tower and XPS Tower Special Edition desktops give consumers the power to take advantage of its intensive applications like video editing, HD video playback, multitasking, VR and extreme gaming. It's equipped with the latest 6th Gen Intel Core processors up to i7 quad-core and overclockable K-SKU options and up to 64GB DDR4 memory, along with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080, which is the most advanced gaming GPU ever created; powered by an energy-efficient new NVIDIA Pascal architecture. It also features Intel Smart response Technology, which gives you a large storage capacity of a hard drive.

With a VR-ready XPS Tower, the XPS Tower Special Edition configurations give an ideal VR experience with either the HTC Vive or Oculus Rift.

Both the Inspiron 15 5000 (5567) and XPS Tower are now available for RM1999 (7th Gen Core i3) and RM3699 (6th Gen Core i5). The Inspiron 15 7000 (7566) will cost RM3499 and will come in November, all prices are inclusive of GST.