Dell announces Latitude 5430 Rugged and Latitude 7330 Rugged Extreme for harsh conditions

Besides lifestyle laptops, Dell also makes machines that can cope with harsh conditions. The brand has announced a new lineup of Latitude Rugged laptops, perfect for those who need theirs to survive extreme temperatures, constant vibrations or high levels of dust and humidity. With the introduction of the Latitude 5430 Rugged and Latitude 7330 Rugged Extreme, the company hopes to satisfy those who work in environments that push the limitations of a traditional office laptop.

The Latitude 5430 Rugged is a 14-inch semi-rugged laptop. It's drop-tested from up to 3-feet and Ingress Protection (IP)-53 7 rated for a high degree of protection against dust, dirt and water ingress. For the weight, it's measured 1.97kg and can be customized with an optional professional discrete graphics card.

The other dubbed Latitude 7330 Rugged Extreme is a 13-inch fully-rugged laptop. Besides an optional 1400-nit direct-sunlight viewable and gloved multi-touch capable screen, it is drop tested from up to 6-feet and has an IP-65 9 rating for maximum protection against dust, dirt and water ingress. Therefore, it's well-suited for those who look for extreme protective measures on their laptops.

Not just durable, but both laptops are also 5G-capable with 11th Gen Intel Core processors, vPro optional. They also have an improved battery with a run-time of almost 25 hours, alongside dual hot-swappable batteries and Express Charge Boost for up to a 35% charge in 20 minutes. Last but not least, they are pre-installed with Windows latest update, Windows 11, as well.

The Dell Latitude Rugged 5430 and 7730 laptops will be globally available for order in December. If you're interested, stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll provide you with more information when they release.


Dell announces Venue 7 and Venue 8 Android tablets

Dell recently announced their Venue 7 and Venue 8 Android tablets to round out the other Venue tablet lineup. The two tablets will be running Android 4.2.2 and can be upgraded to Android 4.4 KitKat later when the update has been made available. They will be offered with either WiFi or WiFi and 4G LTE connectivity. Other tech specs for the Dell Venue 7 and Venue 8 include:

The Dell Venue 7 will be priced from $150 (RM479) while the Dell Venue 8 will be priced from $180 (RM574). Both tablets should have a Malaysia release date starting from 18 October 2013.


Dell announces Venue 8 Pro and Venue 11 Pro Windows 8.1 tablets

Filling up the rest of their Venue tablet lineup, Dell have recently announced the Venue 8 Pro and Venue 11 Pro Windows 8.1 touchscreen tablets. It confirms that Dell probably won't be making Windows RT tablets anymore. Seeing as how there are only two other 8-inch Windows 8 tablets on the market, the announcement is timely. Like other Windows 8 powered tablets, the Venue 8 Pro and Venue 11 Pro come with several docks and keyboards which while not as thin as the Surface Touch covers, does offer built-in batteries for longer battery life and now standard chiclet/island style keyboard keys. Tech specs and features for the Dell Venue 8 Pro and Dell Venue 11 Pro include the following:

While we didn't get any specific Malaysia release dates, the Dell Venue 11 will be available in the UK from 7 November 2013 and priced at $500 (RM1597) while the Dell Venue 8 Pro is priced at $300 (RM958) and should be available from 18 October 2013 in the US. Malaysia release dates for either tablet are expected after the respective dates. Both tablets are clearly meant for the enterprise market as they offer TPM 1.2 security features while the Dell Venue 11 Pro has Intel's vPro security built-in as well.


Dell announces new Latitude 11 and Latitude 12 laptops focused on students

2017 is a new year, and many students are gearing to start their school year. Universities and school alike – these days kids are more and more into technology even during classes. Having a good device to ensure that they have the information they need at the tip of their finger is important – hence why Dell has announced new laptops design with this segment in mind – the new Dell Latitude 11, Latitude 13 and Chromebook, powered by Intel chips.

The new laptop is designed to be slimmer and more compact that the predecessor model. They're also built to withstand falls and spills – which is good for butter fingers. The Windows version will be powered by the seventh-generation Intel Pentium and Celeron chips (for the Latitude 11) and the newer Core i5 for the Latitude 13. The Chromebook variants meanwhile are stuck with sixth-gen Celerons, with the Chromebook 13 will have a Core i3 option.

If you are looking to get one, the models will be coming sometime in February, with prices starting from USD 349 (~RM 1547). No confirmation yet if the models will be heading to Malaysia, so stay tuned to TechNave for more information.


Dell announces new range of Latitude, OptiPlex, and Precision computers

There are just a few more days to go before CES 2021, but we have not only been seeing some leaks on products but also official announcements. Dell does the latter every year before CES and we were informed about some of the new products coming will include productivity PCs.

Dell will be unveiling a total of five new productivity laptops for the Latitude and Precision series. First, there's the Latitude 9420 and Latitude 9520 that comes with an 11th Gen Intel Core vPro-enabled CPU, powerful built-in speakers, camera enhancements, and more. If you want a larger screen, there's the Latitude 7520 with its 15-inch 4K screen and optional 1080p camera. As for the Latitude 5420, it's a more modest model that's made using bioplastic tree waste.

Outside of the Latitude series, there's the Precision 3560 that also use bioplastic tree waste in its construction. But that's not the product most would find interesting. Instead, you'll probably want to know more about the OptiPlex 3090 Ultra and 7090 Ultra all-in-one PCs. These two PCs have a modular design that's packed into the body of a monitor stand, allowing you to mount it to compatible monitors for quick and space-efficient office setups.

Dell Malaysia hasn't confirmed the prices for the new PCs. But we were told that the Latitude 9420 and Latitude 9520 will be available here in March 2021, while the other five new PCs will be available later this month. So, are there any models you would be interested to get for your work use? Do drop your comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Dell comes out with Holiday Gift Guide for Christmas 2014

Thinking of doing your Christmas gift shopping early? Well, Dell has you covered for all your notebook and desktop related tech gifts with a holiday gift guide. Designed with the Gamer, Mobile Worker and entire Family in mind, Dell have listed a number of devices it feels to be perfect for each gift receiver. Check it out below:


Dell confirms availability of new S series and C series monitors in Malaysia

The global situation has caused many to change the way they work. While many people still have to be out and about, there are plenty who are stuck at home. In either case, having a monitor could be of help to you and Dell has a few new ones coming our way.

In fact, Dell has confirmed that their new monitors are coming to Malaysia in the next few weeks. There will be a total of four new S series monitors, which includes two video conferencing monitors and two USB-C monitors. There's also a new portable 14-inch C series monitor that's great for people always on the go.

First, let's take a look at the S2422HZ and S2722DZ. They're 23.8-inch QHD and 27-inch Full HD monitors that come with a built-in pop-up camera, a noise-cancelling mic and two 5W speakers. This setup makes it possible for you to join video conferences, even if you're using a desktop PC without the relevant accessories. Next, there's the Dell S2722QC and S2722DC monitors. These are monitors that can connect to and charge certain devices through USB-C. The former is a 4K model, while the latter is a regular Full HD monitor.

The new monitors will be available through the Dell Malaysia website, but we've also included the price and availability for the five new monitors below. Is there a particular model you'd be interested in? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Dell introduces new productivity monitors ahead of CES 2021

Earlier, we mentioned how Dell announced some new PCs that will be appearing ahead of CES 2021. We're quite sure there are more models in the wings, such as a new Inspiron laptop. But besides that, Dell will also be unveiling some new monitors at the annual event.

The fanciest new addition to the Dell monitor family is the UltraSharp 40 Curved WUHD Monitor. This is a 40-inch display with a max resolution of 5120 x 2160. As you can see, this gives you a significantly wider view than most 4K screens, which is great for certain tasks or programs like spreadsheets. It's also useful in that you can compact multiple windows and view them simultaneously on one screen, instead of using multiple monitors.

Besides that, Dell also introduced three models for video conferencing. The Dell 24 and 27 Video Conferencing Monitors are 24-inch and 24-inch models with flat displays, while the Dell 34 Curved Video Conferencing Monitor is a curved monitor. All three models are certified for Microsoft Teams and come with secure facial recognition sign-in, as well as and hands-free commands for enhanced security and convenience.

We can probably expect Dell to have more options for monitor unveiled during or after CES 2021, as companies tend to reveal their best models earlier to build hype. But now worries, we'll be keeping an eye out for all the major reveals that will be coming from CES 2021. Stay tuned to TechNave so you don't miss out on any exciting updates.


Dell launches new 2-in-1 laptop range at Computex 2016 from RM 1899

For those who are still looking for a 2-in-1 device for daily computing use, Dell has just announced a range of variable-mode devices at Computex 2016, with models ranging from an 11 inch display, all the day to a 15 inch display. The new 2-in-1 models will have a sticker price from RM 1899.

The Dell Inspiron 11 3000 combines the performance of a laptop and the convenience of a tablet in one device. It has a colourful, fun design that’s easy to use and built for the long haul. It has a HD resolution (1366x768 pixel) display, Intel Celeron processor, 32GB of storage, and a 10 hour battery.

Meanwhile the Dell Inspiron 5000 2-in-1 series comes in both 13 inch and 15 inch displays, with a full HD display (1920 x 1080) True-life LED-Backlit Touch Display and up to 16GB of dual channel DDR4 memory. This is paired with SSD storage for longer battery life and even an optional infra-red camera to be used in conjunction with Windows 10 Hello secure login system.

Lastly, the Dell Inspiron 5000 is a traditional laptop design device, but with the same new features as its cousin, including the infra-red camera, SSD storage, and an option of either an Intel or AMD processor.

The Dell Inspiron 11 3000 2-in-1 will be available soon, from RM 1899, while the Inspiron 12 and 15 5000 2-in-1 will start from RM 2499. The Inspiron 5000 series laptop meanwhile will be available from September onwards.


Dell launches world's first "wireless charging" laptop for ~RM5154

A wireless charging laptop? Well, actually it’s not really one but rather it uses a 2-in-1 dock charger to the wireless-compatible keyboard (#misleadingmarketing). But still, not using a charging cable is a nice welcome and the charging dock + wireless charging keyboard accessory cost $380 (~RM1632) and $200 (~RM860) respectively, whereas the laptop is $1200 (~RM5154).

The laptop is from Dell and it's called the Latitude 7285 featuring a core-i5-7Y54, 8GB RAM, 128GB of internal storage, a 12-inch display and more. It’s also said that the charger won’t work on a metal surface, so the user would need to use a non-metal stand to raise the base at least 2-inches. Kind of weird for a wireless charger to be this “cost effective” (#sarcasm) to work.

To view the full specs of the laptop, head over here to check it out and stay tuned for more Dell news at TechNave.com.


A clamshell Samsung foldable may be coming in 2020 for ~RM3518

Despite the troubles and delays, Samsung sees enough potential in foldable devices like the Galaxy Fold. Love it or hate it, they are here to stay and more are on the way! According to The Korean Herald, Samsung is expected to release at least two more foldable devices in 2020.

The first of the two is expected to be a successor to this year's Galaxy Fold, while the other is a smaller phone that will fold into a clamshell. It's a design that you rarely see outside of certain countries these days and we welcome it. The clamshell phone will allegedly cost 1 million won (~RM3518), which makes it more affordable than the Galaxy Fold (RM8388).

Samsung has yet to confirm any details or launch dates but it is speculated that the clamshell model will be available in Q1 of 2020. That's roughly the same time the Galaxy S11 devices are expected to launch, while the next Galaxy Fold will supposedly launch in April 2020. We don't have any details on tech specs and features yet so you'll have to wait for news on that.

What are your thoughts on a smaller foldable phone, or the clamshell design? Drop us a line on our Facebook page! Also, stay tuned to TechNave.com for potential updates on this topic.


Dell now has a laptop with 5G and a 30-hour battery life

CES 2020 has not officially begun but some companies are already getting a head start. Dell has announced what it has to show at this year's event and it includes some interesting models. One of them is the Dell Latitude 9510, which not only supports 5G but also has 30 hours of battery life.

We've been seeing 5G being added to many smartphones but 5G laptops are new to the scene. In fact, the Latitude 9510 is perhaps the first convertible laptop PC that comes with it. The laptop will likely come with 5G antennas inside to get access to 5G networks but which 5G modem is being used inside was not confirmed.

Dell did mention some other tech specs and features for the laptop. It'll have a 15-inch InfinityEdge display and weighs about 1.45kg, which means it's relatively portable. Also, it will be equipped with Intel's 10th Gen Core i7 so the performance should be good. As for features, it'll have security functions like ExpressSign-in, while ExpressCharge would be used to improve battery life. The latter uses AI and machine learning technology to optimise your battery usage and is probably how it will maintain that long battery life.

For those who have thought about getting a laptop with 5G, now you have an option to consider. But would you actually want a 5G laptop in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Dell releases Vostro 14 3000 notebooks for SMBs and new Inspiron range for consumers

Dell recently announced their new Vostro 14 3000 series of notebook computers designed for the small-medium business or SMB user and new Dell Inspiron notebook computers and desktops for the everyday consumer. The Vostro 14 3000 features 5th Generation Intel Core i5 processors with built-in discrete NVIDIA graphics, a 9 hour battery life and various business features for better overall productivity. Priced from RM2000 for the Intel Core i3 version and from RM2459 for the Core i5 version you can check out the Dell Vostro site for more details. On the other hand, Dell also revealed new devices for the consumer-level Inspiron range. This includes the Inspiron 5000 series of notebook computers, Inspiron 24 3000 series of All-in-One desktops and other Inspirion desktops. Tech specs and features include the latest Intel Braswell processors and a 23.8-inch full HD wide-angle display for the Inspiron 24 3000 series All-in-One desktop. Prices start from RM2349 for the Inspiron 5000 series while pricing for other devices will be announced shortly. Check out the Dell Site for more information. Here is what Dell had to say about the two new additions:

“We are launching this new product and expanding the availability of our Vostro line in response to feedback from customers who are seeking this business solution from Dell, and input from our valued channel partners. The Vostro line has long been synonymous with productivity for the working professional and small businesses, and the next generation Vostro 3000 Series notebooks will pack the optimal processors, graphics options, connectivity ports and design details to help customers or business users get more done during their workday.”  KT Ong, general manager, Commercial Business, Dell Malaysia.

“With today’s new product launches, Dell’s Inspiron brand continues its legacy of developing great devices that are easy to use, employing the latest technology to help families get more out of life. Everyday computing is more fun when you can power video chats and games with the latest processors and graphics, or enjoy an immersive multi-media entertainment experience with brilliant displays and fantastic audio. From laptops to desktops, we are delivering devices for every need at an exceptional value, empowering our customers to easily create and share content and connect with the people who matter the most to them.” Harjeet Singh Rekhi, general manager, Client Solutions, Dell South Asia


Dell's Concept Luna showcases a laptop than can get fully disassembled under 30 seconds

Dell's latest innovation focuses on better repairability and sustainability. Concept Luna showcases a laptop that can be fully disassembled in only 30 seconds using a simple push-pin tool. It signifies a new hope for the industry to produce laptops that are easy to maintain and have a longer lifespan.

Dell showcased the idea last year. This year, the company continues to improve it by reducing the number of screws and using components which are easy to upgrade, making the laptop more environmentally friendly. Besides that, there are also minimal cables, which allows users with basic technical skills to take the device apart without much hassle. For sustainability, the Concept Luna laptop uses sustainable and recyclable materials in its construction and packaging.

Furthermore, Dell utilizes intelligent telemetry and robotic automation to enhance the device's sustainability and performance. It helps the company to optimize the laptop's design and functionality based on data collected on the device's usage and performance.

"By marrying Luna's sustainable design with intelligent telemetry and robotic automation, we've created something with the potential to trigger a seismic shift in the industry and drive circularity at scale," Dell Technologies' Client Solutions Group CTO Glen Robson wrote in a blog post.

It's still a long time for the Concept Luna laptop to be commercially available. However, it's always fresh knowing such an idea. What do you think about Concept Luna? Share your thoughts with us by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


Dell shows off a full dual-screen laptop and a foldable tablet at CES 2020

As per tradition, we get to see a wide variety of technologies in CES 2020. So far, we have already seen some intriguing ones such as the Alienware Concept UFO handheld gaming console under Dell, but they have come up with another cool device which is the Concept Duet and Concept Ori.

As the title suggests, the Concept Duet has a dual-screen which shares the same size of 13.4-inches in FHD resolution. Thankfully, if you don't like the idea of a virtual keyboard on the laptop, you can get a keyboard accessory and it's compatible with the second screen which only takes half of the space. The rest of it will function as a touchpad.

With a dual-screen in hand, the Concept Duet is meant for taking multitasking to another level. Dell said users can take advantage of having a video conference on the main screen panel while writing down notes on the other (there's a stylus accessory too), as well as using it as an eBook which is nice. That said, some media members reported that the device is rather heavy.

Then as for the Concept Ori, this tablet can be folded into half and it sort of works like a book. The screen panel is 13-inches in QHD+ resolution and although there is a noticeable crease in the middle, most of the media members aren't too bothered. Oddly, Dell didn't say anything much about the tech specs nor if they will ever release it to the market. So this seems to suggest that the two devices could have a makeover change in the future.

But what do you think? Would you like to own a device like that? Is this the future? Let us know and stay tuned for more CES 2020 news at TechNave.com.


Dell updates their Alienware 13 with new specification and VR support

For gamers who wants something somewhat portable, yet is able to play AAA and VR games without breaking too much sweat, Dell has just refreshed their Alienware series in Malaysia, in particular the Alienware 13.

The specs on this portable gaming machine are top notch. It comes with a 13.3 inch screen with options of either HD, Full HD or Quad HD resolution, Intel Core i5 or i7 Skylake processor, NVIDIA GTX 1060 graphics chip, up to 32Gb of RAM and up to 2TB of storage. It also comes with Windows Hello for a more secure log in experience. The Alienware 13 is also Dell’s first 13-inch device with support for VR out of the box, and it comes with a refreshed look when compared to last year’s model.

No news as of yet if the Alienware 13 is heading to Malaysia, but it has a global price of USD 2099 (~RM 8838), so we may see it around the same price or a bit more in Malaysia. Stay tuned to TechNave for more information on the new Dell Alienware 13.


Demand for Nokia 3310 is out of expectations, says UK retailer

The remake of the Nokia 3310 is apparently seeing actual sales as people starts pre-ordering the device in the UK.

According to retailer, Carphone Warehouse, they had seen “unprecedented levels of demand” for the feature phone.The pre-registrations on the retailer’s website proves that people actually want to buy the new edition even if it is a vastly different from the original classic 3310.

It looks like the nostalgia wave is something that HMD managed to ride on when it announced the remake of the device. And that interest is actually turning to actual sales.

The Nokia 3310 is now on pre-order on Carphone Warehouse’s website for €49. While there is thus far no word on the availability and pricing of the Nokia 3310 in Malaysia, would you buy the remake of the Nokia 3310 when it comes on sale in Malaysia? Let us know in the comments below or on our Facebook page. Stay tuned with TechNave.com for the latest Nokia news.


Demand for foldable Razr smartphone too high, Motorola decides to delay launch

Seems that the clamshell design is something more people wanted than Motorola expected. In fact, it would seem that a foldable clamshell Razr 2019 is so interesting that too many people have been demanding for it. As a result, Motorola has decided to push back the launch date of the product.

Now, why would they do that? According to Tweaktown, the company wants to better meet consumer demand. From the sound of it, it's very likely that Motorola doesn't have that many units available to meet the current demand with the initial launch window. The company will probably be aiming manufacture more units in order so the expected launch date could be delayed to February or March 2020. Guess they'll have to call it Motorola Razr 2020 now.

Aside from being able to produce more of the new foldable smartphones, the extra time will probably allow Motorola to iron out any kinks found. Having said that, they won't be able to do much more than software changes if there are batches of the devices already produced. Still, it's better to be cautious with 1500 USD (~RM6210) products like these than experience what Samsung did with the Galaxy Fold.

Have you already decided you would be getting this new foldable phone? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


Deputy HR Minister: Artificial Intelligence can’t replace humans, won’t reduce job opportunities in Malaysia

With the recent advancement in Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology such as ChatGPT, many are looking over their shoulders in fear of being made obsolete at their workplace. Well, the Ministry of Human Resources has allayed such fears, claiming that AI won’t reduce job opportunities.

Its Deputy Minister, Mustapha Sakmud said that this is because AI can’t completely replace human workers. He further added that the government is currently planning to produce a skilled workforce to manage and operate AI technology.

As reported by Bernama, Mustapha was replying to a supplementary question from Senator Robert Lau Hui Yew in the Dewan Negara yesterday. Robert wanted to know what measures the government is taking to take advantage of AI while reducing its impact on jobs.

So, what do you guys think of the statement by the HR Deputy Minister? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news from Malaysia and beyond!


Deputy Minister of Communications and Multimedia is proposing a 0.02% service charge for online purchases

In this latest news from our dear government, Deputy Minister of Communications and Multimedia Datuk Adhidi Zainul Abidin has proposed a service charge for online purchases in the future for Malaysians. Reason being? It's for improving the government communications security system.

At the moment, the proposal is still being considered and has not been approved yet as this approach is one of the steps to find other sources that won't burden the rakyat. In case you're wondering, the service online charge would be 0.02% so if you purchase an item online that is RM1000, the service online charge is RM0.20 cents.

As a proposed service charge to help cover the cost of their communications and avoid more cyber-attacks online, he assured that this is not the same as Goods and Service Tax (GST) as online purchases don't require any taxes. Since it's still at the early planning stage, the government still has yet to set a minimum purchase that allows the service charge.

But what do you folks think? Is the government making a wrong move again? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Design concept of the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 spotted with rotating camera from ~RM8630

A video detailing the design of the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 has been spotted on Youtube not too long ago, and it gives us an idea on what to expect when it is officially unveiled for the price of 2000USD(~RM8630). Do note that the foldable smartphone in the video is merely a concept, and it does to reflect upon the final product.

Based on the video, it seems that the Fold 2 might come with a rotating triple camera module which allows it to function as both a rear and a front-facing selfie camera. In addition to that, the camera module will come with a 108MP + 12MP + 20MP image sensors which potentially makes it one of the most powerful cameras for taking selfies.

As for the display, it comes with a 6.6-inch AMOLED display and a smaller display right beside it. When the device is unfolded, you’ll find a larger 8-inch OLED foldable display which is able to be opened up to either 120 degrees for laptop mode, or up to 180 degrees which allow it to be laid flat on any given surface.

In terms of the tech specs, the alleged Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 is expected to come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset, 12GB of RAM, 512GB of internal storage, and a 7000mAh internal battery which supports up to 65W fast charging. Furthermore, it comes with features such as wireless charging, as well as reverse wireless charging.

Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement regarding the concept smartphone shown in the video. Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, official tech specs, and local pricing of the Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 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 closer look at the gold Honor 8, its Smart Key and some more camera samples

Just launched yesterday from RM1699, we managed to get some more hands-on time with the gold coloured Honor 8 and while our first impressions video is coming soon you can a closer look at this versions, see some more camera samples and check out the smart key function of the Honor 8.

The gold coloured Honor 7 has a more shiny surface

Instead of having a separate smart key like on the Honor 7, the Honor 8 integrated it with the fingerprint sensor. The Honor 8 will be available tomorrow from VMALL.my and Lazada along with DirectD and SenHeng with a lot of freebies to go with it.

Here are the available camera modes on the Honor 8

No monochrome mode, but it still looks good in black and white for the Honor 8

Plenty of detail here for the black and white shots on the Honor 8

Selfie shots are fast ~ especially with the pretty girls of TeamHW

Wide Aperture mode offers a nice Bokeh shot

Auto, 12MP ~ still very good picture quality


Design for Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 could remain unchanged, but get more powerful hardware

The early weeks of 2020 have certainly been productive ones for Samsung. Most of what we've been seeing are leaks and teases for new smartphones like the Galaxy Note 10 Lite, Galaxy S20 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip. But the latest rumour claims to have some details on another foldable Samsung device, the Galaxy Fold 2.

According to GalaxyClub, Samsung is most assuredly working on a successor to last year's Galaxy Fold device. Allegedly, the device will have the code name of Win2 and it will follow the design of its predecessor. Considering that, it's possible that Samsung would go for more powerful specs and additional features to make this successor worth getting.

Besides that, the device will likely launch in the later half of the year along with a 5G variant and perhaps the Galaxy Note 20 series. Of course, these are all only speculation but it's possible that we'll get some confirmation on this during the Samsung Unpacked next week. For now, it's best to not take this rumour at face value.

Having said that, are you more interested in a foldable with a form factor like the Galaxy Z Flip or the Galaxy Fold? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more updates on TechNave.com.


Design of Apple iPhone 12 Pro allegedly leaked

It may be months away before Apple launches the iPhone 12 for this year, but the rumour mill is already hard at work. In fact, a new video that has appeared shows a render of what the iPhone 12 Pro could look like. If this video is real, the iPhone 12 Pro's design is one we can whole-heartedly approve.

According to BGR, Apple could be looking to remove the notch on the front for the iPhone 12 series. This could happen if Apple decides to bypass its self-imposed 3-year design cycle for iPhones. Indeed, there are plenty of Apple fans who are still using older iPhone models but have been holding back from upgrading to wait for a fresh design without the dreaded notch.

Besides that, well-known TF International Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has predicted that the Apple iPhone 12 will have four models. They are also expected to look like a larger iPhone 5 with modern design elements, like having smaller bezels. Previously, we've also covered on how the iPhone 12 could be housing a new A14 processor from TSMC so it's likely going to be a significant upgrade for many people.

As a reminder, this is currently speculation at best and there's no proof that what the video shows is the real design for the iPhone 12. Even if it is, there's no guarantee that the design would remain the same when it launches. For now, we'll be keeping a close eye on this so do stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on the Apple iPhone 12.


Design of Lenovo Legion gaming phone fully unveiled

As expected, Lenovo continues to reveal more and more details of its upcoming gaming phone each day. Yesterday, we got a glimpse of how well the Legion Pro gaming phone's dual-speakers could perform. But today is the big one, as we finally get to see what the phone looks like in a real-world scenario.

In its latest Weibo post, Lenovo revealed a short ad that showed the Lenovo Legion Pro gaming phone in action. As you can see from the video (15-second mark), the phone's two rear cameras (64MP+16MP) have an unusual placement near the centre of the back. We also see the pop-up side-mounted camera that was rumoured a while back, which is now confirmed to be a 20MP front camera.

Aside from the cameras, parts of the display were also revealed. It's a standard flat display with very thin bezels that should support 144Hz and you can see the user's face on the screen. This suggests that there's some software included with the phone that will let you live-stream or record your gaming sessions.

With this, we know most of what this phone has to offer, but there could still be more reveals in the coming days. With that said, what do you think of the phone's camera setup, is it too unusual for you? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Design of MagSafe power bank allegedly leaked

Render by ConcetpCreator (via Jon Prosser)

When Apple launched its iPhone 12 series last year, it was soon followed by the MagSafe Duo Charger. There are even rumours about a MagSafe power bank. Now, we get to see what it could look like via concept renders.

Last month, hints of a "Mobile Charge Mode" for a battery pack were found in the beta version of iOS 14.5. This is expected to be a MagSafe power bank that would launch sometime this year. We even have an idea of what the accessory could look like, thanks to Jon Prosser's latest YouTube video. The renders he shared were allegedly for a premium version that comes with a sleek aluminium casing.

Prosser also claimed that there's a high chance the product may not be launched. Allegedly, Apple is struggling to resolve an overheating issue caused by the product's reverse charging feature. That's not surprising, considering that Apple has had the same problem developing the AirPower charging mat (that's never coming lol).

The idea of a power bank that charges wirelessly is amazing, so it's a bit disappointing if it's never released. But what are your thoughts about that? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Design of Sony WF-1000XM4 leaked online, could launch in June 2021

If you recall, a leak of the Sony WF-1000XM4 first appeared in February 2021. It has been two years since the previous model, so many would be interested to see what has changed. Recently, a new leak that appeared reveals its full design.

According to The Walkman Blog (via Android Headlines), the Sony WF-1000XM4 is rather different from its predecessor. That's already apparent from the first leak, which showed that the earbuds have a smaller main housing. It also seems to have a more plastic matte finish, compared to the glossy metallic look from before.

From the leaked images, you can see that the mics have been moved around due to the smaller size. There's also a cylindrical bronze/gold piece on the outside, which could be a microphone or just part of the design. In terms of specs, the charging case has an output of 5V 140mA, so it should charge faster than the WF-1000XM3.

Another interesting bit of speculation is that the new model could launch as early as June 2021. Of course, we can't confirm if that's true, so you'll have to wait for an update on that. Until then, stay tuned to TechNave for more interesting tech news!


Design of the HUAWEI Pocket S leaked ahead of its launch tomorrow

Previously, we reported that HUAWEI is set to unveil its latest foldable smartphone, the HUAWEI Pocket S in China tomorrow (2 November 2022), though nothing much is known about the device yet. Well, we may not have to wait long to get a glimpse of the upcoming foldable’s design though as it has been leaked through a promo poster of a retail store in China.

Shared by a  tipster on Weibo, the poster shows the Pocket S beside another HUAWEI foldable, the Mate Xs 2. However, the Pocket S, as the name would suggest, is a foldable smartphone in the clamshell style of the P50 Pocket rather than the bigger Mate Xs 2.

In fact, the Pocket S looks almost identical to the P50 Pocket, with similar features such as having two rings on the outside of the clamshell. Just like the P50 Pocket, one ring houses the camera setup while the other is a circular screen to access a selfie viewfinder as well as functional widgets.

The poster also shows some of the colour variants of the upcoming device, particularly the more pastel colour variants. If the teaser video released by HUAWEI previously is of any indication, the Pocket S will have quite extensive colour options and not just the 3 colours shown in this poster.

Well, we just have to wait a few hours to know for sure about the colour options as well as the specs of the Pocket S. Can’t wait!

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


Design of the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 was teased recently

It seems that the OnePlus CEO and founder recently teased the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 limited edition smartphone, giving us an idea on how the smartphone could look like. While there is no official news on the release date of the smartphone, it will most likely be unveiled alongside the CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk 2077, which was recently reported to be delayed by 21 days.

Based on what we can see from the image, it seems that the smartphone will come with a grey and yellow colour scheme, similar to that of Cyberpunk 2077. Not only that, it seems that the rear will also come with decals such as the logo of the game and possibly more.

With all that said, what are your thoughts on the teaser image for the OnePlus 8T Cyberpunk 2077 limited edition smartphone? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Design of the vivo TWS 3 series leaked ahead of its launch next week

vivo is slated to release the vivo X90 series in China this 22 November 2022 alongside several other product refreshes, including new true wireless earbuds, the vivo TWS 3 and vivo TWS 3 Pro. Well, we may not have to wait until the aforementioned date to find out the design of the earbuds as the series’ design and renders have been leaked.

Shared by MySmartPrice in collaboration with reliable tipster Ishan Agarwal, both the vanilla and the pro variants look almost identical but have differing specs. In the renders, the TWS 3 can be seen in blue and white colour variants, with the former having a matte look while the latter is glossy.

Meanwhile, the renders for the TWS 3 Pro showcases its white and blue-black colour variants. Both the vanilla and the pro look similar in size, with an oval charging case that has an LED light at its front. As for the earbuds themselves, they look similar to the Apple AirPods Pro.

As of right now, no official specs have been revealed regarding the TWS series by vivo. However, tipsters have claimed that the earbuds will debut the world’s first true hi-fi headset as well as sports features such as intelligent ultra-wideband noise reduction, Vlog 3D binaural recording, non-sensing body temperature monitoring and Bluetooth 5.2.

Do take this information with a grain of salt though as they are mere speculation until the product itself is officially unveiled. Well, we just have to wait a few more days to find out anyway.

So, what do you guys think of the TWS 3 series? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news such as this.


Designs regarding the realme Watch 2 series may have been spotted. Launch might happen very soon.

Based on a statement by Twitter user @_the_tech_guy, it seems that the realme Watch 2, as well as the Watch 2 Pro, may have been spotted in a source code, hinting that the smartwatches might be launching very soon. While not much is known in regards to the release date, techradar.com did mention that it could potentially be unveiled somewhere around May 2021.

In terms of the tech specs, it seems that the realme Watch 2 is expected to come equipped with a 1.4-inch display, IP68 water and dust resistance, heart rate and SpO2 sensor, as well as a 305mAh internal battery. Unfortunately, there’s no information regarding the realme Watch 2 Pro, so you might want to check back with us on that in the near future.

Realme Watch 2 & Realme Watch 2 Pro spotted in the codes of the realme link application. pic.twitter.com/6RHFRQVfjX

Not only that, but there’s also an image from FCC showcasing the potential design of the upcoming smartwatch. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that realme has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact release date for now. Would you be interested in getting the realme Watch 2 series 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.


Despite iPhone 12 Mini not selling well Apple still wants to launch the iPhone 13 Mini

Based on a statement by Jon Prosser on the YouTube channel Front Page Tech, it seems that Apple might be keen on releasing the iPhone 13 Mini variant despite incredibly poor iPhone 12 Mini sales. To give a rough idea, a report shown in the video from MacRumors hinted that the iPhone 12 Mini only accounted for 5% of the total iPhone 12 series sale in January 2021.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Apple has yet to provide an official statement to address the reports. Not only that, but there is currently no news on the Malaysia release date, exact tech specs, and pricing of the iPhone 13 series for now.

What are your thoughts on Apple insisting to launch the iPhone 13 Mini? Let us know on our Facebook page, and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


A compilation of 1.3 million Clubhouse user's public data was spotted on a hacker forums

It seems that around 1.3 million user’s public data might have been spotted on a hacker forum very recently. While there were speculations going around stating that Clubhouse had a data breach, Clubhouse themselves debunked the rumour stating that they were not hacked and data from these users were already public information which is visible as long as you view the user’s profile via the app.

With that being said, only information such as ID, name, photo URL, username, Twitter handle, Instagram handle, and follower numbers were only included in the compilation. However, if you’re still concerned about the safety of your information, you could always change your password just in case.

This is misleading and false. Clubhouse has not been breached or hacked. The data referred to is all public profile information from our app, which anyone can access via the app or our API. https://t.co/I1OfPyc0Bo

With all that said, what are your thoughts on 1.3 million user’s public profile data spotted on a hacker forum? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Details for 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HP1 camera sensor unveiled

Samsung officially revealed its 200MP camera sensor earlier this month. It was a brief intro to the ISOCELL HP1 and 50MP ISOCELL GN5 sensor, which is enough for the layman. But if you're curious about the technical features, you can check Samsung's announcement from yesterday.

The 200MP ISOCELL HP1 sensor uses a 4x4 hybrid pixel-binning technology. It combines 16 pixels into a large 2.56μm pixel. This provides greater light absorption, resulting in higher image quality with less noise. In addition, the Re-mosaic algorithm and deep learning technology help to deliver sharper images with more detail. There's also a Smart ISO Pro technology to help in different lighting conditions.

When recording videos instead, the pixel-binning technology combines four pixels (2x2) into one large 1.28μm pixel, allowing for highly detailed 8K/30FPS videos. You can also take slow-motion clips at 4K/120FPS. Other key features for the sensor includes multisampling, Staggered HDR, and Double Super PD phase detection.

It sounds really impressive, but we won't know how well it can perform until we see a phone with the sensor. Allegedly, Xiaomi has plans for that. For more updates on that, please stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Details for Samsung S Pen Pro leaked online, will have USB-C port for charging and 4096 pressure levels

For months now, it has been rumoured that the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 will support the S Pen. Interestingly, this will be a new stylus that's going to be called the S Pen Pro. Recent leaks have revealed the stylus' design, but now we have some specs on it too.

According to @chunvn8888 (via Wccftech), the S Pen Pro can be used with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3. It has a small 0.7mm tip that's probably soft, which is how it can avoid damaging the UTG or flexible display. Besides that, this stylus also has a much larger and round body, compared to the standard S Pen.

S Pen Pro:0.7 mm tip4096 pressure pointsCan be used with Z Fold3 without damaging the screenCharges via USB CAttaches magnetically with a few cases at the back of phonesPrice around 70 bucks in the UK? https://t.co/qed83EZ936 pic.twitter.com/IKLzXqA0KZ

There were also a few features that were revealed. The stylus will support up to 4096 levels of pressure sensitivity, making it on par with a stylus used for tablets. It will also support Bluetooth LE (Low Energy) connectivity. What features it will support were not mentioned, but it's expected to charge via a USB-C connector. It can also be attached to selected Galaxy Z Fold 3 cases via magnet.

Allegedly, Samsung will retail this for 70 British Pounds (~RM411), which seems quite expensive. If that's true, we're hoping that it delivers enough features to justify the price tag. With that said, what features do you think the S Pen Pro needs to be worth the money? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


Details of 3 new upcoming entry-level Motorola smartphones leaked

In certain markets, it's the entry-level smartphones that sell the most. This is why Motorola is looking to launch more of its Moto G and E series devices. In fact, some details on three new upcoming Motorola smartphones have been leaked.

Thanks to Techniknews (via GSMArena), we now have renders of what could be the Moto Capri (G10) and Capri+ (G30). These two devices were briefly mentioned in a previous leak, suggesting that they could be launching soon. Anyway, the two devices look rather simple in design, with a teardrop notch for the front camera and a quad-camera at the back.

There's news that the Moto E7 Power will come MediaTek Helio P22 chipset, up to 4GB of RAM, and up to 64GB of internal storage. As for the Moto G10, it is expected to have the Snapdragon 460 chipset, 4GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage. On the other hand, the G30 features the Snapdragon 662 chipset, up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of storage. On top of that, the latter is supposed to have a 90Hz refresh rate display.

Mind you, there's no guarantee that these Motorola smartphones will be available here, so this might not be relevant news. Having said that, would you be interested in one of these if they launch here? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about them.


Details of AMD Zen 3 CPUs leaked, CPUs with up to 16 cores confirmed

Not long after benchmark of an alleged AMD RDNA2 GPU was found online, details of AMD Zen 3 CPUs were leaked as well. Sources claim that AMD's next-generation of desktop CPU would indeed come with SKUs with up to 16 cores and 32 threads. Not that there was any doubt on that!

According to Wccftech (via @CyberCatPunk), the AMD Zen 3 Ryzen 4000 series CPUs differ from the Zen 2 CPUs in that each CCD (Core Complex Die) comes with one Core Complex instead of two. However, we'll still be looking at top-end 16-core and 32-thread CPUs, while entry-level models will be 4-core parts. Moreover, the new CPUs are expected to have up to 512KB of L2 cache and 32MB of shared L3 cache.

Honestly, a lot of the details that regular PC users would be interested in - clock speeds and price - has yet to be announced yet. But there have also been rumours from last month that claim AMD has a Zen 3 CPU that has a boost clock of 4.9GHz. If that's the case, there could be a lucky Zen 3 silicon out there that could hit the 5GHz mark.

There's a lot of guessing and speculation in regards to AMD's new chips, but do take them with a grain of salt. Having said that, what kind of new features or improvements are you hoping to see from AMD Zen 3? Discuss in the comments below and do stay tuned to TechNave for future updates.


Details of GDP XP unveiled, will feature Nintendo Switch-like form factor

Nintendo has proven to be the king when it comes to handheld gaming consoles. But some companies want to challenge this space, which is why the Steam Deck is now a thing. There are also companies like GDP that make handheld Android game consoles.

In a recent announcement, GDP announced that details for its new device - the GDP XP Android - will be coming soon. This device will have a form factor that's similar to the Nintendo Switch. GDP also claimed that it's a modular device that's suitable for MOBA and FPS games. From the teaser image provided, we're assuming that it will have swappable components. At the very least, it'll have two types of controller schemes.

Most probably you already knew our new Android device.Yeah, that's kind of modularization unit, most suitable for MOBA and FPS games.Details are coming soon#GPDXP #Android pic.twitter.com/98dLTWSq4t

According to XDA Developers, the GDP XP will be powered by a MediaTek Helio G95 chipset. It will also have a 6.81-inch display, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 7000mAh battery. On top of that, the device is expected to support a 4G SIM card for Internet connectivity, as well as a microSD card for extra storage.

There's no launch date or price for the device at the moment, so we'll have to keep an eye out for news on that. But what do you think about it? Would you buy a handheld console just to play Android games? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


Details of Huawei Mate X3 and Huawei P60 Pro appear ahead of launch

This coming week, Huawei is hosting a launch event to showcase some new products. The company will unveil more than one smartphone, including the Huawei Mate X3 and Huawei P60 series. As expected, some details are appearing ahead of the launch.

According to Ross Young, the Huawei Mate X3 will come with a 7.85-inch LTPO foldable display, which is slightly smaller than the Huawei Mate X2's 8-inch. However, the cover display will have the same 6.45-inch display. This suggests that the size for the new model could be smaller, with thinner bezels for the cover display to maintain the size. The Mate X3 will also be the first Huawei foldable device to use Ultra Thin Glass (UTG).

Two of the many products expected to be revealed this week

Besides the Mate X3, there is also some news about the Huawei P60 series. In a Weibo post, Huawei revealed what seems to be the Huawei P60 Pro with a large main camera (50MP Sony IMX888) in the middle. The one above it is an ultra-wide camera (Sony IMX858), while the one at the bottom is a periscope camera (Omnivision OV64B) with 3.5x optical zoom. In addition, the Huawei P60 Pro will also feature the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 4G chipset and a 6.6-inch 2K display.

Overall, it sounds like Huawei has quite a few exciting stuff to show off on 23 March 2023. Which one are you more interested in? Let us know in the comments below! Also, stay tuned to TechNave for the eventual launch news.


Details of Samsung Galaxy Book Go leaked, Snapdragon 8cx Gen 3 and 5G with Windows 10

Just this week, Samsung launched a bunch of new laptops at its latest Unpacked event. The Galaxy Book series come with Intel CPUs and a compact form factor that aims to impress. But sources claim that there was an unannounced model - the Galaxy Book Go.

According to WinFuture, the Galaxy Book Go comes in two variants - one with LTE and another without LTE. Both are expected to come with the Snapdragon 7c chipset, 4GB of RAM, and 128GB SSD storage. Besides that, the laptop comes with a 1080p 14-inch IPS LCD, a modest 42.3 Whr battery, a USB Type-A port, and a USB Type-C port.

There might also be a 5G variant that comes with the Snapdragon 8cx Gen3 chipset instead, along with more RAM and storage. The rumoured price is USD349 (~RM1432) for the non-LTE variant and around USD543 (~RM2700) for the LTE variant. Considering the gap in prices, could the more expensive variant be the one with 5G support?

Note that Samsung hasn't announced or confirmed anything yet, so do take this news with a grain of salt. Having said that, would you be interested in a low-budget ARM-based Windows PC laptop like this? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Details of next Qualcomm chipset leaked, 4nm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 could come soon

Last year, Qualcomm changed the naming scheme for its chipset. So far, there's the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, and Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. But the entry-level Snapdragon 6 series hasn't been forgotten, with details of a new model with the new naming scheme recently leaked.

Yesterday, tipster Evan Blass revealed a specification and features sheet for the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 (SM6450). The sheet revealed that this chipset was manufactured with the company's 4nm process, and should have notable upgrades over the current Snapdragon 6 series chipsets. While the CPU and GPU details were sparse, we expect it to deliver better performance and battery efficiency because it's a 4nm chipset.

Besides that, the spec sheet shows that the Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 supports displays with a 120Hz refresh rate. It will also support 108MP cameras, [email protected] video recording, [email protected] slow-mo videos, and more. Some of these specs weren't available on the Snapdragon 695, which was a 6nm chipset and previously the company's top Snapdragon 6 series chipset.

While it's currently hard to gauge how much of a difference the new chipset could make, you can be sure that it'll be an overall improvement. Of course, there's a chance it would be a more expensive chipset to make, so expect devices with it to cost more. As for the launch date, this chipset could either show up soon or during the Snapdragon Summit later this year.

Will this chipset outperform the current Snapdragon 6 series chipset by a wide margin? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


Details of the OPPO Reno5 series has just surfaced on the TEENA Database!

OPPO often releases new smartphones or a new addition to a series in a period of a short time. If you recall, the OPPO Reno4 series has just been released in August this year, and we brought it to Penang to test out the camera features. Today, it seems like the new addition to the Reno series, the OPPO Reno5 is about to be unveiled.According to the source, the Digital Chat Station shared some information alongside an unknown OPPO smartphone that has surfaced in the TENAA database which seems to be the upcoming OPPO Reno5. It shows that it comes with a body dimension of 159.1 x 73.4 x 7.9mm and a 6.43-inch screen which may be a 60Hz refresh rate OLED display.

Besides, the data also states that it has a 2100mAh battery capacity which may be a dual battery setup that makes it a 4200mAH battery that is expected to support a 65W fast charging and a quad-camera setup compromising a 64MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide camera, 2MP Macro lens, and 2MP black and white portrait lens. As for the chipset, since it shows it will be supporting the 5G network, we are expecting it to have a Density 800U chipset coupled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage running on Android 11 based on ColorOS 11. Either way, there is still no official information on the tech spec and release date, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But what will be the key features you hope to see in the coming OPPO Reno5 series? Let us know on our Facebook and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Details of the iQOO Neo 7 SE leaked, to feature Dimensity 8200 SoC and 120W charging

After releasing the iQOO Neo 7 in China last month, it looks like iQOO is set to release another variant of the device soon, which is the iQOO Neo 7 SE. The latter has been in the rumour mills for a while now and the feature set of the device might have just been confirmed by a leaked promo image circulating on Weibo.

As shared by TechGoing, the leaked image has since been removed from Weibo but a saved screenshot of the promo image shows that the design of the device is similar to the Neo 7. In terms of colour options, the Neo 7 SE comes in orange, light blue and black.

Under the hood, the device is set to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chipset and a 5000mAh battery with support for 120W fast charging. As for the display, the Neo 7 SE sports an E5 AMOLED panel.

Other information that we are able to get from the poster is that the camera setup has optical image stabilisation (OIS). Of course, do take this information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet, with iQOO yet to announce anything regarding this upcoming device.

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


A complaint counter over internet coverage issues will be set up, as instructed by Fahmi Fadzil

A few hours ago, our local Minister of Communications and Digital, Fahmi Fadzil shared some news about our internet coverage issues. As you already, we Malaysians just love to complain about it and MCMC plans to set up a complaint counter.

It was reported that 97% of populated areas are covered by telecommunications networks, whereas in Sarawak, 84% of the coverage has been covered. However, the quality has not met expectations. Most of the issues include network congestion, coverage gaps, frequent service interruptions, experiencing a disconnected line from a call and others.

To ensure Malaysians have a good internet experience, Fadzil said that are a few metrics to monitor the internet quality service and experience provided by our local telcos. He has issued instructions to MCMC to ensure the issues should be resolved by June this year.

To overcome these issues, one of the methods would be using domestic roaming. This would allow a telco to use a third party's existing infrastructure and offer its internet services, which could overcome the coverage gap issue. Anyway, you can watch the whole video above for the full context.


Details regarding Huawei Mate 40's front-facing selfie camera may have been leaked

Based on a statement by a weibo user, it seems that the Huawei Mate 40 will come equipped with a single hole-punch camera at the front while the Mate 40 Pro and Pro Plus variant will have a pill-shaped cutout instead. While there’s no official information on the availability date, our source did mention that the smartphones will come equipped with an IMX588 as well as the IMX516 image sensor, with the latter being a ToF sensor.

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 leak. Not only that, but there’s also no Malaysia release date, exact tech specs, and local pricing for now.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the Huawei Mate 40 series 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.


Developer made Flappy Bird playable on macOS Big Sur notifications screen

Quite a few years back, there was a cute little mobile game called Flappy Bird. Regardless of its alleged plagiarism, the game was difficult but strangely addictive. Now, someone has actually made the game playable again on a new platform.

According to Wccftech, a macOS developer managed to get Flappy Bird to work on macOS Big Sur. Specifically, it was made playable on the notifications centre for the OS. That's right, you can play the entire game on the push notifications screen with a mouse. How cool is that?

Did you know you can put a whole game inside of a push notification pic.twitter.com/LlMx2AjvHH

The developer, Neil Sardesai, said that he ported this cloned version of Flappy Bird from PlayCanvas. For your information, PlayCanvas is a WebGL game engine that allows certain games to be played on Internet browsers. In fact, you could play Flappy Bird that way on this website.

It's quite interesting to see something like this, and it makes you wonder what other games can be ported to the notifications screen. Is there a game you would like to see ported? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Developers invited to create apps for Hong Meng OS as US firms find loopholes to work with Huawei

The biggest problem with launching a phone OS is not the technical bits but rather the building of the ecosystem. The OS would not be successful without apps on it and Huawei definitely sees this. As a step to overcome the problem, the Chinese manufacturer invites partners and developers to join the “Ark of Friends Circle” to help build a “fair, open, healthy and win-win” ecosystem. Huawei’s Ark Compiler is set to be officially open source starting this August.

Meanwhile in the US, many companies have found ways to work around the Huawei ban. US based Micron Technologies have found that they could legally sell some of their products to Huawei as long as not more than 25% of the parts of the product are not American. Other companies have been working on a solution to prevent their products to be labelled as “American made” such as selling through other companies or moving their production companies to other countries.

The effects of the ban looks bad for both US firms and Huawei. Huawei CEO has told Google that the company may be losing about 800 million users as consequence of Huawei leaving Android. That’s a pretty large user base to lose. Huawei’s Hong Meng OS is set to be launched this October and it is reported that the Chinese manufacturer has sent out a million devices to be tested. So what do you think of the effects of the Huawei ban in the US? Keep up with the latest Huawei news and updates on TechNave.com!


Devices with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ could still launch next month

The news of Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ getting delayed to H2 2022 only came out last week. However, the wait might shorten as the latest report tells us that smartphones with the chip could launch as early as next month.

Tipster Yogesh Brar is the one who shared the good news on Twitter. Not only that, but Brar also mentioned that the last batch of phones with the Snapdragon 888 and Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 would arrive by early July. It's because the companies want to be devoted to the products with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+.

Surprisingly, the tipster has also pointed out few devices coming with the chip. There are around six to eight phones, and these include the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold4, OnePlus 10 Ultra, Vivo X80 Pro+, Motorola Frontier, and possibly the Xiaomi 12 Ultra. If you still have no clue, the upcoming Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ is manufactured by TSMC and would offer better thermals than the predecessor.

Could next month really be the time for us to witness the power of the new flagship Snapdragon chip? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel about this! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech news.


DiGi Announce LTE-enabled BlackBerry Z10 From RM1039

The BlackBerry Z10 actually comes in LTE-enabled and non-LTE enabled versions. While other major postpaid telcos are offering the non-LTE BlackBerry Z10, DiGi is probably the first to offer the LTE-enabled BlackBerry Z10. For us, it's a bit strange considering DiGi don't yet have an LTE service of their own up just yet, but its not as if DiGi haven't released other LTE devices before either (this includes the Nokia Lumia 920, BlackBery Q10, Sony Xperia Z, HTC One, HTC Butterfly). For now, you can get the LTE-enabled BlackBeery Z10 at RM2288 on retail but with the various DiGi packages you can get the smartphone from as low as RM1039 on a 24-month contract. Check out the full details in the table below:

While we're hoping this is a sign DiGi's LTE service is coming soon, you can always check out our other DiGi Telco plans here. If you need more information regarding this LTE-enabled BlackBerry Z10 deal go to the Digi site.


DiGi Announces 4G LTE Services

It took a bit longer than we thought but better late than never as DiGi finally announce their 4G LTE network services. This time around, DiGi are offering a more complete set of services including 4G LTE Broadband for their subscribers with LTE Phones and Tablet users who are using DiGiNet+ SIM cards and those willing to buy their own modem. Strangely enough, DiGi aren't offering their own 4G LTE modem but have provided a list of compatible devices here. The price breakdown is as follows:

DiGi are offering downloads of up to 30Mbps and uploads of up to 15Mbps. For those with LTE phones they will also cover 1800MHz (Band 3) and 2600MHz (Band 7) frequencies. In general, coverage is so far rather light, with most of it mostly in the Klang Valley and KL. Check out their DiGi Coverage map here. If you don't have coverage but want it, you can register your interest at the site as well.For more information regarding DiGi's 4G LTE go to their site but if you're looking for other DiGi Telco deals click here.


DiGi Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus midnight launch venues listed

While we've already covered the various Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus bundles available for DiGi, they have also revealed where they are going to launch the smartphones as well. Like the other Malaysian Telcos, the DiGi launch will happen at 12.00am tonight at various locations in Malaysia. This includes the DiGi stores at Paradigm Mall in Petaling Jaya, Taman Molek in Johor Bahru, Api-Api in Kota Kinabalu, Jalan Kulas Tengah in Kuching, Pulau Tikus and Jalan Tun Ismail in Kuantan, Pahang. Check out the DiGi site for a full address list and directions complete with map (via Google Maps) for more information.


DiGi Cuts Samsung Galaxy S4 and HTC One Zero Contract Price!

After just two weeks or so of offering top smartphones like the Samsung Galaxy S4 and HTC One on Zero Contract at subsidized prices, DiGi are slashing the prices for these two top smartphones by about RM100 or so. While the Samsung Galaxy S4 was initially offered at RM1883 DiGi is now offering it from as low as RM1773 while the HTC One is dropping from RM1953 to as low as RM1843 on Zero Contract. Contracted plans for 24-months have also received a price cut which you can see in the table below:

Click "Digi Samsung Galaxy S4 plan" and "Digi HTC One plan" for more information. Check out detailed information at the DiGi Samsung Galaxy S4 site and the HTC One site but if you're looking for more DiGi Telco plans click here.


DiGi Drops Samsung Galaxy Note II Price to RM1259 After Rebates

With Samsung churning out new models almost daily, it was bound to happen eventually and therefore DiGi has announced the Samsung Galaxy Note II at a very much decreased price with their new DG Smart Plan 88. When the Samsung Galaxy Note II first came out it retailed at a pretty high RM2299 so this price drop is a little bit more than RM1000 but according to DiGi you save about RM740 on the Galaxy Note II based on the retail price of RM1999. This savings is based on the DG Smart Plan 88 for a contract of 24 months. After a closer look at it, instead of lowering the initial upfront there is a marked decrease in monthly payments thanks to more rebates. Looking at it in the long term, it all balances out in the end, so it is more a case of preference and those who don't mind spending a little more in the beginning. If you're on the move and need a bit more data then you can opt for the DG Smart Special bundle at RM148/month which allows you to pick up the Samsung Galaxy Note II for just RM999. Existing 12 month or more DiGi Postpaid customers don't need to pay the advance payment. For a quick look at the numbers check out our table below:

You can see the full details for this plan here. In addition to this DiGi are also including FREE Next Day delivery and for those who purchase online you can also get a FREE Samsung Bluetooth Headset. For a refresher on the tech specs of the Samsung Galaxy Note II tech specs at Mobile Mega Mall, click here. You can also click here to see all of the DiGi telco plans at Mobile Mega Mall. Check back with us regularly as we'll continue to keep a close watch on telco plan and device promotions in Malaysia.


DiGi Expands DG Smart Plan 148 for Malaysia

A couple of weeks ago, DiGi introduced their DG Smart Plan 58 and DG Smart Plan 88 for postpaid users looking to get a more affordable data plan. Now, they are expanding this lineup with their premium offer, the DG Smart Plan 148. Going for RM148 per month the plan offers 6GB of data in the form of 3GB Mobile Internet Quota and 3GB worth of Smart Apps Quota (Facebook, Twitter and Whatsapp). The plan also includes 600 minutes of free calls and 600 free SMS to all networks. Due to the higher monthly fees, the call charges have been reduced compared to the other two plans.For the full details regarding the DG Smart Plans, check out the table below:

DiGi also offers the Smart Plan 148 with a number of devices including the HTC Butterfly, the Sony Xperia Z, the Samsung Galaxy S III and the Samsung Galaxy Note II. As always, you can check out our various DiGi telco plans here and the DG Smart Plan 148 details at the DiGi site.[Source]


A crypto scam app found on Apple App Store had been around for months

Some people may think that the Apple App Store is a lot more secure than other platforms. Of course, no system is flawless. In fact, someone recently found a scam app on the App Store, one that was disguising itself as a mobile game.

According to Kosta Eleftheriou (FlickType founder), the scam app looks to be a platform game for children at first glance. However, it turns into an online casino if you set your VPN server to Turkey. This fake online casino gives victims the option to pay using a credit card or using cryptocurrency. They can even deposit a sum for a bonus payout. Of course, victims never get their money back as it's a scam.

But since the scammers are not using Apple’s IAP, and an online casino could just be a website, why are they even going through the App Store?To take advantage of people’s misplaced trust due to Apple’s “Security! Privacy!” marketing.In fact, this *is* just a web view! pic.twitter.com/LqKHpSOw74

Let's leave the VPN to Turkey part aside for now. The scary thing for everyone is that this app has been on the Apple App Store for months, even getting several updates within that time. It's no longer there, but this case proves that Apple's app review process isn't as good as some people think it is.

Of course, this isn't something that happens often, but it's best to be careful whenever you download an app from a developer that isn't well-known. With that said, have you encountered any shady apps like these? For more news like this, stay tuned to TechNave.


DiGi, Hotlink, Maxis and U Mobile users can now purchase and pay in Huawei AppGallery

Today, Huawei Malaysia has announced that its very own official Android app, Huawei AppGallery can now accept bill payments from DiGi, Hotlink, Maxis, and U Mobile. This new partnership between the companies offers subscribers of the respective telcos the ability to purchase digital content conveniently for things such as buying in-game items and others via the Huawei AppGallery.

Aside from being able to purchase a wide range of in-app products from various games, customers can also purchase customized themes which can then be paid through their monthly phone bills online. According to the information from the company, it seems that only postpaid users of DiGi, Maxis and U Mobile can perform this, while only Hotlink prepaid users can pay using prepaid credit from topups.

In addition, Huawei smartphone users who do so can also enjoy rewards, discounts and offers from Lazada, Starbucks and many more as well, as long as they purchase any in-app purchases of games from the AppGallery Carnival Collection or any themes of Carnival Themes collection via the Huawei Themes App. There's also the chance to win a Huawei Mate 20 Pro or entry to the Huawei VIP Christmas gathering with the Huawei AppGallery Carnival.

The Huawei AppGallery Carnival is currently available until 31 December 2018, so don't miss this chance if you have the Huawei AppGallery which is only exclusive to Huawei devices! Stay tuned for more Huawei news at TechNave.com.


DiGi Lowers Samsung Galaxy S III to RM399

As we get closer and closer to the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV launch date, it was inevitable that prices for the previous version, the Samsung Galaxy S III would drop. However, we didn't think that it would drop this soon or this low as DiGi is now offering the Samsung Galaxy S III for RM399 under their DG Smart Plan 148 with a 24 month contract. In addition to dropping the S III's price, DiGi have also done the same for the HTC One X and the LG Nexus 4. Now all three of the devices are priced the same for the DG Smart Plan 58, DG Smart Plan 88 and DG Smart Plan 148. Check out all the details in the table below:

While all three smartphones are older, they each still pack a punch and should be more than enough for most needs. For more information you can go to the DiGi site, but for more Telco plans click here.


DiGi Offering "Google" Smartphones Contract-Free

If you were wishing for a Samsung Galaxy S4, LG Nexus 4, Sony Xperia Z or HTC One without any contract but still at a subsidized price, then DiGi is the first telco to offer this type of deal. Covering four of the major smartphones in Malaysia, another thing setting them apart is that they all offer Google Edition versions although, we're pretty sure you won't get the Google Edition if you buy any of them except for the LG Nexus 4. While you won't be contracted for 12 or 24 months you will be signed on with a DG SmartPlan 58 but you can terminate the plan anytime without any early termination fee. In addition to this you will also get two months monthly fee waived. For more details on pricing check out the table below:

Click here for more DiGi telco deals but for more information about this deal check out the respective Zero Contract plans at the LG Nexus 4, Samsung Galaxy S4, Sony Xperia Z and HTC One DiGi sites.


DiGi Offers Alcatel One Touch Glory 2S FREE for Pakej Komunikasi Belia in Malaysia

The Pakej Komunikasi Belia announced a couple of months back by the government shined a little monetary relief on all the Youth (who qualified) looking to get a new smartphone. Now, under this package DiGi is offering a FREE smartphone and a customized Prepaid data plan all for RM50. The smartphone in question is the Alcatel One Touch Glory 2S which has the following features:

For most of us who already own a smartphone, the Alcatel One Touch Glory 2S specs are quite low. However, bear in mind that this smartphone was produced in 2013 (it even has Bluetooth 4.0 support) and should provide a good introduction for those Youths who have never owned a smartphone and are just starting work as it has built-in Facebook and Twitter apps. In addition to this, the smartphone is FREE. All you need to do is qualify for the Pakej Komunikasi Belia and pay RM50 for the DG Prepaid Smart Plan (SKMM Edition). The plan is also only available to new subscribers but all this means is getting a new DiGi Prepaid number (you also get 3 months worth of validity).See the table below for a breakdown of the DG Prepaid Smart Plan (SKMM Edition):

It seems strange that there isn't any bundled free MMS but the extra 1.5GB worth of Internet (via Turbo 3G) should make up for it. It also comes with a FREE 2GB memory card just to sweeten the deal. For more information regarding our DiGi telco plans click here but for information regarding this deal visit the DiGi site.


DiGi Opens Pre-orders for Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV

We've all been waiting for the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV to make its appearance in Malaysia and fortunately that wait may soon be over. DiGi is one of the first telcos to offer a pre-order registration for when the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV will hit Malaysian shores (or at least when DiGi gets their hands on their first shipment) which would be 20 April 2013. For now, you can register your interest in getting the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV under a DiGi contract or deal by filling up your particulars here. There is no mention of any deals or incentives or even how much the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV may cost under DiGi but if you're done waiting, then this is probably the first Malaysian outlet to go to, at least for now. We also have other DiGi telco plans as well which you can see by clicking here.


DiGi Postpaid Simple now offering Alcatel One Touch Scribe Easy

DiGi recently added a new device to their Postpaid Simple plan packages in the form of the Alcatel One Touch Scribe Easy. This entry-level phablet should make a perfect device for those who want a smartphone with a larger screen and is available for free with the Postpaid Simple plan on a 24 month contract at RM50 a month plus a Mobile Internet plan. Check out the full details in the table below:

Check out our Alcatel One Touch Scribe Easy plan comparison tool for a quick and comprehensive listing of other available telco plans for the phablet. If you need more information about this DiGi deal check out the main site or alternatively you can also check out our other DiGi plans as well.


DiGi Registration of Interest page up for Samsung Galaxy S5

While the Samsung Galaxy S5 is expected to arrive in Malaysia sometime in April, DiGi have already opened up a Registration of Interest page for the flagship Samsung smartphone. Being quite careful this time around, DiGi's teaser doesn't reveal much more than the tech specs that we already know. The only clues visible is that the DiGi page only covers three of the four colours. These include Charcoal Black, Electric Blue and Shimmery White. Perhaps Copper Gold may be offered differently. There is no news about pricing either (which was previously leaked unintentionally) and there are no details of any pre-order promotions either.[Source]


DiGi Releases New Postpaid Tablet Plans

In line with the rather meteoric rise of tablets in the PC market, DiGi has released a bunch new tablet-only postpaid plans. Initially these tablet-only plans started from RM15 a month for 500MB of data up to 2GB. However, now DiGi is offering plans up to 6GB a month from RM89 a month. They have even tossed in an extra incentive by offering 3 months worth of Evernote Premium access for free.According to the fine print, DiGi is offering 5 new postpaid tablet plans to all subscribers including new and existing DiGi subscribers. In a move to reward customer loyalty, existing customers will get an RM10 discount for each tier. As noted above, subscribers for the top tier plans like the Tablet 2GB and Tablet 6GB will get additional free Evernote Premium access for 3 months. This free Evernote Premium access will be given on a first come first serve basis, indicating that there are limited amounts for this promotional add-on.

Postpaid tablet plans for existing DiGi users

Go to DiGi for more information. For related DiGi Tablet plans check out our Telco plans such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and iPad 4.


DiGi Releases Postpaid Simple Plan at RM50 a Month

It is amazing how some telcos can complicate their freebies by placing limitations on their various free calls or free SMS. Sometimes you get charged differently for free SMS or calls on the same network or over a different network and sometimes you only get said freebies under other conditions. In a move to keep things simple, DiGi have introduced their DG Postpaid Simple plan where you get RM100 worth of free voice calls and SMS to any network. The plan still works like any other Postpaid plan with a monthly commitment and call or SMS rate but do check out the details in the table below:

As you can see from the table above, the plan does not come with any data quota but you can use it on a pay per usage rate of 10 sen per 10kb, which maxes out at RM240 a month. You can also add Internet Add-on at RM28 for 250MB of data and RM48 at 1GB of data. For more DiGi telco plans click here but if you need more information regarding this deal checkout the Digi site.


DiGi Releases Vintage Phone Plan ... April Fool's Prank A Little Too Soon

Checking out DiGi's website recently, we found that they had just released a Vintage Phones plan for the Motrola StarTac, the Ericsson SH888 and the Nokia 3310. In what is most likely an April Fool's ad supposed to have been released on Monday, which is 1st of April or April Fool's day, this Vintage Phone plan gave us a nice little chuckle. For those of us who actually bought one of these phones when they first came out, we couldn't help but feel a little nostalgic.

Signs that the plan is probably fake include FREE 30GB Internet for all of the phones despite all of them not having Internet browsing capabilities, super high device prices and some rather sarcastic Features listings. We really got a kick out of some of the Features descriptions like the Awesome Snake game for the Nokia 3310 and the Real buttons you can press (obviously in reference to all the touchscreen smartphones that don't have real buttons) for the Motrola StarTac. Check out the full link here and enjoy DiGi's April Fool's day prank a little sooner than expected. If you were seriously looking for some DiGi telco plans check out all of the plans here at Mobile Mega Mall.


120Hz High Refresh Rate is the new standard of buying TVs for immersive movie and football match watching experiences

A home is usually not complete without an entertainment centre. For many young adults, a television in a living room (or bedroom) allows them not to only watch their favourite shows but also to play their video games in the comfort of their homes. In the current situation where most of us are spending more time at home, an immersive display is one of the entertainment aspects that we look for. Other than 1080p MeeTime video calling, Huawei is set to deliver one of the best displays you can ever find - the all-new HUAWEI Vision S Series with a 120Hz High Refresh Rate 4K Ultra High-Definition display.

In case you missed it, Huawei Malaysia will be hosting a live stream on 27 April 2021 to showcase a new smart TV. Not only is this a first attempt for the company to try on a different product apart from their smartphones, but Malaysia is also the first country outside of China to launch it. How exciting is that?

There are less than 5 days left before we get to see what Huawei Malaysia offers. But if you are reading this, you're probably curious about the features of the Vision S Series. Want to know more? Read on for the three features we think you should look out for!

Having a high refresh rate on your smartphone is all the rage nowadays, and current modern TVs are no exception. The Vision S TV features a 120Hz refresh rate, but how is that different from others with just a 60Hz refresh rate? The obvious answer - a lot of difference.

If you are new to the concept, allow us to explain. Refresh rate refers to how quickly media content on a screen panel refreshes. A 60Hz display refreshes 60 times per second, so a 120Hz display refreshes twice as fast at 120 times per second. This allows fast-paced scenes to look smoother instead of seeming like it is being "dragged" across the screen.

In other words, any action-packed movies and graphics intensive video games are perfect for the Vision S TV. Most smart TVs in the market come with a 60Hz refresh rate by default. That's not a bad thing, but having a 120Hz refresh rate is better for big screens.

On top of the 120Hz refresh rate, this smart TV also outputs video in 4K resolution. If you are a movie fan or a gamer, we think the Vision S TV can definitely keep up with your needs. With a colour accuracy of 92%, it is definitely capable of delivering an immersive entertainment experience when you watch the latest movies and TV series such as Godzilla vs Kong, Zack Synder's Justice League, Attack on Titan and many more for an immersive entertainment experience. It's also worth mentioning that there are two size variants - a 55 and 65-inch, which is large enough for most people.

Besides the 120Hz refresh rate and 4K UHD resolution, the Vision S TV also comes with Advanced Motion Estimation and Motion Compensation (MEMC) features. By combining all these technologies, you would have a more pleasing, smoother and clearer visual experience for your eyes. For example, if you're watching a football match or a car racing match, it would almost feel like you are there watching it live.

Of course, a visual experience wouldn't be complete without cinematic sound. The Vision S TV has four 10W speakers underneath the screen, which work in tandem to deliver decent audio quality. Due to the location of the speakers, audio is bounced off surfaces and travel around the living room. As a result, you don't need to set the TV to a higher volume.

Other than the visual experience, you shouldn’t miss out on the intelligent feature from the Huawei Vision S. It is the first TV in Malaysia with a camera that has the Huawei MeeTime Video Calling feature. From watching your favourite dramas and movies to immersing yourself in a video game, the Vision S TV can cater to your needs with the aforementioned high fashion tech features. That said, if you happen to be available on 27 April 2021, you should tune in for the online launch of the Huawei Vision S series at 7.30 PM.

The livestream event will be available on Huawei Malaysia's Facebook page or YouTube channel. In addition, every viewer stands a chance to win a Huawei Mate 40 Pro so all the more reason to watch it.

You can also stand a chance to win an online voucher that's worth up to RM484 (on a first-come-first-serve basis) when you join the voucher draw at the online HUAWEI Store from 7.30 pm – 8.30 pm on the same date. That's it, folks. Stay tuned for more trending tech happenings at TechNave.com.


A deeper look at Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge's new camera technology

With the recent released of the new Samsung Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge in Barcelona, we take  deeper look into Samsung's new Dual Pixel camera technology, and how have they improve and evolve in incredible ways. Although they aren't up in the same level as DSLR cameras, but this is a first for Samsung to use such technology in their smartphones. Fast shooting, overcoming different lighting conditions, Motion Panorama and Selfie Flash, this technology could very well give users an entirely new “phonetography” experience taken with the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge.

The technology of the Dual Pixel are usually found in high-end DSLR cameras, so what the technology does inside the S7 and S7 edge is that the image sensor is employed within the camera and splits every single pixel into two photodiodes for on-chip phase detection. This means that the autofocus performance is improved and faster by sending light from the lens to two image sensors separately to adjust the focus. Previously, the Galaxy S6 could only recognize 1% of image sensor pixels through the phase and contrast, right now, the new device can recognize 100%. In addition, the newest smartphone has a 56% increase in pixel size and 25% more brightness, which constantly produces much brighter and sharper images everytime.

Besides that, Samsung also introduced a new kind of panorama mode for the fans. Called the Motion Panorama, this feature allows the user to record movements while being photographed in panorama mode. This results the image like a motion video capture, as the user can just swipe the image or move the device a bit just to see the action inside the panorama image.

There's also the Hyperlapse mode, which can compress long hours and video recording into seconds. Not only that, it can automatically select frames for you with soft and stable images, adjust shooting speed based on the subject's movements (slow moving subjects becomes faster, and vice versa), as well as minimizing shakiness with the adaptive vDIS (Video Digital Image Stabilization) feature to produce the Hyperlapse video.

On the other hand, Samsung has not forgotten the self-expressive consumers. The device's front camera features a f1.7 lens to fully deliver bright and colourful selfies even in low light conditions. And with the new Selfie Flash feature, users can utilize the 5.1-inch AMOLED display of the phone as a camera flash to create a more contrast but softer light-emitting surface than the LED flash. Users are given the option as well to adjust the light intensity and direction in order to create a natural lighting effect to make their facial features more defined.

If you want to see more picture samples taken by both Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 edge, visit their official website to check it out. Also, as a friendly reminder, Samsung Malaysia plans to release the devices in Malaysia on 18 March next month. Malaysians can start pre-ordering the new Samsung smartphones on 7 March for four days (ending on 11 March) but there's no official word on the price tag yet. We will update you all as soon as we know, stay tuned for more news at TechNave!


DiGi Reveals Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV Pre-order from RM1199

While everyone else is still speculating on the price of the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV, DiGi have revealed that they may be in the know with a pre-order for the smartphone starting from RM1199. Granted this is a subsidized price under a 24 month contract for the DG SmartPlan 148. The point is that this subsidized price is dropped from an RRP of RM2199, about RM200 less from earlier estimates, RM100 lower than the HTC One under the same DiGi pre-order plan and even lower than the Singapore price (RM2450).As usual, DiGi also have the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV offered for their DG Smart Plan 88 and DG Smart Plan 58 at slightly higher subsidized smartphone prices but with monthly rebates. Check out the table below for more details:

DiGi has estimated the delivery for the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV to be around the last week of April 2013. For more DiGi telco plans click here, but if you'd like more details about this DiGi Pre-order click on the DiGi site.


DiGi WWWOW Awards 2015 calling for submissions

Past WWWOW Award winners, Christy Ng who won the accolade twice, in 2012 and recently in 2014, as well as James Lee who also won bragging rights at the awards last year, seen here posing for the camera in the lead up to this year’s awards. This year, the Digi WWWOW Awards will include new incentives to help winners take their winning ideas further through an incubator programme. One new selection will also be picked to receive investment from Digi as a joint business venture.

The DiGi WWWOW Awards 2015 is coming soon and the call for submissions as to those who are causing waves online has been made. This year the tagline is "Taking Ideas Further" with new incentives called the DiGi WWWOW Hangout and DiGi's Pick which will invest in a submitted idea. Winners of the DiGi WWWOW Awards will walk away with cash prizes of RM10000 and insider information from experts on various related industries. Check out the list of categories for the DiGi WWWOW Awards below and go to the site to make your submission:


DiGi Year-end deals include FREE Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One, Sony Xperia Z and more

With the end of the year 2013 looming ahead, DiGi are offering a number of smartphones that include the Samsung Galaxy Ace 3, Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro, Samsung Galaxy Note II, Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One, Sony Xperia Z and Sony Xperia C for FREE. The catch is that you have to sign up for either the DG SmartPlan 88 or DG SmartPlan 148 under a 24-month contract and pay RM5 for shipping. For more details check out the table below:

If you're looking for other options check out our Samsung Galaxy Grand Quattro, Samsung Galaxy Note II, Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One and Sony Xperia Z plan comparison tools. For more information regarding this deal check out the DiGi site. Alternatively, you can also check out our other DiGi Telco deals.


DiGi and Celcom open Apple iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina Display Registration of Interest

DiGi and Celcom have both opened up registration of interest (ROI) pages for the Apple iPad Air and Apple iPad mini with Retina Display. Both show teaser images and are likely for the 4G LTE Cellular versions of the two tablets. Unfortunately, the most important question of price isn't answered on either the DiGi ROI page or the Celcom ROI page. We expect the Malaysian pricing and release dates to reach us sometime before Christmas 2013 in December as this would be the most likely time for people to buy the tablet for a gift or present. In line with the previous Apple iPhone releases and pricing, we also expect the new Apple iPad Air and iPad mini with Retina Display pricing to be higher than before. For now, Celcom has announced that it would launch the Apple iPad Air bundles on 9 December 2013 but there are no details about the Apple iPad mini with Retina Display or from DiGi. Do head on over to either theDiGi ROI page or the Celcom Apple iPad Air ROI page and Celcom Apple iPad mini with Retina Display ROI page to register your interest with the telco of your choice.


DiGi and Tink Labs partnered up to provide a 'handy' solution for tourists in Malaysia

DiGi recently formed a partnership with Tink Labs Limited to bring to Malaysia, a mobile travel solution, called “handy”. So, what is, handy? It is a complete hospitality solution, that essentially, thru the use of a dedicated smartphone (which is provided as a free amenity in partnering hotels to guests), allows remote access to hotel services, localised city guides and travel facilities.

In Malaysia, it is powered by DiGi, which, thru the utilisation of its wide 4G Plus network, allows guests to stay connected with unlimited access to high-speed internet, local and international calls. These mobile devices, which are provided directly in partnering hotels’ rooms, eliminates the hassle of buying local SIMs or costly mobile data roaming.

Guests can utilise this device like their own smartphones, with the added benefit of accessing hotel services, and locating nearby tourist hotspots. handy is also connected to the hotel’s directory, hence, room service can be ordered before guests return, or even, make a call to the helpdesk when they’re out, and might need help asking for directions in the local language.

Praveen Rajan, DiGi’s Chief Digital Officer said, “Technology is increasingly playing a central role in the travel experience. Being able to communicate better with guests, connect them to their destinations, bringing personalisation, these conveniences that prioritise guests at a touch of a button can lead to an increase in brand loyalty.” He then added, “Through this partnership with Tink Labs, we are looking to enable progressive hoteliers to tap into a readily available solution that has proven to improve bottom lines, and unlock previously unexplored opportunities by better understanding guest behaviour, while providing them with a seamless digital experience throughout their stay.”

“With our custom Android software and app drawer coupled with high-speed connectivity provided by DiGi, tourists can experience what their travel destination has to offer with the click of a button. It is a fantastic tool that not only enhances guest satisfaction, but also drive incremental revenues for various travel experiences such as dining and spa outlets,” added Wong Yu Hsiang, Managing Director (Southeast Asia, Australia & New Zealand) of Tink Labs.

Already a common feature in most 4-star to 5-star hospitality establishments in Asian countries, Hong Kong and Singapore, handy devices are available exclusively with DiGi as the sole distributor in Malaysia. From now until 31 March 2017, DiGi will be providing an introductory offer for adoption of the 'handy' mobile hospitality solution. For more information and sign-up, please visit digi.my/handy.