Computex 2021 set to go fully online for 2nd year in a row

As some of you may know, Computex is one of the biggest tech exhibitions of the year. The trade show is similar to CES, which showcases a wide variety of new products and technology to the world. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic has yet to die down, which means going to Taiwan is a problem.

Due to border control in various countries, it will be difficult for international exhibitors and other visitors to go to Taiwan to attend the event physically. As such, the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) has decided to cancel the onsite event. Instead, Computex 2021 will be held fully online like last year.

According to the announcement, the virtual event will run from 31 May to 30 June 2021 this time. We're not sure if this is a print error, but the organiser may have decided to go for a more flexible schedule due to a lack of time constraint. As you would expect, keynotes and product reveals will be done via live-streaming and videos.

With that said, what's a product you're hoping to see debut in Computex 2021? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Comrade_Rasydan emerged as the top FIFA18 player in Rah Rah Russia FIFA 18 Tournament

Comrade_Rasydan along with Lee Choong Kha, Raf Yaakob and Jeremy

Comrade_Rasydan from Melaka claimed the title as the best FIFA18 player in Rah Rah Russia FIFA 18 Tournament, beating FF_Shinge in a best of 3 finals. The winner will not only take home the title but also be awarded a trip for 2 to Russia and also RM5000 prize. To go into more detail about Rah Rah Russia, it is an Esports Tournament and roadshow hosted by the official smartphone sponsor Vivo along with eGG Network from Astro as their official broadcaster for Esports. For more news and updates, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Concept cars from Mercedes and Sony took CES 2020 to another level

CES 2020 is basically a Disneyland for tech lovers. From the coolest tech gadgets to the latest technology demonstrations, everything unexpected was being brought to the show and we definitely can’t hide our excitement! Today, Mercedes and Sony both revealed concept cars that sport futuristic designs and crazy features (like another level of crazy) that made our jaws drop.

Mercedes has been a regular participant of the major event. This year, the car manufacturer unveiled an electric vehicle that is based on the movie, Avatar (not the Airbender). The Mercedes-Benz AVTR has a design that will bring some memories back for those who have watched the film. It adapts the elements that we could see in Pandora and the main concept is to be as close to nature as possible. For that, the doors were designed to be clear to remove the barrier between the driver and the world outside.

What shocked us the most would be the lack of steering wheel in this car. The only way to drive it is to link yourself (yes, like what they did in the movie) to the car through biometric sensors. Later on, you’ll get to interact with the car’s system with various gestures that are claimed to be natural, as they are not hard to learn. However, it’s just a concept car after all, so don’t get your hopes high for linking with your car at the moment.

Although Sony’s biggest highlight at CES 2020 should be the PS5, the company didn’t reveal anything further than just the logo. To make amends, Sony made a surprise announcement for its electric concept sedan, Sony Vision-S. The electric car features 33 different sensors inside and outside of the car, multiple widescreen displays, 360 audio, and always-on connectivity.

The Sony Vision-S has self-driving ability enhanced by Sony’s CMOS image sensors. Those sensors are able to achieve high sensitivity, high definition, and high dynamic range to deliver accurate object recognition. Apart from that, there is also a Time-of-Flight (ToF) sensor in the car to detect and recognize people and objects, which helps to improve safety and comfort while inside the vehicle.

These two concept cars are definitely wilding at CES 2020. Let us know what you think about them on our Facebook page! For more tech news, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Concept of 2023 Apple iPhone SE shows off a huge makeover

The iPhone SE has gained its fame by being affordable for people who want to get their hands on Apple's latest technology without spending big bucks. However, the design of the second-generation iPhone SE might have disappointed some as it follows the old iPhone design rather than the new one, which comes without the circular home button. With that said, someone might have taken a peek into the future and is telling us that the 2023 version of the iPhone SE will be really different.

According to the concept images made by apple lap, the 2023 iPhone SE will ditch the home button and move its Touch ID to the side button just like the 2020 iPad Air. Meanwhile, the speaker has been moved to the top edge to trim down the top bezel. For the overall design, the images also show that the device will feature iPhone 12's squared-off edges. Besides that, it is suggested to come in five colours as well.

The concept creator has also made a bold prediction by removing the notch and replaced it with a punch-hole cutout, which looks like something that we have seen from the Samsung Galaxy S21 series. Rumour has it that Apple will start using notch-less design starting from the iPhone 14 series (Why not under-display camera?!).

Let us know what you think about this 2023 iPhone SE concept on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more interesting smartphone news.


Concept render of Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 appears online, comes with S Pen and punch-hole front cam

News and rumours of the next foldable device from Samsung are ramping up, with renders starting to appear on the internet. One of the latest pieces of news claims that the Galaxy Fold 2 will come with a new S Pen, swiftly followed by a concept art based on the rumour.

Ben Geskin revealed his concept renders for the Galaxy Fold 2 on Twitter, showing a device with what's called an Infinity V display with a punch-hole camera at the front. Allegedly, it will be a 5G device powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset. However, do remember that the images provided are concept renders based on unconfirmed rumours so it may not be how the device will actually look.

with the new S Pen pic.twitter.com/BcoPnVLGHi

In a related piece of news, Max Weinbach also claimed that the device would have the same triple-camera setup (12MP+12MP+64MP) as the Galaxy S20 Plus. It would also have a ceramic and stainless steel body, dyed in five different colours of blue, silver, gold, pink, and black.

There's no official announced on the specs and features of the Galaxy Fold 2 yet, but including an S Pen with it definitely sounds like a great idea to us. Still, what do you think of the concept render and rumours behind the Galaxy Fold 2 so far? Let us know what you think on our Facebook and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates like this.


Concept render of Sony PlayStation 5 released, shows slim machine in black or white

Unlike its counterpart at Microsoft, Sony has been tight-lipped about the details for its next-gen PlayStation 5 console. To date, the public is yet to know what the retail unit would look like. However, this also means that people get to be imaginative, like with the concept video that was released recently by LetsGoDigital.

The 3-minutes plus video hints at a few things that we already know about the PS5 so far. Of course, the key specs include the AMD Ryzen Zen 2 CPU and Radeon RDNA2-based GPU inside. But aside from that, it showed a new dual-shock controller and a simple disc slot for Blu-ray discs. We also see what seems to be two USB Type-C port, two HDMI ports, and two USB Type-A ports.

Bear in mind that the video is a fan creation, which means that you'll have to take what you've seen with a grain of salt. Some features like backwards compatibility have been confirmed by Sony and a while back there was a patent for support for voice controls in the controller. But when it comes to designs, we've only seen of the bulky dev kits. Honestly, the machine depicted in the concept render looks too slim. If a comprehensive cooling solution is required, there's no way such a slim body could fit it in. It would also mean a bulky power brick would be needed.

Hopefully, Sony will break its silence on the PS5 and finally show us the official designs soon. But with that said, what are your thoughts on this? Do you think this concept video is accurate? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for future news on the PS5.


A Samsung official confirmed that the Galaxy Note 21 series is alive and well for 2021

Just this morning, we wrote news about how Samsung hinted on the possibility of the S Pen making its way to the upcoming Galaxy S21 series. There were also plenty of rumours that the Galaxy Note series might disappear but a Samsung official disapproved that.

According to a source from a Korean news outlet, the Samsung official said that the company is preparing to launch the Galaxy Note series next year. Although TM Roh, Samsung President said that a Galaxy Note feature would be added to other devices in their lineup, the same Samsung official said that it doesn't mean the Galaxy Note series will be discontinued.

Nonetheless, even if Samsung will reveal the Galaxy Note 21 series next year, the majority of the rumours are still saying that the lineup could be discontinued after that. This is so that Samsung can focus on the Galaxy S series as the flagship with the S Pen as an extra accessory, as well as expanding the foldable phones lineup which TM Roh promised. Of course, the Samsung official denied this.

Do you think the Galaxy Note series should stop? Why and why not? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Concept render of Xiaomi rollable device appears

Foldable devices were the hot form factor from 2019 to 2020, but it looks like next year is going to be the year of the rollable device. A few companies have unveiled concept designs of rollable devices so far, including OPPO, LG, and Samsung. Now, rumours claim that Xiaomi will join the gang.

According to LetsGoDigital, the concept design for the alleged Xiaomi Alpha R has appeared in an unofficial render. This render is based on a patent that Xiaomi submitted to the USPTO last year, which shows a device that features a retractable mechanism that will roll out the display. If this concept video is accurate, the device should come with an audio jack, triple camera setup, and a USB Type-C port.

The device orientation and form factor are similar to what we've seen from OPPO and TCL, except with different mechanisms to extend the display. There's also speculation that similar to the Mi Mix Alpha concept device, which has the extendable display wrap around the back of the screen instead. However, this device is at the patent stage, so it's best not to assume that any leak renders are genuine.

Having said that, would you be interested in this type of rollable device? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for future updates on this device.


Concept render of foldable iPhone is basically clamshell iPhone 12 Pro

Many Apple fans are content to look forward to a new iPhone every year. But surely some people wonder what a foldable iPhone could look like, right? The possibility of such a device was first confirmed through a patent last year, and now fans are starting to come up with possible designs.

A concept renderer came up with a fan concept design for the ostensibly named Apple iPhone Flip. Rather than a large foldable like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3, Apple's foldable iPhone uses the clamshell design of the Galaxy Z Flip 3. In our opinion, the concept render has the device looking like a version of the iPhone 12 Pro with a flippable body.

The designer also speculated on the tech specs and features for the device. He claimed that the iPhone Flip will come with the Apple M1 chip, instead of something newer like the upcoming Apple A15 Bionic. Allegedly, the device will also 120Hz ProMotion XDR Display, an under-display Touch ID, and a wireless charging tech called AirCharge.

Of course, the renders or details mentioned above are all speculations, so take them with a grain of salt. Having said that, would a clamshell iPhone be something you'd want? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for future updates on this.


Concept renders of the Microsoft Surface Solo spotted detailing how the device could look like

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that a bunch of renders regarding the Microsoft Surface Solo might have been spotted, giving us a better idea of what to expect if such a device were to exist. The renders claim that the smartphone is expected to come equipped with a front-facing selfie camera towards the top-middle of the device, as well as rounded corners which makes the smartphone a lot more pleasing to look at.

But that’s not all, it also has a USB Type-C port as well as a dual speaker grille towards the bottom. However, it is best to take the renders with a grain of salt as it is just a concept, and Microsoft did not announce any plans on making such a device.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Microsoft Surface Solo as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Condition One releases rugged 360 degree Bison camera for outdoor VR

One of the early VR adopters, the production studio Condition One, has created its own take of a VR camera, named ‘Bison’. This is an internal-use camera that is designed to capture 360 degree footage in the wild, thanks to its rugged design and construction. It houses 16 cameras inside the housing, to produce 360 degree stereoscopic 3D video, complete with 3D positional audio. What this means is that you can scroll the video around, and hear every sound like you are really there. Check out the video sample below.

The camera can capture 3D 4K video, up to 48 frames per second, and it can be exported to Youtube and any other supported 3D video player. Bison can shoot footage at distances as close as 60cm/2ft, has a 2 hour recording time, a thermal management system, custom aluminium rig, custom carbon fibre tripod, remote trigger with a 792m/2600ft range and tablet control – according to the company’s website. Companies and teams interested in creating movies with Bison will need to team up with the studio to gain access to the camera so no Malaysian release date just yet.


Connect your non-wifi enabled DSLRs with this DIY project

More cameras these days are WiFi-enabled, allowing you to connect it to your tablet or smartphone to control it remotely from a distance. What about for cameras that has no WiFi built-in?

A photographer found a way to enable older cameras with no WiFi to be connected to the web, and then controlled like any modern WiFi-enabled camera – and it cost less than USD 40 (~RM 160). All you need is a portable wireless router, an app and time to set everything up. It does involve some firmware updating, and a bit of technical knowhow.

Once everything is set up however, you can control your DSLR wirelessly. The best part of this setup is that it can be used with most modern DSLRs, and it is cross platform. So it can be a worthy investment if you want to try it out. Check out the steps how to enable that here.


Connected cars: who controls your car without you knowing? - A research finding by Kaspersky Labs

Did you know? Since cars are now actively connected online, it’s also now possible for criminals to cyberhack into your vehicle. But how long does it take for them to do so? Kaspersky Lab presents you their results, from examining security of applications for the car remote control, to a couple of security issues faced in Malaysia.

According to Kaspersky Lab research, here is a list of the security issues discovered:

So with this, it doesn’t take too long for the attacker to gain complete control of the car. However, this would require some additional preparations such as luring the car owner to install specially-crafted malicious apps, as well as needing to be experience in social engineering techniques to begin with, so in other words, Kaspersky Labs think it’s unlikely a problem from their research conclusion.

“The main conclusion of our research is that, in their current state, applications for connected cars are not ready to withstand malware attacks. Thinking about the security of the connected car, one should not only consider the security of server-side infrastructure. We expect that car manufacturers will have to go down the same road that banks have already gone down with their applications. Initially, apps for online banking did not have all the security features listed in our research. Now, after multiple cases of attacks against banking apps, many banks have improved the security of their products.

Luckily, we have not yet detected any cases of attacks against car applications, which means that car vendors still have time to do things right. How much time they have exactly is unknown. Modern Trojans are very flexible – one day they can act like normal adware, and the next day they can easily download a new configuration making it possible to target new apps. The attack surface is really vast here,” said Victor Chebyshev, security expert at Kaspersky Lab.

So there you have it, looks like car hacking isn’t even a thing right now. But they did prepare some tips for car manufacturers to prepare themselves from it in the near future, the tips are:

To learn more about the connected сar threat, please read the blog post available at Securelist.com.


Conquest S6 is an ultra-rugged smartphone from China which costs RM1162

Smartphone enthusiasts are usually concerned about the tech specs of a device. However, there is a certain segment of the population who are looking for an ultra-rugged smartphone and for them; the Conquest S6 rugged smartphone is a very attractive option. The phone is built to last. It can survive practically anything from getting dipped in water to falling on concrete. The Conquest S6 can resist water, dust, pressure, high temperatures, freezing and scratches, thanks to its well protected body. There's even an armor case made of metal on the front to protect the display. Inside, the Conquest S6 features the 64-bit Mediatek MT6732 quad-core processor with 1GB RAM. There's a 5-inch 720p HD display on the front and a 5MP camera above it. At the back, there is a 13MP rear camera. The phone supports high speed 4G LTE networks and comes with Android 4.4.4 KitKat OS out of the box. Finally, a large 4000 mAh battery powers the device. The Conquest S6 isn't thin though, as it is 15mm thick and weighs around 290 grams. At present, the company has no plans for a Malaysia release. The phone will be sold in China for around $325 (RM1162). Look to third-party sellers if you are still interested.


Consumer Affairs Ministry to grill Touch ’n Go this week over the lack of TnG NFC cards supply

The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) has revealed that it is expected to hold a meeting with Touch ’n Go this week to discuss the lack of supply of the enhanced NFC TnG cards and the status of their selling methods. Moreover, the ministry has also produced six notices to parties that have been found to sell the enhanced TnG cards at exorbitant prices.

As reported by national news agency Bernama, the enhanced TnG cards are priced at RM10 by Touch ’n Go but KPDNHEP has detected it being sold at up to 5 times the price through online market platforms. The ministry has also received four official complaints on the matter and detected 13 card sales advertisements involving several online platforms.

Preliminary investigations on the matter found that the marked-up prices of the enhanced TnG cards on online platforms involved employees at the payment counter of a petrol station. KPDNHEP Minister, Datuk Seri Alexander Nanta Linggi revealed that his ministry has conducted checks and information from the managers of the online market platforms as well as at 11 premises including private residences and business buildings.

As mentioned earlier, six notices have been issued in accordance with Section 21 of the  Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011 (AKHAP 2011) to the parties. Furthermore, they are required to submit an official response or explanation to KPDNHEP's Enforcement Division and if they fail to do so, the parties involved may be subject to action according to Section 21(5) of AKHAP 2011 for refusing or failing to submit feedback.

The enhanced NFC cards are sold for RM10 at selected petrol stations or through online transactions using the TnG application and Lazada. However, the two channels for the sale of the cards reportedly experienced limited supply since April this year.

So, what do you guys think of the move by KPDNHEP? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


Consumer demand for 5G smartphones is declining for Southeast Asian markets

5G has been a thing during the pandemic and even more so with brands trying to get you to buy their 5G monicker phones. However, a recent report by the Financial Times said that the phase may have worn out now, as consumers are starting to have second thoughts.

In the report, it is said that consumer demand for 5G smartphones in Southeast Asian markets is now starting to decline. Just for the second quarter of this year, there is a 7% drop in 5G phone shipments. 7% doesn't sound like a lot, but the shipments come in big volumes so that's a lot of cut-off units.

Canalys analyst, Chiew Le Xuan said "the hype of 5G has dwindled", and consumers have already shifted back their focus to more practical aspects of a phone. This includes the usual battery life, storage, processor speed and camera quality. Even more so, consumers have yet to see how 5G making an impact in their daily online social activities, as 4G is already good enough for that.

Despite this, the industry is heading towards the 5G era and the technology is expected to grow across Asia in the next few years, but only probably benefiting large companies on their Internet of Things products.

Has 5G affected your life so far? Let us know in the comments below and do stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Contest winners win big in Celcom 4G LTE Phone Fair

Tuan Syed Md Najib Syed Md Noor (centre), Chief Customer Service, Retail Officer of Celcom Axiata Berhad, posing with the happy lucky winners.

Celcom recently gave away over 200 brand new smartphones/smart wearables to each contest winner during the on-going Celcom 4G LTE Phone Fair on 31 October 2015. It was the biggest phone fair ever held ever since its launch on 16 September 2015.

Celcom truly stand to their word on delivering maximum customer experience and will continue to do so, as proven with the Celcom 4G LTE Phone Fair is an event to showcase diverse and vibrant brands of mobile devices and offering irresistible deals to customers. Speaking of offers, this is open to all new and existing Celcom users on the value for money and exclusive smartphone sale.

The event is fantastic for those who wants to own their dream smartphone, the offers are 90% in savings and smartphones from as low as RM158 up for grabs. Besides that, customers can do a trade-in with their current smartphones up to RM1950 at the Blue Cube, with an additional RM50 on top of their trade-in phone value and a RM50 voucher at Blue Cube stores for their next purchase.

“We are pleased to reward our lucky customers, which stood out amongst thousands of contestants, with another FREE smartphone or Smart wearables when they purchased their new devices during the on-going Celcom 4G LTE Phone Fair! What a surprise it would be for these lucky winners as the new smartphones or Smart wearables which will be supported by Celcom’s lightning-fast 4G LTE network which provides the widest and most stable network. The on-going Celcom 4G LTE Phone Fair is not to be missed.” Tuan Syed Md Najib Syed Md Noor, Chief Customer Service, Retail Officer of Celcom Axiata Berhad.

Kindly visit the Celcom website for more information on the Celcom 4G LTE Phone Fair, packages and fantastic price plans!


A Samsung tablet with 5,100mAh spotted on FCC, could be Galaxy Tab A7 Lite

Today, an unknown Samsung Galaxy tab has been spotted on FCC with a model number SM-T225. The tablet is said to be an affordable one as it could be coming as the Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. Besides the certification, the source has also found out some pretty interesting information about the upcoming tablet.

From the FCC database, it reveals that the SM-T225 will get a battery pack with model number HQ-3565S, manufactured by SCUD (Fujian) Electronics Co., Ltd. After searching the battery's model number on the TÜV Rheinland database, it is found to be a 5,100mAh battery. The tablet is also said to be shipped together with Samsung's EP-TA200 charger, which is a 15W adapter.

Besides that, the design of the tablet has also been revealed in a sketch. It suggests that the device would feature large bezels with even larger forehead and chin. There could also be a single camera at the back that is located on the top left corner. Furthermore, it is expected to have a 3.5mm audio jack and a Type-C charging port as well at the bottom.

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


Controller support coming to Call of Duty Mobile soon

Call of Duty Mobile had over 100million downloads in the first week it was released and it's no surprise why. It is fast paced, easy to play and the battle royale mode is absolutely fun. And it is about to get even more fun as Activision is working on controller support for the game soon.

Activision made a statement on Reddit. He mentions that he had noticed the player base’s pleas for controller support on COD Mobile. They are currently testing controller support and trying to make sure that the feature is released perfectly balanced. We should be able to see this feature out soon.

Previously, controller support was offered in the testing phase of the game but it did not make the final cut. It is unknown how they will find the perfect balance between players using controllers and those on touchscreen but I guess we will have to wait and see. Are you excited for controller support to come to the game? Keep up with the latest mobile gaming news on TechNave.com!


Cool Apple iWatch smartband concept render goes a step further

A couple of months back we saw a Nike Fuelband inspired Apple iWatch concept from Thomas Bogner and in the recent CES 2014, the trend for smartwatches is leaning more towards the smart band or bracelet look than your traditional watch. This time around we get another, very polished and very beautiful Apple iWatch concept render, this time courtesy of designer Todd Hamilton, who not only did a similar band design but also added in iOS 7 functionality. Overall, the design here is a lot more realistic, as the icons look more readable (as it is oriented differently) than the previous one. However, there are major hurdles for this design, one of which would be flexible enough batteries for such a slim bangle but with LG's recent string batteries, we don't see why it can't be fit into a band form as well. Check out the concept render for yourself below:


Coolpad has entered Malaysia – releasing two new smartphone products soon

If you’re one of the avid tech-gadget readers in Malaysia, chances are you probably have seen “Coolpad Is Coming” around the social media. If not, let us introduce you a Coolpad, new smartphone player that has entered the Malaysia market just recently.

Based in Shenzhen, China and listed at the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Coolpad is a Chinese smartphone brand that has been around for more than 20 years (whaattt?!) in the industry and was among the tier one smartphone brands in China. With more than 10,000 patents, Coolpad credited itself as an innovative technology company in the world. In fact, did you know that the now popular “Dual Sim” technology was first innovated by Coolpad?

With that, this has led Coolpad to receive the highest prize in China’s smartphone industry, the National Technology Progress Award. The rise of 3G and 4G in the early 2000s soared Coolpad to the top charts. In 2013, Coolpad was ranked Top 3 in China and the world’s Top 7 for their 3G devices market share. By 2014, Coolpad took advantage of the early 4G launch and rose to first in term of the 4G devices market share.

Coolpad is listed in the “Global TOP Brand” on CES 2016-2017

Coolpad won global prizes at the CES 2017 and EISA 2016

Coolpad also has a presence in the global market and, so far has established its business in 32 countries including Europe, North Americas, South and Southeast Asia. Over the years, the global performance of Coolpad soon got recognized and got listed in the Global TOP Brand by The International Consumer Electronics Show, with various global prizes won at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Mobile World Congress (MWC) and Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin (IFA).

Coolpad announcing its collaboration with Harman/Kardon at the 2017 Mobile World Congress

Moreover, Coolpad’s flagship Changer S1 made a debut at the MWC 2017 at Barcelona, Spain. We expect this device to arrive in Malaysia soon, featuring Snapdragon 821 processor, Harman/Kardon speakers, and 4070mAh battery, which should be a favourite among the gamers. Coolpad will be announcing two cost-effective products that are also going to be released, so stay tuned for more Coolpad news at TechNave.com.

For more information, check out their official Facebook site.


Coolpad to release entry level smartphone overseas on 16 June 2017

Although Coolpad has yet to make their first public appearance in Malaysia, we just got news that they have dropped one of their first devices in the USA. Called the Coolpad Defiant, it’s marketed as an entry level phone and this is what we know about the tech-specs.

Sporting just a 5-inch display, the phone is just running on 1.4GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 processor, the selfie camera is just a mere 2MP, while the main camera is 5MP. As for the memory capacity, it’s also quite small as it comes in 1GB RAM and 8GB of internal storage. Despite all these small numbers, it has Android 7.0 Nougat out of the box, 2450 mAh battery and supports LTE connectivity.

With this kind of tech-specs, it could easily cost around RM700 more or less. And with the reelase date on 16 June 2017, maybe it's hinting a commercial public appearance in Malaysia soon? We are just speculating that, of course. Until then, stay tuned for more Coolpad news at TechNave.com.


Coral Blue Samsung Galaxy S8 now available in Malaysia from RM3299

Still sitting on the fence? Sick and tired of the Midnight Black, Orchid Grey and Maple Gold options? Look no further because the Samsung Galaxy S8 and S8 Plus is now available in cool Coral Blue, right here in Sunny Malaysia.

Samsung has appeared to pull a sneaky one on us and managed to slip this sleek looking blue model into our Malaysian market right under our noses. The Snapdragon 835 Samsung flagship is looking mighty fine with this fresh new coat, especially when it’s coupled with the infinity display.

As of now, the blue versions of the Galaxy S8 and big brother S8 Plus can be seen listed in online retail store, Lazada, starting from retail prices of RM3299. Check it out here.

Unfortunately though, we have no received any news on the Arctic Silver model yet but make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com to be updated!


Corning Gorilla Glass 4 officially announced, 2x more drop resistant

Corning has just announced their new Corning Gorilla Glass 4 for smartphones and mobile devices. This time around they've made it in such a way that it can withstand drops on stone up to 80% of the time. Scratch resistance has also been improved and according to Corning East Asia, the new Gorilla Glass 4 is more durable than sapphire crystal glass. They've already started shipping out Gorilla Glass 4 to smartphone makers worldwide, so we could see devices with Corning Gorilla Glass 4  within this year alone. No news on whether it is more expensive or Malaysia release dates but we expect it to feature on the next generation of smartphones coming soon.


Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 arrives with better drop resistance

Corning has launched the second generation of the Gorilla Glass Victus. The successor of the one that arrived in 2020 brings improvements that mainly focus on drop resistance. Now, let's look at what it does to help future smartphones become stronger!

According to the company, the Victus 2's drop performance improves up to 1m on 80-grit and up to 2m on 180-grit. During lab tests, the latest-generation glass withstood one-meter (hip height) drops on concrete, while it also survived two meters (head height) drops on an asphalt surface. Besides that, Victus 2 ensures 2x scratch resistance than previous versions and 4x better scratch performance than its competitors.

It's said that smartphones nowadays are more prone to potential damage as the glass is quite fragile due to a thinner and lighter design. Not only that but a larger screen diagonal also allows more stress to be put on the glass when dropped. Therefore, it leads the company to adopt a new glass composition which will more likely save the devices from accidental drops on rough surfaces. The Gorilla Glass Victus 2 should appear in upcoming smartphones, and one of the first could be the Samsung Galaxy S23 series.

Let us know your thoughts on the new Victus glass by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


Corning's Project Phire to offer sapphire crystal durability

Despite just coming out with their Corning Gorilla Glass 4, Corning have announced that they are developing a new protective glass layer with the capabilities of sapphire crystal. The new glass is called Project Phire and combines the shock and drop resistance of Gorilla Glass 4 with the scratch resistance of sapphire crystal. Personally, we've had no problems with scratches for our current Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protected devices but there are those who need a tougher alternative. Hopefully, Project Phire will result in some more affordable sapphire crystal quality glass and not just make another alternative material, but so far, Corning's track record has been quite good. No news when we might see it just yet but we expect it later this year after manufacturers start rolling out Gorilla Glass 4 devices.

"We told you last year that sapphire was great for scratch performance but didn't fare well when dropped. So, we created a product that offers the same superior damage resistance and drop performance of Gorilla Glass 4 with scratch resistance that approaches sapphire."-James Clappin, Corning


Corning's new Gorilla Glass DX & DX+ are designed for mobile camera lenses

Many people who have a smartphone has heard of Corning. The company manufacturers the Gorilla Glass series that's used to protect the displays on our phones. But brands are now using glass to protect other components like the camera lenses.

In fact, Corning has just announced Gorilla Glass DX and DX+, which are designed for mobile camera lenses. They're not only meant to provide smartphone camera lenses with durable glass that's scratch resistance but will also improve optical performance. This is achieved with an anti-reflection coating that will boost light capture.

The company claims that its Gorilla Glass DX and DX+ will allow camera lenses to capture 98% of light, despite having the anti-reflection coating. In comparison, normal glass only allows 95% of light to pass through. Samsung is the first company that will adopt the new glass, so we can probably expect one of its upcoming devices to be equipped with it.

We don't have any clue as to which device it would be yet. But Samsung is launching the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3 next month, so it could be one of them. What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about this.


CoronaTracker portal by Malaysia research team acknowledged by World Health Organisation

False information can easily spread through the internet and this is something that's particularly bad during the Covid-19 pandemic. Many tech companies such as Facebook have launched information centres, but a local research team has also been hard at work and has been recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) for its efforts.

According to Bernama, the research team has been working on a tracking website known as CoronaTracker. It has over 1800 volunteers from across the globe, including data scientists, medical professionals, UI/UX designers, full-stack developers, and general public helpers. Its purpose is to allow people to know the latest news on the virus and to collect data for analysis.

Led by Fairoza Amira Hamzah, the team accomplishes everything without having to meet face-to-face. Tools like Trello, Slack, GitHub, Google Drive, and more are used instead. The research team's hard work was rewarded on 19 March 2020 when the related research paper of "CoronaTracker: World-wide COVID-19 Outbreak Data Analysis and Prediction" was published on the WHO online bulletin.

The CoronaTracker is handy if you want to check the numbers and news related to the pandemic, so do make use of it to stay updated. With that said, what are your thoughts on the project and the research team's accomplishments? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


A Sony Xperia XZ3 render video shows up online, hinting dual curved screen panels look

So, Sony Xperia XZ3 and Xperia XZ3 Premium - These are the two of the latest flagship phones speculated to appear at the IFA 2018 event in Germany. Most of the details online are not very clear, but we have some ideas of what it can offer, such as the Snapdragon 845 chipset and maybe this piece of render image video provided by @OnLeaks from Twitter, giving us the unofficial look of the Xperia XZ3.

Although it's not official, @OnLeaks' reputation for leaking out renders like this are usually quite on point (but not always). Still, we are going to make some comments on the video so here it goes. The Xperia XZ3 doesn't differ much from the current Xperia XZ2, the volume rockers, power button and shutter button are still at the same spot, same goes to the dual SIM card trap on the top as well as the dual front stereo speakers and USB Type-C.

According to the source, the Xperia XZ3 is once again using the same 5.7-inch display but however, the side panel looks curvy than usual which reminds us of the current Samsung flagships. That being said, the back also looks exactly the same as the Xperia XZ2. The fingerprint sensor is placed in the middle again and there's only one camera (who needs two anyway lol). We think the Ambient Flow design should also make a come back but it's hard to tell in this video, due to the rendering.

Moving on to the specs rumour mill, the Xperia XZ3 might be using more memory capacity this time. There could be 6GB of RAM and 128GB storage which is much needed, knowing Sony's habit of throwing in a bunch of features. The battery, on the other hand, is just 3240mAh but we wouldn't worry about that because the current model has a great battery life so we expect the same. Besides that, the front camera sensor has been improved to 13MP and will run on Android P, but do take it with a grain of salt.

So what do you think of the Xperia XZ3 look? Stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


Cortana now available for Android phones, but only in the US

In Microsoft's latest update for Microsoft Health, the new update now comes with Cortana integration for Android users now with Microsoft Band 2. Before this, Cortana was only available for users who has a Windows Phone device.

After the update. You can do voice commands on Cortana with the wearable's mic without relying on your phone. You can get instant notifications from Cortana, such as important events, communications, and many others, all these are hands-free.

Despite that, it's too bad that this is only available in the US due to the app's limited availability. One would wonder if Cortana would ever make a debut on Malaysia soil, I guess only time will tell and we hope Microsoft Malaysia can do something about this.

Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Cortana to be in Harman Kardon speakers soon

We may be seeing Harman Kardon speakers being fitted into Samsung smartphones pretty soon – buw how about something different? Harman Kardon and Microsoft is set to collaborate in creating a new device to go against Amazon Alexa and Google Home. This new device will come built in with Cortana, Microsoft’s digital assistant as well.

A teaser was posted by Harman themselves, telling the world that “The new voice activate speaker by Harman Kardon, with Cortana – your personal digital assistant. Coming in 2017”. If that is not a confirmation we do not know what is. This is definitely designed to go against the other big personal digital assistant that is currently in the market – Google’s Asistant with Google Home, and Amazon’s Alexa with the Echo and Dot. What will this new personal speaker setup be? We know it will be premium, as Harman Kardon is a premium brand – so the entry price may not be as approchable as the others. However we may also be seeing a more global release as the brand is more well known around the world. CES 2017 is just around the corner, so we should wait and see what the brand will release then. Stay tuned to TechNave for more news.[Source]


Cotton Candy Coloured Samsung Galaxy Note II Has Arrived in Malaysia

For those of you who like a little bit more pink in your life, Samsung's Galaxy Note II pink limited edition version has arrived. In terms of Tech specs, this pink Samsung Galaxy Note II doesn't seem to have any other new features. Same 5.5" Super Amoled display, same S pen capability. At least the S pen that comes with this new pink version is also cotton candy coloured as well. This new pink Samsung Galaxy Note II is available in Malaysia at most standard retail stores. However, just in case, give it a few more days for stock to arrive, but if you're determined to get your pink powered Samsung Galaxy Note II now, do head out for the larger Samsung stores and distributors for a better chance at snagging one.

[Sourced from Samsung Malaysia Facebook page]


Could AMD's Radeon Boost help the Radeon RX5500 become the new budget GPU king?

The GPU budget scene is about to get interesting. A major GPU drive update for AMD slated for release soon and it's expected deliver not just ray-tracing support, but also a new frame rate boosting feature, allowing AMD to compete with Nvidia in the budget GPU segment.

According to TechRadar, the new feature should be more useful for AMD's entry-level or budget GPUs, such as the upcoming Radeon RX5500. This Radeon Boost technology is a form of adaptive resolution tech, which is supposed to be able to adjust a game's resolution on the fly. It does this by decreasing resolution during frames with lots of changes or movement, then restore it to normal for static frames.

As you can surmise, this isn't a big deal for high-end GPUs that have the power to deliver constantly high and stable frame rates. However, weaker GPUs can take advantage it to provide greater responsiveness and smoothness in games. Of course, we'll have to wait for the Radeon RX 5500 and the new driver update to see how effective such a combination could be for budget AMD GPUs.

What are your thoughts on this technology? Share your thoughts with us on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Could Alibaba be manufacturing their own foldable display smartphone?

Surprisingly, popular eCommerce company Alibaba recently unveiled their designs for a foldable smartphone which can be folded over twice. This design is quite unique due to the fact that foldable smartphones from Huawei, Samsung and Motorola can only be folded once.

Furthermore, it seems that the Alibaba Foldable Smartphone will feature another secondary screen which can be used while the device is folded over. With all that said, Alibaba has yet to provide any information on whether they will be using utilizing the patent or selling it off to other smartphone manufacturers, so do take every bit of information with a grain of salt.

Would you be interested in purchasing a foldable smartphone from Alibaba? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Apple Silicon be manufactured by Samsung in the future?

Based on a statement by BusinessKorea, it seems that future Apple Silicon chips might be manufactured by Samsung instead of TSMC. While not much is known in regards to whether this has been confirmed or not, we can expect the chips to power future Mac computers.

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

What are your thoughts on Samsung potentially becoming the manufacturer for Apple Silicon? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Apple launch the iPhone 12 Pro variants first this month?

Over the past few weeks, rumours have it that Apple could release four iPhone 12 models instead of two. Moreover, they could also separate two events and the new iPhones might be revealed in October.

These rumours have been quite consistent so far, but now there are new sources that are claiming that two 6.1-inch iPhone 12 models (one vanilla, one pro) could be released first. After that, the following launch could reveal the 5.4 and 6.7-inch models as the final one and these claims are based on the shipments schedule. Despite that, Bloomberg is now saying that Apple could reveal the more affordable 5.4 and 6.1-inch iPhone models first, then the 6.1 and 6.7-inch as the last.

On top of that, there are other leaks by Jon Prosser that the iPhone 12 series is appearing on 12 October 2020 and the pro variants could be available in November 2020. He also tweeted that Apple could announce their official event date quite soon (today, in fact) which the new iPad and Apple Watch 6 series could make an appearance first. Regardless, we have yet to see anything from Apple so it's best to take a pinch of salt.

Apple would traditionally unveil their latest products in the month of September but due to the current pandemic, it has forced the company to change up a little bit. We think the company would announce the official date soon enough so until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Could Apple's iMac Pro be discontinued in the near future?

There could be a possibility that Apple might be keen on discontinuing the iMac Pro based on a statement by macrumors, which was posted not too long ago. If you look closely at the image posted on our source’s website, you can see that you could still get the iMac Pro, but it is limited in quantity and there are no customization options for you to pick.

With all that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on whether the iMac Pro units sold in Malaysia are affected or not.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on Apple potentially phasing out the iMac Pro? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could BTS and Khalid perform on the Samsung Unpacked 2020 event?

Just a friendly reminder, tomorrow will be the official launching day of Samsung Unpacked. But before that, the company released another video teaser of what we can expect from the event.

In the sneak peek, Fortnite gamer Myth was spotted in the video and this could potentially showcase the Note 20 series featuring the XBOX pass (or something else). Besides that, BTS and Khalid might be performing on the launching day, so fans please standby in front of your monitor for the possible performance. Lastly, Samsung Electronics CEO and president Tae-Moon Roh appeared in the video teasing the audience to stay tuned for the launch.

Expect to witness the new Galaxy Note 20 series, Galaxy Z Fold 2, Galaxy Tab S7, Galaxy Live Bud, and Galaxy Watch 3 tomorrow. To watch the Unpacked 2020 live stream, you may pay a visit to Samsung’s official website to check out on 3 August at 10 PM (GMT +8). You will need to pre-register to get the latest update.

Tomorrow we will know about the details and tech specs of the products, we can’t wait to check them out! So just sit back, relax, and wait for the launch. Are you excited about it? Would you get all of these gadgets? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Could Google be working on a foldable Pixel smartphone?

Based on a statement by 9to5google.com, it seems that an internal Google document may have been spotted hinting that Google could be working on a foldable Pixel smartphone. While not much is known in regards to the aforementioned device, we do know that it will most likely make its debut alongside the Google Pixel 6 series which is due to be unveiled in Q4 2021.

Other than that, there’s not much known in regards to the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the foldable Pixel smartphone if it were to be unveiled. Do take some of the information with a grain of salt due to the fact that Google has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Would you be interested in getting a foldable Pixel smartphone if it were to be available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


A Sony factory is shutting down in Penang next year, 3400 employees to be retrenched

After 36 years, Sony Malaysia will be shutting down one of their factories in Penang. Scheduled to close in September next year, around 3400 workers will be retrenched but not all hope is lost, as the state government will assist them to find similar jobs.

According to Halim Hussain, the Chairman of State International and Domestic Trade Committee, he said half of the workforce are locals (1800 of them) and the rest are foreigners. With the state government's assistance, some of the employees will be transferred to another Sony factory in Bangi, Selangor. Hussain also mentioned that “This is part of Sony’s plan to restructure its operations globally."

Moreover, Penang has been drawing RM10 billion in foreign direct investments this year so this would generate more than 9000 jobs in the future. Hussain is confident that there is still hope for the retrenched employees, as there is always a demand for these in Malaysia. By the way, the Sony factory in Penang has been responsible for producing many audio products for the local and foreign markets.

Sony Malaysia has not given any comment on the matter, but we doubt they would do so as it's part of their plan restructure due to fierce competition in the multinational manufacturing industry. We hope that the employees will find a good job opportunity in the near future too. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Could HONOR be entering the gaming monitor market? HONOR 23.8-inch 144Hz monitor spotted

A statement by a user on weibo has revealed that HONOR could be unveiling a 23.8-inch 144Hz gaming monitor, which is expected to complement the HONOR Hunter gaming laptop that was unveiled not too long ago. While there is no news on the release date on the aforementioned monitor, our source did mention that it will sport a similar design as Huawei’s upcoming gaming monitor as well.

In terms of the tech specs, there’s not much to go by in terms of information other than it will sport an HDMI port, display port, as well as a power socket at the rear. Do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that HONOR has yet to provide an official statement on the leaked info.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now. With all that said, would you be interested in getting the HONOR gaming monitor as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could HP be working on a foldable smartphone to rival Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip

Based on a statement by Androidheadlines.com, a leaked patent seems that hint that HP could be working on a foldable smartphone which comes with a similar folding mechanism to the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip. While not much is known in regards to whether this smartphone will actually be available in the future, our source did mentioned that the patent was approved on 13 August 2020.

With that said, we could most likely see this kind of product released somewhere in 2021 or beyond. However, there were some speculations saying that the device that will utilize this patent might not be a smartphone due to the fact that HP is a large company that manufactures different products.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on HP potentially taking on Samsung in the foldable smartphone segment? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Huawei Mate 40 come equipped with an octagonal camera module at the rear?

Based on a statement by a user on weibo, it seems that the Huawei Mate 40 series could come equipped with an octagonal camera module at the rear. It is best to note that this is the first time we’ve seen this kind of camera module shape because all these while, smartphone manufacturers used either a circular, square, or a diamond-shaped camera module instead.

Based on the promo image, the Huawei Mate 40 could feature a physical volume rocker instead of virtual buttons which was found on the Mate 30 series. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the Mate 40 series for now. Would you be interested in getting the smartphone as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Huawei be working on a clamshell foldable display smartphone called the Mate V?

Based on a statement by notebookcheck.net, it seems that Huawei could be working on a foldable smartphone similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, based on a patent filed to the World Intellectual property Office. While not much is known in regards to the aforementioned device, another source mentioned that it will most likely be called the Huawei Mate V.

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

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


Could Huawei exit the smartphone business in the future?

Based on a statement by Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, it seems that there could be a possibility that Huawei will exit the smartphone market if the conditions between Huawei and the US does not improve. This is due to the fact that the US placed Huawei under a blacklist, which stops them from doing business with US-based companies such as Google, Qualcomm, and potentially more.

But more importantly, Huawei would not be able to manufacture their own Kirin chipsets, due to the fact that it uses some form of American technology. With that said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to provide an official statement in regards to whether they will be exiting the smartphone market or not.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the current situation Huawei is facing? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Malaysia be getting the ASUS ZenFone 5Z with Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, 6GB RAM and 64GB for below RM2K?

The ASUS ZenFone 5Z has officially gone on sale in Europe for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845, 6GB RAM and 64GB storage version at a limited time discounted price of 449.99 euros (~RM2114. 63). Considering that at the time of launch the 4GB RAM version was going for 479 euros, this is an awesome deal both in terms of price as well as value.

However, Malaysia prices are generally lower than European prices, usually about RM200 or so off. This means that when the ZenFone 5Z does come to Malaysia (rumoured to be in July or August) it could go for RM1899 to RM1999. While the price of RM2114 already makes it the most affordable Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 equipped device in the market, having the ZenFone 5Z below RM2K certainly makes it more attractive.

If 6GB RAM and 64GB storage isn't enough for you, an 8GB RAM with 256GB storage is expected for 599.99 euros which with the discount makes it 549.99 euros (~RM2584), which if it does come to Malaysia could go for as little as RM2299 to RM 2399. Other tech specs are expected to stay the same with the 6.2-inch FHD+ display and 12MP dual pixel + 8MP wide angle dual rear cameras, which isn't a bad thing at all, but AI features should be a lot faster and smoother than the ASUS ZenFone 5 ZE620KL.

No exact Malaysia release dates or specific pricing details yet but stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated. How much would you pay for the ASUS ZenFone 5Z? RM1999? Discuss in our Facebook page and maybe ASUS Malaysia might listen in.


Could OnePlus be working on the OnePlus Nord Lite?

Based on a statement by TechRadar, it seems that OnePlus could be working on a Lite variant of the OnePlus Nord, due to the fact that an 18W charger has recently been spotted. To those who are unaware, the OnePlus Nord uses the 30W Warp charge technology as well as a 65W fast charger which is supported by the OnePlus 8T.

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

What are your thoughts on OnePlus potentially releasing a OnePlus Nord Lite in the near future? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Redmi Note 10 be the first Redmi smartphone to have a 108MP camera sensor

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 could be the first smartphone from the Redmi series to come equipped with a 108MP camera sensor in the rear. While not much is known in regards to when the smartphone will be officially launched in Malaysia, a user from weibo did mention that the aforementioned image sensor will be accompanied by a telephoto macro camera as well.

As for the tech specs, the Redmi Note 10 will allegedly come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset, 120Hz display, and a 4800mAh internal battery which supports up to 33W fast charging. However, do take some information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the exact tech specs, and local pricing for now. With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could SMS be replaced by 5G Messages in the future?

It seems that a recent statement by ithome.com hinted that 5G messages could potentially replace SMSes in the future which could benefit everyone, due to the fact that 5G messages allow users to send more complex messages to one another. While not much is known in regards to when this feature will be available to everyone, we do know that certain Xiaomi smartphones have already received an update to use the aforementioned feature.

To go into more detail, 5G messages allow users to send long texts without the message breaking up into smaller messages. Not only that, but it also lets users send large files ranging from video clips all the way to audio recordings and potentially more. Unfortunately, there's no information on the file size limit when it comes to sending attachments via the aforementioned feature.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on 5G messages potentially replacing SMS? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Samsung Galaxy Note 20 come with under-display camera and 100x zoom?

An image of what seems like the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has been spotted on cnbeta.com, and it looks like the device will come with an under-display selfie camera. Not only that, but towards to back of the smartphone, it looks like the aforementioned device will support 100x zoom as well which initially made its debut on the Samsung Galaxy S20 series.

However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide any official statement in regards to the leaked renders. Furthermore, there is no official information in regards to the official tech specs, local pricing and Malaysia release date of the aforementioned smartphone for now.

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


A South Korean hospital came up with a faster way to check for COVID-19 symptoms by using a 'phone booth'

While scientists are working and looking for ways to stop COVID-19, we came across an interesting video by South China Morning Post (SCMP) news on their YouTube channel. In that 2-minute video clip, a South Korean hospital came up with a 'phone booth' that performs COVID-19 tests. So how does that work?

From the video, the patient will have to enter a tent then into the phone booth first to consult a medical professional. With a visible panel separating them, both of them will then talk through a telephone with a series of questions. The visible panel also has a pair of rubber gloves for the medical staff to take samples from the patient's nose and throat to determine if he or she is required to be admitted into the hospital. After that, the samples will be taken for analysis in the same tent.

And do you know how long does this examination take? Just a mere 7 minutes! According to the President of H Plus Yangji Hospital, Kim Sang-il, he said they used to take 8-9 samples a day because they used to take a long time to disinfect the room after testing. But thanks to this new phone booth, they can now take 70-80 samples a day and cleaning is much faster now. To date, the hospital managed to test more 290,000 people.

This is seriously a cool facility that every country should have. As we know all, waiting in the hospital takes a lengthy time and in this period, hospitals around the world should do something like this to save time and it benefits the people. Also, everyone should play their role - stay at home as much as you can, look after your hygiene - you should be fine.

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


Could Samsung Galaxy S21 be using the Exynos 1000 chipset exclusively?

Based on a statement by androidheadlines.com, there could be a possibility that Samsung might consider ditching Qualcomm’s Snapdragon chipsets in favour of their own Exynos 1000 chipset (in the US market too). Not only that, but another reason why Samsung might be keen on switching to Exynos is that next year’s Snapdragon 875 chipset might be considered overkill for the Galaxy S21 series devices.

However, it is best to note that as soon as the Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 chipset is unveiled, the Snapdragon 865 might see its price reduced by quite a significant margin. With all that said, do take some of the information mentioned with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

I can confirm that Samsung won't use Snapdragon 865 again for their S21, instead I heard that Samsung could use Exynos 1000 for all S21 varrient (US, China included) https://t.co/XN99kJMRVe

Furthermore, there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and complete tech specs of the Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphones. What are your thoughts on Samsung potentially ditching Snapdragon chipsets in favour of their own Exynos chipset? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Samsung be working on a Z-shaped trifold smartphone in the future?

Based on an image spotted on androidheadlines, it seems that Samsung could be working on a Z-shaped trifold Samsung Galaxy smartphone based on what was seen in the patent. While not much is known in regards to the aforementioned foldable smartphone, this does give us a better idea on what to expect when the smartphone is officially available in the global market.

To go into more detail, it seems that the device in question will most likely have a much wider aspect ratio, which could make watching videos much more enjoyable. Other than that, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for the smartphone in question for now. Would you be interested in getting the Z-shaped trifold smartphone from Samsung as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Samsung discontinue the Samsung Galaxy Note series next year?

It seems that a report by bgr.com seems to hint that there could be a possibility Samsung might discontinue the Samsung Galaxy Note series, due to the fact that the upcoming S21 Ultra will come with S-Pen support. While there is no information on whether the S21 Ultra will come with a built-in stylus, our source did mention that the device will definitely support it.

With that being said, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leak. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra for now.

What are your thoughts on Samsung potentially discontinuing the Samsung Galaxy Note series? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Samsung use OLED from China for their upcoming Samsung Galaxy S series

Based on a statement by sammobile, there is a possibility that Samsung could use BOE’s OLED display for their upcoming Samsung Galaxy S30 series which is due to be released somewhere around Q1 2021. Not only that, but they’ve also mentioned that the upcoming Galaxy S series and A series smartphone might come with a 6.67-inch display.

As for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Fold devices, Samsung will still be supplying foldable glass displays for those devices until further notice. With all that said, what are your thoughts on Samsung sourcing their displays from BOE? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Xiaomi be working on another all-display smartphone?

Based on a Xiaomi patent spotted on Techiesblog.com, it seems that Xiaomi could be working on another all-display smartphone with a single large image sensor at the rear. Unfortunately, there’s not much information in regards to the device seen in the patent for now.

If you look closely at the images, you can see that the design is quite different compared to the Mi MIX Alpha 2 due to the fact that the display only covers two-thirds of the back. Do take some of the information mentioned with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

But that’s not all, there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for the device seen in the patent as well. Would you be interested in getting an all-display Xiaomi smartphone as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Xiaomi's new smartphone come with periscope camera setup?

Xiaomi Mi 9. For illustration purposes only.

On 20 December 2018, Xiaomi submitted a patent scheme of a camera system consisting of a primary camera, as well as a periscope camera lens setup. The benefit of the periscope camera lens is that it provides the phone with enhanced zoom capabilities for the camera. It is best to note that this technology isn’t new, as smartphone manufacturers such as OPPO and Huawei had already equipped with their latest smartphones with it.

Unfortunately, the patent did not specify how far the periscope lens is able to zoom in. Not only that, there was also no information in regards to the camera specs in the patent. As of now, Xiaomi has yet to give us any information on which upcoming Xiaomi smartphones will come equipped with this technology. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as there was no official statement by Xiaomi on the subject.

Would you be interested in purchasing a Xiaomi smartphone that is equipped with a periscope camera lens? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could Xiaomi unveil a smartphone equipped with a detachable camera module?

Based on a report by 91mobiles it seems that Xiaomi could be working on a smartphone that’s equipped with a detachable rear camera module. With that being said, Xiaomi could be the first smartphone manufacturer of the year 2021 to bring back the modular smartphone trend if they were to release the aforementioned device.

While not much is known in regards to how it exactly functions, the patents spotted on our sources website seems to hint that the smartphone could support cameras of different shapes and sizes. But that’s not all, it seems that Xiaomi might be working on a foldable Xiaomi smartphone equipped with a foldable display that’s similar to that of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series.

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

Would you be interested in getting the Xiaomi smartphone that’s equipped with a modular camera as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could corner-selfie camera be a thing for Xiaomi devices in the future?

Based on a statement by TigerMobiles.com, Xiaomi has recently filed a patent with details that their upcoming smartphone could come with a front-facing selfie camera which is embedded in the corner. Based on the image shown, the design looks almost similar to that of the Xiaomi Mi MIX 2S except for the camera placement which is flipped around.

However, unlike the aforementioned Mi MIX 2S, the bezels of the smartphone in the patent image seem to be thinner which makes for a higher screen-to-body ratio. With all that said, there is no official information on when and which Xiaomi smartphone will come with this patent as well as the Malaysia release date and local pricing.

What do you think of the patent? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could drones be the future of food delivery in Malaysia?

A local company in Malaysia by the name of Average Drone aims to revolutionize the delivery process, by utilizing drones to deliver food across Cyberjaya from the end of June 2019 onwards. As it is still just a trial, the results of this test run will further dictate whether this system will be deployed in other regions of Malaysia.

We expect high population areas such as the Klang Valley, to benefit from such a service because of the hectic traffic around town which is the leading cause of delays during food delivery.

That being said, the drones do come with several limitations such as the inability to deliver under heavy rain, maximum cargo of up to 800g, not to mention the drone has a limited range of up to 2km. Do you think food delivery services such as FoodPanda and GrabFood could benefit from these drones? Drop us a comment on our Facebook page, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Could founder of AirAsia develop an app to take on Grab, Gojek, and more?

Based on a statement by bbc.com, it seems that AirAsia Founder Tony Fernandes wants to develop an all-in-one app to take on Grab, Gojek, and more. With that said, the aforementioned app that Tony wants to work on will come equipped with various services ranging from transportation, delivery, e-wallet, and potentially more.

With that said, he plans on utilizing AirAsia’s database, which already contains 60 million users as a starting point to push the upcoming app. It is best to note that there is currently no estimation on when AirAsia will be unveiling a new service to take on all the rivals mentioned above.

What are your thoughts on AirAsia potentially developing a new “super app”? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


A Sugar baby donated her entire monthly allowance to COVID-19 frontliners

Based on an article by malaymail.com, it seems that a local sugar baby by the name of Natalie has donated her entire monthly allowance to the Sungai Buloh Hospital. In terms of items, she donated various essentials including food supplies, toiletries, portable air-conditioners and more which the hospital was lacking at that time.

Natalie said that the allowance she got was from her sugar daddy, who she met on Sugarbook back in 2017. To those who are not familiar with Sugarbook, it is a dating app centered around helping sugar daddies find sugar babies or even the other way around.

With all that said, what are your thought on the sugar baby donating her allowance in order to help COVID-19 frontliners? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could iPhones releasing in 2020 to come with 5G support?

Based on a statement by Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the three iPhones that are due to be released in the year 2020 is expected to come with 5G support. While Apple is still keen on utilizing Qualcomm’s 5G modems for its upcoming smartphones, there is a high possibility that Apple will end up developing its own 5G modems by 2021.

This is made possible due to the fact that Apple has recently acquired Intel’s smartphone modem chip division, which will be utilized to developed 5G modems in its upcoming smartphone. As far as rumours go, Apple is expected to release a 5.4-inch, 6.1-inch as well as 6.7-inch display next year while tech specs remains largely unknown.

Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as there was no official information from Apple regarding the subject. Not only that, but there is also no news on the Malaysia release date and pricing of the smartphones mentioned.

What do you think of Apple’s decision to have their smartphones come equipped with 5G capabilities? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Galaxy R series be Samsung's first mid-range 5G smartphone?

OnLeaks recently tweeted on his Twitter account, hinting at the possibility of Samsung’s Galaxy A90 being renamed to the Galaxy R series. In addition to that, one of the smartphones in the series will be Samsung’s very first mid-range device to feature 5G-connectivity.

Based on an article by tech.sina.com, the Samsung Galaxy A90 will not come with a dedicated selfie camera. In fact, the device flips the rear camera towards the front in order to take a selfie similar to how the ASUS ZenFone 6 utilizes its flip-up camera mechanism. In terms of the camera sensors, we can expect a 32MP main sensor + 8MP super wide-angle sensor + depth sensor which are mounted on the flip mechanism.

As for the rest of the tech specs, the smartphone is expected to come with a 6.73-inch display along with 3610mAh non-removable battery with 25W fast charging. That being said, do take every bit of information with a grain salt, as there was no official statement from Samsung regarding the subject. In addition to that, there was also no news about the pricing as well as Malaysia release dates.

How much do you think the Samsung Galaxy R series would cost in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Huawei Enjoy 20 and Enjoy 20 Plus 5G soon be the world’s most affordable 5G smartphones from ~RM608?

Huawei recently revealed images of its Enjoy 20 and Enjoy 20 Plus 5G devices coming to China on 3 September 2020. The device the circular camera bump is expected to be the Enjoy 20 Plus 5G while the other device is the Enjoy 20, but what is more interesting is that they could be priced from 1000 CNY (~RM608), making it the world’s most affordable 5G smartphone yet. The Enjoy 20 Plus 5G is expected to be 1899 CNY (~RM1154).

Other tech specs seem to be above and beyond what we’d normally expect for an around RM600 smartphone (you can see the norm here) with a 6.63-inch FHD+ display, 6GB / 8GB RAM, 64GB / 128GB storage, a pop-up 16MP front camera, 48MP + 8MP + 2MP triple rear cameras and a 4200 mAh battery. Surprisingly enough, the Plus version could be coming with Android 10 and EMUI 10.1 along with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor power button according to the report.

We expect them to be powered by MediaTek Dimensity chipsets but no models were revealed as yet. As usual, no Malaysia release dates or pricing details either and do take these rumours with a good pinch of salt. Regardless, would you be interested in the Enjoy 20 or Enjoy 20 Plus (or Nova 20 and Nova 20 Plus)? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Could the Huawei Vision Smart TV X65 with 24MP front camera be unveiled in Malaysia?

Other than the Huawei P40 series that will be unveiled in China on 8 April 2020, it seems that Huawei plans on unveiling the Huawei Smart TV X65 as well. Not only that, but the aforementioned smart TV will most likely come equipped with a 24MP front-facing ultra-wide-angle AI smart camera, 14 speakers as well as an OLED display.

While not much is confirmed in regards to the exact pricing of the Smart TV, we do know that it will come with Huawei’s HongMeng OS. With all that said, there’s no official information on whether the Huawei Vision Smart TV X65 will be available in Malaysia. Would you be interested in getting the TV in question as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Huawei Y9s be your below RM1K gaming smartphone?

When picking the right gaming smartphone for yourself, there are a plethora of factors to take into consideration such as the chipset, screen size, battery and so on. Furthermore, the device should also come with various features that can help improve your mobile gaming experience.

With all that said, the Huawei Y9s which is going for just the price of RM999, could be your next gaming smartphone, especially if your budget is below RM1K. This is because it comes with various features that are well suited for that use case. Let’s have a closer look at the Huawei Y9s.

Firstly, the device comes equipped with a rather large 4000mAh battery that is more than capable of lasting up to two days depending on the usage. While it does not support any form of fast charging, the battery is able to last quite a while thanks to the HiSilicon Kirin 710F chipset, which is both powerful and energy-efficient.

Onto the screen aspect of the phone, the Y9s has a 6.59-inch FullView FHD+ with a screen resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels, which provides a rather comfortable viewing experience for the user. Not only that, but the screen is also vibrant enough that you could easily tell apart enemies in the foliage on games such as PUBG Mobile and Call of Duty: Mobile.

Pretty nice looking on Call of Duty Mobile

That's a lot of space in your crosshairs for PUBG Mobile

As with all gaming smartphones, performance plays an important role whenever you’re picking your next smartphone. Fortunately for those who plan on getting the Huawei Y9s, the device is more than capable of handling mobile games such as Call Of Duty: Mobile and Playerunknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) Mobile.

Based on our benchmarking tool, Call Of Duty: Mobile managed to run consistently at around 57FPS while PUBG Mobile stayed consistent at around 30FPS. In terms of the temperatures of the smartphone, the Y9s remained cool to the touch and did not heat up to the point it became unbearable to hold. For 3DMark the Y9s managed to score around 873 points on Sling Shot Extreme which is about the same as that of a midrange device.

Last but not least, if you are the kind of gamer who likes recording your own gameplay while playing mobile games, the aforementioned smartphone’s 6GB of RAM and 128GB ROM would definitely come in handy. This is due to the fact that gameplay recording are usually quite large in file size, and the length of these recordings could range between a few minutes, or even up to an hour.

By using a free video editing app, you can easily conjure up an entertaining gameplay montage of your greatest gaming moments and share it with your friends via social media. In addition, most games like PUBG Mobile can easily require more than 1GB, so there's plenty of memory to support such games. Who knows, you might end up becoming the next Malaysian gaming influencer!

If you’re still not convinced, you can head over to Huawei’s official website or any Huawei Experience Stores in Malaysia to experience the device for yourself. Let us know on our Facebook page if you’re getting it for yourself and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Lenovo Legion Gaming Phone come with a side-mounted pop-up camera?

Based on a statement by XDA-Developers, it seems that the upcoming Lenovo Legion Gaming Phone might be one of the first to come with a side-mounted pop-up camera, which can be used for live streaming while playing a mobile game. While not much is known in regards to the aforementioned smartphone, we do know that it is expected to be unveiled very soon due to the fact that there were several promotional materials spotted on the web.

In terms of the tech specs, the Lenovo Legion Gaming Phone will come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, 144Hz FHD+ display with touch sampling rate of 270Hz and a 5000mAh battery which supports up to 90W fast charging. Camera-wise, the device might come with a 64MP + 16MP camera and a 20MP front-facing selfie camera. Unfortunately, there’s no information in regards to the internal storage and RAM capacity as for now.

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

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


Could the Meta Watch be used as input device?

Remember the rumour of Meta Watch that appeared last week? That first piece of news revealed that the device would feature a front-facing camera under a notch. Later, part 2 was leaked and it had some interesting speculation. Specifically, sources claim that it could be used as an input device.

According to @SteveMoser, Meta's upcoming smartwatch could be used as a key input for Electronic Monitoring Devices (EMD) and virtual reality (VR) headsets in the future. One image showed how the device could be used to send messages with the watch, while the other is a concept of using it for a virtual keyboard with a watch on each hand.

ICYMI I shared a photo of Facebook/Meta’s ‘Milan’ smartwatch with a bellybutton camera notch yesterday. And here is a glyph of it found in the same app. It could be used as a key EMD & VR input device in the future. https://t.co/hrOr4RQ9HA pic.twitter.com/BVzjXWPU8Q

Mind you, those are concept features that are probably not possible with current tech. But if it's true, then it shows that Meta is at least working in that direction. Bloomberg (via BGR) claimed that Meta plans to launch the first watch by 2022, and there would be another two generations of Meta smartwatches after that.

It should be noted that the watch could be a prototype, and its design and features could still change. Having said that, would you grab two of these just so you could 'type' on a virtual keyboard? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about the watch.


Could the Nokia 9 PureView with 5 rear camera beat out their competitors on DxOMark?

The Nokia 9 PureView, which is equipped with 5 rear-facing cameras has recently tested by DxOMark not too long ago and it managed to achieve an overall score of 85 points. This is rather surprising if you consider that fact that the device comes with a 12MP wide-angle sensor, two 12MP RGB sensors and three 12MP monochrome image sensor in the rear.

With that said, the main reason why the device scored so low is due to the zooming performance as well as bokeh reproduction. But that’s not all, in the video department the smartphone managed to scored only 35 points which brought down the overall score.

With all that said, the Nokia 9 PureView does have quite a few advantages such as fast autofocus, good details, and it produces a less noisy image. Not only that, but it also has a limited dynamic range when it comes to video recording and the exposure is very inconsistent in outdoor environments.

Would this influence your decision if you were to purchase the Nokia 9 PureView? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 chipset be arriving soon?

Based on a statement by phonearena.com, it seems that the Samsung Galaxy S21 in the US market could come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 875 chipset. While not much is known in regards to the exact tech specs of the smartphone, we do know that it will most likely be the first smartphone to come with the aforementioned chipset.

But that’s not all, our source also stated that the highest-end variant of the Galaxy S21 series will have the Snapdragon 875 chip while the rest will have Snapdragon 865 chipset instead. Do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung, as well as Qualcomm, has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact techs pecs for now. Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy S21 smartphone as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Samsung Bixby be our Perfect Assistant?

Bixby, Samsung most beloved voice assistant that could help us to finish some task when we're out of hands. But could the Bixby stand up to be a great personal assistant? Just how much it can do to help us with our day to day task? Watch the video below and find it out.


A Superday with Joyce Chu tomorrow and a "Fly to Maldives Lucky Draw" contest announced by vivo Malaysia

With the recent release of the vivo V5s last week, vivo fans are getting themselves a treat from the company, as they will be organizing a Vivo V5s Superday event with Joyce Chu! To be held in Berjaya Times Square on 10 May 2017 (10am - 10pm), the event is open to the public for passerby’s to have a first hands-on experience with the V5s. Special guest, Joyce Chu will make her appearance to welcome the fans.

In addition to that, customers can try their luck with the “Fly to Maldives Lucky Draw” starting on 10 May until 31 May 2017. All you have to do is to buy the V5s and get lucky to be chosen! The contest will take place at every vivo collaborative stores and outlets nationwide. Three lucky winners will be chosen, but the grand prize winner will get two flight tickets to Maldives, including a 52-inch LED TV and a V5s smartphone. 100 units of V5s premium gift set will be given away too as consolation prizes.

For more information on the Vivo V5s Superday, head over to their Facebook event page to check it out!


Could the Samsung Galaxy S11 come with 108MP camera and 5x optical zoom?

Based on a statement by mydrivers.com, the Samsung Galaxy S11 series could come with a whopping 108MP quad-camera setup which is capable of up to 5x optical zoom. Not only that, but the smartphone will most likely come equipped with Samsung’s very own 108MP ISOCELL image sensor, which was unveiled on 12 August 2019.

As of now, there is no official news on the official tech specs, Malaysia release date and pricing of the aforementioned device for more. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, as there is no official statement from Samsung regarding the alleged Samsung Galaxy S11 smartphone.

Would you be interested in getting a smartphone equipped with a 108MP camera? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Sony PlayStation 5 be priced from ~RM1924 onwards?

It seems that a listing of the Sony PlayStation 5 has been spotted on Amazon, and it seems that the console will start from the price of 399 Euros (~RM1924) for the Digital Edition which doesn’t have an optical drive. The base variant of the PS5 that comes with the optical drive, on the other hand, is priced at 499 Euros (~RM2406) which is slightly more expensive but it lets you play physical copies of the game.

However, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that the price might be a placeholder and the manufacturers has yet to provide an official statement on the listing. With all that said, would you still be interested in getting the PlayStation 5 for around RM1924 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Sony Xperia XZ1 and Xperia XZ1 Compact cost around RM3000?

After a little sneak peak of what the Xperia XZ1 may look like from just a few days ago, today we could have another peek at what could be the Sony Xperia XZ1 and its smaller counterpart, the Sony Xperia XZ1 Compact’s possible retail price.

Leakster Roland Quandt has reported a rumour on Twitter that the XZ1 smartphones will cost around 599 GBP for the Xperia XZ1 and 499 GBP for the Compact version. This is the Malaysian equivalent of around RM3300 and RM2700 respectively.

Yes, those are pretty steep prices and will cause one to think what will the Premium version is going to cost. However, don’t fret too much; Smartphones in the European region are usually much more expensive than what we get over here in SEA, so don’t cry to mommy just yet.

As of how much cheaper it will be? Only time will tell so do stay tuned to TechNave.com for any more updates and Malaysian news. The Xperia XZ1 series of smartphones are expected to be revealed at Sony’s IFA 2017 press conference coming 31 August 2017.


Could the Xiaomi Mi 11 series be the first to come with up to a 200MP camera?

Based on a statement by Digital Chat Station on weibo, it seems that Xiaomi’s upcoming Xiaomi Mi 11 series smartphone could be the first smartphone to come equipped with a 200MP main sensor in the rear. However, it seems that on paper the smartphone might state that it comes with a 50MP main camera instead due to the fact that it uses some form of Quad Bayer filter.

Other than that, the phone is expected to come equipped with a 2K 120Hz display as well as a hole-punch notch for the front-facing selfie camera. Do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs of the Xiaomi Mi 11 series for now. Would you be interested in getting the smartphone series in question as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Xiaomi Mi CC10 be the first smartphone with 120x zooming capabilities?

Based on reports by Xiaomishka, it seems that the upcoming Xiaomi CC10 smartphone could potentially come equipped with a camera that is capable of achieving up to 120x zoom. With that said, it is able to outperform the Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra in the zooming department due to the fact that the S20 Ultra supports only up to 100x zoom.

Other than that, the Xiaomi CC10 will also come with a 108MP ISOCELL Bright HM2 sensor, 5G support, as well as the Qualcomm Snapdragon 775G chipset which is due to the unveiled in the near future. With all that said, do take some of the information mentioned here with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Xiaomi has yet to provide an official statement about the leaks.

Not only that, but there’s no news on the Malaysia release date, complete tech specs, and local pricing for now. With all that said, would you be interested in getting the device as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Could the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 be coming to Malaysia after next week (Update: 24 April) from ~RM1149?

Initially announced in India back in February 2018 as the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 has appeared being teased by the official Mi store on Lazada to be coming to Malaysia on 24 April 2018 (Update: the invites are out at it has been confirmed as 24 April 2018). Priced at 13999 INR (~RM855) for the 4GB RAM + 64GB storage version and 16999 INR (~RM1038) for the 6GB RAM + 64GB storage version, we considered the previous pricing of the Mi A1 (RM1099) for an expected Malaysia price range of RM1149 to RM1299.

The first in the world to feature the new Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 processor, the Redmi Note 5 for Malaysia could also pack in a 5.99-inch 18:9 aspect ratio display with FHD+ resolution, an infrared blaster (universal remote control), 12MP + 5MP dual rear cameras and a 20MP front camera with LED flash. Other tech specs like a 4000 mAh battery will keep the lights on while a Face Unlock feature will also be included with the rear fingerprint sensor.

Mi Malaysia usually does not bring in both variants of the same model at once, so we expect the 6GB RAM + 64GB storage version to come later, especially if there is a good response for the more affordable 4GB RAM version. Of course we have no confirmed Malaysia pricing details just yet but if the official Lazada store is already teasing it for 24 April 2018, we expect it to be sold or on pre-order starting from that day (India's Redmi Note 5 Pro is going on pre-order on 27 April 2018).

Check out the tech specs for what we expect the Redmi Note 5 to have below:

How much do you think the Redmi Note 5 will be priced? Which version would you want, the 4GB RAM or 6GB RAM version? Discuss on our Facebook page (or below) and stay tuned to TechNave.com

India's Redmi Note 5 Pro could well be Malaysia's Redmi Note 5


Could the iPhone 8 be announced as early as 12 September 2017?

Rumour has it from MacRumors, that the upcoming 2017 version of the iPhone a.k.a the Apple iPhone 8, may be launched as early as 12 September 2017 and go on the shelf as early as 22 September 2017.

The reasoning behind this is that Apple’s financial quarter ends on 30 September 2017 according to Mac4Ever, so it only makes sense for Apple to officially unveil their iPhones at that time.

The iPhone 8 is not the only surprise Apple will have in store for us, rumour has it that we may be looking at a brand new Copper colour for the iPhone, a new 4K Apple TV, the latest Apple Watch Series 3 and of course, the iPhone 7s and iPhone 7s Plus.

Usually it takes a bit longer for us Malaysians to feel the loving embrace of Apple’s products but I might go as bold to say that it’s almost always worth it. Hold your head up high Malaysians!

Make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com because you know we always give you guys the good stuff.


Could the latest iPhone 8 cost around $999 (RM4200)?

The Apple iPhone 8 hype train has no wheels it seems as we’re getting more and more reports about the upcoming 2017 iPhone as we approach closer and closer to its release. This time though, we have reports from The New York Times on the possible price of the iPhone 8.

According to them, Apple is planning to retail the iPhone 8 at around $999, which is the Malaysian equivalent of around RM4200. A pretty steep price, but nothing we haven’t seen so far with a certain other flagship that was just recently released.

It was also rumoured that Apple will also launch two new iPhones other than the iPhone 8 next month. Two of them will be updated versions of the iPhone 7 with buffed up specs and maybe features. These will probably cost around the price of $769 (RM3300).

As we come closer to the official launch sometime in September, we are probably going to see more of these but keep in mind that these are still rumours and should be taken lightly. Make sure to stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest news and updates.