Oppo Find 7 coming in Full HD and 2K display versions

Shaping up to be another tech spec beast is the Oppo Find 7 as a teaser image coming direct from Oppo has confirmed that the upcoming smartphone will have two versions, one with a full HD 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution screen and another with a 2K or 2560 x 1440 pixel resolution display. Other unconfirmed tech specs include a Qualcomm Snapdragon 801 processor and 3GB of RAM for the 2K version while the full HD version is expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor and 2GB of RAM. Hopefully, either version of the Oppo Find 7 will also have the rumoured 50MP camera as well. While there isn't any specific Malaysia release dates or pricing we should know more after the official announcement due on 19 March for Beijing so stay tuned.


Oppo N1 review - Feature-filled Ultimate Selfie Cameraphone phablet

The idea for a rotating camera on a phone is not new, in fact it has been tried many times before. However, the Oppo N1 takes this feature makes it its own and then adds on a whole bunch of other unique features you won't find on any other smartphone. What exactly are these unique features and is it worth your time? We certainly think so, but for the rest read on and find out in our review of the Oppo N1.

I have to say that so far, I've never seen a smartphone like the Oppo N1. All white with a slightly curved and rounded backside with a rotating camera, you won't find any smartphone in the market right now that looks like it and this is a good thing as many smartphones look alike these days. Build quality is very solid with a tough aluminum alloy frame and plastic, while shiny chrome trim along the edge gives it a more premium look. The front features capacitive keys while the 5.9-inch IPS screen offers a fairly sharp 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution that looks good at an angle. On the back, Oppo have made the plastic feel ceramic, giving it more grip and have also placed a touchscreen right below the Oppo sign called the O-Touch. At 213g it is quite heavy but is fairly balanced regardless.

The back feels porous like a ceramic vase and the body feels very solid, dropping to an office carpet with no problems.

The rotating camera on the top remains the most eye-catching feature though as it rotates 206 degrees from the front to the back and vice versa. While Oppo do admit you can force it and break it that way, they have made the hinge very strong, so much so that you can rotate it 40 times a day for 7 years. Next to the camera are two flash LEDs for a more even exposure. The speakers and single microUSB port and jack are located on the bottom.

The Oppo N1 is solidly crafted with some really quality components

Since it is a cameraphone, the main feature of the Oppo N1 is it's 13MP camera sensor which has a 1/3.06 imaging module and f/2.0 aperture for low-light conditions. The dual-LED flash offers a combination of diffuse light and focused light for a more even shot using flash. In addition to this, Oppo have added a Pure Image engine along with slow shutter support. Since you rotate the camera, there isn't any front facing camera but there are a lot of other camera features you can try out on the Oppo N1 which should appeal to those who like to fiddle around with such things.

The Oppo N1 rotating camera features six physical lenses with multiple elements for a very good cameraphone.

Seemingly ahead of it's time, the O-Touch touchscreen on the back offers rear controls, allowing you to swipe down, up or side to side. You can also assign it to do certain functions like taking pictures or opening a certain app, but you'll have to open up the settings first. In addition to this, Oppo have included a bluetooth remote control called the O-click which after you've set it, can beep when too far away from the Oppo N1. It sounds disturbingly like a bomb timer but we can see how this would be useful if you attach it to your keys or wallet. You can also use the O-Click to take shots remotely or make the smartphone ring so you can find it as well.

The O-Touch is a rear touchscreen so you can control the main screen without touching it

The Oppo N1 runs on the Color OS, which is Oppo's own take on Android with many gesture-based functions. This includes tapping the screen to power on (sort of like LG's Knock Code, just simplified), making a circle to open the camera and swiping three fingers down to take a screenshot. You can also assign your own gestures, like signing a heart to call your sweetheart or to play music and much more. In addition to this, the Oppo N1 is also one of the first smartphones to officially support CyanogenMod, which is an open source version of Android. This won't affect your warranty but Oppo says you'll have to be content with the mod version that they have, and you'll have to let them install it. On the purely tech spec side, the Oppo N1 is running rather old but still powerful hardware with a 1.7GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor.

The Color OS is mostly gesture based but offers a number of great features like a built-in camera widget and custom gestures

Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor (which came out last year), the Oppo N1 can still run almost any app on the market with ease. The smartphone managed an impressive AnTuTu benchmark of 25969, which is better than the HTC One (M7) while the 3D Mark Ice Storm Unlimited benchmark came in at 10483. Battery life was surprisingly good for a device with a 5.9-inch display, lasting a bit more than a day on normal usage. Connectivity was also good, getting excellent reception throughout. However, the lack of any 4G LTE support means you won't get the most out of your mobile network.

The Oppo N1 still performs very well on AnTuTu, despite older hardware

The Oppo N1 delivers very good 3D performance and should be able to play any of the latest games with ease

Play third-person shooters like Frontline Commando 2 in crisp and smooth 1080p

Camera still images were very good, but we found that the autofocus wasn't as fast as we'd have liked it. The Oppo N1 does offer a whole ton of camera features including slow shutter and plenty of lighting customization. However, it isn't the quickest or fastest cameraphone we've seen yet. You can certainly get some really stunning shots, including fairly clear and detailed night shots, but you'll need some time to get the shot right, otherwise you may have some problems with exposure and focus. The dual-LED flash does result in a more even exposure though, especially for selfies, but it doesn't eliminate issues with the tone.

With a little time and composition all the details come out with the Oppo N1.

Regarding the grip of the Oppo N1, due to the placement of the O-Touch rear touchscreen, there is only one way to hold the smartphone one handed and that is to grip the bottom of the smartphone. With the camera in the normal position, this makes for a  rather unbalanced and top heavy feel to the smartphone. However, if you flip the camera into selfie mode, a one handed grip feels just right. Regarding the O-Touch rear touchscreen, like other reviewers, we found the placement to be a bit too low. Placing it where the Oppo logo is would have made it just right, but perhaps it couldn't fit there due to technical reasons.

The grip where you have access to the O-Touch is a bit unbalanced and top heavy in a one handed grip

Screen quality was very good and crisp, but we did notice that for some 1080p scenes, the screen wasn't as detailed or as bright as some of the newer smartphones. Audio quality was very good though, providing loud and clear music and sound. The extra O-Click bluetooth dongle is useful for remote camera pics, making the Oppo N1 an even better selfie cameraphone.

The O-click is fairly small but at least you can keep it close on a keychain this way.

For the price of RM1798, the Oppo N1 is an excellent cameraphone with many unique features that you won't find on any other smartphone or phablet. Other smartphones of the same size and class you could get for this price include the Sony Xperia Z Ultra, Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo, HTC One (M7) and Samsung Galaxy S4. While the HTC One and Samsung Galaxy S4 bear the same tech specs and processors, both have 4G LTE and a number of other features that the N1 does not. However, none of these phones have a rotatable camera, rear touchscreen or ceramic backside. That being said, we'd get the Oppo N1 for it's various features and unique look and feel but it doesn't offer much in terms of future-proofing.

Unique, beautiful, tough and feature-filled, the Oppo N1 is probably the ultimate Selfie cameraphone, perfect for those who like to take selfie or self shots and powerful enough to handle the latest games or apps with ease. The design and features make it perfect for this use and it should also appeal to those looking for a good cameraphone as well. It isn't the best cameraphone but it should do you well for the next couple of years. While smartphones with 13MP front cameras are coming, it should be a while yet before they'll reach the same price point as the Oppo N1. Those looking for a phablet or larger screen smartphone should also give the Oppo N1 a try as the build quality is certainly excellent enough for this use as well. Check out the slick ads below for more reasons why you should go check out the Oppo N1.

*TechNave.com would like to thank OPPO Malaysia for the OPPO N1 review unit. It allowed us to do a more in-depth review and highlight more features.


Oppo Neo 7 announced with ColourOS 2.1, Quick Scan feature, 5MP selfie and more

The latest Oppo Neo smartphone, the Oppo Neo 7 has been announced and it packs some useful features. From its main website, the tech specs includes:-

The Neo 7 certainly can boast its camera features. Not only does the front camera feature a higher light-sensitivity and frame rate (and a front flash) that can reduce noise in the image, but it also has a Colourful Night Mode that reduces noise efficiently at night. In addition to that, the camera also features Beautify 3.0, Double Exposure and various filters to make your photography session fun!

On the other hand, the Quick Scan feature is probably even better. What it does is helps you to scan and clean unwanted data and cache so that your phone can continue to run smoothly without needing to reset your smartphone.

It is currently available in the USA with no price tag yet and we're still unsure about specific Malaysia release dates or pricing. However, the device should be available soon in many countries including Malaysia eventually. Check out the site to find out more about the latest Neo smartphone!


Oppo R11 captured in live shots, confirms dual-camera

Just a week ago we covered a leaked advertisement video for the upcoming Oppo R11, today we get to see a close up physical model of the Oppo device.

It’s a bit hard to see through the brush-like watermark but what can be made out is that there is a cool looking silver/white model available. On top of that, we have a confirmation on the dual-camera setup as well as the front fingerprint scanner on the physical home button.

As for the rest of the tech-specs, the R11 should be packing these:

Not to forget, Oppo has also officially announced the unveiling date on 10 June 2017 so those interested should set your calendars for that date. Stay tuned to TecNave.com for the official Malaysian release and pricings.


Oppo R7 Plus high-end version with 4GB RAM announced for up to RMB 3299 (RM2191)

Weibo has announced a new Oppo R7 Plus high-end version and it’s on pre-order sale right now at the Oppo China website. The gold coloured full metal device has two different prices - the China Unicom version for RMB 2999 (RM1992.17) and RMB 3299 (RM2191.45) for the international model.

Compared with the Oppo R7 Plus, both devices are quite similar in many areas. For one, they both have the same Snapdragon 615 chip + octa-core 1.5GHz CPU and Adreno 405 GPU, 6-inch AMOLED display with 1080 x 1920 resolution, 13MP main camera + 8MP front camera, hybrid SIM slot, Color OS 2.1 (based on Android 5.1 Lollipop) and a 4100 mAh battery tech specs. The only difference is that the R7 Plus high-end version has 4GB RAM and 64GB of internal storage, instead of the R7 Plus’s 3GB RAM and 32GB of storage. Also, the China Unicom model sports a MediaTek MT6795 SoC.


Oppo and Xiaomi joining MWC 2016 next month

As you may already know, Samsung, LG and Sony will be at the MWC 2016 in Barcelona to present their newest products. However, we just got word that two other Asian smartphone manufacturer giants, Oppo and Xiaomi will be joining the event too with some teasers.

First off, from Oppo's teaser image, “breakthrough tech” could be anything. We can count out their new F1 Plus model which was released in Vietnam few days ago, but maybe they will present a new smartphone camera feature? After all, that's what they are known for over the years.

Xiaomi on the other hand, the announcement was made by Global VP Hugo Barra in his tweet and they are sure to present their upcoming flagship the Xiaomi Mi 5 which will be out on 24 February. It's also the first time for Xiaomi to join the MWC 2016 next month, they will be holding simultaneous launches in Barcelona and China at the same time.

For those who are not aware, like the CES, MWC is one of the biggest tech expos of the year where tech companies around the world come together to showcase their most innovative products. MWC 2016 is just less a month away, and we will be ready to bring you the latest news of the event. So stay tuned!


Oppo introduces the R9s and R9s Plus with up to 6GB of RAM

A new family member has joined the Oppo family under the R series – the new Oppo R9s. Two models were introduced in the family line – the R9s and the R9s Plus, with the latter having a larger physical size, as well as RAM up to 6GB.

The Oppo R9s is a 5.5-inch device with a display resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels behind a tough Corning Gorilla Glass 5. It is powered by the Snapdragon 625, 4GBs of RAM and an internal storage of 64GB. It has a 3010mAh battery inside, and can be charged with Oppo's VOOC fast charger.

Meanwhile the Oppo R9s Plus is a larger beast, It is a 6-inch smartphone with a 1920 x 1080 pixel display, the Snapdragon 652 processor, RAM up to 6GB and an internal storage of 64GB. It has a larger battery – 4000 mAh, and it also supports Oppo's VOOC fast charger.

Both run Oppo's ColorOS based on Android 6.0.1. The devices share the same camera – a 16-megapixel unit with a Sony IMX398 sensor at the back and back of the device. Both devices also have fingerprint scanners – located on the front home button.

No news yet on the availablity of the phone in Malaysia – so stay tuned to TechNave as we bring more news on the Oppo R9s and R9s Plus.


Oppo launches Project Spectrum – almost stock android with the best of Oppo’s features

If you have the Oppo R7s, you may want to take note of this story. Oppo just announced Project Spectrum, a new firmware by the company for their range of smartphones that brings the stock experience to Oppo phones, but with built-in Oppo features.

The Project Spectrum beta for the R7s combines all the advantages of Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, including the battery-saving Doze Mode and Google Now on Tap, with some of ColorOS’ signature enhancements: customizable screen-off gestures (double tap to toggle wake/sleep modes, draw a circle to start the camera app, etc.), support for VOOC Flash Charge, OPPO’s phenomenal camera app, and more.

The new firmware takes the best features from the Color OS and adds them atop a near-stock Android Marshmallow experience. Owners Oppo R7s today, while those with the Oppo R7 Plus can get it starting May 13th.


Acer Swift 3 OLED release - first OLED Swift series with 12th Gen Intel processors

As the Acer Global Press Conference 2022 took place, there were multiple product showcases as usual. However, the one that probably stood out the most is the Acer Swift 3 OLED laptop. There's no price yet but below are the details of the tech specs and features.

The new Acer Swift 3 OLED laptop (SF314-71) is powered by the latest 12th Gen Intel Core H-series processors with Intel Iris Xe graphics, alongside PCIe Gen 4 SSDs and up to 16 GB of LPDDR5 memory. Offering 10 hours of real-world battery life, a 30-minute charge can offer 4 hours of battery life which is usually more than enough for a casual user working outdoors remotely.

Of course, as the name implies, the highlight would be the OLED display which is the first in its lineup. The Swift 3 OLED features a 14-inch WQXGA+ (2.8k resolution) OLED display with a 92% screen-to-body ratio, which is VESA DisplayHDR True Black 500-certified and 100% DCI-P3 colour gamut. Also, it is still a lightweight device weighing 1.4kg and its touchpad is made from ocean-bound plastic waste.

Last but not least, there are other noteworthy and recognizable features such as WiFi 6E, an FHD MIPI webcam, the returning Acer PurifiedVoice with AI Noise reduction and the backlit keyboard too. This laptop will be available in China first this month, followed by the US and EMEA in June 2022. The following estimated prices are:

The Swift 3 OLED laptop should be making its way to the Malaysian market this year, so we just have to wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Oppo officially comes to Malaysia with N1, R1, Find 5 Mini and OPPO Neo

Oppo has officially launched several smartphones in Malaysia with a full fledged branch, plans for a flagship store in Plaza Low Yat (which is due for opening at the end of the month and nine dedicated service centers across Malaysia. In line with this they came packing a full range of smartphones including their current flagship the Oppo N1, Oppo R1, Oppo Find 5 mini and OPPO Neo. Each smartphone is targeted at a specific segment of the Malaysian smartphone market with a device for the entry-level to the premium. The tech specs and features for these Oppo smartphones include:

These smartphones will run Oppo's Color OS which is based on Android 4.2 Jelly Bean but the Oppo N1 has the option to flash to the CyanogenMod ROM since the bootloader will be offered unlocked. The Oppo N1 should be available in the Oppo store by the end of the month when the store opens with the other smartphones and smartphone accessories following after.


Oppo officially coming to Malaysia on 18 February 2014, Oppo N1 coming too?

More China-brand smartphones join the fray as Oppo may soon be entering the Malaysia market with a launch event happening on 18 February 2014. Oppo smartphones have generally been more on the premium performance side than other smartphones with the Oppo N1 currently spearheading the company's smartphone efforts. While it still hasn't been confirmed that the Oppo N1 could be launching here in Malaysia, it seems like the most likely device, considering that it has already been launched in both Thailand and Indonesia. Tech specs for the Oppo N1 include:

The Oppo O-Click keychain accessory for when you want to find your lost Oppo N1

The thin yet premium aluminium frame build of the Oppo N1 is certainly tempting, and it also officially supports CyanogenMod. While we don't know how much the Malaysia pricing will be like, the Oppo N1 is priced around RM1900+ in Asia. coupled with all the premium level tech specs and features, the Oppo N1 and other Oppo devices could make it big here in Malaysia, provided they offer a good amount of support as well. Check out the video below or go to the main Oppo N1 site.


Optinvent ORA AR Glasses gunning for Google Glass at $916 (RM2964)

While Google Glass may have been the biggest name in Augmented Reality (AR) glasses, it isn't the only one as the Optinvent ORA AR glasses finally reaches it's final production stage. The AR glasses offers a larger AR screen than the Google Glass and has the ability to be flipped down or up as you need it. Tech specs and features include a camera, ambient light sensor, noise-canceling microphone, 800 mAh battery, WiFi and Bluetooth, accelerometer, 9 axis motion sensor and Android 4.1.2. While the screen is definitely larger, the overall design is a bit larger than Google Glass but according to the developers, a more streamlined version is on it's way and should be finished in about a year. The Optinvent ORA AR Glasses will be going for $916 (RM2964) which is still better than the $1500 (RM4854) that Google Glass is currently going for. No exact Malaysia release date but it should be available after the aforementioned 1 year making it sometime in October 2014.


Oracle Release MySQL Workbench 6.0

Oracle Corporation recently released the latest MySQL Workbench 6.0. The open source design, development and administration tool provides data modeling, SQL development and comprehensive administration for server configuration, user administration migration and much more. The update follows up on more than 200 user inputs and requests from the MySQL community. The newest release offers a number of features and improvements which include:

The MySQL Community Edition is available for free under the General Public License (GPL) while the MySQL Enterprise Edition is available under subscription. MySQL Enterprise Edition users get additional features which include:

Tomas Ulin, Vice President of MySQL Engineering had this to say about it:

“MySQL Workbench 6.0 is a major update that features a number of new enhancements based on community feedback. This release makes it easier than ever for administrators and developers to design, develop, and manage their MySQL databases,”

Tomas Ulin, Vice President, MySQL Engineering

For more information regarding this update check out the Oracle and MySQL or MySQL site.


Oracle announces Business Intelligence Mobile App Designer Tool

The Oracle Business Intelligence Mobile App Designer Tool allows users to create virtually any app according to need, without writing a single line of code

Oracle recently announced the availability of their Oracle Business Intelligence Mobile App Designer Tool for their enterprise and business users utilizing Oracle Business Intelligence (BI) solutions. The new design tool makes it easy to create customized interactive analytical apps or applications that can run off any mobile device regardless of operating system. Utilizing HTML 5, apps created using the designer tool automatically resize according to screen size thanks to a responsive web engine, allowing users to view these apps from their smartphones or tablets.

Create customized Analytical apps that can be shared with others in the company

The Oracle BI Mobile App Designer uses a drag-and-drop interface that builds on the Oracle BI backend and allows business managers to create apps on their own without having to write a single line of code. This decreases dependency on the IT department, reduces the load on the already overburdened IT department and lets business managers make apps custom-fit for their needs. Apps can be shared through the App Library and viewed by simply scanning the resulting QR Code using the mobile device of choice for easy access. Oracle had this to say about it:

“Purpose-built mobile analytical apps, created and used by business people every day, greatly expand the opportunities for companies to deploy analytics broadly to everyone, everywhere,” said Paul Rodwick, Vice President of Product Management, Oracle.

Paul Rodwick Vice President of Product Management, Oracle

For more information regarding the Oracle BI Mobile App Designer check out the Oracle site or view the video below:


Organisers set new date of Tokyo Olympics to 23 July 2021

Last week, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Tokyo Olympics committee confirmed that the Tokyo Olympic games would be postponed. A new date for the event has been set for next year, making this the first Olympics that has ever been postponed during peacetime.

Yoshiro Mori, chief of the Tokyo Olympics committee, held a press conference yesterday to make the formal announcement. It has now been confirmed that the Tokyo Olympics will now be held from 23 July to 8 August 2021. As for the Paralympics, it will be held the month after that on 24 August 2021 to 5 September 2021.

Moving the event to next year isn't as simple as it sounds. Tokyo Olympics CEO Toshiro Muto has stated that there would be massive extra costs to rearrange the event. Also, businesses like hotels would be severely affected, as visitors originally coming have cancelled bookings due to the pandemic.

The postponement is unfortunate, but safety has to take priority in the face of this crisis. Let's look forward to the Olympics next year instead and hope that it'll be a successful one. For more news, please stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Other than 9 and 9 Pro, OnePlus 9E could be joining the flagship series

Other than the Samsung Galaxy S21 series, the OnePlus 9 series is also a much-anticipated flagship smartphone series that is coming early next year. The series is expected to bring two devices including the standard OnePlus 9 and a Pro variant. However, a new leak is suggesting that there could be one more model joining and it's a 9E.

Tipster Max Jambor claims that the brand is also working on a model named OnePlus 9E that is to be launched together with the usual models we get from OnePlus. For now, it is currently unsure where the 9E will fit within the flagship range. For the name 9E, the source guesses that it could be the lowest variant of the series, just like how Samsung launched the Galaxy S10e that is more compact and affordable compared to other devices in the S10 series.

If it's indeed a "lite" version of the OnePlus 9, it will be a device that comes with lower tech specs here and there to fit the affordable price tag. The source mentions that it would be nice to see a OnePlus device with a smaller screen rather than the large 6.55-inch and 6.78-inch displays featured on the OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro respectively. Through a recent survey, the source has found out that users are more likely to sacrifice battery capacity for a smaller smartphone.

Let us know what you think about the OnePlus 9E on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


Other than Stories and Reels, you might be able to add music to Instagram feed posts soon

If you've been enjoying adding a song to your Stories since the release of the feature, you'll like this new one that Instagram is testing. According to the source, the social media platform is testing a new option for users to add music to feed posts too!

After getting the permit to use music for Stories and Reels in several countries, Instagram is now ready to make the feature available for the feed posts. It's said that it is currently being tested among a small percentage of users across India and a few other countries. Therefore, it might have a wide release in the upcoming weeks.

To add a song to the post, users would have to locate an 'Add Music' option right under 'Add Location'. Some tending songs will show up as suggestions, or you can search for the one that matches the vibe of your photo. Instagram has been working hard to bring new stuff to users recently. Not long ago, it was reported that the platform is testing a 'take a break' feature, and it's also planning to introduce subscriptions for exclusive content.

What do you think about the feature? Let us know your opinion by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Other than moving the Apple Mac Pro around, the Mac Pro Wheels can be used for skateboarding too!

We bet that you must have seen a lot of memes before about Apple making unnecessary accessories for the consumers to pair with their products. One of them would be selling a touch ID button dock for the iPhones without a touch button, although it's not real but a laughing stock. Recently, the Mac Pro Wheels have also gotten people questioning their worth, and here's a Youtuber using them to make a skateboard in order to stop you from wondering!

For your information, the Mac Pro Wheels actually costs a fortune for some at RM1,600 during the build-to-order process or RM2,799 if you've decided to get them afterward. The sole function of the wheels is to let your Mac Pro move around rather than standing there stiff with its original feet, and nothing else special. Earlier, YouTube channel Unbox Therapy has ordered the wheels and tried to make them into skateboard wheels, and it kinda worked out and inspired the other Youtuber to do the same thing.

Braille Skateboarding took on the challenge and tried to attach the expensive wheels onto a skateboard, and the process was not that easy as you've imagined. The Mac Pro Wheels only use one screw each and they are heavy being skateboard wheels. After several modifications, the Youtuber was finally able to perform a few tricks with the skateboard. However, the skateboard with the RM2,799 Mac Pro Wheels on it is still not a piece of practical equipment for skateboarding.

Let us know what you think about this usage of the Mac Pro Wheels on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more interesting tech news.


Other than the Mi 11 Pro, Xiaomi could be launching an 'Ultra' model as well

Xiaomi has a different way of doing things when it comes to launching its flagship smartphone series. Unlike Apple and Samsung, the Chinese company separates the launch of the Xiaomi Mi 11 series into two parts by introducing the vanilla Mi 11 to the market first before the Mi 11 Pro. However, it is reported that Mi 11 Pro might not be the only device on the waiting list as there's another super-premium 'Ultra' model.

According to the reputable tipster Digital Chat Station from Weibo, it is suggested that there could be a Mi 11 model that is even more powerful than the upcoming Mi 11 Pro. Besides that, the tipster has also brought out a few expected tech specs like a curved display with 2K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, 67W wireless charging, and of course, a bigger battery than the Mi 11.

#DigitalChatStation There is also a higher positioning than pro, but it is not sure if it is a super big cup. The engineering machine is also a 2k+120hz single-hole four-curved screen, 67w± wireless, and a much larger battery.

Other than the two, the company might also present another Lite version to complete the series. For now, it is still unsure when the devices will arrive as Xiaomi hasn't announced anything yet. It is worth mentioning that the standard Mi 11 will hit the Malaysian market soon after Xiaomi Malaysia posted a teaser regarding the launch. If you can't wait any longer, the Mi 11 is also powerful to be used as your new daily driver considering its tech specs!

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


Acer Swift 3 Ryzen 5 - Great performance at an affordable price of RM2599?

If you were keen on getting a laptop that has good performance and battery efficiency, you’d have to go for laptops that typically cost more than RM3000. But thanks to AMD and their recently released Ryzen 4000 series processors, they’ve managed to drive down the price of laptops to a much more affordable level while maintaining adequate performance and battery life.

With that said, Acer recently unveiled the Swift 3 that is equipped with an AMD Ryzen 4500U processor with Radeon Graphics, 8GB of RAM, and a 512GB SSD for the price of only RM2599. Let’s have a closer look at the performance of the Swift 3 and see what kind of workloads this laptop is suitable for.

The underside of the laptop where you can see the speaker grills along the sides and the exhaust grill towards the centre

Starting off with the design, the Swift 3 exhibited a familiar lightweight and elegant look that’s suitable for all kinds of people, ranging from students to executives at a Fortune 500 company. While our unit came with a purple coloured scheme, we do know that the laptop is also available in silver and blue. Of course, it really depends on the stock availability.

In terms of the dimensions and weight, it weighs in at only 1.2Kg and has a thickness of 1.5cm, which is about the thickness of a hardback notebook. That being said, this makes the laptop extremely portable as it can fit in most backpacks or even a large handbag.

DC charging port, USB Type-C port with charging capabilities, HDMI port, and powered USB Type-A port

Kensington Lock, USB Type-A, Combo Audio Jack slot on the right

You might want to consider getting a camera cover if you value your privacy

The fingerprint sensor on the bottom right of the keyboard

Even though it is thin, the Swift 3 comes with a respectable amount of I/O ports such as a combo audio jack slot, USB Type-A port and Kensington Lock on the right and a charging port, USB Type-C port, HDMI port, and powered USB Type-A port on the left. On that basis, the number of ports is more than enough to support an external monitor, external keyboard, mouse, and headset, turning the laptop into a more productivity-focused machine.

To reiterate what was mentioned above, it comes equipped with a Ryzen 4500U processor with Radeon Graphics, 8GB RAM, 512GB of SSD, 14-inch 60Hz FHD display and a battery that’s capable of lasting around 6 hours or longer. Other than that, there are other features such as a capacitive fingerprint sensor located at the bottom right of the keyboard that supports Windows Hello and a 480P webcam at the top of the display.

Here are the tech specs of the Acer Swift 3 with Ryzen 5

No lag even when scrolling through Facebook, while Youtube is playing in the background

No surprises here. It's not meant for gaming, after all

Putting the laptop through its paces using PCMark 10, the laptop managed to score 4415 points, which is not bad for a product at that price. As for real-world performance, you’ll be pleased to know that the laptop is able to handle multiple Youtube tabs that were playing videos in the background without exhibiting any form of lag, all while I was scrolling through Facebook.

With that in mind, the Acer Swift 3 is a surprisingly good laptop for those who frequently multitask on their computer. But that’s not all! It can also handle image manipulation software pretty well, though it tends to struggle a little when editing complex videos on a non-linear video editing application because it doesn’t have a dedicated graphics card to give it the additional power needed to operate smoothly.

Onto the keyboard, other than the fact that it comes equipped with an LED backlight and that the typing experience feels smooth and comfortable, there’s not much else to highlight, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I really like the position of the fingerprint sensor, but it can be quite finicky if it's trying to detect your fingerprint while your finger is wet.

Gaming-wise, the laptop is able to hold its own when playing games that are not too graphically intensive. However, when playing the latest triple-A games, you’ll start to see the laptop struggle. This is because computers need far more processing power to run those titles.

Halo left on default settings. The game isn't as graphically intensive compared to modern games

The game ran pretty smooth, surprisingly.

Triple-A game from 10 years ago? The laptop can run it without a hitch!

Therefore, I highly suggest reducing the graphical settings down to medium or low if you want to at least have a playable experience. Surprisingly, the laptop was able to last around 5 hours while playing games on a single charge, or even much longer when I’m doing nothing more than just surfing the web.

The 14-inch FHD LCD display was nothing to write home about. We noticed moments where the LCD wasn't bright enough to make out details clearly, especially under bright light. Throughout my test, the surface of the laptop did not heat up to the point of becoming uncomfortable to use. But I recommend not having it on your thigh while gaming because the laptop expels hot air directly under it.

Movie watching experience is kind of average

With the Acer Swift 3’s price starting from only RM2599, I was quite surprised to see how well the laptop performed when it comes to general workloads. It does have a few drawbacks in the gaming and video editing department but then again, the laptop isn’t made for those kinds of tasks if you think about it.

Head over to Acer’s official website if you want to find out more about the Swift 3 that’s equipped with a Ryzen processor. For more news and reviews like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.

Pros: Lightweight, sleek design, and a long battery life that's more than enough to last an entire day. Great performance even for its affordable price tag.

Cons: Speakers doesn't sound that great. The display is average and not bright enough to make out details under bright light.

Summary: A great laptop for those who are looking for performance and affordability in a single package.


OtterBox MagSafe Battery Pack offers up to 5000mAh charge for ~RM294

Last year, when Apple released the MagSafe Battery Pack in Malaysia. As it is a wireless battery pack, a premium was expected but it felt overpriced at RM479 for a capacity of just 1460mAh. Fortunately, there is an alternative from OtterBox that is more affordable.

Recently, OtterBox launched its third-party version of Apple's new power bank - the Otterbox MagSafe Battery Pack. It comes in two capacities of 3000mAh and 5000mAh, at rather affordable prices of USD49.95 (~RM210) and USD69.95 (~RM294). Moreover, it supports MagSafe charging at 7.5W, which is faster than Apple's version (5W). Other devices can also be charged using a USB-C cable.

Besides that, the OtterBox MagSafe Battery Pack can be charged on a MagSafe charging pad. You can also connect the battery pack to a 20W adapter to charge it faster. Before we forget, this battery pack also has LED indicators and a pretty durable design. It has drop protection, which gives owners that extra bit of assurance.

In our opinion, this is easily a better option for those who want a MagSafe Battery Pack. But would you get one if it's available in Malaysia? What else would you like to see from OtterBox? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Oukitel K4000 Pro with 4600 mAh battery releasing soon

Oukitel has announced plans to release the Oukitel K4000 Pro but no dates and price were given, however they did show a few pictures and tech specs of the said device:-

As seen in the first image above, the device will be available in white and black colours. Design-wise, it will feature a crocodile leather back cover and the body is a curved metal frame with 2.5D CNC. The screen is tough as well, as claimed by Oukitel that it’s instilled with 9H hardness and 1000 Mpa stress value. But none of those really matter though, because obviously the main highlight is the huge battery pack. The original K4000 had a 4000 mAh battery, so it’s good to see them making room for a larger capacity battery over a slim body design that sacrifices battery space. Lastly, the smartphone has a 5V/1.5A quick charging technology.

We will keep an eye on the Malaysia release date and pricing details in the future so stay tuned!


Oukitel K6000 Plus, U16 Max, U20 Plus hands-on video

As previously mentioned in our Oukitel coverage post, the K6000 Plus, U16 Max, and U20 Plus are higlight of the day for carrying enormous battery power of 6080 mAh, 4000 mAh, and 3300 mAh respectively. But that's not the only features it has, check out what other things it can do in our hands-on video below!


Oukitel K7000 announced with wireless power bank/casing cover and massive battery power

If you know Oukitel, chances are you know it usually packs huge battery capacities inside the hood. Just a few hours ago, the company just announced the Oukitel K7000 that carries 7000 mAh battery in total. And that's not all, it also comes with a charger case called the Matrix. But before we get to that, here's what we know about the tech-specs:

In the specification sheet above, although it's stated 2000mAh battery, this is not a misinformation by the company. In fact, the "Matrix" is a wireless power bank and it comes together with the phone and carries 5000mAh battery power inside. So combining it with the phone, it becomes 7000mAh. Like any power banks, the Matrix can be charged directly but without using the reverse charge USB cable and can be used as a phone stand for watching videos. The cover is light and thing with plastic material for protection.

Oukitel will start the pre-sale of the device on 20-25 July on their website, it's not known if they plan to release it in Malaysia as well but stay tuned for that news at Technave.com.


Oukitel U7 Pro smartphone announced with a built-in projector

Oukitel seems to be making a new smartphone that has a built-in projector, the  Oukitel U7 Pro. Before you get excited and all, this is not really the first time that a smartphone is equipped with a built-in projector. The Samsung Galaxy Beam had one too, that could display contents up to the size of a 50-inch screen. The Samsung Galaxy Beam 2 could also do the same.

The U7 Pro will certainly be a convenient smartphone as one can simply bring it along to business meetings or at home watching TV shows or movies. It’s reported that it can display up to 720 x 1280 resolution with 50 lumens. If the claim is true, then it is a good improvement to the Gaalxy Beam 2 which could only project up to 480 x 800 pixel resolutions.

Oukitel did not reveal any tech specs, Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but we will be keeping an eye on them so stay tuned.


Oukitel offers dual rear camera-centric U20 Plus phone for RM639 only

Oukitel, a brand from China usually known for having huge battery power, has now established itself in the Malaysian mobile market by offering a new camera-centric smartphone - the U20 Plus featuring dual camera setup at a budget friendly price tag of RM639! Check out the official specifications below:

Coming in Jet Black, Space Grey and Champagne Gold.  The U20 Plus’s secondary camera sensor is used to collect image data like distance, depth, and light. This allows the dual rear cameras to deliver quality photographs with its built-in software algorithms.

The rear circular fingerprint scanner on the other hand, not only provides security protection but also acts as a gesture control pad. You can tap or longpress on it and have the phone take a photo, return to the home screen, play or pause music, and other pre-selected functions.

Besides that, other software features such as wake gestures (draw a simple letter on sleeping screen to open a specific app), Super Screenshot (scroll down a page and keep adding to a screenshot), screen record, and 6 different UI themes are also available out of the box.

Stay tuned for more Oukitel news at TechNave.com.


Oukitel officially coming into Malaysia, introducing budget friendly K6000 Plus, U16 Max, U20 Plus with huge battery capacity under RM1K

Oukitel Malaysia management team and models presenting the new smartphones

Today, Oukitel from China has finally made its way to Malaysia shores offering Malaysians finely designed yet wallet friendly smart devices. The main devices that were showcased today are Oukitel K6000 Plus, U16 Max, and U20 Plus for an affordable price of RM999, RM889, and RM638 respectively with amazing battery life. Below is the official list of specifications:

The back, most Oukitel phones look the same

Most Oukitel phones also have dual speaker grills

There is no USB Type-C on Outkitel phones

Dual camera module, the secondary camera is used to collect image data like distance, depth, and light

For more details about phones, check out our hands-on video here and their official Oukitel Malaysia Facebook page too!


Our Favourite & Recommended Devices of 2020 That We Reviewed (and Bought) This Year

2020 has been a crazy year but that didn't slow down the tech industry one bit. Smartphone and laptop brands still went on like nothing happened, except that they host their new products online via livestream. It's quick, straightforward, no more waiting for that one person but I digress, you're here to check out our gift recommendations for the Christmas season!

Although most of us (the writers of TechNave) have been working from home, we still managed to play and use some tech gadgets that were released this year. The gadgets that you are about to read are the ones that we reviewed (and bought) and would recommend them as gifts for your tech enthusiast friend. From smartphones to microphones, here are our favourite and recommended devices for this year.

As a person who likes to draw often, my favourite phone of this year is the Samsung Galaxy Note 20!!! This is mainly because of the S Pen stylus and the latest addition allows me not only to draw, but I can use it to sign documents without any other third-party apps for it. I can also use it to directly draw anything I like via the AR camera.

Besides Shopee and Lazada, you can also visit Samsung's official online store here

Since I'm not a mobile gamer, the Galaxy Note 20 can last me more than a day easily and that's fantastic for me. I also like watching my oppa (editor: K-drama stuff) on the phone and its stereo speaker quality is pretty good. I would definitely recommend this for anyone who works on the phone daily to be more productive.

A great gift for someone constantly on the move as it only weighs around 1.16kg (0.8kg without the keyboard). The touchscreen panel also supports either the Lenovo E-Color Pen or Lenovo Digital Pen which lets anyone flaunt their artistic side without the need to get an external drawing tablet.

This laptop is only available on the Lenovo Malaysia website here

While the laptop has an impressive battery life of up to 10 hours, keep in mind that this is not for gamers and there's no dedicated compartment to keep the stylus. Small issue, but yeah I really enjoyed using it overall.

To put it simply, it's a good entry-level camera for videographers. If you are starting as a vlogger, it can be used for that purpose and the recording quality is good enough for YouTube. Besides that, it has a flip screen, fast dual pixel autofocus, and you can use EFM lenses but with an adapter so that you can attach the EF lens and a bunch of other lenses. The 15-45mm kit lens is also good so overall, it's a good money value camera for starters.

You can find this DLSR on the official Canon store in Lazada

I've been longing for a pair of wireless earbuds for a very long time, so I wanted to try Sony as other brands tend to be totally out of my budget. This is my first-ever TWS earbuds and I bought it for just RM359 during the Harvey Norman sales a few months back!

Personally, the Sony WF-XB700 is truly a value for money wireless earbuds. Although it doesn't support Active Noise Cancellation, it's decent enough to block the noise from the outside when I'm playing my favourite songs. I usually wear it for exercising as they fit my ears and never fall out.

You can get this as low as RM369 on Shopee during 12.12!

I also love wearing them for watching Netflix and YouTube too. Oh yeah, these wireless earbuds have a battery life over of 10 hours and I usually just charge them once a week. You can read our review here, highly recommended!

Confession time - I have never heard of Ruark Audio until they came into Malaysia back in July. Out of curiosity, I decided to go and check them out and my life changed. I mean, as in my musical experience. Having reviewed many audio products over the past five years working in this industry, the Ruark Audio is unlike anything I've listened to before.

The Ruark Audio MR1 are perfect desktop speakers. By the way, if you purchase these on either Shopee or Lazada - you can get a free Tidal Premium subscription for a year

As mentioned in my review, the audio performance can make you feel like you're in front of a singer or band, with the musical instruments playing live. Acoustic or orchestra pieces sound amazing and these MR1 speakers can handle a wide range of music genres. It's crystal clear, crisp, perfectly balanced as all things should be. Also, I bought the speakers straightaway right after reviewing them.

I didn't review the Logitech MX Master 3 but I bought the mouse this year. I'd personally recommend this for those who are working from home and on top of that, I picked it because you can connect it to up to 3 devices (need to toggle and must buy extra Bluetooth dongles), the side scroller, and the famed Logitech endless wheel scroller. It also has a programmable thumb button, though it's not the easiest to press.

This mouse will be on a discount on Lazada 12.12

The Mi Band 5 will be just RM159 on Shopee and Lazada 12.12 sales

When it comes smartbands, Xiaomi is definitely one of the brands to go for. The Mi Band 5 is sleeker than other brand's smartbands, it's affordable and it's easy to order a replacement strap for the body, even from third-party sellers for different colour straps! All in all, it's just an easily recommendable smartband for anyone and I got this for my parents.

This is a gaming-centric microphone that I bought so that I can talk more clearly in VRChat (if you don't know what that is, click here to read about it). The audio that is recorded from this mic is way better and clearer than most of the gaming headphones out there.

The HyperX Quadcast can be bought on either Shopee or Lazada

If you are a streamer, podcaster, YouTuber or amateur musician, this microphone will give you the best audio quality for your audience. The whole peripheral is made from metal that gives a solid feel, plus it will look great next to your gaming setup. Sure, the price might be steep but the crystal-clear audio quality is worth every Ringgit.

Since I have been working at home most of the time, getting the Ring Fit Adventure is just what I needed to exercise indoors. Trust me, this video game and wheel controller can really make you work out and sweat a lot.

On average, the price would be RM429, but you can get it on Shopee for RM359

While the exercises won't guarantee any muscle building, I think it can train your stamina (trust me, I'm a reviewer) with all the workout games. The exercises have a routine and are merged with some RPG gameplay mechanics which are surprisingly quite fun. The games aren't hard and anyone can pick up and play.

So there you have it, these are our favourite devices of the year and as you can see, the list is quite diversified and there's something for everyone. There are plenty of other devices that we like too so if you want to find out more, you can go to the "Reviews" tab on the top of the page and look out for our other reviews, such as smartphones, audio products and other devices that you are looking for.

Thanks for reading, folks. Stay safe and enjoy your year-end break as much as you can. Stay tuned for more tech articles at TechNave.com.


Our Prime Minister has approved an app that can combat fake news online during GE15

In conjunction with the upcoming 15th General Election (GE15), our Prime Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa told the media that there is a new application for him to tackle fake news online and he has approved it already. The app was made by a task force from the Royal Malaysia Police and the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC).

With over 100 personnel, the task force's job is to monitor fake news on social media with necessary devices during GE15. Annuar told the media that once the fake news got detected, it will be removed immediately without waiting for a report. He also said waiting for reports to investigate is not suitable during election times, as candidates can be victims and would damage them.

In addition, Annuar also wants the public to play a role too. As long as Malaysians come across any fake news online, they can report to MCMC too. “The spread of fake news can bring about negative implications, and if allowed to continue, it could cause victims to be under pressure to the extent of some even resorting to suicide,” he said.

The news was reported yesterday when Annuar was officiating the eSports Keluarga Malaysia @Ketereh programme at the Kelantan Poverty Foundation (YKK) Complex in Melor.


Our Redmi Note 8 Pro camera hands-on experience at the KL Bird Park!

Recently, we got an invitation from Xiaomi Malaysia to the Redmi Note 8 Pro Experiential Day at Kuala Lumpur Bird Park to try out the phone camera’s capabilities! The main task was to take the most creative and high-quality pictures of the birds in the park to win Exclusive Xiaomi product prizes!

During the event, each of the invited guests got a Redmi Note 8 Pro to perform the task. We were assigned on a bird hunt to take pictures of 7 different birds in the park using the 64MP mode, portrait mode, macro mode and many more. Here are some picture samples of the birds. What do you think of the Redmi Note 8 Pro's camera prowess?

Shot taken with 3x Zoom on Redmi Note 8 Pro Camera

Shot taken with Redmi Note 8 Pro Camera using 3x Zoom

As a result, the Redmi Note 8 Pro camera performance was shocking! Using the 64MP mode, the birds' feather detail was crisp and the colour profile was not overly saturated as well. Also, the zoom-in image of the hornbill resting on the tree branch remained in good focus without much detail loss.

Looking at its camera performance, would it be the reason for you to switch to the Redmi Note 8 Pro? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more hands-on news like this at TechNave.com!


Acer Swift 3, Spin 3, Spin 5 & Aspire 3 Malaysia release: 11th Gen Intel Core process, starting price from RM2899

If you thought Acer was going to take a break after the [email protected] event at the end of May, they are not. Today, Acer Malaysia just announced another plethora of laptops for the Malaysian market - the Spin 3, Spin 5, Swift 3 and Aspire 3 with updated specifications such as the 11th Gen Intel Core processor. Let's get into it.

Starting with the Spin 3 and Spin 5, you should be familiar with these laptops as compact devices weighing 1.2kg and 1.4kg respectively. These laptops are also now flexible thanks to the 360-degree hinge, allowing the users to switch to tablet or tent mode. Powered by up to 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor with Intel Iris X graphics, both laptops are also accompanied by up to 16GB of RAM and 512GB PCIe Gen 4 SSD.

As usual, the difference between the two is the display size but not so much. The Spin 3 features a 13.3-inch WQXGA (2560x1600) multi-touch IPS display whereas the Spin 5 features a 13.5-inch QHD IPS display. A built-in Acer Active Stylus with 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity is available too. They are priced at RM3999 and RM4599 respectively.

The Swift 3 got upgraded with Intel Evo and also powered by up to 11th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and Intel Iris X graphics. The memory configuration is also beefed up to 16GB of RAM with the latest PCIe Gen 4 SSD. The 1.2kg laptop also features a 14-inch FHD IPS display with 100% sRGB colour gamut and 300 nits, and pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home & Student 2019 at the price of RM3499.

Last but not least, the Aspire 3 has the same CPU and GPU power, alongside 8GB of RAM and 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD storage. For the display, it uses a 15.6-inch FHD IPS display and also comes pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home & Student 2019 program. The laptop costs RM2899.

In conjunction with Father’s Day, Acer Malaysia is offering exclusive online promotions for these laptops at selected Acer official and certified stores, Shopee and Lazada from 19 until 21 June 2021. Customers who purchase these laptops before 30 June 2021 will also be entitled to participate in the #CreateYourDreamSpace Contest. In this contest, customers can redeem up to RM200 credit from either Touch ‘n Go or Boost and stand a chance to win their dream space makeover by Woody Lab worth up to RM63,000. Makeover items include Acer monitor or projector and Woody Lab Smart Desk, monitor stand and other items.

Details of the promotion period and participating stores can be referred to in the table above. For more information, you can contact Acer Malaysia Facebook page or call Acer's Product Infoline at 1800-88-1288 (9 AM - 6 PM, Mondays to Fridays), or email [email protected] Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Our childhood smartphone, the Motorola RAZR may be returning as a USD$1500 (~RM6162) foldable smartphone

Remember the good old days when owning the Motorola RAZR made you the coolest kid in school (Extra points for the phone being pink but hey, I'm biased)? We’ve all been dreaming that the phone comes back into the market and that may come true as Lenovo may be bringing the RAZR back but with a twist.

The phone will be a foldable smartphone with a hefty USD$1500 (~RM6162) foldable smartphone with a flexible display. According to WSJ, Lenovo is partnering with Verizon to produce 200000 units of the smartphone and it will be available as early as next month. Unfortunately for us here in Malaysia, that phone will continue on to be a dream as it is only available exclusively in the US.

Honestly, as much as I really want to have that phone for nostalgia’s sake, the price tag is just too exorbitant for many to afford it. Maybe the selling point of the smartphone is nostalgia but come on, is it worth that much money? For more interesting tech news and beyond, make sure you check out TechNave.com!


Our favourite smartphones at MWC 2017

With the closing of the MWC 2017 last week, we saw some cool technology showcased in Barcelona, ranging from cars to advanced cloud storage technology. However, in this article we will be looking into the smartphone category and tell you our favourite top five new smartphones at MWC 2017!

Coming in the first entry, is none other than legendary mobile phone manufacturer Nokia, who came back presenting their Nokia 6 , 5 , 3 ,and a revamped 3310  in Barcelona. While it’s great seeing the company back in action, admittedly, there is nothing much to say about their handsets, as the tech-specs are just mid-range level at best. The new 3310 on the other hand, relies very much on the nostalgia factor and I honestly can’t see any reason to purchase one unless you need a back-up phone just for calling and SMS (no social apps). Oh well, on the bright side, you don't need to charge the 3310 (2017) every day.

Next, Sony Mobile was also present at the event, as they recently released the Xperia XZ Premium, XZs, XA1 and XA1 Ultra and showcased the devices there. However, for some odd reason, the new phones were locked up in a glass cabinet so we couldn’t really get some hands-on time with it. The only related demonstration they showed was the super high 960 fps slow-mo that’s available in the XZ Premium, but do take note that it only does it in a “burst” mode instead of all the way throughout the video. Kind of a bummer, but hey, it’s the first step to something great.

Speaking of mid-range tier phones, Motorola also got a fair amount of attraction in their booth, with the recently announced Moto G5 and G5 Plus, it’s undoubtedly the best mid-range series around during the event. Packing respectable standard mid-range specs of a Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 (G5) and 625 (G5 Plus) with 2-4GB RAM power with plenty of storage space (including expandable ones), what’s special about these devices is that they have TurboPower charging for time-saving convenience, as well as the front facing 5MP wide-lens on the G5 with f/2.2; while the G5 Plus has the capability to record 4K quality video.

It’s not common to see LG smartphones in Malaysia nowadays, but since the latest LG G6 was on display, there was no reason to not go and take a look. Boasting impressive high-end tech-specs, one of the main features of the device is the FullVision 5.7-inch display with an 18:9 ratio that allows Square Camera mode (splitting the screen in half perfectly), wide angle lens for the front and back dual cameras, and adopting IP68 water and dust resistance. So to speak, the G6 seems like an ideal device for entertainment purposes and multitasking.

Last but definitely not least, who can forget Huawei’s announcement of the brand new P10 and P10 Plus series just a day before MWC 2017? As one of the most anticipated phones of this year, the P10 series did impress us on a number of factors - the new Greenery and Dazzling Blue edition look awesome, the monochrome sensor has increased to 20MP from 12MP (amazing pictures too, stay tuned for that), beautiful model crafting that went through hyper diamond cutting, as well as changing the front camera lens to Leica-enhanced versions.

So there you have it, these are our top 5 favourite smartphones that were showcased at the MWC 2017. Building upon their successful P9 series, we (and some other media journalists) find that the new Huawei P10 and P10 Plus provide a much more polished device with better features. So while they didn't have any revolutionary features like the monochrome mode in the P9, the P10 certainly deserves its place here in our listing of Top smartphones from MWC 2017.

While the above were our favourites, we felt that quite a few deserved honourable mention including Samsung, OPPO and Meizu’s technology at the MWC 2017. Although the Galaxy S8 obviously made no appearance there, the new Galaxy Tab S3 and Galaxy Book did and the tablets were quite something thanks to the S Pen that doesn’t need charging. People who love drawing should also like the tablets for having great drawing tools. Check out our hands-on on the Galaxy Tab S3 video below.

Then we have OPPO announcing their next 5x Dual Camera Zoom technology plan which got everyone thinking it was a new smartphone. Anyway, long story short, OPPO is on the way to manufacture a new periscope-style structure for the telephoto lens to have better quality, clearer and stabilized image. A demonstration was setup for the media, but as for now, since it’s only a prototype we can’t really say much. To find out more about the technology, visit our coverage right here.

Lastly, Meizu showed off their Super mCharge technology that is said to be released for early next year. What’s impressive about it is that according to them, the Super mCharge technology can fully charge a phone in just 20 minutes with a specialized lithium battery. Visit the link here to find out more.

So what do you think? Do you agree with our list? Any other phones that we missed? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Top Lists at TechNave.com!


Our hands-on experience with the vivo NEX 3 5G cameras

The vivo NEX 3 5G has already been officially available in Malaysia for a few days now, and from the name, people would immediately think of the 5G connectivity. Granted, 5G networks themselves have not rolled out yet in Malaysia but the phone is definitely more than just that. So in this article, we will be taking a look at the camera capabilities of the vivo NEX 3 5G first.

Just to recap, the NEX 3 5G features a triple rear AI camera module that comprises of a 64MP (main, f/1.8) + 13MP (ultra-wide, f/2.2) + 13MP (telephoto, f/2.5) sensor. On the other hand, this flagship phone also retains an Elevating 16MP front-facing camera that can pop-up within less than a second. Without further ado, let's check out the photo samples below!

64MP mode can be found in 'more' from the camera user interface on the right side

64MP mode is best used when you want to capture the colour contrast, or even like this to make the subject stand out

For most situations like these, the ultra-wide angle mode is certainly useful

It's safe to say that there wasn't much image quality loss there

The vivo NEX 3 5G also has a telephoto lens which also uses a 13MP sensor. Useful for using bokeh effect, you can see that there's no weird 'invisible shield' outline on it

Useful for zooming in, it still manages to retain the quality quite well

We have heard about how great the macro mode is on the vivo NEX 3 5G, so naturally, we took it for a spin and this is the result!

The macro mode is certainly impressive, look at that detail!

Last but not least, here's a selfie photo taken on the vivo NEX 3 5G with AI beauty mode turned on

Overall, our first impression of the vivo NEX 3 5G has been quite positive. Personally, my favourite ones are the macro and ultra-wide angle as the camera software is able to retain much of the texture and colour quality. While the bokeh mode already looks quite good, we did notice some room for improvement, as the overexposure might be a tad too much but it's still a pretty good shot. We are currently reviewing the vivo NEX 3 5G so we will be taking more photos to see how much more it can go.

The vivo NEX 3 5G is currently available in Glowing Night for RM3899 at every vivo Concept store, authorized dealers, Lazada, Shopee and its online store. Let us know what you think of the photos in the comments below and stay tuned for more first impression and hands-on articles at TechNave.com.


Our office tour in Maxis Contact Centre

Just in case you missed our tour in Maxis Contact Centre, you can check out our spontaneous live Facebook video here (part 1) and here (part 2). For this editorial, I'll be writing about some fun facts about the place, Technave's experience in walking around the Contact Centre and some eye-opening views about the support staff there.

In the Maxis Contact Centre, the office is divided into three separate floors under one roof, it's a well-designed, super casual and spacious environment. There are 700 customer care consultants at the office (including online assisted channel i.e. social media, live chat and collections) and they operate 24/7! All contact personnel have three main shifts, with sub-shifts in between, according to the traffic flow and call volume rostered by Maxis.

Tan Lay Han, Head of Sales & Service, as the spokesperson for the event

A QnA session with some of their consultants

Yes, that's a ping pong table in one of the meeting rooms

As mentioned earlier, the office's atmosphere is super casual. Maxis's design concept across all their office is reflective of the MaxisWay culture – which is being Positive, Passionate and Collaborative. The company encourages and promotes collaboration, flexibility, team mobility, smarter and simpler ways of working in a fully open space on each floor (there are no cubicles at all).

The 'street' culture around the office which includes arts, music, sports and the outdoors, the social aspect of things, especially the colour green are in line with the design concept and helps to enhance creativity, energy as well as create a fun environment.

Of course, it's not all just all fun and play-all-day for the staff. Maxis also has a training curriculum organisation-wide, end-to-end improvements to all processes, policies, products, customer touchpoints, communication and insights, to ensure they do their best in providing their customers with the solution they need. Besides the contact centre, the company have other digital touchpoints such as their corporate website, Maxis Online Store, social media (Facebook & Twitter) and live chat channels, as well as dedicated apps (MyMaxis & RED App).

This was in the cafeteria (which is probably the best place to be in the office lol)

Ultimately, the contact centre's goal is not just answering the customers' question, but to provide a one-stop solution in the first call (they call it the Single Call Resolution). In my opinion, many people won't have many thoughts on the support staff behind the phones and will take them for granted. These consultants are actually the unsung heroes for pulling off an all-nighter solving problems, by doing so they have to sacrifice their time with their friends and family missing out special occasions and holidays. So next time if you speak with one, be nice to them because they're human too.

Well, that's our experience from the tour. We would also like to give a shoutout to Maxis for the fun tour and maybe subscribe to our YouTube channel for more future unboxing and first impression hands-on videos too (pretty please? lol). Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Outdated MacBooks, AirPort and iPhones lose Apple support starting 30 June 2017

Take note Applers, Apple will be moving the following models to the obsolete group starting 30 June 2017.

Obsolete devices will not be able to receive repair supports from Apple Retail Stores or Authorized Service Providers. However 3rd party channels are still an option.

Apple typically transitioning devices to the obsolete status after 5-7 years after discontinuing manufactures because of increasing difficulty to find spare parts.


Over 1.5 million Honor 8 sold within two months worldwide

Since it’s launch globally (plus the local Malaysian launch recently), Honor has been blazing new grounds with their new Honor 8. New markets such as the US has helped Honor reach new heights – as of now, Honor has sold over 1.5 million units of their new flagship around the world.

At a press event in Beijing, Honor also shared that their brand has surpassed 100 million units sold globally. This is a very impressive number seeing that the brand is less than 5 years old.

We at TechNave would like to give our heartiest congratulations Honor for this achievement. Looking forward to see more growth in the brand – especially in Malaysia.


Over 1 billion people are expected to use 5G by the end of 2022

Multinational networking and telecommunications company Ericsson recently released its annual mobility report which revealed several interesting findings and predictions. Among which is the estimation that over 1 billion people worldwide will be connected to 5G by the end of this year.

This is based on the network’s rapid global growth, whereby 110 million people subscribed to 5G between July and September this year alone. That made the total number of people using 5G globally to 870 million, a substantial increase from the estimated 580 million users recorded at the end of 2021.

Hence, according to Ericsson, it is likely that 5G users will break the 1 billion mark by the end of this month. Should as such happen, that would make 5G hit the nine-figure subscriber mark 2 years faster than 4G did.

Long-term, Ericsson predicts that 5G would reach 5 billion subscriptions worldwide by 2028 and make up 55 per cent of all network subscriptions. The company also emphasised the importance of 5G in advancing consumer technology.

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


Over 1 million Android users have installed ‘Dynamic Island’ on their devices via the dynamicSpot app

Dynamic Island on the iPhone 14 Pro models has been all the buzz in the tech world lately, so much so that there is even an app that can emulate the feature on Android smartphones. In fact, the app, dynamicSpot, has been so popular that up to this day, it has already garnered over 1 million downloads on Google Play Store!

Developed by Jawomo, the app allows Android users to easily port the interactive island feature on their devices. Moreover, unlike the iPhone 14 Pro’s implementation, dynamicSpot has lots of customisation options, though you do have to make in-app purchases for some of them.

A quick look at the Google Play Store page for the app also shows that the app is well-received, whereby it is rated 4.4 stars from over 4,400 reviews. Besides that, the app is also popular on unofficial channels too, as according to Android Police, dynamicSpot is one of the top 10 most popular apps on APKMirror.

Given the popularity of Dynamic Island, it seems rather inevitable that something similar will officially come to an Android smartphone in the near future. Well, if this can help spur more innovations, then why not, right?

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


Over 120k of crypto platform Luno’s new customers are from Malaysia in the past 6 months

Global cryptocurrency platform Luno has today revealed that Malaysia is one of its strongest markets. In a statement by Luno Malaysia country manager Aaron Tang, 12 percent of the platform's new customers in the past 6 months are based in our country.

That amounted to approximately 120,000 new customers from Malaysia in just half a year. Globally, Luno now has over 10 million customers across 40 countries, securing one million new customers worldwide in the past six months for a a 35 percent year-on-year growth.

As reported by Bernama, Tang further revealed that Malaysians on average deposited RM100 when opening their accounts. They would then tend to hold on for an average of 8 months.

Moreover, over the past year, 32 percent of new customers in Malaysia bought Bitcoin while 23 percent bought Ethereum. There has also been an increase of female customers in Malaysia; more than sevenfold in fact, from 16,000 in 2020 to 120,000 in 2021.

Meanwhile, in the past year, Singaporean users had the highest value of first deposits at US$76 (~RM322), compared to Nigeria, one of Luno’s biggest markets which recorded an average first deposit of US$10 (~RM42.30).

Since its launch in 2013, Luno has enabled over US$52 billion (~RM220 billion) of cryptocurrency to be safely transacted and its customers have stored in excess of US$1 billion (RM4.23 billion).

Besides that, Luno also grew its customer base in Indonesia by 83 percent int he past year, almost doubling its customers in the region. It also provided one million more South Africans with access to cryptocurrencies for the first time.

What do you guys think of the statistics shared by Luno? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for all the latest trending tech news!


Over 13,000 Xiaomi smartphones were sold in Lazada 11.11 Shopping Festival and more

So here's another news report from another e-commerce website. This time coming from Lazada Malaysia, they have once again surpassed their 2017 11.11 sales achievement. On that day, the new record includes over 3000 transactions on average per minute, more than 20 million shoppers were in Lazada mobile app and website and top sellers raking in on average 60 times their daily volume.

Of course, there are several highlights of the Lazada 11.11 Shopping Festival. For the first time, about 4.5 million Malaysians tuned into to watch the live countdown TV show special in collaboration with Media Prima Television Networks, which was broadcasted across major television channels TV3, ntv7 and live streamed on the Lazada app as well. Many local and international artists also made an appearance, such as Ella, Amy Mastura, Ziana Zain, Chakra Khan and KARD. Sherry Alhadad and Haziq Hussni were the hosts together that night.

One of the interesting products that were sold was the Volkswagen Polo B&W Edition which was immediately sold out after a minute (11 units). In addition, Malaysians also bought 27 tonnes of Milo in the first two hours, over 13,000 Xiaomi phones and 4,500,000 pieces of diapers. That said, the best sales came from Home & Living, Fashion, Health & Beauty, Accessories, and Mother & Baby and the top states that shopped the most are Selangor, Kuala Lumpur, Johor, Penang, and Perak.

Goodness, Malaysians are sure crazy about Milo. What did you get? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more Lazada news at TechNave.com.


After two months since its introduction back in April, the Huawei nova 7 series is finally coming to Malaysia! Unlike the business-oriented Huawei Mate series and the camera-centric Huawei P series, the nova series is more focused on the youth. To be precise from Huawei, it's designed for "users with a young heart".

When it comes to the young generation, the most popular things they like to do on their smartphones are being active on social media, playing countless casual and hardcore mobile games, taking a lot of photos (particularly selfies) and downloading various apps that we probably never heard of. Speaking of apps, the nova 7 series has the Huawei AppGallery and FindApp for you to download popular apps, as well as having PhoneClone to let you transfer your beloved apps to a new phone instantly. Incidentally, these are the 3 useful features on the Huawei nova 7 series to look forward to!

As the whole world is living the new normal lifestyle right now, being at home can be a bit boring sometimes. This is where the AppGallery comes in, as you can explore a wide variety of apps in different categories without ever leaving your house. In case you haven't heard, more apps are being added into the AppGallery and this includes WhatsApp, Instagram, Snapchat and more for the youth.

The AppGallery is adding more apps than ever

Besides that, you can also download online shopping platforms like Shopee, Lazada, Caring, and others to purchase daily necessities. Of course, there are also Facebook, Telegram, WhatsApp, Instagram, and even entertainment apps - Netflix, Viu, and DimSum - so you can watch your favourite shows without ever leaving your house.

Surprise, there are actually rewards for installing apps from the AppGallery. As long as you are a Huawei user, you are eligible for any AppGallery rewards on any Huawei device. Through the reward system, you get more Huawei Points by installing more apps and use your Huawei ID to redeem attractive rewards and gifts at the AppGallery Gift Centre. There are also lucky draws so everyone stands a chance to win a prize!

Currently, the AppGallery is the third largest app store globally with more than 390 million monthly users every month. So if you have an AppGallery now, explore and find exciting games and social media apps, then the gifts and rewards to be coming towards to you in no time.

Moving on to this feature, you will never have to worry about finding the app you want. How does this work? The Huawei FindApps acts as a hub to help users find the desired app and direct it to the closest resource to download. By integrating multiple third-party download sources (such as the official website of the app or in AppGallery), this effectively helps users find the application to save time and effort.

If you still can't a specific app on the AppGallery, don't worry because this can still be solved by downloading the APK file. This can be done through using the Huawei web browser or a third-party app store such as Aptoide or Aurora Store.

Perhaps the most annoying thing when getting a new smartphone is having to transfer all your data and media files over. The process is long, it can be quite troublesome, and not all the phones have the same method. Thankfully, Huawei have the PhoneClone to solve that.

Not only is the PhoneClone compatible between two Huawei phones, but you can also use it if you are transferring from an iOS or Android system. Regardless of any brand, the PhoneClone will help transfer all the necessary things you need, whether it be contacts, text messages, call logs, notes, recordings, calendars, photos, songs, videos, documents and apps (Android only), all will be done!

On top of that, you don't need WiFi to transfer. You can just scan a QR code or connect it to a hotspot of the new Huawei phone to start the transmission. The transfer speed is said to be up to 1GB per minute, as well as being secured via wireless network encryption and backed up in the cloud to protect your data safely at the same time. The PhoneClone is available to download from the Apple App and Google Play Store.

So what do you think of the AppGallery, FindApps and PhoneClone on the nova 7 series? We think that with these features, it should help ease your thoughts of transferring files or finding apps. If you are looking forward to the upcoming nova 7 series, stay tuned for our official news coverage at TechNave.com soon!


Acer Swift 3, Swift 5, and TravelMate P2 Malaysia release: 11th-Gen Intel Core processor, starts from RM2,699

This should be the time for laptop manufacturers to refresh their laptops with the latest 11th-Gen Intel Core processor to level up the performance. With that said, Acer has made to move and brought a few laptops with the latest processor to Malaysia. Other than that, the Acer Swift 3, Acer Swift 5, and Acer TravelMate P2 are also equipped with some interesting tech specs to suit various needs. Now, let's find out which would be the one for you!

Starting with the Acer Swift 5, the laptop is specially designed with a Corning Gorilla Antimicrobial glass-covered screen to reduce the microbial growth on your screen. According to Acer, this laptop can also last up to 15 hours with just a single charge. Furthermore, the Microsoft Office Home & Student 2019 will be pre-installed on the laptop as well for the convenience of users.

For the Acer Swift 3, it is said that the laptop will be able to last up to 11 hours and comes with 30-minute fast charge support that can provide video viewing for up to 4 hours. It also comes with three color options including Pink, Blue, and Silver, and has also been pre-installed with Microsoft Office Home & Student 2019.

Last but not least, there's also the durable Acer TravelMate P2 that comes with security features such as a fingerprint scanner, Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0, and Windows Hello. It is available with only one color option and the price starts at RM2,699.

If you are interested in one of the laptops, you may head to the official Acer's Malaysia site to find out more information. Besides launching new laptops, Acer also has this campaign which allows you to stand a chance to win prizes of up RM30,000 by purchasing a new laptop before 25 December. From 1 to 26 December, Acer will select one lucky winner each day to have a free prize. Winners will be announced on Acer Malaysia's Facebook page or at this link.

Let us know what you think about these Acer laptops on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest local tech news.


Over 1900 customers got scammed for buying a 2TB hard drive which is actually a pen drive inside

We have read and heard much news about fake items on online platforms now and then, but this one really takes the byte (#badumtss). According to Says.com, TikTok user @thesinghspeaks, Bilawal Singh (a computer repair shop owner) shared a video of how a customer of his got scammed by a Shopee vendor selling fake external hard drives.

In his video, he first went to the Shopee store that sells the said hard drives. A 2TB mode cost RM105 which his customer bought and amazingly, the store has already sold over 1900 units with an average 4.6 stars rating from 460 customers. At first glance, the store seems like a trustworthy place to shop but it's not what it seems.

Despite the many 5-star reviews, most of them only mentioned its fast delivery but not the performance. There are a couple of 1-star reviews as well, criticising that files tend to disappear inside the hard drive, undetectable and perhaps the most mind-blowing one of all - the 2TB hard drive contains a 2GB pen drive inside!

@thesinghspeaks then went to open up the external hard drive that his customer got. True enough, a 2GB pen drive was found attached to a small circuit board. There's even a small metal plate inside so that it makes the product feels "real" due to the weight. Suffice to say, previous buyers who gave a 5-star rating have been scammed.

Says.com confirmed that the online store on Shopee has probably been closed down since it can be found anymore. To avoid buying fake products online, you must always make sure the store is trusted. Trust stores are also included in Shopee Mall, with the Preferred or Preferred+ badge. Stay tuned for trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Over 2.9 million users have downloaded and registered the MyJPJ app

The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has announced that 2.971 million users have downloaded and registered the MyJPJ app since its introduction on 10 February 2023. This is following the implementation of the Digital Motor Vehicle License and Digital Private Malaysian Driving by the Transport Ministry (MOT).

As reported by Bernama, JPJ director-general Datuk Zailani Hashim further revealed that the department’s effort in promoting the app has been going well. Users can use the app to show their road tax, making the physical sticker on vehicles only optional and no longer mandatory.

Zailani added that the MyJPJ app will be upgraded to show and renew their license by the middle of this year. Moreover, JPJ enforcers will use the Smart Management Enforcement Device (SMED) for road users who have internet issue coverage or don’t own a smartphone.

So, what do you guys think of the MyJPJ app? Are you still showcasing your physical road tax or have you switched to only using the app? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news!


Over 3 million honor 10 units have been sold globally

Recently from honor's Twitter account, the company has proudly announced that their honor 10 flagship has amazingly sold over 3 million units across Europe and Asia. If you remember correctly, the device was only launched in May this year and that's quite an accomplishment and a great milestone for them.

According to statistics, their international sales volumes including shipments for Europe and Asia grew 150% year-on-year. This is just the first six months of 2018 and not even counting the China market. Europe seems to be honor's strongest market as the shipment for Spain grew fivefold, while sales volumes in the United Kingdom shot up to 200%. honor even overtook Apple as the second largest vendor in Russia. Meanwhile, honor's presence in India, also grew a lot and boosted its sales by 300%.

Three million Honor 10s, three million thanks! Huge shoutout to all our Honor fans for supporting #Honor10! This milestone couldn't have been achieved without your help. #BeautyInAI pic.twitter.com/7BC5YaNi6x

honor's doing pretty great so far and that includes Malaysia too. In fact, honor Malaysia will be having a 7uly Madness Offers starting from 17 July until 22 July 2018 with vouchers, freebies and phone discounts from RM349 only. To know more about it, you can head over here to check it out and stay tuned for more honor news at TechNave.com.


Over 380k accounts of E-Pay Malaysia users were sold online

Cybersecurity is so important these days, but some platforms just can't do it well. It's worse when financial sites are the ones with poor security, as the consequences can be dire. This was proven when it was found that E-Pay Malaysia got hacked.

In a rather extensive leak, the personal data of 380000 E-Pay Malaysia customers have been revealed. The leak was found by @Bank_Security (via OMG Hackers), a Twitter user that lists security issues or leaks that happen to financial institutions. In this particular case, details like the user name, email address, phone number, and more were being exposed.

A Threat Actor is selling 380,000 customers PII Data and credentials related to the online payment system e-pay (https://t.co/2G2LJl9LZZ) located in Malaysia. pic.twitter.com/bLKTnM8rxm

Moreover, the leaked data was actually being sold on a hacker forum. The hacker didn't seem to be the greedy sort though, or maybe he felt that the data wasn't worth much. After all, the data was sold for a mere USD 300 (~RM1216.50). Anyway, E-Pay Malaysia and the relevant authorities have already been notified, so we expect the breach to be patched soon.

If you're an E-Pay Malaysia user and don't know about this yet, you should go and change your password now. On the topic, what methods do you use to safeguard your passwords and data? Share them in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Over 40 phones won't run WhatsApp anymore next year

As we get closer to 2023, some older phone models will be phased out of software support. In WhatsApp's case, older phones won't be able to support WhatsApp anymore so do check it out below.

According to sources, a total of 47 old phones will drop out of WhatsApp support. There are over 20 LG phones, seven Samsung phones, two iPhones and many more on the list. WhatsApp will end the support for these devices right after 31 December 2022.

Looking at the list, we wouldn't say we are too worried as all the devices listed below are quite "ancient". Anyway, you may refer it to the list below.

If you happen to own any of the devices above, it's time to get a brand new phone for 2023. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Over 4000 Honor 7 units sold in Honor's year-end festive season sale

With Christmas just around the corner, Honor ended their year-end sale on VMALL.MY with a bang. Over 150000 fans and customers participated in Honor’s festive season celebration by purchasing attractive discounts, deals and gifts.

The highest sale during the three day period went to Honor 7 with over 4000 units sold, Honor 7 is also the first model to achieve over 100000 unit sales in Malysia, and the third to join Honor 4C and 4X in the exclusive 100K club. Besides that, fans and customers who purchased the Honor 7 were also entitled to a 6-month one-to-one replacement guarantee and a 6-month cracked LCD replacement insurance policy.

It was a joyous event for both fans and customers alike, as they got to enjoy gifts and rebates up to RM200 offered on selected models. They also redeemed a RM50 discount voucher during the event on each new purchases they made on VMALL.MY.

“The festive season is a great time for giving, and what better way to share our joy by handing out gifts? This is honor’s way of saying thank you to our fans and customers. At the same time, it reiterates our continuous commitment to deliver top-notch products.” said Allen An, E-commerce Director, Honor Malaysia

Here are some of the highlights in the sale:


Over 50 smartphones with MediaTek chipsets have been delisted by UL Benchmarks for cheating

Just last week, it was reported that MediaTek was caught cheating in benchmarking tests. Despite that, it probably won't stop benchmark boosting which is unfortunately common in the smartphone industry. To deal with this issue, UL Benchmarks announced that over 50 smartphones powered by MediaTek chipsets have been delisted once and for all.

It's not to the MediaTek smartphones will be removed, but rather unranked without any PCMark for Android scores. With that, the selected delisted devices aren't able to be compared with other smartphone models temporarily. How MediaTek managed to bypass the benchmark scores is by using a hidden mechanism commonly known as "Sports Mode" (or anything similar), which artificially boost the phone's performance while running the public PCMark for Android app. This is not an accepted industry standard by UL Benchmarks.

Below is the official list of delisted MediaTek chipsets:

By all means, UL Benchmarks isn't condoning optional performance modes but as long as it's allowed under the current rules and guidelines, and disabled by default. Therefore, any benchmark scores that use a hidden mechanism (Sports Mode) and settings enabled by default do not accurately reflect a device's true performance in daily usage. The company hopes that the delisting will somehow persuade MediaTek to change their way to adopt benchmarking best practices.

UL Benchmarks take benchmarking manipulation seriously. So if you happen to discover a smartphone with a suspicious score, please do share the details with them and the company will investigate right away. Stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com.


Over 5000 apps retained access to data of Facebook users, even after 90-days of inactivity

When it comes to data security, Facebook can never seem to get a break. The company has reportedly made another booboo where its system allowed over 5000 apps to have access to the data of users, despite them being inactive for 90 days.

In case you didn't know, Facebook has a mechanism that is supposed to block apps from accessing the data of users who have not been using Facebook for at least 90 days. But according to TechSpot, there was a bug to the system and it failed to kick in. Facebook has confirmed that the issue was fixed the day after it was discovered.

Fortunately, Facebook said that the issue only affected users under certain scenarios. For example, if a user were to be invited by friends to apps that have access to the data. Those who are invited this way will have their data shared to the app, despite not being active anymore.

While this may not be that big an issue for some, it shows that Facebook still has issues when it comes to user privacy. With that said, what else do you think Facebook needs to do to improve on its privacy protection? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Over 7 million TikTok accounts got deleted for "suspected underage accounts"

During the pandemic, more and more people have started to sign up for other social media accounts and make their own short clips. This includes TikTok and it has definitely caught a lot of attention from the youngsters, even to the point of making Instagram thinking of changing its business model to video sharing.

However, there is bound to be inappropriate videos here and there, and there are many minors below 13 years old joining the platform as well. In case you didn't know, you must be at least 13 years old and above to use it and turned out that there were many as 7 million of them pretending to be one.

TikTok just recently released their Q1 2021 Transparency Report, covering from January to March. In the report, about 11 million accounts got removed for going against the community guidelines or policy rules. Among the 11 million, 7 million were "suspected underage accounts". That is a high figure but TikTok said it only makes up less than 1% of all the TikTok users.

We mentioned inappropriate videos earlier before, so those who are still below 18 years are required to have special settings. For example, those between ages 13 and 17 are automatically set to private, and their videos and engagement are restricted to a degree.

That said, if you are a parent - we highly recommend you to be more careful of your children's social media usage. Stay safe, stay healthy and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Over 8 Million Registrations received for Xiaomi Mi Max's First Flash Sale

Every Xiaomi products are always in high demand in China and also in other regions like Malaysia as well. Whenever the company comes out with a new device, the consumers will have a hard time getting one as they will be sold out within the same day. With that being said, the Xiaomi Max is going to be no exception. Xiaomi Max spots the tech specs of a massive 6.4-inch 1080 display, large 4850 mAh battery, 16MP shooter and three different versions of processors. One powered by Snapdragon 650 and the other two by Snapdragon 652. The phone is said to have received over 8 million registrations for the first flash sale that is going to be held on 17 May 2016.

Unfortunately, Xiaomi said they will only make 100000 units available for purchase on 17 May 2016, so just a small percentage of people will get their chance to own one. Yet, only the 32GB SD650 model will be available for sale next week. As for Xiaomi Max's availability and pricing in Malaysia, make sure to stay tuned at Technave.com for more updates.

Three versions tech specs and pricing details:-


Acer Swift 3 and Swift 5 release: Featuring 12th Gen Intel Core processors, starting price from ~RM3568

Today, Acer has officially announced two brand news Swift laptops for 2022 - the new Swift 5 and Swift 3 with 12th Gen Intel Core processors. The Swift 5 already made an appearance in January 2022 so in this article, we will be focusing more on the Swift 3 instead.

The Acer Swift 3 (SF314-512) is an all-new 14-inch laptop and like its predecessors, it continues the lineup of compact laptops for consumers. Equipped with up to the latest 12th Gen Intel Core processors and up to 2TB of SSD storage, it features a bright 16:9 QHD or FHD touch display and an FHD webcam with Acer’s TNR technology for video calls. Of course, we also expected WiFi 6E and DTS Audio.

As a compact laptop, it offers the essential I/O ports as well namely the USB Type-C, USB Type-A, and HDMI 2.1. The Swift 3 can be fast-charged, which can last up to four hours of battery life from a single 30-minute charge. Lastly, it also comes equipped with Acer’s TwinAir dual-fan cooling system. Acer said that this improved cooling system offers a 65.8% increased thermal performance of a single fan alone.

In terms of price, the Swift 3 will be available in North America in June starting at USD 849.99 (~RM3568); in EMEA in April starting at EUR 1,199 (~RM5661); and in China in April, starting at RMB 5,499 (~RM3652). Then for the Swift 5 (SF514-56T), it will be available in North America in June starting at USD 1,499 (~RM6292); in EMEA in March starting at EUR 1,799 (~RM8494); and in China in April, starting at RMB 9,999 (~RM6644).

Exact specifications, prices, and availability will vary by region. So in Malaysia's case, it may turn out to be a different one but we shall wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Over 88k Malaysians took GOpinjam loans amounting to RM91.1 million from TNG eWallet app

Last year, TNG Digital Sdn Bhd in collaboration with CIMB Bank Sdn Bhd introduced GOpinjam, a short-term personal loan through the former’s TNG eWallet app. Well, despite initial controversy regarding its high-interest rate, the service has been really popular among Malaysians who need fast cash.

According to the Ministry of Finance (MOF), a total of 88,620 people took GOpinjam loans as of end-March 2023, amounting to RM91.1 million. Furthermore, the short-term loan service was especially popular with youths.

Specifically, youths under 30 make up 55 per cent of GOPinjam’s total customers. The average loan amount for those in this age category is RM1,500 per person.

MOF revealed the matter in reply to a question from Batang Sadong Member of Parliament (MP) Rodiyah Sapiee in Parliament. She had previously asked about the number of borrowers and the average amount of approved financing applied for by the public, especially youths in making personal loans directly with non-financial institutions.

In the reply, MOF also stressed that all financial institutions are required to comply with the requirements outlined by Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM). This is to ensure fair treatment of consumers and protect them from excessive debt burdens and financial difficulties.

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