vivo S10 could launch soon, features L-shaped triple-camera

Some phones have really short refresh cycles, which kinda boggles the mind as it risks cannibalising sales. But we're not marketing experts, so let's not talk about that. Instead, let's talk about the vivo S10 that may just be around the corner.

According to Digital Chat Station, the vivo S10 series is already on its way, mere months after the vivo S9 series was announced on 3 March 2021. It will directly compete with the OPPO Reno6 series, which was also launched roughly 6 months after the release of the Reno5 series. Anyway, he implied that the S10 would feature an L-shaped triple-camera setup at the back. The company's next flagship device could also use the same L-shape configuration.

What else can we expect from the vivo S10 series? The vivo S9 featured MediaTek's Dimensity 1100, up to 12GB of RAM, and up to 256GB of internal storage. It also has a 6.44-inch AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate, as well as a triple-camera setup (64MP+8MP+2MP) at the back. Since it's meant to compete with the OPPO Reno 6 series, which has a focus on mobile photography, we might see an improved camera setup. Maybe we might even see a 108MP main camera?

Mind you, that's just my speculation, so don't take my word for it. Regardless, vivo will definitely improve the new model in some way. Until we get some update on this, do stay tuned to TechNave.com for other news on the latest mobile gadgets.


vivo S10 key specs leaked on TENAA, 6.44-inch display confirmed

Last month, it was rumoured that vivo would be launching the S10 and S10 Pro smartphones soon. Some of its specs have appeared in rumours, but having certification makes things official. That's right, the vivo S10 has been certified in China.

As spotted by Gizmochina, the vivo S10 (V2121A) was certified by China's TENAA. This is a 5G Android 11 device measuring 158x73.7x7.3 mm. It comes with a 6.44-inch display, dual-SIM tray, and 3970mAh battery (probably 4000mAh typical rating). No other relevant detail was revealed, but the certification should mean that a launch is coming soon.

In terms of features, rumours suggest that the vivo S10 will be powered by the Dimensity 1100 chipset and up to 12GB of RAM. Moreover, it will feature an L-shaped rear triple-camera with a 64MP main camera, 8MP wide-angle lens, and 2MP depth sensor. As for the front, it's going to have a 44MP dual-camera setup. Besides that, it's expected to support a 90Hz refresh rate and 44W fast charging.

Of course, a lot of these specs are unconfirmed, so take them with a grain of salt. Having said that, we're inclined to believe that some of them are accurate. Also, some could be for the Pro variant. With that said, would you be interested in this camera-focused vivo S10 series? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates on it.


vivo S10 series release: MTK Dimensity 1100, 108MP camera, and photochromic panel, starts at ~RM1,820

vivo S10 series has landed in China today as the brand's latest mid-range offering with attractive tech specs and a spectacular design. The series brings two devices which are vivo S10 and S10 Pro. Both of them are pretty much the same except that the Pro variant comes with a better camera.

The vivo S10 and S10 Pro are powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1100 paired with 8/12GB of RAM and 128/256GB of internal storage. Both models also come with 6.44-inch 90Hz Super AMOLEDs and an in-screen fingerprint scanner. Under the hood, they house a 4,000mAh battery with 44W wired fast charge support.

For photography, the vivo S10 Pro uses the 1/1.52-inch 108MP ISOCELL HM2 sensor with 9:1-pixel binning in its main camera. Meanwhile, the vanilla variant goes with a 64MP main shooter. Their triple camera setup also includes an 8MP ultrawide lens and a 2MP macro lens. On the front, both feature a 44MP camera with autofocus and an 8MP ultrawide snapper. It is worth mentioning that the 44MP front camera can be used to shoot HDR and 4K content as well.

The vivo S10 series uses the new photochromic technology on its back panels. They are able to change their colours in seconds under direct sunlight. The devices will be available in white, black, lime and gradient blue colour options. For the price, the vanilla S10 with 8GB RAM and 128GB storage starts at 2,799 Yuan (~RM1,820) while the S10 Pro with the same 8/128GB configuration comes out to 3,999 Yuan (~RM2,601). It is unknown when will the devices arrive in Malaysia but we'll keep a close eye on the latest information for you.

Let us know what you think about the vivo S10 series on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


vivo S10 to feature 108MP triple-camera setup and MediaTek Dimensity 1100

Earlier this month, the vivo S10 was rumoured to be just around the corner. As we still haven't seen it, the brand could introduce the device in July. Other than that, the vivo S10 was also previously said to feature a 64MP triple-camera setup. Now, the latest information has arrived claiming that it will have a 108MP main camera instead and features a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 chipset.

Furthermore, there are also a few images leaked on the internet showing the design of the upcoming vivo phone. The device in those images is painted blue and has a gradient effect. Meanwhile, it's proven that it will come with a triple-camera setup again with the rectangular camera module sitting on the top left.

For the tech specs, the vivo S10 is coming with 8 and 12GB of RAM. Its battery could also support 44W fast charging that can let the device charge from 0% to 38% in about 15 minutes. Others include 5G mobile network support, NFC technology, UFS 3.1 flash drive, and OriginOS based on Android 11.

Let us know what you think about the upcoming vivo S10 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest smartphone update.


vivo S10e surfaced with Dimensity 900 chipset and 64MP triple camera setup

A new vivo smartphone was revealed by TEENA last week with the model number vivo V2130A.  Today, a new live video reveals the smartphone as the vivo S10e which will sport a triple camera setup.

According to the source, the vivo S10e will come with a 64MP camera as the main sensor, an ultrawide angle lens, and a depth sensor. Through the live video leak, it comes with a regular power key which we assume will be having a 6.44-inch OLED FHD+ display with an under-display fingerprint sensor and a 90Hz refresh rate.

Under the hood, it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 900 chipset which is expected to be more powerful than the density 1100 and 1200 chipset. Battery-wise, it will be having a 4000mAh battery with 33W of fast charging. The phone will be in OriginOS 1.0 for China market but if it arriving at global markets, then will be coming in with FuntouchOS 12 on top of Android 11.

As of now, there’s still no official confirmation if the phone will be in global markets or not, so do take this with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Apple might surprise us again with a new Macbook Pro and AirPod Pro Lite in May

While the pandemic has halted many events and product launches all over the world, it's not really slowing down the smartphone industry. For instance, Apple have been releasing their products silently for these past two months with the new iPad Pro, iPhone SE 2020 and others. Now according to @jon_prosser and other sources, Apple might be releasing a new Macbook Pro and a pair of new AirPods.

First, there is barely any information about the new AirPods, but it's said that the new pair will be a more affordable AirPods Pro variant. So in other words, it's safe to assume that they could have the same design and sound quality. However, the active noise cancellation might not be part of the features. Sounds like an AirPods Pro Lite variant here to us, and this could potentially halt production of the first Apple AirPods generation.

New AirPods (which were supposed to be at the March Event) are now ready to go.Probably alongside the MacBook Pro next month.

Then for the Macbook Pro, reports are saying there will be two variants - 13.3-inches and 14.1-inches. The molds will be upgrades, so as the processors with the 10th Gen Intel Core processors with a keyboard using the scissor mechanic. In terms of price, it will probably be in between RM4k to RM5k, at least.

We will be keeping an eye out of Apple's surprise attack next month. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


vivo S12 Pro teaser reveals dual front facing LED flash

While it’s expected to arrive tomorrow on 22 December 2021, a teaser video revealing the vivo S12 Pro has appeared on their Weibo page. The video not only shows the overall design but also that the S12 Pro will also have dual front cameras with dual front facing LED flash or soft-lights.

While the front cameras are situated in the notch on the display, the front LED flash or soft-lights appear to be in the upper bezel. Since vivo says that the front will have “four soft lights” this could mean that the 2 physical LED front lights are dual toned. The front cameras are expected to be a 50MP +  8MP ultrawide combo, so it should be a fairly good selfie or vlogging cameraphone.

Other expected tech specs include the 108MP triple rear cameras, a MediaTek Dimensity 1200 chipset, 6.5-inch OLED display and 4300 mah battery with 44W fast charging. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but we shouldn’t have long to wait to find out more. What do you think about the vivo S12 Pro's features? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more at TechNave.com


vivo S12 series and OPPO Reno7 series arriving at the end of Nov 2021

Ironically, the display type for the two brands will swap this time

In the last two months, vivo and OPPO have been launching mostly entry-level or lower mid-range smartphones. But both companies are looking to end 2021 with a splash, with sources starting to leak info on new mid-range smartphones soon. Indeed, both brands could launch new phones at the same time.

According to a Gizmochina, the vivo S12 series and OPPO Reno7 series will launch at the end of November 2021. While the former will feature displays with curved/waterfall edges, the latter will have regular flat displays. Allegedly, the two brands' parent company (BBK Electronics) wants to find out which type of display is more popular.

Besides that, there are also some details on the camera specs. The OPPO Reno7 Pro is expected to come with a new 32MP Sony IMX709 sensor, while the vivo S12 Pro will feature a new 50MP sensor. We don't know where these cameras would be placed, but the 32MP sensor is most likely a front selfie camera and the other one a rear main camera.

Mind you, these are unconfirmed rumours, so take them with a grain of salt. Having said that, do you like displays with curved edges or prefer flat ones? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


vivo S12 series could drop next month with a new design

vivo is another brand that wastes no time when it comes to refreshing its smartphone series. After launching the vivo S10 series back in July, it's now rumoured to bring the successor, vivo S12, to the market next month. According to the source, the upcoming S-series will sport a new design as well.

If you're one of the people that doesn't like the notch on the vivo S10, this is good news for you. A tipster, who goes by the name Arsenal, reveals that the upcoming vivo S12 would use display panels from Samsung. As Samsung doesn't make displays with notches, it's safe to say the new device would go with a punch-hole cutout.

Besides that, there's also the S12 Pro which is said to use panels from BOE instead. Furthermore, vivo might also present the Pro variant with three colour options, while the vanilla variant could only have one. There's still no information about the other tech specs of the devices, but we think we should hear more from them soon since the launch is predicted to be in next month.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming vivo S12 devices? Leave a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


vivo S12 series release: Dimensity 1100 chipset, front dual-camera, and a 90Hz display from ~RM1849

Rumours about the vivo S12 series popped up back in October, suggesting that it would feature a new design. Interestingly, a teaser for the Pro variant revealed what seemed to be dual-LEDs. This was confirmed at the official launch.

Yesterday, vivo confirmed that the vivo S12 and vivo S12 Pro would be available in China starting from 30 December 2021. These are upper mid-range smartphones with an emphasis on mobile photography performance. The vivo S12 comes with Dimensity 1100 chipset while the vivo S12 Pro has a Dimensity 1200 chipset. Both have up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage.

The vivo S12 has flat edges, giving it a sleek look

In terms of cameras, the vivo S12 has a front dual-camera (44MP+8MP) setup and a rear triple-camera (108MP+8MP+2MP) setup. The vivo S12 Pro has a nearly identical pair of setups, except its main front camera is a 50MP snapper. Besides the cameras, both models come with an AMOLED display with a 90Hz refresh rate and 180Hz touch sampling rate. The only difference is that the Pro variant is larger at 6.56-inch (vs 6.44-inch).

Prices for the vivo S12 starts from 2799 yuan (~RM1849), while the vivo S12 Pro has a price tag of 3399 yuan (~RM2246). If selfies and TikTok videos are your thing, these are phones you might want to look out for. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


vivo S15 series specs allegedly revealed on TENAA and 3C

Lately, a lot of the focus for vivo is on its recently launched X80 series. But it doesn't mean that the company doesn't have other things up its sleeve. It's believed that the company has two more mid-range devices on the way, with some details released recently.

As spotted by a Chinese blogger, two vivo devices with the model numbers V2203A and V2207A have been spotted on TENAA and 3C. Another source suggests that both former could be the vivo S15 Pro. And since the model numbers are close, the second one could also belong to the vivo S15 series. The core tech specs have not been confirmed, but both models are expected to have the Dimensity 8100 5G chipset.

While not much else has been revealed so far, the sources did provide some info on the two phones. The vivo V2203A will allegedly have a 6.62-inch display and 66W fast charging. On the other hand, the vivo V2207A would have a smaller 6.56-inch display and 80W fast charging. Both would have the same 4500mAh battery and run on Android 12.

Mind you, there's no solid confirmation on the model names, so do take it with a grain of salt. We'll be keeping an eye out for news on the two phones, so stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


vivo S15 series to launch on 19 May alongside TWS Air earbuds

At the beginning of the month, the vivo S15 got spotted on TENAA and 3C. Fast enough, the company has announced the launch date for the series with some official images of the devices. The vivo S15 series with a vanilla variant and a Pro variant will launch on 19 May.

The vivo S15 is expected to bring a 6.62-inch AMOLED of 120Hz refresh rate and 1080p resolution. Under the hood, it should get powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM. There would be a 4,700mAh battery with 80W charging as well. Furthermore, the device could bring a 64MP primary camera, 8MP ultrawide, and 2MP macro on the rear, while the front gets a 16MP selfie camera.

On the other hand, the vivo S15 Pro will get a bigger 6.56-inch 120Hz curved AMOLED. It could get powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8100 chipset with the 64MP camera swapped out for a 50MP one. The vivo S15 series will offer three colours - Blue, Gold, and Black. Besides the devices, the event will also present the vivo TWS Air earbuds.

Are you excited about seeing these products from vivo? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


vivo S16 series design leaked online, revealing a few new colours

The vivo S series has come a long way and for the next-gen, the vivo S16 series is coming soon. It's set to launch in China first on 22 December 2022 but before that happens, render images have appeared online thanks to the leaks.

You may want to take them with a pinch of salt but the leaker, Ishan Agarwal is quite reliable. From the rendered images, the vivo S16 series could come in various colours such as lavender and cyan, alongside the classic black. There's also a light green variant and from the looks of it and this depends on the models.

The S16 series seems to have taken some inspiration from Samsung Galaxy's recent design. The S16e's side frames and display look quite flat whereas the S16 and S16 Pro have curved screens. The punch-hole camera and triple rear camera are identical but the specs should be slightly different.

In terms of tech specs, there's not much information but sources say the phones could feature a MediaTek Dimensity 8200 chipset, up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage. The displays are said to be AMOLED panels too with up to a 120Hz refresh rate. Then for the battery, it could be the same as well with 4600mAh + a 66W fast charge.

Anyway, we won't have to wait long so until then but what do you think of the designs? Just stay tuned for our news coverage then, and more trending tech news at TechNave.com


vivo S16 series to debut on 22 December with three models

vivo officially announces that the upcoming vivo S16 series will debut on 22 December 2022. The series will bring three devices, vanilla vivo S16, vivo S16 Pro, and vivo S16e.

The three vivo S16 devices will sport a similar design with circular LED flash placed beside the rear cameras. They aim to target youngsters who like to take photos and record videos all the time. Until now, the company hasn't unveiled any tech specs.

Of course, we still have the rumours to tell us what to expect from the series. They claimed that all three phones would have 50MP selfie cameras with autofocus. The vivo S16e is believed to pack Dimensity 1080, the vivo S16 with Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the vivo S16 Pro will sport the Dimensity 8200 chipset, recently launched by Mediatek. It's also possible for some to feature as high as 80W fast charging. All of them will run OriginOS Ocean out of the box.

Are you excited about the full reveal of the vivo S16 series? Leave a comment to let us know how you feel about the upcoming devices, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


vivo S6 5G found on Geekbench, comes with Exynos 980 chipset and 8GB RAM

The vivo S6 5G is expected to launch next week but many of its specs have already been leaked. Before this, many believed that it will be using a Snapdragon 765 5G chipset. However, a new benchmark record for the device suggests that it's going to be running on a Samsung chipset instead.

According to the Geekbench score, the vivo S6 5G (model number V1962A) uses the Exynos 980 chipset. This isn't the first time we've seen a vivo device with this chipset, as the vivo X30 and X30 Pro launched last year also featured the Exynos 980. Since the vivo S6 5G is meant to be a 5G device, this powerful mid-range chipset fits the requirements just as well as the Snapdragon 765 5G chipset.

Besides the chipset, the benchmark record also confirms that the device has 8GB of RAM. A few other specs have also been found in a TENAA listing, which shows that the phone comes with up to 256GB of internal storage, 4390mAh battery, and a 6.44-inch Super AMOLED display. In terms of cameras, it was confirmed that there would be a dual front selfie camera setup, while the back should have a quad rear camera setup.

From the specs revealed so far, the vivo S6 5G is looking to be an interesting 5G device that's going to be relatively affordable. Having said that, are you convinced by what it has and would consider buying it? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


vivo S6 5G release: Exynos 980 chipset and 48MP main camera from ~RM1635

March has certainly been a busy month for the smartphone brands and we knew from before that vivo was going to launch a new phone soon. Indeed, vivo capped off the month with another launch of a mid-range device. The company unveiled its vivo S6 5G device yesterday, making it the next 5G phone to hit the market.

Previously, a Geekbench record of the vivo S6 5G has confirmed that the phone uses Samsung's Exynos 980 chipset and 8GB of RAM. We also know now that the device comes in two variants with either 128GB or 256GB of internal storage, along with a 6.44-inch AMOLED display and 4500mAh battery with support for 18W fast-charging.

In regards to the cameras, the vivo S6 5G comes with a quad rear camera and single front-facing camera. The rear cameras include a 48MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide camera, 2MP macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. As for the front, it's a rather high-resolution 32MP selfie camera. Besides the cameras, this phone also has an in-display fingerprint sensor.

From what we can see, this smartphone aims to provide 5G connectivity, good photo-taking quality, and decent specs. With that said, would you be interested in getting the phone if it releases in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Apple mobile productivity apps now have come with keyboard and mouse support

If you use iWork and iMovie a lot, you should be able to appreciate the latest changes to the apps. As you may know, Apple added the support for mouse, trackpad, and Magic Keyboard recently. But it's not just general usage that is now supported as productivity apps for both iOS and iPadOS will have extra functionalities.

Now that Apple has support for pointers on its smaller devices, the obvious thing to do is move on improving the apps on iOS and iPadOS. In particular, iWork now supports the use of a mouse and keyboard across its various apps. This includes keyboard shortcuts for PNG, BMP, GIF and TIFF images. For example, you'll be able to use a keyboard and mouse with Numbers, which should make spreadsheets easier to work with.

As for iMovie, you will now have shortcuts for five inspector modes of Action, Speed adjustments, Volume, Tiles, and Filters. According to the app page, you would also have keyboard shortcuts to quickly rotate a video 90-degrees clockwise or anti-clockwise. There were other new features not related to the use of a mouse and keyboard as well, such as a 'Download All' button for downloading all soundtracks in one go.

For sure, access to keyboard shortcuts, as well as mice and trackpads will make life easier when using productivity apps. Having said that, have you been able to experience the changes for yourself? Let us know how it's going for you on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


vivo S6 Pro 5G could come with up to 64MP and 8GB RAM from ~RM1803

A leak regarding the vivo S6 Pro has been spotted on weibo, which gives us an idea on what to expect in regards to the pricing and tech specs as soon as it is launched. Based on the leak, it seems that the aforementioned smartphone will most likely be launched somewhere around June of 2020, and it will be priced from RMB2998 (~RM1803).

In terms of the tech spec, the vivo S6 Pro is expected to come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset, 8GB of RAM, up to 256GB of internal storage, 60Hz display and a 4200mAh internal battery. Camera-wise, the device will come with a 64MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP sensor in the rear while the front-facing selfie camera remains unknown.

With all that said, do take some of the information here with a grain of salt, due to the fact that vivo has yet to provide an official statement in regards to the leaks. Furthermore, there is no news on the Malaysia release date and local pricing for now.

Would you be interested in getting the vivo S6 Pro as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo S6 may come equipped with 5G capabilities

Based on a teaser video which was uploaded by vivo on their official weibo account, it seems that the upcoming vivo S6 smartphone will most likely come with 5G capabilities. While not much is known in regards to the official release date of the smartphone, there is a possibility that it could be unveiled in around a month or two.

In terms of the tech specs, gsmarena mentioned that the aforementioned smartphone will most probably come equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset alongside the Snapdragon X52 modem. However, do take every bit of information mentioned with a grain of salt due to the fact that vivo has yet to provide an official statement regarding the leaked tech specs.

Not only that, but there is no news on the official release date and local pricing of the vivo S6 smartphone. Would you be interested in purchasing the device as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo S6 will have a new 'Streamer Secret' variant launching on 30 April

One of the ways to boost the sales of a smartphone series is to add a new colour variant into it. The vivo S6 5G has brought three colour options including Swan Lake (White), Danube River (Blue), and Jazz Black to the market at its launch. Now, it looks like the company is going to launch a new colourway named Streamer Secret, and it looks stunning!

The vivo S6 ‘Streamer Secret’ variant is going to feature a mix of golden and blue-violet colour scheme. Other than that, the device will also bring a ‘mirror effect’ that the previous three models don’t have. We can’t deny that the new colour does look amazing and vivo surely is going to make some more profit from this. The new colour variant is going to be launched on 30 April.

For the tech specs, the vivo S6 houses an Exynos 980 chipset based on an 8nm process technology. The device also sports a 6.44-inch AMOLED water drop screen with an under-display fingerprint sensor. Other than that, it features a quad-camera setup at the back that brings a 48MP main camera, an 8MP wide-angle lens, a 2MP macro lens and a 2MP depth sensor. At the front, there will be a 32MP selfie camera. The vivo S6 has a 4500mAh battery as well that supports 18W fast charging technology.

Let us know what you think about the new colour variant on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more cool tech news.


vivo S6 will launch on 31 March 2020 and will come with dual selfie cameras

vivo first dropped a teaser for its next phone last week but now we're getting the details right from the horse's mouth. The vivo S6 will be announced officially on 31 March 2020, with the launch set to be held on 7:30 pm local time online. This is expected to be a 5G device that's equipped with a Qualcomm chipset.

The news broke yesterday when vivo uploaded a teaser poster on Weibo with the date. According to GSMArena, the vivo S6 is supposed to be an upgraded vivo S5 with 5G. If that's the case, we can expect this to be a variant with better specs. For instance, vivo may go for a Snapdragon 765 5G chipset here for the 5G connectivity. The other specs would probably be the same, however, including the 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, and 6.44-inch Super AMOLED display.

Another feature that's rumoured to be different is the front camera. Leaker Digital Chat Station has recently revealed a picture of a device with dual-selfie cameras, which many believe belongs to the vivo S6. In comparison, the vivo S5 comes with just one camera on the front.

Since the launch is still over 10 days away, we can probably expect to see more leaks and teasers in the coming days. The vivo S5 was never launched here but hopefully, this model manages to make its way to Malaysia! Do let us know on our Facebook! Also, remember to follow us on TechNave.com for the latest gadget leaks and tech news.


vivo S7 5G equipped with 44MP dual selfie camera to be launched on 3 August 2020

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that the vivo S7 5G is expected to be unveiled on 3 August 2020 in China. While not much is known in regards to the exact tech specs, our source mentioned that the device will most likely come with a dual front-facing selfie camera with up to 44MP image sensor.

Other than that, it will also come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset, up to 64MP image sensor and a 6.43-inch FHD+ display. With all that said, do take some of this information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that vivo 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. With all that said, would you be interested in getting the vivo S7 5G as soon as it available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo S7 5G is expected to be priced from ~RM1822 and it might come with up to 64MP sensor based on leaks

Based on a statement by gizmochina, it seems that the tech specs of the upcoming vivo S7 5G has been leaked which gives us an idea on what to expect when the device is unveiled in the near future. But that’s not all, our source also mentioned that the smartphone will most likely start from the price of RMB2998 (~RM1822) for the 8GB+128GB variant while the 8GB+256GB variant is priced at RMB3298 (~RM2004).

In terms of the tech spec, the vivo S7 5G will come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset, memory configuration mentioned above, 6.43-inch display as well as a 4500mAh internal storage which supports up to 33W fast charging. Camera-wise, the rear comes with a 64MP + 8MP + 13MP triple rear camera while the front has a 44MP + 8MP selfie camera.

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

Would you be interested in getting the vivo S7 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.


vivo S7 5G release: SD765G with dual selfie camera setup, starts from ~RM1,692

The vivo S7 5G has finally been launched on 3 August. Not only boasting the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset, but the device also has a camera setup that some of you might love to get at a relatively affordable price. Now, let's take a look at what are the tech specs and features that the vivo S7 has for us!

The vivo S7 sports a 6.44-inch AMOLED display with 1,080 x 2,400px resolution (20:9) and HDR support. Unfortunately, it uses a 60Hz refresh rate screen rather than following the trend by going with higher ones. Under the display, there is a fingerprint sensor and a 4,000mAh battery that supports a 33W fast charge.

Coming to photography, the device houses a triple-camera setup that brings a 64MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens that doubles as a macro shooter, and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there will be a dual-camera setup that features a 44MP main sensor with an autofocus lens at f/2.0 aperture and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens. Both front and back main sensors support electronic video stabilization plus the latest Super Night modes from vivo.

Besides those, the device also supports 5G (SA/NSA), dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1 with aptX HD and LDAC, plus NFC. It has a dual-sim card slot that has no place for a micro-SD card. There will be no 3.5mm audio jack as well but it still supports Hi-Res Audio through a USB-C headset.

The vivo S7 will be available with only one size of RAM which is 8GB. However, there will be two internal storage options with the 128GB variant selling at 2,800 Yuan (~RM1,692) and the 256GB variant at 3,100 Yuan (~RM1,873). For the colours, it will come in Black, White, and Monet which has a mixed gradient of purple and blue.

Let us know what you think about the vivo S7 on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more latest smartphone news.


vivo S7's design leaked in the hands of Blackpink's Lisa

The vivo S7 has been making splashes on the Internet with some of its rumoured tech specs being leaked. Today, it seems like the design of the upper mid-range device has been revealed as well. The vivo S7 was spotted in a picture with Blackpink's Lisa holding it.

According to the famous tipster Digital Chat Station from Weibo, the vivo S7 is going to have a dual punch-hole camera with 44MP + 8MP sensors on the front. With the slogan “thin and light selfie flagship”, the device is expected to arrive with some advancement in the field of selfies. Other than that, you can also see from the picture that it's going to sport a gradient coloured back which is the trend for current smartphones.

To recap again on the tech specs, the vivo S7 is expected to feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G chipset. Besides that, it could also have a 4500mAh battery that supports up to 33W fast charging. At the back, the triple-camera setup might bring 64MP + 8MP + 13MP sensors. Not just the tech specs, the price of the device has also been leaked with the 8/128GB variant selling at RMB2998 (~RM1822) and the 8/256GB variant at RMB3298 (~RM2004).

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vivo S7e 5G could be one of the cheapest 5G phones from the brand

The vivo V20 series is rumoured to have a new member after debuting in Malaysia last month with the price starting from RM1,499. In China, the series is called vivo S7 and a new vivo S7e 5G has been discovered recently. Despite having lower tech specs, the newly found 5G device is expected to be a new contender within the cheap 5G smartphone category.

The vivo S7e 5G was spotted with a model number vivo V2031EA on TENAA last week. It is expected to come with a 6.44-inch AMOLED screen that offers a Full HD+ resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and a 20:9 aspect ratio. There could be a 4,100mAh battery as well under the hood. For the chipset, the device might feature MediaTek's Dimensity 720.

Other than that, it could also bring a triple camera setup for photography. The setup is expected to have a 64MP main camera, an 8MP secondary lens, and a third 2MP unknown sensor. On the front, there would be a 32MP selfie camera placed in a waterdrop notch. The TENAA listing also revealed that the device has an in-screen fingerprint sensor and its OS will be based on Android 10. Last but not least, it is rumoured to be one of the cheapest 5G phones from the brand as well.

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vivo S7e 5G release: MTK Dimensity 720, 6.44-inch AMOLED, and 33W fast charge

Two days ago, vivo was rumoured to launch a new 5G budget device for the S7 series and it has arrived today. The latest vivo S7e 5G has now been listed on the brand's Chinese online store for pre-order and will soon go on sale. Now, let's find out what the device has to offer other than being a budget 5G device!

The vivo S7e 5G features a MediaTek Dimensity 720 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage. It also sports a 6.44-inch AMOLED panel that comes with 2400 x 1080 pixel resolution and 90.1 % screen-to body-ratio. Under the screen, there is a 4100mAh battery to power up the device with support for 33W fast charging.

For photography. the device comes with a rear triple camera setup that brings a 64MP primary camera with f/1.89, an 8MP ultrawide macro camera, and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, there will be a 32MP sensor being placed in a waterdrop notch for selfies or video calls. Other features of the vivo S7e will include an in-display fingerprint sensor, dual-band WiFi, 5G, Bluetooth 5.0, 3.5mm audio jack, GPS, GLONASS, dual-SIM support, microSD card slot, and USB Type-C port. It will be running FuntouchOS based on Android 10 out of the box.

For the price, it hasn't been revealed on the website yet. However, we do know that the device will come with three colour options including Phantom Blue, Mirror Black, and Silver Moon. Lastly, we hope that the device will be rebranded and make an appearance in the local market as well just like how they did with the previously launched s7 series.

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Apple not planning to reveal its AR/VR headset at upcoming WWDC

Apple's 2022 WWDC event is happening next week. Earlier rumours suggested that it might be where the company will announce its first AR/VR headset due to the source code of the 'realityOS' gotten spotted. However, it's not the case anymore, as many point out that the tech giant will only reveal the machine in 2023.

Reputable analyst Ming-Chi Kuo claims that the headset is still far from entering mass production. Furthermore, if announcing the headset too early, the company might need to deal with others scraping its idea for their products before the actual launch. Therefore, it's better to keep everything secret until then. Not to mention that Bloomberg journalist Mark Gurman said that the device still faces many problems such as overheating alongside camera and software challenges.

Despite not having the headset at the event, it would still be a highly-anticipated one. If the rumours were accurate, Apple would announce the M2 chip and the new MacBook Air. We think that the successor of the well-acclaimed M1 chip should be able to let the event become the talk of the town even without the headset.

What do you think about the news? Are you excited about seeing what Apple will announce at the WWDC22? Leave a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the event coverage.


vivo S7t 5G release: MTK Dimensity 820 and 64MP rear camera, priced at ~RM1,631

The vivo S7t with MediaTek Dimensity 820 has been launched in China today. For your information, the device is pretty much the same as the previously launched vivo S7, but with a different chipset. Let's read on to have a recap about the tech specs!

Other than the Dimesnity 820 chipset, the device sports a 6.44-inch AMOLED screen with a 4,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging hiding beneath it. It will also have one memory configuration that is 8GB RAM + 128GB internal storage.

For photography, the device has a triple-camera setup on the rear by bringing a 64MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide unit with support for macro mode, and a 2MP monochrome sensor for portrait shots. On the front, the rectangular notch houses a 44MP regular camera and an 8MP ultrawide unit. The vivo S7t will be running OriginOS based on Android 11 out of the box as well.

For the price, the device has gone on sale for 2,598 Yuan (~RM1,631) in China. It will be available in two colour options - Black and Gradient Blue. For now, the availability of the device in the local market has not been confirmed yet but we'll inform you as soon as we receive any latest updates.

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vivo S7t 5G with MTK Dimensity 820 chipset receives 3C certification alongside a 33W charger

After bringing the vivo S7 5G and S7e 5G to the market last year, the company is rumoured to be announcing the third device for the series soon. The vivo S7t has appeared earlier on Weibo and it is said to feature a MediaTek Dimensity 820 chipset and five cameras. Now, the device has received 3C certification along with a 33W charger.

The vivo S7t with a model number V2048A was recently certified by the 3C certification platform of China. It also reveals that the retail package of the device may include a 33W fast charger. Moreover, this is not the first time we see the model number as it had appeared once before on Geekbench with 8GB of RAM and Dimensity 820 chipset.

For the tech specs, the device is expected to be similar to the S7 5G that sports a 6.44-inch AMOLED display. The five cameras mentioned could also include a 44MP sensor and an 8MP sensor on the front, with a 64MP being housed at the rear. It might sport a 4,500mAh battery as well and runs OriginOS based on Android 11.

Let us know what you think about the vivo S7t on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


vivo S7t leaked with 5 cameras and Dimensity 820 chipset

The vivo S7 5G and the vivo S7e 5G was launched in August and November last year. Today, a tipster named Digital Chat Station has leaked that vivo will be adding in another new model to the S7 lineup which will be named as the vivo S7t.

According to the leakster, the coming vivo S7t will be powered by the Dimensity 820 chipset coupled with 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. It will have mainly the same tech specs as the vivo S7 such as a 6.44-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, fingerprint detection, and a 4000mAh battery supporting a 33W fast charging.

As for the cameras, it will sport with triple camera setup on the rear compromising a 64MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide camera, 2MP depth sensor as well as a dual-camera setup on the front, a 44MP main selfie camera and an 8MP ultra wide front facing camera. The vivo S7t is expected to run on Android 11 by default.

Either way, there is no official confirmation on the tech specs and Malaysia release dates yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But would you be interested in getting the vivo S7t 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.


vivo S9 5G hinted to come equipped with 90Hz display and 64MP main camera

It seems that a weibo user by the name of Digital Chat Station has recently posted an update, stating that the upcoming vivo S9 5G will come equipped with a 90Hz display, 33W fast charging and up to 64MP image sensor. While not much is known in regards to the Malaysia release date, it does give us a better idea on what to expect when it is officially available in the local market.

Other than what was mentioned, we previously reported that the smartphone in question is expected to come equipped with the Dimensity 1100 chipset, and up to 12GB of RAM. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that vivo has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the exact tech specs and local pricing for now. Would you be interested in getting the vivo S9 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.


vivo S9 poster leaked with a 44MP selfie camera

A few weeks ago, MediaTek announced that the vivo S9 will be the first smartphone to feature a 6nm MTK Dimensity 1100 chipset. Here, we found a leaker - Digital Chat Station who mentioned that the device will come with a 44MP selfie camera.

According to sources, the leaker also mentioned that the device also comes with a triple rear camera. It could also come with a 6.4-inch 1080p resolution display, 12GB of RAM, and running on OriginOS based on Android 11. To learn more about the device, you may click here.

The leaker posted the vivo S9 poster on Weibo

This is just a leak, so why not just take it with a pinch of salt and don't be serious about it. Would you get the vivo S9 if it is launched in the Malaysian market? Let us know your comments below and be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


vivo S9 series will be releasing soon on 3 March 2021

We have been writing some news about the vivo S9 for quite some time now, but there was no official release date until today. That's changed now as the company just released a new video teaser of the phone which will release on 3 March 2021 in China first.

As usual, the S9 will continue its self-focus features with the company's trademark Night Soft Light Selfie that was mentioned in the teaser. It's already known that the phone is featuring a MediaTek Dimensity 1100 chipset and there could be another lesser variant called the vivo S9e, which uses a Dimensity 820 chipset. There could be 12GB of RAM as well.

Since it's a selfie-focused smartphone, the front camera is using a big 44MP sensor whereas the back is using a 64MP dual camera setup. The 6.44-inch display is said to be supporting up to a 90Hz refresh rate, as well as using a 4000mAh battery pack with 33W fast-charging technology and OriginOS based on Android 11.

If you're wondering who's the person in the image, she's known as Lisa from BLACKPINK. There's a good chance that vivo will import the S9 into the Malaysian market too. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


vivo S9 will be the first to feature the 6nm MTK Dimensity 1100 chipset

Earlier, MediaTek has announced two 6nm chipsets that are the Dimensity 1200 and 1100. The former has been reported to be used in several smartphones but there was no news for the Dimensity 1100. Now, a source is claiming that the vivo S9 will be the first to enter the market with the chipset.

Other than featuring the Dimensity 1100, the vivo S9 is expected to sport a 6.4-inch screen while having a small notch. The notch will also house a dual front-facing camera setup. One of them is said to be a 44MP shooter and another one being a wide-angle camera for group selfies. The device has appeared in the Google Play Console database revealing that it will be equipped with 12 GB of RAM and run OriginOS based on Android 11. It is to be released on 6 March.

For the performance, the Dimesnity 1100 outruns the previous 7nm Dimensity 1000+ in a leaked AnTuTu Benchmark test. That makes us more excited to find out the actual performance on a smartphone, and it looks like it will happening soon with the launch of vivo S9.

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vivo Super Day launches today at Lowyat, offering free gifts and a first hand experience of vivo V7+

Today, vivo Malaysia is organizing vivo Super Day at Lowyat Plaza and has invited special guests Ewal, Top 10 AF Megastar and TVB International Chinese New Talent Singing Championship 2016, Champion, Brian Chew to have a special performance. On top of that, vivo Malaysia CEO, Mr Mike Xu will personally hand over the newly announce V7+ to the first customer who made the pre-order at midnight on 29 September 2017.

That's not all, there will be a 7 Wonders Cashback Lucky Draw as well for those who made the pre-order and customers who purchase the device on the spot. 7 random lucky winners will be going home with a cash worth RM777 each and they will be announced at vivo Malaysia Facebook page on 30 September 2017. Additionally, there are also awesome gifts like the limited Vivo X FIFA WorldCup Russia 2018 Backpack worth RM100, a vivo glass tumbler and a Watson voucher worth RM10 for all purchases of the device. The public will get to have some fun too with

Additionally, there are also awesome gifts like the limited Vivo X FIFA WorldCup Russia 2018 Backpack worth RM100, a vivo glass tumbler and a Watson voucher worth RM10 for all purchases of the device. The public will get to have some fun too with vivo's selfie games that come with more free gifts and special merchandise, as well as experiencing the V7+'s new 24MP Softlight front camera first hand.

Starting from 29 September 2017, the new selfie snapper will be available at every vivo concept stores, partners stores and LAZADA or other e-commerce marketplaces. That's all for now, stay tuned for more vivo Malaysia news and have fun at vivo Super Day!


vivo T1 44W confirmed, could launch globally as vivo T1x 44W

Just last week, vivo launched the vivo T1 5G and vivo T1x in Malaysia. The first one is a mid-range, while the second one is more of an entry-level model. But vivo is not done with the vivo T1 series, as the vivo T1 Pro and vivo T1 44W have also been confirmed.

According to 91mobiles, the vivo T1 Pro and vivo T1 44W will be launched in India on 4 May 2022. It should be noted that the specs for the vivo T1 Pro are identical to the vivo T1 5G that's available in Malaysia. That's because we technically got the vivo T1 Pro as an improved vivo T1 5G. As a reminder, this is a mid-range that's powered by the Snapdragon 778 5G.

Currently, there are no definite details on the vivo T1 44W. But the source claimed that it's a variant of the vivo T1 smartphone, except with a slower Snapdragon 680 chipset. Based on the model name, we can also assume that it would have 44W fast charging. It's also expected to feature a smaller 6.44-inch IPS display with a 90Hz refresh rate, a 50MP main camera, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

The vivo T1 Pro is unlikely to launch here in Malaysia, but we could see the vivo T1 44W made available here as a variant of the vivo T1x. Of course, that's just speculation on our part, so take the news with a grain of salt. For now, you can stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates on this.


vivo T1 5G could launch on 9 Feb 2022 with Snapdragon 690, live shots leaked online

A lot of leaked renders that appear online are pretty spot on, as they might be based on actual marketing images. However, sometimes devices with the same name can look different (don't ask us why). For example, the vivo T1 series spotted last year look rather different from the ones seen in some new leaks.

The tipster Ishan Agarwal recently revealed some live photos of the vivo T1 5G. As you can see, the device's rear camera module is larger than the one spotted in last year's renders. Both models have three cameras at the back, though the sizes aren't the same. On top of that, the vivo T1 5G has a slightly different LED flash, and a simple '5G' label etched to the right of the cameras. There are also some photos taken with the phone by @stufflistings.

vivo T1 5G coming up soon. Performance aside, it's going to be a super awesome device when it comes to camera capabilities #vivo #vivoT15G pic.twitter.com/LITa6xTrCf

Based on various sources, this vivo T1 5G is not the same as the vivo T1launched in China last year, which explains the difference in design. But aside from the cameras, the hardware inside is also different. While both come with 5G support, the vivo T1 5G is expected to use a less powerful Snapdragon 690 chipset (vs Snapdragon 778). It could also come with less base RAM at 4GB, a smaller 6.58-inch Full HD+ display (120Hz), and a 50MP main camera (vs 64MP).

In other words, the global vivo T1 5G can be considered a weaker vivo T1 but could come at a lower price point. Just a wild guess, so take this with a grain of salt. With that said, what do you think of the design? Could this be a budget smartphone you'd be interested to buy? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


Apple now blocks users from downgrading to iOS 13.5

While software exploits are ultimately inevitable, not many expected there to be a jailbreak for iOS 13.5 to arrive as quickly as it did. What made the unc0ver jailbreak bad for Apple is how it can work on nearly all modern iOS-based devices. Apple has since launched the new iOS 13.5.1 to patch the vulnerability and has taken steps to ensure you can't switch out of it.

According to 9to5Mac, Apple has now made it so that you can't rollback your Apple device to iOS 13.5. In other words, users who made the upgrade to iOS 13.5.1 will no longer be able to downgrade. While this is an easy way for Apple to reduce the number of people who use the unc0ver jailbreak, users who haven't upgrade can just opt to remain on iOS 13.5. Moreover, this type of blocking isn't always fair. Some users choose to downgrade when there's a bug in the new version, so disabling the downgrade means they might have to live with a major exploit.

Of course, the jailbreak community will always find a way to get around Apple's fixes, so it's only a matter of time before we see the next jailbreak. But regardless of that, upgrading to iOS 13.5.1 does have some benefits, such as fixing a memory consumption issue. This improved the memory handling performance for devices on the new version.

With WWDC 2020 set for later this month, iOS 13.5.1 is just an interim before Apple launches iOS 14 with all its new features. Until then, stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates and other tech news.


vivo T1 5G release: SD 695, 120Hz display, and 5,000mAh battery, starts from ~RM838

vivo has debuted a new T1 model today in India. Although the T1 5G shares the name with the vivo T1 and T1X that launched last year, the device actually has a huge difference in the tech specs. Now, let's read on to find out what the 5G variant has for us!

vivo T1 5G comes with a 6.58-inch IPS LCD with FHD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. Under the hood, the device is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 SoC paired with 4GB, 6GB or 8GB RAM alongside a 128GB storage which is expandable via the microSD slot. There's also a 5,000 mAh battery that supports 18W charging.

Furthermore, the vivo T1 5G brings a triple camera setup on the rear, consisting of a 50MP primary sensor, with two 2MP sensors for macro shots and depth data. It also has a 16MP front-facing camera housed in a waterdrop notch for selfies or video calls. Other features include a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, stereo speakers, a headphone jack, and Funtouch OS 12 based on Android 11.

The baseline variant (4/128GB) retails for INR 14,990 (~RM838) in the country, while the 6/128GB and 8/128GB models are priced at INR 15,990 (~RM894) and INR 18,990 (~RM1,062) respectively. It will be available in two colour options - Starlight Black and Rainbow Fantasy. Currently, there's still no news on whether the vivo T1 5G will come to Malaysia, but we'll let you know once we receive the latest information.

What do you think about the new member from vivo T1 series? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


vivo T1 5G & vivo T1x Malaysia release: budget gaming devices starting from RM649 as a special launch price

Today, vivo Malaysia finally unveiled the much-teased vivo T1 5G and vivo T1x. There are a total of three models to choose from and also, a special launching price starting from RM649 but we will get to that later. So first, let's talk about the tech specs and other details.

Surprisingly, the vivo V1x is the lesser variant between the two. It comes with a Snapdragon 680 chipset and has two memory options - a 4GB + 64B and 8GB + 128GB (with 2GB and 4GB extended RAM respectively). Being an entry-level device, it was expected to feature a large 5000mAh battery pack and it supports an 18W fast charging technology.

On the exterior, it has a 6.58-inch LCD in FHD+ resolution and offers two colour schemes in Gravity Black and Space Blue. The 8MP front camera is hanging out as a cutout hold and whereas the triple rear camera consists of a 50MP + 2MP + 2MP setup. As for the operating system, it is running in Funtouch OS 12 based on Android 12 out of the box.

On the other hand, the vivo T1 5G has a different set of specs compared with the original model that was launched in China. This model features a Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset instead and comes in an 8GB + 128GB option. The battery is slightly smaller at 4700mAh but backed up by a faster 66W fast charging technology.

Like the battery, the screen measurement is smaller at 6.44-inches but at least the display is AMOLED and FHD+. There is a triple rear camera module too with 64MP + 8MP + 2MP whereas the front is 16MP. The vivo T1 5G is running on Funtouch OS 12 as well. As for the details for each model:

The freebies promotion begins today (25 April) until 24 May 2022. So what do you think of the phones? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


vivo T1 series - New mid-ranger? | TechNave Unboxing and Hands-On Video

Last month, vivo Malaysia launched the vivo T1 series which are vivo T1 5G and vivo T1x. The T1 series comes with a starting price of RM699 and here are some of the tech specs of the devices.

The vivo T1 5G sports a 90Hz FHD+ AMOLED display, Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset, 8GB of RAM + 4GB of extended RAM, 128GB of internal storage, and 4700mAh battery. On the other hand, the vivo T1x features a 90Hz FHD+ LCD, Snapdragon 680 chipset, up to 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, and a 5000mAh battery.

For more information, please check out the vivo T1 series unboxing video, and be sure to stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


vivo T1 series renders appear, expected to feature Snapdragon 778 chipset

If you're familiar with vivo, you know that there are three main smartphone series - the S, X, and Y series. However, it looks like the company might be looking to add a new series to its product lineup. Specifically, sources claim that two vivo T series phones are on the way.

Renders for the vivo T1 and vivo T1X were revealed by Digital Chat Station, who also provided some tech specs for the phones. According to the tipster, the two devices will come with either the Snapdragon 778 or Dimensity 900 chipset. Both are also expected to have a high refresh rate display, 5000mAh battery, and 64MP main camera.

As for the design, the vivo T1 series has some similarities to the vivo Y20 series. It has the same vertical rear camera design, though one model has a punch-hole for the front camera instead of a waterdrop notch. It also has a thinner bottom bezel, giving it a higher screen-to-body ratio. Also, we don't see any rear or side-mounted fingerprint sensor, so the phone might have an under-display fingerprint sensor.

Of course, vivo hasn't uploaded any teasers or announcements about this series, so take the news with a grain of salt. With that said, what do you think about the design and specs so far? Would you be interested in this phone? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


vivo T2 5G series release: 90Hz AMOLED and SD 695 SoC from ~RM699

vivo has released a couple of new phones in India under its T2 5G series, the vivo T2 5G and vivo T2x 5G. Read on to find out more about both mid-range devices.

First up, the T2 5G is the more powerful out of the two and features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G SoC under the hood paired with either 6 or 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It also sports a 4500mAh battery with support for 44W charging via the USB-C port.

As for the display, the T2 5G has a 6.38-inch 90Hz AMOLED panel with a Full HD+ resolution and 1300 nits peak brightness. Moreover, the display has a water-drop notch which houses the 16MP selfie camera.

As for the main camera setup at its rear, the device has a 64MP main camera with OIS and EIS paired with a 2MP depth sensor and an LED flash. Other notable specs include an in-display fingerprint scanner, a 3.5mm audio jack, Android 13 via FuntouchOS 13 and colour options of either Nitro Blaza or Velocity Wave.

Moving towards the T2x 5G, it is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6020 SoC paired with either 4 or 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. The battery is a 5000mAh cell with support for 18W using the USB-C port.

The device sports a 6.58-inch 60Hz LCD panel with a resolution of Full HD+ with a water-drop notch. The latter houses the 8MP selfie camera while at the back, the T2x 5G has a 50MP main + 2MP depth dual-camera setup.

Besides that, the smartphone has a side-mounted fingerprint scanner, Android 13 via Funtouch OS 13, 5G connectivity and colour options of either Glimmer Black, Aurora Gold or Marine Blue.

In India, the T2x 5G starts from INR12999 or ~RM699 (4/128GB) all the way to INR15999 or ~RM861 (8/128GB). Meanwhile, the T2 5G starts from INR18999 or ~RM1022 (6/128GB) all the way to INR20999 or ~RM1130 (8/128GB).

As of the time of writing, vivo has yet to announced whether the series will be launched outside of India. So, what do you guys think of the T2 5G lineup? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news and releases such as this!


vivo T2x launching with a 6,000mAh battery and Dimensity 1300 chip

vivo will be launching the vivo T2 on 6 June. However, the device might not be the only one getting introduced on that day, as a new report has discovered another variant with a big battery capacity. If it were true, there would be the vivo T2x joining the lineup with a 6,000mAh battery and a MediaTek Dimensity 1300 chip.

The source says that the vivo T2x would sport a 6.58-inch LCD with a punch hole cutout that houses 16MP selfie camera. Meanwhile, it's getting two sensors on the rear, one being a 50MP sensor and another as a 2MP sensor. Furthermore, the 6,000mAh battery is said to support 44W fast charging.

The device would also have the fingerprint scanner embedded into the power button on the side. It could be chunkier than the predecessor as well, weighing over 200 grams while having a 9.2 mm thick profile.

What do you think about the vivo T2x? Let us know your thoughts by leaving a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


vivo TWS 2 appears in teaser video, will have active noise cancellation

Last year, vivo launched its TWS Neo in Malaysia. While it was a decent first try, it lacked some key features that users prefer to have these days. That's why the company is looking to address that with a new true wireless stereo model - the vivo TWS 2.

According to vivo, the vivo TWS 2 is set to launch on 20 May 2021. Compared to its predecessor, it has a shorter stem so it doesn't stick out as much. In addition to that, the earbuds now have an in-ear instead of an on-ear design, which is better for sound isolation.

In terms of features, vivo has confirmed that this new model will come with active noise cancellation. This is a key feature that many consider very important, especially those who commute via public transport. Besides that, the case also looks much bigger, which suggests that the battery life could be longer too.

Thanks to vivo's presence in Malaysia, we can definitely expect the vivo TWS 2 to be launched here. But what do you think of the design so far? Would you get this over the many other options available out there? Do share your thoughts in the comments below! For more news like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo TWS Neo comes with Bluetooth 5.2 and 27-hour battery life for ~RM301

The vivo X50 series of smartphones launched yesterday and you could tell that one of its main selling points was the camera. But the top-end vivo X50 Pro+ also emphasises on audio with Hi-Res Audio support, so it wasn't a surprise to see the launch of the new vivo TWS Neo too.

According to vivo, the vivo TWS Neo has 14.2mm drivers. Typically, earphones tend to use 9mm drivers so a 14.2mm one should be able to output higher volume and audio quality. It comes with the DeepX Stereo that gives you three different audio profiles of ultra-low bass, clear voice, and high treble.

It also supports Bluetooth 5.2 and uses Qualcomm's aptX Adaptive, which is supposed to help deliver CD-level audio quality. aptX Adaptive also has lower audio latencies (as low as 88ms), ensuring that your audio and video will stay synced. If you've used Bluetooth earphones, you'll know that this can be a problem when watching videos or playing games. The vivo TWS Neo has up to 5.5 hours of playback time on standard AAC mode or 27 hours with the charging case.

Considering its retail price of 499 yuan (~RM301), the vivo TWS Neo looks like a great deal if you're looking for a pair of TWS earbuds. But with that said, what do you think about it? Would you buy this if it launches in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


vivo V Fans Event to showcase mobile photography is coming soon to Sarawak

The 8th vivo V Fans Event continues its run in Malaysia for vivo mobile photography fans until 10 June 2023, offering photography tips and tricks and contests. This time around it will be at the Maxis Centre Plaza Merdeka Kuching on 2 June 2023. The workshop will have Afdhol and Sotla on hand to provide mobile photography tips for vivo V series users.

There will also be door gifts and food to share along with a photography contest and various limited-time offers (show your old V series device and get RM100 TnG reload with purchase of new vivo V27). The workshop will be held in collaboration with Maxis. Check out their Facebook page for more details and stay tuned to TechNave.com


vivo V11 and V11i officially revealed, starting price from RM1299 onwards and coming on 15 September 2018

So I guess it shouldn't come as a surprise, both the vivo V11 and V11i are officially announced in Malaysia and both are priced RM1699 and RM1299 respectively thanks to the earlier leaks from vendors online. These two devices are the successor of the not-so-old V9 series and both will be available at all authorised Vivo dealers, concept stores, as well as its online stores in Lazada, Shopee and 11street. The V11 will come first on 15 September whereas the little brother, V11i will come from 21 September 2018 onwards.

Just to make things clear, the V11 series in India are promptly called V11 and V11 Pro. The V11 variant in our country is the same as the V11 Pro, whereas our V11i is the same as their V11 variant. There are some minimal differences between the two devices, the most obvious one is the processor (SD 660 vs MT Helio P60), 6GB vs 4GB RAM, the V11i also oddly has a higher camera sensor than the V11, but lacking a Dual Pixel technology and of course, the in-display fingerprint sensor on the V11 which is a rare one.

Both the V11 and V11i essentially look the same, except that the V11 is slightly taller by an inch

We will be getting both Starry Night (photo above) and Nebula variants for the Malaysia market

Nothing out of the ordinary, Starry Night looks fantastic up-close though

Despite using a Dual Engine Fast Charging technology (V11 only), it's still using a microUSB 2.0

Stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


Apple now lets you transfer your photos and videos from iCloud to Google Photos

Although some Android platforms have a dedicated transfer app, transferring your data from iOS to an Android platform is not an easy task and usually take super long. Well, that's all changed because Apple just announced that you can now transfer your iCloud photos and videos to Google Photos.

To begin, you may visit the Data and Privacy page by Apple and sign in with your Apple ID. After that, you should see a "Transfer a copy of your data" option and follow the instructions written there. Do note that this transfer service won't remove everything on your iPhone, but rather like a backup method.

Depending on how much photos and videos you have on your iPhone, the transfer process may take between three to seven days. We were also told that all your files can be transferred except Smart Albums, Live Photos, photo stream content, some metadata, some RAW photos, and the original version of the photo (if you did the most recent edit).

For Malaysians, we might have to wait a while for this service because it's not available yet. The user also needs to have two-factor authentication and Google Photos account to complete the transfer too. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


vivo V11 is now RM1399 until 7 April 2019

In this short announcement, vivo Malaysia has started a price discount on the V11 smartphone for three days! So starting today (5 April) until 7 April 2019, the V11 will be just priced at RM1399 (RRP RM1699). You can just go to the nearest vivo store to check it out if it has been on your mind.

To recap, the V11 is a selfie smartphone featuring a 25MP front camera, a 12MP (24 million photosensitive units) + 5MP dual rear camera combination, an in-display fingerprint sensor on its 6.41-inch Halo FullView AMOLED Display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 AIE processor, 6GB of RAM, 128GB ROM, Funtouch OS 4.5 and many more.

For more information, you can find out more at their website right here.


vivo V11 passed SIRIM, coming in Halo FullView display and a Waterdrop notch

By now, you should have heard that vivo Malaysia has officially announced that the vivo V11 is coming soon to Malaysia on their Facebook page. Although they didn't say when it will come out, we can check out the SIRIM Certification page and it seems that the V11 is coming sooner than expected since it's been certified. We think early September would be a good timing.

Promptly name vivo 1806, the page didn't really reveal much about the tech-specs except for its connectivity which is standard. Besides that, the company also gave us some tips on its frontal display. According to another new teaser image posted on their Facebook again, the display is called Halo FullView display (rumoured to be 6.41-inch) and there it's accompanied by a Waterdrop notch. If you take a look at the notch there, there is only one front camera (perhaps 25MP?) and a stereo speaker on top there.

The V11 is scheduled to be released in India and Thailand as well, but we know that we could end up getting a different phone based on the market needs. From the rumour mill, it could feature 6GB + 128GB memory capacity, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 chipset, a 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera and a 3400mAh battery pack.

Expect more V11 teasers coming from vivo Malaysia in the coming days at TechNave.com.


vivo V11 review - The next selfie phone that could've been better

Well, that escalated quickly. It was only earlier this year that the vivo V9 was introduced then fast forward to a few months later, the vivo V11 just came out of nowhere as the new successor. Isn't it too soon? Maybe. But it's here now and we got the chance to review the new selfie modes and other features. Read on below to see what we think about this RM1699 selfie phone.

Starting off with the design, I have to give credit to vivo for coming up with a Starry Night and Nebula model. It's eye-catching, attractive and shines its best under a strong light source showing the "stars" on the back. In addition, the phone is extremely lightweight and probably at first glance, it's hard to imagine that such a pretty-looking phone is actually using a plastic behind, (which makes me feel like I'm holding a cheap device, but maybe that's just me). It should be great for those who don't like heavy smartphones.

The waterdrop notch up front on the FullView display, the Starry Night design is enchanting too

Depending on the angle, there's some purple shades appearing too

Here's one in blue from another angle, note that it still can get some fingerprints too

The bottom and sides are pretty standard here with the (L-R) 3.5mm headphone jack, microUSB 2.0 port, speaker grill, volume and power buttons, nothing out of the ordinary

Other than that, there's nothing else much to say on the design. There will be a Fairy Pink model coming soon in November so do look out for that if you're a fan of pink super selfie phones.

Here are the specifications for the vivo V11:

On paper, the V11 is as mid-range as it gets but comparing to its predecessor, this is a nice upgrade especially in terms of the memory and the camera specs with its super selfie tools at your disposal. In fact, when I was exploring the device it turns out that the V11 has a berzillion tricks (#exaggerating k) up its sleeve. I'll only talk about some features here so if you want to read all of them, you can visit our "11 Hidden Tricks about the vivo V11" article here.

vivo has always prided themselves as the leader of #PerfectSelfie, so it was a bit hard to imagine how they might improve that from the already impressive V9 phone. Well, the answer is putting an AI Face Shaping mode within the camera UI which can actually adjust your facial features ON THE SPOT. It's sort of creepy when you're at it, but the end result is not too bad. Personally, I'm not a fan of this but selfie fans could really enjoy this. Geez, talk about virtual plastic surgery haha.

The AI Face Shaping mode, it was a trippy experience

The AI Low Light Mode will come out automatically but not often

Another feature that vivo has been marketing is the AI Low Light Mode. From its promotional video, they demonstrated that it was possible to take wonderful evening shots with the subject in clear view. But of course, you shouldn't really believe everything and that's only half true. I'm saying that because from experience, the AI Low Light Mode only works perfectly well during a certain time window, especially after the sun sets and before nightfall. If you take a photo at night, it doesn't look as nice as it should. Furthermore, you can't manually turn on the feature and I personally think vivo shouldn't have made it automatic because it doesn't come out all the time.

Finally, vivo has also been promoting its Dual-Engine Fast Charging technology too. For a device that's using a microUSB port, I must say that this is quite an impressive feat because it's able to charge up to 70% in an hour, so nothing to complain there. We will talk more about the battery performance later below.

vivo has also pre-installed a new way of gesture navigation, takes awhile to get used to it but I think it's better than the traditional navigation buttons

Jovi smart scene helps to monitor some data such as upcoming events, steps taken, weather forecast and even have your favourite teams displaying the results

Camera user interface outlook with the AI Portrait Framing demo

You can apparently change the different animation styles for the in-display fingerprint sensor in the settings, it's cool and all but I find the Face Unlock more reliable to unlock the phone, since its unlocking speed is way faster than the in-display fingerprint sensor

Since the V11 is made for selfie lovers, it can be forgiven that the phone doesn't handle graphics-intense mobile games that well (even the audio output). Not to say that it's not playable at all, but the graphics may look a bit unsatisfactory for mobile gamers, particularly those who play PUBG Mobile or Asphalt 9. However, I guess it's also a blessing in disguise because of the low power consumption, so the battery durability is quite good, making it able to last the whole day easily with no overheating issues. If it's low on power, you can always rely on the Dual-Engine Fast Charging for a quick charge.

Connectivity is quite inconsistent on the V11, though. On one hand, playing multiplayer on the phone is usually fine but once you turn on the GPS for navigation, the phone gets "drunk" even when there is nothing covering above my head, as the connection signal will get lost instantly once you go under a bridge just for a moment. Vivo really needs to fix this via OTA patch, but luckily this doesn't affect the quality of network calls.

If you look closely, the cars are kinda like "pasted" there lol

Normal ranking for a mid-range device in AnTuTu score

The arrow mark is at the wrong side even though I wasn't standing under a roof

Camera performance on the V11 excels, and it has borrowed some existing functions from other models such as AI scene recognition and AI Backlight HDR. But evening photo shots can get grainy (and worse at night), as even the AI Low Light Mode doesn't help much and only works between sunset and nightfall as previously mentioned. The way to deal with this is to go to Pro Mode and adjust the settings for best results, but that will need some learning and practice. Anyway, selfie lovers will definitely love the new AI Portrait modes and they look great. Check out the picture samples below!

The Twin Towers, this was shot through a window screen

However, indoor shots with limited light can be a challenge

Trying out the AI Portrait mode in before and after

There are six modes in AI Portrait mode - Natural Light, Studio Light, Stereo Light, Loop Light, Rainbow Light and Monochrome Background, I can't tell which one is which when I was uploading these selfies lol

This is how Rainbow Lighting and Monochrome Background looks like, very nice

AI HDR is still useful in situations like this

Sunset! But there is some noise visible in the skies there

The noise gets more evident when the sun goes down

AI Low Light Mode is best used for times like this

Best to use Pro Mode for a better night shot

Or you can just make it dark like that...which defeats the purpose

Low light shots like this indoors is fine

The vivo V11 actually has plenty of merits, thanks to the beautiful design, multiple AI functions, durable battery and great camera performance (except the AI Low Light Mode which doesn't help much). However, right now there are A LOT of camera-centric mid-range smartphones around in Malaysia and all of them are priced quite competitively against the RM1699 V11.

Notable contenders include the Samsung Galaxy A9 (2018) since it has similar specs, but it'll only be available in November 2018 so we can't comment too much on this. However, the Huawei Nova 3 (RM1919) and honor 10 (RM1699, the price might have already dropped) are a threat because both take better photos in general and both feature flagship processors in a more solidly designed body. This goes the same for the Xiaomi Mi 8 (RM1599) as well and if you want an equal level playing field, the Mi A2 is at the advantage for being more affordable at RM1199 (6GB + 128GB, Snapdragon 660 chipset). So yeah... tough competition there.

Personally, the vivo V11 felt like a rushed product and maybe vivo should have been more patient in refining its software, such as the inconsistent in-display fingerprint sensor speed, GPS accuracy and the AI Low Light Mode. It could have been the best selfie phone but oh well, perhaps another time. Then again, it could serve well for people who actually like light phones (wrist not strong, cannot tahan) and like taking selfies during the daytime. For those types of users, you might want to consider trying out the vivo V11.

So what do you think about our review? Have a vivo V11 or know someone who does have it? Tell us more at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech reviews at TechNave.com.


vivo V11's Halo FullView display is bigger than you think

vivo Malaysia has been steadily teasing about their upcoming vivo V11 smartphone to Malaysia. They are still quite tight-lipped about it, though, as they are still teasing the same thing on their Facebook page about having a Halo FullView display. That being said...what the heck is a Halo FullView display?

It doesn't take a scientist to figure out that the name is probably just a placeholder for the Waterdrop notch. And before you start accusing that vivo stole the idea from OPPO, you ought to know that both of the companies are basically under the same roof so...there's that. But is there anything else to the fancy display name? Well yes, turns out that the display is confirmed to be 6.41-inch and it's Super AMOLED with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio which is not seen on mid-range phones that often. The side bezels are also measured just 1.76mm and 3.8mm at the bottom only, effectively making the screen-to-body ratio up to 91.27%!

So...yeah, this is the Halo FullView display by vivo. It's also worth mentioning that it will have an in-display fingerprint sensor too so that's one heck of a device to look forward to. Stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo V11's commercial shows off new AI Low Light Mode

vivo V11 has been out for quite some time now and vivo Malaysia has been pumping out quite a few advertisements on their YouTube channel. While most of the features shown aren't anything that we have never seen, there is a particular one that caught out attention which is the AI Low Light Mode.

According to the commercial, the AI Low Light Mode is what the name suggests - taking photos in a low light environment without looking so grainy. How this can be achieved is the V11's AI algorithms capturing multiple frames and then combine them, creating a balanced photo that's not so dark and bright at the same time. We haven't tested this feature out yet. On paper, it sounds pretty good but we also wonder how does this play out with the Dual Pixel technology that absorbs light in the low light environment, perhaps the AI Low Light Mode's job is to balance the lighting.

In addition to that, the AI Backlight HDR also capture multiple frames then release the final image with the best result, something that we are familiar with on the X21 device. AI Scene Recognition is also on board so by theory, it should produce pretty great photos with the 12MP + 5MP dual rear camera.

We are currently reviewing the V11 so stay tuned for that at TechNave.com.


vivo V11 selling fast and the (RM1299) V11i pre-order sale ends on 20 September 2018

Just over the long weekend, the vivo V11 just became one of the fastest selling mid-range smartphones in Malaysia, making its debut on 15 September 2018 in Sunway Pyramid for an attractive price of RM1699 where 111 customers who purchased it received an extra drone as part of the mystery gift box.

While the V11 is still on sale, the pre-order for the V11i is still on-going until 20 September 2018 and those who pre-order it may collect it the next day (21 September 2018). If you're interested, there's still time for you to pre-order it at any vivo concept stores, authorised dealers and collaboration partners, as well as pre-ordering it online at vivo's official online store or all the e-commerce marketplace. The V11i is currently RM1299.

The V11 also features existing camera technologies such as AI HDR and AI Portrait, along with a new AI Low Light Mode

To recap, the V11 is the only mid-range smartphone to feature an in-display fingerprint sensor technology that is usually seen on the company's flagship devices. It also has a Super AMOLED display and packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 AIE and 6GB of RAM, while the V11i uses a MediaTek Helio P60 and 4GB of RAM, both have the same 128GB memory storage capacity in Nebula and Starry Night. You can check out the full specifications from our official coverage here.

Stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo V11 will have an in-display fingerprint sensor and Super AMOLED display

So here's another teaser post from vivo Malaysia, the vivo V11 will be integrating an in-display fingerprint sensor and even though we already knew that, there is additional information that they have given us too. Well, minimal information to be exact but interesting at the same time because of the features.

According to vivo Malaysia, they are hinting that the V11 is "estimated to be a cost-effective and high price ratio". What do they mean? Well, if you look from a manufacturing point of view, having an in-display fingerprint sensor is not some technology that anyone can just slap on. If you know vivo products, so far only the X21 and NEX have the feature and both are also priced from RM2200 onwards. Besides that, the company also said that the device will have a Super AMOLED display too. This makes sense so that it can work with the in-display fingerprint sensor just like the X21 and NEX.

So since the technology is going to be on a mid-range device, it's quite possible that the V11 will be the most affordable phone with that technology (if that's truly the case). What do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo V15 pre-order now on TuneTalk with a free 120GB Yearly Online Plan

Hey vivo fans! Previously, it was announced that the vivo V15 Pro is available on TuneTalk. Right now starting from today onwards, the younger brother - V15 just joined the party and it also offers a free 120GB Yearly Plan.

Apart from the free 120GB Yearly Plan, there's also an additional 10GB Online Package per month for the next 12 months, as well as a free vivo gift box that's reserved for customers on a first-come-first-served basis. You can find out more information on their website right over here.

Similarly to the V15 Pro, the V15 also has a 32MP Elevating Front Camera on top of its 6.53-inch Ultra FullView display. The triple rear camera is slightly different, though, comprising of 12MP + 8MP + 5MP configuration, running on 6GB of RAM and plenty of 128GB storage. The phone is available at Topaz Blue and Glamour Red.

Stay tuned for more local tech deals only at TechNave.com.


vivo V15Pro is now available on DiGi Postpaid plans from as low as RM22 per month

With the recent release of the vivo V15Pro, the latest mid-range selfie smartphone is now available in DiGi starting from RM22 per month. As always, this is only applicable to DiGi's Postpaid Plans and in addition to that, it's also accompanied by PhoneFreedom 365 Plan with RM0 upfront payment and 0% Interest Rate for the rest of the year, as well as DiGi SHIELD.

There are also four DiGi Postpaid Plans for the V15Pro which are Postpaid 80, 120, 160 and 190. The last one, Postpaid 190 is the one where you can pay RM22 per month and if you go for Postpaid 80, it will be RM64 per month which isn't too bad. As for Postpaid 120 and 160, it will be RM47 and RM34 respectively.

Just to recap, the V15Pro is the world's first 32MP elevating front camera above its 6.39-inches ultra fullview AMOLED display. With that, there's also an in-display fingerprint scanner and the primary camera on the triple camera setup is a 48MP sensor. To know more about DiGi's promotion, you can head over to the website and stay tuned for more vivo news at TechNave.com.


vivo V17 Malaysia release: Ultra O screen display and 48MP AI Quad camera for the price of RM1699

vivo Malaysia has officially announced that their vivo V17 smartphone is available in Malaysia at the price of RM1699. In terms of the availability date, the aforementioned smartphone will be available in Malaysia starting from 21 December 2019 onwards.

Moving on to the notable features of the vivo V17, it comes equipped with the Ultra O Screen Design which is a 6.44-inch FHD+ display which is equipped with one of the smallest hole punch notch in the industry. Not only that, but it also features a screen-to-body ratio of 91.38% as well.

Moving onto the rear, the smartphone houses an AI Quad Camera setup which consists of a 48MP main camera, 8MP super wide-angle camera, 2MP macro camera as well as a 2MP bokeh camera. The vivo V17 will be available in two different colour schemes including Admiral Blue as well as Crystal White.

With all that said, would you be interested in getting the vivo V17 smartphone in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple now lists iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 2 as vintage products

Apple has added the iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 2 into its vintage and obsolete products list. The company has stopped the sale of the mentioned products for more than five years, so it's time for them to enter the list.

If you have no idea what the list is about, it actually records the products that Apple stopped distributing them for sale more than 5 and less than 7 years ago. Since the iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 2 were launched in October 2014 and November 2013 respectively, they're considered vintage products now.

To recap, the iPad Air 2 was the first iPad Air to feature a Touch ID fingerprint sensor. It also featured Apple's A8X processor and had a laminated gapless display, allowing it to be significantly thinner than the original iPad Air. Meanwhile, the iPad mini 2 was also known as the Retina iPad mini. The tablet used an A7 processor and the M7 coprocessor initially introduced in the iPhone 5s.

Do you still own these devices, and are they still working well under your care? Leave a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


vivo V17 could be released in Malaysia very soon

Apparently, a smartphone called the vivo V17 has recently passed SIRIM certification and it seems that will be able to fit two SIM cards. Unlike the vivo V17 Pro, the non-pro variant is expected to come mid-ranged specifications as well as a lower price.

With all that said, there is no official information in regards to the exact tech specs, local pricing as well as the Malaysia release date for the device in question. However, a little birdy told us that there is a huge possibility that the vivo V17 smartphone might be released somewhere in about two weeks.

With all that said, what do you think of the vivo V17 so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo V17 will be unveild in Malaysia on 17 December 2019

vivo has officially announced that the vivo V17 smartphone, will be unveiled in Malaysia on 17 December 2019. While not much is officially known about the aforementioned smartphone, the device has been certified by SIRIM and it seems that it will come with dual-SIM capabilities.

Also, there is no information in regards to the tech specs and local pricing of the vivo V17 as well. Would you be interested in getting vivo’s new smartphone as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo V19 Malaysia release: up to 48MP main camera and 6.44-inch Super AMOLED display at price of RM1699

vivo Malaysia has officially unveiled the vivo V19 in Malaysia and it is available for pre-order starting from the price of RM1699. In terms of the colours, the aforementioned smartphone comes in either Gleam Black or Sleek Silver.

As for the tech specs, the vivo V19 comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 712 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage, 6.44-inch Super AMOLED Ultra O display with a screen resolution of FHD+, as well as a 4500mAh battery with 33W vivo FlashCharge 2.0 support. Camera-wise, 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP quad-camera setup at the back while the front has a 32MP + 8MP dual front-facing selfie cameras.

The smartphone also comes with various features such as in-display fingerprint sensor, supports up to 2 Nano-SIMs as well as 1 MicroSD card, and it runs on the Funtouch OS 10. With all that said, would you be interested in getting the vivo V19 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo V19 allegedly coming to Malaysia in March 2020, will have dual front cameras

Unlike the vivo V17's single front camera, the V19 is expected to have dual front camera

It wasn't all too long ago when vivo launched the V17 smartphone in Malaysia, but it seems that the next one is already on the way. vivo's V series consist of smartphone models that focus in delivering devices with high-resolution cameras and the upcoming vivo V19 is expected to come really soon.

According to an anonymous that did not want to be named, vivo Malaysia will be bringing the V19 to our shores in March 2020. The brand's next mobile photography-focused smartphone will come with a dual front camera setup that will be set in a punch-hole cutout. Details are sparse but the source claimed that one of the front cameras is a depth sensor, which would be great for selfies taken in Portrait Mode.

Currently, it's hard to verify the credibility of this rumour as vivo Malaysia has yet to make an official announcement. We'll be keeping an eye out for updates on this so stay tuned to TechNave.com for further news.


vivo V19 release: 48MP AI Quad camera and SD675 AIE from ~RM1260

vivo has officially unveiled the vivo V19 smartphone in Indonesia, and it starts from the price of 4299000 Rupiah (~RM1260) for the 8GB RAM + 128GB ROM variant while the 8GB RAM + 256GB ROM is priced at 4999000 Rupiah (~RM1466). While there is no official information in regards to the Malaysia release date of the aforementioned smartphone, we suspect that it will be available here before the end of March 2020.

In terms of the tech specs, the vivo V19 comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 675 AIE chipset, 8GB of RAM, up to 256GB of internal storage, as well as a 6.44-inch FHD+ display with a screen resolution of 91.38%. Camera-wise, the device has a 48MP + 8MP + 2MP + 2MP Ai quad-camera in the rear, and a 32MP front-facing hole-punch selfie camera located towards the top right of the display.

Furthermore, it comes with a 4500mAh internal battery which supports the Dual-Engine Fast Charging which allows it to charge much faster than conventional chargers. With all said, would you be interested in getting the vivo V19 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


vivo V2 ISP chip promises better low-light optimisation

Nowadays, many brands have devices focusing on mobile photography. Some smartphones are so good that people prefer them over portable digital cameras. vivo is a big player in this area, and its upcoming vivo X90 series promises a lot with a new V2 ISP chip.

Recently, vivo announced that its next flagship series would feature two core processing chips and a visual imaging tech. Besides the Dimensity 9200 chipset, it would also have a new vivo V2 ISP (Imaging Signal Processor). This ISP will deliver higher ISO levels, less image noise, better zoom capabilities, and more. Overall, vivo fans can expect improved low-light performance.

Speaking of chips, sources suggest the vivo X90 Pro+ should feature a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset instead. The top-tier model is also expected to come with a new 1-inch Sony IMX989V sensor (50MP), a 6.78-inch curved Samsung E6 AMOLED display, and faster LPDDR5X RAM. There was even a leaked photo of the device earlier this week, revealing what should be a large telephoto camera as well.

As expected, vivo is giving the Pro+ variant's hardware would be able to make the most out of the new vivo V2 ISP. Of course, how well it performs remains to be seen. Would you buy one if it delivers? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about the vivo X90 series.


vivo V20 SE Malaysia release: 6.44-inch AMOLED display and 32MP Super Night Selfie price at RM1199

Today, it's vivo Malaysia's turn to introduce the vivo V20 SE in Malaysia. The V20 SE is priced at RM1199 and it's available now with freebies including a mini speaker and car phone holder worth RM199 (eligible until 2 October). The tech specs and features weren't widely announced when it was released in China first, but we got everything you need to know.

Starting with the basics, the V20 SE features a Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 chipset, 8GB of RAM, 128GB internal storage, and a 4100mAh battery with 33W fast charging technology. On the 6.44-inch FHD+ AMOLED waterdrop display, you can find the 32MP front camera at the waterdrop notch and it supports an in-display fingerprint sensor.

On the back, there lies the triple rear camera that consists of a 48MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (depth) module. The camera software supports Super Night Mode and there's AR too for the selfie snapper. The back design is also available in Gravity Black and Oxygen Blue as promoted prior to the release, and that's basically all you need to know about the phone.

In addition, vivo Malaysia will host a live V20 SE event on its official Facebook page on Friday, 25 September 2020, from 8PM to 9PM. Viewers who participate in the live broadcast will have the opportunity to win a V20 SE phone as well as a beautiful gift. That's all folks, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


vivo V20 SE full tech specs leaked: AMOLED FHD+ display & 33W FlashCharge ?

Vivo Malaysia posted a teaser image of the vivo V20 SE that is coming soon. With this image, there are plenty of rumours going around before its launches. Here are some new leaks about the vivo V20 SE.

According to the leaker - Sudhanshu, there are two colour variants which are Pale Blue and Black, weighing 171 grams, and measures 7.83mm. The vivo V20 SE could come with a 6.44-inch waterdrop-notch AMOLED FHD+ 1080p resolution and it is protected by a Corning Gorilla Glass 3.

-In-Display fingerprint scanner-Android 10, Funtouch OS 11-171g-7.83mm(2/2)

As for the chipset, it might be a Snapdragon 665 chipset, up to 8GB of RAM, and 128GB of internal storage. This device perhaps sport a MicroSD card slot up to 1TB. On top of that, the vivo V20 SE could potentially house with a 4100mAh battery capacity, supporting 33W FlashCharge technology with a USB-C charging port.

On the other hand, this device could also sport the triple rear camera setup with a 48MP (main camera) + 8MP (ultra-wide lens) + 2MP (bokeh lens). As for the selfie snapper, it could be a 32MP selfie sensor. Moreover, the video recording might perhaps support up to 4K resolution with 30fps. Lastly, it also might support the in-display fingerprint scanner and Funtouch OS 11 based on Android 10.

Well, these are the leaks, so just take it with a pinch of salt as we are still waiting for the official announcement. Would you get the vivo V20 SE if it is launched in Malaysia? Let us know in the comments below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


vivo V20 SE passed SIRIM certification and it's expected to launch at the end of September

It was only yesterday that we wrote a piece of news about the vivo V20 series. Consisting of a vanilla V20, V20 Pro, and V20 SE, we got some news that the V20 SE is making its way to Malaysia soon as it has received SIRIM certification.

From the screenshot below, the device is labelled as V2022 under VTalent Business Sdn. Bhd. as a registered company. Not much is known about this smartphone, but we are guessing that it's another mid-range smartphone and it looks suspiciously similar to the X50 Pro that was released not too long ago. Rumours have it that the V20 series is packing a triple rear camera module in black and a gradient option.

Besides that, there could be a 44MP front camera and a Snapdragon 665 chipset on board too. The memory is up to 8GB of RAM and supports 33W fast-charging technology. Lastly, we also got a tip that the V20 SE is expected to launch in Malaysia by the end of this month. Stay tuned for more trending gadget news at TechNave.com.