Samsung's 24-inch Curved Monitor (2016) now in 11street and Lazada

Samsung Malaysia Electronics is proud to unveil its Curved Monitor for your PC, delivering the ultimate viewing experience for work and play. The Curved Monitor features a 24-inch screen with vibrant and superior picture quality, immersive viewing experience thanks to the curved slim design, and also an enhanced gaming experience.

The Curved Monitor is equipped with the best-in-class contrast ratio of 3000:1 that ensures sharper detail with clear visibility in the darkest and brightest of scenes, users will also be glad to know that the monitor has eco-saving technology too, reducing energy consumption by up to 10%, and a useful eye-saver mode that gives off low blue light to ease the user's eyes.

With the deep screen curve design of 11.9mm (panel) only, it allows the user to track effortlessly across the screen, giving an enhanced depth perception while giving more comfort in viewing experience for on-screen immersion, picture quality and entertainment. For example, Game Mode instantly adjusts the monitor setting through the on-screen display, improving darkness of the picture to reveal all details of action vividly. Its 4ms Response Time also helps minimize blur, judder, and ghosting on-screen movement.

“At Samsung, we pride ourselves for creating great innovations for our consumers. Millennials are indulging in diverse multimedia entertainment more than ever before and as a leading technology brand, we want to provide the very best of viewing experience that is both immersive and comfortable,” said Jimmy Tan, Head of Consumer Electronics Business of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Samsung is collaborating with online platforms 11street and Lazada to offer great deals and added value on the latest curved monitor. From now until 31 August 2016, both 11street and Lazada are offering discounts of up 33% along with a free Samsung printer worth RM330 for every purchase of the latest 24-inch Curved Monitor.

For more product information, please visit www.samsung.com/my.


Samsung's Bixby is now officially available around the world including Malaysia

While we anticipatedly wait for the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 reveal tonight, Samsung Electronics has just announced that its Bixby is now available globally in more than 200 countries and regions worldwide, such as the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, South Africa, and yes, Malaysia. It's about time!

Of course, Bixby will still only understand English and Korean. We expect that it will probably have a hard time understanding your Malaysian accent, dialects and expressions just like Siri. However, it's said that Bixy will "continuously improve its ability to interpret regional dialects, but since Bixby learns more frequently used command terms more quickly, it will take more time for Bixby to fully understand regional dialects that are used less frequently."

On top of that, Galaxy S8 and S8+ users should be able to personalize and be more productive with Bixby more than ever via Quick Commands, which allows you to make your own customized voice command. For example, you can say "good night" as a shortcut for "Turn on Do-not-disturb mode, set an alarm for 6:00 AM and turn on blue light filter". It is also able to understand cross-app commands like "send the picture just taken to Mom," and so on.

Samsung will continue to expand and improve Bixby's voice capabilities to additional countries, languages, devices, features and third-party applications. And just in case you forgot how to activate it, simply just press the dedicated Bixby button or say "Hi, Bixby."  For more information on Bixby, kindly visit their tutorial "How to get more done in your day with Bixby" here and stay tuned for the official Note 8 announcement tonight!


Samsung's Bixby now understands Mandarin in for Galaxy S8, S8+ and Note8 owners

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is excited to announce that Mandarin is now available in Bixby's voice library. Now all Galaxy S8, S8+ and Note8 Malaysian owners can experience this new language addition, thanks to the support and strong interests of the Mandarin Chinese speaking community in Malaysia.

With this, Chinese Malaysian can now command Bixby to do certain tasks, such as saying “dă kāi xiàng jī (打开相机)” and Bixby will do the honours of opening up the camera app. Aside from that, they can now use Mandarin in Reminder and Vision, as well as selected native apps by Samsung, Bixby Lab and other third parties. Via Mandarin Chinese, existing Malaysian users will be able to smoothly switch from voice command, to touch, to text, and back to voice in their own comfortable language.

“We at Samsung believe this is a significant step forward in allowing our consumers do and achieve things in a more comfortable and convenient way, as Mandarin is the mother tongue and first language of many Malaysians. We are confident that now, many more users of these devices will be able to fully experience Bixby as it was meant to be experienced,” said Mr Liew.

For more information, visit what else can Bixby do at its official website here and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung's Exynos 1080 5G chipset teaser video spotted. Here's what to expect.

Samsung has recently posted an Exynos 1080 5G chipset teaser video on YouTube, giving us a rundown on what the chipset is capable of, as well as what kind of performance to expect from future Samsung smartphones. While not much is officially known in regards to which smartphone will come with the aforementioned chipset, we have good reason to believe that the next generation Samsung Galaxy S21 series will come equipped with it.

Based on the teaser video, the Exynos 1080 5G is capable of achieving up to 5.1Gbps network speeds, an NPU, Mali-G78 GPU, and HDR10+ support. Surprisingly, the video also hinted that it supports 144Hz at resolutions of up to FHD+ only, which is weird considering the fact that there are other smartphones that are capable of achieving 120Hz or higher at much higher resolutions.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the Exynos 1080 5G chipset for now? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung's Exynos 1080 chipset debuted today with vivo announced as strategic partner

After hearing several rumours, Samsung's first 5nm chipset Exynos 1080 has finally debuted in China today. Not only that, it looks like the rumour saying that the vivo X60 will become the first device to have it might also come true, as the company has announced vivo as the strategic partner for the chipset. Now, let's come find out how powerful is the new Exynos 1080!

The 5nm Samsung Exynos 1080 chipset uses a new CPU architecture core as well as the 1 + 3 + 4 architecture. It includes one 2.8GHz A78 large core for peak performance, three 2.6GHz A78 cores for balanced processing, and four 2.0GHz A55 medium cores for efficiency. The latest chipset has no doubt integrated with millimeter-wave dual-mode 5G as well for the standard today. It is mentioned that its single-core performance has been increased by 50% while the multi-core performance increased nearly twice.

For photography, the chipset can support up to 200MP sensor and up to 6 cameras. The manufacturer has also adopted artificial intelligence into the image signal processor (ISP) for high performance. When it comes to video-recording, it supports traditional 10-bit color shooting and the ability to directly edit HDR10+ videos.

The Exynos 1080 uses the Mali-G78 GPU from ARM for graphics processing. Under the Manhattan v3 standard, the overall GPU performance has been increased by 2.3 times. Lastly, the exclusive development of the Amigo power distribution program will also ensure a high-performance gaming experience.

Let us know what you think about the new 5nm Exynos chipset on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech news.


Samsung's Exynos 2100 chipset announced. Supports 5G, up to 200MP, capable of decoding 8K video and more.

Samsung has officially unveiled the brand new Exynos 2100 chipset during their live virtual event which took place earlier today. The chipset is one of the first from Samsung to be manufactured using the 5nm extreme ultra-violet process node, which not only makes it much more power-efficient, but it also comes with improved performance.

To give a comparison, Samsung claims that the Exynos 2100 is about 10% faster and about 20% more efficient compared to their 7nm chipset. Furthermore, the new chipset comes equipped with 8 cores consisting of a 2.9Ghz Cortex-X1, 3 Cortex-A78, as well as 4 Cortex-A55 cores it can intelligently swap around in order to get maximum power efficiency while maintaining the highest performance possible.

In terms of graphics, it has a Mali-G78 GPU with improved graphics processing performance by up to 40%. Not only that but the aforementioned chipset is also capable of supporting camera sensors with resolutions of up to 200MP and up to 6 cameras simultaneously.

Last but not least, it also has a 5G modem that supports sub-6Ghz as well as mmWave spectrums and it’s capable of achieving up to 7.35Gbps download speeds. With all that said, what are your thoughts on Samsung’s new Exynos 2100 chipset? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung's Exynos 2100 chipset has similar performance as the Snapdragon 888 chipset?

Based on a statement by @UniverseIce on Twitter, it seems that Samsung’s upcoming chipset which is the Exynos 2100 will most likely come with similar performance as Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chipset based on the results from Geekbench. To go into more detail, it seems that the aforementioned Exynos chipset scored 1089 points in single-core performance and 3963 points on multi-core performance while the Snapdragon chipset scored 1103 points and 3785 points respectively.

While not much is known in regards to which smartphone will come equipped with the Exynos 2100, we have good reason to believe that it will most likely be available on the upcoming Galaxy S21 series, as well as on Samsung’s foldable smartphones. However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Yes #Exynos_is_back ！ pic.twitter.com/xH2F8LgllM

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 Exynos 2100 chipset and its performance so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung’s Flex Hybrid display will unfold and slide out at CES 2023 and more

On top of all the high-end monitors, Samsung says that they’ll also be showing off their Flex Hybrid display at CES 2023. Combining a foldable display that unfolds to a 10.5-inch display with a slide-out display that becomes a larger 12.4-inch screen, the device is targeted as a prototype for future laptops.

The Flex Hybrid will offer a 4:3 aspect ratio when unfolded into the 10.5-inch display mode. When it slides out all the way to a 12.4-inch screen it will offer a 16:10 aspect ratio, so you can choose between widescreen or normal viewing.

Previously, Samsung showed off their similar 17-inch Slidable Flex Duet display at Intel Innovation 2022 showcasing this sliding display tech. The Slidable Flex Duet was initially a 13 to 14 inch display that expanded into a 17-inch large screen slidable display.

Other interesting Samsung Display tech could include the AD-OLED 2023 for 77-inch, 65-inch, 55-inch, 49-inch and 34-inch displays. The new OLED HyperEfficient EL material is set to improve color brightness to more than 2000 nits while also reducing power consumption.

There’s also the New Digital Cockpit, so that truck drivers and other vehicle operators can WFH instead of actually being in their vehicle. Which Samsung Display tech caught your eye? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple 5G modem could be available on 2023 iPhones

Last week, there was a rumour that the new iPhone SE next year. The device is not only expected to feature an upgraded chipset but also 5G support. Now, there's a rumour claiming that the 5G modem could be developed by Apple itself.

According to MacRumors, multiple sources have claimed that all of Apple's iPhones in 2023 will use its new 5G modem. That's not too surprising, as the company bought over Intel's mobile modem business back in 2019. Anyway, Apple's 5G modem is expected to support the sub-6GHz and mmWave bands.

Interestingly, an agreement between Apple and Qualcomm last year contradicts the rumour. The agreement states that Apple will have to launch some of its products with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 5G modems up to the year 2024. Of course, the word 'some' was emphasised, so Apple could still launch certain models with its own 5G modem.

Mind you, this is highly speculative. But what do you think, would there be any significant difference between the two companies' 5G modem? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Samsung's Galaxy A34 5G and Galaxy A54 5G could be the reliable companions you need, here's why

When it comes to mobile devices, most people are attracted by the shiny new flagships. But Malaysia is a country of budget-conscious people, so a product's value is also of utmost importance. It's why mid-range devices are so popular here, but also means we're spoiled for choice.

Having said that, the Galaxy A series devices from Samsung are among the best options available, in our opinion. They look good, deliver great features, and have extra value in other areas. For the new Galaxy A series devices launched this month, that extra value is a 5+4+2 combo. Today, we'll tell you why this combo makes the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G and Galaxy A54 5G the reliable smartphone companions you need.

First of all, what's the '5'? As the subtitle says, it's the security updates. Many smartphones only get 2-3 years of security updates, but the Galaxy A34 5G and Galaxy A54 5G get to enjoy up to 5 years of security updates. You'll also be covered by Samsung's security platform - Samsung Knox.

For your info, the Samsung Knox now has a new security dashboard that shows the overall security status of your Samsung device. It also allows you to choose which apps can access your data. Another handy feature is Private Share, which gives you more control over shared files. You can even set a time limit for a shared file (like WeTransfer) or disable screenshots, so third-party users can't reveal what's available in your folder.

Overall, having up to 5 years of security updates means that your phone will be safer for a longer time. If you keep work documents on your phone or want to use them to manage your organisation (via a third-party app), you'll want these security updates to keep your data safe.

But while security updates are essential, so are software updates. Android updates are intended to patch errors or bugs within the operating system and often come with various improvements. In other words, having more updates is better. The number '4' in the combination is related to this type of update.

Well, for the Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G, Samsung has promised not 1, not 2, not 3, but 4 times of Android OS updates. Both devices run on Android 13, which means you're guaranteed to get the Android 17 update about 4 years later.

This is great news for those who prefer keeping your phone for the long term. If you buy one of the two new Samsung mid-range phones, you'll get access to the latest Android features for many years to come. This is the kind of reliable partner you need by your side!

One UI updates could bring new features to the table

Finally, we come to the number '2', which is related to warranty. A factor that makes the Galaxy A34 5G and Galaxy A34 5G great smartphones has to be the warranty. While this is an age of people cycling through new phones yearly, that doesn't mean we're all like that.

A 1-year warranty is often not good enough. With that in mind, Samsung is offering a longer warranty period for the two new phones, so you can feel more confident about getting them. Specifically, a 2-year warranty! This is a 2-year warranty consisting of the standard 1-year warranty and a 1-year extension.

Unlike most phones, the Galaxy A34 5G and Galaxy A54 5G have a 2-year warranty

As you can see, there are some things that some people might not care about but remain important. Want a longer-lasting phone that'll stay secure and offer great overall value? Then Samsung's Galaxy A34 5G and Galaxy A54 5G are options you should consider. You can grab them now for RM1599 and RM1899 at the respective links below.

With that said, what do you think about Samsung's latest powerhouse mid-range smartphones? Let us know down in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more articles like this.


Samsung's Galaxy M41 has been cancelled due to third-party display issues

Based on a statement by thelec.kr, it seems that Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy M41 smartphone has been cancelled due to issues from third-party displays. With that said, it is highly unlikely Samsung plans to work on the M41 and allocate more focus on the Galaxy M51 instead.

The discontinued smartphone would have been the first smartphone from Samsung to use a third-party display, likely due to the fact that they are much more affordable compared to their own displays. There is no official information on whether Samsung will continue working with the same third-party display supplier or whether they will seek out a new provider.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Samsung discontinuing development for the Galaxy M41? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung's Galaxy Note 10+ 45w charger and AKG noise-cancelling earphones starts from ~RM177

A statement made by Ice Universe on Twitter, mentioned that the Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ 45w fast charger will start from RMB299(~RM177). In addition to that, the AKG noise-cancelling earphones which is able to block out up to 98% of ambient sound was also present in the Samsung training manual and it's priced at RMB499(~RM296).

Judging by the lack of a USB Type-C port on the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series, the AKG noise-cancelling earphones will feature a USB Type-C connector instead of the usual 3.5mm audio jack. With that all being said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as the information presented could be altered by Samsung at any time.

Not only that, there is no official information such as the Malaysia release date as well as the pricing of the accessories mentioned above. Would you be interested in owning either the 45w fast charger or AKG noise-cancelling earphones? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked date confirmed on 9 February 2022

It's official, Samsung has announced the next Galaxy Unpacked 2022 event and it will launch on 9 February 2022. In Malaysia's time zone, the live stream will begin at 11 PM on Wednesday. You can catch it live on samsung.com/my, Samsung Malaysia YouTube, Samsung Malaysia Facebook and news.samsung.com/my/.

On top of that, Samsung Malaysia has also posted the pre-registration page where you can sign up your interest in the Galaxy S22 series. From now until the 9th of February 2022, you will receive a Samsung e-voucher worth RM200 after you pre-order the next Galaxy device. We aren't sure what is the price tag yet but it's nice to have such an early voucher.

Under the theme, The Epic Standard, many rumours and speculations about the Galaxy S22 series are quite bombastic. We won't be surprised if the phones turn out to be exactly what they look like in the leaks, particularly the rumoured Galaxy S22 Ultra + Galaxy Note hybrid that could be the 'noteworthy' smartphone that Samsung was trying to tease. We shall see.

Are you excited about the next Galaxy Unpacked? Let us know in the comments below and do stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung's Galaxy W21 5G quad-fold smartphone to be unveiled in China at ~RM12506

It seems that Samsung recently unveiled the Samsung Galaxy W21 5G smartphone, which is a quad-fold smartphone in China at the price of RMB19999 (~RM12506). Unfortunately, there is no official information in regards to the price, as well as whether the aforementioned smartphone will be available outside of China.

In terms of the tech specs, the Galaxy W21 5G comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset, 12GB RAM, 512GB ROM, 7.6-inch Dynamic AMOLED 120Hz display, 6.2-inch display when folded, as well as a 4500mAh internal battery which supports fast charging. Camera-wise, the phone has a 12MP + 12MP + 12MP camera module while the front has a 10MP selfie camera.

What? Samsung W21 is actually bigger than Fold2! pic.twitter.com/IIk1mxAI04

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the Samsung Galaxy W21 5G smartphone? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung's Galaxy Watch 4 and Watch Active 4 equipped with Wear OS launching on August 2021?

It seems that a report by m.mt.co.kr seems to hint that Samsung will be unveiling the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4, as well as the Watch Active 4, during their launch event which will take place in August 2021. But that’s not all, it seems that the smartwatches mentioned will also come equipped with Google’s Wear OS pre-installed.

The reason for the switch to Wear OS is largely due to the fact that Samsung’s Tizen OS does not seem to have a large enough market for developers to make apps for the operating system. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the 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 new Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 or Watch Active 4 as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip production plant in the city of Gumi was shut down due to the coronavirus outbreak!

Coronavirus has been wide spreaded since December last year which did not just affect the tourism industry but also the global technology industry. As most retail and production site got shut down temporary due to the virus, it disrupts the worldwide supply chain. Today, it has impacted Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip.

According to the source, the production factory of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip got shut down over the weekend after an employee was tested positive for the pneumonia-like illness. The site is situated in the city Gumi, South Korea, and the infected employee was in charge of the wireless division in the production. Sammobile mentioned the shutdown’s impact is expected to be minimal and the factory should reopen by Monday.

Samsung is not the only smartphone maker that got affected by the virus as it has led to the cancelation of the Mobile World Conference and Facebook’s March marketing summit in San Francisco. Besides, Apple also said that it may miss the quarterly revenue guidance it gave last month due to the decreasing production capabilities and demands from Chinese consumers inside China.

With that said, do keep an eye on your personal hygiene and pockets due to the tight economic constraints at this period of time. But did it affect your daily routines? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more news updates on TechNave.com!


Samsung’s Gear S2 movement takes off with 100 celebrities and media

Mr. Lee Jui Siang (middle, glasses), Vice President of Mobile, IT and Digital Imaging of Samsung Malaysia Electronics, with Samsung staff, and the rest of the fitness enthusiasts

Samsung have been promoting their latest smartwatch - the Samsung Gear S2 for some time now but not quite like yesterday (26 November), when they held a fitness challenge movement for celebrities and media in Jatomi Fitness. The purpose of the event was to demonstrate the device’s capability and functionality in fitness tracking activities.

“Wearable technology is one of the most exciting developments in the consumer electronics industry, not to mention a fast-growing fitness trend among consumers. With the Gear S2, we want to encourage people to gear up in making their health and fitness more achievable. This is an opportune moment to introduce a gear that will help wearers achieve their goals - both in and out of the gym!” said Mr. Lee Jui Siang, Vice President of Mobile, IT and Digital Imaging of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

“Apart from functionality, design and style are equally as important to us at Samsung. The newest and most striking feature about our gear this time around is its circular face and its rotating bezel. To see your current fitness status, it is as simple as rotating the bezel. You can also set daily targets and dial up an app from a wheel of app icons to access notifications from your mobile device.” added Mr. Lee.

The Gear S2 is currently available on sale nationwide today, starting with a retail price of RM1399 (sport version) and RM1599 (classic version). It will be offered in Dark Gray, Silver White and Black (black for classic only), the straps are changeable as well. To learn more about the Gear S2, visit either one of these links to get yourself started:-


Samsung's NEON is going to bring artificial humans to life at CES 2020

NEON is the word you might have come across if you have been paying attention to this Samsung’s mysterious project. Since the teasers came out, people are already being excited over the ‘artificial human’ project that Samsung is going to reveal more at CES 2020 in less than 48 hours. For now, let’s take a look at where NEON is heading and how it’s going to live up to the hype.

NEON is led by Samsung’s former senior vice president to build artificial intelligence (AI) that has not just one, but multiple human figures. It is also said that the ‘artificial humans’ are graphics that are generated by a computer, which could be used for entertainment and business purposes such as actors or receptionists.

Flying to CES tomorrow, and the code is finally working :) Ready to demo CORE R3. It can now autonomously create new expressions, new movements, new dialog (even in Hindi), completely different from the original captured data. pic.twitter.com/EPAJJrLyjd

Other than that, a new technology named Core R3 has been revealed as the core of the project as well. The Core R3 is able to autonomously create new expressions, new movements and even new dialog (even in Hindi), that are completely different from the original captured data.

Mistry has mentioned in a recent interview that digital human is actually going to be major in the 2020s. One of the reasons is digital human could extend its role to become a part of our everyday lives. Things like a virtual new anchor, a virtual receptionist, and even an AI-generated film star are possible to happen in the future, not only in sci-fi movies.

Let us know what you think about this artificial human technology by Samsung on our Facebook page! For more cool tech news, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung’s "Nanum Village" initiative - Bringing hope for tomorrow

A total of 51 Samsung employees and their partners volunteered to be a part of the Samsung Nanum Village II initiative at Kg Tual

At the end of September, it was a memorable experience for the community in Kg Tual, Pos Sinderut, Kuala Lipis, Pahang – for receiving solar panels and other domestic items as part of Samsung Malaysia Electronics’ second ‘Nanum Village’ initiative. This is part of the company's Corporate Citizenship initiative which is to improve the livelihood of the indigenous people by providing convenient services and utilities.

Led by Dato’ Roh Jae Yeol, Director of Corporate Affairs (2nd from left), the Nanum Village initiative aims to improve the livelihood of the underserved by providing services and utilities that can ease their daily routines

“’Nanum’ means sharing in Korean. We at Samsung believe in our responsibility of sharing and sustaining social development and supporting communities around the world. With the tagline “Hope for Tomorrow” at the heart of the Samsung Nanum Village II 2016 initiative, we sincerely hope that our efforts will make a change in the lives of the locals of Kg Tual in the long run. We will also continue with such initiatives to promote sustainable social development and support communities around Malaysia,” said Mr. Lee Sang Hoon, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

The Samsung Nanum Village II initiative was a joint effort with the Public Sector, Ministry of Higher Education via Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM) and solar panel manufacturer Hanwha Q-Cells. Overall, a total of 24 solar panels were contributed to Pusat Didikan Komuniti (PDK) of Kg Tual to generate 10kWh of electricity and help the community improve their socio-economic status by upgrading their electricity supply. In addition, Samsung also donated stationary sets and Samsung tablets equipped with English learning content for their school.

A total of 51 Samsung employees and their partners, led by Dato’ Roh Jae Yeol, Director of Corporate Affairs, volunteered to visit the village to share their love and care to the community. Among the fun activities done with the locals as part of the one-day program included tree planting, simple English classes, sand art activity, telematch games, signage installation and a tooth brushing activity with the children for health awareness.

Volunteers of the Samsung Nanum Village initiative took part in fun activities with the locals, including simple English classes using Samsung tablets

Other items donated included lights and fans which were installed in the community centre, sports equipment, and food and body care products to each family, estimated to be 100 families.

The Samsung Nanum Village program was initiated at Kg Tual last year as part of the brand’s local Corporate Citizenship effort.


Apple 5nm A14 chipset for iPhone 12 series set to go into production in April 2020

The iPhone 12 series could have as many as four new models

Although many companies are said to be facing production issues due to coronavirus, it seems that at least Apple has one thing going right for it. Reports say that TSMC is set to begin mass production of the Apple A14 chipset in April 2020. This means that the chipsets are on schedule and would make it for the launch of the iPhone 12 series later this year.

As reported by MacRumors, the Apple A14 is a new chipset that will be manufactured on a 5nm process. This will allow for a large increase in performance, lower energy consumption, and better thermal efficiency for the device that uses it. The chips being manufactured should make it in time for the launch of the 5G-powered iPhone 12 series, with the official announcement likely sometime in September 2020.

In another news, Apple has also announced that it will be closing down all its retail stores in Italy due to coronavirus, according to Bloomberg. Italy is one of the countries hit hardest by the virus, so Apple has decided to close a total of 17 stores as a necessary precautionary measure. The company has not announced when it will reopen its Italy stores.

The coronavirus pandemic continues to be a huge concern, but fans would be relieved to see that at least the Apple iPhone 12 series may be on track for release. With that said, are you more excited for the iPhone 12 devices or the iPhone 9/SE2 that's rumoured to be coming in 1H 2020? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on Apple.


Samsung's Object Eraser is now available for older devices, not just new flagships

Good news for users of older Samsung smartphones! The Korean tech giant has announced that a photo editing feature made exclusive for the new flagships is now available for older devices. Object Eraser, the feature's name, allows users to erase unwanted objects, shadows, and reflections from a photograph.

The feature works somehow similar to Google Pixel's Magic Eraser. Samsung had introduced its version last year with Galaxy S21 series. After that, flagships launched later, including Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy S22 series, also came with it. Until now, the company is finally making it available for older smartphones, such as Galaxy S10, Galaxy Note 10, and even the Galaxy A52.

If you want to try it out, tap on the pencil icon below an image to open the photo editor. After that, tap on the three-dot menu on the bottom right, and you'll find the Object Eraser. To enable the shadow and reflection eraser, you'll need to go to "Labs" in the same menu.

We're glad that Samsung offers such a useful feature to older devices. What do you think about it? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech news.


Samsung's 'Over the Horizon' has been remade for the upcoming Galaxy S20 series

Every year, Samsung will release a different rendition of its classic ringtone ‘Over the Horizon’ for the launch of its Galaxy S series smartphones. The ringtone has been remade into various music categories including rock, pop and orchestra. This year, it is no different. Ahead of the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S20 series, Samsung unveiled the acoustic-covered ringtone which was inspired by nature.

The new ringtone has been added with subtle sounds of water running and birds chirping, which is accompanied by a nearly 4 minutes long video that was uploaded on YouTube. Also, the sound effects have made the classic ringtone to become new and refreshing again compared to the previous ones.

Last year, the team had also worked with Academy Award-winning composer Steven Price on S10's version of ‘Over the Horizon’. They have filmed the video with a professional freediver Ai Futaki as well off the shores of Sipadan Island in our country (Malaysia Boleh!).

If you’re interested, you can listen to all of the previous versions of ‘Over the Horizon’ by clicking this link. Let us know what you think about this on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more cool tech news.


Samsung’s QLED TV, perfect for any time of the day

Have you ever found yourself watching TV at night and felt that the colours are just not up to your likings? Well with Samsung’s QLED TV, you won’t have to worry about when you watch your favourite dramas because with the QLED advanced technology and optimization, any time of the day is TV time.

Conventional OLED TV’s are great when watched in dark conditions, where they can display accurate blacks and high contrast ratios but when watched in bright environments though, things are a bit different.

Even in pure brightness Samsung’s premium QLED TV provides a contrast level that is twice as high as a conventional OLED TV. In other words, that means the QLED is able to provide a brighter and deeper colour even in bright conditions.

Germany’s highly regarded consumer electronics publication, Video Magazin, awarded Samsung’s QLED TV a rating of 920 on a 1,005-point scale – the highest score it has ever granted. Furthermore, the QLED TV is the first product reviewed by the magazine to receive high marks in all three of its evaluation categories: Innovation, Reference and Highlight. The magazine tests TV products under both bright and dark environments, ranging between 45 to 75 lux.

With a peak brightness of 1,500 to 2,000 nits, the QLED TV can express a perfect 100 percent color volume – a first for any global TV manufacturer. This means that all colors of the DCI-P3 color space can be expressed regardless of differing levels of brightness, ensuring that HDR images can be viewed in the way the content producer intended.

The Samsung QLED TV series can be found at all Samsung Brand Shops and authorized dealers nationwide, right this moment. The prices can be found below:

Wanna know more? Hope on down to their main website to find out.


Samsung's 'Stay Strong Malaysia' campaign extended with exclusive deals and gifts worth up to RM6597

With October coming to an end, Samsung Malaysia is putting out a final call for Malaysians across the nation the last chance to grab exclusive deals from the 'Stay Strong Malaysia' campaign. Depending on selected Samsung products, you will also get complimentary gifts worth up to RM6597.

To recap, if you purchase a selected Samsung Smart Monitor then you will get to bring home a Smart Keyboard Trio 500 worth RM179 (more info here). You can also save up to RM300 if you purchase a 27" Samsung Curved Gaming Monitor at RM1399. This promotion was initially supposed to end at the end of September but it has been extended to 31 October.

For home appliances, you can get a free Microwave Owen worth RM399 when you purchase Samsung Side by Side with Flexzone at the recommended retail price of RM5699. The Flexzone technology can switch between four cooling modes that convert a freezer to a fridge. Thanks to Digital Inverter Technology (DIT), it offers users less energy and minimizes noise.

Finally, there's still the Samsung The Frame Lifestyle TV that comes with a complimentary 3-month Art Store subscription. This subscription is an art platform exclusive that has over 1600 art pieces for The Frame owners. It contains some of the world's best galleries from various artists in both contemporary art and photography works.

For more information on Samsung’s ‘Stay Strong Malaysia’ campaign, you can visit the official website right over here. Stay tuned for more trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


Samsung's The Frame TV will land in Malaysia on 15 August 2017 starting from RM9999

(L-R) Vincent Lee, Head of Audio Visual, Samsung Malaysia Electronics; Jimmy Tan, Head of Consumer Electronics Business, Samsung Malaysia Electronics; Lee Sang Hoon, President, Samsung Malaysia Electronics; Elaine Soh, Chief Marketing Officer, Samsung Malaysia Electronics; and Kim Jin Ho, Business Manager of Audio Visual, Samsung Malaysia Electronics

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronic is proud to unveil The Frame TV at Star Residences, Kuala Lumpur. As the name suggests, The Frame is a baby product of art meets television focusing on design aesthetics for consumers today on their lifestyle and routines. It measures at 55-inch and 65-inch so there are two models, with the price tag of RM9999 and RM14,999 respectively.

Similarly to their latest QLED TV, The Frame is also meant to fit the homeowner's interior decor. From up front, the TV does really look like a picture frame hanging on the wall, thus allowing more space for the surrounding looking neat and tidy thanks to the Invisible Connection (not really invisible, just no cable plugs on sight).

In case you're wondering, the panel is only using a normal LCD screen

That's basically the whole TV's width within the drawn white rectangular box

What's more, when The Frame's display is switched off, it will automatically bring up Art Mode feature. Currently, The Frame has over 100 exclusive art works by 37 renowned designers, the owner can also upload his or her own picture or art design up The Frame via a Samsung app.

Customisable frame options including Walnut, Beige wood and White

Like any television cables, the brightness sensor settings can always be adjusted accordingly to the owner's preference. It's also good to know that it only takes 15 minutes to mount The Frame on the wall with its No Gap Wall-mount feature which is universal.

The Frame TV will officially be on sale on 15 August 2017 in all Samsung concept stores nationwide. For more information on The Frame TV, please visit their official website here.


Samsung's The Sero Smart Lifestyle TV Review - Is this the future of television?

When it comes to shopping for a new television, there are a few factors to consider. For example, which TV screen panel size is best suited for your living room area? Is 4K resolution too much? Can you settle for just an LCD panel? You can read more about it from our #protips here but I digress, you're here cause you want to know what's up with this new vertical TV.

So... yes, the first question that you probably thought was - "Why would anyone get this TV?" That is an excellent question and I think I myself won't be able to convince you to get this, but perhaps the right question to ask is "Who is this TV made for?" and "Is this the future of television?" Let me bring you through the ups and downs of The Sero by Samsung.

Asides from making smartphones, Samsung is also known for manufacturing home appliances as well. Of course, they make and export a ton of TVs globally but never before have we ever thought they would make one that can turn sideways vertically or horizontally. The screen panel measures 43-inches with 3840 x 2160 pixels, there's also a 4.1 channel speaker at the bottom hidden behind the navy blue surface, and the whole TV measures 564.7 x 1200 x 327 mm. For comparison, that's 120 cm tall but that's in horizontal mode (if I can recall correctly - it's around one head short than me in vertical mode and I'm 173 cm tall).

The overall view of The Sero in vertical mode. Fun fact - Sero actually means vertical in Korean

At the bottom here, the 4.1 Ch speakers are hidden behind this navy blue surface

There is a pair of circular stands to make sure the TV stays in place

(L-R) At the back, you can take out the cover and see the cable management setup. Ports include 3x HDMI, 2x USB A and an ANT IN for audio

The remote control, you can use the voice command if you're too lazy to type out the letters one by one

Setting this TV up is no simple task, you can do it alone but it'd be better to have some help. After inserting in the roller stand and plugging in, you can turn it on with the remote control that comes with the box. Like most modern remote controls, Samsung's one is pretty straightforward, there's a dedicated Netflix and Amazon Prime button, as well as the necessary home, play/pause, back, volume and other buttons. Also, since this TV can rotate vertically, there's a dedicated switch button for that too.

Apart from doing the usual sign-in here and there on the smart TV, there's a new twist on that which is The Sero also allows you to sync up with your phone. Yup, you heard me right, after you have paired up with the TV, it will mirror whatever is displayed on your phone! With this in mind, this answered the first question - The Sero is made for the Millenials and Generation Z people who spend a lot of time on their smartphones. Imagine surfing Facebook videos and Instagram on this TV, or even watching people doing challenges on TikTok on the big screen. It may sound stupid to those of us who don't, but for those who do... it just works.

The Sero is best paired with a Galaxy device (One UI 2.5 version and above). Here, we tried using a Galaxy Note20 Ultra

There's a slight latency delay, the phone showed the in-game cinematic scene first before the TV could catch up

However, while you can connect your Android or iPhone to The Sero via Bluetooth, only Samsung Galaxy phones with One UI 2.5 version and above can get the best experience. From my experience, it was fun to scroll through your social feeds (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and others) on the big screen and it was definitely a nice change over looking at just your phone. But even so, there would always be a slight latency delay from the Galaxy phone to the TV especially if the movement is too fast (e.g. - dancing videos, action scenes and so on) so if you have a sharp eye, you'd probably be annoyed by it and may rather watch the content back on your phone. This includes playing mobile games too.

Speaking of playing games, you can connect your gaming console to The Sero as well via HDMI port and this works perfectly. With HDR 10+, 100% Colour Volume with Quantum Dot, 4K resolution and many more perks, gaming on the TV is fun and we think with the setup and size, it's best played in a bedroom or study room instead of a living room. If you're thinking of watching movies or TV shows from your hard drive connected to the TV, I would recommend not to do so because the delay is really bad.

Graphics presentation is good as expected

Colour grading is also great as expected

While watching movies or TV shows on the TV, it's best to place it where there's no strong light reflection

Watching Netflix is also great thanks to the HDR support, although there's some "whiteness" there

Depending on your TV mode setting, the colours can be super contrast

Playing Crash Team Racing on the Nintendo Switch!

The Sero can be a perfect fit for a casual office environment too

While it's basically unwatchable from a connected hard drive, there's still Netflix and Amazon Prime which are the go-to streaming services nowadays. As expected, the image quality on The Sero delivers and if you really like customizing the colour filter and modes, you can do so in the settings. There's barely anything to complain about its high 4K resolution, I don't recall seeing any blurred movement from watching anime to movies and if you actually do, it's most likely because of the Internet connection not being able to deliver the streaming speed.

It's not a smooth ride all the way, though. If you're watching a movie in the dark, you would notice some "whiteness" at the top and bottom black bar as well as dark scenes in any movies. This is because the TV screen panel is not using OLED and that's normal, but the fact remains that the TV's slight slanting position actually gives away the "whiteness" a bit more. Thankfully, the sound quality is quite enjoyable. You can turn your room into a mini cinema theatre thanks to the Dolby 5.1 audio system support, and you can also set the TV settings into movie mode (and others). Trust me, it can get cosy with dimmed lights, your blanket and the air-con on full blast when you're at your sofa or bed.

Asides from gaming and watching movies or your TV shows, you can also utilize The Sero as a giant music box in your room. It can be from your phone connected to the TV, or YouTube, as well as both Spotify and Apple Music apps that are pre-installed there. On top of that, there is a wide range of digital clocks, posters, art pieces and others to add some spice to your room. You can also add in your own photos as wallpapers and some images will even follow the song beat which is kinda cool. All these features that I mentioned perfectly fit the Millennial or Gen-Z individual, as customization is heavily featured and they can personalize it for their rooms.

The TV will guide you on how to set up your Spotify account from your phone

A closer look at the pre-installed apps on The Sero

Apple Music and Apple TV are available as well

YouTube app search UI and the menu below

Set up and customize any wallpaper you want

Other kinds of portrait wallpapers available

Overall, I actually did enjoy using The Sero. The rotating screen itself is a major cool factor, plus it has a great visual and sound quality for you to enjoy movies, TV shows, and playing console games, as well as being able to mirror your Galaxy device on the screen. Although there's the issue of latency lag from the Sync Live and unable to play media content from the hard drive, these two are pretty minor if compared to the price which is (drum rolls...) RM6999.

Regarding the target audience that I mentioned previously, I honestly think that while they may prefer it, the huge majority of Millenials and Generation Z people can't afford it. RM6999 is a big sum but I think that with all the features I mentioned above, the price is kind of justified. Yeah, crazy opinion right? But I have to say, this could very well be the future of television. It's an unorthodox move by Samsung which could potentially change the way we watch TVs in the future. After all, the smartphone market is furiously fast due to the market demand and syncing up on a vertical TV like The Sero just makes sense.

This digital fireplace doesn't give any warmth, obviously. But it's a fire GIF so that's pretty cool

It's going to take a long time for us to adapt to watching media content on a vertical TV again, though. At the moment, this kind of product is best placed in your room. I mean, you can put it in a living room, but it would look like a secondary display to the main TV if you have it. But what do you think? Let us know what you really think of this Sero TV in the comments below, and stay tuned for more tech gadget reviews at TechNave.com.

Pros - Rotating screen, satisfactory visual and sound quality, Sync Live with a Galaxy device, compatible with gaming consoles, and pre-installed apps (Netflix, YouTube, Spotify and more) ready at your disposal

Cons - Minor screen latency lag from Sync Live, playing media content from the hard drive is useless, and it's rather pricey

Conclusion - As cool as it may be, it's mainly for a niche market with deep pockets


Samsung's answer to Apple Card is called Samsung Money

Not long ago, Samsung has announced that they will collaborate with personal finance company SoFi to launch a debit card that is tied in with Samsung Pay. The debit card will allow users to manage their finance through the app that is already popular among Samsung devices' users. Today, it has been revealed that the answer to Apple Card (Apple's debit card) will be called Samsung Money, and it will be launching soon later this summer.

With Samsung Money, the debit card program will offer a cash management account and a Samsung Money debit card (Mastercard) issued by The Bancorp Bank. It is also said that there will be no account fees, and having "higher interest" compared to the national average (in the US).

Other than that, the key part of the debit card program is the Samsung Pay app integration. Customers are allowed to apply for the card directly from within the app and start using it before the physical card even arrives. Through the app, they will also have the ability to check the balance, review past purchases, freeze the card, and flag fraudulent purchases. Not to mention that the customers will gain perks as well through purchases with the Samsung Rewards program.

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


Samsung's clamshell foldable for next year will be Galaxy Z Flip 3

A few rumours about the next Galaxy Z Flip have been out in recent weeks, but this recent one has an interesting claim. Allegedly, Samsung could name its next clamshell foldable smartphone for 2021 as the Galaxy Z Flip 3.

Yup, Samsung could 'skip' numbers again. According to Gizmochina, the Galaxy Z Flip 5G is technically the Galaxy Z Flip 2, which is why next year's model will be the Galaxy Z Flip 3. Besides that, several sources have claimed that the phone will have a 120Hz refresh rate for the main display, a much larger outer display, and a 3900mAh battery.

New UTGMuch better durabilityLet's see if these can aged well but basically confirmed what I said before and yesterday Korean media report

In addition to that, a leaker claimed that the Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) used for the Galaxy Z Flip 3 will have higher durability. On top of that, the main 6.9-inch display of the phone will have a less pronounced crease when folded. This suggests that either the folding mechanism or the display panel itself would be improved.

As usual, we can't confirm if the info above is accurate, so try not to take it at face value. With that said, what type of improvements or changes would you like to see in the Galaxy Z Flip 3? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on the phone.


Samsung's executive hints at new rugged Galaxy Watch for upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event

Despite being just a few more days until the Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event, the rumours still wouldn't stop appearing. Today, we have a new one saying that the company has a new smartwatch that doesn't aim to compete with the likes of the Apple Watch, but one of the best Garmin watches.

The rumour sparks from the executive vice president by teasing about Galaxy Watches for people with a "passion for the outdoors" and want to "work towards the best version of themselves." Since it's not clear if it's referring to the Galaxy Watch 5 itself, many pointed out that it could be a rugged version of the Galaxy Watch.

It's worth mentioning that Apple might also have plans to introduce a rugged Apple Watch to the market. As for Samsung, the vice president, TaeJong Jay Yang, stated in a blog post that the Galaxy Watch might not quite meet all the needs of a fitness fanatic. Those who like going outdoors will want something that better withstands a beating and has longer-lasting battery life. Therefore, could the executive be hinting at a new range of Galaxy watches that are perfect for those who need something more durable?

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


Samsung's first dual front camera - Galaxy A8 (2018) & A8+ (2018) available now from RM1799

So not only did we get to see the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018), but the plus variant - Galaxy A8+ (2018) was also revealed and both models will be available today for RM1799 and RM2499 respectively. Those who purchase the phones on 19 - 21 January 2018 will be able to get a free battery powerbank and a 64GB memory card. As the name suggests, the Galaxy A8+ (2018) is the bigger brother and has larger memory, display and battery capacity. We have already shown you our Galaxy A8 (2018) hands-on first impression, now check out the Galaxy A8+ (2018) model below!

Even though the display size difference between this one the Galaxy A8 (2018) is not much, this one feels really big

And yes, both models look exactly the same

The same secondary SIM card slot on the top, as well as the power button and the speaker on the right side

Volume rockers and the first SIM card slot on the left

The free early bird rewards by Samsung Malaysia, limited stocks!

That's all from Samsung Malaysia today, stay tuned for our review of the Galaxy A8 (2018) in the near future at TechNave.com!


Nowadays, many of us own multiple devices. For instance, I have a smartphone that's meant for communication and work, as well as a tablet that's solely for mobile games. Essentially, having separate devices for work and leisure.

This multi-device trend made wireless earphones popular, as we didn't have to constantly plug and unplug them. But with the many models now available, which one should you pick? Here are 4 reasons you should get the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro now.

Why earphones and not headphones? A lightweight audio device is always better, whether it's to listen to music for hours on end or to isolate yourself from your environment during work hours. Thus, earphones are better because they weigh less.

Of all the TWS earphones on the market, the Galaxy Buds2 Pro is easily one of the lightest. Since each earbud weighs just 5.5g, you won't even feel them there. Its overall size is also 15% smaller than its predecessor, which could be a good fit for people with small ears.

You might wonder, "would the Galaxy Buds2 Pro fall out?" Not at all! The smaller size doesn't mean it's more prone to falling out. This is because Samsung has improved the ergonomics and comfort of the Galaxy Buds2 Pro.

The new model was shaped and designed to fit snugly in most ears. The earbuds also have a matte body, providing more grip and making them less likely to slip off. In addition, Samsung has employed an enhanced wind flow technology that reduces ear canal pressure, so you can wear them longer without discomfort.

Of course, sticking earbuds into your ear canals doesn't guarantee total isolation from noisy environments. That's why Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) exists, and the Galaxy Buds2 Pro have great ANC implementation.

For this model, Samsung equipped 3 high Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) microphones to provide better audio tracking. As a result, the Galaxy Buds2 Pro can effectively eliminate environmental noise like the wind. Moreover, it has a Voice Detect feature that automatically enables Ambient Sound, so you can listen to conversations near you without removing the earbuds.

Lastly, a great reason to get the Galaxy Buds2 Pro is its multi-device pairing support. These earphones not only allow you to pair with multiple devices, they can also easily switch connections between multiple paired devices.

Got a phone call while playing a round of PUBG Mobile on your tablet? No problem! The Galaxy Buds2 Pro has an Auto Switch feature that can seamlessly switch the paired connection from your tablet to your smartphone. When you receive an incoming call, you just need to tap on the Galaxy Buds2 Pro twice to take the call. Easy, right?

So, the above reasons are why we recommend getting the Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro. If you want an excellent pair of lightweight wireless earphones with ANC, you can't go wrong with this one. Those interested can visit the Samsung Malaysia website for more details or check out our review here!

Anyway, what do you think about Samsung's most recent TWS earphones? What improvements or new features would you like to see from future models? Please share your comments on our Facebook page, and stay tuned to TechNave for more articles like this.


Apple: 72% of all iPhones have updated to iOS 16

Apple has an excellent track record of software updates for its devices, with many old devices still being supported by the tech giant. The latest iOS 16 and iPadOS 16 operating systems are no exception, as revealed by Apple on its official developer website.

As of 14 February 2023, Apple confirmed that 72 per cent of all iPhones use iOS 16. For iPhones introduced in the last 4 years, the iOS 16 adoption statistic is even more impressive - 81 per cent!

Meanwhile, iPadOS 16 adoption is not as impressive but still really good, with 50 per cent of all iPads running on the latest software. As for iPads introduced in the last 4 years, 53 per cent of them run on iPadOS 16.

Do note that the statistics were measured by Apple by seeing the devices that transacted on the App Store. Hence, there may be some much older iPhones and iPads out there not included in the statistics that are running on older software that is no longer supported by Apple and its App Store.

So, what do you guys think of the adoption statistics of iOS 16 and iPadOS 16? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


Samsung's foldable battery could be in between 3000mAh - 6000mAh

A foldable smartphone? Are you mad? Maybe not for Samsung. This rumour came out last year and died down eventually when all the flagship phones started to come out one by one. Dubbed as the Galaxy X, there are speculations that it will be ready in 2019.

That is of course if we don't see any issues in its mass production for foldable screen panels and batteries. Wait, did I just write foldable battery? Yup and this makes sense if you want a foldable smartphone. According to sources, this new foldable battery power capacity could land in between 3000mAh and 6000mAh and we are hoping it could be the latter. If you take a look at the cover image, that's how the battery looks like and it's developed by Samsung SDI.

On top of that, the Galaxy X could be 7.3-inch wide when opened and 4.5-inch when closed. That's all we know about it for now, but what do you think of a foldable smartphone? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.a


Samsung's four-year security updates policy might not be what you think it is

Samsung has been challenging itself to roll out updates at a more frequent pace and it seems like it's going well. Recently, the Korean tech giant has also announced that its devices will be eligible for four years of security updates, starting from the year that they were released. However, this latest clarification made by Samsung regarding the updates might not be what you wanted all along.

According to the company, it has been confirmed that the devices which are three or four years old would only receive security maintenance releases biannually, which means two security patches in a year. This might not be what the users thought at first but it is better than nothing.

Other than promising four years of updates, Samsung is also making sure that all of its flagship devices launched from 2019 onward will get three years of Android OS updates. It is worth mentioning that some smartphones from the Galaxy A series are eligible to get the updates as well. Therefore, it still sounds good after all as it looks like Samsung does care about customers who bought their devices from the past years.

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


Samsung's future foldable could have an extra LED strip on the hinge

Samsung is currently leading the foldable smartphone business with their latest products like the Galaxy Z Fold 2 and Galaxy Z Flip. Now, it looks like the smartphone manufacturer might be going to bring a new tweak to the design of their next foldable smartphone. It is said because a new patent has surfaced revealing a Samsung foldable device that has an extra LED strip on it.

The patent was filed by Samsung with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in March. It uses the Galaxy Z Fold 2 as a reference and was only approved on 1 October. According to the documents, the strip that is placed on the hinge is comprised of six LED modules. It uses four colours which are red, blue, green, and white to form more combinations. The purpose of it is merely meant for notifications and aesthetics.

Other than that, the source claims that the design probably won't make it into Samsung's next foldable flagship. With the foldable smartphones slowly getting more durable and affordable, it is speculated that Samsung might bring this design to a separate gaming foldable smartphone series.

Let us know what you think about this LED strip on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more interesting smartphone news.


Samsung's latest LPDDR5 uMCP aims to deliver flagship performance to budget devices

Samsung has released a new memory chip today and it's said to be a perfect fit for 5G low-cost devices. The new LPDDR5 uMCP (UFS-based MCP) is a multichip package that combines the company’s fastest LPDDR5 DRAM with the latest UFS 3.1 NAND flash in a single package. Currently, the product is the first such smartphone memory solution appearing in the industry.

The Korean tech giant has integrated DRAM with NAND storage into a chip measured 11.5 x 13mm, allowing devices with the chip to save more space for other components such as a battery. Compared to the previous LPDDR4X-based UFS 2.2 solution, the DRAM performance has also been improved by nearly 50 percent by leaping from 17 GB/s to 25GB/s. Meanwhile, the NAND flash performance sees a 2X jump from 1.5GB/s on the previous-gen solution to 3GB/s.

Other than providing the industry’s highest speed and storage capacity at very low power, the combination of the DRAM and NAND interfaces will also bring features like advanced photography, graphics-intensive gaming and augmented reality (AR) from flagship smartphones to lower-tier devices. The Vice President of Samsung Young-soo Sohn said that 5G has become more mainstream among budget devices and the latest multichip package innovation will help to accelerate the market transition to 5G.

Let us know what you think about the new Samsung memory chip on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech product launches.


Samsung's latest gaming monitors have the best curves

There's always a few stand-out products that appear in CES every year and this year one of it could be a Samsung monitor. The Korean manufacturer has revealed that it will be showing off new gaming monitors, called the Odyssey G9 and G7. Both monitors will come with an incredible 1000R curvature.

Besides the curvature it has, these monitors also pack high-end specs and feature. The G9 is the bigger one of the two, sporting a 49-inch ultra-wide screen (32:9 aspect ratio) with a refresh rate of 240Hz, 1ms response time, and a resolution of 5120x1440. If that's not enough for you, it also supports Nvidia G-Sync and AMD Radeon FreeSync 2. Simply put, it has all the bells and whistles that gamers love.

If the G9 is too large for you, there's also the Odyssey G7 gaming monitor, which comes in smaller 27-inch and 32-inch models. The G7 has most of the same features and specs, except the aspect ratio is a more standard 16:9 and it has a lower max resolution of 2560x1440. If your gaming setup doesn't give you as much space to work with, the G7 could be the more ideal option.

Samsung has not announced the prices for the G9 and G7, though we're expecting them both to be on the pricier side. But what do you think of gaming monitors with this level of curvature? Do you actually experience any differences when gaming on a curved monitor? Share your thoughts on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Samsung's latest patent submission has some ideas on an under-display camera phone

While there are only a few more days until the Samsung Galaxy S21 series launches, the company just filed a new patent to the USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office). Spotted by LetsGoDigital, the patent is named Display Device and seems to be a phone with an under-display camera technology.

Looking at the concept design, three ways are showing how the under-display camera technology could work. The 'cutout' that you are seeing is the tech feature where the front camera and other sensors could be hiding, whereas the one on the right shows a top-right corner placement. The cutout is also a separated panel that is connected to the rest of the display, which is how the ZTE Axon 20 5G's front camera works.

The under-display camera technology has been in the works for a few years already but no brand has yet to come up with a complete setup until ZTE last year. We think we won't be seeing this technology so soon but we could be surprised. What do you think of having an under-display camera? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung's latest wearable devices are now compatible with iOS

Today, Samsung Electronics has announced the expansion of iOS compatibility across the latest Gear family of devices including the Samsung Gear S3, Gear S2 and Gear Fit2.

With this, Apple users can now download the the Samsung Gear S app on compatible iOS devices* from the Apple App Store. After the app is downloaded, a comprehensive guide of pairing the user’s iPhone and the Gear S2, Gear S3 or the Gear Fit wearable device. One of the many features and functions are varied by device, but Apple users will be able to enjoy the Gear S3’s IP68 water and dust resistance, as well as the built-in GPS, Alti/barometer and Speedometer apps.

The services and features of Samsung Gear devices may be limited for certain iOS devices and their applications. For additional product information, please visit www.samsungmobilepress.com.

* Compatible devices: iPhone 5, iPhone 5S, iPhone 5C, iPhone 6, iPhone 6+, iPhone 6S, iPhone 6S+, iPhone 7, iPhone 7+ and iPhone SE (iOS 9.0 and above).


Samsung's latest wearables sold 3x more than their predecessors

It's been almost a month since Samsung unveiled their latest Galaxy Note20 series and other Galaxy devices. In case you have been under the rock, the other Galaxy devices are none other than the Galaxy Buds Live, Galaxy Watch 3, Galaxy Tab S7 series, and the Galaxy Fold 2. While the Galaxy Fold 2 isn't released yet, news reports that the wearables are selling super well during this period.

According to the South Korean media news outlet, both the Galaxy Buds Live and Galaxy Watch 3 selling figures are three times more than their predecessors. To put in the numbers, 60,000 Galaxy Watch 3 units have been sold since its debut on 6 August 2020. Likewise, more than 300,000 Galaxy Buds Live units got sold in just two weeks from the same debut date.

That's certainly an impressive feat by Samsung, but we would also like to think that the colour - Mystic Bronze - is partly responsible for the sales. After all, the majority of Galaxy Buds Live Mystic Bronze units are the most popular choice for the masses, almost accounting half of the sales. It's also worth mentioning that Samsung made a record of selling 7000 Galaxy Watch 3 units on the first day.

Have you gotten yourself a Galaxy Buds Live or Galaxy Watch 3? Or maybe you have both of them? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung's lite variant of the Galaxy Fold could be called the Galaxy Fold Special Edition

Foldable smartphones have been around for about a year now, but many people still find the price barrier too high to ignore. So, it comes as no surprise when companies start to think of ways of reducing the cost of making them. For Samsung, sources claim that the company will release a new foldable smartphone that sounds like it's going to be a stripped-down version of the Galaxy Fold.

XDA developer's Max Weinbach claims that this Galaxy Fold Lite would be a 4G device. It's going to have a smaller 256GB internal storage and no Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) protecting it. Also, the other display will be a smaller one that's closer in size to the one on the Galaxy Z Flip. Furthermore, Samsung is allegedly going to use a mix of components from 2018, 2019, and 2020 to bring down the cost of the device. If that's the case, expect it to come with an older chipset.

I have some info on the Galaxy Fold Lite. -Galaxy Fold Lite 4G-256GB storage-Mirror Black, Mirror Purple-Display has no UTG-Will be equipped with a mix of 2018/19/20 parts-outside will probably have a smaller display (not like on Fold, but more like the Z Flip)

To clear out Galaxy Fold 1 inventory before the Galaxy Fold 2 is launched, Samsung will announce the Galaxy Fold Special Edition in July at a price around $1099. Quantities will be limited to ~55K worldwide. It should look just like the Galaxy Fold 1. Great price!

Ross Young from Display Supply Chain Consultants also had some info on the device. He claimed that the alternate variant will be called the Galaxy Fold Special Edition Samsung is making it so that they can clear out inventory for the Galaxy Fold. It's going to be a limited production run with only 55000 units in total available and is expected to retail at USD 1099 (~RM4757).

If you like the novelty of having a foldable device, this Galaxy Fold Special Edition could be the right option to go for. But if you want a device with more updated specs, it probably won't be what you'd want. Having said that, what do you all think about such a variant? Would it be worth getting? Share your thoughts with us on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for updates.


Samsung's new DSLR-level 50MP camera sensor might be featured in a vivo smartphone

The larger the megapixel of a camera sensor does not always mean it's better. There are also some other features that we need from a sensor including low-light performance, focus ability and more. Today, Samsung has launched a 50MP sensor that is said to be able to perform like a 'DSLR' camera, let's find out how the sensor can achieve that!

Samsung has unveiled a new smartphone camera sensor today and it's called ISOCELL GN1. The sensor comes with 50MP at a 1/1.3-inch size and has relatively large 1.2-micron pixels that will help the camera to perform better in low-light conditions. Other than that, it also has a dual pixel autofocus system that is similar to the one on Canon's cameras, offering DSLR-level autofocus speeds according to Samsung.

With the help of Samsung's Tetracell tech that merges four pixels into one, the sensor is also able to shrink the effective resolution to 12.5MP and multiplies the light-gathering power by four times. Combined with the dual pixel autofocus system, the GN1 can focus on an object quickly even in an extreme low-light environment to deliver brighter and sharper results. The sensor will be a competitor to Sony's IMX689, which is used by OnePlus 8, and is rumoured to be featured on an upcoming vivo device.

Let us know what you think about this new Samsung camera sensor on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest tech updates.


Apple A14 Bionic chip comes with 6-core CPU, first ARM processor with clock speeds over 3.1GHz

There's been quite a few news on the Apple A14 Bionic chip in the last week or so, such as the confirmation of its mass production in April 2020. Apple has clearly begun to test its engineering samples too, considering that the Geekbench 5 score for the chip has appeared. And boy, it's one heck of a benchmark score.

According to IceUniverse, a sample version of the chip got a score of 1658 for Single-core performance and 4612 for multi-core performance on Geekbench 5. This is a 6-core processor that's running at a base of 3.09 GHz and is expected to be able to clock even higher when in use. We also know that this chip will be manufactured on the 5nm process, so it will have very good power and thermal efficiency.

For reference on performance, you can check out the bar chart from Research Sniper above. It shows that the A14 Bionic's performance score exceeds the iPhone 11 Pro's A13 Bionic and the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset by a considerable margin. This makes it the current best-performing chip, as well as the first ARM-based processor to exceed 3.1GHz in clock speed.

To put it simply, the Apple iPhone 12 is going to be the most powerful phone when it launches and that really makes us look forward to it. But what about you? Are you going to upgrade to the new iPhone model when it comes to Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more Apple news.


Samsung's new 'Holiday Dreams' video features 74 Samsung devices

Christmas holidays have already started and Samsung plans to put everyone in the holiday mood with its latest video. The company recently released a new dreamscape movie on its official YouTube channel called the 'Holiday Dreams'. The video is quite different than any other advertisements released by the company recently and features 74 Samsung devices which include flagship smartphones, tablets and even large screen Samsung HDTVs. From the video, we could make out some of the Galaxy devices like the Samsung Galaxy S5, Galaxy Note 4, Galaxy Note Edge and even some Samsung smartwatches. All these devices are built on a rig. This rig can be moved, twisted or even bended to portray the entire story in one video. The story revolves around a small girl who chases her favorite stocking in a dream. She jumps, falls and even swims across a number of Samsung devices to finally get her stocking. Samsung also points out that the story video required a lot of effort.  The transition from one device to another is not animated but captured live. The video had to be played on each device at the appropriate time to make it look like the girl seamlessly jumped across a number of devices. Below, we have added the 'Behind the scenes' video as well which shows the amount of effort required for making the whole 'Holiday Dreams' video.


Samsung's new PRO Endurance microSD card can deliver up to 16 years of recording

It was only yesterday that Samsung announced a new UFS 4.0 breakthrough and here's another one. There's a new microSD card, developed solely by Samsung, called the Samsung PRO Endurance. It was designed to meet the demands of surveillance cameras, dashboard cameras, doorbell cameras, body cameras and more.

Built on top of Samsung's enterprise-grade NAND flash memory, the PRO Endurance card can deliver up to 16 years of continuous recording time. That's a total of 140,160 hours of recording! Samsung also said that a single PRO Endurance card can last as long as up to 33 typical speed-focused cards.

In terms of speed, the PRO Endurance card can deliver reading and writing speeds of up to 100 MB/s and 40 MB/s respectively. It's capable of transferring Full HD and 4K videos seamlessly, as well as being durable, able to resist harsh environments and others such as water, magnets, X-rays and extreme temperatures. The card is also wear-out-proof and drop-proof. The PRO Endurance card is already available in four storage capacities (32GB, 64GB, 128GB and 256GB), but they aren't available in the Malaysian market yet. For reference, the 32GB is $10.99 (~RM47) whereas the 256GB goes or $54.99 (~RM238). Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung’s new World Cup-themed ad mocks Apple for not having a foldable iPhone

Samsung has a bit of a history of releasing ads mocking Apple and making fun of the iPhone lineup. Well, the South Korean tech giant is back at it again, this time with a World Cup-themed ad featuring the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and the Apple iPhone 14 Pro.

The ad, which was posted on a Samsung Weibo account shows the Galaxy Z Flip4 as football players and fans in a stadium alongside several iPhone 14 Pro. The camera then pans out throughout the stadium to show all the Galaxy Z Flip4 doing a Mexican wave as well as flipping and cheering in the stands.

While the Samsung phones can fold and flip around, the iPhone 14 Pro could not, with the ad showing sad emojis on each iPhone. Meanwhile, all of the Galaxy Z Flip4 phones are shown to be happy with cheerful emojis.

At the end of the ad, a text written in Mandarin is shown which translated to English reads, “It’s time to fold together”. You can view the ad in its entirety here.

So, what do you guys think of this latest Samsung ad targeting Apple? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news.


Samsung’s new ad mocks the Apple iPhone 14 Series before its launch

Samsung has a history of targeting Apple products in its ads, especially in the United States and ahead of the launch of the iPhone 14 Series, the South Korean tech giant is back at it again. This time around, Samsung posted an ad called ‘Buckle up’ which mocks the upcoming iPhones for not having the top-of-the-line specs that the latest galaxy smartphones possess.

The ad, which can be viewed here begins with a narrator urging the public to “buckle up for Apple’s latest launch” whereby the public will enter a world where heads will turn but “just not in your direction”.

As it turns out, the ad is actually promoting Samsung’s Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Galaxy Z Flip4 and compares both devices to the upcoming devices by Apple. Specifically, Samsung highlights how the iPhone 14 Series won’t have the specs found on Samsung’s latest flagships, including the 108MP main camera and 100x Space Zoom while showcasing them in action on the aforementioned Samsung devices in the ad.

Pretty cheeky by Samsung, though it is to be noted that its similar ads in the past aimed at Apple have backfired. Most famously, Samsung posted ads mocking Apple for removing the headphone jack as well as not including power adapters inside the box before eventually doing the same. Yikes!

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


Samsung's new entry-level smartphone Galaxy A02 appeared on Thailand's NBTC certification!

Samsung has now brought more focus onto its budget smartphones lineup with the Samsung Galaxy A and M series. When we talk about budget smartphones, Samsung did introduce a smartphone that is less than RM500 which is the Galaxy A01 that got so much attention to it. Today, we found out Samsung is preparing for another new entry-level Galaxy A02s that just got certified by Thailand’s NBTC certification and GeekBench benchmark.According to Thailand’s NBTC certification, there are no details stated about the phone. Luckily, GeekBench did reveal some of its specifications. The new Samsung Galaxy A01 scored 756 points in the Single-Core tests and 3932 in the Multi-Core tests with a 1.8Ghz Octa-Core Qualcomm chipset. Although the name of the chipset is not stated, with the results shown on the benchmark, we would assume it might be having the Snapdragon 460 chipset with 3GB of RAM.

Besides, it is also rumored to be having a 5.7-inch HD+ waterdrop notch display with a dual-camera setup on the rear compromising a 13MP main shooter and a 2MP depth sensor. As for the front, it might sport a 5MP selfie camera like the one on the Samsung Galaxy A01. As for the operating system, it probably will come in with the One UI based on Android 10 since it has 3GB RAM which is capable of running Android Go that requires at least 2GB RAM. In addition, the phone will have Bluetooth 4.2, WiFi-Direct, and GSM/WCDMA/FDD-LTE on connectivity.

Either way, there is still no official confirmation on the tech specs and release date for the Samsung Galaxy A02, but with the passed certification, we assume it will be arriving real soon. So stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Samsung's new teaser suggest new mobile gaming features on the Galaxy Note20 series

In just a few hours ago, Samsung Electronics uploaded a short teaser video about their upcoming Galaxy Note20 series. Although it's nothing much, it heavily hinted that the Galaxy Note20 series is very much capable of handling mobile gaming thanks to the console-like buttons shown there.

By all means, this is not the first time that Samsung promoted the Galaxy Note series to be capable of handling mobile gaming. In fact, they started promoting this back with the Galaxy Note 9 with a Water Carbon Cooling System that is normally seen on a dedicated gaming mobile phone (like ASUS ROG series and Black Shark series). Besides that, the phablet back then also allowed users to play (selected) mobile games on the DeX via an HDMI to USB C cable, as well as even connect it with a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse. We also expect the flagship series to feature a pair of Dolby Atmos stereo speakers for entertainment purposes.

We might be overthinking this, but perhaps the console-like buttons teaser suggest that the device could have its own mobile gaming controller or something. At this point, we can only speculate that the upcoming Galaxy Note20 series will continue the trend of possibly having an improved cooling system. On top of that, we also hope to see that the new S Pen will be compatible with mobile gaming somehow as Samsung did say that app developers are welcomed to integrate some gaming features with it back in 2018.

We are just halfway through July until Samsung unveils the Galaxy Note20 on 5 August 2020. You can get yourself registered and get first-hand information from their Galaxy Unpacked livestream here. Until then, stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.


Samsung's new washing machine cuts your laundry time in half with less energy

Over at the SEAO Forum 2019, Samsung has just unveiled their brand new washing machine, the WW7800M. This washer cuts laundry time in half while using 20% less energy while keeping your clothes squeaky clean.

Samsung’s exclusive QuickDrive technology and the AI Q-rator laundry assistant are to thank for this. With this technology. On the Super Speed setting, a load of laundry can be completed in a mere 39 minutes while using less power than before. The Q-Drum that comes with the washing machine is made of the large main drum and a plate in the back that rotates independently which results in a back and forth movement which effectively removes dirt and stains as it moves dynamically to save power.

Despite the intense cycle and rotations the washing machine goes through, you won’t be seeing the washer breaking down any time soon. The washing machine has gone through over 150 durability and functionality tests. Among the tests are the “heat test” to see if the washing machine can withstand intense heat conditions as well as the “slam test” where the washing machine door was slammed 20000 times to make sure that it can withstand frequent usage. Besides that, the washing machine comes with other features such as the EcoBubble which mixes air and water that makes sure that your detergent performs better on your laundry even at low temperatures.

I wouldn’t be surprised if every single thing in my household would end up having AI in the future as it does make life more convenient. The question does come down to is it necessary? We’ll be updating more new innovations from the SEAO Forum 2019 on TechNave.com.


Samsung's next TWS earbuds will be the Galaxy Buds Pro

It honestly hasn't been all that long since Samsung launched the Galaxy Buds Live, but it looks like a new true wireless stereo (TWS) earbud model is already on its way. Originally rumoured to have the name Galaxy Buds Beyond, a new source now shows a different name - Galaxy Buds Pro.

According to MySmartPrice, a new Samsung device called with the name Galaxy Buds Pro has been found on the Indonesia Telecom Certification website. It's believed that this is the company's next TWS earbuds, which would feature a design that's more in line with the original Galaxy Buds than the Galaxy Buds Live.

But it's interesting to note that the certification lists the product as "Bluetooth headset". So, it could mean that this is actually a wireless headphone. Sure, the term 'Buds' would indicate it's not a headphone. But Apple is allegedly going to name its wireless headphone as the "AirPods Studio", so it won't be surprising if Samsung decided to stick to the naming scheme for its TWS earbuds too.

Of course, that's just my personal speculation, but I'd like to think that the chance of there being two new upcoming audio products is high. What about you? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


Samsung's next budget smartphone could be the Galaxy A01 Core equipped with 1GB RAM and 720p display

Based on a statement by @stufflistings on the user’s Twitter account, it seems that Samsung’s upcoming budget smartphone could be called the Galaxy A01 Core, and it is expected to come equipped with an MT6739 chipset, 1GB of RAM and 720p display. In addition to that, the device will also sport Bluetooth 5.0 and Android 10 support.

While not much is known in regards to the design, we do know that it will most likely come with a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, bezels that are not too thin or too thick, as well as a tall display. With all that said, do take some of the information provided with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

Samsung Galaxy A01 Core appears on the Google Play Console listing. Specifications revealed.#Samsung #SamsungGalaxyA01Core pic.twitter.com/iO9ERsq9EP

Not only that, but there are no news on the Malaysia release date, exact tech specs, and local pricing for now. Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy A01 Core as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung's next foldable device could have the Galaxy S11's camera setup

With how well Apple's iPhone 11 has done in the camera department, other brands are being spurred to knock the fruit off its perch. Samsung is one of many looking to do so with its upcoming flagship-level devices, by making sure the cameras at the rear are up to par.

The Korean smartphone manufacturer is planning a major overhaul of its cameras with the devices mentioned. We already have news that the Galaxy S11 will feature a 108MP main camera setup, with additional lenses (reportedly three) that cover modes like ultrawide shots and five times optical zoom.

A report by Bloomberg suggests that the rumoured second-generation Galaxy Fold could also be getting an upgrade too. Besides the rumoured clamshell design, could it also be getting a 108MP main shooter and the other extra features? That's not confirmed yet but with CES 2020 just around the corner, we're sure to know more soon, if not from more leaks that are bound to appear in the coming weeks leading up to it.

Hyped for this, what do you think about this latest piece of news? Come over to our Facebook page to share your thoughts! For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple A14X Bionic chipset almost as powerful as Intel Core i9-9880H mobile CPU

As some of you may know, TSMC is manufacturing the A14X Bionic chipset for Apple's next iteration of the iPad Pro and iPad Air. With the move to 5nm, this chipset is expected to deliver greater performance and power efficiency. We're seeing some signs of that now after some benchmark data for it was leaked yesterday.

According to the info provided by Wccftech (via Luke Miami), the A14X Bionic chipset has some crazy performance gains. He released a performance bar chart comparing the performance of different Bionic chipsets in Geekbench 5. In the chart, you can see that the A14X Bionic is far superior to the A14 and A12X. Miami also claimed that the chipset is nearly on par with the Intel Core i9-9880H.

A14X performance extrapolated from leaked/suspected A14 info + average performance gains from previous X chips. Puts it around 7480 in Geekbench 5, nearly on par with an i9 9880H. This thing could be insane Working on a full video to discuss A14 & A14X coming this week pic.twitter.com/KMC0HXAKTE

For context, the Intel Core i9-9880H is an 8-core CPU used on high-performance laptops. It's a CPU that requires a very good cooling system to ensure that temperatures don't get too high. Considering that the A14X Bionic is a mobile chipset that is unlikely to have the same heat issues, being on par alone is rather impressive. Though to be fair, the Intel CPU is manufactured on the 14nm process that has inferior power efficiency.

The A14X Bionic will be used in the next MacBook Pro model too, so we can expect it to have great performance and thermals. Of course, do take this news with a grain of salt for now. With that said, would you be interested in upgrading your iPad or MacBook to a new one with this chipset? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for future updates on this.


Samsung's next smartwatch will be the first from the company to feature titanium casing

Are you excited about the next Samsung's Galaxy Watch to be launched? Other than that the rumour saying that it will have its internal storage doubled up to 8GB, we've received another exciting update on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 2 today. It is said that the smartwatch will be the first from Samsung to feature a titanium casing.

Smartwatch casing made of titanium is not a new thing as Apple has already done it with the Apple Watch Series 5. Titanium is stronger, lighter, and more durable compared to aluminum and stainless steel, therefore it naturally becomes a good choice when it comes to choosing a material for a wearable tech gadget. The Galaxy Watch 2 with titanium casing would also be an expensive one, as the Apple Watch Series 5 with titanium casing is 400 USD (~RM1738) more expensive than the one with aluminum casing.

Other than that, it still hasn't been confirmed whether the next smartwatch from Samsung is going to be a Galaxy Watch 2 or a Galaxy Watch Active 3, and we could only wait until then to find out. The information that we have on the wearable right now would be the titanium edition, 8GB ROM, a larger 330mAh battery as well as Wi-Fi and LTE variants. It is also rumoured to have a digital rotating bezel instead of a physical one.

Let us know what you think about the first Samsung smartwatch with titanium casing on our Facebook page! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget rumours.


Samsung's noise-cancelling Galaxy Buds X might be a serious contender to Apple AirPods Pro

Do you still remember the bean-shaped true wireless earphones by Samsung that was leaked not long ago? If you do, that is actually the upcoming successor of the Galaxy Buds+ named Galaxy Buds X, and it's expected to be launched alongside the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series later this year. Now, a new rumour has surfaced saying that the pair of earphones will be featuring active noise cancellation technology.

The previous two versions of the Galaxy Buds do not offer active noise cancellation. However, their ear tips are already enough to seal your ears to block out some noise from the surrounding. According to the US Patent Office listing, the Galaxy Buds X will be featuring active noise cancellation this time and it is expected to be launched sooner than we thought.

It looks like Samsung will finally launch a pair of true wireless earphones that can go head-to-head against Apple's AirPods Pro that provides noise-cancelling technology. Stay tuned for the launch of the Galaxy Buds X and be prepared for some of the exciting features that it's going to bring to us!

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Samsung's solution for under-display camera involves a mini sub-display

This year, we have seen smartphone manufacturers proposed some ideas on how to make their own under-display camera. As we've heard, the feature is a challenging one to put on smartphones considering photo quality and some other technical problems. That's why we have to wait this long for it to become a mainstream feature in the smartphone market. Now, Samsung has been spotted with an idea as well as it involves a sub-display to hide the camera.

According to a patent discovered by LetsGoDigital, Samsung could use a sliding sub-display to hide the punch-hole camera. It works by placing a much smaller display between the primary screen and the front camera. When the camera is not in use, the sub-display will cover it and display content as part of the primary screen. It is mentioned that the sub-display could even be used for tricks like activating the system by tapping or swiping on a sensor above the sub-display or displaying notification pop-up shortcuts to apps.

With such a mechanism, it will probably solve the problem regarding the photo quality as there will be no more screen in between when using the camera. Therefore, it will be able to let in an adequate amount of light to achieve optimal performance. However, it is also said that Samsung's solution looks like an expensive one, plus introducing moving parts in a smartphone always has its risk.

Let us know what you think about this under-display camera solution from Samsung on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more interesting smartphone updates.


Samsung's statement on Galaxy S8 features and Note 7

Just recently, a conference call between Samsung and some analysts happened to discuss various topics, such as the next Samsung Galaxy S8, the recent Viv Labs acquirement, and its current standing after the Galaxy Note 7 fiasco.

Vice President of Samsung Mobile, Lee Kyeong-tae remarked that the upcoming Galaxy S8 will have a new "slick design", an improved camera and an enhanced A.I. service. It was only a matter of time that Samsung plans to implement the A.I. service after acquiring Viv Labs, a third-party developer that specializes in artificial intelligence; however, for some reason, Lee has no comment on whether the Galaxy S8 will have such technology from them.

After that, they also discussed the recent overheating problem particularly from Note 7, same goes to the Galaxy S7 and S7 edge as well. Samsung Co-Executive, J.K. Shin assured the shareholders that Samsung is working hard with the regulators and experts to analyze the device, from hardware to software and manufacturing process. Samsung will also gladly share their findings to the public once the cause is discovered.

Despite the let down of the Note 7, the Galaxy S7 series still remains as the company's best-selling mobile device this year. Until the Galaxy S8 get released in March next year, they will have to rely on the S7 for five more months.

Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com.


Samsung's tiny Portable SSD offers 1TB data storage at $599 (RM2130)

Along with ASUS and Lenovo, Samsung also had a pretty busy start at CES 2015. The company unveiled a number of electronic appliances at the event including a new TV, Oven and a Washing machine.  Now, the South Korean giant has announced a new device in its first line of portable flash drives called the Portable SSD T1. The Portable SSD T1 flash drive will bring fast performance and high capacity to a product the size of a business card. It features a sleek black chrome finish and weighs just about 30 grams. Despite its tiny form factor, the highlight of the device is its transfer speeds, which Samsung claims can reach up to 450 MB per second. That's almost seven times faster than a traditional portable HDD. To put things into perspective, a 3GB movie will transfer in just eight seconds and a 10GB file in just 27 seconds with the above mentioned speed. Samsung offers three different storage variants for the T1 – 250GB, 500GB and 1TB. Prices range from $179 (RM637) to $599 (RM2130) depending upon the storage capacity. No Malaysia release dates yet but the device will be available for purchase in US, Europe and Asia by the end of January 2015.


Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Buds Pro to come with ANC, Ambient Sound, Voice Detection, and more

It seems that a bunch of information regarding the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro have been spotted on @ishanagarwal24’s Twitter account, giving us a better idea on what to expect when the earbuds are officially available in the global market. Other than the design showcased in the tweet, it seems that the earbuds are expected to come equipped with a bunch of features such as ANC, Ambient Sound, Voice Detection, 3D Spatial Audio with head tracking.

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

Galaxy Buds Pro Renders through Wearable APKFound & uploaded by u/TheBone_Supports multiple levels of Active Noise Cancellation & Ambient Sound. Voice Detection Feature which automatically turns on Ambient Sound. 3D Spatial Audio w/ Head Tracking. Seamless earbud connection. pic.twitter.com/IU76nvmObE

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