Samsung Galaxy S Review

Here is the Samsung Galaxy S Review where we take a look at the Android Phone from Samsung with a Huge 4 inch SuperAMOLED Display , 1GHz CPU , 5 MP Camera , HD Video Recording and a lot more.

The Samsung Galaxy S is a monoblock touchscreen phone and measures in at 122.4*64.2*9.9mm. A glance at the measurements and you know this phone is sleek. While the handset is wider and taller than most touchscreens, it is not too large for a phone with a 4” screen. The phone weighs in at 119 grams which is quite light considering all the stuff fitted into the phone.

The main reason for it being so light is that there are no metal parts used for the phone. Everything is glossy plastic. The battery cover, the front surface etc. But the build quality of the phone is not compromised due to the use of plastic.

The phone is basically black in colour. The battery cover however has a unique dotted pattern in blue. This gives the phone a trendy look however it’s done in a way that it’s not too flashy. The phone is a fingerprint magnet as in the case of any touchscreen phone. There have been rumours about a white version of the Samsung Galaxy S making its way into the markets.

The screen is definitely the best thing about the Samsung Galaxy S. The 4” Super AMOLED screen with capacitive technology is a treat just to look at. It displays upto 16 million colours and has a resolution of 480x800 pixels. The sheer contrast and brightness of the screen will amaze you. The only other screen that can be compared is the retina display of the Apple iPhone 4. All the other screens just can’t compete.

An accelerometer takes care of the auto-rotations. Multi-touch inputs are supported. The proximity sensor turns the display on/off during calls. The sensitivity of the screen is brilliant and the slightest of touches are recognised. The sunlight legibility is very good thanks to the Super AMOLED technology due to the reduced glare and increase in brightness.. The viewing angles are also great.

On the front, the three keys on the bottom are the touch sensitive menu and back/return keys which are on either side of the Home button. All three buttons have good feedback and sensitivity. The one thing missing on the right side is the camera shutter key and this is one disadvantage about the Samsung Galaxy S.We feel the volume keys could have been slightly more raised rather than making it flush into the casing. The 3.5mm Jack and the micro-USB port are situated on top. The micro-USB port is protected by a neat sliding plastic cover while the 3.5mm jack remains uncovered.

The reception on the Samsung Galaxy S is brilliant. No issues with the coverage was noticed. The earpiece has good audio quality with very little or minimal distortion. Loudness to is sufficient for most cases but can be a bit feeble in very noisy surroundings such as places with loud music etc.

The keypad used for dialling is large and quite user friendly. Smart dial helps you to make calls easily by giving you suggestions according to your input just like search boxes do. The proximity sensor turns off the display when you hold it next to your ear thus eliminating inputs by mistake and also help to save battery life.

The messaging application organises your messages into threads which are separated on the basis of the person to whom you send or receive the text from. We feel the thread system keeps messages more organised and makes it easier to search for messages.Messages can be entered using the virtual QWERTY keyboard which is available both in portrait as well as landscape modes. Swype helps you to type quicker by eliminating the need to take your fingers off the screen.

As with most smartphones available today, the Samsung Galaxy S is equipped with every connectivity feature in the book. The vast connectivity options include GPRS, Wi-Fi, EDGE, 3G, HSDPA, micro-USB and Bluetooth 3.0. It is one of the first phones to sport the new version of Bluetooth which gives faster transfer rates and more coverage while consuming lesser battery life. The micro-USB transfer rates are very fast and files of big capacities were copied easily without hesitations.

There are two models of the Samsung Galaxy S which provide either 8GB or 16GB of internal memory. The memory can be expanded further by an additional 32GB using the micro-SD card slot. The phone also has 512MB of RAM and 2GB of ROM.

The Samsung Galaxy S does extremely well in the music department both in terms of hardware as well as software. The loudspeaker on the device is brilliant in terms of the quality of output. There is little distortion even at maximum volume. But the loudness isn’t at the top of the charts. The only let down is that location of the speaker. You also get various other tweaks and options such as the 5.1 surround effect, the equalizers and sound effects.The music player is also brilliant. It is not the usual one that comes on other Android devices but a version that has been tweaked by Samsung and it will take your breath away.

The Samsung Galaxy S supports every format that you put into it be it mp4, wmv, DivX, XviD, mkv etc. Although bigger mkv files might not be recognised at times. It is the only Android powered handset to support so many formats and together with it’s massive 4” Super AMOLED screen, you could keep watching videos on it forever.

We even managed to play HD Ready 1280*720 pixels videos on the phone and it should come as no surprise given the fact that it has HD Ready Video Recording.

The Samsung Galaxy S is equipped with a 5 Megapixel camera with Auto-focus, Touch-focus, smile and face detection and Geo-tagging. Surprisingly the camera does not come with a flash, not even an LED flash. This is one of the very few drawbacks of the device.

While we are fine with the resolution of the camera, the image quality is poorer than we expected. The lack of a flash aggravates the situation. Night time photography is out of the question. But during daytime, it does the job.Video recording on the other hand is quite good. It offers HD Ready 1280*720 pixels video recording at 30 fps (Frames per second).  The video quality is one of the best that can be found on handsets currently .

The Samsung Galaxy S is equipped with a massive 1500 mAh Battery.  Samsung claims it to have a standby time of 750 hours using 2G and 576 hours using 3G. Talk time is rated at 13 hours 30 minutes on 2G and 6 hours 30 minutes on 3G.In reality too the Samsung Galaxy S has great battery life. It exceeded our expectations. You could get 2 days of battery life easily even with heavy usage. We tried everything from music, videos, camera, applications, web browsing etc when we got it and the battery still lasted around 1 and half days which is very good for current high-end phones.

The phone runs on Android 2.1 OS with a Samsung  Touch Wiz 3.0 UI. The default Android Live Wallpapers are available and there are also a few from Samsung. The 7 Home screens are customizable with Widgets – Samsung and Android. You can choose from up to 4 Fonts. We liked the Default Font the most. You can download access apps from Samsung Apps and the Android  market.

The browser is similar to the stock Android browser with minor tweaks. You can browse up to 8 Windows at a time. There is Tap-to-zoom and Multi-touch, although not a smooth as on the iPhone it is certainly usable. Pages load pretty fast and the huge display makes reading a pleasurable experience.

Samsung Galaxy S has turned out to be what we feel is the best Android phone in the market. Its good as a business phone, a multimedia phone etc. It does have a few drawbacks but maybe just one major drawback and no phone is perfect anyway. The only department where it needs quite a big improvement is imaging. It rocks in every other department.Anyway we feel that this phone will be worth every cent you spend and you’ll love it.


Android 5.1 Lollipop update officially announced

Google has officially announced the Android 5.1 Lollipop update for better stability, performance and a few new features. These features include built-in support for multiple SIM cards which is good news for those dual SIM users out there, a Device Protection feature for better security and hopefully some closure with your lost Android device and High Definition Voice. More on Device Protection, this feature allows your stolen device to stay locked until you sign in to your Google account even after you do a factory reset. Most Android devices should support it but it will definitely be available on the Nexus 6 and Nexus 9. High Definition voice calling on the other hand, increases audio clarity for voice calls. Other notable feature updates include a Wi-fi networks and Bluetooth Quick Settings icons. No specific Malaysia release dates but we should get more info as the respective device manufacturers roll out their Android 5.1 Lollipop updates.


Samsung Galaxy S vs iPhone 4 Specs


Samsung Galaxy S10 5.8" may not be called 'Lite'

We’re only a month away from Samsung’s Unpacked 2019 and many rumours are already surfacing on the internet about the smartphone. The latest one comes from GSMArena where an unnamed Samsung rep working on the devices mentioned that the lowest spec Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphone may not be called ‘Lite’. These smartphones are set to be released on the 8th of March.

In addition, they claimed that the smartphone will come in 3 variants, all with the same chipset and memory. Only the highest spec variant of the device, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ may come with a whopping 12GB of RAM and 1TB internal storage. It may also sport a triple rear camera setup with a dual selfie camera. The standard version of the phone may have a triple rear camera setup as well whereas the 5.8” version of the device may only have two cameras.

Rumoured photo of the Samsung Galaxy S10

Design-wise, the tipster leaked that the colour option will come in the usual Black, a pearly looking White and Sea Green. There may be extra colour options for certain models of the Samsung Galaxy S10 such as Blue and Yellow.

As expected, the Samsung Galaxy S10 may be installed with the One UI and we’re glad to hear that they kept jack aboard the ship still (if you missed the joke, it's the 3.5mm headphone jack, not Jack from Titanic). However, do take this info with a dose of salt as we wait for the official announcement of the Samsung Galaxy S10 on the 20th of February. Seriously though, how much memory is too much memory though? For the latest Samsung Galaxy S10 news and rumours, there’s no better place to find them than on TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy S10 5G will go on sale on the 5th of April

With the commencement and trials of 5G around the globe, Samsung’s news couldn’t have been timed better. The Samsung Galaxy S10 5G is due to hit shelves on the 5th of April in South Korea with no pre-order program.

The device is speculated to be priced at 1.5 million won (~RM5382) and has only passed signal verification tests at the National Research Agency in South Korea earlier this week. Globally, the device may be sold through various network carriers. In the USA, the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G will be carried by Verizon who will be launching their 5G network on the 11th of April. For the UK, O2 will be distributing the device to London, Edinburg and Cardiff later in 2019.

As for Malaysia, we are expecting to see trials for 5G in Putrajaya and Cyberjaya starting next month with Maxis and even Celcom hopping on the bandwagon. While we will be seeing the first few glimmers of 5G here in the country, we may not be seeing the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G so soon so don’t expect a Malaysia release date or Malaysia price any time soon. If you happen to live under a rock somewhere and haven't heard about 5G, here's where you can find out more about it!

The Samsung Galaxy S10 series features the Infinity-O display, an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint scanner and a triple rear camera setup. For the tech specs, it has a 4200mAh battery capacity, 8GB RAM, 256GB internal storage and the Exynos 9829. Would you be buying the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G? Check out TechNave.com for the latest news and rumours about Samsung!


Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite passed FCC certification and it is better than the S10

Rumour has it, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is the a device that is going to join the popular Galaxy S10 flagship series that launched earlier this year. While many of the specs from the device have leaked online, there are sources finally confirmed that the device is indeed real and it has passed FCC certification.

The Galaxy S10 Lite bears the model number SM-G770F and it has been spotted on FCC. The filing also includes screenshots that confirmed the device’s name and has two SIM slots. To recap, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite sports a Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 chipset. It is also coming with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. For display, it has a 6.7-inch FHD+ screen compared to S10e’s 5.8-inch FHD+ screen.

Not to forget about the battery life, the device is going to be housing a battery that is between 4,370mAh to 4,500mAh, better than the Galaxy S10 and S10e. For photography, S10 Lite is said to be coming with a triple-camera setup at the back that includes a 48MP primary sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide camera, and a 5MP depth sensor.

As you have read the specs, we think you have noticed the Galaxy S10 Lite is not that ‘lite’ after all considering all the above-average specs. The device is even better than the standard S10 in some of the aspects. The device is also said to be running Android 10 out of the box as well.

Let us know what you think about this new device for the Galaxy S10 series on our Facebook page! For more Samsung updates, stay tuned on TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus will be thinner than current S9 series + camera specs and design leaked

Ice Universe has recently tweeted out stating the the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus is expected to be thinner at only 7.8mm thickness, as compared to the currently available Galaxy S9 which is thickest at 8.5mm. With such a thin device, it’s still surprising to see it come equipped with a rather large battery capacity of up to 4000mAh.

Not only that but the tweeter also stated that the Galaxy S10, as well as the S10 Plus, will both come with 3 cameras in total due to the similarities in the casings for the devices mentioned. The upcoming smartphones should come with a higher megapixel camera sensor as well as an improved variable aperture feature. But that’s not all, optical image stabilisation, as well as an upgraded 4K video capability, a feature called “Bright Night” and “Stage Lighting” is also expected to make their debut on the upcoming phone.

Last but not least, Samsung plans to bundle the Galaxy S10 series with a revised AKG earbuds in the box. While there is no official news on the specs on the earphones. We can expect more news about as we move closer towards the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S10 series. As always with leaks like these, take every bit of information with a grain of salt and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S10+ Review - A nearly 10/10 flagship device that redefines the Galaxy series

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus was highly anticipated and with good reason. Samsung’s 10th anniversary flagship so far had received stellar praise for its camera, design, AI and starting price RM3699 (which is way lower than some other flagship brands) and more.

But is the Galaxy S10+ worthy of the praise or is it just an overhyped phone? Well, this review will probably answer that for you so read on!

I’m gonna be real here. I had dubbed the Infinity-O screens as tahi lalat and honestly, I never really gave it a fair chance as I thought it looked odd. However, I stand corrected on the Infinity-O display as I actually… enjoy it.

The cutout is not as intrusive as I thought it would be, especially the Samsung Galaxy S10+’s. In fact, I barely notice the cutout there at all. Placing it on the top right of the screen moves it out of places my eyes usually look at on a phone’s display and moves it to where most things I barely look at are located. While gaming, my right thumb actually hides the cutout, making not only the cutout easy to ignore but is also unintrusive.

Plus, the really cool lighting around the cutout feels super cool as well. If you’re not a big fan of the cutout, some people actually made some really ingenious wallpapers that either hide or even highlight the cutout in a witty way, which kinda makes me want the smartphone for myself because of it.

Triple rear camera setup done very cleanly

The power button is a little too high for my liking

The bottom comes with a 3.5mm jack and type-C jack

The back of the device is beautiful as well. In this case, the colour is appropriately named Prism White. The absence of the rear mounted fingerprint scanner makes this device more appealing to me and the 3.5mm headphone jack makes my life infinitely easier as well.

Compared to its predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S9+, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is also lighter and slimmer as well which makes it a pleasure to carry it around but do note that it is a little larger than the S9+. Unfortunately, I'm not a huge fan of the power button which is placed a little too high for my liking.

Here's a cool way to hide (or show off) your Infinity-O display

If you guys aren’t up to speed, you can check out the Samsung Galaxy S10 tech specs here:

Not only did the design of the smartphone got a makeover, the tech specs have also been improved. Compared to the Samsung Galaxy S9+, the S10+ has an increase in memory at 8GB/12GB RAM, more internal storage up to 1TB for the highest spec (um, does anyone need this much memory on their phones??) to date. Battery capacity has also increased, at 4100mAh battery capacity for the device to last longer than beefore.

Camera wise, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ comes with a total of 5 cameras, a triple rear camera setup on the back with 12MP (wide) +12MP (telephoto) + 16MP (ultra-wide) sensors whereas the selfie cameras come with 8MP (ultra-wide) + 10MP (wide) sensors.

This is the camera interface. In the photo it shows the Shot suggestion which helps you take better photos

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ has a variety of features but there are a few that not only enhances people’s lives, it actually makes it better for those who are total newbs at photography. It's almost like having a photo pro on your side (or in this case, in your phone) helping you take better photos.

Ever get those moments of hesitance when taking a photo because you aren’t sure where exactly to point your camera at? Samsung’s brand new feature, Shot Suggestion, can solve this problem for you with the help of AI. When you point your camera at your subject, a marker will appear, suggesting where the best angle for the best shot would be.

The ultra-wide angle sensor on this device is next level

You can even go as far as making the background black and white to highlight the subject!

(from left) Ultra wide-angle, wide-angle, 2x telephoto shot and a 10x zoom in

The ultra wide angle camera on the rear is on the next level honestly, it's a lot wider than I expected which makes photos look super good as well. However, it does come with a fish eye effect but this can easily be fixed with the ultra wide shape correction option which automatically corrects any distortion in photos. The ultra wide angle camera on the front isn’t as dramatically wide as the rear sensor so it doesn’t really make a huge difference in selfies but it is still a cool and useful feature to have. The camera doesn’t look so in your face and there’s no need to stretch your arm out too much just to take selfies.

For those without a steady hand when it comes to video recording, Super Steady mode comes in super handy. If you love vlogging or even taking beauty shots, this feature really helps in terms of eliminating shakiness from your videos. Unfortunately Super Steady doesn’t work when recording 4K videos to our disappointment.

The video stabilization is pretty smooth

Here's how to correct distortion in ultra-wide angle photos!

If you’re a person who struggles to use their smartphone on a daily basis, you might like this feature. Bixby routine is a feature that tracks your routines and enhances them by making them better or you can set your routines yourself. For instance, I have noticed that whenever I’m about to leave for work in the morning, Bixby gives me a traffic report before I go and I haven’t even set up my routine. For night time, I set Bixby to change my phone settings to mute and a blue light filter to ensure that my sleep isn’t ruined.

Always run out of battery on your Galaxy Earbuds or Watch? No problem. Wireless powershare allows you to share your phone battery to other devices. All you have to do is turn on the option and place the item on a particular spot on the back of your device. It's not the fastest charging out there but it works well in moments of emergency.

After an hour of charging the Galaxy Watch Active, it managed to charge up to 53%

Now, my favourite bit, the ultrasonic fingerprint scanner. While there were a few hiccups here and there when it came to the fingerprint reader, overall it works amazingly. We tested the fingerprint reader with water and dust and the fingerprint reader still manages to work like a charm.

The recent update for the fingerprint scanner which addressed a person being able to unlock the phone with a 3D printed fingerprint not only made unlocking the device more secure but also faster. I do recommend setting up your fingerprint straight for convenience and placing your fingerprint properly for faster unlocks.

An example of a vlog we created entirely with the S10+

I'm sure you remember that you can use your Samsung smartphone as a computer via the Samsung DeX (Samsung Desktop Experience). All you have to do is plug your phone to a DeX dock or DeX Pad and connect it to a monitor via a type-C or HDMI cable.

You can also just do away with the dock or pad and just use a type-C to HDMI cable and then use the phone as a combination touchpad and keyboard. You can still hook up a bluetooth keyboard or mouse but it's definitely easier and more convenient with a USB port via the DeX dock or DeX Pad.

The review unit we were given had 8GB RAM and 128GB of internal storage which is expandable via microSD card. It gave us a lot of wiggle room to do pretty much whatever we wanted to do on the device.

I tried out some Mobile Legends on the device and played it for an hour straight. I went from 99% battery to about 86% which is pretty impressive. Playing for long periods of time didn’t even come close to heating up the phone which makes gaming on this a pretty nice experience as well.

From 99% to 86% battery percentage left after an hour of MLBB

Do note that not all games have been optimised to work with the device. I did notice if I were to open up the multitask window while on MLBB, the black top bar of the game right above the notch disappears, showing off whatever program window or other app is underneath.

Overall, the battery performed well. We tested out this device when we went hiking up Broga Hill which we started off at 6 AM and left around 12PM and we still had roughly 38% battery left despite the many 4K videos and photos we took.

Some recorded gameplay of PUBGM. You can see the black bars on the left of the screen due to the cutout

The game performance is flawless on this device. It runs a bit warm but other than that there's no other issue. Above is a video of my PUBM gameplay which had been set to the highest setting with no lag or even frame drops to be seen (which is expected from a flagship device). The only issue that can be seen is just in terms of screen recording where you can see the black bars appear rather awkward in order to accommodate the Infinity-O screen. Do note that we used the game recording on the Samsung Game Launcher to record our gameplay. Really hoping that Samsung could create a way for us to be able to record our gameplay less awkwardly.

The camera is honestly such a pleasure to use on this device. Here's some photo samples we took with both the back and front lenses:

A cat is somewhere out there in the ray of light, waiting to give you a sidequest

Here's a sunset photo taken with the wide angle lens

An example of a panorama. This photo didn't even come to the end of the panorama line

You can barely tell that this photo was taken in a dim cafe during a stormy day

Wide angle shot taken vertically. Look at that colour!

Look at the detailing that is maintained by the camera in this close up shot

A silhoutte shot. I adore how the camera captures the rays of sunlight

A photo taken with live focus makes the background not just blurry but also magical due to the morning dew and sunshine

Any day is a good day for cake. This photo looks delicious!

A wide angle photo, when angled properly, makes for a great candid shot

I do notice though, that while taking photos, the device does get hot. Not the intense burn your finger kind of hot but pretty hot. My guess is that the chipset works hard to accommodate the AI, especially when you’re using Shot Suggestion when you’re taking photos.

Other than that, I initially thought watching videos on the device would be kind of hindered by the cutout. However, due to where the cutout is placed, I found that it didn't really bother me. When it did bother me when some videos had visuals in the corner of the phone, I could always just make the video a bit smaller to move it away from the cutout. Of course, the display shows off some very rich colour, something to be expected from the Super AMOLED display.

Check out how much detailing of the building is maintained in the reflection!

In terms of audio, the audio that the S10+ produces is pretty full bodied and pleasant to listen to. There is one drawback, though. The fact that it only has one speaker grill means that if you accidentally cover it with your hands while gaming, you aren't going to be able to listen from another source but that's honestly a minor issue.

When using the phone, I didn't notice any problems with connectivity, especially in calls. I did notice an improvement to the connectivity when on lifts or going through tunnels. In places that my previous smartphone would lag or disconnect, the line on the S10+ remains pretty much consistent.

It's pretty hard not to fall in love with this device as it is pretty versatile and you can pretty much do anything and everything with this device. Phone? Check. Game? Check. Photography? Check. Videography? Check. An AI personal assistant? Check. This is honestly the best all-in-one device I can think and it should be perfect for the average joe phone user or even someone who uses cameras constantly like content creators.

While the camera sensors do not come with high up there megapixels the camera performs extremely well, especially when it comes to portrait mode. I absolutely adore the fact that you can tweak the blur and colour of the background whenever you please.

As of right now, there is another competitor to this device, the Huawei P30 Pro which has a starting price of RM3799, only RM100 more expensive than the lowest spec version of the S10+. If these two are out of your budget, you could also find a cheaper alternative for flagships of this calibre, the Xiaomi Mi 9 which comes with a starting price of RM1699.

What’s your favourite feature on the Samsung Galaxy S10+? If you wanna check out the device for yourself, you can head on over to any Samsung experience store or their official website. Keep up with the latest flagship reviews on TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy S10 Super Night mode update is now out

Finally! Samsung Galaxy S10 users should start receiving their Super Night mode update for their cameras soon (it's already out in Switzerland). The update will be rolling out in phases as of right now.

If you’re the type who can’t wait, you can manually force check for the update to see if it is already pending in Settings > Software Update > Download and Install. If its not there, guess you guys have to be little patient for awhile longer.

The Super Night mode works differently from Samsung’s Bright Night feature in the scene optimizer on the Samsung Galaxy S10 series. This allows users to enable the option for themselves in the camera menu. We’re not sure how good night photography would turn out with this mode but we’ll be sure to update you on TechNave.com. Are you excited for this update?


Samsung Galaxy S10+ - The Perfect smartphone for vlogging and selfie

I do reminisce about the days when I used to vlog. Most cameras that have everything I need are just way too expensive and smartphone front recording cameras are usually never that great. Or so I thought. The Samsung Galaxy S10 Series has everything a vlogger needs in a phone, so much so that I wish it was around during my vlogging days.

Here's exactly why the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is the perfect device for vlogging!

The main part of a vlog is basically recording yourself as you go throughout your day. A good camera may sometimes lack a good lens to get your surroundings into the shot and sometimes the viewfinder cannot be turned over for you to be able to see your framing. Meanwhile most phones lack good selfie cameras to record on, resulting in grainy and too dark or overexposed videos.

The Samsung Galaxy S10 series allows its users to record videos in 4K resolutions. The high resolution makes for better quality videos as well as beautiful colours and detail as well. With good quality videos, you will find yourself spending less time editing a video, trying to colour grade or even reduce the graininess.

Obviously in any vlog, you’d be showing off where and what you’re doing. Close up shots, beauty shots and the whole shebang. That’s where the rear camera comes into play and if I’m using a camera or any other recording device for that matter, a gimbal would come in handy for those awesome slow-mo and scenery shots to avoid jitter and shaky footage.

You don’t need that for the Samsung Galaxy S10 series, however. The smartphone comes with built-in Optical Image Stabilization, ensuring that your shots turn out crisp and smooth. I especially love using these when I’m doing shots as I’m walking because the footage looks flawless, almost like my viewers are seeing things through my eyes.

How it looks like with 5x zoom in video (bottom) and a normal recording (top)

Don’t you ever want to highlight something in a crowd or a distance by zooming in with your camera? The annoying bit about that is when you’re using a camera, most of the time you can literally hear the whirring sound it makes as it zooms in and as for using a phone, usually you just end up with more grainy footage.

Thanks to the 2x optical zoom and 10x digital zoom on the rear cameras, all those have become non-issues actually. Now I can zoom in as much as I want without weird shakiness and noise. The best part is that I can zoom in and out without having to pinch the screen. Just tap on which lens you want and it instantly zooms you in.

I absolutely hate going to events where it is way too loud and my microphone cannot pick up my voice. Cameras that I can afford usually don't come with a mic jack for me to plug in a shotgun mic or clip mic into the device. Smartphones nowadays don’t usually come with a 3.5mm jack, meaning that some devices, even with converters and dongles, cannot detect my external mic.

The Samsung Galaxy S10+’s mic is pretty decent, though, capturing my voice from a decent range while filtering out the background noise. Sometimes when an area is too loud, I do have no choice but to use an external mic and the Samsung Galaxy S10+ allows this as it does come with my favourite 3.5mm jack still, so recording and getting my high quality audio content can be done in a sinch.

So you wanna show off some photos of you in your vlog. Then you wanna show off your squad. But wait, your camera lens can’t capture everyone and everything in the background. This is where the Samsung Galaxy S10+ comes in.

The selfie camera comes in 2 angles, normal and wide. Now you’ll be able to capture that group shot AND capture the beautiful scenery or subject in the background.

Here's the result of all of the above that we took at another phone launch using just the Samsung Galaxy S10+ so you guys can have an idea of how footage may turn out with it.

As I said before, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is so versatile that it makes for a very good all in one, compact vlogging camera as well. With a good camera offering a variety of zooms and effects, you won't be needing so much equipment just to walk around and vlog. Most importantly, no need to be doing any heavy lifting as you don't need to be strong enough to hold up a heavy DSLR to your face as you move around for long periods of time.

If you're interested in grabbing your very own Samsung Galaxy S10+, head on over to any Samsung experience stores or their website! Make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tips and tricks with the Samsung Galaxy S10 series!


Samsung Galaxy S10 could come with a triple-camera setup and rebranded as "Beyond"

Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+, for illustration purposes only

Based on leaks reported by sammobile.com, the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 will be fitted with the Exynos 9820, higher screen-to-body ratio, in-display fingerprint sensor, triple camera sensors and other technological advancements. Not only that, the leaks states that the Samsung device will not be branded as Galaxy, but instead carry a new “Beyond” branding instead and Samsung will be releasing 3 variants of the Samsung “Beyond” device.

The first variant of the device, aptly named the Beyond 0  will have a 5.8-inch display while the Beyond 1 would have the same 5.8-inch display but instead will have a curved glass screen design. Lastly, the Beyond 2 will carry a 6.2-inch curved class display and the aforementioned 3 camera setup. As always with all leaked information and rumours, take every bit of information with a grain of salt. For more news like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S10 design and case leaked showing two camera in the rear

Ice Universe has released a leaked photo of the Samsung Galaxy S10 on Twitter showcasing the Samsung Galaxy S10 design as well as the casing it will be housed in. Based on the picture, the design seems to have a horizontal island with a double camera, flash as well what seems to be the heart rate sensor.

As far as we know, the Samsung Galaxy S10 will come in two variants, one with a curved screen display similar to the current Galaxy S9 series, and a flat-screen display which is considered the base model of the Galaxy S10 series.

The base model will most likely carry a side-mounted fingerprint scanner while the Samsung Galaxy S10 with a curved display will most likely come with an in-display fingerprint scanner instead. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as there is no official statement made by Samsung on this matter. For more update like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Android 6.0 Marshmallow coming to ASUS and OnePlus

With the recent Android 6.0 Marshmallow update on Samsung Galaxy rumour, ASUS and OnePlus have also announced their own Android 6.0 Marshmallow update in the coming weeks (or months). There are no specific Malaysia release dates yet, but rest assured the updates are official by the two companies. Below are the list of phones that are getting some tasty marshmallow updates:-

Note – Make sure your ASUS smartphone has one of the codes above. Also there are indeed two ZE551ML there, the difference is one is a Zenfone 2 and the other is the deluxe version.

Note – OnePlus announced that the Marshmallow update on the OnePlus One is Cyanogen OS, not OxygenOS.

Well until then, keep yourself busy and wait for the day!


Samsung Galaxy S10+ front appear in photos, may have a 4000mAh battery and ToF camera

As the date for Samsung’s Unpacked 2019 approaches, more and more speculations about the much anticipated Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphone range appear. A photo appeared on Weibo, showing the front of the Samsung Galaxy S10+, rocking extremely thin bezels and a pill shaped cutout housing the selfie camera as well as the ToF camera.

In addition, listings in Brazil claim that the smartphone may have a battery capacity that is equal or less than its previous predecessor, the Samsung Galaxy S9. The Samsung Galaxy S10+ show a 4000mAh battery capacity on the listings. This is a little concerning, considering the rumours about the Samsung Galaxy S10+ having a 5 cameras in total. However, it is noted that the smartphone may be powered by the Exynos 9820 chipset here in Malaysia, which is a pretty efficient chipset.

As for the regular Samsung Galaxy S10, listings show a 3300mAh battery capacity which is slightly lower than the Samsung Galaxy S9+’s. However, the S10 may have a slightly smaller screen, measuring at 6.1 inches as well as a more efficient chipset this time round. The lowest spec variant of the smartphone may come with a 3000mAh battery capacity but we all know the battery life of the smartphone may still be pretty impressive due to the chipset and 5.8 inch display.

There may be a brand new feature on the Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphone. A 3D ToF camera is finally making its way to the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G variant. I’m sure by now most of you know what a 3D ToF camera, seeing that smartphones like the Huawei Mate 20 and HONOR View20 rocking the same concept. We can expect to see the ToF cameras make its way to Samsung’s A series smartphone range some time soon as well.

However, until the official announcement is made next month, on the 20th of February to be exact, do take this information with a healthy dose of skepticism. Here's what we know about the Samsung Galaxy S10 so far. I wonder what rumour we’ll hear about the smartphone next… X-ray vision, anyone? For the latest Samsung news, TechNave.com is the place to be!


Samsung Galaxy S10+ joins Huawei Mate 20 Pro at the top but takes the selfie king crown according to DxOMark

Camera-centric site DxOMark has given the Samsung Galaxy S10 Plus 109 points, joining the same rank as Huawei Mate 20 Pro and P20 Pro. But thanks to its 10MP (dual pixel) + 8MP dual front cameras, the Galaxy S10+ is now the selfie king with a score of 96. According to them, the 10MP dual-pixel autofocus main sensor with f/1.9 aperture and 8MP depth sensing f/2.2 aperture secondary sensor lets the Galaxy S10+ “offers the best front camera performance for both still images and video” so far, increasing image detail while keeping down noise levels compared to the Galaxy Note 9.

Capturing very good color with natural skin tones and accurate white balance, the front cameras handle exposure and detail well with a wide dynamic range but due to the narrow depth of field background detail can get out of focus, so people at the back of group portraits can look soft or a bit blurry compared to the front. However, the Portrait mode works very well with a single subject, applying a “pretty realistic simulated bokeh effect” with one of the best front camera flash modes around. Some colour shading and vignetting are visible in the corners of the frame though.

Colour and exposure are just nice in bright light condition

A portrait shot with bokeh enabled looks quite natural

(L-R) Photo comparison between Apple iPhone XS Max, Samsung Galaxy S10+ and the Huawei Mate 20 Pro

Noise is barely visible in indoors shot but loses its detail when cropped out

Meanwhile, the triple rear camera comprises of a primary 12MP sensor with a switchable Dual Aperture lens (F/1.5 - F/2.4), OIS, and Dual Pixel technology, an ultra wide-angle lens of 16MP (F/2.4), and a telephoto lens of 12MP (F/2.4) with PDAF and OIS. Judging from the photo samples on their website, the Galaxy S10+ does superbly in the dynamic range category and captures a wider tonal range compared with other competitors. Better details can be seen in both bright and dark areas in the frame, the colour renditions are fairly good, same goes to the white balance. However, the phone suffers a little in low-light shots but it's kind of expected.

In the video recording section, the Galaxy S10+ is able to record up to a 4K resolution on both the front and back camera. According to the "video pros" part, video recording on the flagship provides pretty good white balance in most situations, as well as good target exposure, a decent dynamic range, accurate autofocus and a handy stabilization.

It'd be nicer if there are more photos portraying the RGB element, but because they wanted to share their results as soon as possible, that's the reason why there are so few photo samples. Meanwhile, we will also be doing our own review of the flagship so until then, stay tuned for more Samsung news only at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S10 may have up to 5 cameras + ToF with 12GB RAM and 1TB storage

Samsung is going in with all guns blazing with the Samsung Galaxy S10. Gizmochina.com reported that the best variant of the smartphone may be the first in the world to feature 12GB of RAM. In addition to the massive RAM, the device may have a whopping 1TB of storage space along with it.

These tech specs are impressive and makes the device as powerful as a decent PC. However, it is speculated that these tech specs may only be found in the 5G variant of the smartphone which is said to have a 6.7 inch Infinity-O display. There is another version of the phone with model number SM-G75FC that is said to come with 512GB of storage space, so it still unsure if the device may come in 2 variants or 1TB storage space only.

As with any new flagship, we are always expecting an upgrade to the camera and Samsung promises “a significantly improved camera performance”. The smartphone is said to be equipped with a triple rear camera setup with a main 12MP wide angle camera, a super wide angle 16MP camera and a 13MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom and the top spec device will carry an extra wide angle rear camera. To make things more interesting, the device will not have one selfie camera, but two because hey, two is definitely better than one, right?

If you think that’s not extra enough, the 5G variant of the Samsung Galaxy S10 is said to feature hexa rear cameras with one of them being a ToF 3D sensing camera for AR/VR purposes. Only 2 million units of the phone will be produced as not many parts of the world currently utilizes the 5G network currently.

For those of you who think that’s all a little too over the top, there is the Samsung Galaxy S10 ‘Lite’. The device might have a single selfie camera and dual rear cameras with zoom. This version of the phone should appeal to OG Samsung smartphone lovers as it may feature a flat screen instead of the usual curved OLED screen.

For those of you getting confused, here’s a list of the Samsung Galaxy S10 variants and their cameras:

For now this is all hearsay so make sure to take in this info with a grain of salt. So do you think a hexa-camera phone is too much? For more Samsung news, make sure to hit up TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy S10 may sport reverse wireless charging and pre-orders may start on 21 February

We’re only 2 weeks away from the reveal of Samsung Galaxy S10 over at Unpacked 2019 in San Francisco. For now, we’ve been following the rumour trail of the much anticipated smartphone and we’ve heard some pretty amazing and bizarre things. Today, we’ve heard that the Samsung Galaxy S10+, like Huawei’s Mate 20 Pro, may sport reverse wireless charging!

WinFuture shared an image of Samsung’s upcoming wireless earbuds’ case charging on the back of a Samsung Galaxy S10+. Apparently, due to a showcase by the Korean company before, this feature has been dubbed, Powershare. If you’re not familiar with reverse wireless charging, it is a feature that allows other devices to be wirelessly charged on the back of your smartphone at the expense of your own device’s battery.

Besides that, the Samsung Galaxy S10 series has also been rumoured to have a pretty interesting camera feature: OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) and 4K video recording, according to Weibo. A Chinese publication claimed that the device may be able to shoot videos at 4K resolution at 60 fps in addition to OIS.

Will you be getting in line and pre-ordering this ASAP?

So far, here’s what we know about the upcoming flagship from the Korean giant which may include 1TB storage, 12GB RAM and 4000mAh battery capacity. We’ve had an idea that pre-orders for the device may kick off a few days after the event but it may be sooner than that. A teaser posted in Indonesia shows that the date for pre-orders (for our region, maybe?) may begin on the 22nd of February. Considering the time zones between here and the US, it is actually the day after Unpacked 2019.

Actual sales is said to start on the 8th of March. Now, question is, will this year’s version of the Samsung Galaxy S10 be the smartphone of your dreams? Of course, we’ll be there on ground during Unpacked 2019 to let you be the first to know about the smartphone when it is announced so stay tuned!


Samsung Galaxy S10 might come with a side mounted fingerprint scanner for the cheapest variant

Rumour has it that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S10 will come equipped with a side mounted fingerprint scanner for the cheapest variant as opposed to having it in the rear like the Samsung Galaxy S9 and S9+. It will also feature a 5.8-inch flat Infinity Display as well compared to the other variants of the S10. The others will instead come equipped with an Under Display Fingerprint Sensor similar to that of the VIVO X21, hinting that the upcoming devices will also feature a thin bezel along with a 6.2-inch display for the mid-range variant and a 6.44-inch display for the most expensive variant of the S10.

The devices is expected to ship with the upcoming in-house chipset which is the Exynos 9820 which is expected to performance better and be more power efficient compared the to current Exynos 9810 found on the Galaxy S9 and S9+. We'll be able to find out more about the Galaxy S10 during its unveiling at the MWC2019 on late February next year. Other than that, there is no other information regarding the tech spec, price, and when it will be coming to the Malaysian Market. As always with leaks like these, take every bit of information with a grain of salt and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


Samsung Galaxy S10 range will be launched ahead of MWC on 20 February with 6 cameras

We initially thought that the Samsung Galaxy S10 would be announced at MWC 2019 in March this year. However, that clearly isn’t true as the smartphone has been announced to launch on the 20th of February in San Francisco, California through a teaser.

It should be expected that this year’s flagship phone from the Korean giant would be a little different. It is, after all, the company’s 10th Galaxy S device. Three models of the phone will be announced, the Samsung Galaxy S10, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (or as some reports state that the name may be S10 E), and finally the Samsung Galaxy S10+. A little later in the year another variant of the smartphone is expected to be released which is the Samsung Galaxy S10+ 5G but this one will be equipped with a 5000mAh battery.

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite will be the smallest device among the three at 5.8 inches, the S10 at 6.1 inches and the S10+ at 6.4 inches. This year marks a pretty amazing milestone for Samsung as the phones will be the first to have an UD fingerprint scanner, Infinity-O display and and 5G implemented on its devices. It has been rumoured that the smartphone may even feature reverse wireless charging.

Camera-wise, we can expect to see triple and quad camera setups on the devices and even a dual camera setup on the S10+. Samsung Galaxy S10 units that come to Malaysia will, of course, will feature Samsung’s Exynos 9820 (selected regions like North America will be powered by Snapdragon 855) and other tech specs include at least 6GB RAM.

So far, there has been no release dates or price announcements yet but there has been rumours that the device may be out in markets in the middle of March. However, do take that with a grain of salt and we’ll make sure to let you know more official details of the Samsung Galaxy S10 on TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy S10 series launches in Malaysia, win one free in Samsung's Be Unbeaten contest

Today, Samsung Malaysia has finally launched the 10th Galaxy S model - the Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10+ and Galaxy S10e in Malaysia. As previously mentioned before, the starting price of the Galaxy S10 series is RM2699 and customers may purchase one in any Samsung concept stores, authorized dealers and its official online store here.

The launching was held in Genting Highlands with a roadshow going on and in conjunction with the 10th Anniversary, Samsung Malaysia actually launched a Galaxy S10 phone above the stratosphere to take an epic bird's eye view of the earth. That said, this is also an online competition called "The Unbeaten". Starting from 1 until 4 March 2019, participants can join and guess where the phone will land by dropping a pin on the mapped location. Only ten of the most accurate forecasters will win a brand new Galaxy S10.

Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics proiudly showing the new Galaxy S10 series to the public on the official launching day

Depending on which Galaxy S10 model you get, each offers a different complimentary gift set. Starting with the Galaxy S10e, you will get a new free Galaxy Buds; getting the Galaxy S10 will come with a free Galaxy Buds + Screen Protection and finally, getting the Galaxy S10+ will come packed with a free Galaxy Sport + Screen Protection. Also just a fresh reminder, there are only four Galaxy S10 models available in Malaysia which are:

*Only Ceramic White and Ceramic Black are offered on the Galaxy S10 Plus 8GB + 512GB variant, the rest will be in Prism White, Prism Black and Prism Green.

Aside from Genting Highlands, other roadshows will also happen else where starting from 8th - 10th March 2019 in Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur, AEON Tebrau City, Johor Bahru, and Queensbay Mall, Penang. To check out the tech specs, you may check them out from our full coverage right here and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S10 series pre-order starting from RM2699 on 22 February 2019

The moment that you all have been waiting for - the pre-order details for the Samsung Galaxy S10 series! As of the official global launch, you'd be glad to know that the pre-order date for the Malaysia market will begin on 22 February 2019 from a starting price of RM2699.

As part of the pre-order, this time around you'll also get a number of freebies. If you get the Galaxy S10e, you'll get a pair of wireless Galaxy Buds + extra Screen Protection warranty. There is also a Galaxy Tab 7.0 + Galaxy Buds + Screen Protection warranty for either the Galaxy S10 or Galaxy S10 Plus (128GB), and a Samsung Galaxy Watch (42mm) + Protection Plus worth up to RM1479 on the Galaxy S10 Plus (512GB).

Since there are so many models based on different memory, we have made a list of each model for your reference below:

The pre-order will end on 28 February 2019 and the sales will start in March 2019. You may also check with your preferred local Telcos on the package plans when they officially announce it. You may check the full tech specs and features of the Galaxy S10 series from our coverage right here and stay tuned for more Samsung news only at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S10 series screen size and battery size leaked with up to 4000mAh battery and 6.4-inch display

Ice Universe has recently leaked images of casings for what could be the Samsung Galaxy S10 series on Twitter. Based on the images, the expected battery capacities of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite will be at 3100mAh while the Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10 Plus at 3500mAh and 4100mAh. Based on a previous leak that we have covered, the phone sizes seem to stay consistent at 5.8-inch for the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite, 6.1-inch for the S10 and 6.4-inch for the S10 Plus.

It is interesting to note that the smaller Galaxy S10 Lite seems to have a wider cutout to the right of the casing which hints that the aforementioned device will most likely come equipped with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. Other than that, there is other information regarding the confirmed tech specs, when it will be available in Malaysia and the pricing of the devices. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as there was no official statement made by Samsung regarding the subject. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S10 series to be the first devices to come equipped with an ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensor

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S10 series devices will be one of the first smartphones to come equipped with Qualcomm’s very own implementation of in-display fingerprint sensor which utilizes an ultrasonic reader instead of the traditional implementation.

The ultrasonic reader provides the ability to produce a 3D image which contains more data to keep the device more secure. Not only that, based on the patent filed by Samsung which was previously covered, the device will have a larger fingerprint detection area of about a quarter of the total screensize. The Samsung Galaxy S10 devices is expected to be revealed during MWC 2019 next year, so stay tuned to TechNave.com as we provide more updates on this subject.


Android 6.0 Marshmallow coming to Android smartwatches soon

For some reason, the person in the middle looks like a young Jeff Goldblum

So aside from the official ASUS and OnePlus Android 6.0 Marshmallow updates (along with the speculated Samsung Galaxy ones too), Google and LG have also confirmed the update is coming soon too for the world’s first Android wearable that has cellular connectivity the LG Watch Urbane 2nd Edition LTE. Marshmallow will be available eventually to other smartwatches (must be API 22) as well, including the Samsung Gear Live and LG G Watch.

There are couple of new features from Marshmallow for the smartwatches, which includes an app permission model, -round and -notround resource qualifiers, speaker support, a support boost for Intel x86 processors and an updated emulator. If you cannot wait for the update to come, there’s an Android Wear SDK (API 23) available for download. Google stated the over-the-air update doesn’t have a date set yet, but it’s likely to come live next year.


Samsung Galaxy S10 series unveiled sporting up to 12GB RAM, 1TB storage, triple rear + dual front cams, and much more

We waited a whole year for this. This is Samsung’s Galaxy S 10th Anniversary and we are expecting to be wowed and wowed we did. The Galaxy S10 series has now been unveiled, showing off three sleek new devices which are the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10, Galaxy S10 Plus and a Galaxy S10 5G model as well which is not ready for commercial sale yet. Anyway, let's take a look at some of the tech specs.

Let’s start off with the standard Galaxy S10. It comes with a 6.1-inch Super AMOLED display with a curved side which sports an Infinity-O display. For us, we will fondly call it the “tahi lalat” which houses the 10MP selfie camera. On the back is a triple camera setup with 12MP (wide-angle) + 16MP (ultra wide-angle) + 12MP (telephoto) sensors. No rear fingerprint scanner can be seen here as the phone now sports the first ever Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanner.

Under the hood, the Galaxy S10 is powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 but we are probably getting the Exynos 9820 chipset bundled with an ARM Mali G76 GPU. It also comes with an impressive memory capacity of 8GB of RAM and up to 512GB internal storage. It sports a 3400mAh battery and you can also spread the happiness by sharing some of your battery via the 10W reverse wireless charging.

The Galaxy S10e has a wide variety of colours, this includes Prism White, Prism Black, Prism Green, Prism Blue and Canary Yellow

The Galaxy S10 in Prism Green, there's also Prism White, Prism Black and Prism Blue

On the other hand, the Galaxy S10e is for those who are on a budget. It will use a flat Super AMOLED display instead of a dual curved edge version, but it's still rather huge sitting at 5.8-inches long. This one won't have an under fingerprint scanner, neither is it on the rear, but it's integrated with the side-mounted power button, which is not bad, considering the phone’s size compared to the rest of the S10 series. The phone has the same processor and the memory capacity goes up to 8GB of RAM, 256GB internal storage, and will only sport a dual rear camera of 12MP + 16MP sensors. The battery is just 3100mAh.

As for the ultimate one of the three, the Galaxy S10+ is clearly a monster at its own league. Using the latest processors, its RAM goes up to a super mega 12GB and its internal storage goes up to 1TB!! There is also a pair of front camera sensors (a 10MP + 8MP) so you will see a pill-shaped cutout instead of the O cutout on the 6.4-inch Super AMOLED display. The triple camera setup is the same as the Galaxy S10, same goes to the Ultrasonic Fingerprint Scanner and has a 4100mAh battery inside.

The pill-shaped dual front camera on the Galaxy S10+

The back view of the phone, Ceramic White and Ceramic Black is only exclusive for this one

Headphone jack is still here to stay, along with the expected return of USB Type-C and speaker grill

The 5G version of the Galaxy S10+ was also revealed and as the name suggests, this phone can support 5G connectivity. It's actually a bit bulkier than the Galaxy S10+ with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display, 4500mAh battery and the rest of the tech specs are the same except that the memory only reaches up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB storage with no expandable memory available. It also support the latest WiFi 6 technology that allows uninterrupted and safe connection by seamlessly switching between WiFi and LTE (same goes to other models) as well as alerting you of a potential risky WiFi connection. At this moment of posting, there is no price nor availability announced.

Other than that, these smartphones still retain their 3.5mm headphone jack (YAY FOR JACK!) and a USB-C port. The dedicated Bixby button on the side of the device stays as well and it now can automate your routines, providing a personalized and pre-set recommendations, such as driving or going to bed which can be customized. All the Samsung Galaxy S10 devices (minus the Samsung Galaxy S10E) has IP68 water and dust resistance grade and oh, did I mention that all three variants of the device support 15W fast charging? Wireless PowerShare is pretty cool too as it's able to charge other devices AND accessories as well. Also, the Galaxy S10+ can support Adobe Premiere! That explains the need for the 12GB of RAM.

(L-R) The Samsung Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+

Finally, the price tag for each of the model starts from $749 (~RM3045), $899 (~RM3655) and $999 (~RM4062) for the Galaxy S10e, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10+ respectively

Samsung definitely went above and beyond with the Galaxy S10 series this around. We were nothing short of impressed and in awe of the device. Do you think the Samsung Galaxy S10 smartphone is worthy of the “Smartphone of the Year” title? For the latest news on Samsung’s latest releases, TechNave.com is the place to check it out!


Samsung Galaxy S11 could come with 48MP telephoto lens

News and rumours of the Samsung Galaxy S11 have been rife, many of them related to the camera. If true, this could mean that Samsung intends its next flagship device to focus on that. The latest leaks now hint at a 48MP telephoto sensor included into the camera setup at the back, enabling users to take incredibly high resolution zoom shots.

According to twitter user Ice Universe, who often posts up leaks on Twitter, all three models in the Galaxy S11 series will pack this 48MP telephoto camera. It should be the largest zoom camera to date, though we're not sure if it'll be native zoom. If it isn't, then Samsung's aim could be in using image cropping for highly detailed shots from a distance. For now, we'll have to wait for more details before we know for sure.

Unfortunately, we still don't have anything concrete on tech specs. But going by what we're seeing from other brands for flagships coming out in 2020, we could speculate. It's highly likely that the Galaxy S11 series will come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, at least 8GB of RAM, and at least 128GB of internal storage. The S11 Plus will probably have more RAM and storage, while the S11e would have less. Again, that's just speculation on our part.

Regardless, it's definitely looking like the Galaxy S11's cameras are going to be impressive. Are you looking forward to it already? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more updates on the phone.


Samsung Galaxy S11 could have a slider design and no notch

An image hinting the potential design of the Samsung Galaxy S11 recently surfaced on the internet, stating that the device could come with a sliding mechanism and no notch at the top of the display. In order to utilize the front and rear cameras, the user has to slide up the top part of the display which will then expose the image sensors.

With all that said, with the introduction of the sliding mechanism, we assume the phone will not be IP68 certified due to the fact that liquid and dust can easily enter the gaps between the sliding mechanism. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as Samsung did not provide any official statement on the alleged Samsung Galaxy S11 smartphone.

What do you think of the patent? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S11 may come with an under-display selfie camera, Samsung Galaxy S10+ Olympic games edition unveiled

The notch-free life may be within our reach, perhaps by next year. The Samsung Galaxy S10 series is the almost perfect device and now, rumours about the next gen smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy S11, has emerged. The device may just be released with an under-display selfie camera.

Going by the codename Picasso, the device may be released in Q1 of 2020. It has been reported that Korean company is currently developing a “true full-screen” smartphone where the selfie camera is placed underneath the display, giving a full infinite screen experience. If this is true, we may be seeing the last of pop up cameras and punch hole displays on Samsung’s devices (at least their flagship devices). From what we've heard, Samsung may be working on making the current Infinity-O cutouts and selfie sensors smaller - the same size as the device’s status bar. In addition, Samsung is working on a 5nm chip, with sources claiming that it would be one of S11’s selling points.

Besides that, Samsung has just unveiled the Samsung Galaxy S10+ Olympic Games Edition and we aren’t surprised as the company has been sponsoring the Olympic games since 1998 and will continue to do son until 2028. For every Olympic games, a special edition of their flagship device is unveiled.

This Samsung Galaxy S10+ is the choice for this year’s Olympic Games. The Prism White variant of the device will have its rear emblazoned with the Tokyo 2020 games logo on the back along with the carrier Docomo’s logo. Bundled with the device are the Galaxy Buds with the logos printed onto the casing. Only 10000 units of the Galaxy S10+ Olympic Games Edition will be shipped out starting July this year with the price of USD$1000 (~RM4182) and is exclusive to the carrier, Docomo.

At this point, it is simply a race to see which OEM would be the first to unveil their under-display selfie camera. OPPO has been rumoured to release an under-display camera smartphone this year so I guess we’ll have to see who perfects the technology first. So are you excited for a true infinity display? Keep up with the latest Samsung news on TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy S11 might come equipped with 2nd gen ISOCELL 108MP image sensor

It seems that next year’s Samsung Galaxy S11 could come equipped with a newer generation ISOCELL 108MP image sensor, based on a statement by Ice Universe on his Twitter account. While there is not much info in regards to the difference between the first generation and second generation ISOCELL sensor, we would most likely see improvements as to how the aforementioned sensor process images.

With all that said, there is not much information as to the Malaysia release date, tech specs as well as the local pricing of the Samsung Galaxy S11 for now. However, we suspect that the upcoming Galaxy smartphone will most likely come with the new Exynos 9830 or Snapdragon 865 chipset as well as an under-display front-facing selfie camera.

The Galaxy S11 has a high probability of using a new 108MP sensor.

Would you be interested in getting a smartphone with the new 108MP ISOCELL image sensor? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S11 renders leaked showcasing 5 potential cameras and a hole punch notch at the front

Image courtesy of @Onleaks and @91Mobiles

Recently, a Twitter user by the name of @OnLeaks has recently posted a tweet which includes pictures of what seems to be the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S11 series smartphone. Based on the image, it looks like the upcoming Galaxy device will come with a rectangle camera module which houses around 5 image sensors as well as one LED flash.

Not only that, but it also seems that the smartphone will not be coming with an under-display camera. Instead, it will feature a hole-punch notch towards the middle top of the screen, similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series.

Furthermore, the renders hints that there will only be a USB Type-C port at the bottom, while the 3.5mm audio jack slot seems to be missing. In terms of the sizes can expect to see, there will be a 6.3-inch as well as a 6.7-inch variant of the aforementioned smartphone.

With all that said, do take all the information provided with a grain of salt due to the fact that Samsung did not provide an official statement in regards to the leaked renders. What do you think of the alleged Samsung Galaxy S11 smartphone so far? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S11 series could be coming with a laser autofocus system

Earlier, renders of the Samsung Galaxy S11 series revealed there will be more cameras than the previous models. Since then, everyone has been playing the guessing game on the functions of those cameras. Now, there is a source claiming that one of the holes could be a laser autofocus system.

This could be another new change to photography on the new Galaxy S series if the rumour is true. The laser autofocus system employs a small laser transmitter and a receiver. It sends a laser beam to the subject and it will bounce back to the receiver. This makes it the fastest autofocusing available. It is also said that it will work perfectly under low light conditions.

The technology is not a new one as it has been used on LG G3 more than four years ago. The company later dropped it and used the Phase Detection Autofocus on LG G6. One reason is perhaps the laser autofocus system was bad at focusing on long-distance objects back then. Therefore, it becomes a question why Samsung would use laser autofocus on its new flagship series as the company is known for bringing innovative upgrades for its new devices.

One of the other camera sensors is speculated to be a 3D ToF module. It makes sense as Note 10+ has one as well so it is possible to put it as an extra camera in the upcoming new flagship series. Therefore, what we know about those five sensors on the rectangular camera module are three of the regular cameras, one laser autofocus sensor and a 3D ToF sensor (for S11 and S11+) for now.

It is unclear if this rumour about the cameras is true, so take this with a pinch of salt. Let us know what you think about the sensors on the Galaxy S11 series! Stay tuned on TechNave.com for more phone updates.


Samsung Galaxy S11 series could come with 3D cameras next year

Reports state that Sunny Optical, which is the supplier for the Time-of-Flight module has significantly ramped up shipments to Samsung for the Galaxy S11 series smartphones. With that said, bgr.com stated that there is a big possibility that the upcoming Galaxy series smartphones could come with more ToF modules compared to its predecessor.

Logically, having more than one module for the front and back of the device would be a waste unless you need additional depth information to form a 3D model. With that said, Samsung could be keen on further developing their augmented reality and virtual reality technologies. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as there was no official statement by Samsung in regards to the upcoming Galaxy S11 smartphones.

Would you be interested in getting the new Samsung Galaxy S11 series? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S11 series to be unveiled on 11 February 2020

Recently, a Samsung promotional video has been spotted on Twitter which showcased the unveiling date of the Samsung Galaxy S11 series. Not much is exactly known in regards to the aforementioned smartphone series, other than the fact that the series will consist of the Galaxy S11, S11 Plus and potentially more.

Not only that, but it will most likely feature the 108MP which was earlier showcased on the Redmi Note 10 series. Furthermore, it is also expected to come equipped with a 120Hz display, larger battery, as well as additional Time-of-Flight sensors.

okay, so i know i deleted the tweet like three times but here goesthe galaxy Swhatever is gonna be announced on february 11th according to some invitations that i found. they look crispy. shoutout to whoever made them and another shoutout to max and brandon for posting it ♥ pic.twitter.com/z4ZRlc0uqz

With all that said, would you be interested in owning the Samsung Galaxy S11 series as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S11 series will come in 3 sizes and 108MP camera sensor

With the Samsung Galaxy S11 expected to release around Q1 2020, Evan Blass recently mentioned that the S11 series will most likely be available in three different sizes which includes a 6.4-inch, 6.7-inch as well as a 6.9-inch curved display variant. But that’s not all, XDA Developers did a little digging around and found a 108MP resolution mode in the Samsung Galaxy camera app, hinting that the upcoming devices will most likely come with a 108MP camera sensor.

However, it might not use the exact same sensors like the ones present in the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 as the Galaxy S11 smartphones will most likely come with a newer generation 108MP ISOCELL image sensor with small improvements. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as there was no official statement by Samsung in regards to the aforementioned smartphone. With that said, there is currently no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing.

Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy S11 series as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Android 7.1.1 Nougat update has arrived for ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom

Today, the ASUS ZenFone 3 Zoom (ZE553KL) has finally got its Android 7.1.1 Nougat update. ZenFone 3 Zoom users can expect a notification for the software update on their phones, or check for the update in ‘System Update’ on their ‘Settings’ screen. The new update includes a few new features for the phones, which are:

Among the new updates, perhaps the most exciting one is the Portrait Mode, as well as RAW image support. After updating your OS, you will probably notice a new interface in the camera section, the Manual Mode is replaced with a Portrait Mode button, which you can tap the modes button and switch from there. Given the phone’s dual 12MP camera sensors, the ZenFone 3 Zoom now takes two photos at the same time - the f/1.7 main camera takes a photo of the background, while the f/2.8 secondary camera takes a photo of the subject.

In addition, the update also provides upgrades in productivity and settings customization, to better personalise the users’ Android experience, such as rearranging their quick settings, silence notifications, and even cease apps from using data when they are not being used.

For more information about the phone, kindly visit ASUS Malaysia’s page here and stay tuned for more news from them at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S11 with 100MP quad-camera setup with spectrometers undergo last quality check ?

The Samsung Galaxy S11 has gone to the last quality check tests before shipment with MecaTech Systems offering testing slots. There’s still no confirmation on the tech specs but here are what we got.

From the previous rumored news we covered, it may be equipped with the Snapdragon 865 chipset and up to 12GB of RAM, an Infinity display with a larger screen ratio compared to its previous predecessor. Besides, it could sport a quad-camera setup that can go up to 5x optical zoom with Samsung’s 100MP ISOCELL camera on for the main sensor and also an added spectrometer to the camera for health tracking purposes.

Either way, do take this with a pinch of salt as it is still a long way to go for the Samsung Galaxy S11 to be out in hands. Do  stay tuned for more updates like this on TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy S2 Mini / S II Mini Price in Malaysia, Specs & Rumors

Samsung Galaxy S2 Mini rumors will be available by early 2012. The  Samsung Galaxy S2 Mini price in Malaysia is yet to be annouce.

Features and specifications are subject to change without prior notification.


Samsung Galaxy S20+ Aura Red is now available in Malaysia for RM3999

As far as any Samsung Malaysian fans know, Samsung is known to release new colour variants to their Galaxy devices lineup from time to time. They just recently released the Galaxy S20 Ultra Cloud White variant so for this time around, the company have released the Galaxy S20+ Aura Red.

According to Samsung Malaysia, the Galaxy S20+ Aura Red will be on sale for the same standard price of RM3999 and it comes with the 128GB memory variant. As for the rest of the tech specs, they remain the same such as the Exynos 990 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 4500mAh battery as well as the 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display. This goes for the quad-camera setup as well, which consists of a 12MP main + 64MP telephoto + 12MP ultrawide + Time-of-Flight depth sensor.

With the Galaxy S20+ Aura Red, this will be the company's 6th colour edition to the Galaxy S20 series lineup. On top of the aforementioned Cloud White edition, there are also the Cloud Blue, Cloud Pink, Cosmic Black, and Cosmic Gray. By the way, Samsung will also plan to release a BTS Limited Edition soon on 9 July 2020.

For more information, you can visit their official webpage right here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G Edition is coming to Malaysia soon for RM2699

Update - Samsung Malaysia has confirmed that this 4G edition will feature an Exynos 990 chipset and 128GB storage capacity

Today, Samsung Malaysia has given us a surprise that there will be a Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 4G edition coming soon to Malaysia. As a 4G edition, the price difference with the 5G model is a lot so the price tag is RM2699. It's scheduled to arrive on 11 November 2020.

In terms of tech specs, we think there's a possibility that this phone is using an Exynos 990 chipset as it was mentioned on XDA-developers.com. Apart from the chipset, the rest of the tech specs remain the same which includes the 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display, 4500mAh battery and others. We should be getting the 8GB + 256GB memory capacity as well, as the Indian market has the 128GB variant.

The Galaxy S20 FE 4G will be available in Colour Lavender, Cloud Orange and Cloud Red. We will be keeping an eye on this 4G edition's chipset in the future so stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G Camera Test Round 2 - Live Focus, Telephoto and Selfies

That's right, Samsung fans. We are back with the second round of camera tests! In case you missed the first one, you can check it out right here. Previously, we focused mainly on testing camera features like Single Take and Space Zoom. This time we would be conducting a practical camera test on Live Focus, telephoto and selfies, which many people use frequently.

It's also worth mentioning that the camera setup for the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is vastly different from its Ultra counterpart. The Galaxy Note20 Ultra uses a 108MP triple rear camera setup, whereas the former has a 12MP (main) + 8MP (telephoto) + 12MP (ultrawide) triple rear camera setup. But is it inferior because of the lower megapixel count? Check out the photos below to find out for yourself.

Most smartphone users would rely on Live Focus (Samsung's version of Portrait Mode) and selfies for their daily social media feed. There's no need for an introduction here because you'll easily find these two features on the camera user interface. So, without beating the bush too much, here are some photo samples we took!

More Live Focus photos, the background blur is perfect behind our boy, Joshua

Here, you can see that the phone is capable of using its HDR software to brighten up your selfies, even more so with Live Focus

Finally, the rear camera can also use Live Focus, and we must say we were very impressed

We had no complaints about the quality of the telephoto camera, which has up to 3x optical zoom

Since it's part of the Space Zoom function, here's a bonus of the result at 30x digital zoom!

Bonus photo - we used an ultrawide shot for this one

Finally, if you know how to play around with the lighting, you can achieve a different kind of night photo like this one

An ultrawide shot, colour contrast remains stable

Another night street photo here - you can see the texture and detail of the floor with little noise

More photos of our model, good detail as expected

We used some Live Focus here, but only at a minimal level to better focus on our model

Last one - a selfie to wrap up the night!

So, these are the photo samples that we picked and we hope you enjoyed them. Despite its lower megapixel count, the Galaxy S20 FE 5G has proven that it's capable of taking great shots, and even do more in the hands of an experienced mobile photographer. In other words, high megapixel cameras may not necessarily perform better. But what do you think of the photos? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more tech reviews like this at TechNave.com.

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G is available in six colours - Cloud Navy, Cloud Lavender, Cloud Mint, Cloud White, Cloud Orange and Cloud Red. It's now on sale for RM3399 at every Samsung Experience Store, authorised dealer and its online store here. When you purchase one, you'll get a complimentary and exclusive Clear Standing Cover worth RM119. However, the bonus is on a first-come, first-served basis, and while stocks last. You can learn more about the device right here.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE - A better Galaxy S20 version? |TechNave Unboxing and Hands-On Video

Samsung Malaysia have launched the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE in Malaysia with the price tag of RM3399. So what has Samsung upgraded or improved on this device by comparing with Galaxy S20?

The Galaxy S20 FE features a 6.5-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED Infinity-O Display with 1080 display and 120Hz refresh rate. Besides that, it comes with a Snapdragon 865 chipset instead of the Exynos chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage.

On the other hand, it comes with a triple rear camera setup, with a 12MP (ultra-wide lens) + 12MP (wide-angle lens) + 8MP (telephoto lens). Furthermore, this device sports a 4500mAh battery capacity and supports 25W fast charge but there’s only a 15W charging adapter in the box.

Lastly, check out the Galaxy S20 FE unboxing video, be sure to stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE LTE Malaysia release: SD 865 variant and priced at RM2299

Towards the end of April, we have been talking a lot about the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE LTE model and it seems that Samsung has left the cat out of the bag. On Samsung Malaysia's official store on Shopee, the phone can be seen on sale for RM2299 and we aren't sure if it was supposed to happen (because there is no official news yet). Regardless, here's what you need to know.

Compare this with the Galaxy S20 FE 5G and the current Galaxy S20 FE 4G model, the tech specs aren't that much different which is having 5G connectivity and an Exynos 990 chipset respectively. The Galaxy S20 FE LTE model features the same Snapdragon 865 chipset alongside a smaller 8GB + 128GB memory configuration. Moreover, the 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display is in FHD+ and still supports a 120Hz refresh rate, as well as a 32MP front camera as a punch-hole cutout.

Then for the triple rear camera, it's also still the same - sporting a 12MP (main) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 8MP (telephoto) setup. The battery pack is 4500mAh supporting 25W fast charging and the charging brick comes together in the box. Extra features include IP68 water and dust resistance, an in-display fingerprint sensor and wireless charging.

If you want to check out the phone, you can visit the official Shopee store for Samsung Malaysia right over here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE/Lite is rumoured to have 120Hz refresh rate and IP68 rating

Other than a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition (or Lite) is expected to come with other powerful features as well while having an interesting price. Today, a famous tipster from Twitter has revealed other tech specs of the device, hinting at a 120Hz refresh rate screen.

The famous tipster Ice Universe has posted on Twitter today leaking some of the juicy information of the upcoming device. Other than the 120Hz refresh rate, the Galaxy S20 FE/Lite is also rumoured to have a 3.3mm punch-hole to house the front-facing camera. It is said to receive an IP68 rating as well for dust and water resistance.

Galaxy Fan EditionSnap865、120Hz、3.3mm HoleIP68、Price nice 、Q4

Besides the tech specs, the tipster also mentioned that the device will be released in Q4 2020 with a "nice price tag". That makes us wonder how much will the device cost especially with some of these flagship-level features. An earlier report has stated that the device will be released in October.

Let us know what you think about the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE/Lite on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone leaks.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE/Lite's camera specs leaked, might be priced around ~RM3,189

After the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite being announced, fans must be really glad about the company's decision by launching a more affordable device but still come with the flagship-level tech specs. Therefore, it is no different this year as a Lite version of the Galaxy S20 will be launched as well. Today, the camera specs and the price of the device are leaked for you to decide if it's the kind of device you expect.

Last week, we have seen rumours saying that the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE/Lite will have Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, 120Hz screen, and IP68 rating. Now, it appears that the camera setup has been leaked as well. It is said that the device will come with a quad-camera setup that includes a 12MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and an 8MP 3x telephoto lens. At the front, it will feature a 32MP selfie camera.

Other than the camera specs, the price of the device has also been leaked. It is suggested that the Lite version of Galaxy S20 could be sold at 900,000 Won (~RM3,189). Compared to the Galaxy S10 Lite, it appears that the price of the Lite device has gotten higher this time. However, don't forget that you will be getting those powerful specs too with the price.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE/Lite was spotted on Geekbench with SD865 chipset

Now, it is time for us to guess the name of Samsung's upcoming device. Earlier, the device has been reported that it will be called Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition and some of its tech specs were leaked as well. However, a Geekbench test of the device has surfaced on the Internet today and people are now calling it Samsung Galaxy S20 Lite.

Fan Edition or Lite, the device was spotted with a model number SM-G781B on Geekbench. It features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset with a score of 737 for single-core test and 2,619 for multi-core test. Surprisingly, the device comes with a 6GB of RAM that is lower than the entire Galaxy S20 lineup, even lower than the previous Galaxy S10 Lite. It is unsure if other variants will be made available when at launch.

The Lite version of the Samsung Galaxy device is maintaining a great balance between flagship-level tech specs and affordable prices. Not only that, but the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite was the only smartphone provided with Snapdragon chipset globally. Therefore, we are glad to see that the Korean tech giant is continuing to do what they did.

Let us know what you think about the Samsung Galaxy S20 Fan Edition/ Lite on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech news.


Android 8.0 Oreo officially announced

Google have officially announced Android 8.0 Oreo with a host of new features. While Pixel and Nexus 5X/6P phones will be getting it first other brands like Essential, General Mobile, HMD Global Home of Nokia Phones, Huawei, HTC, Kyocera, LG, Motorola, Samsung, Sharp and Sony are scheduled to get their updates by the end of the year.

Here are some of the more notable Android 8.0 Oreo features:


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Malaysia release: 120Hz display and SD865 from RM3399

Samsung has officially unveiled another device to the Samsung Galaxy S20 series which is the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, which is priced at RM3399. You can pre-order the smartphone starting from 24 September until 8 October 2020, and you’ll be eligible for a bunch of free gifts worth up to RM586 such as a UV Sterilizer, cover case, and more.

In terms of the tech specs, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE comes equipped with either a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 or Exynos 990 chipset, 8GB RAM, 256GB ROM, 6.5-inch 120Hz FHD+ display, and a 4500mAh battery that supports 15W fast charging. Camera-wise, the phone has a 12MP + 12MP + 8MP triple rear camera, while the front has a 32MP front-facing selfie camera.

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is available in various colours including Cloud Mint, Cloud Navy, Cloud Lavender, Cloud Red, Cloud Orange, as well as while colour scheme. As for the features, the phone supports IP68 water and dust resistance, supports up to 30x zoom, 5G connectivity and more.

With all that said, would you be interested in pre-ordering the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE Malaysia release: featuring Snapdragon 865 chipset for RM3399

If you missed out the pre-orders on the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE, no worries - the official sales launch is now available across the country. As promoted previously, this FE edition comes in a wide array of colours which are Cloud Orange, Cloud Lavender, Cloud Mint, Cloud Navy, and Cloud White, at a recommended retail price of RM3399.

According to Samsung Malaysia, anyone who purchases the Galaxy S20 FE will also get to bring home a free Clear Standing Cover worth RM119, while stocks last. But most importantly, the local set that we are getting is using a Snapdragon 865 chipset so that's great news for smartphone enthusiasts and Samsung fans who rely on using their devices a lot. On top of that, there's also up to 256GB storage + up to 1TB expanded memory, IP68-rated, 4500mAh and many more.

By the way, the Cloud Red FE edition is not in Malaysia yet. If you want to know the rest of the tech specs, you can visit our news coverage right here. So what do you think? Are you going to get one? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE camera test - Space Zoom, Single Take, and Night Mode

Every time we post something about the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra or the Galaxy Note20 Ultra, the most common comment that we would get is about the Exynos chipset (if you know, then you know). Well, guess what? Samsung listened and you all got your wish, with the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE 5G featuring a Snapdragon 865 chipset!

We previously did two camera tests for the Galaxy S20 Ultra on its 108MP camera and Bright Night mode, which we thought came out quite well. So for this round, we have taken the Galaxy S20 FE out for a spin to test three features - Space Zoom, Single Take and Night Mode. By the way, the Galaxy S20 FE features a 12MP (main) + 8MP (telephoto) + 12MP (ultrawide) triple rear camera. Without further ado, here are the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE camera test results!

First up, we have the Space Zoom that was introduced with the Galaxy S20 series and it's a feature we've tested before. As usual, you can access it from the camera app, then either tap on the small tree icon to zoom or pinch the display to activate zooming from there. The Super Resolution Zoom is now up to 30x and not much of the Space Zoom's user interface was changed, so we will just go ahead and show you our photos.

We start with 0.5x zoom on the left, while the right photo is in normal mode

The difference between 10x and 30x digital zoom

As expected, we didn't expect the 30x zoom to be super clear but from that image, it's still seeable and the 10x zoom is still nice. It goes without saying, but you really need a tripod if you want to take some nice Space Zoom shots.

Next, Single Take is also included in the Galaxy S20 FE. If you have forgotten, its function is to help you take a variety of photos with just one shot. When you tap on it, the phone will take a minimum of 3 seconds to a maximum of 15 seconds to produce multiple photos and even short clips. You get different types from Live Photos to black and white photos, even one with a cool Boomerang filter. You can check out the photos below!

A normal (left) and portrait mode (right) photo

These two photos were taken while the photographer was moving the phone around

By the way, you can use Single Take for both the front and rear camera. So if you were at a party, you can take full advantage of this feature, letting the camera do all the work for you and adding different filters. You will have plenty of photos for your social media!

Last but not least, we also got to test out the Night Mode on the Galaxy S20 FE. This mode is pretty straight forward, so I don't think we need to tell you what it does. Due to the recent CMCO implementation, our photographer could only take some pictures from his apartment but the results are still good. You can check them out below!

So what do you think of the photos? Personally, my favourite one would be the Night Mode as Samsung has shown that they are still capable of making high-quality camera software. Single Take is also a convenient feature to have and Space Zoom is fine. Nonetheless, these three camera modes really give you on what kind of photography style you want to shoot so I'd say it's quite convenient.

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is currently on sale at every Samsung Experience Store, authorised dealer and its online store here. Slated at RM3399, the Fan Edition comes with a complimentary and exclusive Clear Standing Cover worth RM119 (it's also on a first come first served basis, while stocks last). There are also six different colours to choose from - Cloud Navy, Cloud Lavender, Cloud Mint, Cloud White, Cloud Orange and Cloud Red. You can learn more about the device right here.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE might have been confirmed?

Based on a statement by a tipster called @Boby25846908, it seems that the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE might have been confirmed and it seems to come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset. Knowing Samsung, there could be a possibility that the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE might come with an Exynos chipset outside of the US.

While not much is known in regards to the exact full tech specs, the FE will most likely have a 60Hz display and a 32MP main camera sensor. With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

Little updateGalaxy S20 FE confirmedSamsung is considering using Snapdragon 865 instead of 855 or 765G to complete with the OnePlus 8T (yes, S20 FE main competitor is the OnePlus 8T)Flat Full HD 60Hz (still doubt about the refresh rate) sAMOLED displaySamsung GD1 main sensor https://t.co/H4Uztzv4mH

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


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE performance test - Is the Snapdragon 865 version worth it?

Whenever we post something about the Samsung Galaxy S20 or Note20 series, the most common comment we would see is "Why don't we have the Snapdragon version?" There are some factors involved but it's mainly from a business point of view. Unfortunately, most fans aren't very accepting of it. Well, Samsung listened and in October, they unveiled the Galaxy S20 FE 5G.

The Galaxy S20 FE features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset (yay!), 8GB of RAM, 256GB internal storage, a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED FHD+ display, and a 4500mAh battery. Compared with the Galaxy S20, there are only some minor differences here and there. But that's not what we are here to talk about today. Instead, we are going to do some performance tests on the Galaxy S20 FE.

For smartphone reviews, it's standard practice to run benchmark tests on a device. Granted, numbers aren't everything but it's a good indicator of how well the chipset performs. Here, we used the 3DMark and Geekbench 5 benchmark apps and obtained the results below.

The scores on 3DMark in SlingShot Extreme

Starting with 3DMark, the phone scored 6655 points (OpenGL ES 3.1) and 4794 points (Vulkan) in the Sling Shot Extreme benchmark. If you compare this with other devices, its overall score of 7187 is quite good and is even slightly higher than all the Galaxy S20 series smartphones that are using the Snapdragon 865 chipset. If you're wondering about the Exynos version, let's just say it isn't in the top 30.

Onto Geekbench 5, it scored 554 points in single-core and 2924 in multi-core. If you refer to the benchmark screenshots of the Galaxy S20 Ultra and Galaxy S20+ above, you can see that the single-core performance is not anywhere near the other Galaxy S20 devices but it performs better in the multi-core segment. Now that we are done with the benchmarking, let's move on to the mobile gaming experience.

To test the Galaxy S20 FE performance on mobile gaming, the three mobile games that we have chosen were Asphalt 9, Call of Duty: Mobile, and Genshin Impact. We also set the refresh rate to the highest at 120Hz and got down to testing. In addition to that, we recorded some gameplay just so you can see how the graphics would look like on the phone.

Excuse us for the delayed audio recording, but graphics were as smooth as a baby's bottom

Started the game at 6:25 PM, battery level 92%

30 minutes later, the battery level went down 9% as expected

After around 20 minutes, another 9% of the battery was drained

Final test - Genshin Impact on FULL SETTINGS

FACE ME, STORMTERRORRRR (again, sorry for the audio delay lol)

This is how hot it gets after gaming for some time

As expected, the Galaxy S20 FE drained about 9% of battery after playing Asphalt 9 for 30 minutes (or sometimes 10%) and the same applied to COD: Mobile. It is with confidence that we say the Snapdragon 865 definitely performed well here. What's more, playing Genshin Impact on this phone feels different and the chipset does bring the best graphics performance out of the mobile game with max settings. That said, the phone does get hot while you're gaming but thanks to the polycarbonate body build, at least your fingers won't melt. Slapping a protective casing should solve any problems of it feeling warm easily.

The Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is available in six different colours - Cloud Navy, Cloud Lavender, Cloud Mint, Cloud White, Cloud Orange and Cloud Red. If you're interested, you can get it from any Samsung Experience Store, authorised dealer and Samsung's online store. At RM3399, the Fan Edition comes with a complimentary and exclusive Clear Standing Cover worth RM119, which is based on a first come first served basis, while stocks last. You can learn more about the device right here.


Samsung Galaxy S20 FE will come with six vibrant colour options

Most of the information on the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is already there and we're just waiting for the launch date to be announced. The device has shown up too many times with leaked design and tech specs, but never a release date. Now, you might need to bear with another leak of the device before the launch happens. It is reported that the Galaxy S20 FE will have as many as six colour options.

According to tipster evleaks from Twitter, the device will have six colour options including Dark Blue, Red, Orange, White, Green, and Purple. It is actually cool as it gives more choices for consumers to choose from. Now, we could only keep waiting for the launch to happen in order to see these colourful devices popping up in the stores.

To recap, the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE is going to feature a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset. It will also have a 120Hz display and comes with an IP68 rating. For photography, there would be a triple-camera setup that includes a 12MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, and an 8MP 3x telephoto lens. On the front, there would be a 32MP selfie camera.

Let us know what you think about the colours of Samsung Galaxy S20 FE on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone leaks.