Samsung Galaxy A52 expected to be launched with 64MP camera at the end of the year

Samsung is not only good at making flagship smartphones, but their mid-range devices have also gained a lot of popularity among consumers. In Q1 2020, the Galaxy A51 topped the chart by becoming the most shipped Android device with 6 million units. Now, it looks like the company is already gearing up for the successor as some information on the Galaxy A52 has been leaked.

According to GalaxyClub, the Samsung Galaxy A52 will retain its predecessor's quad-camera setup but come with an upgraded 64MP main sensor. As for the other three, they are expected to be the same by taking care of ultra-wide, macro, and depth. For now, their megapixel counts are still unknown.

The source also claimed that this is not the first time that the Galaxy A52 appears in the wild. Earlier, the device was found trademarked by Samsung alongside other Galaxy Ax2 devices at the beginning of 2020. The Samsung Galaxy A51 was announced back in December 2019 and made available for purchase in January 2020. Therefore, we can expect Samsung to do the same thing for the Galaxy A52.

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Samsung Galaxy A52 rumours hint that it'll come with Snapdragon 750G chipset

Based on a bunch of images posted by @yabhishekhd and @_teh_tech_guy which showcases the potential tech specs of the Samsung Galaxy Galaxy A52 5G, which is expected to be unveiled somewhere around H1 2021. While not much is known in regards to the release date of the aforementioned smartphone, it does give us an idea on what to expect when it is officially unveiled.

In terms of the tech specs, the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is expected to come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G chipset, up to 8GB RAM, and it comes with Android 11 pre-installed. Other than that, there’s no official information on the rest of the tech specs such as camera, screen size, and battery capacity.

Firmware development of Samsung Galaxy A52 5G(European variants) started.Model number : SM-A526B pic.twitter.com/q14cKApF7r

Samsung A52 5G Spotted On Geekbench.•Android 11 •6GB Ram•Snapdragon 750G https://t.co/y3wlzCB7VX pic.twitter.com/M3XImScplX

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

Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy A52 5G as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G Malaysia release: SD778G chipset & IP67 rated, priced at RM1899

The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G was released not too long ago and it has finally made its way into the Malaysian market. Available in Awesome Black and Awesome White, it cost RM1899 and starting today, any purchase made on this phone until 31 October 2021 will grant the customer a free clear standing cover worth RM109.

To recap the tech specs, the Galaxy A52s 5G features a 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution. On the display, it has a 32MP front camera whereas the quad rear camera setup consists of a 64MP (main) + 12MP (ultrawide) + 5MP (depth) + 5MP (macro). The main camera is capable of recording up to 4K UHD resolution at 30FPS.

Besides that, Galaxy A52s 5G is also sporting a Snapdragon 778G chipset, 8GB of RAM, 256GB of storage and a 4500mAb battery pack (25W fast charging tech). Expansion memory is available too with up to 1TB via a microSD card but there are only two SIM slows (hybrid). Running on Android 11 out of the box, it is IP67 water and dust resistant rated.

If you prefer to pay a monthly instalment, you can opt for just RM79.13/month with a 0% instalment plan on Samsung Online Store here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G launched: Snapdragon 778G and 25W fast charging!

The Samsung Galaxy A52 5G is a pretty good midranger but still it has its weakness, And so the new ‘s” edition came in to fix the flaws. In the beginning of August, we reported about the render leaks on the latest Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G and today Samsung has unveiled the phone.

The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is equipped with the new Snapdragon 778G chipset which is a 6nm chip that features four Cortex-A78 cores and a high-end Adreno 642L GPU with a X53 5G modem. It comes with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage with an external micro SD card slot. The phone is powered by a 4500 mAh battery that supports 25W fast charging.

As for the display, it still remains the 6.5-inch Super AMOLED FHD+ display with 120Hz refresh rate. In terms of cameras, it sports a 64MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide angle camera, 5MP macro lens, a 5MP depth sensor, and a 32MP selfie camera. The Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G is also IP67 dust and water resistant and it is running on OneUI 3.1 based on Android 11. The starting price will be  $563 (~RM2388) for the based variant

As of now, there is still no confirmation on the Malaysia release dates yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G review - The much improved Galaxy A52 variant that we've been waiting for

For years, the Samsung Galaxy A series stood as one of the most popular mid-range phones. However, the Samsung Galaxy A52 was criticised for using Snapdragon 720G and Snapdragon 750G chipsets. Both are considered "old" in the tech industry because they were launched in 2020.

Fast forward to a few months later, Samsung introduced the Galaxy A52s 5G with an upgraded mid-range tier chipset. But is it worth upgrading to this new variant? Check out our review of the Samsung Galaxy A52s 5G below to find out more!

At first glance, anyone can guess that the Galaxy A52s 5G is a mid-range device, even if the person doesn't know anything about smartphones. This phone's body is made out of plastic without any special finishing. If you compare it to the Galaxy A50, the design pales in comparison.

Despite the plastic build, the aluminium frame around it allows for a firm grip

The camera bump on top is surprisingly not that protruding. Meanwhile, it's nice to see an audio jack and USB C at the bottom

Comparison between the Galaxy A52s 5G (left) and Galaxy A50 (right)

Of course, the good thing about using plastic material is that it won't attract any fingerprint stains. But it would probably disappoint some Samsung fans who are used to the sparkling "glasstic" Galaxy A50 or A51 before. Of course, having a plastic body doesn't mean that the Galaxy A52s has poor built quality. On the contrary, it has a solid build quality thanks to the aluminium frame around it.

Another attractive feature of the Galaxy A52s 5G is the four colour options - white, violet, mint, and black. Admittedly, we thought the white model (that we received) would look uninteresting. But it turned out to be pretty neat. Unfortunately, Samsung doesn't include a protective casing in the box, so you have to buy it separately.

As we mentioned earlier, the Snapdragon 778G is a relatively new mid-range tier chipset with a 6nm process. Alongside the Super AMOLED display, the Galaxy A52s delivers beautiful visuals. Moreover, you get to enjoy a high refresh rate of 120Hz, an excellent improvement over the standard variant. Although there's no adaptive refresh rate, you can still choose between 60Hz or 120Hz.

Another sweet improvement is the Dolby Atmos dual stereo speaker. If you like to binge-watch Netflix or play mobile games a lot, the sound quality is superb. You can also customise the sound with the equaliser, or toggle the Dolby Atmos mode when gaming. Note that the second feature is uncommon for a mid-range phone too.

In terms of software, the Galaxy A52s 5G comes with an OneUI 3.1 operating software based on Android 11, which is super user-friendly. You probably won't have much trouble navigating around this UI. Unfortunately, it comes with several bloatware apps like Shopee, Lazada and Candy Crush, which can't be removed for some reason. Well, at least Samsung promised to provide three years of major software and security updates for four years. In theory, this means the Galaxy A52s can reach Android 14.

Refresh rate options (left), Screen mode (centre), and advanced settings (right)

In addition, there are a few borrowed camera features from the Galaxy flagship series. This includes Single Take and Fun mode offering various filters. Of course, there are also Portrait mode, Night mode, panorama, macro, and many more. The Galaxy A52s 5G can also record in 4K at 30FPS.

As you might expect from the Snapdragon 778G chipset, it has good performance for everyday tasks and can comfortably run several apps simultaneously. While it doesn't have the now commonly seen virtual RAM feature, it's not really missing out here.

In terms of mobile gaming, the Galaxy A52s 5G can handle popular titles well enough, but not on the highest graphics settings. For example, you can either have max frame rate in PUBG Mobile and COD Mobile or maxed out graphics settings. For graphics-intensive games like Asphalt 9, you may need to lower the graphics settings for the best experience.

For a mid-range device, the scores are satisfactory

You can turn the Asphalt 9 graphics to the maximum, but the frame rates will be affected

It takes around an hour to charge 5% to 93% using a 25W charging brick

As for the battery performance, the Galaxy A52s 5G's 4500mAh battery can easily last a day, even if you enable the 120Hz refresh rate. If you want to save more battery, you can switch to 60Hz with Power Saving mode enabled, allowing the phone to last up to two days. The phone supports 25W fast charging, but you only get a 15W charger (weird, I know). But if you have a 25W charger, it should take an hour to fully charge the phone.

Finally, let's talk about the camera performance of the Galaxy A52s 5G. To cut a long story short, photos taken on the device were satisfactory, showing good dynamic range. If you want higher quality photos, you can turn on the 64MP mode. The night mode can be used on the 8MP ultrawide lens as well. You can check out these photoshoots below by yourself.

Ultrawide mode still looks quite good and not distorted

The noises in the background are tolerable

As long as there is enough lighting, your photos can't go wrong

Next, the phone also produces beautiful 4K resolution videos. With EIS stabilisation, you can record while walking and enjoy a highly natural stabilisation effect. If you want a higher level of stabilisation, you can turn on Super Steady mode, and it would feel like you're using a gimbal.

From our experience, the Galaxy A52s 5G should work like a charm for most consumers, especially casual ones. It performs well in many areas, but perhaps the biggest win is its 4-year software update guarantee, which is pretty long compared with other brands. Moreover, the Galaxy A52s 5G offers better and faster performance Galaxy A52 5G.

Since both phones are sold for RM1899, we would certainly recommend the Galaxy A52s 5G because of the Snapdragon 778G chipset. But if you're a bit tight on budget, you could consider the OPPO Reno6 Z (RM1699), Xiaomi 11T (RM1699), or the realme GT Neo2 (RM1999). The Reno6 Z offers a more captivating design, while the other two phones have faster chipsets.

But what do you think? Do you agree with our review? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned for more tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A52s appears on Geekbench, expected to feature Snapdragon 778G chipset

Last year, the Samsung Galaxy A51 shipped over 6 million units by June 2020, making it one of the brands most popular mid-range phones. While the Galaxy A52 hasn't met the same level of success, the new Galaxy A52s variant might just be what people want.

According to Sammobile, the Galaxy A52s (model number SM-A528B) was listed on Geekbench with the 6nm Snapdragon 778G chipset and 8GB of RAM. It scored 771 points for single-core and 2788 points for multi-core performance in Geekbench 5. That makes it a pretty decent device, especially if making it a pretty decent device.

In comparison, the Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A52 5G featured the Snapdragon 720G and 750G chipsets are both 8nm chipsets. Not only do they have lower performance but also poorer power efficiency. But aside from the chipset, we can expect the design, features, and tech specs of the Galaxy A52s to be similar to its siblings.

Anyway, the benchmark test would mean that Samsung has started its final phase of testing for the Galaxy A52s. This phone could launch after the big Samsung Unpacked 2021 launch in August. Until then, expect leaks to pop up in the coming weeks. Leave us a comment on what you think about this so far!


Samsung Galaxy A52s will have 128GB storage and arrive in 4 colours, might retail for ~RM2251

Last week, the new Samsung Galaxy A52s was spotted on Geekbench. This device is expected to be better than the other Galaxy A52 variants, though only a few basic specs have been revealed. But sources have revealed some renders of the new variant online.

Renders for the Samsung Galaxy A52s were provided by @_snoopytech_, who claimed that the device would be available in black, mint, purple, and white colours. Besides the colours, the phone has the same design as the Galaxy A52 and Galaxy A52 5G. It has a quad-camera module at the back, a single front-facing camera, and the usual buttons on the right side.

Storage: Only 128 GBPrice: Around 450 Euro

In terms of specs, the Galaxy A52s is expected to come with the Snapdragon 778 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, and a 4500mAh battery. It should also have the same 6.5-inch Super AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, under-display fingerprint sensor, and 25W fast-charging support. The phone will allegedly retail in Europe for 450 Euros (~RM2251), but expect the local price to be lower - maybe between RM1999 to 2099.

Samsung will probably aim to launch this in 1-2 weeks after the Galaxy Unpacked event, so we can expect more details to be unveiled soon. With that said, would you be interested in getting this mid-range device? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy A53 5G render images and tech specs leaked

A few months ago, there was a rumour mentioned that the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G could launch with an unimproved 64MP camera in 2022. Today, we spotted the render images and tech specs leaked of the device.

According to sources, the device might be thinner than the previous model with 8.14mm thickness. Besides that, it may be sport a 120Hz AMOLED display, 64MP main camera, and USB-Type C port instead of a 3.5mm audio jack port.

Here comes your very first look at the #Samsung #GalaxyA53! (360° video + stunning 5K renders + dimensions)On behalf of @digitindia -> https://t.co/pSt7eyDjsK pic.twitter.com/06bhosIjGs

This is just a leak, so why not just take it with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Will you get this device? What tech spec do you with it to features? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A53 5G specs spotted online, front design revealed

Rumours of the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G first popped up in August 2021, followed by renders of the device in November 2021. But it looks like the phone could be getting closer to a global launch soon. Recently, the specs for the phone have been revealed on an official platform.

According to Gizmochina, the Samsung Galaxy A53 5G has been listed on the Google Play Console website. Based on the details published, the phone will come with an Exynos 1200 chipset. It will also come with 6GB of RAM, but we expect to see another variant with 8GB of RAM. As for storage, the two variants should have 128GB and 256GB, respectively.

Besides the core specs, the Google Play Console listing also shows the front of the design. It has a standard flat display with a punch-hole in the top-centre for a front camera, which could be a 32MP sensor if it follows last year's Galaxy A52 5G. As for the rear cameras, the 64MP+13MP+5MP+5MP quad-camera setup should make a return. However, there's also a chance that Samsung could upgrade the cameras.

Since the Galaxy A53 has started to appear on official listing sites, the launch day could be coming soon. Are you interested in getting this model for yourself? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


Samsung Galaxy A53 could launch with unimproved 64MP main camera in 2022

For the last few years, the main camera for mid-range smartphones has gotten increasingly more powerful. But it seems like some companies are unwilling to push further. At the least, Samsung seems to want to keep the main cameras for its mid-range smartphones at 64MP.

According to GalaxyClub.nl (in Dutch), the Samsung Galaxy A53 will have the same 64MP main camera that's found on the Galaxy A52 series. Samsung could be looking to keep its 108MP (or higher) sensors for its flagship smartphones. Of course, the company could also end up improving the Galaxy A53 series' other lenses. For example, the ultra-wide camera (currently 12MP) could be upgraded to 48MP.

Mind you, it's not as if mid-range phones can't support a 108MP camera sensor. In fact, Xiaomi has quite a few that come with a 108MP main camera. The list includes the Redmi Note 9 Pro, Xiaomi Mi 10I (India-only), and Xiaomi Mi CC9 Pro. Most of these devices were launched last year, so Samsung does have time to change things for 2022.

In the end, this is all just speculation. There's no solid proof of what the Galaxy A53 series would have. Having said that, is a 108MP camera on a mid-range what the average Joe would really want? Share your thoughts in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for updates on this.


An unofficial Xiaomi Mi 6 with 6700mAh battery is on sale from ~RM139 for upgrade

Currently, the Xiaomi Mi 6 has a 3350mAh battery. Not bad for a flagship smartphone, but what if I told you there's a modified version with a 6700mAh battery? Sounds great on paper, but is it safe and official? And how much does it cost?

Apparently, some folks from Taobao are doing the modification on the Mi 6 upgrading the battery. How they managed to do so was replacing the back with a bigger battery that is from "Sony". Moreover, upgrading it will leave a huge bump at the back, making it look like a pregnant smartphone.

6700mAh isn't even the max, there are also 7000mAh and 9000mAh variant. Each of them has a price tag, of course, starting with 220 Yuan (~RM139), 260 Yuan (~RM164), and 340 Yuan (~RM215).

As for how safe it is, we can't say for sure, but we have a gut feeling that it's not. This will also remove the warranty should anything happen to it. So better be safe than sorry.

Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A54 5G and Galaxy A34 5G Malaysia pre-order: From RM1599 with free Galaxy Buds Live and 2-year warranty

As we’ve alluded to previously, Samsung Malaysia today launched its latest mid-range offering for our local market, the Samsung Galaxy A34 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A54 5G. Packing some competitive specs and features for their respective price ranges, read on to find out more about the devices.

First up, let’s talk about the higher-end Galaxy A54 5G. The successor to the popular Galaxy A53 5G, the smartphone sports a 6.4-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display with a Full HD+ resolution.

The panel also features a punch-hole cutout at its top-middle which houses the 32MP selfie camera. At its rear, the Galaxy A54 5G has a 50MP main + 12MP ultra-wide + 5MP macro triple-camera setup.

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by Samsung’s in-house Exynos 1380 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Meanwhile, the battery is a 5000mAh cell with support for 25W fast charging via the USB-C port.

Other notable specs include Android 13 OS via One UI 5.1, a microSD card slot which supports up to 1TB, an under-display optical fingerprint scanner, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, an IP67 rating, dual SIM, 5G connectivity and colour options of either Awesome Lime, Awesome Violet, Awesome Graphite or Awesome White.

Next up, the Galaxy A34 5G sports a 6.6-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED panel with a resolution of Full HD+. Like the Galaxy A54 5G, there’s also a punch-hole cutout at the top middle which houses a 13MP selfie camera.

At its rear, the smartphone is equipped with a 48MP main + 8MP ultra-wide and 5MP macro triple-camera setup. Under the hood, the Galaxy A34 5G features the MediaTek Dimenisty 1080 SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

The battery is also 5000mAh and supports 25W fast charging via the USB-C port. Other notable specs include a microSD card slot supporting up to 1TB, dual SIM, an under-display optical finger sensor, Android 13 via One UI 5.1, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, 5G connectivity and colour options of either Awesome Lime, Awesome Graphite, Awesome Violet or Awesome Silver.

Samsung Malaysia announced that pre-orders for both devices start now, with the Galaxy A54 5G priced at RM1899 (8/256GB) and the Galaxy A34 5G priced at RM1599 (8/256GB). Both smartphones will come with 5 years of security updates, four OS generational updates and a 2-year warranty for free, as well as a free Samsung Galaxy Buds Live.

Afterwards, Samsung Malaysia will be holding a launch promo for both devices starting 7 April 2023, whereby you’ll get the respective smartphone's official case for free alongside the 2-year warranty, 5-year security updates and 4 OS generations update. Additionally, we also have an exclusive Referral Code that you can use for either one of the phones, which you can read all about it right here.

You can check out Samsung Malaysia’s official website to find out more regarding both devices here. As always, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news and releases such as this!


Samsung Galaxy A54 5G spotted on Google Play Console, revealing its key specs and features

Samsung’s Galaxy A-series is one of the most well-known mid-range devices in the market and the company may release its next-generation version soon. These would include the Galaxy A54 5G which was recently listed on Google Play Console, which inadvertently reveal some of its specs.

First spotted by MySmartPrice, the listing showed the device’s RAM, OS version, chipset, screen resolution and even a render of its design. Furthermore, given that it is listed on Google Play Console, the Galaxy A54 5G may be announced by Samsung in the near future.

The mid-range device is set to be powered by a ‘Samsung s5e8835 processor’, which is the codename for the Exynos 1380 SoC paired with 6GB of RAM. The SoC comes with four ARM Cortex A78 cores with 2.4GHz clock speed and four A55 cores clocked at 2GHz.

Furthermore, it features the Mali G68 GPU with 950MHz clock speed. Besides that, the Galaxy A54 5G will run on Android 13 via OneUI 5.1 out of the box and has a screen resolution of 1080 x 2340 pixels.

A render of the device attached to the listing shows that the display will have a punch-hole cutout to house the selfie camera. Meanwhile, the rear of the device shows three rings on its camera module, potentially housing a triple-camera setup.

Of course, do take this information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. Well, given that it's already on Google Play Console, a launch date may not be too far away and we’ll know the full specs and features when it’s officially announced.

Hence, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest development on the Galaxy A54 5G as well as for the latest tech news!


Samsung Galaxy A6 (2018) & Galaxy A6+ (2018) revealed,

So it's official, the unofficial video by Samsung Vietnam about the Galaxy A6 (2018) and Galaxy A6+ (2018) are now the real deal. Announced by Samsung Electronics, the new Galaxy A6 (2018) series will start rolling out this month starting with selected Asian, European and South America markets first, then followed by South Korea, Africa and China. No price tag nor availability for Malaysia was revealed, though.

As confirmed previously from the video a few days ago, the phone is designed with a premium 'feel' using Super AMOLED display and a pretty good camera setup with big apertures. In a way, these phones are sort of like a cheaper version of the current Galaxy flagship model.

Without further ado, below are the official tech-specs of the Galaxy A6 (2018) and Galaxy A6+ (2018)

Both of these devices are similar, just that the plus variant has bigger memory capacity, a bigger display, more battery juice and a dual rear camera setup along with a mega 24MP front camera. Live Focus is only available on the Galaxy A6+ (2018) so users can utilize it to shoot depth of field photos. What's more, the sound system is supported by Dolby Atmos optimized audio, although it doesn't say if the sound is only from the bottom.

Surprisingly, the series will also support Bixby which is usually seen on Samsung Galaxy flagships only. There are other convenient features as well such as App Pair, a function that lets you open two apps at the same time. Then there's Samsung Pay for easy e-payment via NFC.

The Galaxy A6 (2018) series will be available in Black, Gold, Blue and Lavender. Will it come to Malaysia? We hope so. Until then, stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A6+, Galaxy A6, Galaxy J6 and Galaxy J4 are now available in Malaysia starting from RM599

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics has quietly released the Galaxy A6+, Galaxy A6, Galaxy J6 and the Galaxy J4 in Malaysia on their official website. The previous money shot leaked for each device is also accurate, turning out to be RM1399, RM1099, RM799 and RM599 respectively.

According to the website, the price in Malaysia is inclusive of 6% GST but there is an on-going promo of 6% off until 31 May 2018. This means that if you purchase either one of the devices right now, the aforementioned phones will cost you RM1315, RM1033, RM751 and RM563 respectively. Other than that, there are no further details of the promo.

All the four devices have the same features such as the "Three Levels of Brightness" for the front camera, the front LED flash can adjust accordingly to avoid degradation and glare when shooting selfies in the day and night. Besides that, they also have AR Stickers, Dual Messengers, an ample of Samsung Cloud storage of 15GB, Samsung Health, Secure Folder and more. Also, the Galaxy A6 series have Bixby assistant. Below are the official tech-specs:

For more information, you can check out either of the links below to get started. Stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6+ make an appearance on FCC

Not actual product. For Illustration Purposes Only.

Rumours of the Samsung Galaxy A6 has been floating around the internet for a while now. A recent update by GSMArena states that the Samsung Galaxy A6 and Galaxy A6+ has been certified by the Federal Communications Commission.

To further back the evidence of the soon to be announced device, the Galaxy A6 and A6+ received Wi-Fi certification from the Wi-Fi Alliance. These devices were also listed on GeekBench much earlier.

In terms of Technical Specifications, the Galaxy A6(SM-A600FN) will ship with an Exynos 7870 chipset along with 3GB of RAM while the Galaxy A6+(SM-A605G) will have a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 chipset as well as 4GB of RAM. Both these devices will be running on Android Oreo Operating System with Samsung's own TouchWiz UI.

Based on the Wi-Fi Certification for the Galaxy A6, the device will only support Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n but sadly not ac. The A6+ on the otherhand, supports up to Wi-Fi 802.11ac since it's running on a Snapdragon 625 Chipset.

As of right now there is no official news in terms of pricing of the Samsung Galaxy A6 and A6+ or when would the device be made available in the Malaysian market.


Samsung Galaxy A6+ renders leaked

Images courtesy of Techtastic.nl and GSMArena

Renders of the Samsung Galaxy A6+ has been leaked, showcasing how the upcoming Galaxy A series phone would look like. Based on the leaks, the phone seem to have a unibody design, with a translucent antenna line on the top and bottom rear portion of the phones. Other than that, the dual-camera is placed similarly to the Galaxy S9+ along with the fingerprint scanner at the rear. It also shows that the A6+ will have two card slots on the side, one holds a dual SIM while the other holds the MicroSD card.

As covered previously, the Galaxy A6+ is likely to run on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, 4GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. As of now there is no price or even confirmed date on when the Galaxy A6+ or even the Galaxy A6 will hit the Malaysian market. You can find out more about the differences between these devices by using our comparison tool and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Samsung Galaxy A60 confirmed to be launched on April 19; may come with 35MP camera

The Samsung Galaxy A60 now has a confirmed launch date which is on the 19th of April. What you can expect on the device is high specs at an incredibly affordable price tag just like its siblings, the Samsung Galaxy A10, A30 and A50.

It is speculated that the smartphone may be priced at Rs. 25000 (~RM1442) and has some pretty impressive tech specs. For starters, it may be powered by the Snapdragon 675 but it is not known if the smartphone (if it does come to Malaysia) may carry the same chipset or replaced by an Exynos SoC. Besides that, it may come with 6GB/8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

That's some pretty impressive specs for a mid-range device!

Display-wise, it might come with a ginormous FHD+ Super AMOLED screen measuring at 6.7 inches with the Infinity-U display. To keep costs low, the back may be made out of Glasstic. A triple rear camera setup can be seen vertically in the back from leaked photos with 35MP + 5MP (depth) + 8MP (ultra wide) sensors. As for the selfie camera, it may be sporting an impressive 32MP sensor. Since there is an absence of the rear fingerprint scanner in the back of the device, we can safely assume that the device may feature a UD fingerprint scanner. The device may also have a huge 4500mAh battery capacity.

Besides that, the device may come with the usual USB-C port as well as (HURRAY!!) 3.5mm headphone jack. It's a little disappointing that there’s no Malaysia release date or even Malaysia pricing (yet) but you’ll be the first to know when we find out when you follow TechNave.com. So what are you most excited about the Samsung Galaxy A60?


Samsung Galaxy A60 launched in China with Infinity-O display, 32MP selfie camera and no speaker grills at ~RM1236

In China, the Samsung Galaxy A60 was launched alongside the Samsung Galaxy A40s. The A60 comes with two very interesting features which are the Infinity-O display and the Screen Cast technology which uses its entire screen as a speaker.

Due to the Screen Cast technology, the A60 does not come with any speaker grills, making use of the screen as a speaker just like the LG G8 ThinQ. Tech specs of the device include a 6.3 inch LCD Infinity-O FHD+ display, the Snapdragon 675, 6GB RAM + 128GB internal storage, 3500mAh battery capacity and a type-C port. On the back you’ll find a triple rear camera setup with 32MP + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 5MP (depth) sensors as well as a rear mounted fingerprint reader. The selfie camera comes with an impressive 32MP sensor.

Launched alongside the Samsung Galaxy A60 was also the Samsung Galaxy A40s which is basically a rebranded Samsung Galaxy M30 according to the specs. This shows that the Samsung Galaxy M line will not be seen in China. The device comes equipped with a 6.4 inch Super AMOLED FHD+ Infinity-U display, the Exynos 7904 chipset, 6GB RAM + 64GB internal storage, 5000mAh battery capacity and 15W fast charging.

The Samsung Galaxy A40s also comes with a triple rear camera setup with 13MP + 5MP (ultra-wide) + 5MP (depth) sensors whereas the selfie camera comes with a 16MP sensor which is pretty decent. Just recently, Samsung had just launched the Samsung Galaxy A80 and Samsung Galaxy A70 in Bangkok.

The Samsung Galaxy A60 is priced at CNY1999 (~RM1236) and the A40s at CNY1499 (~RM927). So far, no Malaysia release date or Malaysia price can be seen for the A60 but when we do find out, we’ll let you know on TechNave.com. So which is your pick?


Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) first impression hands-on video

The Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) rounds up the current range of Galaxy A6 or Galaxy A (2016) smartphones in Malaysia with its larger 5.5-inch display with full HD resolution. Priced at RM1899, the phone manages to pack in a fingerprint sensor, 4G LTE Cat6, a 13MP rear camera with optical image stabilization and a 3300 mAh battery despite being only 7.3mm thin. Check out our first impression hands-on video of the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) below:


Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) unboxing video

Through some skill and luck we managed to get our hands on the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016) at the recent Samsung Galaxy A6 or Galaxy A(2016) launch here in Malaysia. Priced at RM1899 the Galaxy A7 (2016) is currently the biggest in the Galaxy A6 series with its 5.5-inch full HD display, at least until or if the Galaxy A9 (2016) makes its way here. Find out what comes in the box asides from the free 32GB microSD card in our unboxing video for the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2016).


An unofficial teaser said the OnePlus 10 Plus will launch on 11 January 2022

Today, a short teaser of the OnePlus 10 Pro got released online but it doesn't seem to be official yet. Set to launch in China first, the flagship is allegedly to release on 11 January 2022.

The short clip was posted by a tipster named Mayank Kumar on his Twitter account and the design seems to match the rumours. In case you missed it, the camera module's design is square-shaped with the Hasselblad brand nearby the side frame. It's also featuring a triple rear camera that consists of a 48MP (main) + 50MP (ultrawide) + 8MP (telephoto), alongside an LED flashlight with a "P2D 50T" label.

OnePlus 10 Pro Official Teaser Video. pic.twitter.com/pExux8WM3K

As for the other tech specs, it remains to be speculation so do take this with a pinch of salt. The OnePlus 10 Pro could feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. It may also retain the same 6.7-inch display from the predecessor supporting a 120Hz refresh rate and a 32MP front camera. Lastly, the battery could be 5000mAh supporting 125W fast charging technology.

That's all we know for now, but what do you think of the OnePlus 10 Pro? Although it's not really official, we should probably just wait and see from OnePlus about the launching. It won't be that far off so stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) and Galaxy A5 (2017) officially launched for RM1899 and RM1699, pre-orders start tomorrow

Samsung Malaysia Electronics officially launched their much teased Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) and Galaxy A5 (2017) for RM1899 and RM1699. Pre-orders with the free Samsung Level U Pro start tomorrow to be delivered on 25 January 2016 before Chinese New Year. The first Samsung midrangers to offer IP68 water resistance they also offer sleek metal frames, fingerprint sensors, Samsung Pay (NFC+MST) and 16MP front and back autofocus cameras.

The A (2017) phones will be available in black sky and gold sand with the following tech specs:

Stay tuned for the hands-on post and more at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) and Galaxy A5 (2017) quick looks

Fresh from the official launch of their Samsung Galaxy A7 (2017) and Galaxy A5 (2017), we managed to get some time with both phones, taking them for a spin and checking out the features. Taking a big step forward (which will probably result in many others following in their footsteps) the new Galaxy A (2017) phones feature IP68 water and dust resistance, 16MP front and back cameras and support for Samsung Pay. Check it out below:

Taking a closer look at the Samsung Galaxy A5 (2017) and the Galaxy A7 (2017)

While the tech specs do not actually list a gyroscope, the video below clearly shows that Pokemon Go in AR mode works fine, indicating a gyroscope. We can't say for sure that it supports Google Cardboard and other VR applications until we actually try it, but it is good news for those looking to get one of the Galaxy A (2017) phones and use it for VR as well.

Sleek, lightweight and a lot more premium than what they cost, quite a number of our readers have confused the Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017) with the much higher-end Samsung Galaxy S7. While both retain the same 7.9mm thin metal frame body, the Galaxy A7 (2017) packs in a larger 5.7-inch display and the Galaxy A5 (2017) goes for a 5.2-inch display. However, since nearly every other tech spec or feature is identical Samsung have simplified things to just choosing between a larger or slightly smaller sized phone.


Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) & Galaxy A9 (2018) announced with up to 4 rear cameras available starting November 2018

Today, Samsung has officially revealed the much-talked mid-range device, the triple camera Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) and the quadruple camera Galaxy A9 (2018) at the global launch in Malaysia. It looks like it was designed to enter the trend of camera-centric smartphones that has been happening recently. Unfortunately, no price was announced for the Galaxy A9 (2018) but is scheduled for November 2018 release.

So why does it have so many cameras? Well, the company is using the other sensors for better portrait and wide-angle view and nothing else. With this, this allows the two mid-range smartphones to have Live Focus which is usually seen on their premium series, as well as having a wider view. In addition, the telephoto lens has a 2x optical zoom and it's also confirmed that there is a Scene Optimizer feature on the Galaxy A9 (2018). As for the color options, the Samsung Galaxy A7 is offered in black, blue, gold and pink while the Samsung Galaxy A9 will come in Lemonade Blue, Caviar Black and Bubblegum Pink. Below are the hands on pictures.

Right side of the device showcasing the side-mounted fingerprint sensor and volume buttons

Left side of the device which houses the SIM Card Tray

Bottom side showcasing the MicroUSB port, speaker, and 3.5mm jack connector slot

Rear of the device which houses the triple camera setup as well as LED flash

Top of the device where the SIM card tray is located

Right of the device where the power button as well as the volume rocker is located

Bottom of the device where the speaker grill is located along with the USB Type-C and 3.5mm audio connector

Bixby Button located on the left side of the device

Quad camera, LED flash and Fingerprint sensor located at the rear of the device

Stay tuned for more Samsung News at TechNave.com


Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) pre-order is sold out!

So in this short announcement - previously, the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) was supposed to be on a pre-order period from 15 until 21 October 2018 for RM1299. However, in just three days, the latest mid-range triple camera phone has been completely sold out!

RM1299 is really an attractive price and coming from Samsung, it's no wonder why the Galaxy A7 (2018) was sold out. Besides the price tag, those who pre-order it also managed to secure a free Samsung Screen Protection, a mini tripod and a shiny thermos mug. All these freebies are worth RM302. To recap the tech specs, this 6-inch Super AMOLED device is the first Samsung device to pack a triple lens that consists a main 24MP sensor + 8MP ultra wide-angle lens + 5MP for depth. The memory is 4GB of RAM and 128GB ROM with 3300mAh battery pack. You can check out the full specs here.

There is still no word about the Galaxy A9 (2018)'s price and availability, all we know is that it will come in November 2018 so do stay tuned for that at Technave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) pre-order starting on 15 October 2018 for RM1299 + freebies

With the announcement of the triple-cam Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) and the new quad-cam Galaxy A9 (2018) yesterday in Malaysia (11 October 2018), the pre-order for the Galaxy A7 (2018) will start soon on the 15th until 21st October 2018. Slated for RM1299, those who purchase it will receive three rewards that are worth RM302!

According to the pre-order page, customers who purchase the triple camera-centric smartphone will have a free Samsung Screen Protection (RM112), a mini tripod (RM95) and a shiny thermos mug (RM95). This pre-order is available at any Samsung authorized dealers as well as its online store. Unfortunately, if you want the Galaxy A9 (2018) model, you will have to wait till November for the official price tag.

To check out the full specs and features of the new duo mid-range devices, you can read our coverage here and stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) review - Affordable ultra wide-angle triple rear camera smartphone

As we move towards the end of 2018, we have definitely witnessed the trend of the battle of the mid-range smartphones in Malaysia. A keen observer would notice that smartphone brands are catering to selfie lovers with aggressive prices and respectable tech specs. Samsung is no stranger to this as they are starting to shift towards its Galaxy A series on this, and the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) is certainly an eye-catching device.

It was with great honour that Samsung has chosen Malaysia as the official global launching spot for the Galaxy A7 (2018) and the Galaxy A9 (2018) with a triple camera and quadruple camera setup respectively. However, at the time of writing we only had the Galaxy A7 (2018), so here goes the review!

Knowing Samsung, it's no surprise that they have done a fantastic job on the design. I know we have mentioned this a couple of times, but people could easily mistake it as a premium device when it's actually not since it's only RM1299 (fantastic price). Samsung used a 2.5D glass to sandwich the body and to ensure a good grip on the device, they made it in such a way that the glass is not so slippery like other devices with the help of the side metal frame, complementing each material.

Also, thank God there's no notch on top of the display so that the screen integration is properly ingrained unlike most Android devices that are jumping on the bandwagon because it's trendy

The triple camera set behind with the LED flashlight, the glass-back is quite prone to fingerprint smudges, though

The volume rockers and the power / fingerprint button

The standard 3.5mm headphone jack, microUSB 2.0 and speaker grill

That said, Samsung is still continuing that rectangular-ish body shape that they love doing which some users might not like (because it's too long). There's also a fingerprint scanner located on the side beneath the power button, something we don't usually see in most midrangers.

It's a pity that the Galaxy A7 (2018) did not retain the water resistant feature and USB Type-C port from the Galaxy A8 (2018) series for some reason, but I'd like to assume that it has something to do with the manufacturing cost. Also, your sweaty fingerprints will definitely smudge on the back a lot, but then again, most users are likely to cover it up with a protective casing anyway.

Here are the specifications for the Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018):

As a mid-range tier device, the Galaxy A7 (2018) features an Exynos 7885 processor with 4GB of RAM and a pretty big 128GB storage there. If that's not enough space for you, there's still expandable memory up to 512GB. Not to mention, with that 6-inch Super AMOLED display and a triple camera setup with a respectable 3300mAh battery, the RM1299 price tag has a lot going for most consumers.

The highlight of this device is obviously the triple camera setup which consists of a primary 24MP sensor, an 8MP ultra wide-angle lens and a 5MP depth sensor. On paper, the 8MP ultra wide-angle lens doesn't sound impressive but it still does the job quite well, just that the resolution won't be on par with the primary sensor. Although that's the case, you'd be glad to know that there's a Scene Optimiser technology inside so that the colour quality won't drop so much. It can detect up to 19 different scenarios and automatically adjust the white balance, colour saturation and shadows on the image. If you just want to see the photo samples, you can skip to the performance section below.

The Samsung camera UI doesn't have much changes, but on this phone, you can see the "Trees Icon" which allows you to switch between ultra wide-angle and normal mode

There's also a dedicated Scene Optimizer option in the camera UI

Other than that, there's nothing much to look at since this is a camera-centric smartphone, but I guess we can talk about the side-mounted fingerprint scanner. It's a minimal change from the standard front or rear scanner, and also not the first but if you have been following my reviews for awhile - I really love the side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The accuracy is good but the unlocking speed somehow feels a bit slow, this goes the same for the face unlock so it might be good for Samsung to improve it via a software update in the future.

In terms of performance, the Galaxy A7 (2018) is not exactly one of the best mid-range devices we have seen, it's not even in the top 50 spot but then again... it's a camera-centric phone so it's understandable. On AuTuTu, it scored 122814 points and that's not too shabby. Thankfully, its Dolby Atmos audio system and FHD+ Super AMOLED display provides a great entertainment experience (best if you have an earpiece or headphone) for video playback and gaming, even though it only has a single speaker.

Playing games on the Galaxy A7 (2018) is commendable enough. When my colleague was playing PUGB Mobile, the setting for the game was set by default according to its tech specs and it wasn't really nice at first. It was only after experimenting with the graphics and frame settings did the game become much more playable with a HD and High FPS combination. In other words, perhaps it's best to manually do your own video settings in whatever games you're playing.

From left to right - 3DMark, Geekbench and AnTuTu score

PUBG Mobile is best played with HD and High FPS setting on this phone

Battery flow is quite steady for an average usage

Since it does not give the best performance in the mid-range, this is a blessing in disguise because it doesn't bring up any heat issues even after messing around with the graphics settings. Average usage of daily social tasks is enough to get by for a day, but the charging speed is quite slow. From our experiment, it takes 2 hours and 10 minutes to fully charge the phone from 0% to 100%.

Finally, we have reached the camera performance section. As we mentioned, the 8MP ultra wide-angle lens won't give the "best" picture quality for some mobile photographers, but this is a really good option for people who like to shoot landscape photography or group shots. You no longer have to keep stepping back to make space but for some reason the ultra wide-angle lens will almost always give off a fisheye effect. Some users might not like it, but some are alright so... it depends on your preference.

While daytime shots are pretty good, night shots are the opposite. Noise appears quite regularly, while the colours become dull, and the Scene Optimiser does not help a lot by "digitalizing" the darkness. But you know, some people may actually find this "artistic" although we hope Samsung will be able to provide a software update in the near future. Anyway, check out the photo samples below!

Before and after using the ultra wide-angle lens from the same position

Another ultra wide-angle shot, you can see the fisheye effect there

Like most smartphones, as long as there's light, there's no problem

This one was taken with HDR mode, not too bad

Depending on your perspective, the fisheye effect can either be annoying or "artsy", the two buildings are a bit "bengkok"

If you're artistic enough, taking conceptual photography like this can be an advantage

Taken with Scene Optimizer mode, looks great but a bit too overexposed there

Details lost in translation during low-light shots

With all the pros and cons mentioned above, it's clear that the Galaxy A7 (2018) is made for users with different needs, particularly those who love going to the outdoors and taking landscape photography with the ultra wide-angle lens. The side-mounted fingerprint scanner is a bonus and entertainment for both games and video playback is fairly good as well. Not to mention, the design is very well done and this will surely attract young people.

Of course, that's not to say there are no challengers. Take the Pocophone F1 and honor Play, for instance, both are priced at RM1299 and take better pictures even though they are meant for gaming. On the other hand, the Huawei Nova 3i (RM1099) also takes better pictures, particularly at night. However, all three phones are lacking the ultra wide-angle lens and the Galaxy A7 (2018) is the most affordable triple camera device on the market now. So it depends on what you need.

So what do you think? Is Samsung going in the right direction for its mid-range Galaxy A series? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more gadget reviews at TechNave.com and Merry Christmas!


Samsung Galaxy A7 officially announced, coming to Malaysia in February 2015 for RM1499?

The highest-end smartphone in the current batch of Samsung Galaxy A series was officially announced with the Samsung Galaxy A7 recently. There will be two versions of the Galaxy A7 with one featuring a 64-bit octa-core Snapdragon 615 processor and Dual SIM support while another version offers a 32-bit octa-core Exynos 5430 processor and single SIM support. Other tech specs for both Galaxy A7 versions includes a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with 720 x 1280 pixel resolutions, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage, microSD support, a 13MP rear camera, 5MP front camera, 4G LTE Cat4 connectivity and a 2600 mAh battery. While there are no Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, it seems likely that the Galaxy A7 will be coming soon as it is packing Android 4.4 and not Android 5.0 Lollipop. Other notable features includes a private mode for better security, multi-screen mode for multi-tasking and ultra wide shot for the selfie front camera. While we don't have any specific Malaysia release dates or pricing details the Galaxy A7 is expected to come to Malaysia in February 2015 for RM1499 based on previous coverage of the Malaysia Galaxy A5 and Galaxy A3 launch. Check out our hands-on pictures of the Galaxy A7 below:


Samsung Galaxy A70 available starting from RM1999

Samsung has announced not too long ago that the Samsung Galaxy A70, is officially available in Malaysia starting from a recommended retail price of RM1999. The main focus on the aforementioned device would be the ability to take videos as well as pictures with the triple rear camera and share them across various social media.

The A70 has much more functionality typically found on higher-end smartphones such as the previously mentioned triple rear camera, 6.7-inch Infinity-U display, and a huge 4500mAh non-removable battery paired with 25W Super-Fast Charging. Availability wise, the smartphone will be available at all Samsung Experience Stores and authorised dealers nationwide for the price of RM1999.

In terms of the tech specs, the Samsung Galaxy A70 comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, 32MP + 8MP + 5MP rear sensors, 32MP front-facing selfie camera, 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display with a screen resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and it is powered by a 4500mAh non-removable battery. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A70 is now available in Malaysia for RM1999

Thanks to Malaysia's intrepid resellers, the Samsung Galaxy A70 is now available in Malaysia from RM1999. While it isn't official yet, the fact that it is being sold by an AEON does make it a fairly solid source with pretty good warranty options (plus 12 months instalment plan). While it is a midranger with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 chipset it still packs in a large 4500 mAh battery, 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage (up to 512GB microSD).

Other tech specs and features include a 6.7-inch Infinity U display complete with an in-display fingerprint scanner. The large 4500 mAh battery also supports fast charging and there's also a triple SIM tray.

There's a rear triple camera setup on the back consisting of 32MP + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 5MP (depth) cameras. A 32MP front camera lets you take fairly high resolution selfies. As always, stay tuned to TechNave.com for all the latest in tech including prices, news and reviews.


Samsung Galaxy A70 launched with Snapdragon 675 and 4500mAh battery capacity

Samsung is on a roll with their A series. Now joining the A series is the Samsung Galaxy A70 which features the Snapdragon 677 chipset, the Infinity-U display and an impressive 4500mAh battery capacity.

The Samsung Galaxy A70 comes with some pretty decent tech specs which include 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage which is expandable via a microSD card upto 512GB. The 4500mAh battery capacity supports 25W fast charging, something the Samsung Galaxy S series (bar the Galaxy S10 5G) lacks, and an in-display fingerprint scanner. It comes with a Super AMOLED 6.7 inch display and comes in a triple SIM tray.

A rear triple camera setup can be found in the back which consists of 32MP + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 5MP (depth) sensors. The selfie camera hidden in the Infinity-U notch is also 32MP. As for the design, the smartphone comes in 4 different colours which are Coral, Blue, Black and White.

No pricing or release date has been announced but Samsung did confirm that they will be revealing more information at the “A Galaxy Event” next month on the 10th of April. We’re guessing that this device may be priced under RM2000 but our guess is as good as yours. We’ll be updating the price and availability of the device when it is announced on TechNave.com so make sure you stay tuned!


An upcoming Galaxy Unpack Part 2 by Samsung is happening on 20 October 2021

Just a few hours ago, Samsung silently announced that there will be a Galaxy Unpacked Part 2 coming soon. It's scheduled to be live on 20 October 2021 and in terms of Malaysia's timing, it will be 10 PM. No one really knows what device could Samsung show but don't get your hopes up for a new Galaxy S21 FE.

From the Samsung Newsroom, it says “Our users are multifaceted and live life in so many colorful, interesting, and unique ways. As such, the technology they use every day should reflect their individuality. Join Galaxy Unpacked Part 2 on October 20 to see how Samsung is opening up new experiences for self-expression through technology". From the description, the products seem to be very lifestyle-focused.

Just so you know, next week will be a slew of big tech events. There is a new Apple Event live streaming on 19 October 2021 at 1 AM, followed by the Google Pixel 6 series on 20 October, 1 AM as well. Then finally, the Galaxy Unpacked Part 2 is the last one for the week.

Which one are you looking forward to the most? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for our official news coverage at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A70 with Snapdragon 675 and 4500mAh battery price announced from ~RM1839

Sure the Samsung Galaxy A80 is cool and all but it's the Samsung Galaxy A70 smartphone that everyone asks the price for. Samsung had announced that pre-orders for the device is now open. The 6GB + 128GB variant will be priced at 2999 Yuan (~RM1839) and the 8GB + 128GB variant at 3299 Yuan (~RM2023).

The Samsung Galaxy A70 looks like any ordinary smartphone on the market, unlike the Samsung Galaxy A80. However, it does have some impressive tech specs which include the Snapdragon 675 chipset, a 4500mAh battery capacity with 25W fast charging and supports expandable memory up to 512GB. It features a 32MP selfie camera housed in the Infinity-U notch and as for the rear camera, you’ll find a triple camera setup with 35MP + 5MP (ultra-wide) + 8MP sensors.

In terms of design, it does have an array of colours to choose from which are Laser Black, Pearl White, Coral Orange and more. No sign of a Malaysia price yet or Malaysia release date yet but we’ll let you know on TechNave.com when we do. Is the price of this device what you expected it to be?


Samsung Galaxy A70S may be the first smartphone to have 64MP camera

The Samsung Galaxy A70 was recently launched and now it is about to get a reboot on the Samsung Galaxy A70S. No word of what new features and upgrades have been heard of but we what we have heard is that the mid-range phone may be Samsung’s first device to utilize their 64MP sensor.

Sources claim that this device may be released in the second half of 2019. For those of you not up to speed, the 64MP sensor is officially known as Samsung’s new GW1 64MP camera sensor. It utilizes a large ISOCELL image with Tetracell technology - combining 4 pixels into one for better detailing, low noise in low light environments as well as better dynamic range.

Samsung’s A series has had a history of testing out Samsung’s new tech to test the market before it is released on future flagships. If this turns out great on the A70S, no doubt we may see this sensor implemented on the Samsung Galaxy S11 or even sooner on the Samsung Galaxy Note10. So what do you think of this sensor? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest Samsung news and updates!


Samsung Galaxy A70s launched with 64MP camera and 4500mAh battery

Another phone, another huge camera. The Samsung Galaxy A70s was launched officially in India, giving us a look at the crazy tech specs and features this mid-range device has to offer. Among them is the 64MP main sensor, making this Samsung’s first 64MP camera phone as well as a whopping 4500mAh battery.

Let’s talk about the main attraction first: The cameras. The device comes with a triple rear camera setup with 64MP + 8MP (ultrawide) + 5MP (depth) sensors. The selfie camera comes with a cool 32MP sensor in the waterdrop notch. The 64MP sensor is capable of taking full resolution shots or 16MP pixel-binned photos.

In addition, tech specs of the device include a 6.7 inch FHD+ Super AMOED display, an in-display fingerprint reader, the Snapdragon 675 chipset, 6GB/8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage and a 4500mAh battery capacity with 25W fast charge support. With that kind of battery and charge, it’s as though Samsung wants users to stay away from wall chargers for as long as possible.

The Samsung Galaxy A70s is priced at Rs. 28999 (~RM1712) for the 6GB + 128GB variant and Rs. 30999 (~RM1830) for the 8GB + 128GB variant. The device comes in 3 designs which are Crush Red, Prism Crush Black and Prism Crush White. So far there has been no word of a Malaysia release date or Malaysia price yet but we’ll keep our eyes peeled and let you know on TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy A71 Haze Crush Silver now in Malaysia for RM1799

A few months ago, Samsung Malaysia have launched the mid-range phone the Samsung Galaxy A71 in Malaysia. At first, the company released 3 color variants to the market which is Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Black, as well as Prism Crush Silver. Now there’s a new Haze Crush Silver and it maintains the same price tag RM1799.

In terms of tech specs, the new colour model has the same specs as before. The phone features the 6.7-inch SUPER AMOLED screen with a 1080p display, 8GB of RAM, and 128GB internal storage. Besides that, the camera comes with a rear quad-camera which is a 64MP (main camera) + 12MP (ultra-wide angle lens) + 5MP (macro lens) + 5MP (depth lens). On the other hand, the battery is 4500mAh and it supports 25W supercharge.

The Samsung Galaxy A71 Haze Crush Silver

If you wish to get this Haze Crush Silver, don’t you worry because it is available on Samsung’s official website. What do you think about this new colour? Is the Haze Crush Silver sexy and elegant? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A72 4G appeared on Thailand's NBTC certification

There are plenty of rumours going on before the Samsung Galaxy A72 4G launched. Today, the device received approval from Thailand's NBTC and it is expected to launch in March.

According to sources, the device could come in 4 colour variants which include blue, white, lavender, and black. On top of that, it may come with a 6.7-inch FHD+ display, 90Hz refresh rate, in-display fingerprint scanner, and rated IP67 water-resistant.

Speaking of a chipset, the device could sport a Snapdragon 720G chipset with 6GB/ 8GB of RAM. As for the internal storage, it might come with two choices which are 128GB and 256GB. Additionally, it may come with a MicroSD card slot as well.

Besides that, it might perhaps feature a 32MP selfie snapper and quad-rear camera setup with 64MP (main camera) + 12MP (super-wide lens) + 5MP (macro lens) + 5MP (depth lens). The device may be powered by a 5000mAh battery and support 25W charging.

As for the price tag, it might come with a price tag of 449 Euro (~RM2192). Would you get this device when it is launched in the Malaysian market? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A72 4G spotted on official website. Launch happening very soon!

It seems that the Samsung Galaxy A72 4G has been spotted on Samsung’s official website, hinting that the aforementioned smartphone could be unveiled in the global market very soon. As for the pricing, our source noted that the smartphone in question will cost around 449 Euros (~RM2,204) in the European market, which will most likely be less than RM2000 when it comes to the Malaysian market.

In terms of the tech specs, the smartphone in question will come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G chipset, 8GB RAM, up to 256GB ROM, 6.7-inch display, as well as a large battery. There is no news on the camera specs, however, it will come with a triple rear camera setup as well as an under-display fingerprint scanner.

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

Would you be interested in getting the Samsung Galaxy A72 4G as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A72 listed on BIS, could be ready for launch soon

Most should know by now that Samsung will likely unveil the Galaxy S21 series at CES 2021. But the company could be gearing up to launch a new mid-range as well. Sources indicate that Samsung has begun to register the certifications for the Galaxy A72, which suggests an imminent launch.

The listing was discovered by @the_tech_guy, who found the device with model number "SM-A725F/DS" certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). This should be the Galaxy A72, which is expected to house a Snapdragon 720G chipset. In addition to that, it's said that there would be a 5G variant with a more powerful Exynos chipset, meaning there are at least two variants of the phone. For the SEA region, we're predicting that the 4G variant will be the first to be launched.

Samsung Galaxy A72 listed on BIS certification.Model number : SM-A725F pic.twitter.com/a0x62pqVHj

There hasn't been much news on the Galaxy A72 so far. However, some leaked renders of the phone appeared previously, which confirmed the design of the phone. The renders aren't the clearest, but we can vaguely see that it has four rear cameras (64MP+8MP+5MP+5MP) as some sources suggested. Aside from that, the phone is also expected to come with a 6.7-inch AMOLED display.

Depending on the price, this upper mid-range device could be great for those who want a phone with performance on par with a flagship and is more affordable. But what do you think? Would you settle for a mid-range in 2021 or is a flagship still better for things like mobile games? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Galaxy A72 renders leaked and it might be price at ~RM2424

There are plenty of rumours going around about the Samsung Galaxy A72, such as the device might only come with 4 cameras instead of 5. Here is a new leak that the device is going to launch in early 2021 with the price tag of $599 (~RM2424).

The device could sport a 6.7-inch punch-hole flat display and measures 165 x 77.4 x 8.1mm (9.9mm with the camera bump). From the image, it features a quad-rear camera setup and might come with a 64MP main camera. On top of that, it might perhaps come with an aluminum frame, plastic back cover, 3.5mm audio jack port, and an in-display fingerprint sensor.

Well, this is just a leak, so why not just take it with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Are you excited about the Galaxy A72? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A72 will be the company's first smartphone with five rear cameras

When it comes to the Galaxy A series, Samsung likes to experiment with new smartphone camera trends on the devices. The company was actually the first smartphone manufacturer to bring a device with a quad-camera setup into the market and it's the Galaxy A9. Now, it is reported that Samsung is working on the Galaxy A72 which will have a penta-camera setup.

If you are wondering whether this would be the first smartphone to come with five rear cameras, the answer is no. Last year, Nokia has already launched the Nokia 9 PureView and that's the first. The Galaxy A72 could bring a 64MP main sensor, a 12MP ultra-wide lens, an 8MP telephoto lens (3x zoom), a 5MP macro lens, and a 5 MP depth sensor. Other than that, it is also said that the device would be the first A-series phone to have optical image stabilization (OIS).

Besides the Galaxy A72, the source claims that Samsung would launch A52 as well at the same event. This one would come with a quad-camera setup that is similar to the Galaxy A51. However, it was reported earlier that the device will have an upgraded 64MP main sensor. The next-gen A-series smartphones are expected to be launched in the first half of 2021.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming A-series smartphones on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone updates.


Samsung Galaxy A73 5G Review - A mid-range phone with flagship features and a solid camera

Those who follow the development of smartphone technology will know that the Samsung Galaxy A series is among the best-selling series available. Recently, Samsung updated the Galaxy A series with three new models: the Galaxy A73 5G, Galaxy A53 5G, and A33 5G.

The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is the most powerful model this year and has the largest screen size of the three new models. It uses a different chipset than its counterparts, specifically the Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset. For mid-range phones, this chipset is currently one of the best options. Let's find out if it's the one for you in our full review below.

The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G looks beautiful at first glance. Its polycarbonate body looked and felt premium in our hands. In particular, the Mint colour we received looked beautiful from every angle. It also has a shiny metallic finish on the sides for extra style points and a matte finish for the back panel to prevent fingerprint smudges.

The volume controls and a power button are on the right side. It's usually easy to reach these buttons with just one hand. But we recommend operating the phone with two hands instead, especially if your hand is on the smaller side.

Next, you can see a microphone, USB-C charging port, and speaker grille on the bottom. Up top, you'll find a second microphone and the SIM tray. Finally, there are four cameras and an LED flash at the back. It's placed in a rectangle module in a trapezoid layout that looks clean, backed by the Samsung branding etched into the bottom.

The rectangular hump that houses the camera

A clear and beautiful 6.7-inch AMOLED screen

While its design looks quite simple, the device gives a premium feel when held. The front features a 6.7-inch AMOLED panel protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. There's also a fingerprint scanner under the display that operates very fast.

The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G comes in a plain thin white cardboard box. But like a few other Samsung devices, the company decided to exclude the charging adapter. You'll find the Samsung Galaxy A73, a USB-C cable, SIM tool, and some user documents inside the box.

The package you receive if you buy a Samsung Galaxy A73 5G

In terms of features, the big one is Link to Windows. This feature lets you sync the Galaxy A73 to any Windows device. This allows for access to the smartphone to check notifications, transfer files, reply to messages, or answer calls via a computer.

Moreover, users who own Samsung Galaxy tablets and smartphones can sync tasks with the App Continuity feature. You can connect app activity to the Galaxy device closest to you by using a Samsung Galaxy tablet or a smartphone. This stores and synchronises tasks or activities between the two devices.

The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G also has a Buds Auto Switching feature. This is useful if you plan to use the phone with a secondary Samsung device, like a Galaxy Tab series tablet. You can enjoy games on your tablet and quickly switch to your phone for any incoming call. Your Galaxy Buds wireless earphones will use the automatic conversion feature to switch to the phone, allowing you to receive the call.

There is also a Bixby Routine feature in this device that uses AI intelligence to learn your usage patterns and preferences. This feature can automatically adjust settings, control apps, optimise battery consumption, etc.

You can also set up your own routines based on where you are and what you do. For example, a bedtime routine with a specific duration for the silent mode to be enabled, night mode to be turned on, and your lock screen shortcuts changed.

This year's Galaxy A series also has improvements to the virtual RAM feature. The new models can provide up to 6GB of virtual RAM, which results in a maximum of 14GB in total RAM.

The phone also has an Adaptive Power Saving feature that works as a battery saving mode. When the phone's battery power is 50% or below, it automatically enters Adaptive Power Saving mode for optimal battery saving.

Another battery-saving measure is the AI Power Management feature. Do you have an app that's only used occasionally but is one you don't want to delete? This feature ensures that such apps only operate in the background when not in active use, which helps reduce battery consumption. Specifically, Samsung's AI Power Management places rarely used apps in inactive mode, which helps save battery.

The Galaxy A73 5G works really fast and smooth. We didn't experience any issues or lag, especially when activating the camera and taking pictures, which happens with some mid-range phones. General navigation through the user interface, scrolling or switching applications is an easy and smooth experience.

Its performance is similar to the Galaxy A52s, which uses the same Snapdragon 778G chipset. But the Galaxy A73 5G feels smoother than the former, probably thanks to additional optimisations that Samsung has made on the software side.

Touching on gaming, the Galaxy A73 5G does its job well. We tried some games to test the phone's gaming performance. This includes mobile games popular in Malaysia, such as PUBG Mobile and Mobile Legends.

For PUBG Mobile, the overall experience was smooth. The phone does get warm on the back near the camera after 45 minutes of play, but it probably won't distract you from gaming. Battery consumption was also decent, dropping by 10% after playing for about 25 minutes.

PUBG Mobile screenshot and graphical settings

Mobile Legends screenshot and graphical settings

The next thing you may ask is, "How solid is the battery life?" Don't worry because the Galaxy A73 has a large enough 5000mAh battery that can last up to two days with a single charge.

The Samsung Galaxy A73 also supports 25W fast charging, which allegedly recharges the phone by 50% in 30 minutes. However, it should be noted that the charger is not included in the box. Below is a charging test on the Galaxy A73 5G.

Not the fastest charging speed we've seen

In terms of camera features, the Galaxy A73 has some that tend to be available on flagship phones like the Samsung Galaxy S22. For example, users who already own the Samsung Galaxy A series will have the opportunity to use the Single Take feature. This Single Take feature works like a timer camera with a count of 10 seconds.

But unlike a standard camera, Single Take lets you capture a variety of content using that 10-second timer. The image processing unit will automatically produce different images or videos, some with filters like the boomerang filter. Once done, you get to choose which picture or video is best.

Examples of photo, video and Boomerang options to select in Single Take mode

The Galaxy A73 has five cameras, four rear cameras and one front camera. You get one 108MP main camera, a 12MP ultra-wide camera, a 5MP depth camera, and a 5MP macro camera. In natural daylight, the 108MP camera can capture images in great detail.

Of course, the Galaxy A73 5G can't deliver photos with the kind of quality you see on the iPhone 13 or Galaxy S22 Ultra. But it's a versatile camera setup for a mid-range phone, so we're quite satisfied with it. The only problem it has is low-light photography.

Based on the pictures taken, it's clear that the phone's night mode is far from good. Photos captured at night have a lot of noise, which means not using it might be better. But it has trouble delivering high-quality photos if night mode is turned off, so you have to use it anyway.

The Galaxy A73 5G offers a large, beautiful and smooth screen with an excellent main camera. You'll probably enjoy the quality of its photos, especially selfies from the front camera. It's a great upper mid-range Android device, especially with solid specs like the Snapdragon 778 chipset and features like the IP rating.

Plus, the device also looks sleek and lightweight. More importantly, it's not only capable of running daily apps but also mobile games at medium graphics settings. With a price tag of RM2099, the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is a solid device if you're looking for a phone with smooth performance and good camera quality.

Its only drawbacks are the rather dull colour options and lack of charger. But honestly, the latter is something we can probably expect from more brands and smartphone models in the future. In other words, don't worry about it too much and grab yourself a fast charger you actually want.

Of course, there are a few other phone options you can go for in this price range. Case in point, you can go for the vivo V23 5G (RM2099), the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G (RM1599) or the realme 9 Pro+ 5G (RM1599).

Let us know if this review helps, and stay tuned to TechNave for more reviews like this.


An update just caused Barcode Scanner app to infect a malware into millions of Android phone users

During this pandemic, MySejahtera app is one of the most-used apps on our mobile devices right now. But some places require us to use another QR scanner app for registration purpose. If you have this app called Barcode Scanner, you ought to delete it now.

According to sources, a few patrons of Malwarebytes were experiencing sudden intrusive ads opening on their web browsers for no reason in last December. None of them seems to recall installing any recent apps, except one that has updated Barcode Scanner. Eventually, Malwarebytes went to investigate and detected it as a malware which Google removed from the Play Store.

Initially, Barcode Scanner's purpose was just to scan for barcodes and QR codes and it has been around for a few years. It's only recently when the app got a new update that made this happen. Deleting the app doesn't mean the malware or displayed ads have been removed, unless if you have a malware scanner or remove the app manually.

As aforementioned, the app has already been removed from the Google Play Store. You should also delete the app if you have it. Stay safe and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is the latest smartphone to be compatible with DNB’s 5G network

Today, another smartphone has been added to the certified compatibility list with Malaysia’s 5G network, which is the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G. Announced by Digital Nasional Berhad (DNB) in a press statement, the A73 5G follows other Samsung devices that are already compatible with the 5G network in Malaysia.

Previously, we reported that the POCO F4 GT is compatible with the 5G network in Malaysia, alongside these Samsung devices:

With the addition of the Galaxy A73 5G to the list, the smartphone becomes one of the cheapest devices that is officially compatible with DNB’s 5G network. Well, let’s hope that the rollout of 5G will be expedited by DNB and more devices will be compatible with our country's 5G network soon.

Yesterday, we also reported that DNB is still in negotiations with the major telco companies in Malaysia in regards to the 5G service agreement in Malaysia. The companies have until 30 June 2022 to join the agreement, as announced by Communications and Multimedia Minister Tan Sri Annuar Musa.

What do you guys think of the 5G network rollout in Malaysia? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


Samsung Galaxy A73 5G to use more powerful SD 778G SoC, rather than SD 750G

Previously, rumours claimed that the upcoming Samsung Galaxy A73 5G will get powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G used by the A52 5G (as there was no Galaxy A72). However, this new information might be good news as it points to that the device will utilize a more powerful chip instead.

According to Geekbench results, it looks like the Galaxy A73 will use the chipset from the A52s 5G, which is the Snapdragon 778G. The chip is based on a 6nm process with four Cortex-A78 cores and four A55 cores, alongside a near-flagship Adreno 642L GPU, a triple ISP and a 5G modem (X53). Meanwhile, the Snapdragon 750G is only an 8nm chip.

Furthermore, it's said to bring a 6.7-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution. The camera setup could have a 108MP primary camera, a 12MP, 8MP (likely ultra-wide and telephoto), and 2MP sensors. Lastly, there should be a 5,000mAh battery with a 25W fast charging support.

What do you think about these leaked tech specs of the Galaxy A73 5G? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) officially announced for about RM2428

After a few teasers, the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2016) has been officially announced in South Korea for 649000 KRW (RM2428). Featuring similar tech specs with the Samsung Galaxy S6 in a thinner metal body with a bigger full HD screen and battery, the features that matter like processor, RAM, fingerprint sensor and camera remain the same, minus the curvier design of the Galaxy S6. For a full tech specs comparison, check out our comparison tool but so far there are no Malaysia release dates or pricing details but stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated.


Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) & A8+ (2018) review - A set of good premium Samsung selfie smartphones

Samsung mid-range smartphones have always caught the attention of the public for only one reason - is it worth buying? Since last year, the popularity of mid-range smartphones have kind of skyrocketed through the roof in Malaysia. Also, if you're an enthusiastic gadget follower, you would know that mid-range phones tend to look like premium phones too, which is what Samsung are doing with their latest Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018).

The Galaxy A8 (2018) is surprisingly only RM1799, while the bigger plus variant is RM2499. In this review, I'll be combining both phones as there are very little differences in terms of specifications and design, and if they are worth buying. Read below to find out more.

When I first got the Galaxy A8 (2018) at the end of December 2017, I thought the phone looks really great. This applies the same for the Galaxy A8+ (2018) as well, since both have the exact same design just that the A8+ is a bit wider and taller. Depending on your taste, some might prefer the Galaxy A8 (2018) because of its slimmer and more comfortable grip compared to the latter, not to say the Galaxy A8+ (2018) is uncomfortable but it's just big (but then some people like big smartphones too).

Another thought that comes to mind is that the two Galaxy A8s are like an offspring from the Galaxy Note8, and somehow my friends and family mistook it for the new iPhone X (lol) probably because of how the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) are sandwiched by the glass. Oh well, what can I say? Most phones look alike nowadays.

The fingerprint scanner is just below the main camera this time, a lot better than the Note8's fingerprint scanner position

Headphone jack and USB Type-C port at the bottom

If you can see it clearly, the speaker grill is on the same side with the power button. By the way, because of this position, the sound distribution (and quality) is better instead of coming from the side when watching horizontally

Volume rockers and SIM card tray on the left side, the secondary SIM card tray is at the top

Overall, the design is one of the best things about the two phones. But because of the glass design, it's prone to get smudged from your moist hands over time. Sometimes it's kind of hard to unlock your phone via the fingerprint scanner, the way to solve this is to have a protective casing, which is already available in the box.

Here are the specifications for the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018):

The Galaxy A8+ (2018) tech-specs show more memory

As you can see from the tech-specs above, there is not much difference between the two, everything is the same except for the memory, display size, measurements and the battery. So if you're the type that likes everything big, you should probably go for the Galaxy A8+ (2018).

On the features corner, Samsung proudly proclaims that this is their first water resistant dual front camera phone. While you probably think that's nothing much to marvel at, there are some advantages of this. Think about it, as a selfie smartphone, this is aimed at the selfie lovers, influencers, vloggers, particularly the lifestyle-type of consumers, and they won't have to worry about getting their phones wet anymore whenever they go to the pool or beach.

While we are on the topic of selfie lovers, we have to talk about the dual front camera. It packs a 16MP + 8MP sensor with an aperture of F/1.9, allowing you to switch in between the lenses for the Live Focus, just like the Galaxy Note8. If you're already familiar with the function, the Live Focus heavily focuses on creating a depth of field or bokeh effect which is still as good and doesn't really create that annoying "shield" around the subject when adjusting the background blur. However, it still has some tiny problems with taking night photos but more on that later.

Before and after adjusting the background blur, still doable after taking a picture

Yes, there are stickers for selfie lovers lol

Bixby is also present, but you can't really speak to it lol

Face Unlock works just fine, but I still prefer using the fingerprint scanner as my main security usage

Game Launcher is back, ever useful for gamers from being interrupted by incoming calls or messages

When playing a video, the screen ratio tends to start out like this, leaving some black bars on the left and right (top and bottom doesn't count because it's a screenshot)

Screen ratio can be adjusted it to fill up the whole screen, but it will cut out the top and bottom by a bit

Most people would also look down on selfie smartphones for not being able to perform other tasks aside from taking selfies, that's understandable most of the time. However, the Samsung Exynos 7885 is actually quite formidable for a mid-range processor and I can tell you that I didn't really have much problem with intense gaming. Combined with the awesome battery pack, the two phones can really last a long long time and if you're not using much, it can go for more than a day easily. Also, just for the record - since both the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) are using the same processor and GPU, the benchmark scores are more or less the same with just a bit of a difference for the larger memory A8+ (2018).

As you can see in this battery chart, the smooth drop is the result of five hours of gaming (Arena of Valor and Asphalt 8: Airborne), this was using the Galaxy A8 (2018)

Battery performance is also one of my favourite things, not only can it last long but it charges super fast too. Take the Galaxy A8+ (2018) for example, despite having a bigger battery capacity than its smaller brother, it can still charge fully within one and a half hours effortlessly. It also doesn't heat up that much when gaming, so that's a double thumbs up from me. That being said, your entertainment experience will be nicer on the Galaxy A8+ (2018) for sure due to its huge 6-inch display in 1080p.

If you see the WiFi signal strength on the top right, it's actually quite good but I still got the warning message

Connectivity is usually alright when using GPS, YouTube, Facebook and others, but for gaming like Arena of Valor, it tends to have bad connectivity but I guess that could be the server's problem. Then again, it was kind of constant for almost a week when I was playing nearby a WiFi modem, so maybe Samsung should look into this and fix it with a patch or something. It could also be the game servers because of how popular it is currently.

At the camera corner, the dual front camera is quite commendable thanks to the Live Focus feature, but the main camera is just as impressive as well and I actually enjoyed using that more than the selfie camera (because I'm not a selfie lover lol). I'll just let the pictures do the talking so check them out below.

As you can see, sometimes the lens has a bad habit of picking up those light flares (I swear the lens was wiped clean). This photo was already toned down from taking in too much light

On its own, the main camera's bokeh effect is commendable

Close up shots are quite good too as the details of the subject usually stands out (if it stands still lol)

Another before and after using the Live Focus feature

Selfie sample no.2 of using the Live Focus feature

It's not complete without a food picture

So I think I've said quite a lot of good things about the two phones, I love its glassy design and battery performance, the dual front cameras are pretty good but so is the main camera, they don't heat up much when gaming and they're one of the new mid-range tier phones that has water and dust resistance. Actually, I was never really a fan of Samsung mid-range phones, but the Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) duo definitely made a good impression. Are they still worth the price, though?

Comparing it with the 2017 selfie smartphones lineup - the Huawei Nova 2i (RRP RM1299), vivo V7 (RRP RM1299) and OPPO F5 (RRP RM1298), each of these phones' price tag definitely beats the Galaxy A8 (2018) but there is one advantage that they don't really have, which is the gaming capability and the Galaxy A8 (2018) does so superbly. In terms of the closest match in camera performance, I think the Nova 2i does put up a solid challenge, especially when it comes to that depth of field effect. On the other hand, the Sony Xperia XA2 Ultra which was just revealed recently is another competitor but we have yet to review it.

As for the Galaxy A8+ (2018), the RM2499 price tag is a bit unwieldy. It once again loses out to the vivo V7+ (RRP RM1499 and oppo F5 6GB (RRP RM1698) for having similar specifications. Not only that, if we count out the selfie category, the OnePlus 5T is an even better buy for having high tier specs and being slightly cheaper at RM2388 only. So... yeah.

Personally, I think the Galaxy A8 (2018) is worth getting but not so much for the plus variant. As mentioned earlier, the only reason that you want that is because you like it big and money is not an issue. So if that's your stuff, by all means, go for it.

So what do you think of Samsung's latest midrange selfie smartphone duo now? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more news and reviews at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) officially announced with infinity displays, dual front cameras, IP68 and more

Barely a day after leaks showed off the latest Samsung Galaxy A (2018) series and Samsung have officially announced their Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) smartphones. Successors of the previous Galaxy A5 (2017) and Galaxy A7 (2017), the 2 new Galaxy A (2018) phones share 18.5:9 aspect ratio Infinity Displays, dual front cameras and IP68 dust and water resistance. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but it is expected globally in January 2018. Malaysia generally gets Samsung phones quickly so we shouldn't have to wait too long.

Like the previous Galaxy A (2017) series, the new Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) bring flagship features to the midrange with Live Focus and VDis (video digital image stabilization) and hyperlapse for the cameras, Always On display, Samsung Pay (both MST and NFC). No mention of any Bixby button but we expect Bixby Home to be included at least, while Face Unlock could also make an appearance as well. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for all the latest tech news and reviews.


Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) hands-on video + water test

Can't get enough of our hands-on pictures of the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018)? Neither can we, so this time is a hands-on video for you TechNavers to get a closer look at its beautiful glossy body, camera mode and its IP68 water resistance grade feature. Unfortunately, we are as clueless as you are on its availability and local price, but we are pretty sure it will come around in January next year just like its predecessors. Until then, enjoy the video and stay tuned for the official Samsung news at TechNave.com!


Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) leaked revealing an Infinity Display + dual front cameras cutout

It's that time of the year again and if you know Samsung's patterns, they will usually have a new Galaxy J and A model series snooping around the Internet. Thanks to online sources, there's some new stuff about the Galaxy A8 (2018), particular that front cutout revealing a dual front camera and we might be getting two variants of them instead of the usual A5, A7 and A8.

The Galaxy A8 (2018) is already in development and someone has leaked its Infinity Display design revealing a cutout for the dual front cameras. Yup, looks like the mid-range smartphone users will have a treat of finally using the Infinity display at a more affordable price, and since there's no home button at the front, we guess that Samsung will continue using it at the back. By the way, if this is true then this will also be Samsung's first smartphone to feature a dual front camera and we can probably guess that the target market segment is aimed at the selfie lovers.

Sources also state that there are two more models called SM-A530 and SM-A730, looking at the name we can assume that it will be the Galaxy A5 (2018) and Galaxy A7 (2018) models. However, a leakster online claimed that it won't be the case, believing the two models will be Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8 Plus (2018).

These smartphones are likely to appear by early 2018. Until then, stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Galaxy A8+ (2018) unboxing and hands-on video

Finally, the Samsung Galaxy A8 (2018) and Galaxy A8+ (2018) are released in Malaysia for a price tag of RM1799 and RM2499 respectively. We got ourselves the plus variant and explored if there's actually any difference between the two. Well, turns out there isn't much except for a bigger display of 6-inch (FHD+), 6GB of RAM, 64GB internal storage and a bigger battery up to 3500mAh. We have already done a video for the Galaxy A8 (2018) right here, and without further ado, check out our Galaxy A8+ (2018) unboxing and hands-on video below.


Samsung Galaxy A8 - The Perfect Device to bring along to the waterpark

Whether you plan to go for a short trip to the water park or going to any water-related activities, it is always not recommended to bring gadget that is not water resistant. But sometimes we still require our wallet to get foods and camera to take photos with. So can the  Samsung Galaxy A8 does it all? And what makes it as our smartphone choice? Check out the video below to know more!


Samsung Galaxy A8 coming to Malaysia on 30 July 2015

Samsung Malaysia Electronics have sent out their invitations for the launch of the Samsung Galaxy A8 and it appears that it will arrive in Malaysia on 30 July 2015. Previous reports have the Galaxy A8 as the thinnest Samsung smartphone to date at 5.9mm thin at it's thinnest point. It will have a full metal frame like it's other Samsung Galaxy A siblings but also come with flagship features like a 16MP ISOCELL rear camera, 5MP wide f/1.9 aperture front camera, fingerprint sensor and 5.7-inch full HD Super AMOLED display. No official pricing details have been revealed yet, but early rumours indicate that it could go for RM1888. While we wait for the launch next week, why don't you take a look at the tech spec comparisons of the Samsung Galaxy A8 below using our Tech spec comparisons tool.

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