Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo Review

Sony Ericsson has recently announced a mobile phone, called the Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo. The similarity of Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo with SE Vivaz ends with the form factor. The phone definitely looks cute and attractive. It may not be as dashing and high-end as Samsung Galaxy S II, which is also announced during the same period, but it definitely has its own sets of appeal. The handset fits well on your palm and you will surely like its semi-anodised finish along with easy to access key arrangement at the front and superb front facing camera. The cool ear piece and light sensor adds up to the benefits of the device.

The quality of the sensor is definitely much better than the usual VGA hardware devices that are available in plenty these days. Apart from that, the other furniture of the phone is nicely arranged as well. You can easily access the power or lock key in the right side of the phone, irrespective of the big screen display. Right under it, you can access the volume key to control the sound. In fact, you can easily adjust the volume by holding the phone to your ears.

The built of the phone is quite sturdy like the other handsets by Sony Ericsson. Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo looks strong with its plastic and chrome type covering. With its thin, 13mm body and curved two-tone back the Neo looks the part, but aside from its slick, albeit overly plasticky looks, little has changed since the Xperia X10 and it’s certainly not as stylish as the HTC Incredible S.

You will find three ports in the mobile phone for diverse functionalities such as mini HDMI out connection, 3.5mm headphone jack and a microUSB connection port. It is expected that Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo also loads a cable to support functionality of its HDMI port so that you can stream high quality High Definition movies directly on your television screen.

The display of SOny Ericsson XPERIA Neo is a big highlight. The size of the screen is quite big at 3.7 inches and being a LED backlit LCD capacitive touch screen, it is going to provide a superb experience to the users. The colour visibility of the phone is 16 millions and its resolution is 480 x 854 pixels. It also loads the Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine, which ensures the experience of watching movies or videos over the phone will be immaculate. Other major highlights of the display includes scratch resistant surface, multi touch input method, proximity sensor for auto turn off, accelerometer sensor for UI auto rotate, and Timescape™ UI.

The storage capacity is very crucial for the smart phones because the number of features and applications are quite high. SOny Ericsson XPERIA Neo is a sophisticated smart phone and hence it needs good storage capacity and Sony Ericsson does not disappoint in this aspect. The device is equipped with a 320 MB internal memory and a microSD™ card slot that can load memory up to 32 GB. As the internal memory is not big enough, the phone comes with a 8 GB memory card that will be included within the package.

Do you want to know what the biggest highlight of the phone is after its excellent display features, then it has to be the camera. Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo loads an 8 mega pixel snapper that is capable to click images at 3264 x 2448 pixels resolution along with high end features such as LED flash, auto focus, touch focus, geo tagging, face and smile detection and video calling. The features of the camera are no less than a decent digital camera. It can also record high quality videos at 720p @30 fps with video light and continuous auto focus. Therefore, the experience of both still photography and video recording is awesome.

If you liked the excellent features of Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo’s camera, then the other multimedia features like music and video players will also impress you. The music player can play diverse music files such as MP3/ WMA/ WAV/ eAAC+; while there is a video playback that can stream MP4/H.264/WMV. There is Stereo FM radio with RDS for added advantage to the music lovers, while you can connect the handset to the TV via HDMI port to enjoy HD quality video on big screen.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA Neo is powered by Android™ v2.3 Gingerbread and Qualcomm MSM8255 Snapdragon 1 GHz processor. Along with that the availability of HSDPA and Wi-Fi® 802.11 b/g/n makes sure that the experience over the phone will be quite fast and easy.

We’re impressed with the Neo, sure the design is very last year and the screen feels a little small, but it’s well built and equipped with the latest version of Android with some user-friendly Sony Ericsson additions. It’s a well-featured handset too, with a good 8-megapixel camera, DLNA and HDMI, great features for a phone for available in the market.


Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo V Malaysia Review

Another smart phone from Sony Ericsson promising high performance and reliability is Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo V. It is nothing but a heavily loaded Android smartphone.

The phone is having stylish looks with its sleek and super cool thin design. The dimension is a 116 X 57 X 13 mm and it weighs just a 126 grams. The new phone will have the advantage of a powerful 1GHz Scorpion processor with an Adreno 205 GPU, Qualcomm MSM8255 snapdragon .The operating system is an Android v2.3 Gingerbread.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo V supports various bands of 2G and 3G networks. The display of the phone is a 3.7 inch LED backlit LCD touch screen. It has a resolution of 480X854 pixels and 16 M colours. It will be backed by a Sony Mobile BRAVIA Engine enabled with a scratch resistance surface. There is an accelerometer for auto rotate in addition to the multi touch input facility. A proximity sensor for auto turnoff and Timescape UI is also present.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo V has a built in 5 Mega Pixel camera with a 2592 X 1944 pixel resolution. It has an auto focus feature and also an LED flash. Other image capturing and editing features include a touch focus facility, geo tagging, face and smile detection etc. A 3D sweep panorama is also present. The front camera in the new Sony Ericsson mobile is a VGA enabling the video call option in the phone. The rear camera can be used for recording videos with high quality and clarity with continuous autofocus and a video light. The videos thus recorded will be of a [email protected] fps.

The connectivity of Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo V is very well set. It has an active GPRS combined with EDGE technology. A Bluetooth device is also present. The micro USB is a version 2.0. The main advantage of the device is that it can be used to access the internet with high speed. The speed can reach up to a 7.2 Mbps in HSDPA and up to 5.76 Mbps in HSUPA.

The new Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo V mobile is generous with its vast memory storage space. It has onboard memory storage of a 320 MB and with a microSD it offers up to 32GB data storage. RAM capacity is 512 MB. The company offers a 2GB for free with the purchase.

The new Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo V mobile has an excellent power management system with an efficient Li-Po 1500 MAH standard battery. We tested the gadget and reported that the talk time was 6:55 hours and the standby time was 430 hours (both in 2G); in 3G the talk time was 7 hours and standby time was up to 400 hours. The smartphone succeeded in playing music continuously for 31 hours.


Sony Ericsson Xperia Nozomi Price in Malaysia, Specs & Rumors

Sony Ericsson Xperia Nozomi rumors will be available by early 2012. The  Sony Ericsson Xperia Nozomi price in Malaysia is yet to be annouce.


Sony Ericsson Xperia Play Review

The Sony Ericsson Xperia Play is different to any other phone on the market and to me is a magical little device. Thanks to the iPhone, mobile gaming is massive now. Games like Angry Birds have made mobile gaming big business and the best way to spend your time when on the train.This is the much-fabled 'Playstation Phone' that everyone dreamt about and gives Sony an edge over all their rivals by putting their PlayStation brand with the Xperia line. What you get is a great phone and a great gaming experience all in one.

The Play is very comfortable and the slide-out joypad is brilliant. They have the iconic PlayStation controls and are so comfortable to play with. You get the D-pad button on the left and the four iconic PS buttons (circle, square, triangle, and cross) on the right. The L and R buttons sit on the shoulder and are probably the most uncomfortable part of this gaming experience but even they aren't that bad and you get used to them really quickly.On the bottom right you have the start and select buttons with, intriguingly, two touch-sensitive pads in the centre that act as analogue controls. For such a tightly knit package of controls, the lay-out is perfect and I can't stress how comfortable it feels to play games on this device.Sony Ericsson have really put thought into the design and made sure that the gaming experience you're used to on your Xperia Play is as close to the home PlayStation experience as you can get. I managed to play Asphalt, The Sims 3 and some Star Fox like 3D game. Some of the graphics were fantastic and although I had some lag on Asphalt, the gaming experience was fun.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Play - Display and Camera:

The display is fantastic. The Play comes with a decent 5.1 MP camera and games look clear and sharp on the 4 inch screen with a with a resolution of 854x480 pixels. While that not be up there with the iPhone 'Retina display' it's still very very good and you'll be impressed when looking at pictures and videos due to the vibrant colours.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Play - Performance:

The Play has a 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, a Qualcomm Adreno 205 GPU that handles the graphics and 512MB of RAM. I didn't see too much lag when playing etc. but this isn't the fastest processor and with the Tegra 2 on the horizon might become quite dated, quite quickly. However this might be down to Sony Ericsson trying to be clever.I think the Play will launch Sony Ericsson's mobile-gaming offering to get us warmed up and then hit us with a beast-like phone with more memory and a faster processor to handle top-end games as the Playstation Suite builds.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Play - PlayStation Suite / Software:

The phone runs on Android 2.3 Gingerbread which is fantastic but not too different to the skin on any of the other Sony Ericsson devices (ie Arc, Neo and Pro). But this particular phone has access to the secret garden, the PlayStation Suite.

An online game/app store for Android. Only phones that are PlayStation certified will be given access but that means the Play is the first device that has access to this 'Willy Wonka' style games factory. In the PlayStation suite you'll be able to download PSP and PSOne games plus any other game specially made for the store.If the Suite is as good as I think it will be then this could spell the end of portable gaming devices in a few years. Sure, the 3DS and NGP are incredible devices but if you have a phone that entertains you enough with games and a PS3 at home, would you carry a 3DS too? Unlikely.The Xperia Play will come with the classic Crash Bandicoot (from the PSOne) and I believe at least six games will be available on launch including FIFA 10, Asphalt and the Sims 3.Conclusion:

This phone is a thing of beauty. Many have tried to merge the worlds of mobiles and gaming but this will be the first time that it's worked, and not as an after-thought like the iPhone or Android (harsh I know).The phone itself is fantastic and Sony Ericsson deserve plaudits for making such a device but it's success will hang on whether the PlayStation Suite delivers great games and a good user experience.


Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro Review

Sony’s latest incarnation the Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro has finally entered UK shores with the latest Android version Gingerbread onboard along with a sleek QWERTY keyboard to eradicate all typing hassles.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro - Design & Display:

Weighing just 142 grams, the handset integrates a vibrant LED-backlit LCD capacitive touchscreen that’s entirely Scratch-resistant, but most crucially has the Sony’s latest Mobile BRAVIA Engine built in. Numerous mobile phone reviews claim that the BRAVIA engine does an exceptional job of making every picture or video look vibrant on the 3.7 inch display. While LED technology hasn’t evolved enough to be counted amongst Super AMOLED display’s, but the Pro has certainly closed out the gap. The Pro also features a Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, enhanced Multi-touch input method and the innovative Timescape UI for the display.

Next on the list of features is the long awaited EXMOR camera sensor. The Xperia Pro integrates a professional quality 8 MP Autofocus camera that features dedicated LED flash, video calling, geo-tagging, face and smile detection and continuous touch focus. Incidentally, the 8MP optic can take quality [email protected] with video light and continuous autofocus enabled. Besides, still images can be shot at a maximum resolution of 3264 x 2448 pixels.

One of the most impressive bits about the Xperia Pro is that it’s powered by the highly acclaimed 1 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor. The multitasking on the Pro is a breeze. Besides, the processor get’s further aided via the built in 512 MB of RAM.

Connectivity wise, their simply isn’t any option that this Quadband Smartphone’s does not enclose. The Pro comes embedded with GPRS, EDGE, 3G (HSDPA and HSUPA), Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n with DLNA and hotspot facility, Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP and micro USB 2.0. What’s more, Sony has provided a front facing camera on the Pro that can now be utilized for video calling over 3G networks.

The Pro will be available in the vibrant colors of Black, Silver and Red. The latest Gingerbread OS installed on the Xperia Pro brings in innovative features such as Push Email, IM, Java with MIDP emulator support, enhanced SNS integration, Organizer, TrackID music recognition, Voice memo/dial/commands, Predictive text input, Office Suite Pro document viewer/editor and the latest Adobe Flash 10.1 support.

Conclusion:If the Sony Ericsson Xperia Pro's slide-out keyboard proves comfortable, it could be the first Android smart phone to really sock it to the BlackBerry in terms of productivity potential.


Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray Review

After the big names like Nokia announced of N9 smartphone, we have a major update from Sony Ericsson. One would be expecting the higher end version of Sony Xperia but unfortunately Sony goes for mid-range Xperia Ray.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray - Features & Processor:

Sony Ericsson ST18i or Sony Ericsson Urushi refers to the handset Sony Xperia Ray. From the front it’s a 3G mobile phone running on Android 2.3 Gingerbread operating system with quite a good number of features with beautiful design. Its powered with 1 Ghz Scorpion processor, Adreno 205 GPU with Snapdragon chipset.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray - Display Screen:

What I like about Xperia Ray is the resolution of its screen which was displaying much sharper by BRAVIA mobile engine. It has got 3.3 inches screen with full touchscreen support providing you with FWVGA resolution of 854×480 pixels. Provided to that you would see Accelerometer sensor for auto rotate, multi-touch input method, proximity sensor for auto turn off and scratch resistant display.

I have been a fan of Sony Ericsson phone based cameras and they are the best in the world since many years. Xperia Ray too continues with same tradition and it has got impressive 8 megapixel camera with a focal length of 2.4 aperture. Now then you can guess that 8 Megapixel in Sony Ericsson is somewhat like 10 Megapixel in Nokia or other smartphones. It does have a secondary camera on the front for video calling. The camera has got other features like auto focus, LED flash, touch focus, geo tagging with face detection and image stabilization. Obviously you would be able to record 720p videos with great quality.

Sony Ericsson Xperia Ray - Memory, Multimedia & Others:

It comes with a GPS support it can provide you navigation support. You are provided with 4 GB included memory and it can be expandable to 32GB through the external provided micro SD card. Provided with Bluetooth, WiFi, WiFi hostspot and and with micro USB v 2.0 as the connectivity options. The entertainment through this mobile is extended with MP4, H.263, H.264 player support and for that you can connect your universal accepted headphones. For radio enthusiastic it has got FM Radio with RDS support.

It’s provided with a standard Lithium ion battery of 1500 mAh power which can provide you a standby time of 430 hours in 2G and up to 440 hours in 3G usage. The talk time with the same battery comes to 7 hours in 2G and 7 hours in 3G too. You can continuously play the music for almost one and a half day.


4000mAh mid-range Huawei Y7 Prime smartphone will be on sale for RM999 on 7 July 2017

Today, Huawei Malaysia has announced that they are bringing in the Huawei Y7 Prime which was released in China on 7 June 2017. Slated for the price of RM999 only, customers who purchase the mid-range phone in any Huawei Experience Stores will also get a free RM5 KFC voucher (for each purchase) and also entitled a HappY365 mini speaker promotion. Below is the official specification:

Coming in Gold and Black, the main highlight of the phone is the huge 4000 mAh battery which could probably last you the whole day on average usage. The camera doesn’t seem that bad too since it has a 1.25µm pixel installed, allowing it to take in more light in low-light environments.

For more information, kindly head over to their website here or their Facebook page. Stay tuned for more Huawei Malaysia news at TechNave.com.


Apple Independent Repair Provider Program coming to Malaysia

If you have an older iPhone, chances are you don't want it to break down. It's hard to get older models repaired and there are only so many Apple authorised repair shops in Malaysia, so it could take time for them to fix your phone. Hopefully, that will change now that the Independent Repair Provider Program is going global.

Yesterday, Apple announced that the program would soon be available in more than 200 countries. And yes, Malaysia is included in the expansion plans this time. Specifically, shops in Malaysia can apply to be added to the program starting next week. Of course, the shop must have or train up an Apple-certified technician.

For those who are unaware, the program allows independent shops to have access to the same resources that Apple's Authorised Service Providers have. This includes tools, genuine parts, repair manuals, and diagnostics. Besides the need for a certified technician, there are no other major requirements. You can find out more from this site here.

The certification exam is free for those who join the program, so you might want to consider it if you have a repair shop. Having said that, would you rather repair your old iPhone model or buy a new one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro Review

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro manages to pack loads of features into an eye-squintingly small package, just like its sibling, the Xperia X10 Mini. But the Mini Pro adds a slide-out Qwerty keyboard, making it the most usable miniature smart phone.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro – Features:

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro mobile phone offers the superb combination of excellent touch screen features and the power of full QWERTY keyboard. The handset also brings in the Timescape application by the help of which you can combine your entire messages and social networks into one place. The home screen widgets are customizable for the easy access of the users. Apart from the default widgets, the users can also download new applications from the Android market. The SE XPERIA X10 Mini Pro runs on Android 1.6 and provides some amazing list of features. Some of the major highlights of the mobile phone include 2.55 inches touch screen, 5 mega pixel camera, up to 16 GB memory support, A-GPS support, standard Li-Po battery, etc.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro – Network:No matter with what features and specifications a mobile phone comes with, it must bring in good network support. Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro is supportive of both 2G and 3G networks. With 2G, it supports the quad band GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900; while with 3G it supports the HSDPA 900 / 2100. In terms of connectivity, there are Class 10 GPRS and Class EDGE that provides the speed of 32 - 48 kbps and 236.8 kbps respectively. Solid browsing speed is assured as HSDPA 3G comes into action along with Wi Fi.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro – Connectivity:

Transferring data is also crucial in today's time. It has become common that the users of the mobile phone transfers music, videos, games and other files to other compatible handsets by using superior connectivity options. XPERIA X10 Mini Pro, therefore, features Bluetooth® and USB for easy and fast data transfers.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro – Memory:Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro packs a decent storage capacity as the handset is capable of storing lots of data. The internal memory of the mobile phone is 128 MB that can store practically unlimited entries of call records and phone book. In addition to that, the handset offers an expandable memory option that supports storage capacity up to 16 GB. At the time of purchase, you will get 2 GB memory for free.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro – Design:Generally, it is difficult to differentiate between the look of XPERIA X10 Mini and XPERIA X10 Mini Pro. The only difference lies in the fact that Mini Pro combines QWERTY keyboard along with the touch screen display. If you are looking for a mobile phone that is portable and features the combination of QWERTY and touch screen, then opting for the X10 XPERIA Mini Pro is a good choice. The handset weighs just 120 grams and its measurements are 90 x 52 x 17 mm. Therefore, XPERIA X10 Mini Pro is easy to carry.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro – Display:Now, let’s check out the display aspects of the mobile phone. The size of the screen is 2.55 inches, and it is a TFT touch screen that displays 256,000 colours and a resolution of 240 x 320 pixels. Other essential features of the display are inclusive of Timescape User Interface, scratch resistant surface, and accelerometer sensor for auto rotate. The display is viewed in the landscape mode and the phone slid opens to the right.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro – Camera:Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro is a high end smart phone, and it includes the best of features. Therefore, the expectation to feature a good camera automatically arises. On top of that, this is a Sony Ericsson product, which has several excellent camera enabled mobile phones into its credit. It brings in a 5 mega pixel camera that provides resolution of 2560 x 1920 pixels. Other highlights of the camera includes auto focus, LED flash, and geo tagging. Video recording is possible with the camera, but there is no secondary camera.

Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro - Multimedia & Others:The mobile phone also provides excellent options to listening music and watching videos. The built in music player is easy to control, and it is capable of playing different files such as MP3, eAAC+, WMA, and WAV, whereas the video playback is capable of playing MP4, H.263, H.264, and WMV files. In addition to that, there are other entertainment options like exciting games, Google talk, YouTube, etc. In fact, Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10 Mini Pro features all the Google applications such as Google search, Gmail, and Google Maps.

The tiny Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Pro packs a slide-out Qwerty keyboard, making it surprisingly usable, as long as you can bear the small screen. The power of Android makes the Mini Pro much more than just a novelty phone, but a more recent version of the operating system would have been welcome.


Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini Review

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini is truly a unique smartphone. With a form-factor unlike any other Android device, our final review is sure to be very interesting. So, check it out below!

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Design and Build Quality:The most striking aspect of the X10 Mini is definitely its design and size. You will not believe how tiny the device is till you see one and hold it. The phone is unbelievably small and can be mistaken for a toy phone.The phone measures at 83x50x16mm which means it’s very small but a tad bit thick for today’s standards. But the thickness is expected because they have to cram all the features in such a small body. The weight of the phone is 88 grams which is very little. You can put it in your pocket and forget that it’s there.The phone is mostly plastic but that does not compromise the build quality. Since the phone is a mono-block and has no moving portions, it is very well built. It feels solid and there are no creaks. But it does feel a bit toyish because of the lightness. The phone feels good in the hand however we think metal would have been splendid.The front is finished in glossy black which attracts a lot of fingerprints while the back cover has a rubberised matte finish which is fingerprint resistant. The phone is a bit tricky to hold even with the rubbery back surface due to it’s small size but you get used to it after a while.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Screen:The X10 Mini houses a 2.55” Capacitive touchscreen with 240*320 (QVGA) resolution. While it may not sound like much, the resolution is perfectly fine for a screen of that size.The screen may seem small especially to people who have gotten used to big touchscreens. Using the touchscreen is not a problem because Sony Ericsson have modified the interface to make maximum utilisation of available space. They call it the Four Corner UI. Navigating through the phone is not a problem and the capacitive screen makes it easier.There is a 65k colour limit because the X10 Mini runs on Android 1.6 but we guess it doesn’t make much of a difference on a small screen like this. Sunlight legibility isn’t good and you might have a hard time to get used to it. The proximity sensor above the display switches off the display when you put it next to your ear during a call so as to save battery and minimise mistypes.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Keys and Controls:The keys and controls on the X10 Mini are minimal with it being a full-touchscreen phone. There are three buttons below the display. From the left to the right-Menu key, Home key and Back key. These keys are well placed and have good feedback.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Operating System:

The Sony Ericsson X10 Mini runs on the Android 1.6 OS which is quite out-dated now. But Sony Ericsson has promised upgrades to version 2.1 by the end of 2010. Same is the case with the X10 and X10 Mini Pro models.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - User Interface:Sony Ericsson has optimised the interface to fit the smaller screen and making it more user friendly. They have also included the Timescape UI. There are no lags or so in the interface or while browsing through pictures etc thanks to the 600 MHz processor.Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Calls:The phonebook on the X10 Mini supports practically unlimited contacts. You can also add various details such as IM’s, addresses etc to each contact. The earpiece is quite clear but we feel it could have been louder. The ear piece position could have been improved slightly too since sometimes, we weren’t able to hear properly and had to move the phone here and there to get full proper audio. The loudspeaker too isn’t loud enough but it’s clear.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Messaging:Messaging isn’t quite a walk in the park as with other large touch screen phones. This is due to the lack of an on-screen QWERTY keyboard. The only way of text input is an on-screen regular keyboard. Well not that a QWERTY keyboard will fit the screen. So texting is quite a slow and irritating procedure.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Connectivity and Memory:Connectivity has not been compromised by the size. The X10 Mini comes with GPRS, EDGE, 3G, HSDPA, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP and micro-USB 2.0.There is an internal memory of 128MB which is expandable using micro-SD cards of upto 16GB. 2GB micro-SD card comes bundled in the package.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Music:The music player is pretty neat and good to look at but lacks in features. There are no equalizers or skins. The music player is pretty easy to use though. By default there are three playlists-newly added, most played and never played.The 3.5mm audio jack enables you to use your own headphones which have a 3.5mm jack. This means you don’t have to carry around an adaptor with you. The sound quality and loudness through the headphones is very good. The loudness isn’t as great through the speakers but the clarity remains good.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Video:As you guessed, videos are almost useless on the small screen especially with the shortcomings of the video player. The 2.55” screen means watching long videos will strain your eyes and give you headaches. It plays videos fine and browsing through the videos are quite easy too.But the number of formats supported is very limited. Popular formats such as DivX or XviD aren’t recognized. 3GP and MP4 files are the only kinds supported.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Camera and Video:This is one of the aspects of the X10 Mini that surprised us. It’s camera manages to produce good pictures. The X10 Mini comes with a 5 Megapixel camera with LED flash which takes pictures at a maximum resolution of 2592*1396 pixels. The pictures taken have good quality, colour reproduction and less noise.The camera interface is quite basic offering four modes of shooting- auto, macro, twilight and sports. You can turn the flash on/off and also switch between still and video modes.The flash is useless for low light photography but maybe used for Macro pictures etc. The videos recorded max out at VGA resolution (640*480) at 30 fps. Video light can be enabled as well. Video quality fails to impress as much as images as they are recorded in 3GP format and are compressed thus limiting the performance.Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini - Battery Life:The X10 Mini has a battery with a tiny 950 mAh capacity. The standby times of 285 hours for 2G and 360 hours for 3G seemed quite real. We got reasonable battery life from the device. It might be due to the fact that it powers a very small screen. Talk-times quoted by company say 4 hours under 2G and 3 hours 30 minutes under 3G.One of the problems is that the battery is non-removable and non user-replaceable. Thus you would have to take it to the service centre in case of any problems and unless it’s covered by warranty, you might be charged for the service. For a phone of the X10 mini’s size you can’t complain much.

Conclusion:The X10 mini is the world’s smallest Android phone and it gets full marks for the design. The UI has been optimized for the small screen pretty well.  Sony Ericsson has promised an update to Android 2.1 for the X10 range. Apart from a few minor issues the X10 Mini is certainly adorable if you are in the market for a compact smartphone. If typing is a concern then you can look at the X10 Mini Pro which we should be reviewing soon.


Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Review

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 is Sony Ericsson’s first foray into the world of the Android phone. The X10 would enter the market as a flagship product, so this is quite a unique occurrence in that Sony Ericsson has decided to move away from its UIQ Symbian flagship phones and try out something new.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 - Design & Build:

The paintjob on the back of the device will likely get scratches from repeated contact with wherever you put it down. Almost the entire front of the device is the screen itself, and a lot of care has to be taken so as not to crack or scratch the screen.

The power button and USB port is on the top of the device, while a volume toggle and the camera hotkey run down the right side of the device. The three buttons below the screen are mainly softkeys to navigate around the interface, so what we can surmise from this arrangement of buttons is that the USB port does double duty for charging the phone and also for any data transfer that you might want to do with your computer. The screen is four inches or 10 cm across diagonally, so that would make it the largest Android screen handset on the market right now.

The Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 comes with Android 1.6, which is also known as the Donut variation of the OS. Most of its competitors are launching Android 2.1 models right now, so this is rather outdated, and it is reflected in the occasional slow response of the device despite having the 1GHz Snapdragon processor inside.

The onscreen keyboard is a little small and it doesn’t respond to taps with a pen. One would have to aim the fingers very accurately to type something out. But the input is fairly decent, and the dictionary guesses the incomplete words pretty accurately so that would save a lot of typing once you get used to the short-forms that activate the longer word.

The camera comes with an 8.1 megapixel rating. The camera comes with the usual assortment of effects, but I did not like that most of the interface did not really respond to my touches and it did take a little concentration to actually press where you wanted to on the screen so as to get a response from the phone.

It was a devil of a task to try to find the setting to activate the flash. It wasn’t in the usual place and apparently it is activated from the advanced settings menu and the light stays on the entire time you are framing the shot. It serves to reason that the subject of the photo would be more than a little miffed at you after a while if you keep pointing the annoying bright light into his or her eyes.

Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 - Performance & Connectivity:

The 1Ghz allows the X10 to open application quickly. General navigation through the user interface is snappy and posting updates on Twitter and Facebook was very responsive, and an overall breeze. However, dreaded bottlenecks start to surface when attempting to run multiple applications simultaneously. This is mainly due to the smaller amount of available RAM.  This is a HSDPA 7.2 Mbps phone with HSUPA 2Mbps. It supports 3G and 802.11b/g WiFi. Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 - Battery Life:Sony claims that the X10's 1500mAh battery will provide 8 hours of talk time to users. With our review unit we found it difficult to get through a full day with only light use. With medium use, users will surely want to tap into a car charger during the day. With high use, making numerous phone calls, responding to many email messages, and using application and/or browsing, you'll need to use a car charger and a spare ad adapter at you desk. The very subpar battery life may only pertain to our particular unit.

While the device is with many of its specifications, the screen disappoints. Colors do look better than on devices such as the HTC EVO 4G, but the touch accuracy of the screen can be very frustrating, especially when typing long text messages and emails. The combination of the less-than-accurate screen, as well as Sony's finicky UI take away from the otherwise great effort from Sony Ericsson with the Xperia X10.


Sony Expo 2019 with product sharing sessions, first hands-on products and more happening at Mid Valley, Kuala Lumpur

If you are in Mid Valley today, there's a good chance that you were passing by the Sony Expo 2019 which has already started! The expo is opened publicly with a wide range of Sony products including the latest wireless headphones WF-1000XM3, as well as product sharing sessions that will be held on 28 August 2019.

Among the many Sony products, the Sony BRAVIA OLED 4K TV A9G which features a 4K HDR picture quality will be there at the Sony Experience booth, along with PlayStation rooms, PlayStation VR, Audio and Digital Imaging including the Sony Alpha, premium compact cameras, VLOG cameras and accessories, and One Signature Sound.

On top of that, the public will have a first hands-on experience on unreleased Sony technologies such as the AIBO robotic “puppy”, Sony cameras, Dolby Atmos soundbars and the Xperia 1 as well. Below is the time table list for each day at the Sony Expo 2019:

For more information on the Sony Expo 2019, you may visit the official Facebook page right here. Stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


Sony FDR-AX1 4K Handycam announced, first consumer 4K Handycam

Sony recently unveiled their first consumer 4K Handycam with the Sony FDR-AX1 4K Handycam. Granted, most of the 13MP smartphones packing a Snapdragon 800 processor can record 4K video as well but the 4K Handycam is aimed squarely at the professional with the ability to record 4K and HD movies in XAVC S format. This is done using MP4 AVC/H.264 Long GOP for video, Linear PCM for audio compression all saved in an MP4 file format. Tech specs for the 4K Handycam include a 4K (3840 x 2160) capable 1/2.3-type Exmore R CMOS image sensor, G Lens, 2 XQD memory card slots, HDMI 2.0 and 20x optical zoom. Features include Optical SteadyShot, up to 4 filter settings, 5 paint functions and more. As usual, no specific release dates for Malaysia but it is expected to arrive in October 2013 for around $4499.99 (RM14976).


Sony FDR-AXP55 Handycam announced for Malaysia with rest of 4K Spreader lineup

Sony Malaysia officially announced their new Sony 4K Spreader lineup with the Sony HDR-PJ675 full HD camcorder (RM3999) and FDR-AXP55 4K Handycam (RM5499) for Malaysia today. The FDR-AXP55 4K Handycam in particular offers a number of new features including a new ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T lens with 26.8mm wide-angle, 20x optical zoom, 30x Clear Image Zoom. 5-axis image stabilization and even a built-in 50lm projector with external input. The Sony HDR-PJ675 full HD camcorder on the other hand offers an advanced Balanced Optical SteadyShot with 5-axis Intelligent Active mode for blur free full HD video recording. Both are currently available in Malaysia.

Sony also announced an update to their current Action Cam with the Sony HDR-A550 Action Cam (RM1499). It offers 4K video recording complete with time-lapse and slow motion. The LIVE wrist mounted touchscreen controller is now detachable. The HDR-AS550 is currently available in Malaysia as well.

Stay tuned for the tech specs and features in a bit.


Sony FDR-AXP55 Review - Feature-filled 4K Handycam with awesome zoom

Earlier this month, Sony Malaysia released their new entry-level FDR-AXP55 4K Handycam priced at RM5499. We were able to get ourselves a review unit, and I've been using it for quite some time. It packs tech specs that include a large CMOS sensor, Zeiss Lens, 20x optical zoom, 30x clear image zoom, built-in projector and 5 axis image stabilisation with a balanced steady shot. With that being said, here is my full review of the Sony FDR-AXP55 4K Handycam.

*TechNave.com would like to thank Sony Malaysia for providing us with the Sony FDR-AXP55 4K Handycam for this review. It allowed us to do a more in-depth review and highlight more features.


Sony FDR-X3000R and HDR-AS300R Action Cams officially launched with 4K video recording and image stabilization

Sony Malaysia officially announced the FDR-X3000R and HDR-AS300R action cams featuring Balanced Optical SteadyShot (BOSS) image stabilization even in 4k and high speed recording modes. Waterproof up to 60m and featuring a new 1/2.5 type 8.2MP Exmor R sensor with BIONZ X processor and ZIESS wide-angle lens, the FDR-X300R is for the 4K video recorders while the HDR-AS300R offers full HD video recording. Both are mountable and work with the Live-View Remote which in turn allows you to control up to 5 cameras at a time.

Other details include the ability to capture 4K video recording at 100 Mbps, Full HD at 50Mbps in XAVC S and 120p in Full HD. The HDR-AS300R lets you shoot 120p in HD for impressive slow-motion footage while the stereo mic has Wind Noise Reduction as well. A number of accessories such as compact stabilizer and transforming tripod to monopod stick are also available. Both models and their accessories will be available in Sony stores in Malaysia from October 2016.


Sony FX3 release: 5-axis IBIS, XLR support, and more for RM18999

For professional videographers, the gear they use is important. But you've probably noticed that most professional camcorders are rather bulky. Fortunately, Sony has an alternative in the form of the new FX3 video camera.

The Sony FX3 combines the company's full-frame mirrorless and imaging technology. This results in a professional-class video camera that's more compact and portable. Its 10.2MP full-frame sensor allows it to footage in 4K/120P, 10-bit colour, and 16-bit RAW output over HDMI. Additionally, it has an extended ISO range of up to 409600.

All of this is in a body that measures 129.7 x 77.8 x 84.5 mm and weighs only 715g (battery included). Of course, portability isn't the Sony FX3's only highlight. The camera also comes with 5-axis in-body image stabilisation, compatibility with an XLR adapter, Real-time Eye AF, and more.

Sony has confirmed that the local retail price for the FX3 camera will be RM18999. However, it won't be available till May 2021. Having said that, would you be keen on spending that kind of money to upgrade your videos? Share your thoughts in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Sony FX6 release: Compact body, ultra-high ISO, and 4K/120P video recording for ~RM24558

Looking for a new professional video camera? Hold up for a bit because you might want to consider the new one that Sony just unveiled. The company has announced the upcoming release of the FX6 camera, a new model in the Cinema Line series for filmmakers and content creators.

According to Sony, the FX6 is packed with plenty of Sony's core technologies in digital imaging. For a video camera that's targeted at professionals, it's got a remarkably compact and lightweight design (the body is 890g) that makes it suitable for shooting videos on-the-go. Besides that, it has a 3.5-inch LCD Viewfinder, has two slots for CFexpress Type A cards, and comes with large heatsinks inside for good thermal management.

In terms of features, powering this camera is the 10.2MP full-frame back-illuminated Exmor R CMOS sensor and the BIONZ XR image processing engine. Another highlight feature is Fast Hybrid AF, which combines 627 focal plane AF points with Real-time Eye AF for tracking fast-moving subjects or objects. Other noteworthy specs include the 15+ stop wide dynamic range, an extendable ISO range of up to 409600, and 4K video recording at 120P.

Sony didn't confirm the price of the Sony FX6 camera in Malaysia, but we know that it's retailing in the US for USD 6000 (~RM24558) and will be available here in January 2021. As for lens compatibility, Sony has confirmed that the FX6 will be compatible with a wide range of E-mount lenses, including G Lenses. You can find out more about the new camera here.

So, what do you think of Sony's latest video camera? Is it something that will better fit your current needs? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Apple Launches iOS 7 : Many "New" Features

Apple has always been more about their optimized software or operating system than other smartphone or device makers, so it comes as no surprise that the main reveal of WWDC 2013 was iOS 7. Coming with many new features, the new operating system will be available in Q3 (probably around August), for Apple iPhone 5 users. Developers and those with access can download the beta through the developer portal. The iOS 7 operating system will be available to other devices such as:

The main features for iOS 7 are listed below:

Flatter Design: This rumour was solid, as Apple has since made their operating system with flatter icons and user interface (UI) elements. Everything has been redesigned to fit with this new design philosophy and that means every app in the system. While it is cleaner, many of us can't help but comment that all the flat, colourful icons and pastel coloured backgrounds make it look like a Candy Crush operating system. While you still can't customize the interface as much as some other operating systems, what you can change does bring a unique effect to the overall look and feel. Through creative use of transparency and layers, changing your background image makes your other screens look different as well, giving a bit more sense of personalization than the previous iOS. The Control Center links everything together as you can swipe to practically anything and it changes dynamicaly, so that if you turn on WiFi, the AirPlay option gets activated.

Multitasking: Remember how you could only do one thing at a time on an Apple device? Well, this is gone as you swipe to close an app or switch to another app, complete with preview. Looking to make this easier, it also learns your habits, predicting what you need to do and setting up the app or content when you usually use it. Battery efficiency gets an upgrade through this as iOS 7 now only downloads updates when you're connected. So if you get a flood of updates while you're on battery alone, it won't drain your battery silently without your knowledge.

Improved Siri: Siri gets another upgrade as you get a better voice, more voice options and a cleaner card-based UI (looks a lot like Google Now).

Notifications: Following the flatter look of iOS 7 the notification center is cleaner and updates across devices, so you don't get multiple notifications for multiple devices anymore.

Wireless Sharing: Airdrop is Apple's answer to NFC sharing so you can easily share a picture or media with someone else nearby through wifi or other wireless connectivity. This means you don't have to bump them together or physically touch another phone (like NFC) and you can choose to select who you send it to or to just broadcast it to anyone nearby. It looks a lot like Group Play on the Samsung Galaxy S4 but it should make sharing easier in the long run.

Security: Apple have made it so that the Find my iPhone app can only be turned off or erased with your Apple ID and password. So even if someone steals your iPhone or device you can still remotely lock your device and let everyone know what a thief he or she is by displaying a custom message.

Nicer App Store: Since everything got a redesign, the App Store also got one and looks just as flat and clean as everything else. The good points include a kid-friendly Kids category which you can activate for your kids and better app suggestions based on your location (apps near me).

In short, the new iOS 7 includes even more smart automation, such as categorizing your photos automatically, learning and anticipating your habits and suggesting apps that may interest you. Safari also gets an upgrade in that you now have infinite tabs, iTunes Radio lets you stream actual radio while the Camera gets new Instagram-like photo filters. The Mailbox offers a better overall look while the Weather app gets awesome new weather animations. Check out everything in the video below:

One other feature for iOS 7 coming in 2014 is iOS in Car, which integrates with the car's built in onboard dash. In related news, while iOS 7 is going to be made available to all compatible devices, some older devices may not get all the features. You can check out what feature you get or not in the table below:


Sony Float Run Malaysia release: No-pressure headphones specifically designed for runners at RM599

Sony Malaysia today announced the Sony Float Run, a new model of headphones designed with runners and athletes in mind. Featuring a novel headphone style that positions the speaker near but without touching the ear canal, read on below to know more about the product.

In a press release, Sony said that the Float Run focuses on the runner’s form for a comfortable and stable experience without compromising on sound quality. The special off-ear design is claimed to provide extended comfort without having to worry about pressure or stuffiness on the ears.

It is also lightweight at 33 grams and has a flexible neckband that ensures it stays on even when users wear accessories such as hats or sunglasses. In terms of sound, the Float Run has a 16mm driver and precise tuning that Sony claims provide a more natural and wider sound.

Besides that, the headphones also sport an IPX4 water-resistant, battery life of up to 10 hours, USB-C charging with 10 minutes charge giving an hour of music playback and a built-in microphone. In Malaysia, the Float Run will be available starting May 2023 with it being listed at RM599 on Sony Malaysia’s official website.

So, what do you guys think of the Float Run? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech releases and news such as this!


Sony GTK-XB72 Wireless Speaker with EXTRA Bass Sound now available in Malaysia for RM1499

If you're looking for a new wireless speaker for your party, Sony Malaysia just came up with a new EXTRA BASS product called the GTK-XB72 Wireless Speaker and it is now available in Malaysia at Sony Stores and all authorised dealers at RM1499.

Known for its deep and punchy bass sound of the EXTRA BASS lineup, it's said that this new boy in town has a stronger bass which expands further in its area. This is all thanks to the LIVE SOUND mode that puts the songs in a 3D-music experience as if you were at a live concert. How this was achieved is because of the angled speakers and Digital Signal Processing technology.

Party Booster also makes a return, where the speakers react and create lighting and sound effects when tapped on, as well as Fiestable app for manual control and multi-colour line lighting effects.

RM1499 is not bad for a party speaker if you asked me. You can have a demo tryout at the nearest Sony Store and you can find out more about it here. Stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


Sony Glass Sound Speaker LSPX-S1 is now available in Malaysia for RM3199

Can a speaker mix well with an elegant design? Well, Sony made it happen and prior to its official release in Malaysia, it was part of the pre-order giveaway of the BRAVIA OLED A9F TV series back in September 2018. Now making a debut on its own, the Glass Sound Speaker LSPX-S1 is now on sale for RM3199 in Malaysia.

Like most speakers, it allows the user to control the volume and sound quality on the setting via Bluetooth connectivity with smartphones and other devices. Also with its unique design, the speaker produces surround sound in all directions through the organic glass. The simple cylindrical design is used to create a "carafe" of sound and not only that, the colour temperatures of the LED is able to illuminate tones with warm, soft glow, and dims at a slow, gentle pace depending on the setting, which can look like a candle but cooler and romantic.

So what do you think of the Glass Sound Speaker? Pretty rad for a speaker and personally, I think it's perfect for a romantic setting between you and your partner. Stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


Sony HT-A5000 release: 5.1.2-channels, Vertical Surround Engine, and HDMI 2.1 for ~RM3734

If you want some top-notch surround sound for your AV setup, a soundbar is probably the way to go. It's not as good as a high-end HiFi system, but it's more affordable and way more compact. For that, you can take a look at Sony's new HT-A5000.

Yesterday, Sony quietly unveiled the HT-A5000 soundbar on its website. This is the little brother of the HT-A7000 launched a few months back and offers 5.1.2-channel audio instead of 7.1.2. It has two up-firing speakers that work with Sony's Vertical Surround Engine and three front-firing speakers to create surround sound. There are also two built-in subwoofers to add bass.

In terms of features, the HT-A5000 comes with support for 8K, 4K/120FPS, and Dolby Vision passthrough. There are also features like S-Force Pro Front Surround, Sound Field Optimisation, voice assistance, and more. If the soundbar alone isn't enough, you can even add some optional Sony speakers like the SA-SW5 (subwoofer) or SA-RS3S (speaker unit) to upgrade your audio setup.

The Sony HT-A5000 will retail for USD900 (~RM3734), making it reasonably affordable for a high-end 5.1.2-channel soundbar. But would you spend this much for a speaker setup, or do you prefer powerful headphones? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Sony HT-S20R soundbar revealed, boasts of bringing ultimate cinema experience to all

While fans of Sony personal audio devices must be waiting for a successor to the WH-1000XM3 headphone, we're probably not going to see that so soon. Instead, Sony has something for the home entertainment crowd in the new HT-S20R soundbar. This is a 5.1-channel soundbar that aims to deliver high audio quality with its 400W power output.

As you can see from the product image, the HT-S20R soundbar is accompanied by a subwoofer and two rear speakers. Unlike most soundbars, a number of the I/O ports like the audio-in, HDMI-ARC (for compatible TVs), and an optical input are actually located at the back of the subwoofer. It also has a USB port on the front that supports direct playback via USB memory drives.

Aside from that, you can also connect your smartphone to the HT-S20R and wirelessly stream your favourite music that way. During audio playback, you can switch between Auto, Standard, Cinema, and Music equaliser settings to adjust the sound signature. Even the subwoofer's output can be set to either Night or Voice modes.

The company has not revealed the full tech specs and features yet, but we do know that the expected Malaysian launch window would be in June 2020. We expect the pricing to be revealed closer to the launch as well, though since Sony claims that it will bring "the ultimate cinema experience to every home", here's hoping that it will be relatively affordable.

With that said, what other features do you want to see from this soundbar? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Sony IMX800 set to be world's first 1-inch mobile camera sensor

The hardware in smartphones continues to evolve, becoming better as the years go on. In that sense, Samsung's rumoured 50MP ISOCELL GN2 mobile image sensor isn't the only one being worked on. Sony is also launching a new camera sensor for smartphones in 2021 called the Sony IMX800.

According to @RODENT950, the Sony IMX800 could be the world's first 1-inch mobile image sensor. It's expected to be a 50MP sensor with an RYYB pixel configuration, which is usually found in the Huawei P series smartphones. It's suggested that this new sensor will launch in April 2021 and could be used in the upcoming Huawei P50 series.

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Besides that, it's speculated that the Huawei P50 series could have three different camera configurations. The standard Huawei P50 could have a triple-camera setup (main+ultrawide+telephoto), while the Huawei P50 Pro is expected to have a Penta-camera setup (main+ultrawide+telephoto+periscope+ToF). For your info, the Huawei P40 series had similar setups.

The new mobile image sensor could make the Huawei P50 series a great choice for mobile photography phone. But with that said, would that convince you to purchase it over other flagship smartphones? Let us know in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on this.


Sony InZone series Malaysia release: 360-degree Spatial Sound, up to 32 hours of battery life, and included boom mic from RM439

Looking for a new fancy gaming headset? There are plenty of options out there, but we want to point Sony fans to the company's latest bunch. News about the InZone series gaming headsets officially popped up a few days ago, and now the company has confirmed that they will be coming here.

Yesterday, Sony Malaysia unveiled the InZone H9, InZone H7, and InZone H3 at a local gaming event. All three models come with 360 Spatial Sound for gaming, advanced optimisation for acoustics, and more. These gaming headsets are compatible with PC and PlayStation. While unconfirmed, you should also be able to use them with the Nintendo Switch or mobile devices.

InZone H9 (wireless model with noise cancellation)

360 Spatial Sound to personalised your audio experience

Where the InZone H3 is a wired gaming headset, the InZone H7 and InZone H9 are wireless Bluetooth headphones. But all three models have similar designs, featuring a white body with black earpads. They also come with a high-quality boom mic, which has a bidirectional pickup to ensure your voice can be captured. On top of that, the InZone H9 comes with active noise cancellation to keep you from outside distractions.

If you're interested in Sony's new gaming headsets, you can check out the respective product pages on the Sony Malaysia website. We've also listed the prices below, so let us know if you think they're worth it. As usual, stay tuned to TechNave for more news on gaming gadgets like this.


Sony Interactive Entertainment sets up God of War: Ragnarok pop-up showcase at APW Bangsar

Today, the highly anticipated God of War Ragnarök video game is released worldwide. To celebrate the occasion, fans can check out this pop-up showcase at APW Bangsar from 9 November to 13 November 2022 between 10 am to 10 pm. Face painting will also be available at selected times on 12 and 13 November 2022.

At the fan gathering, Malaysian artist, Tintoy Chuo, unveiled a wall mural and shadow puppets to commemorate the launch of this new game as guests were invited to be the first to preview an experiential showcase of God of War themed activities, including Family Portrait Series, Father & Son: A Special Bond illustration, God of War Ragnarök weapons installation and a showcase of exciting merchandise collaborations with fashion brands such as CASETiFY, #FR2 and New Era.

Speaking of collaborations, an array of merchandise will also be available for viewing which includes t-shirts, phone cases, and caps introduced by #FR2, CASETiFY and New Era respectively. Fans can also redeem a cup of free coffee when they do a Spartan Rage scream (available on a first come first serve basis).

Of course, a gameplay demo will be available from 9 November 2022. Attendees will have the chance to try God of War Ragnarök on PS5. The gameplay demo will only be for attendees aged 18 and above. Event activities are subject to change at Organizer’s discretion. Moreover, a photo opportunity with weapons will be set up for attendees to share their excitement for this launch with their friends.

For more details about the pop-up, you can visit the official webpage right over here to check them out. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Sony Interchangeable Wireless Lens cameras pricing and tech specs confirmed + official video

While the Sony Smart Shot or Interchangeable Wireless Lens cameras for smartphones have yet to be officially named or announced, a leaked press release has confirmed many of the features and tech specs rumoured for the two available models. So far, these models remain the Sony QX100 and QX10 and according to the press release will be announced on 4 September at 4pm in London. Tech specs and features are mostly confirmed as the higher-end QX100 will get a 20.1MP Exmor R CMOS sensor but adds a wide aperture ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T lens with 3.6x optical zoom and Bionz image processor. The QX10 on the other hand will get an 18.2MP Exmore R sensor with 10x optical zoom Sony G lens with a weight of just 113g. The QX100 will be priced at $500 (RM1651) while the QX10 will be priced at $250 (RM826). The video certainly looks official and seems to indicate that the mounting system will be built-in while the wireless lens itself will connect via the Sony PlayMemories app (which is available for both iOS and Android). No news on release dates in Malaysia but we'll probably get that information by tomorrow.


Sony LSPX-S3 Malaysia release: Portable design, 8-hour battery life, and balanced 46mm speaker unit for RM1499

Many of you know that Sony has great audio products. Its flagship wireless headphone and TWS earbuds are pretty popular, but did you know there's also a fancy lifestyle speaker? It's called the Sony LSPX-S3 and it's the third generation of Sony's glass speakers.

Officially available on the Sony Malaysia website, the Sony LSPX-S3 is a Bluetooth speaker that's designed to impress. It has a clear glass body that makes it a good decorative piece for your living room. You could even add it to your dining table, using the internal illumination to enjoy a nice candlelight dinner.

Of course, the LSPX-S3 is not just there to look pretty. This wireless speaker comes with Sony's Advanced Vertical Drive Technology. Essentially, it's a setup of three actuators that will vibrate the glass body to spread the sound to its surroundings. On top of that, the device comes with a 46mm speaker unit that promises a well-balanced mid-range, and a passive radiator for enhanced bass.

Sony Malaysia has confirmed that it will retail the LSPX-S3 for RM1499, though it won't be available here till October 2021. Having said that, is this the type of speaker you'd be interested in? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more of the latest audio devices.


Apple Lists Celcom as Malaysia 4G LTE Carrier for iPhone 5 and iPad Mini

While Celcom has announced their LTE networks for quite some time now, Apple have finally listed them as a 4G LTE carrier, compatible with the iPhone 5 and iPad Mini. Apple iPhone 5 and Apple iPad Mini users under Celcom LTE should expect a carrier software update soon. This should allow users to enable LTE under the Cellular Data settings. If you're wondering whether you're under Celcom's 4G LTE coverage you can click here to check.


Sony LinkBuds S leaks show a more traditional earbuds design and features

The Sony LinkBuds made headlines when it first debuted earlier this year thanks to its open ring design. Now, new leaks suggest that the company may release the LinkBuds S, which despite having the same naming scheme, will feature a more traditional design.

Allegedly the second model in the series, the LinkBuds S looks similar to the company’s WF-1000XM4 and will have the codename WF-LSN900. For reference, the LinkBuds has the codename WF-L900.

The design of the new earbuds was leaked by SnoopyTech on Twitter, which shows the earbuds and its case in full. Speaking of which, the case and earbuds for the alleged LinkBuds S look almost identical to the XF-1000XM4's, prompting many to call it a 'cheaper version' of the latter.

Well, one advantage of having a conventional design for an earbuds is the ability to put active noise cancellation (ANC). The leaks said that LinkBuds S will definitely have ANC and offers a better sound stage than the original LinkBuds.

It may also have Ambient mode or transparency mode, which uses the earbuds’ microphones to let outside sound in. Unlike other earbuds, the LinkBuds S is said to be able to trigger Ambient mode automatically by learning from user’s behaviour.

However, do take this information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Nevertheless, it’s intriguing how the alleged LinkBuds S would compare to the WF-1000XM4 in terms of sound quality and ANC.

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


Sony LinkBuds S release: World’s smallest and lightest ANC, Hi-Res Truly wireless headphone at ~RM880

Sony today announced the release of the Sony LinkBuds S, the latest addition to its LinkBuds series. Empowering a new sounds experience through Sony’s sensing technology, the company said that the earbuds retains the ‘Never Off’ wearing experience of the series.

Furthermore, at just 4.8g, Sony said that the LinkBuds S is the world’s smallest and lightest noise cancelling, Hi-Res Truly wireless headphones. Designed with comfort in mind, Sony also claims that it has a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. It has IPX4 rating too so you can safely wear it during your workout sessions.

Its Active Noise Cancellation ability is also complimented with an ambient sound mode so that users can listen to the world around them while wearing the LinkBuds S. An Adaptive Sound Control is also present, which allows users to configure the noise cancelling and ambient sound setting based on activities or location.

The LinkBuds S features a 5mm drivers for more powerful bass and clearer vocals. It’s also equipped with Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 which allows for the earbuds to maintain sound quality, minimise distortion and bolster noise cancellation.

As for calls, Sony is utilising its Precise Voice Pickup Technology to optimally control the microphones on the LinkBuds S. Pair that with themesh cover for the mics, Sony said that you can expect clarity walking down a busy street or on a windy day.

Another notable feature is support for high-resolution listening through Sony's LDAC codec and DSEE Extreme upscaling. There’s also a new sound experience for AR gaming which Sony is developing in collaboration with Niantic which enables low-latency, spatial audio and head tracking to the latter’s AR mobile game Ingress.

The Japanese company claims that the LinkBuds S has up to 6 hours of battery life with ANC enabled, with the charging case allowing for another 14 hours. Speaking of which, the case charges via USB Type-C and doesn’t support wireless charging.

Sony announced today that the LinkBuds S will be released in Malaysia on 7 June 2022, though no pricing details have been revealed just yet. In the United States, the LinkBuds S is priced at USD200 or ~RM880.

What do you guys think of this latest Sony earbuds? Share your thoughts with us in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news!


Sony Linkbuds released: new open ring design earbuds priced at RM849

Today, Sony has officially showcased the much-teased Linkbuds with an intriguing design. The company is known for manufacturing many audio products but never anything like this before. Here's everything you need to know about the Sony Linkbuds.

From the livestream video, Sony said Linkbuds are a new wearable always-on sound gateway between online and offline. If you're wondering about the weird doughnut gap hole design, that's for you to have a better awareness of your surrounding. Called the open ring design, Sony said it's able to provide new sound experiences.

As the name suggests, Linkbuds was made to "link you to your world online and offline" at the same time. With the open ring design, the driver unit is also ring-shaped and it would make you feel like not wearing any earbuds. Sony also said that the Linkbuds are lightweight and would fit perfectly into anyone's ears.

As a smart wearable, you can also perform touch control on the Linkbuds as expected such as controlling the volume, receiving noise-free calls, playing songs. Furthermore, you don't even need to tap on the exterior earcups but rather nearby your ear to make it work. Sony is currently working with Microsoft on a new Soundscape software to help special-needs people.

Besides Microsoft, Sony is also collaborating with Niantic and Spotify for the best sound performance possible. Last but not least, the Sony Linkbuds are made of recycled plastics and are also IP4X splash resistant. These earbuds will be available in Malaysia from 17 February 2022 at the price of RM849.

But what do you think of this unique design? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Sony MASTER BRAVIA OLED A9F TV series hands-on experience

As some of you might know, the Sony MASTER BRAVIA OLED A9F TV series has been in Malaysia for quite some time since August 2018. It has two variants, the 55-inch KD-55A9F and the 65-inch KD-65A9F retailing at RM14,999 and RM21,999. We have already covered the official launch, but we have been recently been invited to have a closer look at its features and what it can do.

Like smartphones, most modern TVs look more or less the same. The A9F TV series is just as huge upfront but that's not the point. The TV was equipped with an OLED screen panel and the bezels are quite thin all around to maximize your viewing experience as much as possible. On the back, the TV can be supported by either a huge stand or a wall-mounting mechanism which can be paired universally. But that's just the tip of the iceberg.

A pretty big TV stand there, it hides all the necessary ports, actuators and subwoofersIt also helps the TV stand as straight as possible, with a slight tilt of 5-degrees

The hardware used for the Acoustic Surface Audio+The picture was taken in Singapore back when the Sony A1 series showed up in Singapore

You might have noticed that it also doesn't come with any speakers which are normal, but not for the for A9F TV series, the speakers are sort of like hidden behind and on the OLED screen itself, this technology feature is known as the Acoustic Surface Audio+. We have mentioned this before a long time ago but basically how it works is that the sound will come directly from the OLED screen panel supported by three actuators behind it, this will cause some sound vibration and acoustics and backed up by two side-facing subwoofers for some extra bass effect.

Comparing this with other modern TVs around, the A9F TV series sounds quite good on its own without any speakers attached. That being said, I wonder if we could actually see this kind of technology on smartphones one day.

Continuing on with the design aspect, not many TVs are adopting OLED screens because the majority of them are either LED, LCD and some QLED ones. All these screens have good quality stuff, but OLED is just on another different level. Tech-savvy smartphone users know this, as smartphones with an OLED or AMOLED display shows the best colour concentration.

Anyway, the A9F TV series OLED display is truly beautiful in the sense that it balances all kinds of colours and shades well, yet able to show the clarity of it nicely. During the hands-on experience, the A9F was compared against other two TVs which has similar specs and it came out on top thanks to its Picture Processor X1 Ultimate, Pixel Contrast Booster, 4K High Dynamic Range and of course its trademark TRILUMINOS Display. According to Sony, the A9F TV series is able to show true black because of the 8 million self-illuminating pixels on the OLED screen, which means that if there's no colour on that particular area, then the pixel will just not appear at all.

Beautiful colour contrast, but this picture does no justice at all. You will have to experience it in person

Sony Malaysia continued to showcase the A9F TV series prowess in colour contrast, by showing off the HDR feature to show how accurate it is to spot "invisible" birds coming out of a hat video. Comparing this with the other TVs, they had to scale down their Vivid mode to spot it, while the A9F TV doesn't need to. In other words, with the A9F TV, you won't have to miss out important details without adjusting the settings. It's also worth mentioning that the TV can go up to 100Hz.

So far the OLED display sounds pretty solid but what good of it if the colours are burnt into the screen? It's a pretty common issue for TVs for years, especially when the years pass by and you can actually see the colours imprinted on the screen when turned off. Well, Sony has figured this out too and to solve this weakness and they have pre-installed this feature called Panel Refresh which is a pretty cool concept, it literally can "self-repair" by removing the burnt in colours and restore it under an hour or so. The best part of this is that you can access this from the settings and just use it once a year for maintenance and won't affect the TV's lifespan (or so they say).

On top of that, if you use Google Assistant (or Google Home) a lot, you can also fully utilize to with a hands-free experience by commanding the TV or from your smartphone via Bluetooth. Besides Google Assistant, the A9F TV series works well with Amazon Alexa.

So those are some of the highlight features we got to check it out from our hands-on experience on the Sony MASTER BRAVIA OLED A9F TV series. If you want to know more about it, you can visit the official website right here and stay tuned for more hands-on articles at TechNave.com.


Sony Malaysia Alpha Super Workshop 2016 - A photography experience with the pros

Over the weekend, Sony Malaysia held its fourth annual event in Johor Bahru for participants to learn tips and photography skill from Sony product specialists and professional photographers alike. Around 200 people have joined the workshop, with a chance to try on Sony's latest G Master lens and new wireless flash triggers.

During the two-day event, participants not only learn how to take bokeh shots, night photography without flash and others, but also listened to professional photographers on their experience with Sony products, with the likes of Shaiful Baker, Product Specialist, Sony Malaysia; Fakrul Jamil, an enthusiastic Sony Key Opinion Leader; William Ooi, Founder of StarDeer Image and Master Photographers Association Merit winner; and Baron Abas, Director of Photography at WolFang Digital Video Production.

Below are some of the pictures that took place at the event:

Hideyuki Wada, General Manager of Sony Malaysia giving his opening speech

Shaiful Baker, Product Specialist, Sony Malaysia on his experience sharing

The two new G Master lense series, the 24-70mm constant F2.8 standard zoom (bottom), and an 85mm F1.4 lens (top)

Fakrul Jamil on his amazing Northen Lights photography journey

Also, I managed to play around with a Sony Alpha 7S attached with a 85mm f/1.4 G Master lens, and I have to say, it's truly an impressive product. Here are some of my own shots:

Many thanks to Sony Malaysia for the opportunity of experiencing the new G Master lens, stay tuned for more Sony news at Technave.com!


Sony Malaysia Gift Guides 2016

We know, we know, we're not even in the middle of November yet and the shopping malls are already starting to put on the Christmas decorations. That being said, it doesn't hurt to prepare a gift early for your loved ones, so from the courtesy of Sony Malaysia, here is a list of Sony’s latest products from 2016!

The Sony Xperia XZ is Sony's latest smartphone in the Malaysia market with an affordable price tag of RM2699 only! What's so special about this smartphone? Well, it has a 23MP main camera with triple image sensing technology, along with an intelligent battery for long term usage.

On the other hand, the Xperia XA Ultra has a 16 MP low-light front camera. Say cheese to your perfect selfie compact smartphone for RM1699!

PS VR (left), PlayStation 4 Slim (right)

Next, the PlayStation 4 Slim comes in two prices - RM1349 (500GB) and RM1499 (1TB). Packed with ultra-fast processors and mobility, enjoy all of your favourite games with your friends and family this coming holiday season. Also, not forgetting to redefine your expectations the virtual reality experience with the PS VR, which cost RM1799.

Sony is also known for their sound quality products, and with their latest industry-leading noise cancellation headphone - MDR-1000X (RM1699) lets you enjoy your music free of distractions, it's also a perfect companion with Sony's new NW-A35 Walkman (price TBA), which comes bundled with the Noise Cancelling headphones.

Speaking of the new Walkman, there's also a premium version of it which is the NW-WM1Z Premium Walkman. Featuring Hi-Res Audio, this Walkman is made of high-grade gold-plated copper, this is an experience a symphony of detail with the Signature Series Walkman for the audiophiles.

Other than that, there's also another headphone that comes in various colours (Lime Yellow, Viridian Blue, Charcoal Black, Silver, Bordeaux Pink and Cinnabar Red) with Hi-Res Audio technology - the MDR-100AAP (RM699).

And if you're more into outdoors activities, you can go for the NW-WS413 (RM399) which can withstand elements, all weathers and any conditions. It also comes in Lime Green, Ivory, Blue, and Black.

While we're still on the topic of sound, for a price tag of RM1199, maybe you could get the GTK-XB7 EXTRA BASS box system for your party, as it allows you to control your music with vibrant LED lights to create a club-style atmosphere.

Or if you prefer a more indoor home base party, the HT-ST9 (RM3399) is also great for immersive cinematic sound with High-Res Audio.

To add on to that, the new Z9D is the ultimate 4K HDR TV that will surely go well with the HT-ST9 soundbar, offering high-quality contrast, colours, textures and details, this comes in two variants with 65-inch (RM23999) and 75-inch (RM29999). If you're looking for something smaller, the slim X80D TV can do too, sporting 4K HDR image quality for RM3999 (43-inch) or RM4499 (49-inch).

So there you have it, if one of those Sony devices are on your list, better start saving up for next month! And stay tuned for more tech-tips at Technave.com!


Sony Malaysia announce Sony Xperia Z1, available in October 2013

Just revealed at the IFA 2013 and already the Sony Xperia Z1 has been officially launched in Malaysia. The smartphone formerly known as the Honami sticks in a 20.7MP 1/2.3-inch Exmore RS digital compact camera sensor along with a 5-inch Full HD Triluminos display smartphone, Sony G Lens, a 2.2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor and 2GB of RAM into the now familiar Omni-balance designed form factor. The Xperia Z1 looks and feels like other premium Xperia Z smartphones as it maintains the same aluminum unibody chassis sandwiched by two slabs of tempered glass. While the Z1 is IP58 water proof certified it also packs in a dedicated camera button, so you can bring it underwater with you and take advantage of the powerful camera. Sony Mobile Malaysia say that the Sony Xperia Z1 should be available in the first week of October 2013, while a whole bunch of accessories will come later in mid-October.


Sony Malaysia announces new G Master lens, expected to retail for RM9499

For professional photographers, a new camera lens is always something exciting. With that in mind, Sony has announced a new full-frame lens for its Alpha cameras. Say hi to the FE 50mm F1.2 GM, a G Master lens designed for stills and videos.

Sony confirmed that the new lens (model SEL50F12GM) is the company's 60th E-mount lens. As the name suggests, it's an F/1.2 aperture lens meant for taking still images and videos. It uses three extreme aspherical (XA) lens elements to deliver high resolution for images, as well as Nano AR Coating II to reduce flare and ghosting.

In terms of features, the FE 50mm F1.2 GM comes with four extreme dynamic linear motors. This allows it to keep subjects in focus at extremely shallow depth-of-field, yet maintain quiet autofocus and tracking. It also has a minimum focus distance of 0.4m, Linear Response MF (Manual Focus), on/off switch on the aperture ring, and more.

The new lens won't be until May 2021, but we do know that it'll retail here for RM9499. For more details, you can check out the official product page. With that said, would you be interested in getting this lens? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Sony Malaysia bringing in a RGB MHC-V90DW tower music speaker for RM2999

Are you looking for a speaker that is massive in size, offers quality sounds and even gives off RBG lighting? Sony Malaysia may have something you're looking for, introducing the MHC-V90DW, this music speaker is truly a party machine standing at 170cm tall, it's also portable and it's available at all Sony authorised dealers for just RM2999.

Why is it designed so tall? One of the reasons is that so it can spread the music with the help of its Spread Sound Generator, angled outward at 20 degrees, this front mid-range angled speaker is designed to increase the range and maximises the reproduction of sound across the room.

On top of that, it also supports music services such as Google Chromecast and Spotify, even the speaker lights and multi-colour woofer changes its lights according to the beat. There's also an app for it to control the lighting, sampler and DJ effects, called the Fiestable app, the user must connect it to the Sony Music Center app and can even be controlled with a wave of your hand thanks to the Gesture Control.

For more information on the party machine, kindly visit Sony Malaysia's website page right here and stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


Sony Malaysia holding PlayStation 4 (PS4) press conference on 14 November 2013

Sony Malaysia have recently sent out invites for an event on 14 November 2013, where they will share news and information regarding the Sony PlayStation 4 game console. Personally, we're expecting big things from the PlayStation 4 and while the press conference most probably is just a teaser to the actual Malaysia launch and release date of the PlayStation 4, Malaysian gamers would do well to stay tuned for that event. As it is, it probably isn't the launch date as previous news has indicated that the Sony PlayStation 4 would get a Malaysia release date sometime in December 2013. Or it could be to tell everyone that the Sony PlayStation 4 or PS4 would be available globally the next day on 15 November 2013, which is the date it is launching in the US. For a refresher, check out the Sony PlayStation 4 videos below:


Apple M1 Ultra impresses in first benchmark result, nearly matches AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

It seems that someone has gotten Apple’s Mac Studio a bit early as a Geekbench 5 benchmark result of the M1 Ultra found inside the new Mac was posted just hours after it was announced yesterday. Shared by Benchleaks on Twitter, Apple’s latest top-of-the-line SoC showed impressive Single-Threaded and Multi-Threaded scores which surpassed or matched its competitors.

In Multi-Threaded scores, the M1 Ultra scored a staggering 24055 points, surpassing both the Intel Core i9-12900K (17204 points) and the AMD Ryzen 9 5950X (16565 points). Furthermore, the latest Apple Silicon also gave AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X a run for its money, only losing out in the Multi-Threaded scores by a little over 1000 points or around 4.5%.

That in itself is quite impressive given how the M1 Ultra only has 20 CPU cores in total compared to the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X’s 64 Zen 2 cores. Moreover, both SoCs also have different power consumptions, with the M1 Ultra touted by Apple as being power efficient by only having to use 60W to reach peak performance, much less than the power-hungry Ryzen Threadripper 3990X with its 280W TDP.

While the numbers are really impressive, please do note that this is just one benchmark and that Geekbench 5 results don't necessarily translate to real-world performance. So, do take this information with a grain of salt.

Nevertheless, the benchmark result is a pretty impressive first showing by the new M1 Ultra! If you want to know more about the new SoC by Apple and other products announced by the tech giants yesterday, do check out our coverage of the ‘Peek Performance’ virtual event yesterday.

What are your thoughts on the new M1 Ultra? Share your comments with us down below and as always, stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news such as this!


Sony Malaysia hosting Buy & Win Contest 2022 with TnG credits worth RM100 every week

Today, Sony Malaysia announced the Year End Promotion offering a Buy & Win Contest for 2022. The contest is valid from 7 November 2022 to 1 January 2023 with many prizes up for grabs while you enjoy the discounted prices this holiday season.

According to Sony Malaysia, two draws will be available to customers who have purchased Sony products (not limited to Playstation, accessories, MDR-EX15AP/15LP and MDR-E9LP). They must also register their warranty via Sign in - Sony Malaysia (sony-asia.com) to be eligible for the draws. Weekly draws for Touch & Go credits worth RM100 are up for grabs and will be announced weekly for 5 lucky winners.

On top of that, the main Prizes of the draw consist of:

An announcement for the winner will be made on 15 February 2023 via Sony Malaysia’s Official Facebook Page. You can also enjoy special discounts nationwide today while having the chance to win prizes worth up to RM77,000. For more information, you can visit the official web portal right over here.


Sony Malaysia introduces Signature Series for the ultimate sound experince

Today, Sony Malaysia has showcased a brand new Signature Series made for the ultimate sound experience possible. Celebrating its 70th anniversary this year, the Signature Series is composed of MDR-Z1R headphones, the NW-WM1Z series Walkman and a TA-ZH1ES headphone amplifier with High-Resolution Audio capability. Below are some of the product details:

Like most Sony audio products nowadays, the headphones is equipped with Hi-Res Audio stereo that has a wide frequency range giving a natural and open soundstage up to 120kHz playback in High-Resolution Audio. The 70mm HD driver unit increases the sound space to create natural sounds with controlled airflow and flat plane waves.

Moreover, the headphone ensures minimal sound colouration and faithful reproduction of High-Res Audio sources, owning to the Resonance-Free Housing for an elimination of unnecessary resonance.

Exclusively engineered and handcrafted by Japanese artisans, the new Fibonacci-patterned grill is inspired by the Fibonacci sequence in nature. Ear pads are made of genuine leather and ergonomically as well with the lightweight beta titanium headband, to the stainless steel wire mesh housing protector.

The iconic Walkman is revamped with the flagship WM1 series, including the NW-WM1Z and NW-WM1A, Walkman Hi-Res Audio player. It can handle any music file from the High-Resolution Audio end of the scale to low-quality mp3, including support for DSD Native format (11.2MHz). Also, thanks to the new DSEE HX, it has five modes for you to select - Standard, Female Vocal, Male Vocal, Percussion, or Strings.

The bottom for the connector to the amplifier

It also features newly developed FT-CAP (High polymer capacitor) has been built into the power supply of the amp section for approximately four times higher output power than the current NW-ZX2 to drive any headphones. Furthermore, the cable used inside the WM1Z from the amp to the headphone hack is a four wire braided cable engineered with Kimber Kable that helps to achieve the refined audio quality. Users can also choose to play it wirelessly with Bluetooth and LDAC as well.

The WM1Z Walkman will be available in Malaysia from December onwards with a price tag of RM11999.

Offering a new standard for headphone amplifier listening, this amplifier can deliver a superior sound of Hi-Res Audio up to DSD 22.4Mhz/PCM 768Hz/32bit), to put it simply, it means a truly musical home listening experience. It features a D.A Hybrid Amplifier Circuit that gives the combination of Sony's full digital amplifier S-Master HX together with an analog amplifier, yet preserving the fine detail sound of S-Master HX and low distortion sound with the support of analog amplifier.

In addition, a newly developed Fram/Beam/Wall (FBW) chassis combines the Wall structure with the familiar FB chassis that has cultivated in the ES series. By 'shaving' the extruded aluminum, the rigid body can suppress vibrations with the help of Acoustically Tuned Panel.

Perhaps the best part of this product is that it has a new DSEE HX and DSD Remastering Engine, which converts PCM source to DSD 11.2MHz, this means it will preserve the feeling of the original sound. It is compatible with other models as well.

The Signature Series are already available in the Malaysia market from October 2016 onwards, the price tag for the models are - RM7099, RM11999 and RM8999 respectively. For more information, kindly visit any of the product links below to check it out:


Sony Malaysia is now offering their RX0 II for RM2799 + Sony EXTRA BASS series

Sony Malaysia recently announced that they’ll be offering their RX0 II action camera for RM2799 at all Sony Stores, Sony Centres and authorized dealers. Designed as their camera for all occasions, the RX0 II is waterproof, dustproof, shockproof, crushproof, can record 4K video and it has a tiltable LCD screen that even works underwater. It utilizes a 1.0-type stacked 15.3- megapixel Exmor RS CMOS image sensor and a BIONZ X image processing engine.

In related news, Sony Malaysia also announced the availability of their Sony EXTRA BASS series consisting of the SRS-XB12 wireless speaker and WH-XB700 wireless headphones. Priced at RM199 for the SR-XB12 and RM579 for the WH-XB700, you can get them or check them out at all Sony Stores, Sony Centres and authorized dealers.


Sony Malaysia launches α7R II, Cyber-shot RX10 and RX100 IV for RM11999, RM5299 and RM3799

The Sony α7R II, RX100 IV and RX10 II make their Malaysian debut – From left to right: Baron Abas, Cinematographer, Fakrul Jamil, Landscape Photographer, Loo Kah Kit, Product Manager, Digital Imaging, Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.; Satoshi Hatano, Managing Director, Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.; Elizabeth Lee and Allan Law, Product Managers, Digital Imaging, Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd; Alexis Fam, Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer and Wilson Ng, Traveler.

Sony Malaysia recently launched their newest Sony α7R II, Cyber-shot RX10 II and Cyber-shot RX100 IV digital cameras for Malaysia. Packing in a 42.4MP full-frame Sony Exmor R CMOS sensor featuring ISO up to 102400, high speed AF with 3999 focal plane phase detection AF and 5-axis image stabilization, the α7R II is a lightweight but durable interchangeable lens digital camera for the professional and semi-professional constantly on the move. Even when zoomed in, the amount of detail and resolution for images caught with the α7R II are simply stunning, which perhaps justifies the Malaysia pricing of RM11999 for just the body. The Sony Cyber-shot RX10 II and Cyber-shot RX100 IV on the other hand offer high-end performance at value pricing with the high-zoom RX10 II going for RM5299, while the RX100 IV goes for RM3799. The two feature the world's first 1.0 type stacked Exmor RS CMOS sensor, with the RX10 II packing in a ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T 24-200mm (35mm equivalent) F2.8 lens. All three digital cameras feature fully tiltable XGA OLED Tru-finder displays and built-in 4K video recording making the Cyber-shot RX100 IV one of the smallest 4K video recorders in the market that we've seen to date. The Sony α7R II and Cyber-shot RX10 II are available for pre-order while the RX100 IV is currently available for purchase.

“Utilising Sony's decades of expertise in digital imaging, we’ve made it possible for everyday customers to enjoy a professional imaging experience with the new RX100 IV and RX10 II cameras. With the power of the world’s first 1.0-type Stacked CMOS sensor packed into a compact, portable body, these new cameras bring the excitement and creativity of high frame rate shooting, 4K recording and a variety of other pro-quality features to a whole new audience.” Hatano Satoshi, Managing Director of Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd.

Unsurprisingly, the real star of the launch was the Sony Cyber-shot RX100 IV with many of the professional testimonials showing the super smooth and highly detailed 4K video recording with up to 40x super slow motion shooting showing off the capabilities and performance of this ultra-compact. While all of the cameras shown were lightweight, the super portable RX100 IV takes it a whole step further by also being one of the most value for money 4K video recorders in the market at just RM3799. You can see just how portable and compact the RX100 IV is along with the α7R II and RX10 II in our hands-on photos below:

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 IV is as small as above but as powerful as the other two cameras

The Sony α7R II is surprisingly lightweight

The Sony Cyber-shot RX100 IV offers powerful zoom


Sony Malaysia launches A58 and NEX-3N

Recently, Sony Malaysia launched two new additions to their digital camera range in the form of the A58 and the NEX-3N. Launched in tandem with the Sony Alpha Experience 2013 in Malaysia, the two new digital cameras are intended to add more options for their respective mid-range markets. The A58 digital SLT (in the picture above) is part of the A-Series range of Sony digital cameras and offers the following features:

On the other hand the other new digital camera introduced here, the NEX-3N, is part of the NEX interchangable lens digital camera series and is better known for its lightweight mobility. Features for the NEX-3N include:

The A58 SLT and the NEX-3N will be made available at Sony retail stores starting from around April 2013. The A58 will be priced at RM1999 while the NEX-3N will be priced at RM1799. The NEX-3N will feature in Black, White and Pink while the A58 will be standard black.[Sourced from lowyat.net]


Sony Malaysia launches BRAVIA OLED A9F TV with 4K HDR, Voice Search feature and more at Sony Expo 2018 starting from RM14,999

(L-R): Mr. Hideyuki Wada, General Manager of Marketing of Sony Malaysia; Mr. Satoru Arai, Managing Director of Sony Malaysia; Mr. Jack Lim, Malaysian Celebrity & Sony BRAVIA OLED ambassador, Mr. Chiw Yew Ming, General Manager of Sales of Sony Malaysia, unveiling the new Sony α7III.

If you were around at Mid Valley over the weekend, you probably saw the Sony Expo 2018 kicking off publicly showcasing a wide range of Sony products. In conjunction with that, Sony also unveiled the latest BRAVIA OLED A9F TV in Malaysia, with a price of RM14,999 (KD-55A9F, 55") and RM21,999 (KD-65A9F, 65"). The pre-order for the TV has already started until 14 September 2018, giving away a free Glass Sound Speaker LSPX-S1 for customers.

That said, fans and passers-by have the privilege to take a look at the brand new TV featuring a 4K HDR resolution (backed up by Picture Processor X1 Ultimate) with Sony's EXTRA BASS wireless audio system, as well as Pixel Contrast Booster, Acoustic Surface Audio+, Netflix Calibrated Mode that brings the creators’ vision directly to the TV, CalMAN’s professional-grade calibration and even runs on Android TV 8.0 Oreo OS, which allows a hands-free Voice Search for users. The MASTER Series Z9F (75” and 65” models) 4K HDR LCD TV also made an appearance, featuring similar specifications but it won't be available in Malaysia.

The Glass Sound Speaker LSPX-S1 and a BRAVIA OLED TV

There's VR testing too if you want to try out

The Photo Gallery, you can even take your own picture here

The upcoming new Sony audio products - MDR-Z7M2 premium headphone (top left), DMP-Z1 Digital Music Player (top right), the In-Ear monitor IER-M9 (bottom left) and the IER-Z1R bottom right)

There are also different Sony Experience sections that comprise of the Sony PlayStation, audio and digital imaging, giving the public an up-close and first-hand experience with the latest Sony Alpha, Cyber-shot cameras, Glass Sound Speaker and home entertainment soundbars such as the One Signature Sound. Speaking of those, Sony Malaysia will be releasing new audio products from mid-October 2018, namely the In-Ear monitor series (IER-M9, IER-M7 and IER-Z1R), the DMP-Z1 Digital Music Player and the MDR-Z7M2 premium headphone, but that's another story for another day.

For more information on Sony Expo 2018, you can actually visit its official Facebook page right here to check it out. Stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


Sony Malaysia officially announces feature-filled Xperia C smartphone for RM999

Good news for those of you looking to get a more affordable Sony Xperia Z as Sony Malaysia has recently announced the Sony Xperia C for RM999. Following a similar design as the Sony Xperia Z, the Xperia C retains a 5-inch display but lowers the resolution to 960 x 540 pixels, resulting in 220ppi pixel density display. The smartphone is still quite slim and while it may not have the exact same tempered glass sandwich and aluminum unibody design, it is still super slim and has the now standard metallic power button. The smartphone comes in Black, Purple and White. Other tech specs for the Sony Xperia C include:

Obviously, the Sony Xperia C is aimed at the entry-level to mid-range market, but with it's good camera and relatively powerful processor it should make for an attractive buy, especially if you don't care for 1080p movies on your smartphone. So far there aren't any telco offers for the Sony Xperia C just yet but local sellers are already offering the smartphone at discounted prices. For more information check out the Sony Xperia site. The Sony Xperia C is currently available with some sellers from as low as RM940.


Sony Malaysia officially launched the MHC-V90DW speaker tower of power in Sabah for RM2999

Remember that big tall music tower that we told you about by Sony? Well, if you don't, here's a refresher. Although the MUTEKI MHC-V90DW was already launched in Malaysia, Sony Malaysia did an official one in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah just last Friday showcasing the crowd the speaker box beast. It's a real party machine and it offers high-quality surround sound with wide coverage from its design.

To recap the features, the V90DW has a special Spread Sound Generator that supports the spread and distance of the music, this is also possible due to the front-facing mid-range angled speakers and tweeters that are angled outward at 20 degrees. For music control, Google Chromecast is pre-installed inside and it lets you cast your favourite entertainment and apps from your phone, tablet or laptop right to your TV or speakers and Spotify. And of course, you can also bet on the RGB speaker lights and multi-colour woofer lights that change according to the beat of the music, the touch panel is also back-lit.

To know more about the MHC-V90DW, kindly visit the product's page here, it's now available at all Sony authorised dealers in Malaysia at RM2999. Stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.