TYPO Keyboard turns your Apple iPhone into a BlackBerry, coming CES 2014

If you have the money and want a tech device, why not invest in it and build it? This seems to have been the idea behind the TYPO Keyboard which is a QWERTY keyboard add-on for touchscreen smartphones like the Apple iPhone 5 and 5S. Backed by American Idol host Ryan Seacrest, who has already sunk in $1 million into the venture, the TYPO Keyboard looks a lot like the QWERTY keyboards you'll find on a BlackBerry device, complete with contoured keys and a backlight for typing in dim or low-light conditions. The add-on covers up the Apple iPhone Home button making the iPhone longer and thicker but still allowing the use of auto-correct while also offering quick-access to currency keys. So far the TYPO Keyboard is only usable for the Apple iPhone 5 and 5S but it is being developed for other touchscreen smartphones as well. While there isn't any Malaysia release date, this is mainly because the TYPO Keyboard is due for release at CES 2014 at a price tag of $99 (RM318).


Tablet-maker Ramos announces Ramos Mos1 smartphone with curved yet layered metal body

Ramos is a mostly tablet making company from China and have come out with some fairly impressive tablets. Recently, they announced their first smartphone with the Ramos Mos1. Taking a step ahead of other Chinese smartphone makers the Mos1 is the first metal frame smartphone we've seen with curved yet layered look to it. According to Ramos, this was done to get the ideal 158-degree angle curve, improving the grip and making it stand out from the rest of the crowd. Tech specs and features are a mix of high-end and midrange with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 processor, 2GB RAM, 32GB storage and 5.5-inch FHD display. This display is protected by 2.5D Corning Gorilla Glass while a 13MP rear camera and 5MP front camera round things out. A 3050 mAh battery powers everything. The Mos1 measures in at 7.6mm thin and is priced at 1999 CNY (RM1226) placing it around the same area as the Honor 7 and Meizu MX5. No Malaysia release dates yet but keep an eye on third-party sellers like DirectD or SatuGadgetDotCom and it could appear there.


Tag Heuer Super Mario Connected smartwatch revealed, and it'll only have 2,000 units

Swiss luxury watchmaker, Tag Heuer, has announced a collaboration with Super Mario through colourful teasers, and it makes many Mario fans getting their wallets ready (well, maybe the rich ones). It is not hard to guess that the project will be a Mario-themed watch as that's what Tag Heuer do. However, several media sites have already received detailed information regarding the product before it gets unveiled on 15 July.

According to sources, the upcoming product will be a Mario-themed Tag Heuer Connected smartwatch. The tech specs will be similar to the previously launched Connected including a 45mm watch face, a 430mAh battery, 5ATM water resistance, and the Wear OS operating system. Not only the tech specs, but the price is also likely to be the same and it's a massive 2,150 USD (~RM9,012), which is also enough for you to get six new Nintendo Switch (OLED version).

Of course, there will be some extra features coming with this version. It is said that it will have a gamification rewards system that allows you to have different animations as rewards every time you hit a certain step goal. The animations include iconic Mario items, like pipes and super mushrooms, and there is also a selection of Mario-themed watch faces to choose from.

Other than the digital features, the smartwatch will also sport a Mario-inspired design with red accents throughout, plus having the letter M engraved on the crown and strap buckles. The red travel case will also pack two straps with one being black leather on red rubber and one that’s a sporty perforated red rubber. It is worth mentioning that Tag Heuer will only be producing 2,000 units, so it might become a valuable collectible after some time.

Let us know what you think about this Mario-themed Tag Heuer smartwatch on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more interesting tech news.


Taiwan Excellence Pavilion exhibition starts today on One Utama Shopping Centre, showcasing various Taiwan-branded products

The official press conference that kicked off the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion exhibition yesterday

Today marks the first day of Taiwan Excellence Pavilion exhibition in One Utama Shopping Centre, organised by Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) and implemented by Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA). The exhibition is set to showcase a selection of tech gadgets and products for the first time until 16 July 2017.

During the four days exhibition, all visitors will get the chance to experience first-hand of the latest products such as gaming laptops, smart devices, exercise equipment, and home appliances. Most of the well-known products such as Acer, ASUS, MSI will be there, and newcomers like Kenda, Johnson Fitness, FECA, and others will also appear.

“Taiwan’s passion and commitment towards the creation of groundbreaking products has led to the nation emerging as one of the world’s leading innovation centres, brimming with visionary companies and brands, and ingenious local talent,” said Tony Lin, the Vice Executive Director, of TAITRA’s Strategic Marketing Department.

“The Taiwan Excellence Pavilion brings the best of these Taiwanese products to Malaysians, serving as a great opportunity for Malaysians to experience the modern, forward-thinking philosophies of Taiwan, paired with its culture and traditions.”

Overall, the event will feature product demonstrations, cultural performances, and prizes worth over MYR10,000 provided by ASUS, Johnson Fitness, and Adata. Admission to the Taiwan Excellence Pavilion is free for all visitors.


Taiwan Mobile offers pre-order of 32GB iPhone 6. Why are they selling a 2014 model in 2017?

Well, in some weird twist, it seems that Taiwan Mobile, a major Telco in Taiwan, manage to strike some deal with Apple for some refreshed iPhone 6 (2017). It is currently on pre-order, with sales starting on 10 March. There is, however, only 1 choice of storage option as well as colour, 32GB Gold.

Well, if you may recall, the iPhone 6 that was launched way back in 2014, only came in 16GB, 64GB and 128GB storage options, and never the 32GB. 32GB as a base model only started recently with the iPhone 7 that was launched in September 2016., In a way, these Gold-only iPhone 6 32GB by Taiwan Mobile is somewhat a new, refreshed model.

While you might wonder if your local Apple Store would also start offering the device, it seems that it’ll only be available on a 24-month to 30-month contract with Taiwan Mobile. Prices range from a “free” device when you sign up for a 24-month or 30-month contract tied to a TWD1399 (about RM201) monthly unlimited data plan, onwards to paying TWD7900 (about RM1134) for the device, when you sign for a 24-months contract attached to a TWD599 (about RM86) monthly plan with 6GB data quota.

According to a statement from Taiwan Mobile, this is their initiative to allow students or the lower income group who wishes to own an iPhone, a chance to get one without spending too much on the device. The iPhone 6 (2017) is exactly the same as the original iPhone 6 introduced in September 2014. It features a 4.7-inch retina display, Apple A8 dual-core chipset, 8MP f/2.2 rear camera with PDAF and true-tone LED flash, 1.2MP f/2.2 front-facing camera, Touch ID fingerprint sensor as well as a 1810mAh battery. The only change, is that it comes preloaded with iOS 10, and comes with only 1 storage and colour option, 32GB Gold.

Would you buy an iPhone 6 (2017) if it were to be offered in Malaysia? That's like, trying to sell a 2014 model in 2017. Ideally, what kind of prices are you expecting to pay for it? Let us know in the comments below, or on TechNave.com’s Facebook page


Apple Watch 5 unveiled with up to 18 hours battery and new features from ~RM1662

During the launch event, Apple has also unveiled the Apple Watch 5 which comes with various new and upgraded features such as an Always-on Retina Display, Apple Hearing, Apple Women’s Health and more. The watch has two variants which are the GPS, as well as the GPS+Cellular for the price of USD399(~RM1662) and USD499(~RM2079) respectively.

In terms of battery life, Apple mentioned that the Apple Watch 5 is able to last up to 18 hours on a single charge. Not only that, the smartwatch is able to adjust the display all the way down the 1Hz in order to conserve more power.

The watch’s most useful feature would be the emergency contact function, which is used to monitor the user and notify medical officials whenever any form of abnormalities or injuries occur. Apple mentioned that the service is available in up to, or even more than 150 countries worldwide even if the smartphone is not carried by the user.

As of now, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date as well as local pricing of the device mentioned. Would you be interested in owning an Apple Watch 5? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Taiwanese Jam Hsiao and Local Actress Neelofa will be having special appearance at OPPO Reno 2 launching on 15 October!

The wait is over for the O-fans! OPPO Malaysia has just announced that the OPPO Reno 2 will be launching on 15 October. What's more exciting will be the special appearance of the Taiwanese star Jam Hsiao and well-known local actress Neelofa.

If you are not familiar with the Taiwanese star Jam Hsiao, here is a brief of his profile. He is an internationally known singer-songwriter, actor, and host. As for our well-known local actress Neelofa, she is no stranger to us in fact she has been the ambassador for OPPO since R9s black edition. Both celebrities will have be appearing on the launching event to introduce the new innovative technologies on the device.

To recap, it is equipped with a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 730G processor, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage capacity. It also sports a 48MP quad-camera rear setup, 4000mAh battery capacity and many more! So do check out the full tech specs here.

For those who can’t make it, no worries as OPPO Malaysia will have a Facebook Livestream on its official Facebook page. So are you excited about the launching of OPPO Reno 2? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more updates on TechNave.com!


Take a 360-degree look on the coming Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic!

Last week, we reported on the latest OneUI Watch functions that will be featured on the coming Samsung Galaxy Watch 4. Today, we got a 360-degree video showcasing the design outlook of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic leaked by the popular tipster Evan Blass.

According to the leaked videos posted on Evan Blass’s Twitter account, the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic comes in a circular frame super AMOLED display with a rotating bezel. Equips with removable silicone straps with black, silver and white color options.

As for the watch features, it comes with an accelerometer, barometer, gyrometer, heart rate monitor, sleep tracker, GPS, and more. It also has an IP68 dust and water resistance which is great for outdoor activities as well as Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, and Qi wireless charging. For the WatchOS, it will be using the latest Samsung OneUI Watch which is based on Google WearOS instead of the TizenOS.

Either way, there is still no official information on the tech specs and Malaysia release dates on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 series, so take this with a pinch of salt. Stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Take a closer look at the Xbox Series X controller and the tiny-looking 1TB expansion cards

Sony and Microsoft have both unveiled their next-gen gaming consoles and we bet you are thinking of ways to get your wallet prepared now. With the latest Xbox consoles up for pre-order this week, Microsoft has given us a closer look at the Xbox Series X controller and the 1TB expansion cards. Let's find out what they have prepared for us by bringing the next-gen gaming experience!

The Xbox Series X controller didn't get a big makeover but there are some key differences that we should pay attention to compared to the previous one. Xbox Series X's controller is now slightly smaller and its D-pad has been redesigned to look like the one from the Elite controllers. The company has also added a more textured grip to it. Other than improvements, there are also new things like a USB-C port and a share button. Sadly, the controller would still use the AA battery design but you can buy the charge kit which is sold separately at 24.99 USD (~RM104).

Moving on to the storage, the 1TB expansion cards manufactured by Seagate are slightly larger than an SD card. To use it, just simply plug the tiny dongle into the Xbox Series X and you're good to go. There’s no need to open up the Xbox, remove any panels, or anything complicated. 1TB expandable storage might become a must as games get enhanced and require more storage. For now, the price of the 1TB expansion card hasn't been revealed yet.

Let us know what you think about the Xbox Series X's accessories on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting gaming news.


Take a closer look with our Samsung Gear Fit 2 unboxing and hands-on video

Sleeker and more snazzy looking than before, the Samsung Gear Fit 2 still manages to fit in a 1.5-inch Super AMOLED touchscreen with built-in GPS touchscreen for RM699. We managed to get some time with the blue boxed set and promptly did an unboxing and hands-on video which you can see below. The full review is coming as we sweat it out for you TechNavers and we'll be getting our hands on some more Samsung Gears soon, so stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Take a first look at the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra with five rear camera sensors

Earlier rumours have been telling us that Samsung will announce their latest flagship series as early as possible. The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S21 (or S30) is said to be launched in January next year rather than late February or March. When the launch date has been moved forward, that means leaks of the smartphone series will arrive earlier as well. Today, the first look of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra's penta camera setup has been found online.

According to the render made by OnLeaks, the Galaxy S21 Ultra's camera module looks like an extension of the front screen. The module is also a large one and it might protrude a little bit. It is worth mentioning that the render is based on the latest Design Validation Test which is a process that is needed to go through before mass production.

Other than that, the source mentions that the first column of the setup might consist of a periscope unit and probably a 108MP main sensor. Samsung might also include a regular telephoto unit and an ultra-wide unit. Meanwhile, the function of the fifth sensor is still a mystery at the moment.

Let us know what you think of Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra having five rear cameras on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone leaks.


Take a first look at the upcoming realme Race that is powered by latest flagship SD 888 chipset

Among the other announced smartphone brands that are going to use the latest flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset, realme also has a device on the list that is codenamed Race coming next year. However, it looks like we don't really have to wait until 2021 to find out about how the phone looks like as the image of the realme Race has been actively shared by sources today.

Looking at the image, the design of the realme Race is giving off the Huawei Mate 30 series vibe with that circular camera module. It appears that the device will come with a quad-camera array with a LED flash located next to it. At the bottom, the realme logo is engraved onto the metal/glass back of the device.

Besides the chipset, realme has confirmed that their upcoming flagship will ship with Android 11 out of the box as well. We can also expect the device to come with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. Other than that, we could only wait for realme to share more regarding the Snapdragon 888-powered device for now.

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


Take a look at the Mac models that are coming with Apple's new ARM-based chip

After Apple has announced that they will be making the shift from Intel to own processor for the Macs, many of the fans must be eager to see how the Apple Silicon is going to perform. It is rumoured that the Macs with the Apple Silicon will be launched this year, but what exactly are the models?

According to the famous analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the tech giant will start the show with a 13.3-inch MacBook Pro late in 2020. The laptop is going to sport the same form factor as the current 13.3-inch MacBook Pro but will house an ARM-based chip instead. Other than that, the analyst also predicts that an Arm-based MacBook Air will be launched either in the same time frame or early next year.

Besides the two models, it is also suggested that a mini-LED 16-inch MacBook Pro and a 14.1-inch MacBook Pro (with mini-LED as well) will be making their ways to market in the second or third quarter of 2021. Both of them are expected to have an "all-new form factor design". The company is also rumoured to launch a redesigned iMac this year that still comes with the Intel processor.

Let us know what you think about all these rumours about the Arm-based Macs on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech rumours.


Take a look at the Redmi Note 10 Ultra 5G through the official teaser posters before launch

Earlier today, the Redmi Note 10 Ultra 5G's tech specs and pricing were leaked after the launch of Redmi Note 10S and Note 10 5G in Malaysia. To offer us a clearer look at the device, the official teaser posters have also been leaked showing a design that is different from the rest of the Redmi Note 10 devices.

According to the posters, the upcoming Redmi Note 10 Ultra 5G will have a textured back cover, which looks a lot like the Xiaomi Mi 11 Lei Jun Signature Edition's design. The camera setup will still maintain the rectangular shape, but the silver plate is placed horizontally rather than vertically like the one on the vanilla Redmi Note 10.

To recap, the Redmi Note 10 Ultra 5G is expected to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1100 chipset. It will also come with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. For the screen, it will use a 6.53-inch AMOLED display with the support of a 120Hz refresh rate. Besides that, there is also a 5000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging. With those mentioned tech specs, the device could be priced at 1799 yuan (~RM1159).

Let us know what you think about the Redmi Note 10 Ultra 5G on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Take a look at the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 before its launch happens on 11 June

The hype for Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is real and it's finally going to be launched on 11 June. Before that happens, Xiaomi is now giving us a look at the upcoming fitness tracker and confirming some of the features. The company has revealed the design of the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 in a poster posted on Weibo.

From the poster, we can know that the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 is going to come with four different colours for the strap including Green, Red, Yellow, and Black. Other than that, it looks like the Mi Band 5 is not getting any other huge upgrade, perhaps thinner bezels this time?

Besides that, one of the screens in the poster is showing different sports icons like a rowing machine, yoga, and rope skipping, hinting that the fitness tracker is able to track these activities. It has also been confirmed that the Mi Band 5 can track the menstrual cycle with an icon showing on another screen. Other than that, the caption that came with the poster has mentioned that the Mi Band 5 will be supporting NFC as well. It is rumoured that the global version will finally get the feature this time.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming Xiaomi Mi Band 5 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest tech gadget updates.


Take a look at the design of Xiaomi Mi 10 series ahead of its launch

After the Xiaomi Mi Note 10 series was crowned as the best camera by DxOMark last year, many of you must be waiting for Xiaomi to move on to the next step, which is to launch the Xiaomi Mi 10 series. Now, the design of the smartphones has surfaced online and revealed the colours and some tech specs of the devices. Come find out what they are and do they really match the rumours that came out earlier.

The images that appeared to be Xiaomi Mi 10’s promo materials have revealed the design of the Xiaomi Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro, and they are stunning! From the image, we can also see the devices’ camera layouts. The Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro (Blue) is going to pack an extra camera sensor compared to Xiaomi Mi 10’s (Green) three camera sensors.

On the poster, the small Chinese texts have confirmed some of the tech specs we’ve been expecting from the devices as well. The devices are going to come with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 865 chipset and camera features like the 8K videography and 50x hybrid zoom. We can also expect the world's first low-power DDR5 DRAM to be in the device too, as Micron has confirmed going into the mass production stage.

At the front, the devices look like they’re going to have the same curved screen design with a punch-hole cut-out front camera. Earlier, we’ve also heard that the devices’ screens are featuring a 120Hz refresh rate for smooth display, hope it is still true. For security, the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro will both have an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Other than that, we still have to wait for the launch event to happen so the other rumour like the 66W fast charging technology can be confirmed. Although Xiaomi didn’t reveal any information for the launch event yet, it is still being said that the smartphones will be made official on 11th February 2020 with an online live conference event.

Share with us your opinions about the looks of the new Xiaomi Mi 10 series smartphones on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone leaks.


Apple Watch 6 could pack a thermometer and track yoga more accurately

Before its arrival, the Apple Watch Series 6 is already rumoured to bring many impressive features including blood oxygen level detection, new parental controls, and mental health detection. Now, it looks like there will be a few more other stuff to be added as a new patent revealed yoga pose tracking ability with a thermometer.

The patent titled 'Pose and heart rate energy expenditure for yoga' has revealed that the upcoming watch is able to track users' energy expenditure during yoga accurately. The watch will use the heart rate and motion data to detect the type of pose that a user is doing to determine the energy that he or she is expending. With the help of the thermometer, the watch is also able to take a skin temperature reading to find out if the user is doing hot yoga, so it can adjust the measurements accordingly.

The existing Apple Watch can actually track yoga as well, but it looks like the system patented will provide more accurate tracking with some hardware upgrades. As for the thermometer, it is new as the current model can't read skin temperature. It is also unsure whether Apple will just use the thermometer only for yoga tracking, or for other purposes as well. True or not, take this patent with a grain of salt as not all patents will be making the way to the final stage.

Let us know what you think about this rumoured feature of the Apple Watch Series 6 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more interesting tech gadget updates.


Take a look at the official photos of OPPO Reno5 series before it launches in Malaysia

With the release of OPPO Reno 5 Pro+ 5G last week, some of the fans could also be waiting for the standard variants to arrive in Malaysia. Today, you are in luck as we have gotten some of the official photos of the upcoming OPPO Reno5 series from OPPO Malaysia to share before the launch.

The OPPO Reno5 series will be available in two colours that are Galatic Silver and Starry Black. With the brand new Diamond Spectrum process, the Galatic Silver variant will have a matte finish and subtle glittery detail. Most importantly, it is fingerprint-resistant as well. Meanwhile, the Starry Black variant's acrylic panel supporting the cameras has a rainbow illuminating effect when light is shined directly.

To recap, the OPPO Reno5 series comes with a quad-camera setup that has a 64MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, a 2MP mono sensor, and a 2MP macro shooter. For now, it is still unsure when will it be launched in the local market but we'll keep a close eye on it!

Let us know what you think about the OPPO Reno5 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone updates.


Take a look at the realme Book & realme Pad through the teaser images

A few days ago, the CEO from realme India and Europe has finally dropped the teaser of the brand's first laptop. Here we spotted the teaser images of the realme Pad and realme Book.

According to sources, the teaser images were posted on Twitter by the company's CEO - Madhav Sheth. At the same time, he does ask the follower which device should launch first by comparing the laptop and tablet. From the images, we know that the realme Pad will come with flat edges and a rear camera.

The first look is always special! Which one of these do you want us to launch first?RT & reply with your answers. pic.twitter.com/78bnXGMSvd

Besides that, the realme Book will come with a bezel-less design and sport two of the USB-C ports. We think one of the ports might support 65W fast charging technology. Well, let us just sit back, relax, and wait for more details from the company. Do you get excited about these devices? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Take a look at these official images of the HONOR 30 Pro before it launches next week

Today, we’ve received news that the full tech specs of HONOR 30 and HONOR 30 Pro were found on TENAA listings. On the same day, some of the official images of HONOR 30 Pro have also been revealed one week before its launch, and they look drop-dead gorgeous!

HONOR’s President, Zhao Ming, has posted a series of official press renders of the HONOR 30 Pro that is set to launch on 15th April. The set of images showed us the quad-camera setup at the back of the smartphone. It is rumoured that a 50MP Sony IMX700 main sensor will be coming alongside the device.

Other than that, how could we forget the colours! The devices from the images feature a mix of purple and silver colour scheme that looks amazing. Those reflections are also giving us a look at the reflective back of the HONOR 30 Pro that almost looks like a mirror. This is the kind of design that makes us get excited for a smartphone.

Let us know what you think about the HONOR 30 Pro’s design on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more cool smartphone updates.


Take a look back at 2017 with Huawei Malaysia's Country Director

Huawei Malaysia continues to grow in leaps and bounds as we get the Huawei Mate 10, Mate 10 Pro and more. Last year in 2017 we managed to get some time to interview Bill Liu, Country Director of Huawei Malaysia and see what his thoughts were on Huawei Malaysia up until then.


Take a selfie and win movie tickets at the Hutan Kita Exhibition Contest

Do you want an easy way to get free movie tickets? Well, you're at the right place. In collaboration with the Ministry of Water, Land and Natural Resources, Vivo Malaysia is hosting a Hutan Kita exhibition and all you have to do is just take a selfie with ANY phone!

Located at Menara Kuala Lumpur, the exhibition will start tomorrow (24 August) until 22 September 2019 from 9AM to 6PM and the entry is free! However, you will need to visit this page first and like the post, then upload your selfie photo at the comments there as well as sharing the post on your Facebook wall (with public setting). It's that simple! Also, since this is a contest - there can only be one winner for the movie tickets.

As an initiative to spread awareness of our nation's rainforest preservation, the Hutan Kita exhibition was officiated by Prime Minister, YAB Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad and Water, Land and Natural Resources Minister, Dr A. Xavier Jayakumar.

Good luck and have fun, TechNavers! Stay tuned for more Vivo news at TechNave.com.


Take a selfie with any smartphone and win over RM100000 in the vivo v15 Pro selfie contest

Yes, you read right! Take a photo with ANY smartphone (not just vivo) and you stand a chance to win over RM100000 worth of prizes. In collaboration with the launch of the vivo V15 Pro, vivo has announced the “vivo V15Pro Top Influencer - 32MP Perfect Selfie competition”.

The contest starts from now till the 24th of May 2019 and 30 winners will be chosen based on the number of likes they have on their selfies. If you’re interested in participating, simply follow the simple steps below:

Step 1: Like vivo Malaysia's official Facebook pageStep 2: Take a creative selfie with any smartphoneStep 3: Post your selfie on your personal Facebook or Instagram accounts and make sure to set it as PUBLIC with the hashtags #vivoMalaysia, #V15, #V15Pro, #32MP, #WorldFirstElevatingFrontCamera, #V15ProTopInfluencer, and caption the photo with “vivo V15Pro Top Influencer - 32MP Perfect Selfie”Step 4: Share your selfie on the comment section of the contest post

The selfies will be uploaded into an album to make it easier for the audience to see the photo. From there, all they’ll have to do is like their favourite photos. If you want more info, head on over to vivo Malaysia’s official Facebook page. If you're not sure what kind of selfies you should be taking, check out a few samples below. So will you be joining the contest? Make sure to check back on TechNave.com for more cool competitions.


Take the best "selfie" you can with the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4!

Folding smartphones are no longer an awkward type of device as they are now well liked by many users and are also offered in various designs. If you're not interested in the larger design featured by the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4 and are more interested in a cuter size, you'll definitely be interested in the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4.

It not only features a very unique folding clamshell design with charming colors, but also features many photographic functions that make it easy for you to take the most beautiful selfies. Let's see how the Galaxy Z Flip4 can improve your selfie photography level, so do read on.

Most conventional smartphones have less sophisticated selfie cameras than the main camera on the back of the phone. This often makes the quality of selfies not as beautiful as the photos taken using the main camera.

With the Galaxy Z Flip4, you no longer have to suffer from those problems. The phone has a 12MP main camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera, while next to these two cameras there is a small Cover Screen that can show a preview for the picture you want to take. You can use this small screen to view selfies while you create attractive body styles or poses.

You can use the Cover Screen to take selfies with the main camera

With the help of this Cover Screen, you can now take a selfie with the main camera that is much more beautiful when compared to the selfie camera on most other phones.

In fact, if you want to take a wefie selfie with friends, you can activate the ultra-wide camera to get a wider field of view so all your friends can get in the picture. This function cannot be created directly by a conventional smartphone because its selfie camera has a narrow field of view.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 makes it easier to take wefies with your friends

When the Galaxy Z Flip4 is folded, it has a compact design and is easier to put in a pocket or bag. This almost guarantees that you'll leave this phone folded when not in use.

However, you can still take selfies even if the phone's screen isn't fully open. While it is still folded, press the power button on the side twice, then the camera will be activated and a preview can be seen on the small screen next to the lens. You can swipe up or down on this small screen to switch between the main camera and the ultra-wide camera.

When you're ready to take a photo, just press the audio control button (volume) and your selfie will be taken. This mode can not only be used for photos, but it can also record video and perform digital zoom.

This function is very useful if you want to take simple and spontaneous selfies wherever you are.

When you want to take pictures from a distance, you may need a tripod to hold the smartphone. This is very annoying because a tripod is not an accessory that is easily carried and takes time to be set up.

With the folding screen on the Galaxy Z Flip4, you can fold this screen in half and you can already position the camera to take your photos from a distance. This function is called FlexCam where you can fold the Galaxy Z Flip4 screen at any angle and then it will stay at that angle.

Just flip open the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 to take photos without needing at tripod

The hinge of the Galaxy Z Flip4 is very flexible, yet it can still keep your phone folded at any angle firmly. The hinge is made of Iron Armor Aluminum which is the strongest aluminum frame from Samsung yet and it even has a waterproof and dustproof rating, so it can be submerged up to a depth of 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes.

Coming back to the FlexCam, it can therefore be used for the main camera and the selfie camera found on the screen of the Galaxy Z Flip4. In addition to being used to take selfies easily, this also means you can use the FlexCam function while participating in a video call. Now you no longer need to answer video calls while holding the phone, instead you just need to fold the Galaxy Z Flip4 screen a little, put it on the table and you can chat comfortably.

FlexCam makes it easier to join a video call

FlexCam also allows you to turn your Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 into a camcorder

In addition, the FlexCam also allows you to record video like you're holding a camcorder. You just need to fold the Galaxy Z Flip4 screen a little, tilt the phone 90 degrees and you can hold this phone like a camcorder. This is definitely great when recording vlogs or short films because it's easier to hold for a steady grip.

The Galaxy Z Flip4 camera can take pictures in low light very well and with less noise. With the Nightography technology that is abundant in Samsung phones, you can take very clear photos and selfies even if you are in a low-light environment.

This phone can take clear pictures in dim situations because it is equipped with optical image stabilization (OIS) to ensure that the lens remains stable even if there is a slight vibration from your hand. While recording video, digital video image stabilization (VDIS) is activated where it analyzes a lot of phone movement data during video recording and will stabilize the video based on that data.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 makes it easier to take photos at night

After pictures and videos are taken the Galaxy Z Flip4 also has a Super Night Solution processing function to reduce the noise in the picture. With this, you can be sure that all photos taken with the Galaxy Z Flip4 camera will always look beautiful, even at night.

Thanks to these various photography-focused functions on the Galaxy Z Flip4, it's a solid device to improve the quality of your photos that can be shared with loved ones or on social media. This phone not only has an attractive camera, but is offered in stylish color options which include Bora Purple, Graphite black, Pink Gold and blue.

Visit the Samsung Malaysia website for more information on the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4. Let us know on Facebook if you are interested in it and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Take the first look at the Xiaomi Mi Band 5 that is rumoured to be launched in June

Xiaomi's Mi Band is one of the popular wearables that we can have in this era without breaking our wallets. The tech gadget was also ranked no.1 worldwide among the other wearable bands last year, after the Xiaomi Mi Band 4 was sold one million units in eight days after its launch. Mi Band 4's successor, Mi Band 5, was supposed to be launched on 3 April but still nowhere to be seen. However, it's now surfacing online again giving us a look at the device.

From the picture, we can see the next Mi Band will continue to have the classic rectangular shape from the previous Mi Bands. There is also a circular navigation button at the bottom of the screen, so nothing huge has been implemented on the design. As for the straps, you can see them sitting at the top left corner of the picture, revealing a black one and another that looks brown-ish.

After not showing up on 3 April, the company has announced they are indeed still working on the Mi Band 5. Therefore, you don't have to worry about the product being postponed because of the pandemic. It is also rumoured that the Mi Band 5 will eventually be launched in June, so let's wait patiently for its arrival then!

Let us know what you think about the leaked image of the Mi Band 5 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget updates.


Take your mobile photography skills to the next level with realme 8 Pro's 108MP and 50W SuperDart Charge

As some may have noticed, realme's biggest advantage as a brand is its breadth of selection. The company typically launches a lot of smartphones within a year, which means consumers get a lot of options to choose from. One of the most recent devices launched would be the realme 8 Pro.

Of course, the question then becomes "What makes this device better than its other cousins?" Well, that would definitely have to be the cameras. The realme 8 Pro has a wealth of camera features to play around with, some of which we've talked about before. Today, let's take a quick look at what this particular phone has.

If you want to talk about the big highlight for the realme 8 Pro, it will have to be the main camera. The phone is equipped with a high-resolution 108MP camera, which is currently one of the industry's highest-resolution sensor. It's also the first realme mid-range device with a 108MP camera, so it's definitely a good selling point.

Powering this 108MP camera is the ISOCELL HM2 sensor, which is an extra-large (1/1.52-inch) image sensor with a max of 12000×9000 pixels. It's supported by the ISOCELL Plus pixel isolation technology, which can reduce optics loss and cross colour. The technology also enables greater colour fidelity and boasts up to 15% of improvement in ISO levels.

Look at that water reflection on this 108MP photo!

Nice ceiling shot on this second 108MP photo

As you can see from some of our photo samples (resized), the 108MP camera can capture enough light and detail even in slightly dim areas. The high pixel count is also very useful here, as it allows us to crop parts of the photo and still see what's there. In brighter scenes, you get more natural lighting and colours too. So, what do you think?

The next feature we want to talk about is the new Super Nightscape, which benefits from the ISOCELL Plus, Smart-ISO, and 9-in-1 Pixel Binning technologies. realme promises good low-light performance even without the mode, but the new upgraded function would make them even better. The feature uses an algorithm and AI to perform image noise reduction and automatic dead pixel removal. This results in brighter shots with less noise. Moreover, the latest version of Super Nightscape supports different modes, including Pro Nightscape, Ultra Nightscape, Tripod Mode, and more.

We took a few shots at night to find out how the feature would perform too, have a look! Mind you, the rather strong yellow lighting did help a lot here. But still, the photos kept a lot of the details and didn't have much noise. You could even see the leaf stems and tree bark.

Another interesting one would be Starry Mode. The software algorithm has been upgraded and is now better at processing the image. The brightening effect and noise reduction have also been improved. And if that's not good enough for you, realme has now included a Time-lapse Video Algorithm. When shooting Starry Mode, you can enable the Starry Time-lapse Video to take a time-lapse version of the starry sky. It works by taking snapshots every 15 seconds, then combining them into a 30fps time-lapse video. Based on some quick math, it means you can snap 240 starry photos within an hour for an 8s timelapse video.

Speaking of timelapse, that's also available with Tilt-shift Mode. For your information, Tilt-shift Mode lets you 'convert' the real world into a miniature one on your phone. It gives your photos that miniature toy world feeling, with the foreground and background out of focus. Normally, such an effect can only be done using a real camera with a tilt-shift lens. But now you can do it with the realme 8 Pro, with a bonus timelapse video mode that has 10x playback. Cool, right?

If you watched the videos above, you can see that the mode is quite easy to use. What it does is take pictures at different Bokeh levels (aperture) to create that artificial tilt effect. The same applies when taking a timelapse version. Moreover, the shape, angle, position, and size of the blur effect can be manually adjusted. You can also easily select and customise blurry effects to suit the scene.

That’s not all, the realme 8 Pro has a couple of other camera features. First is Trendy Portrait, which comes with three filters – Neon, Dynamic Bokeh, and AI Color – to give your portrait shots that extra oomph. Then there’s In-sensor Zoom, an algorithm that enhances all images for greater detail even when zoomed in or cropped. Another one is Dual-View Mode, a feature that lets you record videos using both the front and rear main camera simultaneously.

Trendy Portraits: Dynamic Bokeh (left), Neon Portrait (right)

The phone's 3x In-sensor Zoom provides better contrast and image detail

Dual-View mode uses both front and rear cameras to record videos

Of course, there's more to the realme 8 Pro that we haven't talked about. Having said that, what do you think about it? Let us know in the comments below and the pre-order realme 8 Pro begins today at your nearest realme store or just simply visit the realme website here to learn more about realme’s latest products. Stay tuned to TechNave for more articles like this.


Take your most #BrilliantPortraitinLowLight to win entry into the official OPPO F11 Pro launch

With the OPPO F11 Pro announced and coming soon on 19 March 2019, OPPO Malaysia is hosting a social media contest for all Malaysians to show off their "Brilliant Portrait in Low Light" environment. Should you participate, you will have a chance to win a pair of ticket passes (+ an air humidifier) to the official F11 Pro launch!

The contest has already started today and will end on 14 March 2019. A total of 20 winners will be selected and all you have to do is take the best low light selfie possible with the hashtag #OPPOF11ProBrilliantPortraitinLowLight. Just follow the steps below to participate:

Since the contest will end of 14 March 2019, the 20 selfie winners will be announced on the next day (15 March). To know more about the contest, you can read more details here along with the Terms and Conditions here. Good luck!


Apple Watch 6 may comes with new parental controls that restricts the usage period for children!

The new iOS 14 coding leaks have been circulating few new features for the upcoming Apple Watch Series 6. Aside from the new blood oxygen level detection and improved electrocardiogram(ECG) readings,  the other feature that caught our attention is the new parental controls.

According to 9to5Mac, the new parental control named Schooltime will allow one iPhone to manage additional Apple Watches used by children and limits what features and apps are available on a child’s Apple Watch during specific hours. This can allow parents to have better control of restricting certain contacts to be available on a specific period and also music playing on their children’s Apple Watch.

Besides, the Apple Watch 6 may be getting a new sleep tracking feature and also more sociable features with the watchOS 7. It might be having the sharing photo albums, swapping watch faces and also a new ‘tachymeter’ distance-tracking feature which can be found on most analog watches with a chronograph.

Either way, there’s still no official information on the tech specs and release date for the Apple Watch 6 so do take this with a pinch of salt. But will you be excited about the new features? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more news updates on TechNave.com!


Talking about the Internet of Things with Tech Kakis #005

Our collaboration with KL Gadget Guy and Nasi Lemak Tech continues with episode 5 of our Tech Kakis discussion group. This time around we talk about the Internet of Things which basically means every device is connected to the Internet. While this may seem like a fad, it does mean that eventually you would be able to remote control your everything or in turn get notified of everything. For example your Internet linked refrigerator could let you know if the stuff you bought has expired or what stuff you may have in cooler. We talk about other connected devices like the Samsung Gear S, the Philips smart LED light bulb and so forth. Check out the full video below:


Tamagotchi returns in smartwatch form for 25th anniversary

Did you have a Tamagotchi as a kid? Some of us preferred the Digimon devices, but the Tamagotchi definitely had its share of fans. Since it's the 25th anniversary, Bandai thought it would be nice to bring it back - in the form of a smartwatch.

The Tamagotchi Smart comes with touch and voice controls, allowing you to raise a virtual pet through it. It doesn't actually support speech recognition, but rather recognises specific phrases that are pre-programmed into the device. Makes sense, as it's designed for children. Interestingly, each Tamagotchi Smart device will have different pets.

Besides that, Bandai also plans to sell optional "TamaSma Cards". These are physical add-ons that let users load items into a Tamagotchi Smart. Essentially, they're physical versions of DLCs (lol). Of course, you can use the Tamagotchi Smart as a regular digital watch. It also comes with a pedometer, which as you know is mainly to count your daily steps taken.

If you want one, you could check the official website for more info. The Tamagotchi Smart will retail for 7480 yen (~RM282), but it's not available in Malaysia. With that said, would you be interested enough to import this? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more fun news like this.


Taobao's cargo ship with items from 11.11 sales sank deep into the ocean

This must be a really devastating news to some of the fanatic buyers during the 11.11 sales. It is reported that over 879 tonnes of cargo shipped from China sunk into the open ocean after encountered a collision. The cargo mainly consists of products purchased from Taobao during the sales. The repercussions of this incident involved not only Taobao and its consumers, but also the lives of the ship’s crew members.

The shipwreck incident put 9 crew members’ lives in danger. It is reported that 7 of them were saved in time and the two other members are still missing at the moment. Taobao claimed that they will pay for whatever loss during the tragic incident.

This is also said to be the first time for this kind of shipwreck incident happened to the company. The Chinese e-commerce site has also announced they will execute refunds as soon as possible to pacify their customers as well. For International customers, the only option to get your money back is through AliPay for now.

On 11 November, it is the day for you to spend as much as you want on the products that are having big sales on various online stores. Among all the online merchants, Taobao is one of the sites with the highest traffic on that day. Many couldn’t resist all the great deals and quickly added the on-sale items into their shopping carts. Now, it looks like their shopping carts could have been sinking into the Atlantis.

Let us know what you think about this incident on our Facebook page! For more viral news, stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Tapway is installing AI cameras at toll plazas in Malaysia to scan your car plates for payment

Going through tolls in Malaysia may be one of the things that we don't look forward to, but a fellow Malaysian is looking to change that. Chee How Lim, an aerospace engineer is looking to provide computer vision and AI adoption in Southeast Asia with his company, Tapway.

To solve the issue of congestion on the toll highways, Lim said using a camera and AI could solve all the problems and make the highway flow freely. By using NVIDIA GPUs and software, it can train AI models to read a vehicle's license plate number, detect its class, and make and colour within 50 milliseconds. The AI will even begin reading even if the vehicle is approaching nearer.

By utilising the NVIDIA Triton Inference Server, Tapway's VehicleTrack software is always working 24/7 in any conditions with a 97% accuracy. So far, PLUS has installed 577 cameras and plans to expand to nearly 900 in 92 toll plazas this year. A single GPU from the server is able to manage up to 50 simultaneous video streams, and up to 28,800 images a minute on edge servers using NVIDIA A10, A30 and T4 GPUs.

Since 2014, a total of 3000 sensors have been deployed by Tapway for both Malaysia and Singapore in 500 locations. Besides that, Tapway also assists shopping malls and retailers with customers' shopping habits, as well as helping car manufacturers and palm oil producers to inspect product quality control.


Task Force 141 - Warzone event lets you get a character skin on Call of Duty:Mobile for free

With the recent announcement of Call of Duty: Warzone, it seems that there will be a cross-platform celebration to Call of Duty: Mobile players where they are able to get a free character skin. How? Simple, just simply install Call of Duty: Warzone and you're good to go!

For those who don't know, Warzone is a new battle royale mode for the franchise on the PC and consoles for free. That's right, you can actually download the mode for free without having to buy the actual game. About the free character skin gift, there are three of them which are Ghost - Stealth, Captain Price and Gaz from the Task Force 141. However, you can only choose one and it isn't random which is nice.

To get your favourite Task Force 141 character skin for free, you will have to install Warzone first as aforementioned, then link the game to your Call of Duty: Mobile account. After that, you should receive an exchange coin in the mobile game app mailbox and just choose whichever character you like. Do note that the process will take up to 72 hours, so it's not exactly an instantaneous gift.

The Task Force 141 celebration event will be live until 23 March 2020 and there are already over 6 million players within 24 hours when Warzone got released. That said, our Call of Duty: Mobile server is hosted by Garena in Southeast Asia so we will check out if it's applicable for Malaysian gamers too. We will update the post again when we find out so stay tuned for that at TechNave.com.


Tauri 88 luxury smartphone going for an insane $6000 (RM20851)

There's no denying that Lamborghini sports cars are one of the best looking cars on the planet. Now, you have a phone to match the car's looks, thanks to a luxury product company called Tonino Lamborghini. The company recently released a new luxury smartphone called the Tauri 88 which runs on Google's Android OS and features a premium design. The Tauri 88 is one of the few luxury smartphones in the market to actually come with high-end tech specs and features. This includes a Snapdragon 801 quad-core processor inside with 3GB RAM and 64GB internal memory. Interestingly, you also get a MicroSD card slot on the device to expand this already large storage. The display up front measures 5 inches diagonally with a full HD 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution. A 20MP rear camera adorns the back while the front shooter measures in at 8MP. The phone comes with Android 4.4 Kitkat out of the box and is made of metal and leather with hand embroidered stiches, making the device all the more beautiful. Even if you have $60000 (RM20850) price to spare, getting one won't be easy since the company plans to make only 1947 units, increasing it's limited exclusivity. Obviously, there isn't any Malaysia release date or pricing, but if you can afford it then getting to where it is available should not be a problem.


Team R.E.D. from Italy brings home €10,000 & 4 honor View10 devices prize from Modern Combat Versus honor International Series

The teams from five different countries celebrating the end of the tournament

On 7 April 2018 in Paris, France, Team R.E.D. from Italy has clinched the win from the Modern Combat Versus honor International Series eSports finals. They were up against EMP Clan from Germany and scored 2-0 in a best of 3 set in a close fight between the two teams.

With this, R.E.D. was able to walk away €10,000 prize and an honor View 10 smartphone for each player. The first runner-ups were also given medals for competing in the finals. In addition, prior to the tournament, it was also announced that The Four Immortals from India could not make it due to logistic issues, so, therefore, they had to forfeit their spot. Other participating finalist teams includes Bujang Lapok (Malaysia), Supremacy (France), EMP Clan (Germany) and The Royals (Spain).

This is the first time that honor and Gameloft have collaborated together to host a mobile game tournament, as well as using the View 10 smartphone as the official device for it. For those who don't know, Modern Combat Versus is a multiplayer FPS mobile game from Gameloft company, who is also the producer of Asphalt 8: Airborne.

Modern Combat Versus on the honor View 10

To recap the tech-specs, the View 10 features a Kirin 970 chipset with Neural-Network Processing Unit (NPU), octa-core ARM Cortex CPU, a Mali-G72 12-core GPU, 6GB of RAM, 5.99-inch FHD+ display, 3750mAh and more. Not to forget, it also has a Game Suite feature that prevents incoming notifications and locking the home button from interrupting your game, which is kinda perfect for gaming.

It's not known if honor and Gameloft will do another tournament like this again, so we shall see. Stay tuned for more honor news at TechNave.com.


Team Secret and The MongolZ wins ROG Masters Grand Final in DotA 2 and CS:GO

Just over the weekend (12-13 November 2016), Team Secret, a DotA 2 team that comprise of Korean, Malaysian, Estonian, Swedish, and German players were crowned ROG Masters champions after defeating Execration fro m the Philippines 3-0 in their best-of-five final.

At the same time, The MongolZ, from Mongolia, won the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO) tournament without losing a single match to take home the first ever ROG Masters CS:GO trophy.

Team Secret, the multi-national squad’s cohesiveness proved to be their key to success, even when playing with a new addition to the team.

“We’re trying to figure out what is best. Right now it feels like I fit in well, and that’s easy for me to play because they are helping me to improve. They’re really good, and they know a lot. I’m enjoying myself,” said KheZu, Team Secret’s newest member.

ROG Masters is Asia’s largest eSports tournament and featured a prize pool of US$200000. From September to October, 2016, a total of 590 teams participated in five regional qualifiers to earn a spot in the Grand Finals. ROG Masters strives to uncover future talent in the Asian Dota 2 and CS:GO scenes and bring them into the international spotlight.

For more information about ROG Masters, please visit www.rog-masters.com.


Team from Malaysia has developed a robot that allows doctors to access their patients remotely

While we’re staying home, let’s not forget about the medical frontliners are still fighting every day to save as many lives as possible, so shout out to them! However, it looks like there’s a new technology that can lighten up their burden a little, and it’s a robot. A team from the International Islamic University Malaysia (UIA) has developed a robot with model MediBot V1-U, and they’re getting it prepared to join the Covid-19 fight.

The team, from Centre for Unmanned Technologies (CUTe) under the university, has made a robot that can replace the nurses’ shifts by taking care of the patients. Their creation is equipped with an infrared camera that can detect patients’ body temperature, so it can alert the doctors if a patient is showing Covid-19 symptoms. Other than that, there is also a screen on the front of the robot, which allows the patient to communicate with medical professionals through a webcam.

Furthermore, the MediBot V1-U has the ability to extinguish germs as well with its Ultra-Light C light that can destroy the DNA in germs. If you’re curious about how the robot is being controlled, Internet access and radiofrequency are the answers. Currently, the robot is undergoing tests at a medical center that belongs to UIA located in Kuantan.

It does sound amazing to us that the robot was developed in our country to help with the current situation. With such technology, people who are working in hospitals can cut down their tasks, and even avoid contact with a suspected Covid-19 patient. Other than the robot, we’ve also seen things such as Dyson’s ventilators and MyEG’s Rapid Testing Kit being launched to curb the pandemic. It is no doubt that this is the time that needs us to work together the most. For you, it will be to stay home and stay safe.

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


TeamXecutor has succeeded at hacking the Nintendo Switch using a modchip

In 2019, Nintendo released two new Switch models with improvements that prevented hackers from using homebrew software but all that work has been undone again. TeamXecutor was able to hack the Nvidia Tegra X214 chipset used in the revised Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite with the help of a modchip.

According to Tweaktown, this custom modchip from TeamXecutor makes it possible to run an altered software system called SX OS. But be warned that its use willl come with a few obvious drawbacks. First, this is not some custom OS you can just install. Instead, you have to solder the modchip onto your Switch's motherboard, which means one wrong move and your console could be damaged. Needless to say, this method also voids your warranty and isn't even free.

We're sure Nintendo is already hard at work to close this exploit but this still proves that the company's products are not any less vulnerable than before. What do you think of this, would you risk your Nintendo Switch to try the hack? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


48-hours working on the Huawei MediaPad M6 unplugged, no charger or powerbank!

Most working laptops or productivity devices are geared for 8-hour work days, meaning they don't usually last longer than 7 or 8 hours on a single charge. While some productivity tablets and smartphones can go past this limitation and even last more than a day, how do you think the Huawei MediaPad M6 would handle 48-hours unplugged with no charger or powerbank?

This time around we do just that as we take the Huawei MediaPad M6 as our only work device for 48-hours unplugged on a single charge. Featuring a Kirin 980 chipset, 4GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, 10.8-inch 2K resolution screen and a 7500 mAh battery it also comes bundled with a Keyboard cover and M-Pen Lite stylus for just RM1899 (limited stocks for the keyboard and stylus though). Read on and find out how well the MediaPad M6 managed to do in 48 hours.

The Huawei MediaPad M6 currently comes bundled with a Huawei Magnetic Keyboard cover and M-Pen Lite stylus (limited stocks)

In general, the work that we do involves writing down content, editing photos or videos, inputting these into our CMS (Content Management System) and then publishing posts and articles. Our editors edit and comment on the work from other writers and we all manage our content on social media.

For this purpose, our editor wrote this whole article, a news post, an advertorial involving photography and edited various articles from writers. He used nothing else but the Huawei MediaPad M6 as the main device to do all this, with no other desktop or laptop at all.

The M-Pen Lite stylus really helps make editing easier

According to our editor, one of the biggest features he found useful was the bundled Keyboard cover. This is because it not only offers a responsive touch-typing experience, but it also came with the Back, Home, Recent Apps and Screenshot buttons built-in. Despite only being the M-Pen Lite, the bundled stylus also helped to comment and edit on writers work more precisely thanks to the 2048-layer pressure sensitivity.

He noted that while he used the 10.8-inch 2K display or M-Pen Lite stylus more for mouse work, there were times when the built-in PC or Desktop Mode really helped, especially when he needed overlapping windows of multiple apps. Attaching a Bluetooth mouse was particularly useful for that mode as well.

You can switch to this Desktop / PC mode any time

The EMUI 9.1 it comes bundled with was particularly useful as it helped to keep the MediaPad M6 energy efficient. This includes turning off the screen when not in use, turning on the tablet when you open the keyboard cover and so forth.

While the 7500 mAh battery certainly contributed, he felt that both the EMUI and the battery helped the MediaPad M6 last 48-hours unplugged. So much so that it even had more than half a day left to work left (18 hours and 27 minutes according to the battery settings). We didn't use any custom battery saver settings, so you could probably squeeze out even more battery life if you do.

Asides from the aforementioned tech specs and features like the 10.8-inch 2K pixel resolution display, the Huawei MediaPad M6 comes with quad-channel quad speakers tuned by Harmon Kardon, making it great for a private presentation. If it's on a wider scale, the wireless projection lets you cast to a nearby compatible Smart TV or projector. While our editor didn't use it, the extra 4G LTE connectivity and 498g weight of the MediaPad M6 should make it perfect for mobile road warriors.

Overall, the Huawei MediaPad M6 not only can last beyond 48-hours on a single charge, with the bundled Keyboard cover and M-Pen Lite stylus, it makes for a fullfledged mini workhorse laptop and productivity tablet that you can bring and use everywhere. While we found it more than capable of handling our daily work we're certain it could be useful for other mobile road warriors and workers on the go as well.

What an exceptional mini laptop, not only can it do all your common work, but it can also last for more than 48 hours on a single charge!

While its price of RM1899 may be a bit high as far as most tablets go, as a productivity device, there are almost no productivity laptops or tablets with the same capabilities or mobility within that same price range. You're more than welcome to go check it out for yourself at nearby Huawei Experience Stores or their online site, but thankfully you can also get the MediaPad M6 with the Together 2020 promotion on a 0% Instalment plan.

If you're thinking of going Together 2020 with the Huawei Smart Life way, then the Huawei Smart Travel package is probably your best bet as it also includes the Huawei Mate 30 Pro, Freebuds 3, Huawei x Gentle Monster sunglasses along with the Huawei MediaPad M6 for only RM22.13 a day. You can also customize your own package with the MediaPad M6 and the devices you want, so do check out the Together 2020 site for yourself.


Apple Watch 8 Extreme Sports variant could feature 2-inch display

In September, we won't just be seeing new iPhones but probably the Apple Watch Series 8 too. Every year, Apple would release a single model that could have some new features. But for 2022, the company could also unveil an Extreme Sports model for enthusiasts.

According to Mark Gurman (via Engadget), Apple has plans to launch an Apple Watch Series 8 Extreme Sports watch with a larger display. Specifically, it's expected to feature a 1.99-inch screen with a 410x502 resolution. For reference, last year's Apple Watch Series 7 models all came with 1.9-inch screens with 430x352. As you can tell, this should result in a screen with less width but more height.

It's not much of an upgrade on paper, but you should still be able to notice the improvement. The source suggests that an increase of at least 7% in screen size, compared to the largest 45mm Watch Series 7. Apple is expected to use the extra space to display additional info and metrics. Besides the screen, the new model could also come with temperature monitoring, a new low-power mode, and more.

Of course, none of these has been confirmed, so do take the news with a grain of salt. Having said that, is there a feature you would like to see added to this year's model? Share your ideas in the comments, and as always stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


Teardown of Huawei Mate 40 RS shows HiSilicon's SFS storage chip

If you've ever wondered what companies pack into their devices, there's always those teardown videos you can refer to. One of the latest teardown video for the Huawei Mate 40 RS revealed some interesting things. In the video, you get to see a storage chip that's different from the standard UFS used in most phones.

According to Gizmochina, a Chinese tech blog took apart the Mate 40 RS to find out what's inside. The general layout of the internals is similar to the Mate 40 Pro, but there are differences. Most notably, the camera module has an additional 3D ToF sensor and infrared temperature scanner. The phone also has more thermal paste and the NFC area is also larger.

More importantly, you get to see the HiSilicon-developed SFS memory chip for internal storage. It's said that this chip can deliver read speeds of up to 1966MB/s and write speeds of up to 1280MB/s. For comparison, UFS 3.1 has read speeds of about 1800MB/s and write speeds of around 700MB/s. If the numbers are accurate, SFS would have nearly double the sequential write speeds of UFS 3.1, which can be great for taking burst shots with the camera.

Of course, the numbers above have not been verified, so do take the news with a grain of salt. Having said that, is the storage speed of a smartphone important for you? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news.


Teardown of the new iPhone SE shows a 2018mAh battery and a Snapdragon X57 5G modem

Apple refreshed its iPhone SE lineup recently and you’d be hard-pressed to notice any difference from its previous generations. That’s because the design is unchanged from the outside, essentially using the same body as the iPhone 8.

Under the hood, however, is a different story as that is where the iPhone SE shines. In fact, this 3rd generation of the lineup features the A15 Bionic chipset that’s found in Apple’s flagship smartphone the iPhone 13 series!

If you want to further peek inside the iPhone SE 2022, then this teardown video by PBKreviews got you covered. Based on the teardown, it seems that there are several other changes under the hood for the latest iPhone SE.

These include a relatively larger battery than its previous version. The iPhone SE 2020 only has a 1821mAh and it’s nice to see that Apple made it a bit beefier this time around with a 2018mAh battery.

Another thing of note that was found during the teardown was that the iPhone SE was rocking a Qualcomm Snapdragon! Well, it’s not an SoC but a 5G modem, specifically the Snapdragon X57 modem.

Speaking of which, the modem seems to be custom-made by Qualcomm for use inside the iPhone SE. Furthermore, the modem only supports limited 5G bands below 6GHz.

The iPhone SE 2022 also got a RAM upgrade, now rocking 4GB RAM instead of the previous one’s 3GB RAM. Seems pretty low for modern smartphones, but we need to remember that iOS runs pretty smoothly with limited RAM, especially with a high-end A15 Bionic chipset.

What do you guys think of the iPhone SE 2022? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest tech news!


Teaser Video reveals ASUS ZenFone II with dual LED flash and rear controls

ASUS had already confirmed that it would release a number of new ZenFone smartphones at the upcoming CES 2015 event to be held in Las Vegas from 5 January 2015. Now, the company has released a teaser video which shows off one of the devices that will be announced at the event. The teaser is pretty short and does not reveal much about the upcoming device which could be the ASUS ZenFone II range of smartphones. However, it does give us a glimpse of what appears to be a brushed metal backside, circular metallic button and a rear camera setup which includes dual LED flash and rear controls. ASUS is expected to announce the device at CES next year at an event which they have titled Experience 2Morrow, which isn't too far off. Expect more details like Malaysia release dates and pricing after the event. Check out the video and images below for yourself:


Teaser image of HONOR V40 series surfaced hinting an imminent launch

The HONOR V30 series was launched at the end of 2019 and now it's almost time for the lineup to get refreshed for 2020. Today, a teaser image of the HONOR V40 has appeared out of nowhere and it could mean that the launch of devices is imminent.

Posted by a Twitter user, the teaser image has nothing but an HONOR V40 logo and a mysterious Black device at the back. Other than that, we do not know much about the upcoming device. However, we do know that the series could bring an Honor V40, an honor V40 Pro, and an Honor V40 Pro+.

Turns out the Honor V40 series might not be too far from now.#huawei #honor #HonorV40 pic.twitter.com/1jkI36Dcof

Although we're close to the launch, the rumours of the devices have never appeared online. Therefore, it is unsure what are the impressive tech specs that HONOR is going to put into this new series. It is also said that the HONOR V40 series could be bringing rebranded devices as the company is still facing the aftermath of the trade ban.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming HONOR V40 series on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone updates.


Teaser image of Panasonic Lumix S5 appears online, tech specs allegedly leaked

If you're a fan of full-frame mirrorless cameras, then a new option might be heading your way soon. Back in May, it was rumoured that Panasonic would announce its flagship Lumix GH6 mirrorless camera in August. That hasn't happened yet, but new rumours of a Lumix S5 have already begun to surface.

According to camera leaker Nokishita, a teaser image and tech specs of the Panasonic Lumix S5 have been found. In terms of design, it seems like it'll be similar to the Lumix S1 but may be smaller in size. As for key features, it's expected to have a 24.2MP full-frame CMOS sensor, 5-axis image stabilisation, and the Contrast autofocus system with DFD (Depth From Defocus).

パナソニックの新フルサイズミラーレスカメラのティザー画像が公開されました。#ニュース pic.twitter.com/lTYztpozPJ

As for the rumoured tech specs, there's 4K video recording at 60p, ISO of up to 204800, and 7fps burst shooting (5fps with Live View). It's also supposed to have a 2.36-million dot EVF and a display with LUT View Assist. The battery has a capacity of 2200mAh and should last for at least 440 shots if the display is switched on.

We don't have a lot of details or any confirmation to go with this leak, but Nokishita has been reliable in the past so this news is probably legit. Having said that, what do you think of the specs of the Lumix S5 so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for future updates on this.


Teaser images of Redmi Note 10 hint at all-new design and high-quality display

After confirming the Redmi Note 10 will be launched on 4 March, Xiaomi India proceeds to post some of the teaser images on the device's landing page today. These new teasers are hinting at some of the features that will be coming together with the device. Other than that, we can also find the silhouette of the Redmi Note 10 in the images that offer us a glimpse at the design.

The Redmi Note 10 is expected to sport an all-new design according to one of the teaser images. There's also one hinting that the device will become lighter and slimmer compared to its predecessor. We can also see a punch-hole camera on the flat screen that is protected with Gorilla Glass. The teaser also confirms that the device will come with an IP52 rating for water and dust protection.

According to the rumours that surfaced earlier, the Redmi Note 10 is going to feature Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset. It was also suggested that the device would use a high refresh rate panel and a 108MP main sensor for the rear camera module. Besides those, there are also talks of improved haptics, Hi-Res audio, and faster charging.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming Redmi Note 10 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone news.


Teaser of Sony WH-1000XM4 leaked before official launch

Just a few days ago, it was strongly hinted that Sony was getting ready to launch its latest wireless headphone. That piece of news should be accurate, as a promo video of the Sony WH-1000XM4 was leaked online. The teaser showed some of the phone tech specs and features, some that were not found in the previous model.

From what we see in the promo video (via SparrowNews), it's mostly going to be similar to the WH-1000XM3 but with some new additions. For instance, the 40mm drivers and battery with estimated 30-hours of battery life remain. However, the headphone will have a new high-performance audio chipset. It should provide greater audio performance and lower Bluetooth latency, both of which are nice to have in a wireless headphone.

Besides that, there are new features that make this new model an improvement over its predecessor. It has a new wearing detection feature that will automatically play or pause your audio, depending on whether you are wearing it over your ears or hanging it around your neck. It also has new location-based presets audio profiles, as well as a speak-to-chat feature that pauses your music when you speak and resumes after you're done speaking.

When it comes to premium wireless headphones with active noise-cancelling, this is probably one of the most highly anticipated ones this year. But with that said, which of the revealed features do you like most? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Teaser reveals that ASUS ROG Phone 3 will most definitely come with SD 865 Plus chipset

Based on a video posted by Tech Elucidations on their Facebook page, it seems that the ASUS ROG Phone 3 will most definitely be the first smartphone to come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset. But that’s not all, other rumours have also stated that the device will also have up to 16GB RAM, 144Hz refresh rate display, as well as up to 512GB of internal storage.

In addition to that, the device will support 30W fast charging to replenish its beefy 6000mAh internal battery. With all that said, do take some of the information mentioned with a grain of salt, due to the fact that ASUS has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

Asus ROG phone 3 will have the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 865+ chipset and it is said to be the most powerfull gaming...

Furthermore, there’s no news on the Malaysia release date, exact tech specs, and local pricing for now either. Would you be interested in getting the smartphone in question as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Teaser video reveals Samsung Galaxy S8 will be coming on 29 March 2017

Just as expected, Samsung only showed off a taste of what is to come for their upcoming Samsung Galaxy S8 smartphone at MWC 2017 with the following teaser video. Clearly stating that the next Samsung unpacked event will be held on 29 March 2017 at www.samsung.com/galaxy, it also revealed that the Galaxy S8 will also have a very high screen to body ratio, perhaps even higher than the 78% of the recently unveiled LG G6. No other tech specs or features were revealed but stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated.


Teasers confirm USB-C charging and cross-device connectivity for realme Book

Curious about what laptop realme can offer? Some leaks of the realme Book have surfaced ahead of the launch in recent weeks, providing us hints of what the device could deliver. But there are also some official teasers confirming some of the features.

Previously, there's already a hint that the realme Book could come with a new MagDart charger. But realme has also confirmed that the realme Book will use the USB-C connector for charging. It's rumoured to support 65W fast-charging, which is enough to charge an ultra-slim laptop while it's in use. By the way, it's interesting to see the teaser refer to the device as "realme Book Slim". Is this the same device or a variant of the realme Book?

Evolve to an untangled experience and join the Convenience club with Type C charging on the upcoming #realmeBook Slim.#StayTuned pic.twitter.com/jUQ6cgLMCt

Anyway, realme CEO Madhav Sheth also confirmed that the new laptop will let you connect a smartphone to it. The PC Connect feature should work like the Your Phone app from Microsoft or Huawei's Multi-Screen Collaboration. It allows you to interact with your smartphone through a laptop or even a desktop PC with an accessory like the Samsung DeX.

This laptop is definitely meant for work and productivity, so we can probably expect more features related to that. But what do you think about it so far? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple Watch 8 Series could have new features like thermometer for fevers and more

It was just yesterday when we saw the news about a delay in the production of the Apple Watch 7 Series. But it looks like Apple is already planning for its successor. In fact, sources claim that Apple is looking to even more features to add to subsequent Apple smartwatches.

According to The Wall Street Journal (via MacRumors), Apple has discussed plans to add new health features to its future generations of smartwatches. Internal company documents mention features like a thermometer, blood-pressure trends, sensors to detect fevers, and more. Besides that, the company will also bring some updates to existing models.

In other words, the earliest we could see any of these features would be the Watch Series 8 that would launch next year. Note that the new features are not expected to arrive before 2022. However, it does mean that some of them are purely software-based, which is why they can be added to older models easily.

Of course, this is likely the early planning stages, so things could change. But with that said, what feature would you like to see in the Apple Watch 8 Series? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


Tech-enhanced experiences at Maybank Championship 2017

Maybank Group Chief Strategy Officer, Michael Foong (the fifth from the left, last row) posing together with the app developers for the technology showcase at Maybank Championship 2017

Today at the Maybank Championship 2017, the company has showcased some tech-enhanced, digital-first bespoke experiences with a few app developers such as Suncrox Solar, Credit Mavin, VAV App, Evenesis, NEXX, Jom Fishing, Apver, Eat Cake Today, AppPay, Katsana, MyCash, Laundry On The Go, RecomN, VRLab and Brand Geeks Inc.

Amongst some of the innovation that will be demonstrated to the public from 9-12 February 2017, one of them includes a Virtual Reality lab installation, solar powered mobile charging stations at the public village developed by Suncrox Solar, a context-based notifications platform developed by VAV Apps and a mobile solution that will help keep track of your spending across all payment channels (especially) credit cards) in one convenient mobile application by Credit Mavin.

Appandus showing their app of a mobile cashless transaction profile

Suncrox Solar's solar powered mobile charging station

Maybank Group Chief Strategy Officer, Michael Foong said: “As befits a platform where the best of the world converge in a spectacle of talent, skill and discipline, we are thrilled to offer to golfers and visitors alike digital innovations and technology experiences that will be the way of the future. From  cashless payment options to digital banking services offered on-site as well as the presence of many tech start-ups and fintech partners, we do indeed aim to offer an experience of Gold Like Never Before.”

Also to be deployed throughout the Saujana Gold and Country Club for all four days of the Championship are digital innovations developed by Maybank including Maybank including MaybankPay and SamsungPay; cashless payment conveniences at public F&B and merchandise sales outlets, Maybank Express Debit Card Replacement Kiosk (e-Kiosk), promotion of the refreshed M2U app and many more.

Things to experience for the public on 9 - 12 February

Besides that, this year’s event will not only see a world class line up of players such as US Masters reigning Champion Danny Willet, but also offering companion activities including yoga class and boot camp sessions for fitness fanatics and even culinary delights from Michelin Star Chef, Anton Mosimann.

For more information, kindly visit www.maybankchampionship.com.my.


Tech-gadgets among top desired Valentine's Day gifts according to Lazada Malaysia survey

In just a week, it’s gonna be that time of the year once again, are you having trouble of what to get for your special love ones? Well, Lazada Malaysia has recently ran a survey on Malaysian’s purchasing habits on Valentine’s Day, and perhaps not surprisingly, over 50% of Malaysians will actually spend as low as RM50 on gifts. But that’s not all, check out below what else they found out!

A survey done by a majority of middle income earners aged between 26 to 40 years old, here are four fun facts of how Malaysians plan their Valentine’s Day!

As mentioned earlier, more than 50% of them are willing to spend from RM50 to RM200 on gifts for their loved ones, while only less than 20% are prepared to splurge and spend above RM200. With the economy going on this year, we are guessing it shows that Malaysians just know how to get around being low budget or try to do something meaningful instead of buying.

Coming in second place, over 40% actually prefers to receive tech-gadgets (smartphones *coughs*) instead of the traditional flowers and chocolates. On the other hand, 35% of the respondents wants fashion items, intriguing.

Moving on, it’s quite interesting to note that more than 40% are swayed by online advertisements before buying any gifts. This also means that many of us will spend our time researching online on what to do or get for Valentine’s Day. Who knew online advertisements can be that effective?

Lastly, as staying true to the Malaysian spirit, more than 50% are last minute shoppers! Within a week before Valentine’s Day, we shoppers will scramble to search for gifts due to our busy lifestyles and 15% would actually purchase the gifts on the day itself! I guess aside from “What do you want to eat?”, we do the same for Valentine’s Day as the “no-idea” attitude (lol).

That being said, Lazada Malaysia has already started their Valentine’s Day sales now until 14 February 2017. So do drop by and check out their discounted prices of up to 80%! If you happen to be in the singles club, you can also pamper yourself or give a gift to your fellow single friends with a unique  and fun gifts such as ‘Grow Your Own Boyfriend’ and OH Boyfriend Arm Funny Soft Cushion, they look really comfy.

Stay tuned for more Lazada news at Technave.com.


Tech-geek shows it's possible to make your own smartphone

Do you think it’s possible to build your own smartphone? You’d be surprised to know the answer is yes. YouTube Scotty Allen recently went on a quest to prove it and made his own Apple iPhone 6s with spare parts around China.

In this lengthy 24 minutes video, it was filmed in a documentary style giving us a new perspective on the street vendors in China selling spare parts illegally. It literally has almost everything, displays, screws, even logos. Setting up the logic board was the most difficult part, as Scotty struggled to assemble the multiple small chips in order, he then decided to go and get a completed logic board the rest is history.

Before you tech geeks get all excited about making your own, keep in mind that Scotty said he had spent over $1000 in his journey, but for the iPhone 6s parts that weren’t broken was around $300 which is about RM1323 more or less. Anyway, have a look at the video if you have the time.


Tech gifts for the holidays with Tech Kakis

While not all Malaysians are buying gifts next month, quite a few of us will be trying to think of what to get for our loved ones. In a discussion amongst ourselves and other techies at the Tech Kaki's discussion show in collaboration with KL Gadget Guy and Nasi Lemak Tech, we've listed down some tech gifts which we think would bring a little light to the lives of those who receive it. Check it out below:ASUS PadFone SWithout a doubt, the ASUS PadFone S lives up to it's super smartphone billing. This includes one of the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processors, 4G LTE connectivity, a 5-inch full HD 1080p display and a 13MP rear camera with dedicated image signal processing chip. Features wise, this is one of the few smartphones below RM1K that can record 4K and slow-motion video and thanks to the ASUS PixelMaster technology it can also very good low-light shots as well. Retailing at just RM899 for the smartphone, it is one of the best bang-for-your-buck smartphones in the market. Already, the retail price has dropped down to RM840 at certain other third-party sellers so we expect stock to be rather limited. This means if you find it, get it quick, or someone else will. In addition, the PadFone S easily powers the PadFone S Station 9-inch display tablet dock, so much so that it can even handle heavy duty gaming as well.

The ASUS PadFone S and PadFone S Station tablet in action

Apple iPad mini 2Granted, the Apple iPad mini 2 is a previous generation tablet, but for all intents and purposes it is more or less on par with the newer Apple iPad mini 3. This is because it is using the same A7 processor, the same thin bezel design and the same easy to use Apple iOS all for just RM969. You can see the full details about why we say that this is the Apple iPad mini tablet to get in our comparison article, but it should make an excellent gift for the children and tech-inclined adults in your life. The main advantage of nearly all Apple devices is that you get all the latest games and apps first, and they are guaranteed to work well. The iPad mini 2 is readily available at the Apple store and authorized Machines stores here in Malaysia but if you're willing to wait for the online store, you can get a special engraving done as well. However, like all Apple products, there is no expandable memory, so if you have a little extra, we do recommend you get the larger storage sized variants.

Huawei Ascend P7The Huawei Ascend P7 may seem like an odd choice for us, but it is one of the closest Android smartphones we think that can match up to the Apple iPhone 6. At 6.5mm thin and 124g, the Ascend P7 is both thinner and lighter than the iPhone 6 and in it's own way, is a very beautiful smartphone. For a more detailed comparison do check out our Huawei Ascend P7 vs Apple iPhone 6 comparison tool. The Ascend P7 gives off a premium feel without feeling like a toy and should be a perfect gift for your older friends and relatives who regularly complain about their smartphones being too heavy to use. It isn't a slouch in performance either as the 8MP front camera guarantees good selfie shots with the grand kids and the full HD 5-inch display offers very clear visuals. The only downside is that the pricing is above RM1K with a retail price at RM1499 but this price has dropped significantly, so much so that you can get one for around RM1199 at the right shop. For more details check out the full Huawei Ascend P7 review.

Check out the full Tech Kaki episode below:


Tech spec, price and promo image of the realme Q2 may have been leaked

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that the tech specs, promo image, and price of the realme Q2 may have been leaked which gives us a better idea on what to expect when it is officially unveiled. With that said, it is unfortunate that we do not have any information in regards to the Malaysia release date, so you might want to stay tuned for that.

In terms of the tech specs, our source mentioned that the aforementioned smartphone comes equipped with a Dimensity 800U chipset, up to 8GB RAM, up to 256GB ROM up to 120Hz display, as well as a 5000mAh internal battery that supports up to 30W fast charging. Camera-wise, it might have a 48MP + 8MP + 2MP rear camera while the front has a 16MP front-facing selfie camera.

As for the pricing, it is expected to be priced at around RMB1299 (~RM800), which is not too shabby considering the hardware and performance you’ll be getting. With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that realme has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Would you be interested in getting the realme Q2 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Tech specs and colours of the iPhone 12 series might have been leaked

It seems that a bunch of tech specs, as well as the colour for the iPhone 12 series, has been leaked by a Weibo user, detailing what to expect when the smartphone is officially unveiled in the near future. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, we do know that it will most likely be available locally a few weeks after the global unveiling.

As for the leaks, it seems that the iPhone 12 Mini will be available in black, white, red, blue, as well as green colour. Not only that, it’ll have up to 256GB ROM, dual camera setup in the rear consisting of a wide-angle and ultra-wide angle lens starting from the price of 699USD (~RM2892).

As for the iPhone 12, largely the same colours and storage as the iPhone 12 Mini, except it comes with Dolby Vision video recording and it’s priced more expensive at 799USD (~RM3306). Last but not least, the iPhone 12 Pro, and the iPhone 12 Pro Max, comes with up to 512GB internal storage, and they’re priced at 999USD (~RM4133) and 1099USD (~RM4547) respectively.

The difference between both the Pro, and the Pro Max, would be camera as the Pro comes with up to 4x optical zoom while the Pro Max is capable of achieving up to 5x optical zoom. With all that said, what are your thoughts so far on the tech specs of the iPhone 12 series? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Tech specs and design of regarding the OnePlus Watch might have been spotted

Twitter user @stufflistings recently tweeted on the user’s Twitter account, showcasing the tech specs of the upcoming OnePlus Watch, giving us a better idea of what to expect when it is available in the global market. But that’s not all, there are also a bunch of images showcasing the overall design of the product as well.

Based on the tweet, it seems that the OnePlus Watch is expected to come equipped with a 1.39-inch 454 x 454 pixel 2.5D display, 402mAh internal battery, IP68 water and dust resistant and up to 5ATM support. 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.

OnePlus Watch: some more details:A Power button, a function buttonMicrophone will supportedSpeaker will be supportedLinear motor for vibrationiOS devices won't be supported#OnePlus #OnePlusWatch #OnePlus9Series https://t.co/CXo9kr4Fnk pic.twitter.com/AvSPQD6a4k

1.39-inch, 454 x 454 HD AMOLED panel, 2.5D glass, 326 PPI402mAh battery, 5 days sleep blood oxygen monitoring, 25 hours continuous exercise with GPS, 5ATM IP68Cobalt Limited Edition will feature a special vegan leather strap#OnePlus #OnePlusWatch https://t.co/ahRKcCmUCg

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


Tech specs and design of the Samsung Galaxy A82 leaked

Last month, Samsung has launched the Galaxy A series smartphones which are the Galaxy A32 series, Galaxy A52 series, and Galaxy A72. Here, we found a rumour that the company is working on a new device - the Galaxy A82.

According to the leaker, he tweeted a picture and info on his Twitter which got it from the Google Play Console. The device might feature a Snapdragon 860 chipset, 6GB of RAM, 1080p resolution, and running Android 11.

Samsung Galaxy A82 visits Google Play Console. Key specifications revealed.Android 116GB RAMSD855+#Samsung #SamsungGalaxyA82 pic.twitter.com/NXEX5Y9pPE

This is just a leak, so why not just take it with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Well, let us just sit back, relax, and wait for the official announcement. Are you excited about the Galaxy A82? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Tech specs and design of the iPhone 12 Pro Max leaked and it comes with A14 Bionic and 6GB RAM

Based on a statement by mydrivers.com, it seems that the tech specs and design of the iPhone 12 Pro Max may have been leaked, giving us a better idea of what to expect when it officially unveiled in the near future. While not much is officially known about the smartphone in question, we do know that it will most likely be the most expensive iPhone 12 variant in the series.

In terms of the tech specs, the iPhone 12 Pro Max will come equipped with an A14 Bionic chipset, up to 6GB RAM, up to 512GB internal storage, and a 6.7-inch display. Camera-wise, it will have a 12MP + 12MP + 12MP + ToF camera while the front will come with a 12MP selfie camera.

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

Would you be interested in getting the iPhone 12 Pro Max as soon as it is available in the Malaysian market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Tech specs and features of the OnePlus Buds Z2 spotted

A few weeks ago, we had spotted the render images of the OnePlus Buds Z2. Today, we found the new tech specs leaks of the TWS and it may come with longer battery life.

According to sources, the earbuds could stay up to 7 hours and the total music playback time including the charging case will be 38 hours which is double the 20 hours of the previous model. A 10 minutes quick charge can provide up to 5 hours of music playback as well.

Besides that, the earbuds may come in two colour variants which are Black and White. It also might sport an Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), IP55 rated, Bluetooth 5.2, and Dolby Atmos which was absent from the previous model.

These are just leaks, why not just take them with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Are you looking forward to the OnePlus Buds Z2? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Apple Watch Dock is official for $79 (RM343.85)

Well that escalated quickly, just yesterday there was a rumour of the Apple Watch Dock for charging purposes. Now it’s official and it’s on Apple’s website for $79 (RM343.85).

The dock can charge your Apple Watch in two positions; either laying it flat or on its side. It also uses the same inductive charging connector so any smartwatch model and size can be charged. Keep note that if you choose to charge it by its side, the smartwatch enters Nightstand mode, which can be used as your alarm.

Customers who have ordered it can have the device the next day (fast shipping) or three days later (slower shipping), but that’s only applicable for the US. We are sure the Apple Watch Dock will be available soon in Malaysia, so fret not.


Tech specs and photo of Xiaomi 12 Pro leaked ahead of launch

As you may know, the Xiaomi 12 series will be unveiled tomorrow. It's set to become the second flagship series to launch with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset, and the company has been uploading teasers on specs and features recently. But this latest leak reveals most of the Pro variant's features, except for the price.

A leak on Weibo revealed that the Xiaomi 12 Pro will be available in black, blue, green, and purple colours. It also claimed that the phone will have a 4600mAh battery, 120W fast charging, and a 'Peng Pai' P1 chip to handle the charging. Besides that, the phone is expected to have a liquid-cooled vapour chamber, enhanced WiFi 6 connectivity, and Harman Kardon quad-speakers.

Moreover, the device is already available in stores in China, as real photos have begun to show up online. Based on the images (via ITHome), the Xiaomi 12 Pro has a slightly wider camera module. Also, the green variant (looks grey in the picture) and blue variants seem to have a matte finishing for the back cover.

As for the price, we'll probably have to wait for the official launch tomorrow to find out. What do you think of the new flagship series so far? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for our launch report!