OPPO will introduce a new 125W Super Flash Charge technology soon

So this just came in, OPPO just tweeted a piece of intriguing news about their SuperVOOC technology. If you are not familiar, OPPO is known for having a safe fast-charging technology up to 65W but that's gonna change. Why? This is because they have just announced that there is a new one on which reach up to 125W!!!

Dubbed as the 125W Super Flash Charge technology, having a 125W charging capability is almost twice as fast as the current 65W charging capability. For comparison, you can fully charge an OPPO Find X2 Pro phone's battery (4260mAh) in just 38 minutes only so theoretically, we think it should be able to fully charge a 4000mAh battery within 15 minutes more or less. Besides OPPO, iQOO also juts revealed their 120W Charge Pump technology and we think the charging architecture should be similar. In order to deliver a safe charging experience for the phone, the company uses a 10V 12A charging feature which can charge a phone up to 100% in just 15 minutes (estimated).

If you don’t like waiting to charge, the wait is almost over. #FlashForward pic.twitter.com/Uq54uJEphQ

iQOO mysterious new machine will use 120W super fast charge, 20V 6A step-down 10V 12A. 50% in 5 minutes and 100% in 15 minutes. I have seen the measured data before, and it is 80% in 10 minutes. Focus on the point, this machine can be mass produced, see you next month! .. (1/2)

The new 125W Super Flash Charge technology will be unveiled on 15 July 2020 which is just two days away. We expect to see this technology to be featured on premium OPPO phones in the future but what do you folks think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com


OPPO will offer four Android updates to 2023 flagship smartphones

OPPO is the latest smartphone maker to promise its customers four years of Android updates. The brand announced that the new policy will get implemented on select flagship smartphones starting in 2023.

In a press release, besides announcing its plan to bring up to four Android updates to 2023 flagships, OPPO will offer security updates to these devices for up to 5 years. Previously, the company's premium handsets were limited to three Android updates and four years of security updates.

It's worth mentioning that OnePlus also renewed its update policy not long before OPPO made the announcement. The two are closely tied together, with a strategic partnership revealed recently. Now, OPPO, OnePlus, and Samsung are the Android OEMs that offer the longest software support.

What do you think about the news? Leave a comment to let us know your opinion, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


OPPO will present QRIC as its first robot dog during OPPO INNO DAY

After Xiaomi, OPPO is also launching its robot dog during the OPPO INNO DAY on 14 December. The company has announced that it will present the OPPO QRIC that day as its first quadruped robot product.

In the announcement video, the OPPO QRIC robot dog appears to be more focused on being a child's companion. It does things like jumping, backflipping, lifting stuff and detecting falls. QRIC has a camera system as its face, which allows video calls. Furthermore, the cyber dog talks as well.

Introducing QRIC, a tech fan's best friend. Check out the good boy of this year's #OPPOINNODay pic.twitter.com/Q1QAzHjKV3

The upcoming OPPO QRIC will be a direct competitor to Xiaomi's CyberDog. To have a short recap on Xiaomi's offering, the machine uses the NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX platform that includes 384 CUDA cores, 48 tensor cores, and 6 Carmel cores on the ARM. There are also two engines accelerating the processing of machine learning tasks. Besides that, the CyberDog is equipped with up to 11 high-precision sensors, such as touch sensors, cameras, ultrasonic sensors, and GPS modules.

Are you excited about knowing more features of OPPO's robot dog? Drop a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


OPPO will remove its charging adapters from selected phone series in the next 12 months

It was only a matter of time before other brands start to follow Apple's footsteps in removing the charging adapters in the boxes. OPPO will be the next player to do so, as confirmed by the company's Vice President of Overseas Sales and Services, Billy Zhang during a group interview. This move will begin in the next 12 months.

According to him, OPPO is definitely going to take the charger out of the box next year for several products. Of course, he didn't reveal which product first but the company has a plan. It could also only happen to specific markets and may have something to do with the SuperVOOC chargers' availability.

“It’s not that easy for consumers to get access to [SuperVOOC chargers], so we have to keep it in the box. However, as we are expanding our business operations, we are looking to taking chargers out of the box and put them in the store so that our users are able to buy the chargers and continue using them even when they upgrade their devices.”

Although OPPO didn't say why some chargers are going to be removed, it's very likely to be the same reason as Apple's and Samsung's. In case you forget, it is a way to cut down on e-waste but many have argued that getting an extra charger that comes with another box is contradicting.

Anyway, OPPO could also follow Xiaomi's strategy. Earlier this year, Xiaomi offered customers two choices - to purchase a phone that comes bundled with a charger or without it. Either way, we aren't surprised that OPPO is going to do this. It will soon be a normal thing in the future. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


OPPO will reveal MariSilicon Y, AR smart glasses and more at MWC 2023

OPPO recently revealed that they will showcase their latest Core Technologies and Innovations at MWC 2023. This includes a new MariSilicon Y chip, OPPO Air Glass 2 Assisted Reality smart glasses, and OHealth H1 family health monitor. This year's theme will be "Inspire to Believe".

The recently released OPPO Find N2 Flip will also be on display along with other innovations such as their fast charging tech. The OPPO booth will be at Hall 3, section 3M10 at the Fira Gran Via, Barcelona. OPPO will also invite Michael Owen and Luis Garcia to the booth as UEFA Champions League Ambassadors.

Previously, OPPO’s MariSilicon X ISP NPU chip was used to provide real-time RAW processing and other photography features in the OPPO Find X5 Pro. This means we might see even better photography features with the MariSilicon Y. Any guesses what those might be? Share your thoughts in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com


OPPO will reveal an in-house mobile chipset on 14 Dec 2021

Did you know that all the chipsets in our phones are based on the same company's design architecture? Companies like Samsung license the designs to build their own chipsets, and now it looks like OPPO has done the same.

Earlier today, OPPO announced that its first self-developed chip will be released soon. Specifically, the company will unveil its in-house chip at the upcoming OPPO Inno Day on 14 December 2021. Currently, there's no indication that this is a mobile chipset. For all we know, it could be for a chip for a PC, virtual reality headset, or an electric car.

However, OPPO Inno Day does introduce a lot of new OPPO products and technologies related to mobile devices. In other words, there's a good chance that this is a mobile chipset. That's not the only thing OPPO will unveil on that day though. OPPO also teased a retractable camera for smartphones yesterday, while a foldable device could make an appearance too.

In other words, we can expect to see a lot of exciting stuff at OPPO's tech conference next week. What else do you think would show up at the event? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about this.


OPPO will showcase new wide zone optical fingerprint recognition technology and more at MWC 2019

As part of the first quarter of the year, the Mobile World Congress is held in Barcelona, Spain annually and most of the smartphone brands will definitely be there to show off what they have in store for us, such as OPPO's upcoming flagship for the first time in MWC 2019. We don't exactly know what is the phone's name, but we do have some key takeaways on the new unknown flagship from OPPO Malaysia so here's what we know so far.

Wait, didn't OPPO already introduced that before? Well, yes and no. They actually did something similar two years ago in MWC 2017. At that time, the group showcased a 5x Dual Camera Zoom technology where it involved a periscope-style structure where it helps to divert light through a prism to a telephoto lens. But this time around, the periscope structure has been improved (at least that's what it looks like in the image) and it's able to achieve 10x lossless zoom.

We also know that there will be a triple camera setup that comprises of the "ultra-clear" master camera, ultra wide-angle camera and the telephoto lens as the last one. Moreover, there is an Optical Image Stabilization for both the master camera and telephoto camera each. We have no idea what are the megapixels, but if we had to throw a wild guess - maybe it's a 20MP + 12MP + 8MP combo.

Now that's a new long name for a technology. So anyway, what it basically means is that the phone will have a much larger fingerprint sensor area. How big? According to OPPO, it's 15x larger than the current version and even integrated a two-finger unlocking feature to ensure a much safer and tighter biometric security. That said, having a two-fingerprint sensor can offer a lot of potential to domain encryption or lighting up the front display just to see the notifications with just one touch.

And in the final pointer, OPPO went as far as claiming the flagship is pretty tough, being able to withstand 28,000 times of drops in 2 rounds. It's currently now in mass production and will be commercially available this year. Stay tuned for more OPPO news at TechNave.com!


OPPO will unveil ColorOS 12 on 16 September 2021 in China first

If you happen to be a fan of OPPO, you would be glad to know that the company just announced the next ColorOS software update. Simply dubbed as ColorOS 12, it is revealed that this update will be released on 16 September 2021. That's just three more days and it will be launching in China first.

Not much is known about ColorOS 12 but it will definitely be using Android 12 as the backbone. Also, OPPO gave it a codename "Da Vinci" because it serves as an inspiration to the software in art, technology and science. ColorOS 12 is also said to be supporting smartwatches and an unannounced tablet, something that OPPO has been working on for the past few years as an ecosystem.

In terms of features, sources say that ColorOS 12 could sync between a phone and a laptop together via Cross-Screen Interconnection which is like Huawei's Multi-Screen Collaboration. Moreover, ColorOS 12 may have a few features that function similarly to other operating systems such as Xiaomi MIUI and OnePlus OxygenOS.

We will be anticipating some big news about ColorOS 12 in the coming days. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Acer Liquid C1 Preview

Most smartphones are powered by ARM-based processors, however, the Acer Liquid C1 (set to launch this week in Malaysia) is probably one of the first Intel-based smartphones in the Malaysian market. Some quick preview specs of the Acer Liquid C1 include:

While the launch is expected to be sometime this week, the actual smartphone is expected to be available by mid March in Malaysia. Benchmarks of the Intel Z2420 SoC processor in other smartphones (Lava Xolo X500) have been very good in terms of performance but battery life has been less than what was expected. However, since the Acer Liquid C1 packs in a 2000mAh battery (500mAh more than the Lava Xolo X500) we should expect a bit more battery life from this mid-range smartphone. We'll keep you posted on more details later.


OSIM offering pre-order for the Predator x OSIM gaming chair at more than 50% off

OSIM recently revealed on their official website that they will be having pre-orders for the Predator x OSIM Gaming Chair at the price of RM2399, which is more than 50% off the original price. Customers who pre-ordered the product can expect to receive it around the end of October 2020.

For those who are not familiar with the collaboration between Acer Predator and OSIM, the gaming chair comes with all the features that come with a typical gaming chair, as well as the ability to massage the user while they’re sitting. But that’s not all, the chair also comes equipped with a pair of speakers that’s embedded towards the sides of the headrest.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Predator x OSIM at more than half off? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Oakley Airwave 1.5 Ski Goggles offer enhanced processor, tech specs, WiFi and integrated Facebook

Having the ability to see like a cyborg seems to be all the rage as Google Glass and other smart glasses continue to emerge. Going for a similar concept of Augmented Reality (AR) overlay but this time with ski goggles is the Oakley Airwave 1.5. It isn't the first in the series as this new update offers many improvements over the original. This includes a better 1.0GHz dual-core OMAP 4 ARM Cortex A9 processor, 1GB and 2GB RAM options and built-in WiFi and GPS. According to Oakley, the new additions help to increase smoothness and extend battery life to 5 to 6 hours despite the battery being the same 1200 mAh. Since it is a ski goggle, it lets you check altitude speed, airtime, jump distance, jump height and vertical descent data while skiing. But with the new improvements users can now check Facebook messages and access smartphone music playlists. The Oakley Airwave 1.5 is priced at $650 (RM2076) and while we don't have any ski jumps here, similar sports like skateboarding or other extreme sports could probably see some use in it's capabilities.


Ocean Blue Samsung Galaxy Note9 (512GB) pre-order is coming soon on 21 September 2018 for RM4599

Hey Samsung fans and TechNavers, here's great news for you - Samsung Malaysia will be releasing the Galaxy Note9 512GB model in Ocean Blue for RM4599! The pre-order promotion period will be just for 3 days only and will start on 21 September 2018, with a complimentary Samsung POWERstick vacuum cleaner worth RM889!

Initially only available in Midnight Black only, Ocean Blue is one of the popular choices for consumers for its colour and also the unique yellow S Pen which is only available in the same colour model. With this, consumers won't have to worry about lacking storage spaces, as they can easily go over 1TB if they get another 512GB microSD card. If you're considering it, you can read our review here as well as our latest article for reference.

The pre-order promotion page of the Ocean Blue 512GB Galaxy Note9 will be ready soon, be sure to get ready while stocks last. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com!


Octa-core Alcatel One Touch Idol X+ and One Touch Idol Alpha coming to Malaysia 21 March 2014

The true Octa-core processor powered Alcatel OneTouch Idol X+ and Alcatel OneTouch Idol Alpha are coming to Malaysia. While the OneTouch Idol X+ features an octa-core processor, the OneTouch Idol Alpha features premium parts made from transparent materials, offering a glimpse of smartphones for the future. Both will be unveiled on 21 March 2014 and we look forward to seeing them up close. The two smartphones are targeting the upper midrange market with tech specs and features that include:

We'll find out more details such as pricing on 21 March 2014 so stay tuned.


Octa-core Exynos powered Samsung Galaxy S5 coming too

While the official announcement of the Samsung Galaxy S5 saw a 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor, an infographic showing the evolution of the Samsung Galaxy S series confirms earlier rumours that a Samsung Exynos powered version is also coming too. Details of this version are scant but we do know that the Samsung Exynos processor will be an octa-core (having eight cores) and be clocked at 2.1GHz. Other tech specs like the 5.1-inch full HD Super AMOLED display, 16MP rear camera and 2800 mAh battery remain the same however. No news yet on when we might see this version of the Samsung Galaxy S5 but hopefully it won't omit features such as 4K video recording that have previously been available for the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon processors and chipsets.


October 18 is the launch date for honor 6X

Invitations have been sent to select media for an event in China involving honor. We suspect this is for the Honor 6X, which is slated to be launched after receiving approval from TENAA. This mid-range phone is set to replace the honor 5X in the lineup.

The phone will have a 5.5-inch screen with a 1080 x 1920 resolution. Driving the handset will be the Kirin 950 SoC, grown and harvested from the garden found in Huawei's back yard. 3GB of RAM will be inside along with 32GB of native storage. A 12MP dual camera setup can be found on the back of the phone with a 2MP front-facing snapper for selfie shooters. Keeping the lights on is a 3340mAh battery. A fingerprint scanner will be found on the back of the unit.

For the phone, honor is expected to have it priced around USD200 (~RM 830) and we may see the price to mirror the honot 5X in Malaysia once it is available here. Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the honot 6X.


October 2020 smartphone launch compilation: 19 new smartphones from entry-level to flagship!

Another month flew by in the blink of an eye, and now we're in the final two months of 2020. It has been a great October for smartphones, especially if you are an Apple fan since the iPhone 12 series launched. But there were plenty of devices that released as well. Let's take a look at the 19 smartphones launched in September 2020!

Great device if you want vanilla Android, but unfortunately it'll never land in Malaysia...

Fantastic value for those who want a mid-range with a good screen.

Flagship specs at affordable prices, can't say no to that!

Not a bad option if you need something simple.

There's no real standout feature for this mid-range phone, but Samsung fans may appreciate the colours.

It comes with a Snapdragon 865 chipset, 'nuff said.

Solid mid-range option for Samsung fans.

A 120Hz display for an entry-level phone is pretty nice.

Good specs and sub-RM1k price tag, pretty good deal.

Pretty weak chipset here makes the realme 7i the better deal.

The long-awaited flagship iPhone series of the year has 5G and fantastic specs, but say goodbye to the extra charger.

Another entry-level phone, nothing much to see here.

Well, this could be what League of Legends fans would want.

The most interesting thing about this is the side-mounted front camera, makes it great for streamers.

Its camera setup is quite impressive for a mid-range, so get this if you are into mobile photography.

This looks much better than what most entry-level phones would.

Better specs and greater value than the OnePlus 8.

If you want to go all-in on mobile photography, you might want to consider this.

More affordable options from OnePlus and they're pretty good.

And that's it for last month's smartphone launch compilation! Which smartphone was your favourite? Do let us know in the comments below! For more articles like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Official Apple iPhone XS series & XR price tag starts from RM3599, pre-order to go live on 19 October 2018

Today, Apple Malaysia's website has quietly revealed the official prices for the latest iPhone generation - the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and the iPhone XR. The following starting price tags are RM4999, RM5399 and RM3599 respectively, Malaysian customer will be able to pre-order the devices starting at 1501 hours on 19 October 2018 which is this coming Friday.

According to the website, both the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max will come in the same colour models of Silver, Space Gray and Gold. If you prefer to have other colour options, the iPhone XR offers a wide variety of choices including White, Black, Blue, Yellow, Coral and the popular (PRODUCT)RED which contributes directly to the Global Fund to fight AIDS with each purchase.

For the memory model, only the iPhone XR will have a 64GB, 128GB and 256GB variant, whereas the iPhone XS series come in 64GB, 256GB and 512GB variant. Below is the official pricing and links for each model:

Our local telcos should also be preparing to offer some packages on the new iPhone XS series and XR this month. Until then, stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Official Huawei Watch D renders and leaked demo shows blood pressure cuff hands-on

Official renders of the upcoming Huawei Watch D have appeared on VMALL.com while a separate leaked demo has revealed the inner inflatable cuff said to be able to more accurately measure blood pressure. Looking much like the Huawei Watch Fit with its rectangular watch face, the Watch D is expected to be revealed in just a bit on 23 December.

In general, while some smartwatches may offer blood pressure measurement, most do so by calculating this based on the heart rate sensor. However, this is not as accurate as more traditional inflatable pressure cuffs, but the aforementioned strap accessory for the Watch D should offer better blood pressure measurement.

Apparently you can measure blood pressure with the Huawei Watch D just like you'd normally do with a smartwatch

Previously, this inflatable cuff accessory appeared in a user manual video showing how to remove it and use it. In that video, users were recommended to place their hands in a certain way to get the most optimum reading but the most recent demo shows that you can still get a reading by keeping your wrist straight.

We expect that the inflatable cuff isn’t the most comfortable thing to wear when exercising so it’s good that it can be removed. Expected tech specs for the Huawei Watch D include 32MB RAM and 4GB of storage but this has yet to be confirmed just yet. No Malaysia price or release dates either but local pricing is expected to be 2998 yuan (~RM1986).

At that sort of price, we think that it’d be mostly popular with those who already have hypertension or high blood pressure rather than your typical sporty fitness tracking user, but it does offer something more than most smartwatches. Would you be interested in getting the Huawei Watch D? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com

This video shows how to remove, attach and use the inflatable cuff on the Huawei Watch D

The Huawei Watch D on VMALL.com is expected to come on 23 December 2021


Official Huawei nova 9 poster reveals official launching date and design

As previously speculated, the Huawei nova 9 is indeed coming soon with an official release date. Set to launch in the Chinese market first, as usual, the nova 9 will be unveiled on 23 September 2021.

But that's not all, Huawei also confirmed that the previous nova 9 design leaks are spot on. As you can see from the image, the phone will have a quad rear camera on the double ring design module and the nova logo on its rear. It will also come with HarmonyOS as expected, which will be a 2.1 version according to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

To recap some of the tech specs, the nova 9 is said to be featuring a 4500mAh battery pack with 66W super fast-charging technology. Rumours have it that there could also be a nova 9 Pro variant but with a 4000mAh battery that supports a 100W super fast-charging technology. Perhaps the most interesting one of all is the fact that the nova 9 series is a 4G-based smartphone only.

Before you know it, the Huawei nova 9 series will be unveiled in a blink of an eye. Until then, do stay tuned for the official news coverage only at TechNave.com.


Acer Liquid S2 officially launched as World's First 4K recording smartphone

With the IFA 2013 event upon us, Acer has officially launched it's Acer Liquid S2 as the World's first smartphone with the ability to record 4K video. Powered by a 2.2GHz Snapdragon 800 processor, this 6-inch phablet offers full HD IPS display for 368ppi protected by Gorilla Glass 3. Other tech specs and features include a 3300 mAh battery, 16GB storage and microSD support up to 128GB. It packs in a 13MP rear camera with 28mm wide-angle lens with a backside illuminated sensor. The 2MP front camera also has an ultra-wide 88 degree 24mm BSI sensor and supports 1080p video recording.

The Acer Liquid C2 captures 4K Ultra HD video at 60 frames per second and can also do slow motion video. At 166 x 86 x 8.9mm the phablet is quite thin and supports 4G LTE, Bluetooth 4.0, WiFi, 3G and GPS. At the event, Acer said that it would launch the smartphone late October 2013 in Europe but no detailed information on Malaysia release dates or pricing just yet. According to related news, the Acer Liquid S2 achieves 4K video recording not through it's camera sensor but through the Snapdragon 800 chipset, which may make the chipset synonymous with 4K video recording in general.


Official Meizu Pro 6 image and reveal date released by Meizu CEO

Today, Meizu CEO Huang has not only showed us the official Meizu Pro 6 device image but also confirming the flagship will launch sooner than expected on 13 April next week at 2.30pm in Beijing, China. The flagship will come in black, and assured us the body is slimmer than it looks from the image.

From the image, it looks like the flagship will sport a Laser Auto Focus just below the rear camera in a circle shape around it, it also confirmed the unique antenna design which was confirmed by VP Li Nan few days ago. Besides that, we also know that it will be the first exclusive smartphone to launch with the Helio X25 chipset under the hood and will feature 3D Touch like feature.

Will the Pro 6 device be able to overthrow the iPhone 7 as promised? Stay tuned as we countdown the days and see what it can do at Technave.com!


Official Mi Store opens at Pavilion KL with the Mi 8 Pro and the Mi 8 Lite from RM999

Xiaomi Malaysia officially launched their new Mi Store at Pavilion Kuala Lumpur today with their Xiaomi Mi 8 Pro and Mi 8 Lite. The Mi 8 Pro was on sale for RM2399 and the Mi 8 Lite came in - RM999 (4GB + 64GB) and RM1299 (6GB + 128GB) variants. While first sales began at 11.30am a grand store opening sale promotion with various other Xiaomi phones and accessories will start from 5pm.

The Mi 8 Lite 4GB + 64GB is already on sale online first at the Shopee Mi Official Store on 10 November 2018, as well as Lazada Malaysia from 11 November 2018. As for the 6GB + 128GB model, it will be available exclusively at every authorised Mi Stores around Malaysia in Aurora Blue and Midnight Black. And just like the London release, the Mi 8 Pro will come in its cool Transparent Titanium with an 8GB + 128GB setup as well.

All the promotions for the Grand Opening Sale

That backside on the Mi 8 Pro certainly looks cool too

You can check out the full Mi 8 Pro tech specs and features here but the more selfie-focused Mi 8 Lite offers a 24MP front camera with AI Makeup to edit your facial features. The dual rear camera setup uses a 12MP + 5MP combo sensor, complete with Dual Pixel AutoFocus and AI Scene Detection.

The LCD display is slightly bigger as well, measuring at 6.26-inch in FHD+ resolution and packs in a Snapdragon 660 AIE processor along with a bigger battery at 3350mAh. Below are the official Mi 8 Lite tech specs list:

Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Official Moto M specifications revealed with 3050 mAh battery, Dolby Atmos speaker and more

Tomorrow (8 November 2016) in China, Lenovo is set to release a brand new Moto M and some official details were shown online from the press releases. Here are the official tech-specs below:

Waterproof dual nano-coating (we think it should be more to water resistance, could be a translation error from the source)

3050 mAh battery with Turbo Power technology

With a price range of 1999 Yuan (around RM1238), the Gold and Silver smartphone seems to be a mid-range tier and it provides a 360° surround sound from its Dolby Atmos speaker, which is quite impressive. It also features a Turbo Power fast charge technology, which should be the exact same one from the recent Moto Z and Z Play release in Malaysia last week.

Stay tuned for the official Moto M news at Technave.com.


Official Nokia 5.1 Plus price finally announced - RM899

Back in late September 2018, Nokia Malaysia announced the new Nokia 6.1 Plus and Nokia 5.1 Plus but there was no price unveiled for the latter. However, that is all changed now - the Nokia 5.1 Plus will be available at all authorised Nokia retailers in Malaysia as well as Nokia mobile’s official store on Lazada Malaysia for RM899 tomorrow (6 November 2018).

Considering the price, we think it's a very value-for-money smartphone as it features mid-tier tech specs including a MediaTek Helio P60 octa-core processor, which is quite a relatively new processor that's good enough for graphics intense games nowadays. On the back, it has a 13MP + 5MP dual rear camera with Portrait Mode enabled and Bothie feature too, which allows the user to take videos and photos on the back and front at the same time. Design-wise, it's well crafted with a 2.5D curved front and rear glass along with an edge-to-edge 5.8-inch HD+ display on the full metal body and a polycarbonate frame.

Moreover, the phone will be available in Gloss Black and Gloss Midnight Blue running on Android One out of the box. Nokia Malaysia also said Android Pie will be updated on the device when it's ready in the near future. Customers who purchase it will bring home a free backpack, tempered glass screen protector and a protective cover case worth RM200.

Stay tuned for more Nokia news at TechNave.com.


"Official" Nokia 9 PureView image render released online

MWC 2019 IS UPON US! Many tech brands will be showing up and the Nokia 9 PureView is one of our top 7 techs to look out for. It's not often that we see a leaked or rumoured news about the Nokia 9 PureView but here we are with the clearest image render we've seen so far. In fact, sources are saying that this is the real deal and so are the tech specs.

Looking at the "official" image renders online, we must say that the Nokia 9 PureView looks fantastic as there is no notch to be seen. The penta rear camera setup is not something we haven't seen before, if we had to guess - the configuration should consist of a primary sensor, an ultra wide-angle lens, a telephoto lens, a depth sensor and possibly a ToF (time of flight) sensor for better portrait shots. It's also noted that the headphone jack is not around and it features a USB Type-C port.

Onto the tech specs, the information is quite scarce but we do know that it will run on Android One out of the box. HMD Global is said to promise frequent OS updates and security patches. No rear fingerprint sensor is seen as well so we can assume that there will be an in-display fingerprint sensor on the AMOLED display.

So what do you think of the penta rear camera setup on the Nokia 9 PureView? Is it overkill? Stay tuned for our official MWC 2019 coverage coming soon at TechNave.com.


Official OnePlus 3T now available for pre-order

We recently reported that the OnePlus 3T was spotted in the SIRIM database. It is now finally available for pre-orders. These are official International A3003 models distributed by Brightstar Malaysia that comes with a full 1-year local warranty.

The OnePlus 3T is officially priced RM2229 for the 64GB storage configuration, which is about 20% higher than the original OnePlus 3 that used to be sold at RM1888. Local phone retailer, DirectD is now taking pre-orders, offering a choice of both Gold and Gunmetal. It is listed as shipping within 3-5 working days, which meant you are highly likely to receive your order by 21-22 March, which is next Monday or Tuesday.

While the OnePlus 3T looks similiar to the original OnePlus 3, it had received some minor upgrades, including that new Gunmetal colour. Here’s a recap of the OnePlus 3T’s specifications:

If you could swallow the slightly increased price for the OnePlus 3T, you may pre-order your unit here. While it might seemed like a lot of money to pay for a device, the OnePlus 3T is still, one of the better price-performance ratio smartphones around, at this moment of writing. Would you be getting one?


Official OnePlus Buds Z2 renders leaked, confirms black colour and key specs

Pretty soon, OnePlus will probably add a new model to its OnePlus Buds series. First, renders for the OnePlus Buds Z2 were found. We then got some tech specs and features for the upcoming TWS earbuds. Now, there's confirmation about the specs from a third source.

According to GizNext, the OnePlus Buds Z2 will launch in October 2021. First of all, there's now a pure black-coloured version of the earbuds to go with the white one. A spec sheet was also revealed, confirming that this model will feature 11mm "moving coil" audio drivers and three microphones for improved active noise cancellation (ANC) of up to 40dB.

Besides ANC, the earbuds have IP55 water resistance (IPX4 for charging case), voice assistance, and Bluetooth 5.2 support. The list also shows that the OnePlus Buds Z2 would only support the AAC and SBC codecs, so don't expect fancy features like Spatial Audio or Lossless Audio.

The OnePlus Buds Z2 will probably launch soon, so stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


Official Redmi K20 images appear with 7th gen in-display fingerprint reader and 27W fast charging

Redmi finally lifted the veil off their smartphone, showing both the back and front of their upcoming Snapdragon 855 device, the Redmi K20. It is now pretty much confirmed that the device will be completely notchless with super slim bezels and will also come with a 7th generation in-display fingerprint reader.

The Chinese sub-brand mentions that the 7th generation in-display fingerprint reader comes with a 3P lens which has 7.2μm ultra-large pixels. Its photosensitivity area is 100% higher, 30% more accurate than their previous gen in-display fingerprint scanners and the fingerprint scanning area is also 15% larger than before as well. A brand new DSP acceleration technology is no also present, enabling the device to unlock 10% faster than before with a 30% higher success rate under direct sunlight and cold temperatures.

Redmi K20's front alongside info about their next gen in-display fingerprint reader

For the design, the back of the Redmi K20 features a triple rear camera setup arranged vertically on the center of the device. The back is made of glass with a gradient colouring which starts from a dark black in the middle to a holographic looking maroon. The photo also shows the power button and volume buttons on the right side of the device.

According to leaks, both the Redmi K20 and Redmi K20 Pro may support fast charging of different variants. China’s 3C certification revealed that the Redmi K20 may support 18W fast charging whereas the Redmi K20 Pro may be launched with 27W fast charging. Due to that fact, it is speculated that the Redmi K20 may be released with the Snapdragon 730 and the Redmi K20 Pro with the Snapdragon 855. As far as the naming goes, it may be possible that the Redmi K20 may launch outside of China as the Xiaomi Mi 9T which is pretty disappointing as naming goes.

Fast charging and model names for the K20 and K20 Pro

So far, we do know that the Redmi K20 may feature the same camera setup as the Xiaomi Mi 9 with 48MP + 13MP (ultra-wide) + 8MP (telephoto) sensors and supports 960fps slow-mo recording. As for its tech specs, we may be seeing 8GB RAM + 128/256GB of internal storage variants, a 6.39 inch display, 4000mAh battery and NFC.

The device is set to launch on the 28th of May in China. Are you excited for the Redmi K20's launch? Keep up with the latest news and updates on the Redmi K20 on TechNave.com!


Official Redmi K60 cooling case can reportedly reduce the device’s temperature by 4 degrees Celsius

With the launch of the Redmi K60 series last Tuesday (27 December 2022), the Xiaomi subsidiary also launched several official accessories for the smartphone lineup. These include a cooling case which is touted to be able to, well, cool the device by up to 4 degrees Celsius.

According to GizmoChina, the official accessory by Redmi was released yesterday (30 December 2022) and may use the same-segment heat technology that’s embedded inside the K60 series. Moreover, the temperature of the new phase composite material is changed from solid to liquid dual stat, thus dissipating heat.

Photos and details of the cooling case were previously shared by a digital blogger on Weibo last Thursday, which revealed its silver colour and unique design full of vents. According to the post, after an hour of testing thanks to its ice-sensing heat protection cover, it actually cooled down quickly by 4 degrees Celsius.

In China, the K60 cooling case is available for purchase at Xiaomi Mall and is priced at CNY79 or ~RM50. As of the time of writing, Redmi has yet to reveal whether the K60 series and its official accessories will be sold in other regions outside China, though the series has been rumoured to be rebranded as the POCO F5 Pro for the global market.

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


Official Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro hands-on pictures

So last week, we receive a tip from Mr. Anonymous that the Samsung Galaxy A9 Pro should be arriving in Malaysia last Friday, but it seems that it's actually already official in Malaysia shores. We manage to get some hands-on images of the device from Mr. Anonymous, so without further ado, check them out below!

Comparison of screen size of Galaxy A9 Pro to Galaxy A7 (Front)

Comparison of screen size of Galaxy A9 Pro to Galaxy A7 (Back)

Speculations about the price-tag could be RM1999, but for the tech-specs; it's revealed that the device features a 4GB RAM, 96GB storage (32GB internal storage + 64GB microSD bundle), a 6-inch Super AMOLED display with full HD (1920 x 1080 pixel resolution), 16MP rear camera (f/1.9, Optical Image stabilization) + 8MP front camera (f/1.9) and supports 4G LTE Cat6 connectivity. Stay tuned for the official news by Samsung at Technave.com!


Acer Liquid Zest Plus smartphone with 5000 mAh battery announced for below RM1K

Apart from announcing new laptops, Acer also announced their latest mid-range smartphone called the Acer Liquid Zest Plus. The big draw to this device is the inclusion of a 5000mAh battery inside. Yes, this is the phone to choose for a whole day outing with your friends.It comes with a 5.5inch display, and a 13 megapixel rear camera. At the announcement, Acer did not share what processor the Liquid Zest Plus will be using, but with an expected price point of around USD 250 (around RM 975), we predict that it could be a mid-range Qualcomm Snapdragon or Mediatek Helios. We also foresee that the Liquid Zest Plus will come with 2GB of RAM, and 16GB of internal memory storage, with a possible microSD expansion slot. Another outstanding feature is the new autofocus system that Acer will be putting into the Liquid Zest Plus. Called ‘tri-focus’, it will use laser, phase and contrast detection to achieve autofocus lock when taking images. We will just have to wait and see if the system works as advertised. Also from the photo, we may see a high megapixel front camera to accompany the 13 megapixel shooter. Stay tuned for more news on the Liquid Zest Plus, right here at Technave.[Source]


Official Samsung Galaxy C8 released online, another dual camera smartphone from Samsung

In just two weeks, Samsung has already released three smartphones with dual camera modules. Starting with the Galaxy Note 8, Galaxy J7+ and now the Galaxy C8 which seems to be exclusive to China, or is it? New promotional images were released on Twitter, let's check it out.

At first glance, both the J7+ and C8 looks quite identical. Both are full metal with nice curves, the antenna lines are at the same placement and even for the camera setup is the same. So because of this, some are people are thinking that both smartphones are actually the same but just with different names for the market. However, we think it's not the case, the memory capacity between the two is different since the J7+ is 4GB + 32GB, while the C8 comes in two variants of 3GB + 32GB and 4GB + 64GB.

The Galaxy C7 Pro came to Malaysia last year and we won't be surprised if the C8 does too. Time will tell, stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Official Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro currently on pre-order for Malaysia, coming on 9 March 2017?

A recent pre-order listing for the Samsung Galaxy C9 Pro is currently on Lazada for RM2299. Available in all three colours of black, gold and pink there is even a 20% discount off for a 2nd Galaxy C9 Pro if you buy 2 at the same time for RM4138.20. The listing looks to be legit, complete with Samsung Authorization and 1 year official Samsung Malaysia Warranty but it also seems to indicate the Malaysia release date as being 9 March 2017.

Granted, there are listings for Import versions at RM1939 but those don't seem to be officially from Samsung Malaysia, so if you're looking for more than one large 6-inch display device with 6GB of RAM this could be the offer you're looking for. Do check TechNave.com for all the latest price listings of your gadgets and devices as we initially saw it on the site.


Official Sony Xperia XZ3 images released with new colour additions + some tech-specs

Just before Sony kicks off its 2018 IFA event tomorrow in Germany, it seems that Geekbench has officially released the real image renders as well as specifications that put the rumours to sleep. The specifications aren't much, though, but it's enough to assure us that it won't be going crazy on having quad-cameras as previously rumoured.

Let's start off with the tech-specs first, Sony fans will be happy to know that the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor is on board (as expected) but however, the RAM power is not 6GB as previously rumoured, it's still stuck on 4GB of RAM. The Geekbench score also shows that the phone scored 2330 points in the single-core category, while the multi-core category is 8665 points. Android Pie is also very likely to be pre-installed, and lastly, Sony is still comfortable with having a single sensor on each side with 19MP on the back and 13MP for the front.

Moving on to the design, Sony is still sticking to the Ambient Flow design but it seems that they are introducing two new colour models which are called Bordeaux Red and Forest Green. The screen panel looks like is still 5.7-inch as well although it's not confirmed, the resolution is set to 2880 x 1440 with an 18:9 aspect ratio. The Silver White and Black model is part of the colour collection.

Sony Mobile will unveil everything about the Xperia XZ3 soon, stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


Official Xiaomi ENCHEN store is now opened on Lazada. Get discounts of up to RM80 during grand opening!

Other than smartphone and IoT products, Xiaomi also manufactures other products such as electric shavers, hair clippers, curling iron and more via the sub-brand called ENCHEN. With that being said, an ENCHEN Malaysia official store will open on 18 January 2021 on Lazada, which you can purchase Xiaomi ENCHEN products.

But that’s not all, in conjunction with the opening of the ENCHEN Store, you can also get discounts of up to RM80 depending on the products. Here’s a list of all the products that are going to be on discount during the opening that’s going to happen next week.

If you want to find out more information, head over to Xiaomi ENCHEN Malaysia’s official Facebook page or their official store on Lazada. Would you be interested in purchasing any Xiaomi ENCHEN products as soon as it is available for purchase? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Official Xiaomi Mi 5X image appears online

So according to sources, the newly tipped Xiaomi Mi 5X is scheduled to launch on 26 July 2017 which isn't far off. That being said, new render images of the phone have appeared online and more tech-specs information as well. Let's take a look.

On first glance, we know what you are thinking - the Mi 5X looks really familiar to the OPPO R11, which is also a copy of the Apple iPhone 7 Plus (lol). Anyway, the Mi 5X still has the fingerprint scanner behind so that's not too bad, followed by a pair of camera sensors behind with a Sony IMX386 sensor and a Samsung S5K3M3 CMOS sensor as a telephoto lens. The megapixels are still unknown. The antenna design is now a u-shaped too.

The Mi 5X will be a mid-ranger as it will sport a Snapdragon 625 processor, 5.5-inch display, 4GB RAM, a USB Type-C port, 3000mAH battery and a 16MP front camera. Also, the price tag is slated to be 1999 Yuan (~RM1267).

Are you looking forward to the new Mi 5X smartphone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Official ad for Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G leaked

The Samsung Unpacked event may have unveiled the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G then. But there's nothing quite like an advertisement to hype a device before its launch. An official ad for the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5GB is probably not supposed to be revealed yet, but its leak does show us a few things.

Thanks to the folks at Sparrownews uploading the video, we can see that Samsung's new foldable will have Ultra-Thin Glass protecting the display. It also mentioned support for 120Hz refresh rate, Adaptive Flex Mode, and Wireless DeX. Additionally, the video also shows that the device will be using a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

As a reminder, the Galaxy Z Fold 2 5G is a foldable device with flagship-class tech specs. It will come with the Snapdragon 865+ chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of internal storage. Besides that, there will be a triple rear camera module (64MP+12MP+16MP), as well as a dual-front camera setup (10MP+10MP).

The foldable will go on pre-order in the US and China next month, though availability in Malaysia hasn't been announced yet. With that said, would you be interested in getting one for yourself? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Official cash-back list of Huawei smartphones, up to RM396

So just a few hours ago, Huawei Malaysia has announced that their fans and customers will get to enjoy a 6% cash-back off the retail recommended price for selected products. This will start from tomorrow onwards (18 May) until 31 May 2018.

Does this include the latest P20 and P20 Pro? Why, yes! In fact, it goes as far to their tablets and wearables as well. Even the Porche Design Mate RS which was recently announced by the company with a limited 200 units in stock, granting anyone who gets their hands on a cash-back of RM396.

Cash back value of HUAWEI devices are as follows:

By the way, in conjunction with the upcoming Hari Raya festival. Huawei is also running the Gaya Raya Bersama campaign where participants have a chance to win a family trip to Tokyo Disneyland or Club Med Bali. You can read more about over here, and stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


Official honor 9 Blue Bird Edition revealed online

On the scale of 1-10, how badly are you waiting for the Honor 9? Just to refresh your memory, the Honor 9 is one of those devices that have yet to arrive on Malaysia shore after its first debut way back in June 2017, revealing to be one of the beautifully crafted shiniest smartphones that we've ever seen (check out our Top 5 Shiniest Smartphones list here). Anyway, honor has decided to release another model with a new colour and they are calling it the Blue Bird. Check out the official renders below.

Just so you know, the Blue Bird is not the same as the Blue variant that was shown back then. In fact, it falls in line with the colour cyan more. Moreover, there are also rumours that other new colours are coming soon as well, which will feature Yellow, Peach Pink and Orange.

The Honor 9 Blue Bird Edition has the exact same tech-specs of Kirin 960, 4GB RAM, 64GB ROM, 5.15-inch display, 12MP + 20M camera sensors, 3200mAh battery and more for the same 2299 Yuan (~RM1500) price tag. Stay tuned as we will be keeping our eyes on this smartphone at TechNave.com.


Official iPhone 12 and 12 Pro benchmark tests have debunked previous results against Snapdragon 865+

Previously, there was some news that the A14 Bionic chipset of the iPhone 12 series scored lower than the Snapdragon 865+ chipset. Back then, the iPhone 12 series were not released yet so we took that news with a pinch of salt. But now that the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro are rolled out, the official benchmark scores are in and have debunked the previous news.

Once again, folks from Tomsguide.com did some benchmark test run on the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro, along with other Android phones that are using the Snapdragon 865+ chipset. From the list below, all the phones were using Geekbench 5 showing single-core and multi-core results. Both new iPhone 12 models are at the top 2 but interestingly, the iPhone 11 Pro Max was sitting at third place.

Behind the iPhone 11 Pro Max is the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and looking at the scores, it's unfortunate that figures aren't even that close. But even so, the Galaxy S20 Plus is also quite far behind from its own relative. The ROG Phone 3 has a better multi-core score of all the Android phones but slightly losing behind the Galaxy Note 20 Ultra by a few points.

Of course, numbers aren't everything and as we have used most of the phones here (except the new iPhone 12 models), we aren't really complaining much since they can run graphics-intensive mobile games just fine. However, it also shows that the A Bionic series are just ahead and can be used for a long time before a stronger Android chipset comes in. You can also check out the Graphics and Video encoding results from the charts below.

Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Official image of the OnePlus Nord N20 5G released, will be launched in late April

OnePlus yesterday teased fans with the first official image of its upcoming smartphone, the OnePlus Nord N20 5G. Set to be released in the United States later this month, The Nord N20 is the successor to the Nord N10 which was quite successful in the region.

OnePlus also confirmed that the Nord N20 will feature a 6.43-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a normal 60Hz refresh rate. There will also be a fingerprint scanner embedded under the display.

Shared to PCMag, the official image by OnePlus shows a dual-camera setup at its back and a punch-hole selfie camera on the top-left of the display at its front. However, no official specs were given by OnePlus just yet.

Speaking of the display, OnePlus also said that at the Nord N20’s selling price, the company alluded that it could only choose from a 60Hz AMOLED display or a 90Hz IPS display. The company opted for the former, as AMOLED offers low power consumption,  better contrast, more vivid colours and a wider colour gamut.

Besides that, OnePlus also confirmed that the Nord N20 will feature SuperVOOC fast charging, although its speed and battery capacity are yet to be revealed. The price also remains a mystery, though based on what has been revealed, the Nord N20 will have a competitive price in the budget segment.

What do you guys think of the Nord N20’s design? Would you get this phone if OnePlus made it available in Malaysia?

Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. Furthermore, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest trending tech news such as this!


Acer Malaysia Releases Acer Iconia W3 for RM1199

After it's much hyped announcement at Computex 2013, we've been waiting quite some time for it and now Acer Malaysia has finally released the Acer Iconia W3 tablet. Packing in the full Windows 8 with an 8-inch screen, the tablet will be priced at RM1199 for the 16GB version, which is probably the lowest price for any full Windows 8 system to date. The 64GB version will be coming later in July 2013, but will probably be priced around RM1300 as the US price for the 64GB version is around $429.99 (RM1362) but it also comes with the keyboard. In addition to the full Windows 8 experience, Microsoft have also added a fully functioning Office for free so you can do more than just browse with this tablet.While the Acer Iconia W3 does come with a keyboard, snap-on casing and screen protector, these accessories will only be available in the next few weeks or so, and will be sold separately. The keyboard will be going for RM149, the snap-on casing for RM99 and the screen protector for RM49. It would be good if Acer can do a combo deal as RM1397 (RM1199 + RM149 + RM49) is still quite a high price. In comparison, newly released Windows 8 touchscreen notebook computers are going for below RM1300 or so. However, the tablet should provide another option for those looking to get a portable yet affordable Windows 8 machine.


Official image of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 may have been leaked

Many are looking forward to the new flagship smartphones from Samsung, but there are a few products that may be unveiled as early as next week. Rumours claim that the Galaxy Watch 3 and Galaxy Tab S7 series could be launching next week and now an official image of the company's latest tablet series may have been leaked.

Based on a new picture by leaker Evan Blass, the Galaxy Tab S7 series will be arriving with some accessories. There's an S-Pen, kickstand, and dockable keyboard in the image, with the keyboard likely to be an optional purchase. We couldn't see a front camera as it may be blocked by the S-Pen, but you can also see the bezel size, USB Type-C port, and two speakers at the bottom.

In terms of specs, expect both the Galaxy Tab S7 series to feature Qualcomm's Snapdragon 865 chipset. It should also have 6GB of RAM, a large screen size of up to 12.4-inch, and a massive battery of up to 10090mAh. The display used will be the typical Super AMOLED panel we normally see with flagship Samsung devices.

Overall, it feels like Samsung decided not to change too much when it comes to the design of the Galaxy Tab S7. With that said, would you consider getting Samsung's latest tablets when it launches? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Official images of the Huawei nova 8 Pro 5G spotted

It seems that a bunch of images related to the Huawei nova 8 Pro may have been spotted on weibo, which showcases what seems to be the final design of the upcoming smartphone series. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it is officially available for purchase.

Based on what we can see from the graphics, the Huawei nova 8 Pro comes equipped with an oval-shaped camera module at the rear which houses a quad-camera setup. But that’s not all, it also looks like the smartphone will have a FullView display at the front with a pill-shaped notch which houses two front-facing sensors that are located towards the top left of the display.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the official images of the nova 8 Pro 5G? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Official images of the OPPO A92s with 12GB of RAM spotted

It seems that a bunch of images regarding the OPPO A92s has been spotted on playfuldroid.com, and it shows not only the design of the smartphone but also the colours it device comes with. There’s also a possibility that the aforementioned phone could come equipped with either a 120Hz refresh rate display, or touch sampling rate which provides a much more responsive and immersive user experience.

In terms of the tech specs, the OPPO A92s is expected to come equipped with MediaTek’s Dimensity 800 SoC, up to 12GB RAM, up to 256GB ROM, 6.57-inch FHD+ display and a 3920mAh battery. Camera-wise, it will most likely come with a 48MP + 8MP + 8MP + 2MP rear camera as well as a 16MP + 2MP front-facing selfie camera.

With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt due to the fact that OPPO has yet to provide an official statement in regards to the leaked info. Not only that, but there’s also no news about the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the device for now.

Would you be interested in getting the OPPO A92s as soon as it is available for purchase in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Official-like 64GB Mi 9T Malaysia early bird price could terminate everything at RM1099!

Looking to #TerminatetheRivals and nearly every other budget smartphone maker, Lazada Malaysia recently revealed the Xiaomi Mi 9T 6GB RAM + 64GB storage variant for a shocking early bird offer of RM1099 on 25 June 2019. Does this disrupt the Malaysian market? YES! Is it official? Not just yet, because while it may have appeared on Lazada, we haven’t seen it appear on the Mi Malaysia Facebook page or their official site.

For a refresher on the Mi 9T tech specs, even the 6GB RAM + 64GB storage Mi 9T features a midrange Qualcomm Snapdragon 730 chipset, a 6.39-inch full display, a 20MP front-facing pop-up camera, 48MP + 13MP + 8MP triple rear cameras and a 4000 mAh battery. Just so that you take this with a good amount of salt, the Mi 9T previously appeared on Lazada at RM1299 so that RM1099 early bird price is definitely somewhat fishy.

No mention yet of the 8GB RAM or 128GB storage version yet either. We should learn more today during their official launch of the Mi 9T but for now, why don’t you discuss which price you think is more believable, RM1299 or RM1099? Of course, we’re rooting for RM1099 but what do you think? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech news.


Official list of Sony smartphone for Android 7.0 Nougat update

As you may have already heard, the Google Nexus 6P have already got the new Android 7.0 Nougat update recently. Soon other Android smartphones will follow up, and that's what Sony did, but only publishing a list of phones planned for the Nougat update. Below is the official list from Sony themselves:

In other news, both HTC and Samsung will soon release their statement on which phone will receive the new OS, which the HTC 10, Galaxy S7 series and the recently announced Note 7 will get it in the near future.

Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Official list of compatible Apple devices for iOS 10 update

Can't wait to get your hands on the Apple iPhone 7 series? Don't fret, while Malaysia has to wait for it, but we won't have to wait for the iOS 10 and it's actually coming sooner than we thought. We've compiled a list of devices that are guaranteed to receive the update OTA (over-the-air), so check it them out below:

If we follow Apple's tradition, the update will likely be available sometime around tomorrow noon Eastern Time according to the source, give or take two hours. Several updates from the iOS includes Apple Music, Maps and Messages upgrades, iOS being open to third-parties developers, and many others which you can check them out here.


Official multi-device support for WhatsApp could be around the corner

As you may know, WhatsApp isn't quite the most convenient messaging app around. Since you need your phone number to register, it's restricted to one device only. The company has been working on adding multi-device support to the platform since last year and it seems we may finally get it soon.

According to Wabetainfo, the latest Android version of WhatsApp Beta (2.21.1.3) has a preview of what the multi-device support could look like. There will be a new privacy policy that users have to agree as well, which is the data sharing policy that we mentioned yesterday. There is also going to be an update to the platform's terms of services in February 2021, so maybe we'll get more details then.

Anyway, WhatsApp may have renamed the feature as "Linked Devices". The company has allegedly started to roll out a beta version for WhatsApp Web too, allowing you to have access to the service via your PC and phone simultaneously. You'll be able to access it on your PC even if your phone is not connected to the Internet, which is quite convenient.

Since WhatsApp is starting to test multi-device support for PC, linking your account to multiple mobile devices should be the next step. We still don't know when the feature will officially be available though. Having said that, what other feature would you like to see added to WhatsApp? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Official name of dual-screen LG phone confirmed to be 'WING'

While many are probably sceptical of how useful a smartphone with a swivelling mechanism can be, LG is all set to launch the new phone. The company has confirmed that its upcoming dual-screen phone will indeed be named 'WING'.

LG has announced that the LG WING will be launched under the Explorer Project, which is a new product category from LG. Devices under this category will all be experimental, to find new ways for users to interact with mobile devices. LG also said that the focus will be on the constantly evolving needs of mobile users and to challenge current norms. Since LG mentioned mobile devices, there may also be other types of devices like tablets.

In terms of tech specs, there's not much we know about the phone yet. But it has been said that the LG WING will be a 5G device with a Snapdragon 765G chipset. A previous leak also showed that the phone is likely to have an under-display camera, a 64MP main camera, and a price tag of around USD 1000 (~RM4149).

The LG Wing will be unveiled LG at 10 PM on 13 September (GMT+8) via the company's YouTube channel, so we'll find out more soon. With that said, are you interested to know more about this phone? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


Official pre-order for the Samsung Galaxy S8 (RM3299) and Galaxy S8 Plus (RM3699) coming on 11 April 2017, RM900 worth of freebies

Samsung Malaysia officially announced that their pre-order for the Samsung Galaxy S8 (RRP set at RM3299) and Galaxy S8 Plus (RRP set at RM3699) will start on 11 April 2017 from 10:00am. If it doesn't all get snapped up in an hour then the pre-order period will end on 13 April 2017. As is customary for the official pre-order there will be a bunch of freebies worth RM900 including a Limited Edition Starter kit (clear cover, screen protector, wireless charger stand, USB Type-C cable) + 5100 mAh battery pack + Samsung Protection Plus (1-year screen crack protection, 1-time replacement over 12 months, 1-year extended warranty) plan.

Check out more details at www.samsung.com/my/s8preorder where you can register your interest and get reminded the moment the pre-order starts. Here's the walkthrough to prepare for the pre-order:


Official press renders of Samsung Galaxy S20 series allegedly leaked

For those who can't get enough of them, we're seeing more leaks in regards to the Samsung Galaxy S20 series! A new leak that's appeared shows what are supposed to be official renders and pricing of the Galaxy S20 devices. It also claimed that the Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G will feature a periscope camera with 100x digital zoom.

According to 91mobiles, leakster Ishan Agarwal had shared a series of images that reveal the designs of the devices. For the Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G, you can expect the 2.5D glass front that is different from the curved sides that were used in previous models. The quad-camera setup at the back is noticeably large and the fourth sensor right at the bottom is the rumoured periscope camera.

In terms of tech specs, 91mobiles also speculated that the Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G will come with an Exynos 990 chipset, 16GB of RAM, up to 512GB of internal storage, and a 6.9-inch AMOLED display (1440 × 3200) with 120Hz refresh rate. These are all in line with the leaked specs we've seen previously. As for the details in pricing and available colours for the different models, check out the list below.

Galaxy S20 Ultra (Cosmic Grey / Cosmic Black):

Galaxy S20 Plus (Cosmic Black / Cosmic Grey / Cloud Blue):

Galaxy S20 (Cosmic Grey / Cloud Blue / Cloud Pink):

At the rate the leaks are coming, Samsung Unpacked 2020 might just be held as a formality. Of course, until we get the official word it's still a good idea to take it with a pinch of salt. But what are your thoughts on this? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


Acer Malaysia are bringing in three new TravelMate laptops, Chromebook 311, extreme wide monitor and new projectors for Malaysia

Today, Acer Malaysia has brought in three new TravelMate laptop lineup for the Malaysia market - the TravelMate P614, the TravelMate X314 and also the TravelMate P214 laptop. Besides that, they also showcased the Chromebook 311, an extreme wide EI491 CR monitor and two new projectors.

Starting with the 14-inch FHD TravelMate P614 which was revealed at the Acer Global Press Conference 2019 in New York three weeks ago, it has a US Military Grade standard test (MIL-STD 810G) with drops from 122 CM height and withstanding 60kg of pressure! It's not just the sturdy exterior, but internally it's equipped with Acer ProShield Security Manager and Trusted Platform Module 2.0 that safeguard company data. Furthermore, it's powered by Intel Core i7 processor, 8GB RAM, 512GB Gen3 x4 PCIe SSD using NVMe technology. Ensuring maximum productivity, its USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C with Thunderbolt 3 offers lightning-fast data transfers up to 40Gbps and support for up to 8K display. It's currently retailing at RM5699 at Acer official online store and authorized resellers.

The TravelMate P614 (left) and P214 (right)

The TravelMate X3410 (left) and Chromebook 311 (right)

Next up, the Chromebook 311 is powered by an Intel Celeron N4100 processor, 4GB RAM, 32GB eMMC storage (expandable memory) and can stand up to 12 hours of battery life on a full single charge. Like the TravelMate lineup, it has 2x2 MU-MIMO technology, but with extra perks of withstanding liquid spills up to 330ml, as well as surviving drops from 122 CM and weights on top up to 60kg. This one cost RM1299 and will available in mid-May 2019.

In addition, there's also the extreme wide 49-inch EI491CR monitor, and two portable LED projectors - the PD132Wi and PD1520i. The monitor has a curved VA panel display ZeroFrame design with a 32:9 aspect ratio and DFHD (3840 x 1080) resolution. Meanwhile, the projectors go up to 4K2K resolution (max setting), DLP 3D and HDMI 3D ready. The following prices are RM3399, RM2999 and RM3699.

For more information, you can visit the Acer Malaysia online store here.


Official promo materials for the OPPO Reno8 reveals its design and colour options

The OPPO Reno8 series is set for release next Monday (23 May 2022) in China but OPPO has not revealed much about the upcoming smartphone lineup, other than its launch date. However, we now have a first look at the smartphone’s design thanks to official posters shared by OPPO on Weibo as well as from a listing that accidentally went live on JD.com.

On the official OPPO Weibo account, the tech company recently released several promo materials for the Reno8 series. These include 3 posters and 2 videos promoting the device in China.

Besides that, IT Home previously reported how the Reno8 series product page accidentally went live on JD.com, revealing the design. Well, it looks like the product page is in fact correct as the design is identical to what was shared by OPPO in the official promo materials.

A closer look into the promo posters show that it has a boxy, flat-edge design and a dual-camera setup at the back. As for the colour options, it’ll come in black, blue and gold, though the colour naming scheme may be slightly different.

The Reno8 can also be seen sporting a punch-hole display to house a selfie camera at the top-left of its front. It would also have thin bezels all around at the front, except for a slightly thicker bezels at the bottom.

So, what do you guys think of the design of the OPPO Reno8? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news.


Official render of OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro allegedly leaked

There are plenty of rumours before the OnePlus 9 series launch. Here, we found official renders of the devices which are the OnePlus 9 and OnePlus 9 Pro ahead of the launch.

According to sources, the OnePlus 9 Pro comes with three colour variants which include Black, Green, and Silver. It features a dual-curved display with a punch-hole on the top left corner of the screen.

As for the buttons, you can able to spot the volume buttons on the left and the power and alert buttons on the right. The device sport a quad-rear camera with the Hasselblad branding on the camera module and one of the lenses is a Sony IMX789.

On the other hand, the OnePlus 9 features three colour variants with a glossy finish at the back which includes Blue, Purple, and Black. This model comes with a punch-hole display with a flat-screen. As for the camera, it sports a triple rear camera and a Hasselblad as well.

Well, let us just sit back, relax, and wait for the official announcement. Are you excited about the device launching? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Official render of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 allegedly leaked

Last year's Galaxy Fold had a similar promo render

After Samsung has confirmed that there will be a total of five devices to be unveiled at Samsung Unpacked, we're quite sure that the Galaxy Z Fold 2 will be showcased soon. The company's next foldable device is expected to come with some improvements to features and design. And now, a newly leaked render that may be official may shine some light on the design part.

Initially spotted by Ishan Agarwal, allegedly official renders of the new Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold 2 have appeared on the Weibo social network. However, the renders for the latter were of a low resolution, causing it to be pixelated. If you squint and look closely, you'll be able to make out some details like the dual speakers (top and bottom), USB Type-C port, and large rear cameras. The device also seems to have very thin bezels for the display. But could we trust that this render is legit? It's honestly hard to tell.

Some renders of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold2 & Note20 Ultra going around on Weibo... I'm doubtful about their legitimacy since the Z Fold 2 design looks a bit too good to be true. #Samsung #Unpacked #GalaxyZFold2 #GalaxyNote20Ultra pic.twitter.com/M8rljZPMjD

Could the blurry render be the Galaxy Z Fold 2?

In terms of tech specs, there have been several leaks for the Galaxy Z Fold 2 in recent weeks too. The foldable is expected to be powered by the Snapdragon 865+ chipset, which could make the device more expensive than its predecessor. It's also supposed to have a 120Hz display, 64MP main camera, 5G support, and a 4365mAh battery.

Honestly, the blurry render is a bit hard to take seriously but it could have been done deliberately. Still, it's best to take what you may see with a healthy grain of salt. With that said, do you think this leak is legit? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


Official render of the HONOR X50 unveiled, confirmed to launch on 5 July

HONOR is set to release a brand-new smartphone next month in China, the HONOR X50. The successor to the popular HONOR X40, the company also unveiled the first official render of the device.

Taking to its official Weibo account, HONOR announced that the smartphone will be released in China at 7.30pm on 5 July 2023. A new HONOR was previously spotted getting TENAA certification in May and given the timing of the X50’s release, it is likely that they are the same device.

No official specs or features were mentioned by the company, but the official render does confirm that it would have a circular camera module at its rear. In the module’s centre, the words “Matrix AI Vision Camera” is imprinted, with the lower centre revealing that the device would have a 108MP main camera.

According to the aforementioned TENAA listing, the X50 will sport a 6.78-inch flat AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution with an in-screen fingerprint sensor. Under the hood, there’s the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 SoC paired with up to 16GB RAM and up to 512GB storage, a 5700mAh battery, an 8MP selfie camera, 108MP main + 2MP depth rear dual-camera setup and Android 13 via Magic UI.

Of course, Do take this with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Well, we just have to wait until 5 July to find out the official specs and price. Until then, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news such as this.


Official renders of HONOR 80 GT released, set for launch this 26 December

HONOR is set to unveil another variant of the HONOR 80 series in China next week, the HONOR 80 GT. Poised for a 26 December 2022 launch date, the company shared a teaser poster and video in conjunction with the upcoming release.

Taking to its official Weibo page, HONOR showed off the rear design of the HONOR 80 GT in a cosmic blue colour. Moreover, the camera module is different from both the HONOR 80 and HONOR 80 Pro, featuring a more elongated rectangle design with a triple-camera setup and an LED flash.

Meanwhile, on another teaser poster for the latest MagicOS version that would be released during the same event, the HONOR 80 GT was also present. Based on this poster, it looks like the device would have a flat design, though not as flat as the HONOR Pad V8 that also made an appearance in the poster.

HONOR has yet to reveal any details regarding the specs of the HONOR 80 GT, though rumours point to it being powered by a low-frequency version of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 and up to 16GB of RAM. Moreover, the device is touted to feature a 144Hz OLED Panel and a 54MP main camera.

Of course, do take the rumours with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Well, we just have to wait until 26 December to find out.

What do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Official renders of Samsung Galaxy A52s allegedly leaked

Last week, there was a Samsung Galaxy A52s renders leaked online and it might come with a price tag of ~RM2251. Here we spotted the official renders before it is launched.

According to sources, it might come in four colour variants which include white, purple, green, and black. It is expected to sport a 6.5-inch FHD+ S-AMOLED with a 90Hz of refresh rate. Besides that, it may feature a Snapdragon 778G chipset, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage.

As for the cameras, it could come with a 32MP selfie snapper and quad rear camera with 64MP (main camera) + 12MP (ultrawide lens) + 5MP (macro lens) + 5MP (depth sensor). On the other hand, the device might be powered by a 4500mah battery that supports 25W fast charging and IP67 water resistance.

Well, let us sit back, relax, and wait for the official announcement. Would you get this device if it is launched in the Malaysian market? Let us know your comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Official renders of the OPPO Reno smartphone surface in 4 colours

We’ve a little over a week away before the OPPO Reno launch on the 10th of April. Official renders of the device appeared from a Chinese retail website called JD.com, showing off the smartphone in 4 different colours.

The renders of the smartphone only show off a dual camera setup with no sight of the periscope zoom lens which was speculated to be the 10x lossless zoom sensor. No notches could be seen in the front of the device as the camera selfie camera may just be housed in a pretty unusual pop up camera. No triple camera setup on the device leads us to believe that this may just be the low end of the OPPO Reno line.

It is speculated that the device may be released in multiple variants, each with different names and features such as the Reno Zoom, Reno Pro and more. The device has been confirmed to be released with OPPO’s brand new fast charging technology called VOOC 3.0 that can apparently charge 0-75% of battery in just 15 minutes. Besides that, OPPO has mentioned that the device may be released with bezels almost as thin as the OPPO Find X's.

I think many are looking forward to OPPO’s 10x lossless zoom released on the device. We tried it out for ourselves yesterday and it could zoom into things that’s pretty far out from where we were. Our verdict? It’s is pretty darn impressive. What are you excited to see on the OPPO Reno? For more OPPO Reno updates, be sure to follow TechNave.com!

Some photo samples taken with OPPO's 10x lossless zoom


Official renders of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 leaked

The official renders of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 has been leaked courtesy of AndroidHeadlines.com, showcasing a 10.5-inch panel as suggested by rumours. Not only that, it seems that there will be no Samsung logo and Home button at the front of the device. The missing physical Home button hints that the Galaxy Tab S4 could possibly come with an in-display fingerprint scanner or even facial recognition.

Based on rumours, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S4 is expected to run on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, 13MP rear camera, 8MP front facing selfie camera, 10.5-inch display, and it is powered by a 7300mAh non-removable battery. There is no information on the pricing as well as when the device will arrive in the Malaysian Market. As always with rumours like these, take every bit of information with a grain of salt. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


Official teardown video revealed the things that make Sony PS5 a big guy

Before we get our gaming mood on with the upcoming PS5, Sony has uploaded an official teardown video of the console today to excite us even further. The video has revealed all the internal hardware of the PS5 that makes it a big guy.

Before tearing down every piece, it looks like the white covers on both sides of the PS5 can be slid off easily. After taking out the covers, the large 120mm fan is revealed and we can't wait to experience the cooling performance that this beast has. Other than that, you can also find an SSD bay that lets you install your expandable storage and two dust catchers on the same surface.

Now, it's time to bring out the screwdriver! First, the vice president of the Mechanical Design Department takes out an Ultra-HD Blu-ray drive unit (for the dics version) that is mounted with two layers of insulators to reduce the drive noise and vibration. He then goes on to take out the motherboard of the console and reveals the powerful next-gen CPU itself, the 16GB of GDDR6 memory, and the custom SSD controller for the 825GB default SSD. Not to mention the AMD-made CPU is also covered by liquid metal as the thermal interface material that ensures “long-term” cooling performance.

Check out the video to find out more about the other stuff that is missing from this article! Let us know what you think about the internal of PS5 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting gaming news like this.


Official teaser image for the OnePlus Nord 2 has been spotted

It seems that OnePlus India recently tweeted an official teaser image for the OnePlus Nord 2, which is due to be unveiled on 22 July 2021. Based on the image, it seems that the phone will come equipped with 5G support, as well as a triple rear camera setup.

While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect when it is officially available in the local market. Based on what we know so far, the OnePlus Nord 2 is expected to come equipped with a 90Hz display, 50MP main camera, and 30W fast charging support.

Danger. Excitement. And a whole lot of Nord 2.Tune in on July 22 for OnePlus Nord: Part Deux, a riveting blockbuster product launch experience starring OnePlus Nord 2 5G.7:30pm IST.Get Notified - https://t.co/gXhknbFnwe pic.twitter.com/61AUnN7BzJ

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that OnePlus has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the local pricing and exact tech specs for now.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the OnePlus Nord 2 5G so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Acer Malaysia brings in three Chromebooks that has splash and fall resistance, with a starting price of RM999

Models showcasing the Acer R 11 738T, Chromebook for Work 14 CP5-471, Chromebook 11 N7 C731

Today, Acer Malaysia has brought in four Chromebooks ranging from 11 to 14-inches with an array of forms and tech-specs to meet different requirements of organisations, from education to enterprise. The Chromebooks are the Acer Chromebooks R 11 738T, Chromebook for Work 14 CP5-471, Chromebook 11 N7 C731, and Chromebox for Meetings CXV2. Read below to see what else the devices can offer.

As the forefront runner of the Acer Chromebook series, this laptop is equipped with Acer’s 360-degree dual-torque hinge design, offering great flexibility such as being able to switch between the four usage modes - laptop, pad, display and tent modes, as well as versatile user experiences. When switching in between the modes, the audio channels also automatically reverse when the display is flipped.

It’s also feature an actual Google Play App which allows you to install apps just as how you do for your Android phone. With over 2 million apps at its disposal, owners will be able to manage the device and apps in a single cloud interface.

The Chromebook R 11 is now available at selected authorized Acer resellers nationwide for RM1499 only.

Next up, this Chromebook can withstand 330ml of liquid water spillage and 60kg of downward weight placed on the top cover, as well as a drop from a height of up to 45cm. Similar to the Chromebook 11, the Chromebook 14 CP5-471 has US Military Standard MIL-STD 810G tests that ensure extreme reliability and durability for business and commercial environments.

The drainage hole for the water to leak out

It’s interesting to note that it’s also the fastest performing 14-inch Chromebook in the market right now (according to Acer). Priced at RM2299 only, it’s available at selected authorized Aver resellers nationwide.

Featuring the same splash-resistant design, it also went through rigorous testing in accordance to US Military Standard (MIL-STD 810G) for its ruggedness and durability of the Chromebook. Designed for students, this will surely be useful should “accidents” happen, surviving falls from 122cm and withstanding 60kg on top of the cover. It also sports a fan-less design to deliver a cool and quiet operation, making it ideal for students in the classroom, library or laboratory.

There are currently two variants of the model - C731-C7UZ and C731-C32C, which is based on the memory listed above. The latter cost RM1099 while the former is RM999 only, both are available at selected authorized Acer resellers nationwide.

For more information, kindly visit Acer Malaysia Facebook or call Acer’s Product Infoline at 1800-88-1288 (9am-9pm, weekday). To check out the Chromebox for Meetings CXV2, click here to see more.


Official teaser posters show off impressive display specs from realme GT Neo 2

realme is preparing to launch the successor of the popular realme GT Neo on 22 September. Aside from the rumours that we've seen recently, the company has offered some confirmations on the tech specs through few teaser posters before the event takes place. Now, let's look at the confirmed tech specs coming with the realme GT Neo 2.

The upcoming device will sport a Samsung E4 flat AMOLED panel with a peak brightness of 1300nits. For the refresh rate, the GT Neo 2 is capable of adjusting itself based on the content, which varies from 30Hz to 120Hz. Not to mention that the display also supports the DC Dimming function, which can reduce the negative effect of pulse-width modulation (PWM) on the eyes. Furthermore, 10240 degrees of brightness for fine-tuning the display for ambient lighting is available as well.

Previous rumours suggested that the realme GT Neo 2 will show up with a 6.62-inch panel. The Geekbench database has also revealed that the device will be powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 paired with up to 12GB of RAM. Other than that, we could be seeing 512GB of storage, a 5000mAh battery with 65W fast charging, an innovative cooling system, a 16MP selfie module and a triple rear camera setup (64MP + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP) as well.

Are you excited about seeing the device in just a few days? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone updates.


Official teaser unveils front design of Xiaomi 12 series

Earlier this week, it was leaked that Xiaomi planned to launch its latest flagship series before the end of the year. Thanks to leaks, the design of the Xiaomi 12 series is no longer a secret. But the official teaser does confirm what it looks like.

Yesterday, Xiaomi announced a few details about the Xiaomi 12 series on Weibo. First, it's confirmed that the company will launch two models on 28 December 2021 - the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro. As you can see, both models have the same punch-hole display and an identical design. However, the Xiaomi 12 is smaller than the Xiaomi 12 Pro.

Allegedly, the Xiaomi 12 series' display panel created 15 new display records to score an A+ rating from DisplayMate. It's also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. Xiaomi also discussed in an article (in Chinese) how the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset has a drastically improved CPU, GPU, and AI engine.

From what we can tell, Xiaomi seems confident that its latest flagship series would impress. What else do you think we'll see from the Xiaomi 12 series? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Official teasers reveal Samsung Galaxy M series features for the value market, coming on 28 January 2019 for about RM822?

Samsung India recently revealed official teasers for their upcoming Samsung Galaxy M series consisting of the Samsung Galaxy M10, Galaxy M20 and Galaxy M30, set for an official release on 28 January 2019. The teasers clearly show that these smartphones will be using Infinity-V displays (the ones with water drop notches) along with zippy processors, a wide-angle dual rear camera and 3X fast charging big batteries (likely to be 5000 mAh).

Expected to replace the Galaxy J, Galaxy On and Galaxy C series, no other actual tech specs or features were mentioned but the series is expected to be priced from 1355 Yuan (~RM821). No Malaysia release dates or pricing details for the Galaxy M series just yet, but if it does come to Malaysia, we expect it would arrive in late January 2019 or February 2019, perhaps a week before Chinese New Year?

Regardless, if the Galaxy M series does come to Malaysia with these features and similar price tag, it would likely tussle with the Realme 2 Pro, Xiaomi's Redmi series and the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2. Would you buy a Samsung Galaxy M smartphone with the above features for RM899 or so? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for all the latest tech specs and reviews.


Official video shows off BlackBerry Priv

Carphone Warehouse has already started taking pre-orders from customers for the BlackBerry Priv. The first BlackBerry device functioning with Android OS, the tech specs include:

BlackBerry mobiles are known to have fantastic battery life (stares at Samsung and Apple), so the 3410 mAh is sure to keep the Priv alive for a long time. Android 5.1.1 is already installed inside. No prices stated for Malaysia yet.


Official vivo V29 Pro teaser shows off tech specs and features

Despite just launching the vivo V27 in March 2023, it seems like the vivo V29 Pro could be coming soon with an official teaser from vivo Philippines. The teaser not only revealed how the phone would look but also various tech specs that includes the display, cameras and memory.

These features include a 6.7-inch FHD OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, a 64MP triple rear camera, 50MP front camera and a 5000 mAh battery with 66W fast charging. Memory options will include 12GB RAM and 256GB storage. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details though, but the vivo V29 Pro looks to upgrade the cameras and battery from the vivo V27.

Given that the vivo V27 came priced for RM1999, we expect the vivo V29 Pro to come to Malaysia for RM2399 or something similar. Would you get the vivo V29 Pro for around that price? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Official vivo V7 price leak revealed as RM1299 by a local online vendor

So regarding the odd vivo V7 pre-order sale news yesterday (because it doesn't have any price tag yet), we managed to find a leak from a local online vendor that the upcoming selfie snapper might cost RM1299 which seems to be the popular figure nowadays. It was shared by publicly on Facebook and although we can't be sure if the seller is legit, we will have to take this with a grain of salt.

Previously, when the V7+ was revealed, the price slapped on the device was RM1499, so RM1299 for the V7 doesn't seem very far-fetched, as the V7 is not that different from its elder brother. Afterall, the V7's 5.7-inch display size is only a mere 0.3-inch apart from the V7+, the internal storage is dropped to 32GB and same goes to the battery with 3000mAh. The rest of the tech-specs remains the same, especially the selling point - the 24MP front camera along with vivo's trademark, the Selfie Softlight.

Meanwhile, the so-called V7 pre-order page in vivo's official online store at Lazada is still not online yet for some reason. But it will probably come online when the company officially reveals the phone tomorrow. There's also an on-going Snap and Win contest for everyone, having a chance to win an AirAsia Travel Package worth RM777 and movie tickets as long as you take a selfie with a vivo ambassador cut-out stand at any vivo concept stores, then post it on your Facebook with the hashtag #V7HappyDay.

Stay tuned for the official V7 price tomorrow as we will be covering the event at TechNave.com.


Oh hello OnePlus 3

We have been covering most, if not all, of the leaks of the upcoming OnePlus 3 model, which you can check it out here. Now we may just see the full render of how the upcoming flagship from OnePlus will look like in the flesh. We actually like what we see here, barring some nit-picks here and there.

Thanks to @evleaks, we now have what we think the final render of the new affordable flagship. We can clearly see that the phone will have a full body metal construction, and even hints of designs from other manufacturers.

The phone should have a AMOLED screen, as well as a 3,000 mAh battery, Qualcomm's Snapdragon 820 chipset, 4 or 6GB of RAM, a 16 MP rear camera, an 8 MP selfie shooter, and Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. It will have a USB Type-C port and a fingerprint scanner out of the box.


Old Samsung Galaxy smartphones are being repurposed as a retinal diagnosing device

It seems that a bunch of Samsung Galaxy smartphones are being upcycled via the Galaxy Upcycling programme, turning them into affordable and portable retinal cameras in Vietnam to diagnose eye diseases. Samsung plans to introduce the upcycling programme to India, Morocco, as well as Papua New Guinea.

In terms of how it functions, the Galaxy smartphone lets the user attach a lens and artificial intelligence algorithm to take pictures of an individual’s retina in order to diagnose the issue. In the future, Samsung plans to produce portable colposcopes to screen for cervical cancer by upcycling old Galaxy devices.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Samsung upcycling old smartphones in order to produce cheaper and more portable diagnosing devices? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Older MacBook Pro models are becoming bricks due to macOS Big Sur update

If you own an older MacBook Pro model, particular the ones launched between 2013 and 2014, you might want to avoid updating to the new macOS Big Sur. Several users have reported that the new OS bricked their computers, and it seems like it's a widespread issue.

According to MacRumors, users have been reporting about the problem on sites like the Apple Support Communities. When installing the new macOS Big Sur update, a black screen would appear and the machine will be stuck on that screen. Affected users have reported trying a variety of methods to reboot the machine or get into recovery, but there haven't been any workable solutions so far.

Those who were affected have models that are listed as compatible, so it doesn't look good on Apple for this to happen. Apple should already be aware of the issue and is likely working on a fix. But until then, it'll be best for those of you who own an older MacBook Pro from 2013 or 2014 to avoid updating to macOS Big Sur.

For those of you who have already updated, which MacBook model are you using and do you have any issues with it so far? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


Older iPhone models just got a new iOS 12.5 software update for COVID-19 exposure notification support

Apart from the new iOS 14.3 software update, Apple also released iOS 12.5 for older iPhone models that don't support iOS 14. Why are they still doing that for out of date devices? Well, turns out that the iOS 12.5 includes COVID-19 exposure notification support.

This is basically the Contact Tracing feature that we reported way back in April, which allows the user to turn on the COVID-19 exposure notification. On top of that, iOS 12.5 also offers some security updates due to unauthorized code execution. By the way, the older iPhone models that are available for this update are iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, iPad Air, iPad mini 2, iPad mini 3, and iPod touch (6th generation). Like all software updates, this may vary between regions.

In case if you're wondering, how the COVID-19 exposure notification works is that when it is turned on, the iPhone will send a beacon to another user with the Bluetooth feature switched on. When the two people get close enough, their devices will exchange and record the Bluetooth identifiers. You can read more about it right here.

It's quite amazing that older iPhone models are still getting updates until today, but we are pretty sure that most of them have upgraded to another phone by now. That's all folks, stay safe and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Acer Malaysia donates 45 sets of computers & laptops for education

Today, a total of five organisations comprising two primary schools, one secondary school and two non-profit organisations received a total of 45 sets of desktops and laptops from Acer Malaysia over the last three weeks. The donated equipment was previously used in a table tennis championship in which Acer was a sponsor; the units were returned after the event and have since been completely refurbished for a second life.

"Acer Malaysia is pleased to support these organisations that need a helping hand in shaping the future of the next generation. We believe these computers will be put to good use for teaching and learning purposes, and enable the schools and organisations to conduct lessons more creatively. As an established brand in Malaysia, Acer is always supportive of programmes that invest into children and education as part of our Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives." said Chan Weng Hong, General Manager of Sales, Product and Marketing of Acer Sales & Services Sdn Bhd.

The beneficiary schools were Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina San Min, Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaan Cina Chung Pin Linggi and Chung Hua High School, while the organisations were Community Transformation Initiative and Community Excel Services. All five recipients are dependent on public support and funding to provide education or skills training to their students and members. The desktops donated are from the compact Acer Aspire XC, while the laptops are from the Acer Aspire ES14 and Acer One 14 series.

For more information on Acer products and services, please visit Acer Malaysia Facebook or call Acer Product Infoline at 1800-88-1288 (9am - 6pm, Mondays to Fridays).


Olloclip 3-in-1 lens goes colourful for the Apple iPhone 5C

While many are still rather miffed that the C in the Apple iPhone 5C stands for Colour, those who do like a colourful iPhone would probably want some equally colourful iPhone accessories. Looking to make these users happy, Olloclip have come out with a more colourful version of their 3-in-1 clip-on lens. The clip-on lens kit still offers the same macro, fisheye and wide-angle lenses for the close-ups, wider shots and a 180-degree perspective shot add on lens for your iPhone 5C. Priced a bit less at $59.99 (RM197) the Olloclip 3-in-1 lens clip for the Apple iPhone 5C comes in blue, neon green, red, yellow and white. It should be available in January 2014 so keep a watch for it at our MobileMegaMall.com sellers.


Olympic Medals for Tokyo 2020 are made out of 6.21 million recycled electronics

Tokyo 2020’s organizing committee has unveiled the designs of the Bronze, Silver and Gold Olympic medals which will be awarded to the winners of their respective sport. The medals will be made out of materials extracted from 6.21 million pieces of electronics. The extraction resulted in a total of 32kg of gold, 3500kg of silver as well as 2200kg of bronze metal.

The design of the medals was done by Junichi Kawanishi, who's design stood out from more than 400 other designs done by professionals and students. What do you think of the medal designs for the Olympic Games held in Tokyo, Japan? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.