Samsung patent describes roll-out flexible display device with fingerprint sensor, coming to CES 2018?

Apparently, after years of teasing the Samsung YOUM flexible display, a Samsung patent for one such device has been made. Dug up by LetsGoDigital, the patent describes a flexible and foldable colour screen that rolls up into either a cylinder or rectangular case that may have a fingerprint sensor, controller and power source.

This device made an appearance on the Samsung YOUM flexible display commercial.

No news whether it is a device or phone or the rumoured Samsung Galaxy X itself but it could well be a media reader or portable display for now. Whether or not it arrives in CES 2018 is also doubtful but it would be the best place to do so. Stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated.


Samsung patent reveals foldable tablet

While Samsung has already come out with quite a few new tablets this CES 2014, it seems that they may still have some more planned for the future. What this future tablet may look like was revealed in a recent US patent which involved a foldable tablet. While it may not be a completely bendable screen device the image shows that the tablet can fold in half and still work. No news when this might become a reality or for how much but there is already a concept video of how it might look like.


Samsung patent reveals head gesture controls, coming for the Samsung Galaxy S5?

While it was originally sent in back in July 2013, a patent published from Samsung reveals that new head gestures could come to the next Samsung Galaxy device in line, which would be the Samsung Galaxy S5. We've already got the Smart Stay and vertical scrolling feature, but the new patent will allow users to turn pages with certain head movements, followed by a wink or nod to confirm the action. While we think this could make your head look like a typewriter the patent reveals that the Samsung Galaxy S5 could be watching your head a lot more than you think, making it even more likely that an iris scanner could also be coming for the smartphone. No exact Malaysia release dates or pricing were available for the Samsung Galaxy S5 but it should be coming soon, perhaps in February 2014 when the next Mobile World Congress happens.[Source, Source]


Samsung patents Google Glass-like smartglasses

Samsung may soon come out with their own pair of smartglasses as they were recently found registering a new design patent for a pair. While it doesn't seems to have a name apart from being called "sports glasses" the patent seems to follow the general Google Glass design with a crystal display overlaying a sort of visor. This would probably not fit most prescription sunglasses but they would go well with most sports activities. Other tech specs and features include integrated earphones, a hands-free headset for answering calls, the ability to display notifications and a now standard pairing through a nearby smartphone. The glasses will connect through micro USB which sounds much better than Samsung's other wearable device but we hope there is at least WiFi this time. No news on Malaysia release dates or pricing but we will keep you posted on this.


Samsung patents artificial muscles – perfect for folding smartphones

Sci-fi is fast becoming science fact. The smartphone was inconceivable at the turn of the century, and yet we now bring supercomputers in our pockets. Now Samsung has just filed for two patents in the United States, the patents are for flexible smartphones that can bend using ‘artificial muscle’.

One patent describes “a device that has a flexible display panel and a flexible image processing board connected with at least one artificial muscle that’s configured to be deformed so that the shape can be changed when voltage is applied”. A second patent details a display panel that is split into a top and a bottom region allowing the two to be bent in half, ala flip phone.

As these are just patents, we may or may not see products that uses these technologies, but if there are demand, Samsung may just create real world products with the artificial muscles.


Apex Legends Mobile to shutdown completely on 1 May 2023

After just being released last May 2022, Apex Legends Mobile is set for complete shutdown on 1 May 2023. This surprising announcement comes from Respawn Entertainment, the company behind the mobile port of Apex Legends. They say this is because they cannot maintain the level of quality for the game experience and content due to factors beyond their control.

As of today, you can no longer buy in-game purchases at the in-game store. While we spotted it still available on Google Play today, Respawn Entertainment says that they will be removing the game from digital stores soon. Players who have installed the game can still play it for the next 90 days but there will be no refunds for any purchases made previously.

Have you been playing Apex Legends Mobile here in Malaysia? What do you think the real reason for its shutdown could be? Share your thoughts in the comments below or on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com

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Samsung patents new display technology for future foldable phones

We may soon see more foldable phone technology implemented in future smartphones, if these patents from Samsung are any indication. They have patents for just about any and every form imaginable, and we may see one (or more!) of them in the next 12 months.

The new patents from Samsung fleshed out a bit more on how a foldable mobile device might get unlocked, as well as ways to make the screen edges more useful - like deactivating touch there when a phone is open, and firing up actions for, say, a music player, when closed, depending on which side the phone lies.

Another interesting concept is the floating screen concept – which is akin to the always-on display we have right now. Basically, you just open the screen a bit to check your notifications and information that needed to be addressed by you. Stay tuned to TechNave as we gather more information on Samsung’s venture into the world of foldable screens.


Samsung patents pop-up camera design, could feature in Galaxy A series

Every year, we see smartphones improve in specs only. That's kind of sad, as it would be great to also have radically new features. That might not happen soon, but at least companies like Samsung are improving existing features. Case in point, the pop-up camera.

According to LetsGoDigital, Samsung filed a patent for a smartphone with a pop-up camera last year. Interestingly, it discusses how to implement three vertically-aligned cameras in a pop-up cylindrical housing. This camera module will be able to pop-up and even rotate with the help of a motor. Using a pop-up also means there will be no notch or punch-hole required. This should result in a device with a more immersive display.

If successfully developed, this camera system could be implemented on a Galaxy A series device, or at least that's what the source claims. Funny enough, it was recently rumoured that the Galaxy A82 would feature the same flipping camera module from the Galaxy A80. Maybe Samsung plans to switch things up here by implementing its new pop-up module instead?

Of course, this is just a wild guess based on the rumours. We'll have to wait for more official 'leaks' or teasers before we can confirm anything. Having said that, which would you prefer - the pop-up or flip camera module? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news on upcoming smartphones.


Samsung patents turning your hand into a screen using a projector on your smartwatch

Science fiction is day by day becoming science fact. We have supercomputers in our pockets, driverless cars, man went to the moon, and more exciting stuff coming our way. Samsung just filed a patent to possibly turn your hand into a touchscreen for your smartwatch!

If you remember we talked about the SkinTrack by Carnegie Mellon University here, it is about extending the screen of your smartwatch to your arm. What Samsung is trying to do is instead turn your hand into the screen itself.

The patent shows a projector shining the content of your smartwatch straight to the back of your hand, and you can access the content of your smartwatch by tapping on the back of your hands. This is truly straight out of a sci-fi novel. So what can users do with the projection? For one thing, phone numbers could be entered by tapping on the numbers projected on the watch wearer's arm or wrist. Text could be entered through the projection of a QWERTY keyboard, or by using a feature that would read handwriting from the back of your hand, or from any other place where the watch can project an image. Imagine tapping in a phone number on the back of your friends.


Samsung planning 4K display, 16MP ISOCELL camera and 64-bit processor smartphones in 2014

Samsung has some big plans for it's future smartphones as it may be offering 4K displays, 16MP ISOCELL cameras and 64-bit processors for Samsung smartphones debuting after 2014. While the 64-bit processor and 4K display news looks to be sourced from Samsung itself the 16MP ISOCELL camera news looks to be confirmed from Korean media. According to Samsung they are currently developing 4K Ultra HD resolution displays for smartphones with 3840 x 2160 pixel resolutions. These 800+ppi smartphones could come in 2015 while the other planned features such as the 16MP ISOCELL cameras and 64-bit Exynos processors could appear in 2014 model Samsung smartphones. Tech specs and details about the 16MP ISOCELL camera includes the fact that it may include wide dynamic range and auto focus but it will still be the standard 1.12 micron pixel size. Also, there is no mention of any anti-shake or optical image stabilization (OIS) features for the camera sensor as earlier reported but things could still change when next year rolls around.


Samsung planning for 3rd Unpacked event on 23 September 2020

One of the COVID-10 pandemic's direct effect is that brands now are heavily relying on online events for product releases. Perhaps its this freedom from expensive physical launches that's prompting Samsung to host a third Unpacked event, to be held on the 23 September 2020, less than two months after the last one.

In the last Samsung Unpacked, the main products released were the Galaxy Note 20, Note 20 Ultra, Galaxy Watch 3, and Galaxy Buds Live. The Galaxy Z Fold 2 was also introduced then. As you can see, there isn't much else that the company can launch now. But the slogan of "Unpacked for Every Fan" provides a very strong hint as to what it could be - the Galaxy S20 Fan Edition.

So, what can we expect from the Galaxy S20 FE? Previous leaks have indicated that this variant of the Galaxy S20 series will sport either an Exynos 990 or Snapdragon 865 chipset. It's also expected to have 6GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, 6.5-inch FHD+ screen (support 120Hz), and a 4500mAh battery. For cameras, it'll have a triple rear camera setup (12MP+12MP+8MP) and a 32MP front camera.

Of course, it's also possible that Samsung has other products to launch. What else do you want to see at the upcoming Samsung Unpacked? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates on this.


Samsung planning to proceed with the Galaxy Note 20 event but via livestream

The current pandemic has certainly forced many companies to do live streaming across the globe, in a way, this is the new normal now since it's been already 3 months and counting. Although some countries are slowly recovering at a steady pace, a news report from South Korea is claiming that tech giant, Samsung Electronics will be hosting the upcoming Galaxy Note 20 series online.

Traditionally, Samsung will always host the Galaxy Note launching event in New York City every August. Should the report be true, that means no media and tech enthusiasts will be flying there at all for a good reason. Since the pandemic is still unpredictable, it's hard to tell when the period will end and with no cure discovered yet, this could very well go on until the end of the year or perhaps even 2021. Even if the pandemic died down, it's still not really a good idea to go out to a clustered public event.

At the moment, Samsung have not confirmed anything about the Galaxy Note 20 series event yet. If anything, they will most likely have a collaboration with their branch over at the US just like always. In terms of devices, the Galaxy Note 20, Note 20+ and a new Galaxy Fold 2 are expected to be announced.

We will be keeping an eye on this, so until then stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung plans on making their ultrasonic fingerprint scanner better through updates

Samsung’s ultrasonic fingerprint scanner on the Samsung Galaxy S10 and S10+ is currently the best in the market. It is miles speedier than your standard optical fingerprint scanner that most OEMs are currently utilizing. Despite that, some users report that the fingerprint scanner is not working as well as it should.

The company has identified the problem and found that most problems occur in areas that are intensely dry, very dry fingers or when your fingerprint has scratches. The company was quick to release an update to address these issues. Regardless, the company aims to continue releasing updates to better the fingerprint scanner to make it work better.

So how is your experience with the ultrasonic fingerprint scanner has been? For the latest Samsung news and updates, make sure to check out TechNave.com!


Samsung plans to get LCD panel supply from LG Display

As reported earlier, Samsung will not produce LCD anymore after 2020. The company will cease the production of LCD and focus on other display technologies. However, it looks like the Korean tech giant is not going to stop providing LCD products, as they are planning to buy display panels from LG Display.

In the near future, Samsung might sign a deal with LG Display to get their LCD TV panel supply. Not just LG, reports have shown up earlier saying that Samsung was seeking the supply from other Chinese manufacturers as well including China Star Optoelectronics Technology, BOE Technology Group, and even Sharp Corp. LG is undeniably a huge rival to Samsung in the display industry, as the former one is known for their OLED TVs and the latter is known for its QLED TVs.

Other than that, it is also rumoured that the deal between the mentioned tech giants could be worth over 1 trillion won (~RM3 billion). Samsung has also spent another big amount of money elsewhere by investing 100 billion won (~RM3 million) to boost future development in both chip and display technology. It is said that the initiative is to assist "researchers at local universities whose projects have been delayed or suspended amid the COVID-19 pandemic.” With that said, local universities can use the company’s advanced chip equipment for research projects.

Let us know what you think about this news on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more trending tech news.


Samsung plans to include an S Pen slot for future Galaxy foldables

Samsung has introduced S Pen support for its foldables since the Galaxy Z Fold3. However, it looks like the Korean tech giant will take a step further for future folding devices by adopting a dedicated slot for the accessory.

According to the latest report, Samsung has mentioned that a dedicated S Pen slot is one of the challenges to making the foldables more popular in recent meetings with suppliers. Media outlet The Elec claims that the company originally wanted an S Pen slot on the current Galaxy Z Fold4 but ditched the idea due to thickness and weight considerations.

Not just an S Pen slot can make the foldables even better, Samsung also put thinner and lighter body, durability, a smaller display crease and more powerful cameras on the list. It's said that the Galaxy Z Fold4 was also supposed to have better cameras than what we have now. However, it's cancelled as well due to the same reason why we can't get the slot.

What do you think about Galaxy foldables with an S Pen slot? Does it make them more attractive? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung plans to push usage of Exynos chips for future Galaxy devices

Samsung produces in-house chipsets, but they barely get used by the company's own smartphones. However, things might be changing soon as the latest report claims that the Korean tech giant is planning to push the usage of the Exynos chip among the Galaxy devices.

Korean media ET News reported that Samsung Electronics is pushing to "raise the proportion" of Exynos chipsets in Galaxy phones from 20% to between 50% and 60%. It also added that Samsung's LSI division will subsequently have more than double shipments of Exynos chipsets in 2022. Besides that, an insider has informed the news outlet that Samsung has resolved two crucial Exynos issues in the next production as well, which are 5G communication and heat issues.

The push is claimed to be only happening to the mid-range and budget devices since most of them utilize Qualcomm Snapdragon or MediaTek's SoCs. However, Samsung might need to step up its game as the Exynos 1080 was deemed roughly on par with the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 and Snapdragon 780G.

Do you wish for the company to stay the same way or carry out the mentioned plan? Drop a comment to let us know your opinion and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


App Annie releases State of Mobile 2020 report with new insights for the year

For those who are curious about what apps performed best last year, App Annie has released a report for it called State of Mobile 2020. This time around, Facebook is the big winner having four of its apps listed in the Top Apps Ranking. They are Facebook Messenger (1st), Facebook (2nd), WhatsApp Messenger (3rd), and Instagram (5th).

Besides info like most downloaded apps or games, App Annie's report also summarised other mobile data collected last year to create a report that aims to provide some insights. For example, it mentioned that smartphone users spent an average of about 3 hours and 40 minutes per day on their phones last year. It also predicts that the mobile games market will hit spending of USD 100 billion (~RM406 billion), while companies could spend more than USD 240 billion (~RM976 billion) on mobile advertising in 2020.

To most of us, these insights may just be fun info to know about. But if you find it useful, you could download the full report. That said, how many of you want to read more news like this? Do let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for other news.


Samsung plans to remove one rear camera from the future Galaxy A smartphones

Samsung has been generous with the rear camera setup on the Galaxy A series smartphones by offering four sensors. However, according to this report, the Korean tech giant might stop doing so as it's said that future Galaxy A series smartphones would only have three rear cameras.

The Elec claims that Samsung could cut down one camera from the devices to focus on the core photography experience. If you're unfamiliar with the setup, it's usually a primary camera, ultrawide shooter, macro camera, and depth sensor. The one that could be facing removal is the depth sensor.

Ditching the depth sensor would reduce the costs of making the devices. Furthermore, Samsung is offering optical image stabilization to more Galaxy A smartphones, so it seems like a one-to-one exchange that is supposed to keep the fans. Depth data is pretty important for features like portrait mode, refocusing, and features related to image segmentation, but most without will still be doing fine with the help of software.

Would you rather have the depth sensor back or go with the optical image stabilization capability? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


Samsung plans to stop making new Exynos chips for the next two years

If this rumour were true, Samsung would stop using the Exynos chips on its flagship devices for quite a while. According to the report, the Korean tech giant will take time to revamp its in-house chips and not release new chips for the upcoming two years.

Most of us know that Samsung usually equips the Galaxy S devices that ship to the U.S with the Snapdragon chips and those that ship to Europe and Asia with the Exynos chips. However, the Exynos chips have received complaints regarding their performance which led to many users preferring the Snapdragon variants.

South Korean blog Naver is the one who gives out the news, saying that the Galaxy S23 will not feature the Exynos chipset at all. Instead, Samsung will take time to correct the issues. It's said that the company will launch a working group of 1,000 people in July 2022. This working group will be responsible for defining the outline of this future Exynos chip, presented as a flagship element of the brand's ecosystem.

What do you think about the news? Are you team Snapdragon or team Exynos for the Samsung Galaxy flagships? Leave a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Samsung plans to use electric vehicle battery in its smartphones

Although this sounds wild, it is doable. According to the latest report, Samsung plans to use electric vehicle (EV) battery in its smartphones. Doing so, it will allow for higher capacity in a similar-sized package.

Korean media outlet The Elec reports that the stacking method used in the EV battery allows at least a ten per cent increase in the battery capacity. The current smartphone batteries produced by Samsung use the "flat jelly roll" method, which limits the space for additional capacity as the company needs to consider the natural swelling of the battery during charge and discharge.

If it's used, a smartphone battery that is at 5,000mAh using the current method can go up to a 5,500mAh capacity without any increase in size. Samsung might even shrink the size of the batteries but maintain their capacitiy. The report also mentions that the Korean company could start a pilot line at its Tianjin plant in China, while the production line will take place in its home country.

Are you excited about the technology? Drop a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


Samsung posted its One UI 4 release schedule and took it down for unknown reasons

Samsung might be ready to release the stable version of One UI 4 soon after having a beta rollout for the OS update in September. Until now, we can finally know exactly when the company will push the update to its devices, as a now-deleted schedule got spotted earlier.

According to the schedule, Samsung will first make the update available for its latest flagship series, Galaxy S21, as early as this month. In December, devices including Galaxy Z Fold3, Galaxy Z Flip3, S20 series, Note 20 series, Z Fold2, and the first-gen Z Flip 5G will be getting it as well.

After that, it goes on to the S20 FE, Note 10 series, S10 series, Fold 5G, Z Flip in January 2022. The A52s 5G and A42 5G are in the queue, as well as the Quantum2. In February, only two devices get listed. They are the Galaxy Tab S7 and Galaxy Tab S7+. For the subsequent months, it will be the turn for a bunch of A-series phones.

If you are a user of one of these Samsung devices, would you click on update once it's available? Let us know by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Samsung predicts mobile trends for 2016 along with our take as well

Ben Wood, Chief of Research, CCS Insight recently dropped us a line on Samsung's 2016 Mobile Trends. Confirming what we've seen ourselves, smartphones have reached the stage where all smartphones are in a "sea of sameness". While innovation is few and far in between like Samsung's Galaxy Edge dual-curved display and Apple's recent 3D Touch feature, this does not mean that innovation will stop. According to CCS Insight, 1.63 billion smartphones will sell in 2016 alone. As Samsung and Apple clash, new industry players like Huawei are also on the rise.

He also anticipates that wearables like smartwatches are going to become even more popular in 2016. While we do agree with that (see our new smartwatch section!) we're a bit wary about calling "2016 to be a tipping point for wearables" especially as the main problem of battery life has yet to be addressed. Recent introductions of more affordable wearables like the Honor Band Z1 for just RM259 are definitely making wearables more affordable and therefore more in reach for the normal user. However, we estimate that smartwatches have to be at least half the price of entry-level smartphones before it can reach any form of "tipping point" just yet.

According to CCS Insight, smartphones will continue to play an important role in 2016 and the future and we also agree with that point. However, infrastructure will no doubt have to follow suite with more reliable methods of e-payment than our current systems (I think practically everyone has had a problem with Touch'n'Go or Smart Tag). When we can fully utilize our phones and wearables to make payments then we will see that "tipping point" occur, at least here in Malaysia. Will VR play a role too? Maybe. We think it is still early days yet.


Samsung prepared a huge list of Galaxy devices for Android 13

If you have been paying attention lately, more Android brands such as Samsung are promising at least three years of Android OS upgrades. This year, Android 13 will be released in the third quarter of the year and Wccftech.com has listed down all the Samsung Galaxy devices that will be upgraded.

For starters, the main Galaxy S flagship models are definitely getting an upgrade. That being said, only the S20 series and above are getting it. In the list, the only S10 model that will have it is the Galaxy S10 Lite for some reason. This goes the same for the Galaxy Note 10 Lite.

Besides the flagships, plenty of the Galaxy A and Galaxy M series are getting the upgrade, even the old models. Well, you can just check out the list below by yourself:

That's a lot of devices but the source didn't really give an official timeline for each model. Well, if you happen to have one of these, it's pretty safe to say that your device will have Android 13 at some point. Remember, a new Android update usually happens towards the end of the year. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung presented RAM that comes with AI capabilities

Artificial intelligence is applied in many technology products nowadays, from home appliances to personal devices like smartphones. Now, Samsung has announced that it has found a way to incorporate the concept into its RAM modules and calling it "processing-in-memory (PIM) technology".

"Samsung's LPDDR5-PIM mobile memory technology can provide independent AI capabilities without data center connectivity," claimed the company in an official press release. Furthermore, the "simulation tests have also shown that the LPDDR5-PIM can more than double performance while reducing energy usage by over 60% when used in applications such as voice recognition, translation and chatbot."

The source mentions that the technology could be seen on budget smartphones in the future. With it, smartphone manufacturers can opt for cheaper processors and transfer some heavy-duty tasks to the RAM. Currently, Samsung hasn't revealed when the technology will get commercialized, but it’s aiming to complete the standardization of PIM technology in the first half of 2022.

What do you think about the news? Share your thoughts with us on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Samsung presents Triangle Room Air-Conditioner with Virus Doctor feature from RM1919 onwards

Getting tired of the hazy situation in Malaysia? Well, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has a solution just for you, presenting the Triangle Room Air-Conditioner (RAC). What's so special about this AC is that it features an exclusive air purifying Virus Doctor Technology that filters ultra-fine dust of up to 99%, neutralising harmful bacteria, dust, and viruses in the air.

Staying true to its name, its triangular body design allows more space for the wide blade and fan (50% larger) which results a faster and stronger wind. With that, it can cool an area 43% faster than your traditional air-cons, without consuming too much power and electricity costs. In addition, it also features Digital Inverter technology and Good Sleep, which can save up to to 68% on the user's energy cost.

Samsung's Triangle RAC is currently available in across all Malaysia Samsung stores and dealerships, with a recommended retail price from RM1919 to RM3449. And in conjunction with Samsung's Joy of Unconditional Love promotion, every purchase of the Triangle Air Conditioner entitles purchasers to an installation rebate of up to RM400 depending on the model purchased.

For more information on the Triangle RAC, visit their website to check it out.


Samsung presents the Galaxy A8s with an in-display front camera concept

It wasn't that long ago that Samsung revealed some plans of working on an in-display front camera, and we thought that the demo unit will be ready probably next year but surprise surprise, it already made a visual appearance at an event in China and it's dubbed as the Samsung Galaxy A8s.

Note that we wrote the Galaxy A8s made a visual appearance so the unit wasn't really there in the flesh, but we got a really good look of what to expect and to be honest, it looks really weird because of the hole on top. Moreover, Samsung didn't really go into details of the specifications and features of the said device but it's very likely that the company will be the first to do this with a “first-time adoption” technology.

From the teaser image, Samsung has been experimenting the front camera's position so it can either end up in the middle, top left or top right. The bottom chin looks narrower than ever but still slightly thicker than the rest of the side bezels. Rumours have it the Galaxy A8s will use a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset, 3000mAh battery and its screen panel's aspect ratio is 19.5:9.

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


Samsung presents the all new Samsung Galaxy Tab S3 for RM2999

Samsung Malaysia Electronics finally announces the availability of the latest line of Samsung Tablets, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S3.

Equipped with an S Pen and powerful performance, the Galaxy Tab S3 is designed to be a versatile computing device as well as a tool of productivity all in a beautiful, sleek premium tablet.

The Galaxy Tab S3 will have the following specifications:

Of course, no Samsung tablet will be complete without their premium features which also can be seen below:

Unveiled at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2017, the Galaxy Tab 3 will also feature a cinema-like experience with a whopping 4K video playback on a stunning Super AMOLED display. Gaming would also be seamless with the equipped Vulkan API for superior graphical performance. With the Tab S3’s fast-charge capabilities and 6000mAh battery capacity, you can almost guarantee that your entertainment needs will not be interrupted by a sudden need to charge.

With Samsung Flow, a safe, fast and secure login is also guaranteed and can wirelessly tether compatible devices to transfer your documents to and fro a mobile device. On top of that, you can sync the Tab S3 to your mobile to receive notifications while doing work – making working on the go perpetually seamless.

Samsung is also offering Pogo Keyboards to compliment and protect your Galaxy Tab S3. The pin-connected keyboard locks into place securely for a more convenient and productive work device. The Pogo Keyboard Cover comes in Gray and retails at RM499.

Looking for a more affordable option to protect your brand new Galaxy Tab S3? Samsung is also offering a new selection of Galaxy Tab S3 covers that also acts as a stand for your tablet. The Book Covers are also designed to magnetically attach the S Pen for quick access. Available in Black, White and Green colours, it retails at a price of RM199.

The Galaxy Tab S3 is available in Malaysia at Samsung Experience Stores nationwide, including e-commerce partners Lazada and 11street, as well as authorised dealers starting 1st June 2017. Offered in understated Black and Silver colours to suit the refined tastes of modern millennials, the powerful tablet retails at an attractive recommended retail price of RM2,999 inclusive of 6% GST.


Apparently the OPPO Reno5 series will feature luminous materials?

It seems that a statement by sina.com.cn, seems that the OPPO Reno5 series might feature “luminous materials” on the smartphone. While not much is known in regards to what exactly “luminous materials” mean, our source did mention that it could provide improvements in terms of facial recognition.

As for the tech specs, the series will come equipped with either a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G or Dimensity 1000+ depending on the variant, and it supports up to 65W fast charging. As for the camera, it has a 64MP main sensors in the rear while the front comes with a 32MP selfie camera.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that OPPO has yet to provide an official statement on the leaked info. 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 OPPO Reno5 as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung presents the industry's first GDDR6 memory chip with 24Gb/s speed

Samsung has introduced the industry's first Graphics Double Data Rate 6 (GDDR6) DRAM memory chip that provides speeds of 24Gb/s. The chip will deliver approximately 33% faster performance than the previous 18Gb/s solutions while consuming less power.

According to the report, Samsung has started the trial shipments of the chip. When it's commercially available, you'll probably see it in the next generation of portable computers, artificial intelligence and high-performance computing systems, game consoles, and more.

Coming to the technical part, the chip is manufactured using HKMG (High-K Metal Gate) technology, first adopted in Samsung GDDR6 memory in 2018. It's said that replacing the insulator with HKMG material reduces leakage and improves performance. Furthermore, the production uses a 10 nanometer (1z) class deep ultraviolet (EUV) photolithography process.

The chip will also feature low-power options to help extend laptop battery life, with Dynamic Voltage Variation (DVS) technology that automatically adjusts operating voltage based on performance requirements. Samsung will release 20 and 16 Gb/s chips that will achieve approximately 20% higher power efficiency at 1.1V; compared to industry standard 1.35V.

What do you think about Samsung's new GDDR6 memory chip? Drop a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Samsung products received 46 awards from CES 2020

Winning awards for Samsung is not a special occasion anymore as the company has been awarded quite a lot of times on different platforms. The products manufactured by Samsung that have shocked and wowed the crowd this year definitely deserve the recognition. The technology giant brought home 46 CES 2020 Innovation Awards for Outstanding Design and Engineering. Let’s dig into this article to find out what are those products!

Samsung has always been aggressive when it comes to innovations of new technology products. Despite some difficulties faced after announcing the Samsung Galaxy Fold, the company still managed to fix the display issue and gained enough attention for its first-ever folding smartphone. Its Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Plus 5G and two other Samsung Visual Display products are also the winners of the Best Innovation awards.

Besides that, the other winning products include some of the best from Samsung like the Samsung Galaxy Note 10/10 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S10 5G, Samsung Galaxy A50, and Samsung Galaxy Watch Active2. Other than Samsung products, services like Samsung Pay and Samsung Global Goals App have also won by offering convenience and serving the good cause to the public. Samsung 30.72TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSD has also been awarded being the industry's fastest and largest capacity solid state drive.

It is always surprising to see the tech giant pushing themselves to adapt the latest technology to their products or even come out with a whole new one. For this, we can’t wait for the magic tricks Samsung is going to show us in the future.

Next year’s CES Exhibition is going to be held from 7th to 10th in January 2020 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. For more tech news, stay tuned on TechNave.com!


Samsung products up to 45% discount on Shopee Super Brand Day!

If you surf on Shopee often, you probably have come across Shopee's Super Brand Day campaign. This time around, it will be Samsung Electronics turn coming soon starting from 29 July until 1 August 2019 where attractive deals and discounts will appear.

Under the theme "Now's Your Chance", there will be several Samsung products on sale on a massive discount. For instance, the Samsung Galaxy A30, Galaxy S10 and Galaxy Tab A 8.0 will be on a 40% off. Speaking of gadgets, the Galaxy M10 and Galaxy M20 will be just RM389 and RM659 respectively (initially RM449 and RM799). For home appliances, the Samsung Grill Microwave Oven, Samsung Smart Full LED TV, Samsung Washing Machine and many more will be on sale up to 45% off.

There's also a Spin the Wheel where customers stand a chance to win a total prize pool worth up to RM12,500 such as the Samsung 55" 4K SMART QLED TV, Samsung Galaxy A80 Blackpink Edition, Samsung Galaxy Earbuds, 200,000 Shopee coins, and more. Then finally, on 31 July, there will be a Shopee Live Session at 1 PM where customers can enjoy exclusive Samsung deals and purchases, stand a chance to win a Galaxy A50 by guessing the correct code to unlock the phone, as well as watching a special unboxing of the Galaxy A80 BLACKPINK Edition.

Sounds like a fun campaign for Samsung fans, be sure to drop by if you're interested! Stay tuned for more local tech deals at TechNave.com.


Samsung received 5 best awards and got first place in Asia's Top 1000 Brands 2020

Samsung hit no.1 again and this is the company's 9th time winning in a row, they have been rated as the most popular brand in Asia. A report had shown that among the 1000 electronic companies in the rank, Samsung is the first choice based on consumer insights.

This result is based on the market survey conducted by Campaign Asia-Pacific and Nielsen, with a number of factors including different regions, age, gender, and monthly household income. They have done 8400 surveys across 14 different countries in Asia including Australia, China, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. The company also took the first spot across all 5 different categories including the strongest local brand, the brand with the best record on sustainability, as well as the top brand in the mobile, TVs, and smart home technology categories.

The 1000 companies chart by Campaign Asia-Pacific

In my opinion, Samsung did come out with a wide variety of electronic devices to the consumers. The other companies in the rank also include Apple in 2nd place, followed by Panasonic, LG, Nestle, Sony, Nike, Chanel, Google, and Philips. But do you think Samsung deserves the awards? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung reduces the price of selected Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones

Samsung has officially announced that they will be permanently reducing the recommended retail price of selected Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones, namely the Galaxy A71, A31, A21s, A11, as well as the A01 smartphones. Furthermore, in terms of the pricing, the Galaxy A71, A31, as well as the A21s, will be priced at RM1699, RM999, and RM899 respectively while the Galaxy A11 and A01 will be priced at RM529 and RM399 respectively.

With all that said, if you want to find out more information in regards to all the smartphone mentioned above, head over to Samsung’s official website. You can check out our article on how to pick the right Galaxy A series for you if you’re not sure which smartphone to get.

What are your thoughts on the price cut of the Samsung Galaxy A series smartphones? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung registers a patent for automatic calorie and nutrition tracking

As smartwatches improve, we've seen more health-related features than lifestyle ones added. Samsung's next smartwatch could have new or improved health-tracking features. And sources believe that one of them could be automatic calorie nutrition tracking.

Recently, a new Samsung patent was spotted on the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website. The patent describes a feature that could appear in future Galaxy Watch series smartwatches. In theory, this feature would allow Samsung's smartwatches to automatically calculate the calories that the user consumes.

Based on the document, the smartwatch will use an LED and spectroscope for the relevant measurements. It compares the data from before and after you've eaten, then use an algorithm to calculate the calories consumed. Currently, smartwatches can only track calories by having users manually input the data about what they eat or drink.

If this feature works accurately, it could become an effective way for people to track their calorie intake. Mind you, we can't confirm if it'll be ready for implementation in this year's Galaxy Watch6 series. But if it does, will it be a meaningful upgrade for you? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates.


Samsung reimaging the notification LED concept with Smart Glow

Samsung may just turn phone design on its head soon, if this feature concept becomes true. The Smart Glow is the company’s attempt to turn the standard notification LED into something more interactive.

Smart Glow is basically a multi-color LED ring going around the camera of a phone. We may see it soon on the upcoming Samsung Galaxy J2 (2016). Users will be able to customize Smart Glow by assigning specific colours to certain contacts or applications, so they are aware of new notifications even when the phone is lying face down.

This new implementation of a notification system may just be the ticket for more features in affordable smartphones as it gives it more value for money, rather than just the standard single LED that is now standard fare.


Samsung released Star Wars edition Galaxy Note 10+ pricing at ~RM5410

Samsung just rolled out a Star Wars edition Samsung Galaxy Note10+ to mark the release of The Rise of Skywalker which will be available in theaters from 19 December. The device has chosen to join the ‘dark side’ and the sleekly-designed smartphone really got our hearts. Let’s check out how the device looks like!

The special edition Galaxy Note10+ assembles the vibe of Kylo Ren, who first appeared in The Force Awakens as Han Solo and Leia Organa’s son. The dark-themed device sports a black-and-red colour scheme and it also comes with a lightsaber-like red S Pen.

In the box, a pair of Galaxy Buds, a Ren-themed leather case, and a Ren-themed metal badge will be included as well. The Galaxy Buds comes with a cool red inner casing that you can show off with style. Samsung has also added Star Wars exclusive themes into the phones that include wallpapers, icon packs, and ringtones.

This special edition Note 10+ will be sold in 15 markets that include the UK, France, Germany, Russia, Hong Kong, and Spain starting from 10 December 2019. For the US, it will be released on 13 December as an unlocked version selling at the price of 1299.99 USD (~RM5410.60) at Amazon. However, there is no news whether it will be hitting the Malaysian market yet.

May the force be with you for those who are planning to get this device! For more tech news, stay tuned on TechNave.com!


Samsung released a behind-the-scenes video of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 & Galaxy Z Flip 4

Just recently, Samsung released a video showcasing the Galaxy Z's series folding testing process. It's not just a rigorous testing process, but a reliability testing of its Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 smartphones.

The video showed all the important processes such as the back cover assembly and compression, and functional testing with a stylus-like machine. Testing on the folding mechanism wasn't enough, as the company also put the devices through rigorous testing in network connection, camera, and wireless charging to ensure safety.

Furthermore, the devices also went through a big water splash to see how much resistance they can take. Suffice to say, the Galaxy Z Fold 4 can take it quite well and also got folded multiple times (including the button pressing performance). Also, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 made its appearance during the water resistance test by being submerged in a water tank.

By the way, Samsung Malaysia is still holding the launch sales of the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Z Flip 4 until 30 September 2022. Customers can still get exclusive gifts worth up to RM1398 or even trade in and own them for as low as RM1969. You can find out more information about the launch promotions here, as well as the Galaxy Flextival Roadshow here.


Samsung released a short film for this festive Raya season on Youtube

In conjunction with the Raya festivities, Samsung has released a short film on Youtube with the title “Seringgit”. The six-minute short film is based around rediscovering the true spirit of Raya, and the act of carrying on the tradition in a progressive society.

You can watch the short film below, or you can catch it on Samsung Malaysia’s official Youtube channel. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apparently the OnePlus Nord N100 is capable of running the display at 90Hz

Based on a statement by AndroidAuthority.com, it seems that OnePlus’ Nord N100 budget smartphone will come equipped with a 90Hz capable display panel. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date of the aforementioned smartphone, we do know that it will most likely be unveiled somewhere around the end of 2020.

To go into more detail, the screenshot provided by the source clearly shows that the Nord N100 does support 90Hz, which is weird because the smartphone was initially marketed to come equipped with a 60Hz display instead.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the OnePlus Nord N100 coming equipped with a 90Hz display? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung releases Galaxy A50s and A30s with triple rear cams, in-display fingerprint tech starting from ~RM990

Just recently in India, Samsung has released two new A-series smartphones over there. Known as the Galaxy A30s and Galaxy A50s, these two are the new successors to the previous Galaxy A30 and Galaxy A50 respectively that were introduced in Malaysia earlier this year.

Starting with the Galaxy A50s, this device sports a 6.4-inch Infinity-U Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2340 × 1080. It is equipped with an Exynos 9610 chipset, 4GB or 6GB of RAM, 128GB ROM storage, a built-in 4000mAh battery capacity, and supports 15W fast charge. There's also an in-display fingerprint technology as well.

Like most new devices nowadays, the Galaxy A50s is also equipped with a triple rear camera comprising a 48MP (main sensor) + 8MP (super wide-angle lens) + 5MP (depth) sensor, whereas the 32MP sensor sits in the front.

Since there are two variants, the 4GB + 128GB model is priced at 22,990 rupees (~RM1340) and the latter is 24,999 rupees (~RM1456). Also, both devices share the same black, violet and white option.

Next, the Galaxy A30s features a 6.4-inch Infinity-V Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 1560 × 720, an Exynos 7904 chipset, 4GB of RAM, 64GB ROM storage, 4000mAh battery, as well as supporting 15W charging technology and in-display fingerprint technology.

Like the Galaxy A50s, the Galaxy A30s also has a triple rear camera module using a 25MP (main sensor) + 8MP (super wide-angle lens) + 5MP (depth) sensor. The front-facing camera is 16MP and it cost 16,999 rupees (~RM990).

Given that the predecessors were released in Malaysia a few months ago, we think the Galaxy A50s and Galaxy A30s will also come into the Malaysia market. Until then, stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung releases Mamee Monster, Inside Scoop and airasia limited edition Galaxy Straps

Samsung has announced the release of three new limited edition Galaxy Straps based on popular Malaysian brands. Available on the Samsung Malaysia Online Store and free with every purchase of the Galaxy Cover with Strap, the straps are made in collaboration with Mamee Monster, Inside Scoop and airasia.

In a statement today, Samsung said that the company alongside the three local brands are embracing openness and striving to go beyond the ordinary with the collaboration. If you’re a fan of the designs, make sure to grab them ASAP as they’re only available from now until 30 June 2022.

The Galaxy Straps themselves are part of Samsung’s initiative to create a product that is sustainable yet stylish at the same time. Moreover, the designs are definitely fun and unique, especially if you’re a fan of Mamee Monster, Inside Scoop or airasia.

For more information on the limited edition Galaxy Straps, do visit Samsung’s official website here. As always, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news from Malaysia and beyond!


Samsung releases another Galaxy S6 or Galaxy S6 Edge teaser video, more hints dropped

Samsung has been going on a teaser video frenzy lately for the upcoming Samsung Unpacked event with most of them on the SamsungMobile twitter channel. Many are expecting the Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge to make an appearance and from all the hints in the teasers this could well be so. While no actual tech specs or features are mentioned the teasers do indicate that we could see an all metal or premium body, intelligent camera, front stereo speakers, curved borderless displays, wireless charging and an experience like no other. Unfortunately, we've heard all that before for the previous Samsung Galaxy flagships. Thankfully, we won't have to wait long to find out as the next Samsung Unpacked event is set for 1 March 2015, which is just next week. Check out the teaser video below for yourself.


Samsung releases another teaser trailer for Galaxy Note 4

The Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is just a week away from it's official announcement, so Samsung have started increasing the hype by releasing trailers of the phablet in action. We've already seen one highlighting the S Pen's writing and note taking capabilities, so it makes sense that one showing it's other uses would come up as well. It appears that the S Pen is still as accurate as before and you can do everything from photo editing to playing games with it. Older features like the Air Command menu are still there as well but we've yet to see anything new just yet. Perhaps it is more of a hardware refresh than a feature refresh, but we should find out more as soon as next week. In the meantime, do check out the video for yourself below:


Samsung releases free Disney & Pixar wallpapers for Galaxy S10/S10e

If you're a Redditor and a Samsung Galaxy S10 user, there's a good chance that you have stumbled upon some cool fan-made wallpapers like we did to hide the notch on top. It took Samsung a really long time but finally, the company and Disney have collaborated and released nice looking Disney wallpapers for free.

From Frozen to Zootopia, the special Disney wallpapers are free to download for Galaxy S10 and Galaxy S10e owners and if you want other types of wallpapers, they are also available at the Galaxy Store when you search in settings. But honestly, though, you can always go to the Reddit forum here and get it yourself manually.

Note - Wallpaper availability may vary by region and device model

Samsung is planning to expand more Infinity-O background wallpapers with other potential collaborations in the near future, so keep an eye out for that and which one is your favourite? Stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung releases new curved gaming monitor with 240Hz refresh rate for RM1699

While there are a couple of gaming monitors in the market, Samsung is not usually known for it but that doesn't stop them from manufacturing one. So today, Samsung Malaysia has just announced a new 27-inch CRG5 (C27RG5) gaming curved monitor for RM1699 in Malaysia for purchase.

Going into the tech specs, the gaming monitor has a 1500R display curvature and gamers can be assured of a smooth gaming experience playing games on an ultra-high setting thanks to the 240Hz RapidCurve technology. Combining with the G-Sync compatibility mentioned earlier, it can deliver low-latency gameplay in 1920 x 1080 resolution (FHD+). In addition, it has a wide viewing angle, along with deep blacks and bright whites (3000:1 contrast ratio).

Like any gaming monitors, gamers can pre-select display options for any game genre and even customize it to have three separated display profiles. It can also be used as an edge-to-edge screen side by side.

The CRG5 curved gaming monitor can be purchased at every Samsung Online Stores and authorised dealers nationwide. To find out more information, you can visit their webpage here.


Samsung releases new monitors for productivity and play + new Q-Series Soundbars

Besides the Neo QLED 8K and some new lifestyle TVs, Samsung also introduced a couple of monitors and soundbars from their Unbox & Discover livestream. From gaming to casual usage, here's what you need to know about the new devices.

First up, the first monitor Samsung presented was none other than the Odyssey G9. First debut in 2020, this model is improved with a Quantum MiniLED display and premium gaming features such as 240Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time. The 1000R screen curvature is now combined with Quantum MiniLED display technology which can definitely give gamers a new visual experience. There are also other variants - G7, G5 and G3.

On the other hand, there's a new Samsung Interactive Display FLIP 75-inch monitor. It's a new digital whiteboard that lets you write, draw, and edit on and can be used in a classroom, the office, or at home. It features a 4K resolution and mainly designed for collaboration, increase productivity and real-time content sharing up to 20 via personal devices. Lastly, Samsung also unveiled a new Smart Monitor which is a "do-it-all" monitor that is compatible with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Wireless DeX, and Apple AirPlay 2.

To the audio corner, Samsung is launching a 2021 Q Series lineup which includes new Q-Symphony technology that delivers 3D sound. One of the newest audio devices is the Q950A which is the industry's first 11.1.4 channel sound speaker, alongside Bass Boost and Tap Sound. Tap Sound is a new feature that lets the user play music from their mobile devices.

Samsung Malaysia is probably bringing in some of the new monitors and soundbars into the Malaysian market, so we shall wait and see. There's no official price tag as well so until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung releases official Galaxy Note 8 image samples online

No doubt that the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is the hottest news this week, making a comeback with a bang, the phablet flagship has finally joined the trend of integrating dual rear cameras behind using two 12MP sensors with an aperture of f/1.7 and f/2.4. Each sensor also serves a different role as a wide-angle lens, then the telephoto lens as the secondary camera. But does it capture awesome pictures?

Well, looks like Samsung took the liberty to hire a photographer to take many photo samples from the Note 8. You can check out some of them below and more here if you want to see more. Enjoy!

This should be the one with Live Focus mode, the bokeh behind is quite nice

Low-light setting, noise is a bit visible on the subject's face but it's fine

Once again, the water in the background "freezes"

So what do you think? Personally, I think they look quite good but at this moment, it's a bit tricky to judge its quality since it's released by Samsung. We will definitely test the camera quality when we get out hands on the review unit, so stay tuned for that at TechNave.com and also feel free to check out our hands-on picture of the device here.


Samsung releases official statement on the Galaxy Fold display issue

So you probably have seen news about the Samsung Galaxy Fold already. Samsung has already sent a couple of boxes to a few celebrities doing their own unboxing and it was exciting. But that all came down crashing when several reports of the foldable phone screen began cracking. This doesn't look too well for Samsung, but this is what they have to say with an official statement:

"A limited number of early Galaxy Fold samples were provided to media for review. We have received a few reports regarding the main display on the samples provided. We will thoroughly inspect these units in person to determine the cause of the matter.

Separately, a few reviewers reported having removed the top layer of the display causing damage to the screen. The main display on the Galaxy Fold features a top protective layer, which is part of the display structure designed to protect the screen from unintended scratches. Removing the protective layer or adding adhesives to the main display may cause damage. We will ensure this information is clearly delivered to our customers."

In other words, turns out that it was because of the protective layer that was removed and admittedly like us, we usually would remove it on any other phone review units because we want to get the true "feel" of the touch screen. But looks like this is not advisable for the Galaxy Fold.

On the other hand, this is also an odd situation because just last month, Samsung assured us that the Galaxy Fold was trialled and tested, being able to fold up over 200,000 times and this seems contradictory right now. Whatever the case may be, we just hope Samsung can come forward and clean about the issue just like they did with the forgotten Galaxy Note 7 (you know, that battery issue).

The Samsung Galaxy Fold is scheduled to arrive in Malaysia on 3 May 2019, stay tuned for our official news coverage only at TechNave.com.


Samsung releases the roadmap for One UI 5.0 update

Samsung has kickstarted the rollout of the stable Android 13 update to its devices. The company announced the roadmap for the devices eligible for the One UI 5.0, and it has begun with the Galaxy S22 series.

The Galaxy S21 will be the next batch getting the update in November. Meanwhile, the Korean firm also aims to push the update to the Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Z Flip 3, Galaxy Note 20 series, Galaxy S20 series, Galaxy Tab S8 series, Galaxy Tab S7 series, Galaxy Quantum 3, Galaxy A53 5G, and Galaxy A33 5G next month.

After those mentioned devices, Samsung will continue with the Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy Z Flip 5G, Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy S20 FE, Galaxy Tab S7 FE, Galaxy Tab S7 FE 5G, Galaxy Tab S6 Lite, Galaxy A Quantum, Galaxy A Quantum 2, Galaxy A52s 5G, Galaxy A51, Galaxy A51 5G, Galaxy A42 5G, Galaxy A32, Galaxy Jump, and Galaxy Jump 2 before the end of this year.

The roadmap extends to next year, consisting of Galaxy Tab A8, Galaxy Tab A7 Lite, Galaxy Tab Active 3, Galaxy Buddy 2, Galaxy Wide 6, Galaxy Wide 5, Galaxy Buddy, Galaxy A23, Galaxy A13, Galaxy M12, and Galaxy Xcover 5 in January. In February 2023, the Galaxy Tab Active 4 Pro will only get the taste of Android 13. Other eligible devices not mentioned will receive the update later in the year.

It's worth noting that the roadmap is for the domestic market, which is South Korea. International release might vary, but not much. Therefore, those with these devices can still expect a similar time frame to get the update. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


Apparently the upcoming iPhone 9 might come equipped with a home button

Based on a statement by Evan Blass, Apple’s upcoming iPhone 9 due to be unveiled somewhere around March 2020 comes equipped with a physical home button. While not much known is in regards to the exact tech specs of the aforementioned smartphone, we know that it might come equipped with a single rear camera as well as a single front-facing selfie camera.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement in regards to the leaked info. Would you be interested in getting the iPhone 9? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung releases their first gaming monitor - the CFG70 with Quantum Dot curved display starting RM1699

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has entered the Malaysian competitive gaming scene by launching a new Quantum Dot curved display - the CFG70 Gaming Monitor. This also marks as the company’s first ever gaming monitor utilizing Samsung’s Quantum Dot technology, which is priced at RM1699 for the 24-inch model, and RM2099 for the 27-inch model, customers can now pre-order the gaming monitor at Lazada from 19 - 26 January 2017.

The CFG70 expresses a 125% sRGB spectrum, with an added 3000:1 contrast ratio and even amplifies previously-hidden gaming details in both light and dark settings. Combining with Samsung’s advanced motion blur reduction technology with its VA panel, it can produce a 1ms moving picture response time (MPRT) and reduces display transitions between moving and animated objects. Furthermore, the gaming monitor also integrates AMD FreeSync Technology over HDMI functionality to synchornize the screen’s 144Hz refresh rate.

On the design aspect, the “Super Arena” design features a 1800R curvature and 178-degree ultra-wide viewing angle, to match the natural curve of the human eye. it was even named as a recipient of Good Design Awards by the Japan Institute of Design Promotion (JDP). The monitor also complements FPS, RTS, RPG and AOS mode to suit the gamer’s gaming and immersing experience.

The support hinge for the gaming headphone

The first 100 customers who pre-order the CFG70 gaming monitor during 19 - 26 January window period, will be granted a free gift worth up to RM264. The gaming monitor will be available for offline purchase at selected retail outlets starting 27 January 2017 onward.


Samsung releases three short videos promoting their Galaxy A series

Sometime today Samsung released three video commercials highlighting their Samsung Galaxy A series in terms of design, camera and mobile payment. These short promotional videos show off the metal and glass designs of the phones, their f/1.9 camera with OIS in action, and the seamless process of paying with Samsung Pay. Well, if you haven't heard of Samsung Galaxy A (2016) series, the series includes the model Galaxy A3 (2016), Galaxy A5 (2016), Galaxy A7 (2016) and Galaxy A9 (2016). The first three were recently launched in Malaysia but check out their short promotional videos below.


Samsung remained silent about the Galaxy Note series' future while a leak claimed that it has ended

When Samsung unveiled the Samsung Galaxy S21 series, we learn that only the Galaxy S21 Ultra can support an S Pen stylus. But what does this mean for the Galaxy Note series? Although Samsung did confirm that the Galaxy Note 21 series is in development, they seem quite dodgy about it and Twitter leakster, @UniverseIce is claiming that it's the end of the flagship.

For those who don't know, @UniverseIce is a reputable leakster and the fact that he tweeted about the end of the Galaxy Note series says a lot. In his tweet, all he did was posting "The End" along with the Galaxy Note as the caption. To further back this up, there was an interview with Dr TM Roh President and Head of Mobile Communications Business, Samsung Electronics and he purposedly dodged a question about Galaxy Note series' fate.

In the QnA session, the question was about "Samsung’s signature S Pen experience is now available with Galaxy S21 Ultra. What does this mean for the Note Series?" While TM Roh responded to it, he only talked about the company's plan to 'expand the S Pen experience across additional device categories in the future'. I don't know about you, but it seems that Samsung may have thrown in the towel on the Galaxy Note series.

Moreover, Gizmochina.com also ran a poll on asking if 'Samsung should terminate the Galaxy Note series' and there was a split between yes and no. But what do you folks think? Do you want the Galaxy Note series to continue? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung remains Top 1, While Huawei leads China Market

The smartphone business is always a tough war to compete with each brand offers their best of the best flagship and budget devices. Yesterday, a Market research firm TrendForce has released market numbers for Q2 2016. Surprisingly, Huawei took the lead in China with nearly 21% share. Do note that, China is the world's largest smartphone market.

"The combined production volume of Chinese brands in the second quarter reached 139 million units, up 13.8% from the previous quarter," said TrendForce smartphone analyst Avril Wu. "

Even the two leading brands, Samsung and Apple combined were outnumbered by the combined volume of Chinese brands. Also, the volume growth rates of respective Chinese brands are expected to be higher than the global average in the upcoming third quarter.

On the global side, Samsung still maintained on the top in Q2 with almost 25% of the market share. But they do decrease by a bit compared to Q1. Apple came in second with 15.1% in Q2 but there's still an improvement compared to Q1 14.5%. Although just by looking at the percentage isn't much different, but Samsung shipped 77 million units, while Apple shipped 48 million units, so there's actually a big gap between these two.

In conclusion, both the top 3 brands share decreased, while the fifth and sixth share increased by a bit. With all the awesomeness and lower price range that the Chinese brands offers, it definitely brought a huge impact on the global side.


Samsung reminds us about the importance of pens throughout history

While we live in a world where people use their thumbs to type on touchscreens, the pen remains one of the most used tools in human history to date. As we gear up for the imminent arrival of the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 in the next few days, Samsung have come out with an article describing the role of various pens in human history with perhaps the inclusion of Samsung's own S Pen stylus. Currently available on Samsung devices like the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and other Galaxy Note devices, the S Pen can be used to replace your mouse and keyboard while giving your thumbs a rest as well. Check out Samsung's take on the role of pens (and the S Pen) below or see our review of the Samsung Galaxy Note 4 as well.


Samsung reported to replace AKG earphones with the Galaxy Buds Beyond wireless earbuds

When purchasing a Samsung Galaxy series smartphone, the box would often come with a pair of AKG earphones due to the two brands' partnership. But that could change in 2021 with the Galaxy S21 series, as reports say Samsung plan to include the rumoured Galaxy Buds Beyond wireless earbuds.

The Galaxy Buds Beyond wireless earbuds name was seen to be trademarked by the company at the USPTO, which we reported yesterday. This may seem like a good move, but audio quality remains to be heard as the latest Galaxy Buds Live didn't really deliver the best audio experience due to the unique design (you can read our review here). Should this be true, it could be the first time that Samsung would include a pair of Galaxy Buds inside the box as they have always been promoted as a pre-order gift.

On a piece of related rumoured news, there are rumours that Samsung may ditch the charging adapter to follow Apple's footsteps next year. Well, we shall see until then. The upcoming Galaxy S21 might be released in January 2021 so until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung reportedly has 50 million unsold smartphones in stock due to low demand

South Korean tech giant Samsung is reportedly having difficulties selling its extensive range of smartphones due to the market demand being lower than expected. So much so in fact, that the company has approximately 50 million of unsold smartphones in its stock currently.

As reported by South Korean tech publication The Elec, Samsung has put a target of shipping around 270 million units of smartphones in 2022. However, 18 percent or 50 million of that amount are still in its stock, signalling a low demand in the market.

While it is normal for manufacturers to have ready stocks in their inventories, a healthier number for unsold units should be around 10 percent. The situation may also be a result of an inaccurate market projection by the company, whereby it has been producing more smartphones than the actual demand.

Nevertheless, The Elec also reported that Samsung has adjusted accordingly, dropping smartphone manufacturing to 10 million units last month compared to 20 millions per month in January and February 2022.

It is also reported that most of the unsold smartphone stocks are Samsung’s Galaxy A Series smartphone, its popular offering in the mid-range segment. As for the factors to a much lowered demand, it includes rising cost of living due to Covid-19 lockdowns in China, Russia’s invasion into Ukraine and increased raw material prices.

What do you guys think of the current situation in the smartphone market recently? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news such as this.


Samsung reportedly making 250MP camera sensors

Last month, we've heard the rumour that Samsung is working on 150MP camera sensors to be used in their upcoming flagships. Now, it is said that the camera sensor's R&D process has been completed and will soon enter mass production. Without taking a break, the Korean tech giant is now being found developing new 250MP camera sensors.

The 250MP camera sensor is an ISOCELL image sensor that could make the camera bump go bigger up to one-inch. Compared to the current image sensors, the 64MP and 108MP are 1/1.72 and 1/1.33 inches respectively. Industry experts have also stated their opinions saying the war of megapixel will lead to bigger smartphone image sensors in the future.

By calming down the competition, Samsung has stopped using camera sensors with large megapixel for a while until the release of the Galaxy S20 series. Now, we guess that the camera's megapixel war is now back again for the smartphone industry and Samsung is planning to take the crown. It is also worth mentioning that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series is expected to come with 100MP+ sensor, so will it be the 150MP camera sensor?

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


Samsung reportedly to be supplying a "large number" of foldable display samples to Apple for a year

Just two days ago, it was reported that Samsung and LG will stop supplying their OLED displays to Huawei after 15 September. While that doesn't sound too good for the China smartphone brand, we also got some leaked information that Samsung could be supplying foldable screen panels to Apple.

The information was shared on a Weibo forum and it seems that it was a request from Apple. Rumours have it that this business arrangement between Apple and Samsung could be just a year, so Apple could be receiving a "large number" of foldable screen panels for testing and manufacturing. With this, there is potential that Apple already has a foldable smartphone dummy unit and is ready to move onto the next stage of both hardware and software testing.

It's no secret that Samsung has been supplying Apple their OLED displays. From a business point of view, the Korean tech giant also earns quite a sum from every iPhone sale so if Apple is planning to sell their own foldable phone in the future, Samsung is going to get some big bucks too. Besides that, it was also rumoured that Apple was testing LG foldable screen panels last year.

Foldable smartphones will definitely be a trend in the future when they become mainstream. But do you like the idea of such a device? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more TechNave.com.


Samsung reportedly to release the S Pen Pro some time later this year

In case you missed the Samsung Galaxy S21 series launch last week, it was also announced that the Galaxy S21 Ultra can support an S Pen. In fact, there would be two S Pen models which are the vanilla type and the S Pen Pro. Although there's no price tag yet for the separated accessory in Malaysia, here's what we know.

For starters, the vanilla S Pen cost $40 and that translates to ~RM161 (a rough estimation). Do keep in mind that this S Pen is not really the same as the one from the Galaxy Note 20 series, so you can't just use it for the Galaxy S21 Ultra and call it a day. For example, it doesn't have the Bluetooth function as well as the air gestures.

As for the S Pen Pro, it's said to coming later this year with more features. From the image, you can clearly see that the size is much bigger and sources say that it would have Bluetooth and air gestures. There aren't any special phone cases for the S Pen Pro either but we think Samsung will come up with something.

Currently, there are no details on both the S Pen and S Pen Pro for the Malaysian market. But would you get one for the Galaxy S21 Ultra? And what does this mean for the Galaxy Note series? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apparently women paying for 'virtual boyfriends' exists now, here's how

Do you believe that the presence of a boyfriend in a digital world is enough for some women? For these women, they just need their other half to be comforting and encouraging them through other forms instead of physically being with them. In China, there are women who are paying for sweet and caring messages from a ‘virtual boyfriend’. Let’s find out how!

The service offers you to get text messages from a real person and he will be acting like your other half. The ‘virtual boyfriends’ will treat the women like how they would treat their own girlfriends or wives, just through texting.

For example, a virtual boyfriend sends a sweet ‘wake up’ text to the woman in the morning just like what normal boyfriends would do, or only some. Throughout the day, the woman will also be receiving messages such as asking what is she doing and other encouraging stuff. Also, the conversations are claimed not involving any sex materials.

Money-wise, it is said that a 19-year-old female pre-medical student has thrown in more than 1000 Yuan (~RM592.07) into the service. She said that if someone is willing to keep her company and chat with her, she doesn’t really mind paying. A 22-year-old man, who works as a foreign exchange trader, said that he would also treat the girls like they are his real girlfriends as long as it lasts.

The source didn't mention the name of the app or platform the women are using for those who are interested. What do you think about having a virtual boyfriend, or a girlfriend? Let us know your opinion on our Facebook page! For more viral news, stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Samsung reportedly working on the Galaxy A82 that could feature flipping camera

Do you still remember the Samsung Galaxy A80 that comes with a flipping camera module? A new rumour suggests that the device could be getting a successor after more than a year. However, for some reason, the successor is not named Galaxy A81 but instead A82.

According to the source, Samsung is working on a device with alleged model number SM-A826B. However, the device might not be what you expected as it could come without a flipping camera module like its predecessor. So far, the only thing about the device that is certain is that it will have 5G connectivity.

The flipping camera is one of the solutions for smartphone manufacturers to eliminate the notch before the under-display camera becomes mainstream. Besides that, it is also nice for users to take selfies with the rear cameras that usually come with more powerful tech specs compared with conventional front-facing cameras. Therefore, it is still exciting to see how Samsung will deliver the next-gen flipping camera to the market. For now, the device is said to be in the early stages of development so we will need to wait for a while before it launches.

Let us know what you think about the rumoured Samsung Galaxy A82 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


Samsung reveals Evolved Exynos 5 Octa, maybe coming for Galaxy Note III

Samsung has recently announced an improved version of their Exynos 5 Octa chipset. While the Samsung Galaxy S4 I9500 already has the earlier version of the Exynos 5 Octa chipset it's performance has been overshadowed by the Snapdragon 800 from Qualcomm. Rumours indicate that the enhanced version of the Exynos 5 Octa chipset may be called Exynos Evolved with the teaser from Samsung indicating that it will be "a more powerful, enhanced Exynos 5 Octa".

The Exynos Evolved is due next week which places it just in time for the still unannounced Samsung Galaxy Note III which is rumoured to be unveiled at the IFA 2013 in September. While rumours have the next generation phablet powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 it could have multiple versions like the Samsung Galaxy S4. According to Samsung they will reveal more details about the Exynos Evolved next week. Hopefully it can achieve better energy efficiency than its predecessor, which was one of it's main detractors when compared to the Qualcomm Snapdragon chipsets.


Samsung reveals Exynos 9825, the world's first 7nm EUV silicon chip

Mere hours ahead of the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 launch, Samsung has announced a brand new addition to their company, the Exynos 9825 chipset. This is an extremely unique SoC as it is the world’s first 7nm EUV silicon chip. They claim that the chip performs 20% - 30% faster than before and uses 30% - 50% less power.

The Exynos 9825 features an interesting mix of cores. Two of them are Samsung’s custom cores, another two are the Cortex-A75 cores and the other four are the Cortex-A55 cores. Bundled with the chipset is also the Mali-G76 GPU. The clock speeds for the SoC has not yet been revealed but we may be seeing it tomorrow during the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series launching.

The neural processing unit (NPU) on the chipset has been designed to enhance the artificial intelligence (AI) used for photography as well as apps that utilize AR. The NPU will be used for object recognition which the image signal processes (ISP) retouches for better photos with better colours and detailing. The chipset supports a variety of lenses which include telephoto, wide-angle, and ultra-wide lenses and the 3D depth sensor. It can also recognize the user’s usage patterns on their smartphones and pre-loads apps faster. The site also mentions what a monster the device equipped with this chipset will be when it comes to gaming.

Connectivity-wise, the chipset integrates the 4G LTE-Advanced Pro modem and 8x Carrier Aggregation. It has up to 2GB of download speeds and offers better connectivity. In addition, the device is also 5G ready as it can be paired with Samsung’s Exynos modem 5100 which supports 5G NR.

Thanks to the chipset’s multi-format codec (MFC), 8K Ultra HD videos can be played on any device this chipset is on easily. Besides that, it also supports 4K encoding (150FPS) and 10-bit HEVC (H.265) codec. Besides that, the Exynos 9825 also supports UFS 3.0 flash memory.

Due to the timing, I wouldn’t be surprised if the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series is equipped with this chipset. What do you think? Keep up with the latest Samsung news on TechNave.com!


Samsung reveals Infinity Flex Display and new notches at SDC 2018

The Samsung Developers Conference this year had many waiting with bated breath to see what the Korean giants had up their sleeves for future. According to Gsmarena.com, Samsung introduced their Infinity Flex Display instead of a foldable phone.

The display features an elastic 7.3 inch OLED panel that folds vertically, making large screen usage possible and portable. In order to ensure the longevity of the screen, Samsung replaced glass with an advanced composite polymer, which they had invented, which is flexible and tough.

To prevent degradation of the screen, the company invented a malleable, foldable adhesive that ensures all the components stick together despite the flexing. In addition, to making the mobile display thinner than other phones, Samsung created a new polarizer which is thinner by 45% than usual.

Alongside the Infinity Flex Display, Samsung also announced the One UI to aid in the optimization of the screen as well ensure that multitasking and productivity on the go will be possible. The company collaborated with developers from Google and Android to design a minimalist UI that keeps important information at the bottom of the screen to enable one handed use of the device.

In addition, the UI also optimizes the screen area on the device for better productivity on the go. Unfolding the device changes the screen into a tablet-like layout, in which, the company claims that you can have three apps open at a time.

Next, hold onto your phones because Samsung has joined the notch club. The company teased 3 different notch designs that will likely be on their new devices in the future, the Infinity-U, Infinity-V and the Infinity-O. The Infinity U and V are the usual waterdrop notches but with the shapes V and U.

The Infinity O, however, is an oddly placed dot to the left of the screen, much to the dismay of many. The Infinity devices do look like they will be bezel-less which is definitely something to look forward to.

In other news, Gsmarena.com also reported that Qualcomm will be supplying Samsung’s mid-range and high-end devices with in display fingerprint scanners next year as they are moving away from the iris scanner.

So far, there is no other news on tech specs of the devices mentioned at SDC 2018 as well as any Malaysia release dates. So, what are your opinions on the foldable screens and the interesting notches? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more Samsung news!


Samsung reveals all the tech specs of Galaxy XCover6 Pro before the official launch

Samsung might have had enough of the leaks by revealing all about the Galaxy XCover6 Pro ahead of schedule. The company has put on all the detailed tech specs and renders of the device on a landing page on Samsung Germany's online store. Since we already have the information, let's find out what the Galaxy XCover6 Pro offers (as if we don't already know).

First of all, the device sports a 6.6-inch display with Full HD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and a 20:9 aspect ratio. It's covered by Corning'S Gorilla Glass Victus+ protection and supports Touch Sensitivity for use with gloves. Under the hood, it gets powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G paired with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal memory. There's also a 4,050mAh battery that charges at up to 18W speed via USB Type-C 3.2 or POGO pins.

The device has two cameras on the rear, a 50MP primary camera and an 8MP ultrawide lens. Meanwhile, the front camera uses a 13MP sensor. Other features include a MicroSD card slot for up to 1TB expandable storage, a 3.5mm headphone jack, two configurable physical keys, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, 5G cellular connectivity, Wi-Fi 6E, a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, face recognition, Android 12, Samsung Knox security, Dolby Atmos sound, and Samsung DeX.

Besides that, since it's a rugged device, it is MIL-STD-810H-certified for durability and comes with an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance. It also gets a sturdy frame with ridged edges for a stronger grip and better shock absorption. Furthermore, the bezels around the display are raised to protect the screen from cracking after a fall. These added protection layers will no doubt make the device bulkier and heavier, as it measures 168.8 x 79.9 x 9.9mm in dimension and weighs 235 grams.

For the price, Samsung might still want to wait until the official launch date, which is 13 July, to reveal it. What do you think about the Samsung Galaxy XCover6 Pro? Drop a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Samsung reveals big plans for 2019

Samsung has many plans in store for 2019. For starters, during SDC 2018 they announced the Infinity Flex Display and the new Samsung One UI which will be coming to their devices soon. And now, they’ve announced their latest most powerful chipset, which will likely be used in the 2019 models of their flagships besides adding in a new range of budget phones as well.

According to Gizchina.com, Samsung is preparing one million units of their new foldable phone which features the Infinity Flex Display next year, which is very ambitious. The Samsung foldable phone so far has no spec techs out yet but does feature a 7.3 inch display that can be folded in half vertically.  DJ Koh (Gao Dongzhen), the president of Samsung mentions that they aim to make at least 1 million units and will increase production if there is demand.

Besides the foldable phone, Samsung also has plans for another phone to be released soon, the Samsung Galaxy M. It is reported that this model will be a mid-budget smartphone and mentioned that the models’ official names will be the Galaxy M20 and Galaxy M30. The Galaxy M20 will likely have 32GB and 64GB options while the Galaxy M30 might have 64GB and 128GB variants. Both phones will have dual SIM slots like most of their budget range has. The Samsung Galaxy M is likely to replace the Samsung budget phones like the Galaxy C, J and ON series.

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Alongside the release of these smartphones in the future, the Korean Giant has also teased their latest, most powerful chipset to come on their official Twitter account yesterday. The teaser is hashtagged with the words #TheNextExynos which leads many to believe that it will be the Exynos 9820. The Exynos 9820 is speculated to have a three tier arrangement like the Kirin 980. The first cluster will consist of two custom Mongoose M4 cores, the second cluster, Cortex-A76 cores and the third, a cluster of of Cortex A-55 cores. Gizmochina.com reported that the chipset will feature a Mali-G76 GPU and will, of course, have advanced AI capabilities. The chipset will be appearing on the Galaxy S10 and Note 10.

Samsung Galaxy S8, S8+ and Note 8 owners who were disappointed that the One UI will not be arriving for their phones can turn their frowns upside down because it turns out that the update will be coming for their smartphones soon. However, the beta program in early 2019 will unfortunately not include them. So what do you think of Samsung's plans for 2019? For more news on Samsung, stay tuned to TechNave.com


Samsung reveals its triple folding display, under panel camera and more in the latest concept video

At the SID 2021, Samsung has presented different kinds of interesting display technologies including triple folding display, slidable display, under-display camera and more. Now, the company has put all the products into one short concept video to demonstrate their uses in daily lives.

The one and a half minutes video is packed with the stuff that we've been wanting to see from future smartphones or other tech devices. In the beginning, the concept video showcases the triple folding display and Samsung is calling it S-Foldable. After that, it continues with the appearances of an under panel camera, 17-inch foldable laptop, slidable display, portable display alongside other features that help to enhance the display's performance.

From all those presented in the video, there's only one technology which could be arriving soon and it's the under panel camera. It is rumoured that the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 3 is coming with one. For now, we could only wait for the launch event to happen to find out if it's true.

Let us know what you think about the concept video on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech updates.


Samsung reveals that it has a Message Guard built into it’s Galaxy S23 series phones

Amidst news of various cyberattacks and zero-click exploits, Samsung Malaysia has revealed that their Galaxy S23 series smartphones already have a Samsung Message Guard security solution built into the system. Designed to preemptively protect your device, the solution currently works with Samsung Messages and Messages by Google with a software update set to roll out for third party messaging apps as well.

Working much like an advanced “sandbox” the Samsung Message Guard isolates incoming image files (PNG, JPG/JPEG, GIF, ICO, WEBP, BMP, WBMP) through messages then checking the file bit by bit so it does not infect the rest of your device. This provides protection from zero-click exploits automatically without you having to do anything.

The Samsung Message Guard works in tandem with the Samsung Knox platform which protects from attacks using video and audio formats. Still, this does mean that it’s only for the Galaxy S23 series only, which is good if you have one or are looking to buy one thanks to the extended Buy 1 Get 1 Free offer, but it’d be nice if Samsung also rolls out the Message Guard to other Samsung devices as well. Perhaps we’ll see in further updates, but as always, stay tuned to TechNave.com


Samsung reveals the Galaxy S7 Edge Olympic edition

With the Olympics just around the corner, brands who are involved with the international sporting event is hard at work taking advantage of their co-operation to further increase their brand association. Samsung, as one of the Worldwide Partner to the Olympic, is well aware of that, and looks to be releasing a special edition of their current flagship phone, called the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Olympic Edition.

Underneath, the phone is virtually the same with the current Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge, which you can read about here. What’s changed is the software as well as externally. The UI for the phone will most likely have Olympic-themed content, including wallpapers, themes, and ringtones.

The Galaxy S7 Edge Olympic edition features a black body, with accents in the other four Olympic colors – yellow (home button and speaker grille), blue (camera and heart rate module), red (power button), and green (volume buttons). We do not know yet when this design will be on sale, or even be sold as Samsung may just give the phones exclusively to Olympians at the Rio games.


Samsung rolls out Android 13 beta for the Galaxy S21 & Galaxy S22 Series

Google officially launched Android 13 on 15 August 2022 but for now, it is only available on the company’s own Pixel lineup. As for other Android devices, they will only receive the update “later this year”, though many companies have already started rolling out Android 13 beta versions for their smartphones to customers, including Samsung with its popular Galaxy S22 and Galaxy S21 Series.

In fact, the Galaxy S22 Series had actually received Android 13 via One UI 5.0 beta even before Google officially released the final version of Android 13. Well, it does make sense given how Android 13 beta has been around for ages and the One UI 5.0 is not utilising the final version of the latest Android OS.

Now, Samsung is rolling out the One UI 5.0 beta to the Galaxy S22 Series’ predecessor, the Galaxy S21 Series. Available for download for Galaxy S21 Series users in South Korea and the United Kingdom, the update carries the firmware version G99xBxxU5ZVHE according to SamMobile.

Moreover, the 1957.47MB update is available for all unlocked models of the Galaxy S21 Series which include the Galaxy S21, Galaxy S21+ and Galaxy S21 Ultra. Well, if you’re a Samsung Galaxy S22 or Galaxy S21 user and are interested to test the Android 13 beta when it’s available in Malaysia, make sure to install the Samsung Members app on your device and log in to the app using your Samsung account.

Once you are logged into the app, tap on the Galaxy S21 One UI 5.0 beta programme banner when it’s offered in our country and register your device. It’s pretty straightforward after you have registered to enrol into the beta programme, though do note that as it’s still in beta, you’ll likely experience a lot of bugs.

If you want to know whether your Samsung smartphone will eventually get the Android 13 update, do check out the list of devices eligible for the update here. So, what do you guys think of the Android 13 beta on Samsung smartphones? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


Apple 27-inch iMac (2020) release: 10-core Intel CPU, 1080p FaceTime HD camera, and 5K retina display from RM7999

If you're looking to upgrade your Apple game, then here's some good news for you. Apple has just announced that its latest 27-inch iMac and it comes with some powerful tech specs. The new desktop computer packs a 10th-gen Intel CPU, AMD Radeon Pro GPU, a fast SSD, and more. Its retail price in Malaysia starts from RM7999.

Based on the website, there will be three variants. The first one comes with a 10th Gen 6-core Intel Core i5-10500 CPU, Radeon Pro 5300 GPU, up to 128GB of RAM, and 256GB of SSD storage. Another variant comes with a 6-core Core i5-10600 or 10-core Intel Core i9-10850K CPU, Radeon Pro 5300, up to 128GB of RAM, and 512GB of internal storage. Finally, the third variant has either 8-core Intel Core i7-10700K or 10-core Intel Core i9-10850K CPU, Radeon Pro 5500XT/5700/5700XT GPU, up to 128GB of RAM, and 512GB of internal storage.

In terms of features, the new iMac will sport a 5K Retina display that supports True Tone technology, which adjusts the colour temperature of the display based on ambient lighting nano-texture glass for less glare. Other features include the 1080p FaceTime HD camera, better speakers and studio-quality mics. With the new iMac, video calls will likely have much better quality.

If you're interested in the new 27-inch iMac, you can check the Apple Malaysia website for more details. With that said, would you be interested in this new model or would you rather wait for another one featuring Apple silicon? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Samsung rumoured to be working on a 600MP camera sensor

As technology continues to advance exponentially, it seems that brands are trying to reach new heights in-camera software. Thanks to the pixel boost technology, it allowed smartphones to reach up to 108MP sensor without looking like a mega telescope but it looks like Samsung could trying to bump up to 600MP.

According to a slide from the Investors Forum 2020, having a 600MP sensor would also mean increasing the bump and it would look like a hybrid digital camera on a phone measuring up to 22mm. Obviously, there's no way anyone can put this inside their pockets (unless if it retracts itself) and the reason why they are increasing is "due to zoom or 4K/8K video trend" (really?). To solve the matter, the ISOCELL will have to evolve to shrink the sensor.

Either way, the technology for a 600MP sensor is not available yet as the slide seems to suggest that having one is just impossible for now. Should they really achieve it, the smartphone could look like having one giant eye camera sensor. The slide also suggested a 0.8μm 600MP to solve the problem.

But what do you folks think? Do we really need a 600MP camera sensor? Personally, I think having 12MP is more than enough and every brand should just focus on the camera software instead of boosting pixels. Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung's 2021 smartphone lineup confirmed - the Galaxy Note series is not releasing this year

Right after Samsung unveiled the latest Galaxy A series lineup (the Galaxy A32, Galaxy A52, Galaxy A52 5G and Galaxy A72 5G) last night, it has been confirmed by DJ Koh, Samsung Mobile Co-CEO that we won't be seeing the Galaxy Note series this year. That said, it doesn't mean that Samsung has buried the Note either.

From a short interview, DJ Koh told the media that Samsung will not abandon the Galaxy Note series and he clarified that the launching is scheduled for 2022. If we had to guess, it might be released in Q3 of next year just as per tradition. Since we have a year plus to go, Samsung has plenty of time to figure out what they are going to do with the Galaxy Note series as the S Pen is now available on the Galaxy S21 Ultra and perhaps even the Galaxy Z Fold lineup.

Speaking of the foldable Galaxy phone, Samsung also confirmed that the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 2 and Galaxy Z Fold 3 are scheduled for Q3 2021. A new Samsung smartwatch with WearOS will also be launched and finally, a new Galaxy S21 FE is coming in Q4 this year. We may also see some a new Galaxy M series in India as it's quite popular there.

So what do you think of Samsung's 2021 smartphone lineup? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.