Xiaomi set to officially release the Mi Band 7 on 24 May 2022

After being in the rumour mills for quite some time now, the Xiaomi Mi Band 7 is finally going official. Set for release on 24 May 2022 in China, the popular fitness tracker by Xiaomi is getting a few upgrades from its predecessor.

Taking to its official Weibo account, Xiaomi announced that the Mi Band 7 will feature a 1.62-inch AMOLED display, which is 25 percent larger than the Mi Band 6. Furthermore, Xiaomi also said that the fitness tracker will have NFC, heart rate monitor, blood oxygen monitor and exercise data measurements.

The pill-shaped design is also the same from its predecessors, though it is unknown whether the larger display would mean that previous bands would be compatible with the Mi Band 7. Besides that Xiaomi also confirmed that the fitness tracker will be released during the same launching event fro the Redmi Note 11T series.

Speaking of which, the event will be held on 24 May 2022 at 7pm local time in China. Can’t wait!

What do you guys think of the upcoming Mi Band 7? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news.


Xiaomi set to release an Astro Boy Special Edition for the Redmi Note 11T Pro+

Earlier this month, we reported on how Xiaomi is set to release the Redmi Note 11T series later this month. Well, the company has since confirmed that the series will be launched later today (24 May 2022) and even teased about the release of an Astro Boy Special Edition for the new smartphone lineup.

Taking to its official Redmi account on Weibo, the company shared several teasers for the Note 11T series, including glimpses of the series’ designs. Furthermore, the company also shared several posters for the Note 11T Astro Boy Special Edition as well as one teaser video.

A collaboration between Xiaomi and the super popular animated series, the Astro Boy Special Edition version will be for the Note 11T Pro+ variant based on the teasers. Of course, the Astro Boy Special Edition will share the same specs as the device, though it would definitely make heads turn for its unique design and aesthetics inspired by the series.

In one particular teaser poster, we can see that the special edition smartphone will have a sketch of Astro Boy on the rear panel. Furthermore, there will be a custom theme, customised retail box and it may even come with a sketch of the character and other accessories as well.

Looks awesome, especially if you’re an Astro Boy fan! You can catch the launching event for the Redmi Note 11T Series later today at 7pm local time in China.

So, what do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and as always, do stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news such as this!


Xiaomi sets MIUI 12 Online Launch on 19 May 2020

Just a couple of hours ago, Xiaomi posted an official tweet about their upcoming MIUI 12 launch. Proud to call it as their "best release of the decade", the MIUI 12 Global launch is scheduled on 19 May 2020, 8PM (GMT+8) on their Facebook, YouTube and Twitter page. That said, what's so anticipating about MIUI 12? Here's what we know.

According to several sources, MIUI 12 will offer new features such as updated Android skins and animations, a "cleaner" user interface with navigation gestures, dark mode 2.0, and some new security and privacy modes too. Speaking of privacy, there are 3 features for this called Flare, Barbed Wire, and Mask System that keeps a log of every permission and sensitive information on your phone. It's said that the user can create a virtual identity to counter any hacking attempts.

Besides that, MIUI 12 will also provide a new battery app, a revamped file manager, multi-window, picture-in-picture, AI calling and many more. This new UI operating system already made its debut on the Xiaomi Mi 10 Youth Edition just last month in China, so expect to see MIUI 12 roll out to other devices soon in the coming months.

It sounds as if MIUI 12 will be making a big change for Xiaomi devices, but whether its useful-ness will make an impact remains to be seen. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple iPhone Lite spotted with other Apple siblings in video

We've all seen quite a number of Apple iPhone Lite shots and images. However, they could very well be clever renders by some 3D renderer with too much time on their hands. Recently, the supposedly more affordable Apple iPhone Lite has surfaced in a video showing off that same plastic backplate which could mean 2 things, that the reviewer got a cheap plastic knock-off Apple iPhone backplate somewhere... or it could be that there really will be an Apple iPhone Lite soon. The video also shows the plastic backplate being compared with other Apple products and it shows a remarkable similarity with the Apple iPod.

Rather than the Apple iPhone Lite could it instead be the Apple iPod Lite? Check out the video below for yourself:


Xiaomi shares more details of upcoming flagship-level true wireless earbuds FlipBuds Pro

Besides smartphones, we should also watch out for Xiaomi's tech gadgets as the company is getting better at making them. Tomorrow, the Chinese tech company will be presenting a new pair of flagship-level true wireless buds called FlipBuds Pro. Before it happens, Xiaomi Group Vice President Chang Cheng has revealed some extra information regarding the upcoming audio tech gadget.

According to the images, the FlipBuds Pro will feature an in-ear design with adjustable rubber tips. For the charging case, it is oval-shaped and has a glossy black finish with an LED light in the middle for battery indication. Besides the design, the executive has also shared a few other screenshots of the setting menus. On the main page, users can see the battery level of each earbud and the charging case. There are also levels of active noise-cancelling to choose from.

Other than that, programmable gestures are available for single and double taps as well as left and right earbud separation for users who use only one earbud. The FlipBuds Pro can also detect when the users have taken them off to automatically pause the music. Other options include earplug fit detection to ensure optimal noise cancellation, lost mode to help users track their buds, and a low latency mode for gaming. One of the screenshots also shown support for AAC, SBC, and aptX audio codecs.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming Xiaomi FlipBuds Pro on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget news.


Xiaomi showcased its own CyberDog and it cost ~RM6536

Apart from Xiaomi's unveiling of the Mi Mix 4, Mi Pad 5 series and other accessories, the company also showcased a robot dog called the CyberDog. What is the purpose of the CyberDog? Well, read on below to find out more.

According to Xiaomi, this CyberDog was designed for developers and engineers to use it as a platform to develop their own applications. Featuring an NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX, it is dubbed the world's smallest supercomputer with 11 sensors that include an ultrawide and depth camera, touch and ambient light sensor, GPS, as well as sensors that interact with the environment via geomagnetic induction and ultrasonic sensor. It can carry a maximum weight of 3kg, travel at 3.2m/s and even performs backflips.

Is this robot dog for sale? Well, not really as it can't be found on any Xiaomi retail store or online shop. However, Xiaomi is launching 1000 units of them for 9999 Yuan each (~RM6536) for engineers and robot enthusiasts. The company also stated that the goal of the CyberDog is to create an open-source community of Xiaomi robots. In addition, they have set up a special robotics lab to invite robotic engineers to participate.

If you would like to read the fullest detail of the CyberDog, you can visit the official page right here. What do you think of this robot dog? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi showcased their 3rd-gen under-screen camera technology and it works

We have been reading about some news of under-screen camera technology for quite some time now, but here's a new one from Xiaomi. Shared by @UniverseIce on his Twitter account, it seems that Xiaomi has been secretly working on that technology and there's a Mi 10 Ultra special edition with it.

In that short video teaser, we can see that Xiaomi was showcasing two Mi 10 Ultra devices side by side on the display performance. By having an under-screen camera, the display performance on the special edition is a lot more smooth than the standard Ultra variant. Xiaomi also highlighted that this is the 3rd-generation under-screen camera technology "which has reached a usable level" and will be mass-produced in the first quarter of 2021.

Big news: Xiaomi announced the third generation of under-screen camera technology. The video below is a special under-screen camera version of the Mi 10 Ultra, which has reached a usable level, which is very exciting. This technology will be mass-produced in early 2021. pic.twitter.com/m8bujC2KCs

From unlocking the phone to opening an app, the special Mi 10 Ultra performed better and it would benefit higher refresh rate options. It's also worth noticing that the colour contrast appears to be slightly darker and of course, this also allows taking a selfie.

On 1 September 2020, ZTE Axon 20 5G will be the first smartphone to showcase such feature and TCL just recently summited a patent with that. Just a wild prediction - 2021 could be the year of phones with under-screen camera technology, but what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi shows off new 200W fast charge technology, fully charging a phone in 8 minutes

Today, Xiaomi has made another breakthrough in technology. This time, the company have a new world record of charging a phone in both wireless and wired charging with 15 and 8 minutes respectively.

Using a customized Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro sporting a 4000mAh battery pack, the phone can reach 10% in just 44 seconds with the wired charging uses 200W fast charge technology. That's not all, it reaches 50% in 3 minutes then eventually, a full 100% charge under 8 minutes.

Xiaomi also showcased the same phone using a 120W wireless charging dock. It was able to reach 10% in a minute, 50% in less than 7 minutes and finally, 100% in 15 minutes which is already super fast. Also, like most phone brands, Xiaomi is calling this the HyperCharge which is most fitting but there's no word if they plan to release it commercially in the future.

For tech enthusiasts like us, there may be some concerns about heating from the sheer charging speed force like that. But we are pretty sure Xiaomi has taken some precaution, an exploding phone would be a disaster. What do you think of this? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi shows off the dual folding smartphone in a hands-on video

Xiaomi has posted a video of a foldable phone developed by Xiaomi which is called the Xiaomi Dual Flex, or the Xiaomi MIX Flex. Based on the video, the device can be seen used in the tablet configuration with its full function 7.3-inch touch display. Moments after, it is folded twice into a one-handed smartphone configuration. The device is also able to intelligently switch between the tablet and smartphone display mode in order to appropriately display contents on the screen.

Personally, I am more curious to know how much a device like this could cost considering that Samsung’s version of a foldable smartphone is estimated to cost around up to USD1800(~RM7445) based on previous reports. That being said, take every bit of information with a grain of salt as there was no official statement regarding this matter for now. Are we going to see an affordable foldable smartphone by Xiaomi in the year 2019? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates like this.


Xiaomi silently revealed Mi Pad 3 online

Aside from the Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 that’s going on sale and gaining favourable reviews, the Mi Pad series is also another tablet from the company that we haven’t heard in a long time. The last time it came out was two years ago with the Mi Pad 2, but now the Mi Pad 3 is official without any announcement nor teaser. Below is the tech-specs:

Of course, this tablet will be on sale in China first for 1499 Yuan (around RM963). However, it didn’t say when is the launching date. We are hoping it will come to Malaysia too, so stay tuned for that at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi skipping the 7 to reveal the Mi 8 soon on 31 May 2018

On 31 May 2018, Xiaomi will be releasing a brand new Mi 8 instead of the supposedly Mi 7 in China. Why are they skipping a number? Well, turns out that the company will be celebrating its 8th anniversary this year, so I guess you can say that they just wanted to match the number just for the sake of it.

Announced in their official Weibo account, the teaser image didn't give much information on what are the tech-specs, so we will have to visit back the previous rumours. The Mi 8 is going to be a big one and a flagship carrying a Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset, an 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage and the 6.01-inch screen panel is said to have a pretty wide notch design just like the Apple iPhone X. Why is it so wide? Because there's gonna be a 3D sensor face unlock technology.

This new information separates itself from the previous rumour of using a 5.65-inch display, which belonged to the "Mi 7". But then again, there was supposed to be a "Mi 7 Plus" which the Mi 8's description fits and we don't see any possibility of a "Mi 8 Plus". Anyway, the Mi 8 could carry a 3200mAh or 3500mAh battery pack inside.

Xiaomi devices usually take some time to reach Malaysia after the product's first debut, but Xiaomi Malaysia also tends to not throw a party launch as much as they should. Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com


Xiaomi smartphone equipped with 100W Super Charge Turbo could launch next month

Based on a statement by Digital Chat Station, it seems that a mysterious Xiaomi smartphone equipped with 100W fast charging may have entered mass production, and it is expected to be unveiled somewhere around August 2020. While not much is exactly known in regards to the which smartphone it could be, our source mentioned that it could possibly be either the Mi 10 Pro Plus, Mi Mix 4, or something entirely different.

On another note, it seems that Xiaomi’s 120W Xiaomi Charger has recently been certified and it could be bundled along with the aforementioned smartphone. With all that said, do take some of the information here with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, as well as exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting a Xiaomi smartphone that supports 100W fast charging 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.


Xiaomi smartphones lets you measure your heart-rate by using the camera

Based on a statement by XDA-Developers, it seems that Xiaomi smartphones will be receiving an update which lets users measure their heart-rate simply by using the device’s camera and flash. If you want to try out the new feature, you can do it by opening the Xiaomi Mi Health app and tap on the “heart rate” section.

However, it is best to note that only the version 2.7.4 of the Xiaomi Mi Health app will come with the new feature, so make sure you have your app updated. The only drawback from this is that your camera lens might be smudged, which means you might want to wipe if you’re keen on taking pictures.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on being able to measure your heart-rate by using the camera? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi sold more than 2 million wearable in 30 minutes during 11.11 Single's Day

Yesterday was 11.11 Single's Day in China and Xiaomi had sold more than 2 million wearable devices in just 30 minutes. The devices include the Redmi Watch 2, Mi Rabbit Children's Phone Watch 5C, Mi Watch Color 2, and more.

According to sources, the Redmi Watch 2 smartwatch was just launched last month and comes with a price tag of CNY339 (~RM220). The smartwatch features a 1.6-inch AMOLED display, NFC, and rated 5ATM water resistance. Besides that, it also supports blood oxygen, heart-rate monitor, and up to 117 sport modes. As for the battery, it can last up to 12 days and support magnetic charging.

Well, are you one of the contributors? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple iPhone SE 2 getting the notch, screen panel design leaked online

Remember when we thought the Apple iPhone SE 2 was "supposed" to come out last year? Well, it didn't and was quickly buried away for several months. But now that there's an upcoming Apple WWDC 2018 event in June, rumours of the iPhone SE 2 is getting more apparent and the latest one is quite convincing, but it's still a rumour so do take it with a grain of salt.

According to sources, the new iPhone SE 2 will look exactly like the iPhone X but with a full glass back panel for wireless charging purpose, you can also see the notch but it appears to be thinner than the current one. There's even a screen panel comparison with the original iPhone SE side by side, as well as some schematic plan too released by Olixar.

Normally, before phones get released officially, there would be a bunch of smartphone protective casings and screen protectors leak online. With this, there's a good feeling that the iPhone SE 2 is the real deal, Olixar's reputation is also not bad, although they don't always get it right. And what about the tech-specs? We can hardly find anything but rumours has it that the A10 Fusion processor will be integrated, same goes to having a Face ID and the screen panel size is definitely bigger than the classic 4-inch.

But what do you think? Do we need another compact smartphone since everyone is favouring full view displays now? Stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi started crowdfunding for Hey Plus Watch with AMOLED super retina display on Youpin

Xiaomi has started crowdfunding for the Hey Plus Watch at its Youpin platform. If it got enough, it could debut as the first smartwatch under the Hey Plus branding. It's worth mentioning that Hey Plus came into play with the Hey Plus Smartband in 2018, with the Hey Plus 1s launched as the successor a year later.

The Hey Plus watch comes equipped with a 1.78-inch AMOLED super retina full-screen display. It has a rounded rectangle body with ultra-thin bezels at the edges. The smartwatch weighs about 38 grams as well and gets covered with an aluminium alloy middle frame. There are also supports for custom short video dials and up to 100 sports modes.

Furthermore, the Hey Plus Watch also packs a battery that can last up to 21 days in the Heavy Use mode, while in the Typical use mode, the battery life can go up to 29 days. Of course, the smartwatch comes with blood oxygen detection, 24-hour heart rate monitoring and sleep monitoring as well. For now, its price is listed 399 yuan (~RM258) on the platform.

What do you think about Xiaomi's new Hey Plus Watch? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget updates.


Xiaomi started crowdfunding for their Youpin blackhead facial extractor at ~RM80

It seems that Xiaomi recently started crowdfunding for the Xiaomi Youpin Blackhead extractor on their official website, where customers can support the product for the price of RMB129 (~RM80). After the crowdfunding, the aforementioned product will retail at RMB199 (~RM123) instead of the price mentioned previously.

In terms of the features, the Blackhead extractor comes equipped with a small camera, which gives the user a view of what exactly is being extracted. Not only that, but the product also comes equipped with an 800mAh battery which is capable of running up to 3 hours on a single charge.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the Xiaomi Youpin Blackhead extractor? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi submits new patent which could be a new Mi MIX 4

The Xiaomi Mi MIX 3 is a smash hit thanks to the rather simple slider mechanic for a true fullscreen experience. It's still one of our favourite phones this year and it's a no brainer than Xiaomi will be working on the fourth edition. Recently, Xiaomi has submitted a new patent to the State Intellectual Property Office and it looks like the Mi MIX 4 in the making.

According to the image, the phone has the same sliding mechanism as the Mi MIX 3 but there is a new camera arsenal design - a quad rear camera setup in a circular module, and another that has no sliding mechanism with a rather slim notch along with a triple rear camera. Both devices have a dual front camera as well.

Besides that, the 3.5mm headphone jack is nowhere to be seen and personally, the first patent image is pretty awesome. If Xiaomi has no trouble on its time table, the Mi MIX 4 should be ready at the end of the fourth quarter and could feature much cool technological stuff, such as a much faster-charging speed up to 100W and a wider-area in-display fingerprint sensor. But only time will tell.

What do you think of this new design look? Let's discuss and stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi teams up with Genshin Impact to launch a special edition Redmi AirDots 3 Pro for ~RM264

Xiaomi launched a slew of devices recently across its huge catalogue of products. The most notable of these have got to be the Xiaomi 12 Series and Redmi K50 Series smartphones.

However, there is also an unexpected special product that the tech company released yesterday during its launch conference in China which involves a collaboration with a massive global mobile game hit. That product is of course the Redmi AirDots 3 Pro Genshin Impact Special Edition!

A refresh of the popular AirDots 3 Pro released last year, this special edition comes with aesthetic customisation based on Klee, a popular character from the Genshin Impact series. According to Xiaomi China’s official website, the special edition earbuds will retail for CNY399 or ~RM264.

It pretty much has the same specs sheet as the AirDots 3 Pro but comes in a special design for the case as well as the earbuds. In fact, there is also custom sound effects based on the Klee character from Genshin Impact.

Moreover, the special edition also comes with Genshin Impact-themed accessories. These include a collection of doodle stories and a small backpack that looks like the one used by Klee in the game’s artworks.

So, if you’re a fan of both Xiaomi and Genshin Impact, this special edition earbuds has got to be a crossover that you can’t miss out on! Well, even if you’re not a fan of the game, the design is quite unique and aesthetically pleasing in my opinion. Quite a nice option if you’re in the market for new wireless earbuds.

What do you guys think? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and as always, stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest trending tech news!


Xiaomi teaser hinting a drone product coming soon

The drone market is getting more popular these days, usually used for recording a video from high above. Xiaomi has certainly taken note of that, and they have given us a teaser from their official Weibo account, hinting their own drone coming soon to the market.

According to various sources and leaks, it's claimed that the drone can record a 4K video and do video streaming as well, with that kind of tech-specs; it could probably end up as a high-end hardware aiming at the high-end market. Despite that, price-wise, it could cost 3999 Yuan (around RM2495) only compare with DJI Phantom 4 for 8999 Yuan (around RM5608), this won't be a surprise knowing Xiaomi for their value-for-money tradition with their products.

Excited about Xiaomi's own drone product in the future? Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com and enjoy your weekend!


Xiaomi teases Redmi 6 Pro in their official press renders

Few days before the official release of the Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro, official press renders has been revealed in their official Weibo page. Based on the renders, it is confirmed that the Redmi 6 Pro is confirmed to come with a notch at the top of the display as well as a 19:9 aspect ratio 5.84-inch screen.

Based on rumours, the Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro is running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, either a choice of 2GB RAM and 16GB of internal storage, 3GB RAM and 32GB of internal storage, or 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, 12MP + 5MP dual camera setup in the rear, 8MP front facing selfie camera, and it is powered by a 4000mAh non-removable battery. Of course with rumours like these, take every bit of information with a grain of salt. Stay tuned to TechNave.com as we provide more updates regarding when the device will be made available in Malaysia as well as the official price for it.


Xiaomi teases Xiaomi Mi 9T; No, it is not a rebranded Redmi K20

Reports went around mentioning that the Redmi K20 may be going by another name outside of China - specifically, the Xiaomi Mi 9T. Xiaomi took to Twitter this morning to tease a brand new addition to the Xiaomi Mi 9 family and it seems like it may be named the Xiaomi 9T.

The smartphone looks very similar to the Mi 9 but without one key feature - the notch is missing. The back looks different to the Redmi K20 as well, with the triple rear cameras arranged on the left side of the device instead of the middle - confirming that the device is not a rebranded K20.

K, I or T...Which letter would you choose for the newest member of our Mi9 family? why? #PopUpInStyle pic.twitter.com/Ks5xokWrUG

The tweet is captioned “K, I or T…Which letter would you choose for the newest member of our Mi9 family? Why?”. With rumours of the Xiaomi Mi 9T going around, it is likely that the name may be just that. The device has also reportedly been certified in several countries. In addition, the tweet is hashtagged as #PopUpInStyle, leading us to believe that the device may be shipped with a pop up selfie camera.

Since the device has a slightly different design to the original Mi 9, we may also be seeing different specs as well. A smaller battery can  be expected as well as wireless charging and no audio jack. So what do you think of this device? Keep up with the latest Xiaomi smartphone releases on TechNave.com!


Xiaomi teases a Windows 10 OS variant for the Mi 5

As you may already know, Xiaomi will be presenting their latest flagship, the Xiaomi Mi 5 simultaneously in China and MWC 2016 (Barcelona) in just 3 weeks. Not to mention, the Mi 5 will also be equipped with Qualcomm's latest chipset the Snapdragon 820.

With great anticipation, Xiaomi's Weibo post suggested that they might consider to incorporate Microsoft’s Windows 10 Mobile OS into the Mi 5 as another variant. Previously, they have also announced their new and upcoming Xiaomi Mi Pad to run on Windows 10 Mobile. If that's the case, we can actually expect them to reveal four Mi 5 variants with different hardware and software altogether.

Besides that, the device's specifications might feature 3GB or 4GB RAM, three variants of 16GB, 32GB or 64GB internal storage, a 5.2-inch display (1080 x 1920 pixels / 1440 x 2560 pixels, 2.5D curved glass), featuring a 16MP rear camera + 13MP front camera, packing a 3030 mAh battery, and having the latest Android 6.0.

Xiaomi's conference is scheduled to be held on 24 February and we are looking forward to the unveiling of the Mi 5 (along with Samsung, LG, and Oppo too). So keep calm, and stay tuned as we wait patiently for MWC 2016.


Xiaomi teases big involvement at Google I/O

As a customer of the Android platform and ecosystem, Xiaomi should be privy to many of the technology that is heading their way from Google. Now, they may just be right by Google's side for new technology, as the Vice President of International for Xiaomi, Hugo Barra, dropped massive hints on his twitter acount these past couple of days.

Guess which super combo move we’ll be making at #io16 pic.twitter.com/eDVGNbz6vs

Beyond thrilled to share that Xiaomi will be a part of Google I/O. A sneak peek of what you'll see from Mi at #io16 pic.twitter.com/GP3HHE3F6c

The internet has been buzzing, with the hints being interperted as Xiaomi getting on board the Android TV platform. The other hint is hinting that Xiaomi may be going into gaming on Android more seriously than before.

We have to see what Xiaomi will be bringing out this Google I/O, which is happening early morning on the 19th Malaysian time. We will share more info once we have it in our hands.


Xiaomi teases one last time with Mi Max's "full day" battery life before the reveal

In just 24 more hours left, the Xiaomi Mi Max phablet will be unveiled tomorrow at China. The phablet  is said to sport a 6.44-inch display and thus, it will be Xiaomi's biggest smartphone ever. However, keep in mind it won't be a high-end device and the price is said to be low as well.

To recap the tech specs, the processor will be a hexa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 650, it will have a 16 MP rear camera + 5 MP front-facing camera, and a huge 4000 mAh battery on board (which in its latest teaser above, it claims to last one full day of heavy usage), fingerprint scanner on the rear. There will be two variants as well - one with 2GB RAM + 16GB ROM and the other with 3GB RAM + 32 ROM. MIUI 8 could be pre-installed in the device, but it's also possible that it won't because Xiaomi might just plan to showcase MIUI 8 tomorrow together with the Mi Max.

Price-wise, some say it would cost 2199 Yuan (around RM1366), or more economical at 1299 Yuan (around RM807) and 1499 Yuan (around RM931). If you want to see how does the device look like, you can check out the official Mi Max pictures shared by Xiaomi CEO himself, and some features in their teaser videos too. Until then, stay tuned for the official announcement from Xiaomi at Technave.com!


Apple iPhone SE 2 to be released early next year instead on September keynote event?

We've talked about the rumoured Apple iPhone SE 2 before, but it keeps getting overshadowed by the anticipated iPhone 8 over the past few months. Despite this, rumours have it that a new supplier for the iPhone SE 2 was chosen and manufacturing has already begun since May this year and they are looking to release them next year.

"Taiwan-based contract electronics maker Wistron Corp. is preparing for expansion of its production base in India to produce the next-generation smaller iPhone -- the iPhone SE -- according to sources in the South Asian country. According to the sources, Wistron is expected to start to ship the new iPhone SE -- which is expected to be more affordable than larger iPhones for many Indian consumers -- in the first quarter of next year.

They said that Wistron is in talks with the Karnataka government for an extra piece of land for its production expansion, hoping it will double or even triple its production capacity over the next five years."

Previously, rumours suggested that the iPhone SE 2 would be revealed together with the iPhone 8 in September but that doesn't seem to be the case anymore. Information about it is scarce and the only few things we know is that it will have an Ion X glass display, which is usually used on Apple Watch and the design will follow the iPhone 7 similarly, featuring an A10 chip, 2GB + 32GB (and 128GB) memory, a 12MP for the main camera, with 5MP at the front, and a 1700 mAh battery.

Do you still prefer smaller sized smartphones over bigger ones? Stay tuned for more Apple news and we will keep an eye on whether or not they will reveal a new iPhone SE.


Xiaomi teases that the Mi Mix is making a comeback on 29 March

Other than launching the Mi 11 Pro and Mi 11 Ultra on 29 March, a new teaser has appeared hinting at something that the fans have been waiting for a long time. Today, Xiaomi has posted a teaser poster with the text "MIX COMING BACK" to signal that the Xiaomi Mi Mix is finally making a comeback.

For now, there is still not much information regarding what kind of Mi Mix device that Xiaomi will bring. However, sources are saying that it could be the foldable smartphone that has been spotted earlier. The prediction makes sense as the Xiaomi Mi Mix line is always the first to present something that the company has never done before.

Other than that, it is also said that the new Mi Mix device could be the unreleased Mi Mix Alpha with a wrap-around display rather than a foldable one. No matter what kind of smartphone, it still excites us that the Mi Mix series is making a comeback alongside the mentioned Mi 11 devices.

Let us know if you're excited about the new Mi Mix device on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone updates.


Xiaomi teases the Redmi Note 11R 5G’s specs and design ahead of its release

Xiaomi is poised to release another new smartphone under its Redmi subbrand tomorrow (30 September 2022), the Redmi Note 11R 5G. Ahead of its launch, the Chinese tech company has released a few teasers regarding the phone, including some official renders and details of its specs sheet.

Taking to its official Weibo account, Redmi shared a poster of the back of the device in three colour variants; blue, grey and black. If the design looks quite familiar, this is because the Note 11R 5G is likely a rebrand of another Xiaomi subbrand device, the POCO M4 5G.

According to the Weibo post, the Note 11R 5G will feature a 90Hz screen, dual-SIM 5G and a 5000mAh battery. Well, as it’s just a teaser, those are the only official specs revealed by Redmi as of right now.

However, if the device is indeed a rebranded POCO M4 5G, then we can expect the Note 11R 5G to sport the MediaTek 700 SoC, a 6.58-inch 90Hz FullHD LCD display and 18W fast charging. As for the cameras, the POCO M4 5G featured a 5MP selfie camera and a 13MP main + 2MP depth dual-camera at its rear.

We don’t have to wait that long though to find out the official specs as it is set to be released in China tomorrow at 10 am local time. So, make sure to stay tuned to us here at TechNave for the latest update on this as well as other trending tech news!


Xiaomi teases two upcoming new products on 27 July 2016

By now, most Mi fans know that Xiaomi will have a press conference on 27 July this month, but a mystery remains on what product they are planning to showcase. We have read a lot of rumours surrounding that, including the much speculated Xiaomi Mi Note 2, a Redmi Note 4 and an unannounced most-expensive Xiaomi device yet. Well, whatever it is, Xiaomi Director of New Media, Mr. Lu has decided to ease our curiosity a little bit.

According to on his Weibo account, Mr. Lu teased that there will be two announcements to be made, which also means two products to be revealed. We know Xiaomi is already planning to reveal two devices on the second half of the year, but in this case, it seems that they are going to kill two birds with one stone. Some web users have looked for clues on the image teaser, thinking that the first product could be the Redmi 4 (红米4 in Chinese) or maybe Note 4 because of the three letters censored in the post; while the second product has five letters that hints a Xiaomi Notebook (小米笔记本).

This is actually the first time we heard about a Xiaomi Notebook, rumours have it that the device will have three display variants (12.5-inch, 13.3-inch and 15.6-inch), sporting an Intel's Atom series processor in favor of long battery life and affordable price, the design might even look similar to the Apple Macbook.

We're just a week away from the announcement, so stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Xiaomi to announce something new in CES 2017

It's that time of the year again, CES 2017 is coming soon this month and Xiaomi will be one of the presenters. With that being said, Hugo Barra, Xiaomi Vice President has posted a new teaser image about their new product with a caption WBHLIATCEK along with a countdown. What does that mean?

Well, given with the white and black fonts; it easily reads as WHITE and BLACK. Some are speculating that those two colours will be a new version of their current handsets, particularly the Xiaomi Mi Mix which we saw last year, or it could be an entirely new product, God knows.

Since the Mi Mix that we know is only a prototype version, we hope to see a full fledged Mi Mix device and to be announced that it will be available world wide. One can dream, so stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Xiaomi to announce the Xiaomi Mi A2 and Mi A2 lite as their upcoming lineup of Android One devices

Xiaomi has announced the launch of their Xiaomi Mi A2 price starting from €249(~RM1181), and the Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite starting from €179(~RM849) in Spain as part of their Android One lineup of devices. In terms of tech specs, the Xiaomi Mi A2 is running on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, up to 6GB of RAM, up to 128GB internal storage, 12MP + 20MP rear dual camera, 20MP front facing selfie camera, 5.99-inch display, 4000mAh non-removable battery.

The Xiaomi Mi A2 Lite on the other hand, has the same tech specs as the Xiaomi Mi A2 except it has a 5.84-inch display, 12MP + 5MP rear camera setup, 5MP front facing selfie camera. The devices will be gradually available starting late July all around the world, although there is no official date announced yet for Malaysia as well as the official local price of it. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates like these.


Xiaomi to be the first to launch a device with Samsung's upcoming 200MP camera sensor

Earlier, it was reported that Xiaomi will be one of the first to debut a smartphone with a 200MP camera. Now, the news has come saying that the Chinese tech company will use Samsung's unannounced 200MP sensor. Back in 2019, Xiaomi also launched the CC9 Pro which was the first to come with Samsung's 108MP camera sensor.

According to the source, the upcoming Xiaomi device will feature an improved, dual-curved display with a single punch-hole for the front-facing camera. It will also use the SM8450 platform which is the successor of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 chipset. However, it is said that it is not the latest Snapdragon 888 Plus chipset but something more powerful and based on the 4nm process.

For now, it is speculated that the device will be next year's Xiaomi Mi 12. Therefore, we won't be getting smartphones with a 200MP sensor this year if Xiaomi is really contending to be the first. It is also worth mentioning that we're still a long way before anything starts to take shape, so it's better to take this news with a pinch of salt and we'll get you more updates in the future.

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


Xiaomi to focus on A.I. based products and more smart appliances in the future

Just a few hours ago on Weibo, Xiaomi has teased their fans with a series of posters of what it seems to be some home appliance product. As scheduled to launch soon this month (7 March), it seems that Xiaomi has been in collaboration with some subsidiary brands in manufacturing these products through crowdfunding.

Looking at the teaser posters, Xiaomi will be releasing a coffee maker. If you’re wondering why would Xiaomi make such a move, it’s actually quite a good move since according to an analysis report; there is actually an increasing number of coffee consumption in China, in fact, there is a 3% of retail volume sales reaching 65 thousand tons just last year. With Xiaomi’s reputation of producing economical products, this should be great news for people who are looking for an affordable coffee machine.

In other news, Lei Jun, Xiaomi CEO also made an announcement at a media press conference earlier, that the company is heading into using the full potential of A.I. in their products. As he hopes that the company will achieve “the implementation of a national strategy on artificial intelligence”, he said artificial intelligence is the future of technology, so hence Xiaomi will focus on releasing key products based on that.

So what do you think? Would you like an A.I. coffee maker that knows how you like your morning coffee? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at Technave.com.


Xiaomi to launch 10 new stores and offering RM200 off on Xiaomi 11T series for one day only

Today, Xiaomi Malaysia has announced that there will be 10 new grand opening Xiaomi Stores across Semenanjung Malaysia, as well as a new service centre in Mid Valley Megamall, Kuala Lumpur on 23 October. In conjunction with the launch, the company plans to celebrate it by offering RM200 off on the Xiaomi 11T and Xiaomi 11T Pro for one day only at 12 PM on 25 October.

As a reminder, the Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro's starting price from RM1699 and RM2099 respectively. With the RM200 discount, that means you can get yourself a new Xiaomi flagship from RM1499 and RM1899 for the vanilla and pro respectively. On the other hand, there will also be a special Xiaomi AIoT sale from 23 - 25 October 2021. Then from 23 -31 October, customers can bring their out-of-warranty smartphone devices at Xiaomi’s Mid Valley Megamall Service Centre at 50% OFF on the labour fee.

Besides that, the first 50 customers will also get a FREEfree exclusive, limited-edition Xiaomi Coffee Cup Set at the service centre. You may refer to the tables below for the list of new launching deals and Xiaomi Stores:

That's all, folks. Stay healthy and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi to launch a smartphone with Samsung's 200MP sensor in H2 2022

Samsung had launched the 200MP ISOCELL HP1 sensor earlier, but the Korean tech giant is not using it in its upcoming Galaxy S22 series. Now, it looks like Xiaomi will do the job by debuting a smartphone with the sensor in the second half of 2022.

According to the latest information from the tipster Ice Universe, Xiaomi will utilize Samsung's 200MP sensor in H2 2022, while Samsung will only use it in 2023. It's worth mentioning that Xiaomi won't be the first to release a device with a 200MP camera, as a recent rumour suggests that Motorola will be the first instead.

The ISOCELL HP1 is a huge 1/1.22-inch sensor. It also features 0.64um-sized pixels and can produce 50MP or 12.5MP images thanks to pixel binning tech. Samsung is also using the all-new pixel-binning technology here called "ChameleonCell". When it gets dark, the sensor that uses 2×2 pixel binning transforms into a 50MP camera with 1.28um-sized pixels.

Are you excited about seeing how the camera will perform in real life? Leave a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Xiaomi to launch new CC series for the youth market

As mentioned in our earlier post, Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun won't be making any new Mi Max and Mi Note series this year. However, he also talked about having a new lineup series called CC that's targeted towards the youth. Let's see what is it all about.

According to Lei Jun, the new CC series is “designed to be a flagship for photography and selfies with both front and back cameras”. So in other words, it will be heavily focused on the camera which is supervised by a newfound partnership between Xiaomi and Meitu. Together, they are collaborating in taking selfies to the next level. The CC is also a short form for Chic & Cool, Camera & Clicks, and Colour & Captivating.

Although no CC smartphones have been officially named, we have leaks and tech specs of the two CC devices from TENAA from China. The first one is the CC9e, a mid-range tier phone featuring a Snapdragon 710 chipset, up to 8GB of RAM and 128GB storage (eMMC 5.1), a 5.97-inch AMOLED display and housing a pretty big 32MP selfie snapper. The back is where the triple rear 48MP + 8MP + 5MP camera, as well as supporting an in-display fingerprint sensor, Hi-Res audio and USB Type-C for the 3500mAh battery (w/ 18W fast charging).

On the other hand, the CC9 is not that different from its younger brother. It packs a Snapdragon 730 chipset, same RAM memory but the storage goes up to 256GB (UFS 2.1), a bigger AMOLED display that also has the same front camera, while the back has a 48MP + 16MP + 12MP camera configuration. The battery is bigger as well with 4000mAh with 27W charging. Other features mentioned in the CC9e is the same.

It's not known if Xiaomi plans to export this new CC series globally, we will have to wait for its China release to see how well the reception is then they can consider it. Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Apple iPhone SE 2018 could be revealed this year

Are you ready for another rumour train from Apple? Last year, we were betting on the iPhone SE 2017 model but alas, it never happened and was quickly shot down during Apple's annual WWDC event. However, thanks to new sources, new rumours are suggesting that there will be a new iPhone SE again this year, according to the Taiwanese market research firm TrendForce.

It isn't just TrendForce, but Taiwan's Economic Daily News is also claiming that Apple is secretly working on it and it's being developed by Wistron, one of Apple's supplier in Taiwan. Since it's an SE model, we can safely assume it will cater to the mid-range market, most probably with the A10 Fusion chipset since the original SE is using an A9 chipset. If the SE 2018 is indeed using the A10 Fusion chipset, then we can count out the Face ID feature that is used in the iPhone X, as it won't have the power to utilize it. That also means it's likely to have the capacitive home button at the front and won't be in full frontal display just like the iPhone X.

Do you know anyone who still prefers a small screen size smartphone? Should Apple make another iPhone SE model? By the way, if you want to have your iPhone battery replaced, Machines and Switch are offering them now, until then stay tuned for more Apple news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi to launch new smart home products globally on 26 July 2021

If there's one device category that hasn't gotten much traction yet, it would have to be smart home products. Not many see value in that since you can do a lot of things manually. But maybe Xiaomi could change some minds with a global launch tonight.

That's right, Xiaomi will be launching a new smart home series on 26 July 2021 (8 PM MYT). It should be noted that the announcement was posted on the Xiaomi Global account, which indicates that the company is targeting the global market. If that's the case, Xiaomi Malaysia could decide to sell these new products here as well.

Are you ready to start a new journey with all of our exciting new products?One day to go! Tune in tomorrow evening at 20:00 (GMT+8)! #SmartLivingForEveryone pic.twitter.com/yb92CJEPCC

Previously, Xiaomi sells smart home products like vacuum robots, kitchen appliances, light bulbs, routers, and more. While we don't know what would be launched this time, most of the products should fall within Xiaomi's existing product portfolio. Of course, we might see some innovative new products too.

Xiaomi does retail some of its smart home products in Malaysia, so we can assume that these new models will launch here eventually. With that said, what are your thoughts on smart home devices? Are they worth buying for you? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Xiaomi to launch own in-house SoC on 28th February

News of Xiaomi developing its own system-on-a-chip first broke in mid-2015 when the vice president of the processor manufacturer, Leadcore announced a partnership with Xiaomi. It looks like the partnership is finally starting to show results, as Xiaomi has officially announced that they’ll be unveiling its first in-house SoC, dubbed, “Pinecore” on 28th February.

While details regarding the chipset is a little scarce at the moment, Xiaomi will now be the second Chinese smartphone manufacturer (after Huawei) to produce its own SoC. In fact, only three other smartphone manufacturers in the world produce their own chipsets. Samsung, Apple and Huawei, respectively, produces the Exynos, A-series and Kirin chipsets.

Do note that “Pinecore” is not the official name for the chipset, and is merely a direct translation from the Chinese term. Guess we shall have to wait for more details to surface during the unveiling on 28th February then. Stay tuned on TechNave for further details regarding this interesting new development from Xiaomi soon.


Xiaomi to launch the 6.9-inch Mi Max 3 on 19 July 2018

The rumour mill of the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 is not really on a roll here, but here's what we know so far from our last report. The device is going to be a huge one just as what the series is known for, coming with a 5500mAh battery and a 6.9-inch display which are confirmed from a leaked product box shot.

Previously, the figures seem kind of too good to be true but I think we can pretty much confirm the tech-specs thanks to the aforementioned box earlier. Not only that, Xiaomi has also released an official promotion poster online showcasing the almost bezel-less display with no notch (yes!) and it looks pretty great. It looks like there won't be any physical home button and navigation keys so we can assume the fingerprint sensor will be behind and the device will use a virtual navigation key.

While there aren't any specs mentioned on the poster, the rumoured specs tally well with the figures on the box - the display will be 6.9-inch with an 18:9 aspect ratio and there will be a 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera. Of course, we talked about the humongous 5500mAh battery and as for the memory capacity, it will run on 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage with USB Type-C as its port.

So that's all we know "officially" for now so, until 19 July 2018, full details will be revealed in China so stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi to launch the Mini Host, its first-ever desktop PC during the Xiaomi 13 series event tomorrow

Previously, we reported that Xiaomi is holding a launching event in China tomorrow (1 December 2022) where it will be unveiling the Xiaomi 13 series, Watch S2, Buds 4 and MIUI 4. Well, it looks like the Chinese tech giant is also launching another new product during the event, the Xiaomi Mini Host, its first-ever desktop PC.

Revealed by the Xiaomi Notebook official Weibo account, the Mini Host is touted as being the first in a new series of desktop PCs by Xiaomi. Currently, Xiaomi has quite a successful laptop lineup under the Xiaomi Notebook and Redmibook series, and it’s only natural for the company to expand to desktop PCs as well.

In the Weibo post, Xiaomi positioned the upcoming desktop PC as a “high-performance hardcore productivity tool” with a cool design, though no further details were given regarding its specs. However, based on its name and the attached teaser poster, it looks likely for the Mini Host to be a compact mini PC with a boxy-shaped design.

The teaser image and name also make the Mini Host look like something akin to the Apple Mac Mini. Well, this is mere speculation for now, as we’d have to wait until tomorrow’s launching event to know the actual specs and design of the Mini Host.

So, what do you guys think of Xiaomi’s expansion into the desktop PC market? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


Xiaomi to launch the Redmi Note 9 series on 30 April 2020

[Update]: You can watch the live launch on Xiaomi Malaysia's official website at 8PM onwards.

Based on a statement by on Xiaomi's Twitter account, it seems that they are is planning on unveiling the Redmi Note 9 series on 30 April 2020 for the global market. But that’s not all, there is also a huge possibility that the Redmi Note 9 Pro, as well as the Redmi Note 9 Pro Max will be unveiled as well.

While not much is officially known in regards to the smartphone series, techradar has mentioned that it will come equipped with up to a Helio G85 chipset, 6GB of RAM, up to 128GB of internal storage, 6.53-inch display as well as a 5020mAh internal battery. Camera-wise, we can expect to see a 48MP + 8MP + 2MP and a 13MP front-facing selfie camera.

The legend of #RedmiNoteSeries continues! Get ready to meet the newest members of #RedmiNote9Series as well as other great Xiaomi products! #NoMiWithoutYou pic.twitter.com/iWpxwDgCWm

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement in regards to the leaked tech specs. Not only that, but there is no info on the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the Redmi Note 9 series for now.

Would you be interested in getting the new smartphone series by Xiaomi 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.


Xiaomi to name the Mi 10 Pro Plus as the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra outside of China

Based on a statement by Xiaomi co-founder Lei Jun, it seems that the Xiaomi Mi 10 Pro Plus will be called the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra instead. However, it is best to note that the aforementioned device will only be named the Mi 10 Ultra outside China because in China the device will still be called the Mi 10 Supreme Edition.

Other than that, Lei Jun did not provide more information in regards to the pricing and availability of the Mi 10 Ultra for now. There were mentions that there could be another variant called the Collector’s Edition which will most likely be unveiled alongside the Ultra in the near future.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra as soon as it is available Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like as the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi to present a new 100W charging technology in H2 2022

Although Xiaomi already has its 120W fast charging technology out in the wild, it still planning to release a new 100W charging technology. According to the source, we could be seeing it on smartphones that are coming out in the second half of 2022.

If you wonder why Xiaomi is still making 100W charging rather than something higher, it could be the reason that the higher the charging capacity, the quicker the battery degrades. Therefore, the company has to strike a balance between charging speed and battery health.

Besides this 100W charging, the Chinese tech company is also rumoured to debut its 200W charging around the same time. Previously, a modified Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro with the technology was able to take only 8 minutes to reach 100%, and it's impressive. The technology is also said to pair with a self-developed "ring-shaped cold pump cooling system" that will help keep heat generation under check since 200W is no joke.

Are you excited about seeing these new charging technologies from Xiaomi? Leave a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Xiaomi to release 10 or more 5G smartphones by 2020

Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun has recently announced during the World Internet Conference, stating that they will be releasing up to ten or more 5G-capable smartphones by the year 2020. As of now, the Chinese smartphone manufacturer has already unveiled several 5G smartphones such as the Mi 9 Pro 5G, Mi MIX 5G as well as the Mi Mix Alpha which has almost an all-screen body display.

With that said, it is not certain whether the majority of the 5G-capable Xiaomi smartphones will be available in Malaysia until the second half of 2020. This is due to the fact that the 5G infrastructure in Malaysia is not as developed compared to countries like the US, UK, and South Korea. However, MCMC has recently stated that they are investing up to RM116 million to have 5G tested in 6 Malaysian states.

Would you be interested in getting a Xiaomi smartphone with 5G in the near future? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi to release 75-inch 4K TV, Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2 and more on 8 February 2021

Based on a report by 91mobiles.com, it seems that Xiaomi will be releasing several products such as the Xiaomi Mi 11 smartphone, 75-inch Mi QLED 4k TV, as well as the Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2 on 8 February 2021. But that’s not all, it seems that Xiaomi will also release the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team Edition of the Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2 during the launch as well.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi 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 regarding all the products mentioned above.

Would you be interested in getting the smartphone, smart TV, or electric scooter from Xiaomi 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.


Xiaomi to release a new OLED panel equipped Mi TV soon?

Looks like Xiaomi’s General Manager of Xiaomi TV has recently shared a picture on Weibo hinting that Xiaomi could be releasing another Xiaomi TV that’s equipped with an OLED panel in the near future. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date, it does give us a better idea of what to expect from Xiaomi in the coming months.

Other than what was mentioned, there is no official information in regards to the exact tech specs such as the screen size, resolution of the smart TV as well as its price. However, Digital Chat Station did mention on the user’s weibo account stating that it will most likely be relatively affordable to make it more accessible for consumers.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Xiaomi releasing a new Xiaomi TV that’s equipped with OLED? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple iPhone SE 2022 could face production cut next quarter as demand is low

The Apple iPhone SE 2022 that launched earlier might not be doing as good as the tech giant thought. According to the latest report, Apple is cutting down the device's production by 20%, as the demand is lower than expected.

Nikki Asia states that Apple will carry out the plan for the next quarter. The source also mentions that it could be that the Ukraine war and looming inflation have started to dent consumer electronics demand. Furthermore, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has given two cents by estimating that the shipment in 2022 will be from 15 to 20M rather than 25 to 30M, which was estimated previously.

9to5 Mac's take on the production cut is Apple might have pushed the iPhone 8-based form factor as far as it can. Although the new iPhone SE has brought along a more powerful processor and stronger glass, customers could be more fond of the modern iPhone design without the Home button.

What is your opinion on the production cut? Do you think the iPhone SE 2022 is a good purchase at this time? Leave a comment to let us know your answers to those questions, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Xiaomi to release a tablet to rival the iPad Pro in the near future?

It seems that a report by XDA-developers.com hints that Xiaomi could be working on a premium tablet to take on Apple’s iPad Pro series. With that being said, we can expect the tablet to come equipped with flagship features such as 120Hz high-resolution display, high battery capacity, Snapdragon 888 chipset, as well as stylus support.

However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi 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.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting a premium tablet from Xiaomi? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi to release an 8K TV with 5G capabilities on 28 September 2020

It seems that Xiaomi has recently uploaded a promotional poster, hinting that they will be unveiling a Xiaomi 8K TV that’s equipped with 5G connectivity on 28 September 2020. While not much is known in regards to the price, our source mentioned that the TV is able to stream 8K content with minimal struggles thanks to the 5G capabilities.

Other than that, there’s also no mention on the tech specs, Malaysia release date, and well as local pricing for now, so you might want to stay tuned for that. With all that said, would you be interested in getting a Xiaomi 8K TV with 5G capabilities 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.


Xiaomi to release three 12S Series smartphones on 4 July 2022, including an Ultra model

Xiaomi has today confirmed that it will be holding a launch event for its 12S Series smartphones on 4 July 2022 at 7pm local time in China. Three new models are set to be unveiled during the event, including the Xiaomi 12S, 12S Pro and 12S Ultra.

Blasting out teasers of the smartphone lineup on its various social media pages, Xiaomi is touting the 12S Series as the ‘new ear of mobile photography’. The wording and teaser poster thus allude to the Chinese tech giant’s continued strategic partnership with Leica for its latest device lineup.

Furthermore, on its official Weibo page, Xiaomi confirmed that there are three variants in the 12S lineup, with the addition of the 12S Ultra definitely something fans have been waiting for. The teaser poster on the post also revealed that all three variants will have exponentially bigger sizes, with the Ultra being the largest of them all (hence the name).

Besides the name of the three 12S models as well as the collaboration with Leica, Xiaomi didn’t reveal any other details on the smartphones. Hence, we just have to wait until this 4th of July to find out the specs and features.

So, are you excited for the Xiaomi 12S Series? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news!


Xiaomi to reveal Mi 6 and Mi VR Play 2 officially on 19 April 2017

So, Xiaomi has just announced that on 19 April 2017 they will be releasing two products - the Mi 6 and a brand new Mi VR Play 2 headgear. While the Mi 6 has no actual price revealed, the Mi VR Play 2 will just cost 99 Yuan (around RM64) and will come in black. Below are some more details on the headgear and Mi 6.

Comparing with the previous VR headgear, the new one now has a pill-shaped size for the front and more curvy, fitting a human’s head more instead of a rectangular one. The strap has also been changed to a single elastic nylon, whereas the previous one was an adjustable strap kind.

Inside the VR glass, it has a 93-degree FOV and wrapped with an elastic cotton called “dragon cloth” (what, lol). Overall, the headgear measures in 129 x 191 x 120mm and weighs 183g and can carry phones between 4.7-5.7-inch.

As for the Mi 6, this is all we can see from the page and speculations have it that there will be two variants based on 3GB RAM + 64GB and 6GB RAM + 128GB ROM models. Processor and display is said to be the same, carrying Snapdragon 835 SoC and 5.15-inch panel. Another difference would be the camera which the Mi 6 Plus will have a huge 30MP camera, while the other only has 12MP. Same goes to the battery to with 4000 mAh (Mi 6 Plus) and 3200 mAh (Mi 6).

Are you looking forward 19 April 2017 next week? Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi to roll out live translations on MIUI 12.5 for selected smartphones

If you like watching videos in other languages on YouTube, this bit of news could be interesting for you. Xiaomi has been working on a feature called Xiaoai, which will be released next month. This is basically a live translation that will be added to MIUI 12.5.

According to Gizmochina, sources have provided photos of the Xiaoai Translation in action. It uses AI to live translate content like video meetings, voice calls, and live videos/streams. In other words, you should be able to use this with platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and more. We're not sure how many languages it can translate yet, but it can at least translate Chinese to English.

The feature will be added to MIUI 12.5 in September 2021 and will support a total of 15 smartphones from Xiaomi and Redmi. This includes the Xiaomi 11, Xiaomi 10s, Redmi K40 Pro, and more. Besides the live translation, Xiaomi has also been working on a Battery Health Indicator, which the company could add to MIUI 12.5 or MIUI 13.

A live translation feature that's not locked to a platform can be useful, especially when it comes to video. But what do you think about that? Will other brands benefit from having the same feature? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Xiaomi to start mass production for its automobile in early 2024

It's been a well-known fact that Xiaomi has started to focus on manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs). But during a meeting recently, Lei Jun, CEO of Xiaomi said that Xiaomi Auto has been making good progress and mass production is expected to begin in the first half of 2024.

According to sources, Xiaomi has already invested more than 3 billion Yuan (~RM1.9 billion) into the automobile business. The research and development (R&D) team has also grown to over 2300 staff and about 17 billion Yuan (~RM10 billion) was spent on R&D last year. For this year, Lei Jun plans to invest more than 20 billion Yuan (~RM12.9 billion) and at least 100 billion Yuan (~RM64.5 billion) in the next five years.

EVs are becoming more popular and Malaysia is slowly adapting to them. So far, current automobile brands such as Mercedez and GWM have been launching a few EVs of their own, and GoCar is actively promoting GoEV Car Sharing rates as well as adding more locations for the public. Even Apple is reportedly looking to get into the automobile industry.

We are still pretty far from seeing what a Xiaomi EV could offer, but have you been riding one by yourself? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi to unveil high-end 120Hz TV with RGB lighting in China on 2 July 2020

It seems that Xiaomi could be unveiling a new high-end TV in China on 2 July 2020, and it comes equipped with 120Hz display, Dolby Surround Sound, as well as RGB light strips. While not much is known in regards to the exact tech specs of the aforementioned TV, we do know that it will be priced much higher due based on our source.

With all that said, do take some of the information mentioned with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks. Not only that, but there is also no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now.

Would you be interested in getting the new high-end Xiaomi TV 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.


Xiaomi to use Mi 10 Ultra for remote control a car via 5G

As technologies improve, more and more things become possible. In particular, 5G is expected to be able to accomplish a lot and Xiaomi wants to demonstrate that later today. What the company has in mind is to use a Mi 10 Ultra to remote control a car using 5G.

Yesterday, Xiaomi dropped a Weibo post asking if it was possible for a smartphone to remotely control a car. The company wants to test the possibility by hosting a 'virtual' car race, which will involve real cars connected to a low-latency 5G SA (Standalone Access) network. The test will be conducted before noon, so we'll probably get more news soon. This is almost guaranteed to be the Mercedes-Benz collaboration that was first teased last week.

Is this going to be an autonomous Mercedes-Benz with collision detection?

In addition to that, Xiaomi Vice President Chang Cheng posted an image showing a feature for such a remote-controlled car. It'll be able to detect incoming cars, which will be important as it can help the user avoid accidents while controlling the car. The interface of the remote control app can also track the speed of the car and switch gears as needed.

The Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra was launched in China last month, but you'll be glad to know that it'll be available in Malaysia too. With that said, what do you think about Xiaomi's special project? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for updates on this.


Xiaomi unveiled the 1MORE TWS with 24-hour battery life from ~RM207

Xiaomi has officially unveiled the 1MORE True Wireless Stereo earbuds which come equipped with up to 24-hour battery life, and it starts from the price of RM207. In terms of the colours, the earbuds are available in three different colours including black, pink, gold, and mint green.

In terms of the tech specs, the 1MORE earbuds come equipped with a Qualcomm chipset, Bluetooth 5.0, supports aptX/AAC format, 7mm drivers and it is able to achieve 3 hours of playback in just 15 minutes of charging thanks to its 410mAh internal battery. Unfortunately, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now.

Would you be interested in getting the 1MORE True Wireless Stereo earbuds 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.


Xiaomi unveiled the MIUI 12 which will be available from June 2020 onwards

Xiaomi has officially unveiled the MIUI 12, which comes with various new features and improvement such as Super Wallpapers, Floating windows, and more. In terms of the availability date, the new update is expected to be rolled out globally starting from the end of June 2020 onwards and it will be available on all Xiaomi smartphones that support it.

To go into more detail, the MIUI 12 comes with much better privacy protection which allows the user to take note of an application’s behaviour as well as find out what kind of information it collects. Not only that, but it will also notify you whenever an application requests for sensitive information such as the location of the user at the top of the smartphone.

Other than that, MIUI 12 also introduces the Floating Windows feature which gives the user more flexibility when it comes to multitasking. This new feature also introduces various new gestures that the user could take advantage of in order to quickly enlarge or close an applicating while using floating windows.

But that’s not all, there’s also the new Super Wallpaper feature which is an interactive wallpaper that reacts whenever you unlock the smartphone. Not only that but if you were to activate the Dark Mode feature which is also found on the MIUI 12, you’ll be greeted with a night version of the wallpaper.

Last but not least, MIUI 12 comes with better animations and visual feedback when connecting to a Wi-Fi network, power consumption, as well as storing notes into a folder. This is not only more immersive, but the user will also be able to obtain more information at a glance.

With all that said, would you be interested in updating your Xiaomi smartphone to the MIUI 12 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.


Apple iPhone SE 3 could look like iPhone 11, and will be the last iPhone with LCD screen

You probably have gotten tired of the news reporting how the iPhone SE 3 will look, but we still have to tell you this one. Earlier, a Japanese source surfaced and claimed that the upcoming budget iPhone won't have any design changes but will use the latest the A15 Bionic chip. However, this new information totally conflicts with the previous one by saying Apple will give it a design upgrade after all.

According to JP Morgan Chase, the tech giant is planning to adopt an iPhone 11 design on the iPhone SE 3. If you want to know why, it's all about the numbers. It's said that the iPhone 11 was a global hot sale and Apple might want to keep that going. Therefore, the screen could be upgraded to a 6.1-inch LCD notch display, and it will also become the last iPhone with an LCD panel.

Other than that, it's also suggested that the iPhone SE 3 could bring a 12MP dual-camera solution with a 120° ultra-wide-angle lens. There's also better optical image stabilization for a better camera experience. Of course, we still have to take this with a pinch of salt as there are too many rumours of the iPhone SE 3's design out there, and it's hard for us to know which one of them is accurate.

Would the iPhone SE 3 attract you even more if it has an iPhone 11 design? Let us know your thoughts on this by leaving a comment! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more iPhone news.


Xiaomi unveiled the MIUI 12 with various new features such as Xiaomi Health, AI Call and more.

Recently, Xiaomi unveiled their latest MIUI 12 Android skin which will be available on all Xiaomi and Redmi devices very soon. In terms of new features, the updated Android skin comes with new animations, new navigation gestures, cleaner UI, as well as various security features to keep the user's private information safe.

Not only that, but there are also new privacy features called Flare, Barbed Wire, as well as Mask System which keeps a log of all the permissions and sensitive information used by any apps on your mobile phone. It also lets you create a virtual identity which can be used to spoof any apps that are attempting to record your personal information without your consent.

There are also other new functionalities such as multi-window, picture-in-picture, AI calling and more which will be rolled out from today onwards. What are your thoughts on the features mentioned above which are available on MIUI 12? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi unveiled the Redmi AirDots 2 TWS at only ~RM48 in China

Xiaomi recently unveiled the Redmi AirDots 2 TWS earphones, which sold more than 3 million units in China due to the fact that it’s only priced at RMB79 (~RM48). However, once the crowdfunding campaign is over, the aforementioned earphones will revert back to its retail price of RMB99 (~RM60).

In terms of the tech specs, the wireless earphones come equipped with 7.2mm drivers as well as Bluetooth 5.0 support. But that’s not all, it’s able to last up to a total of 12 hours and it also features noise reduction technology which helps immerses the listener by reducing the noise of their surroundings.

Unfortunately, there is no official information on whether the Redmi AirDots 2 TWS will be coming to Malaysia and the local pricing for now. Would you be interested in getting the earphones 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.


Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi Mi Power Bank 3 with 18W fast charging at ~RM101

It seems that Xiaomi recently unveiled the Mi Power Bank 3 which comes with up to 18W fast charging, and it will be priced at RMB169 (~RM101). While there is no official information on when it will be coming to Malaysia, we do know that it is currently listed on JD.com for pre-order.

Unlike it’s the older brother, the 50W variant of the aforementioned powerbank has a 50W fast charging instead of 18W. However, it comes equipped with a significantly larger 30000mAh battery capacity instead of only 20000mAh available on the 50W variant.

With all that said, there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the Mi Power Bank 3 for now. Would you be interested in getting the 18W variant or the 50W variant of the powerbank? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi unveiled the Xiaomi Pure Anti-Pollution Respirator at RM159

Xiaomi has officially unveiled the Xiaomi Pure Anti-Pollution Respirator, which is available for purchase on aihome.com at the price of RM159. In terms of the features, the aforementioned respirator comes equipped with a thin fan with adjustable speed in order to provide a much more comfortable breathing experience to the wearer.

In terms of battery life, the fan is rechargeable via MicroUSB cable and it is able to last up to 8 hours on a single charge which is more than enough to get through the day. The entire assembly is foldable and it weighs only 50.5g, which makes it very portable when not in use.

As for the filter, the mask utilizes the nano-fibre electret filtering technology which is able to achieve PM2.5 filtration efficiency by up to 99%. With all that said, would you be interested in purchasing the Xiaomi Pure Anti-Pollution Respirator? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi unveiled their first 27-inch gaming monitor with up to 165Hz refresh rate, 2K resolution and more

Last week, we reported that Xiaomi plans to launch some gaming monitors and they finally revealed their first one. According to sources, this new Xiaomi gaming monitor is under a crowdfunding price for 1899 Yuan (~RM1144) and will be available on the Xiaomi Mall (in China) at 10AM, 17 June. The recommended retail price is 2199 Yuan (~RM1325).

With the price going over RM1000, you can expect this gaming monitor to feature some good features. The IPS screen panel measures 27-inches with a 2560 x 1440 resolution, supporting up to 165Hz refresh rate, and a 1ms IMBC fast response. Besides that, there it also supports 95% DCI-P3 colour gamut, DisplayHDR 400, low Blue Light (certified), and finally, an Adaptive-Sync synchronization technology.

Ergonomic support is also available, as you can even mount the gaming monitor on a wall with a rotating bracket via a magnetic back cover. For the ports, you can expect to see a HDMI port, as well as a USB 3.0, DP and even a 3.5mm headphone jack port. On the website, it comes with a 3-year warranty and after-sales engineer on-site service.

Will Xiaomi Malaysia import this bad boy into Malaysia? Time will tell, but we think they totally should as there is a growing demand for gaming monitors ever since the pandemic started, particularly those who are still working from home upgrading their workstation. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi unveiled their very first smartwatch with eSIM and Snapdragon 3100 from ~RM767

Alongside the launch of the Xiaomi CC9 Pro and Xiaomi TV 5 Pro, Xiaomi has also unveiled the Xiaomi Smartwatch starting from the price of RMB1299(~RM767). In terms of the tech specs, it comes equipped with the Snapdragon 3100 4G chipset, 1.78-inch AMOLED display, eSIM support and a battery life of up to 36 hours on a single charge.

Not only that, but it also comes with support for WiFi, Bluetooth connectivity, NFC, GPS and it is also capable of making calls. In addition to that, it also comes with MIUI installed, which is similar to that of a Xiaomi smartphone. Furthermore, Xiaomi has mentioned that the smartwatch has more than 100 different watch faces along with more than 40 apps which can be downloaded from the watch itself.

The Xiaomi Smartwatch is also waterproof, due to the fact that it is able to track up to 10 different activities including swimming. Other than that, there is also a limited edition Xiaomi Smartwatch which comes with Sapphire Glass, stainless steel bezels as well as a watch strap from the price RMB1999(~RM1181).

As of now, there is no official news in terms of the Malaysia release date and local pricing of the Xiaomi Smartwatch. Would you be interested in getting the Xiaomi Smartwatch 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.


Xiaomi unveils Mi Air Charge Technology that lets you charge remotely without a cable or charging stand

So besides from teasing the Xiaomi Mi 11 coming into the Malaysian market soon, Xiaomi Global just shared their very first remote charging technology. Called as the Mi Air Charge Technology, it's able to charge multiple devices without the need cables or charging stands.

From Xiaomi's official Mi blog, the Mi Air Charge Technology is a box-shaped device that features 144 antennas transmits millimetre-wide waves directly to the phone. To perform a true wireless charging experience, Xiaomi integrated a tiny antenna array with an in-built beacon antenna and receiving antenna array. With this, it allows the Xiaomi phone to covert the millimetre wave signal into electric energy which charges it up.

As great as it may sound, the box is only capable of remotely charging up to 5W. For the wireless-charging distance, it is said to be done within several metres and multiple devices can be charged at the same time with 5W each. Xiaomi is also planning to integrate smart wearable devices for the Mi Air Charge Technology, as well as other smart devices such as speakers, desk lamps and others in the future.

At the moment, the Mi Air Charge Technology is not on commercial sale (yet). But what do you think of this? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi unveils Mi Band 2 for RM94

Xiaomi recently unveiled their latest and most advanced successor to the Mi Band, the Xiaomi Mi Band 2. Surprisingly, the price still remains affordable at RMB 149 (RM94) with some new features. It packs tech specs of heart-rate and sleep tracker, OLED screen, 20-day battery life, IP67 water resistant, ADI accelerometer and optical heart rate sensor, Anodized 0.05mm ultra-thin button, upgraded pedometer algorithm, Hypoallergenic silicone band and second-gen Bluetooth 4.0 for stable connections.

So far, the Mi Band 2 has not been appearing on Xiaomi's official website yet, but they did unveil the product at its official Facebook page. There's no release date for global and Malaysia market at the moment, but it shouldn't be long until we may be able to order one.


Xiaomi unveils Mijia Sneakers 4, the machine-washable shoes for ~RM123

One thing that many still find unusual about Xiaomi is how it has products in vastly different fields. The company even makes shoes, with the latest one being the Mijia Sneakers 4 that was launched recently. As the number suggests, this is the fourth generation of the Mijia Sneakers and it comes with a few improvements.

According to Mydrivers, the Mijia Sneakers 4 is a sports shoe designed to be lightweight. Xiaomi used a uni-moulding manufacturing technique to integrate its midsoles with four sole components to then form a single 'unibody'. This results in a pair of shoes that will be more comfortable to wear. Supposedly, the midsole itself is made using lightweight elastic polymer materials that will make you feel like you're stepping on cotton candy.

Also, the straps are pre-tied into a shape similar to fish bones that helps with wearing comfort. Another advantage these shoes have is that you can clean it using a washing machine. It also comes with Microban antibacterial material, which should help in reducing odour.

If you're interested in getting a new pair of sports shoes, the Mijia Sneakers 4 is expected to launch on 9 April 2020 for an affordable 199 yuan (~RM123). It's available in grey, blue, and black colours, as well as sizes of 39 to 44. With that said, would you be interested in these? let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Xiaomi unveils its 6.44-inch phablet Mi Max, and MIUI 8 in China

Today, Xiaomi has revealed both the Xiaomi Mi Max and their latest operating system the MIUI 8. The Mi Max will be available in China first on 17 May through online channels including Mi.com, and across the country's Mi Home outlets. Without further ado, below are the official specifications:

In the features corner, it has the Sunlight Display for more accurate colours even in bright conditions (similar to the Redmi Note 3's Reading Mode feature), fingerprint sensor is also present, and can support up to 14 hours of streaming video (via Wi-Fi) in a single charge, thanks to the massive battery and optimisations found in MIUI 8. Along with the Adreno 510 graphics system inside, the Mi Max is ideal for great multimedia and gaming experience.

Mi Max (Snapdragon 650, 3GB + 32GB) will be available at RMB 1499 (around RM931). The Snapdragon 652 variant with 64GB storage (3GB RAM) and 128GB storage (4GB RAM) will retail at RMB 1699 (around RM1055) and RMB 1999 (around RM1242) respectively.

On the other hand, the MIUI 8 comes with a brand new look and exciting new features inspired by the kaleidoscope. Comes with bold colours, interactive animations and system fonts including Xiaomi’s very own Mi Lanting font, it's capable of cloning apps and manage multiple accounts on the same phone. This means that users can have two instances of a messaging app on the same phone that correspond to different accounts, removing the inconvenience of having to log in and out on the same app.

Users can also split their smartphones into two accounts, which means that a different password or fingerprint can be imprinted to access a different home screen entirely, with different apps and data that are completely independent. With such customization, users can choose to merge certain data such as the address book and call history.

MIUI 8 has also improved several functions and apps, such examples are:

Xiaomi CEO and founder Lei Jun said: “MIUI 8 is our best operating system to date featuring several innovative breakthroughs. After six years of continuous iterations and upgrades, MIUI has become more user-friendly, presenting boundless opportunities as a mobile Internet platform especially when coupled with a Xiaomi smartphone.”

Beta testing for MIUI 8 in China will start on 1 June, while the developer ROM will be released on 17 June with support for Mi 2 / 2S / 3 / 4 / 4c / 4S / 5 / Max, the entire Redmi and Redmi Note series, as well as the Mi Note series. That's all from Xiaomi today, stay tuned for Xi Max's availability and pricing for Malaysia at Technave.com!


5 more fake news busted such as being fined going out of your home, an airborned COVID-19 and more

Update - We found three more hilarious fake news, read on below!

Today, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) just released an official statement on some new fake news that have been circulating around. In this short announcement, somebody has apparently been forwarding fake news about people being fined for stepping outside of their houses. This is of course, ridiculous to begin with and there's more.

According to the statement, the third pointer said that "Apart from foodpanda, GrabFood and restaurants that are allowed to send deliveries, whoever leaves the house with the intention of sending meal deliveries will be fined RM1000. Although personally, I haven't seen this floating around social media yet but MCMC would like you to know that this is fake news.

[31 Mac 2020, 9:00 pagi]PEMAKLUMAN BERITA PALSUBerikut merupakan PENAFIAN tentang beberapa berita yang tular di media sosial.#COVID19#DudukRumah#MCMC#Sebenarnyamy#TidakPastiJanganKongsi pic.twitter.com/SBpoQRllUi

Beware of false claims on social media!1. There is NO evidence that #COVID19 is airborne2. Chlorine dioxide will NOT protect you despite claims of the 'health tag'. No research shows this chemical to be an effective treatment, cure or prevention of #coronavirus@KKMPutrajaya

Besides that, the other two fake news are regarding the district police force in Tawau, Sabah which received unreasonable and incompatible messages about the Movement Control Order extension. On the other hand, the video footage of people crashing a supermarket in Jakarta actually took place in the US, which proved to be false as well. MCMC also retweeted false claims about COVID-19 which supposedly can be transmitted through the air. As tweeted by @WHOMalaysia (official page), there is still no evidence that the virus can be transmitted airborne. Also, chlorine dioxide will not protect you even if it has a "health tag". Like the airborne case, there is no research supporting this chemical to be an effective treatment.

Finally, there are three more reports by the Kementerian Komunikasi dan Multimedia Malaysia Twitter page about fake news:

Makluman Berita Palsu-31 Mac 2020 (Sehingga pukul 3.00 petang)Laporkan sebarang berita/maklumat yang diragui kesahihannya kepada kami melalui pautan https://t.co/YZ1XLnCtLp."JUST STAY AT HOME, DUDUK DI RUMAH & JANGAN KELUAR"#KKMM#COVID19Malaysia #PerintahKawalanPergerakan pic.twitter.com/1zPGK7JSL0

Some people really have the nerve to forward fake news without checking the source. We suspect that this just happened right after the new security measures announcement on the upcoming MCO Phase 2 on 1 April. If you're not sure, don't share!

For more accurate and better information about COVID-19, you may turn to your Facebook app and visit the COVID-19 Information Centre at the main menu page. Be informed, keep calm and stay tuned for more news at TechNave.com.


Apple iPhone SE 3 is about to enter trial production, expected to launch in March 2022

The next Apple iPhone SE is reported to arrive as early as Q1 2022. Now, good news has come. According to the latest information, the iPhone SE 3 is preparing to enter trial production soon, which means everything is on schedule.

ITHome, which revealed the information, also claimed that multiple component vendors were preparing to ship the iPhone SE 3. If nothing went wrong, the device would land in March. It's worth mentioning that it took four years for Apple to launch a successor to the first iPhone SE, and we're glad to see that the company is this quick to reveal another upgrade this time.

Furthermore, the report also brought some of the tech specs. The device is likely to sport a 4.7-inch Retina HD LCD with a Touch ID home button. It would also pack the latest A15 Bionic chipset paired with an external X60M 5G baseband chip. There might be a 3GB of RAM as well.

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


Xiaomi unveils near perfect bezel-less Mi Mix 2, selfie Mi Note 3 phone and Mi Notebook Pro starting from ~RM1608

Today, Xiaomi introduced not one, but three new products at its event. The new products are the Mi Mix 2, Mi Note 3 and a new Mi Notebook Pro laptop. Below is the official tech-specs so check it out below from what we saw on their livestream event.

On the tech-specs sheet, this is one of the most powerful Xiaomi smartphones, as well as a beautiful and unique looking smartphone that Xiaomi has ever crafted. While it did get bigger, but the overall size became smaller, shorter and narrower measuring 151.8 x 75.5 x mm, the bottom bezel is reduced up th 12% and the screen is curved on all sides. It was also announced that the new flagship will support 43 bands globally, which is good news for the internet lovers.

Aside from that, there is also a Special Edition in Black Ceramic design. This one carries 8GB + 128GB memory capacity and it cost 4699 Yuan (~RM3023), while the standard Mi Mix 2 6GB + 128GB costs 3599 Yuan (~RM2323) and 3999 Yuan (~RM2581) for the 6GB + 256GB variant.

Next, Xiaomi also gave us a big surprise on announcing the Mi Note 3. However, it turns out to be just a bigger version of the Mi 6 that focuses on the selfie lovers. Speaking of selfies, the Beautify Mode is really one of a kind as not only it offers females on a special Make Up feature that allows them to do make up digitally (such as removing those eye bags), but even for males as well.

Like the Mi Mix 2, the Mi Note 3 has three variants based on memory which are 2499 Yuan (~RM1608), 2899 Yuan (~RM1865) and 2999 Yuan (~RM1929).

Finally, Xiaomi also introduced a new laptop model - the Mi Notebook Pro. Nothing much interesting about this laptop except with the fact that it's more powerful that its predecessor. Starting prices with the 8GB i5 model is 5599 Yuan (~RM3602), 8GB i7 model for 6399 Yuan (~RM4117) and 16GB i7 model for 6999 Yuan (~RM4503).

No word on its availability to the Malaysia market yet, until then, stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi unveils new 10000mAh powerbank with 50W super fast-charge for ~RM147

Xiaomi has just officially revealed two new smartphones for the Mi 10 series today at a launch in China. Also announced was the new Xiaomi powerbank with a battery capacity of 10000mAh, capable of delivering up to 50W of fast-charge. The Xiaomi Power Bank 3 is priced at 249 yuan (~RM147) and will be available in China starting tomorrow.

As we've already mentioned in our article yesterday, the Mi 10 and Mi 10 Pro are expected to come with some great charging tech. The Mi 10 is able to support 30W fast-charging while the Mi 10 Pro can support 50W of fast-charge. With the Power Bank 3, you'll get 50W fast-charge on the go, allowing you to fully recharge the Mi 10 Pro in 45 minutes. You can also use its USB Type-A and USB Type-B ports to charge up to two devices at the same time, whether that be a laptop computer, Nintendo Switch, or smartphone.

For those who are often away from a power socket and want to charge their phone fast, this type of power bank is just the thing they need. Would you buy this if it comes to Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Xiaomi unveils new magnetic wireless technology, new wireless chargers up to 50W

Since Apple launched the MagSafe chargers, we're starting to see other companies move towards the use of magnetic wireless charging. OPPO is one of the first to reveal this type of tech for Android devices, but now Xiaomi is also part of the gang.

Yesterday, Xiaomi introduced its new magnetic wireless technology. The tech uses "small inductance + magnetic absorption" to deliver magnetic wireless charging of up to 50W. At the same time, it has 50% less energy loss and would have less chance of overheating. Moreover, the magnet is strong enough to clamp onto devices of up to 800g. This means that you can lift up your device by the charger if you want to.

Besides a brief overview of the technology, Xiaomi also revealed two new magnetic wireless chargers. The first is a 30W charger that can fully charge a 5000mAh battery within 86 minutes. Another one is a 50W magnetic wireless charger that cuts down that recharge time to 49 minutes. The 50W charger even comes with an air cooler to prevent the charger from overheating.

We expect Xiaomi to also launch magnetic wireless battery packs eventually. But what do you think of the new tech? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


Xiaomi unveils the CyberOne, its first full-size humanoid robot

Xiaomi during an event in China yesterday showed that it is more than just a smartphone company by unveiling its latest robotic product, a full-size humanoid robot called the CyberOne. Of course, this is not the company’s first venture into robotics as it has previously released the CyberDog, the famous robot dog with impressive capabilities.

Based on the presentation yesterday, CyberOne is on a whole new level compared to the CyberDog. A full-size humanoid which Xiaomi gave the nickname ‘Metal bro’ for some reason, the bionic robot is 177cm tall and weighs 52kg. Heck, Xiaomi even gave it a zodiac sign, which is Leo.

Moreover, its face is made of a curved OLED panel and it can see the world in 3D and hear its surroundings with its two built-in microphones. Xiaomi asserted that the CyberOne combines sophisticated mechatronics and artificial intelligence (AI) created by its specialised Robot Labs.

Xiaomi claimed that 'Metal bro’ can interpret 45 human semantic emotions, distinguish between 85 different environmental semantics and learn new skills everyday. Moreover, the Robot Labs developed a whole-body control algorithm for the CyberOne which can coordinate the movement of its 21 joints.

For now, the CyberOne is still in its development phase and won’t be available for purchase anytime soon. As reported by GizmoChina, the humanoid will most likely cost up to CNY700,000 or ~RM460,727.

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


Xiaomi unveils the YEUX solar power bank for ~RM212

Have you ever been on an outing where you wanted to charge your devices, only to find that even your power bank is dead? Well, Xiaomi happens to have a new solution for you. The company just announced the YEUX power bank that can charge via solar power.

Solar panels have been a thing for years, but seeing it in a power bank is quite the novelty. The Xiaomi YEUX solar mobile power bank uses single-crystal silicon solar panels, promising high-sensitivity and power conversion rate. Supposedly, it will even charge on rainy days, which is impressive if true.

In terms of specs, this power bank has a rated capacity of 6400mAh. It has plenty of ports you can use to charge your device, including two USB Type-A ports, a USB Type-C port, and even a micro-USB port. Also, it should be noted that you can still charge this power bank using electricity, meaning it still has a fall back if the weather is really bad.

Considering the asking price of 349 yuan (~RM212), this power bank is being marketed towards those with an active outdoor lifestyle. You could stick it on a backpack while you go on a hiking trip and it'll charge as you go, for example. With that said, would you be interested in getting this? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Xiaomi, vivo, and OPPO to use chipsets by Samsung in the future

A report by BusinessKorea states that Samsung will be supplying chipsets to smartphone manufacturing companies such as Xiaomi, vivo, as well as OPPO. With that all being said, we can expect the chipsets to be available on lower-end smartphones while Qualcomm’s chipsets will be used for mid-range and higher-end smartphones.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung, as well as all the other smartphone manufacturers, has yet to provide an official statement on the report. 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 Samsung supplying chipsets to Xiaomi, vivo, and OPPO? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.