Blizzard to unveil first Warcraft-based mobile game on 3 May 2022

For Blizzard fans out there, the next few months are going to be quite the treat. Not only is the company launching Diablo Immortal in June but also its first Warcraft-based mobile game in May. Blizzard even confirmed an event to unveil the details about the latter.

Yesterday, the official Warcraft Twitter account confirmed that it will reveal a mobile game set in the Warcraft universe. Blizzard will host a live-streamed event on 3 May 2022 at 10 AM PST for the big reveal. And for Malaysia, it would be at 1 AM GMT+8 on 4 May 2022. You can check out the live stream page when the time comes if you don't mind staying up late.

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There is no other info available on the game, so the exact premise for the game hasn't been confirmed. Having said that, it's probably not a mobile version of World of Warcraft. Instead, many believe that it would be a mobile port of one of the classic Warcraft PC games. It could either be the first Warcraft game, or a mobile port of the remastered Warcraft III: Reforged.

What Warcraft game do you think this could be? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for the report on the reveal!


Blizzard unveils new Warcraft mobile game, pre-registration now live on the Google Play Store

Today, Blizzard Entertainment has unveiled its upcoming Warcraft mobile game. Dubbed Warcraft Arclight Rumble, it's a mobile action strategy game that looks similar to the popular mobile Clash Royale game app and it will be free-to-play for everyone.

Although it looks like Clash Royale, the gameplay differs a bit as it focuses on melee battles with collectable "Minis". It has a single-player campaign, as well as PvP online battles or co-op play. On the website, it is said that there are over 65 Warcraft Minis and you can build multiple army combinations.

Warcraft first started out as a real-time strategy game so this mobile game seems to take some cues from it. In Warcraft Arclight Rumble, it seems that you can collect gold and deploy your Minis, capturing towers, and each Mini class has a strength and weakness. Each Mini leader also has special abilities just like in the PC game.

Since it will be a free-to-play mobile game, we expect a lot of in-game item purchases. The pre-registration is now available on the Google Play Store but has yet to appear on the Apple App Store. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Blockbuster Movies such as Mulan, A Quiet Place II and also Fast 9 will be postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak!

When No Time To Die got delayed to November 2020, we had a bad feeling of other upcoming blockbuster movies will face the same consequences. Just a few hours ago, we got the news that fans of Fast and Furious 9, A Quiet Place 2, and Mulan will need to wait longer because the movies are being delayed due to the outbreak of coronavirus which is already declared as a pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

According to the multiple sources from here and there, Disney is delaying Mulan, New Mutants and Antlers with no new release date announced at the moment. Mulan is one of Disney’s biggest movie debut of the year which is important for the company to penetrate international markets, especially in China. But the outbreak has pushed back the scheduled releasing date on 27 March due to the outbreak.

Statement from Paramount Picture's Official Twitter Account

Besides Disney, Paramount Pictures and Universal Pictures have also announced the delay of their biggest film debut, A Quiet Place II and also Fast 9. Paramount Pictures mentioned that the film will still be releasing at some point of the year in a statement on their official Twitter account. As for Fast 9 fans, you will need to wait for another year before it will be released...which is 2021 #sigh.

With that said, the pandemic is affecting industries around the world and it could be worst if the outbreak still yet to be controlled. So do keep your personal hygiene well taken care of and stay tuned for more news updates on TechNave.com!


Blocks lets you customize your own modular smart watch

Considering that Project Ara is already well on the way to making an affordable yet customizable modular smartphone, Blocks is going the same way but for smart watches or smart bands. Like Project Ara, each component of the smartwatch, such as the display or the GPS or processor can be customized according to the segments of the device. These segments hook up to each other to create a very angular looking smartwatch which looks more sharp than comfortable, at least to us, but lets you customize your smartwatch as you need it. For now, Blocks is more of a realistic concept render and an idea with no news yet on a possible Malaysia release date or pricing, but if it does come true it could be a good step forward for the wearable mobile device many are expecting to replace the smartphone. Check out the Blocks video for yourself below or go to the Blocks site for more information:


Blocks modular smartwatch coming soon!

We first reported on the Blocks modular smartwatch earlier in the year but it looks like they could be coming out soon better than before. Things have been looking up for the Blocks team as they received funding from Intel and are now looking to release their first 1000 units of the Blocks modular smartwatch under an exclusive membership program. A recently released video shows that while the interlocking module design remains the same there are now a lot more modules including a round watchface, heart rate monitor and much more. Check it out for yourself in the video below:


Blood pressure and ECG tracking are now available to Samsung Galaxy Watch5 series users in Malaysia

Samsung Malaysia has announced that the blood pressure and electrocardiogram (ECG) tracking features on the Samsung Galaxy Watch5 series are now available to users in Malaysia. In a press release, the company said that the Galaxy Watch is an ideal personal fitness monitoring device to complement regular medical check-ups.

For the blood pressure tracking feature, Samsung said that the Galaxy Watch5 series is built with a Photoplethysmogram (PPG) sensor inside. This can be used to record systolic and diastolic pressure, as well as pulse rate, and record it in the Samsung Health Monitor Blood Pressure app. Here’s how to use the feature on the smartwatch:

Meanwhile, for the ECG reading feature, Samsung said that the Galaxy Watch5 series is built with an ECG sensor and that users can use the Samsung Health Monitor ECG app to create, record, save, and export ECG data. Here’s how to use the feature on the smartwatch:

Samsung also clarified that for the Galaxy Watch5 series to work optimally, users are recommended to follow these important, detailed instructions on how to set up and calibrate their Galaxy Watch, Galaxy smartphone and Samsung Health Monitor app.

Additionally, the Galaxy Watch5 series can be sued to measure Body Composition as well. This shows you your body fat percentage, muscle mass, and body water percentage. So, what do you guys think of these health-tracking features on the smartwatch? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Blood pressure monitoring feature may only come to the Apple Watch in 2024 at the earliest

Reliable tipster on everything Apple, Mark Gurman yesterday revealed that the tech giant is currently facing issues of inaccurate readings with its blood pressure monitoring technology. Gurman elaborated that Apple had planned to put the feature inside the upcoming Apple Watch, but the issue means that it has to be postponed.

Hence, the highly anticipated health feature will be absent from the Apple Watch Series 8 this September, or even in the Series 9. According to Gurman, the technology may only be ready in 2024 ‘at the earliest’.

Shared by Gurman through his column on Bloomberg, the tech insider said that sources close to the matter revealed that accuracy has been the main challenge during testing. This is despite Apple only planning to introduce the capability to alert users if they have hypertension as well as recommend talking with their doctor, and not provide specific blood pressure readings.

In the same article, Gurman also revealed that Apple is still ‘several years away’ from blood sugar monitoring capabilities on the Apple Watch. However, the serial tipster did say that Apple will be introducing new health features around sleep, fitness, women’s health and medication management in the Series 8 this year.

While Gurman has been consistently accurate in the past, do take these information with a grain of salt as nothing is confirmed as of yet. We’ll just have to wait until the launch the Series 8 to find out I guess.

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


7.12-inch Huawei Smartphones equipped with a 4900mAh battery spotted on TENAA

Recently two Huawei 7.12-inch smartphone has been spotted on TENAA and both is expected to come equipped with with a large 4900mAh capacity battery, Qualcomm Snapdragon 636 chipset which, 16MP + 2MP rear facing camera, 8MP front facing selfie camera, 4GB of RAM, up to 128GB of internal storage, and a screen resolution of 1080 x 2244 pixels.

Based on the listing, the device will have a rather unique leather design in the rear. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as there is no official statement by Huawei. Other than that there is no other information on the release date, pricing and availability of the device so stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates like these.


Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night coming to Android and iOS soon

Have any of you played the old Castlevania games? It's a well-known action-adventure series that brought Koji Igarashi to prominence as a video game producer. The man left Konami a few years ago to produce a spiritual successor to the series called Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night and it's coming to mobile soon.

A new teaser trailer released this week showed off the mobile version's controls and some gameplay of the modern platformer. According to Engadget, mobile publisher NetEase has also confirmed that the game will be available for both Android and iOS. You can pre-register on the app stores to get notifications for when the game is released.

The game will be available for USD 9.99 (~RM41) and should provide more than 20 hours of gameplay content. With that said, do you enjoy classic-style platformers like this? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news on the latest gadgets and mobile games.


Blue Coral Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge heading to Singapore

If you wish that the Coral Blue from the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is available on other models, heads up. Samsung, through their office in Singapore, has announced that there will be a Coral Blue version of the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge coming to the market soon.

The curved screen phone is the current forerunner for Note 7 users to change to as it shares similar functionalities and size with the aforementioned model. Samsung is making great strides as they are bringing the formerly limited colour to the S7 Edge model.

As for availability, the subsidiary said the phone (32GB variant) will go on sale in the Singapore starting November 5. It will carry a price tag of SGD 1,098 (~RM 3293). Will it come to Malaysia? We will be following up with Samsung Malaysia on this matter, so stay tuned to TechNave.


Blue Coral Samsung Galaxy S7 edge now available in Malaysia

Today, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is proud to release the latest Blue Coral theme Galaxy S7 edge in Malaysia! For the same recommended retail price of RM3099 (inclusive of GST), the Blue Coral edition is inspired by nature of the ocean and this year’s colour trend.

“Blue is a significant colour for us at Samsung as it is not only our corporate colour, it is a colour for the bold and the adventurous. As a global brand, we constantly create significant innovations useful for worldwide consumers, and with the Galaxy S7 edge in Blue Coral, we are offering millennials who want to be different a bold and aspirational smartphone companion in the pursuit of their unforgettable lifetime adventures,” said Mr Lee Jui Siang, Vice President, IT & Mobile Business Unit, Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Also, not forgetting features like the trademark sleek dual curve edge design, along with its IP68 dust and water resistance and the Dual Pixel technology, which is the first to be installed inside a smartphone delivering high-quality photos with the likes of DSLRs.

In addition to Blue Coral, the Galaxy S7 edge is also available in Black Onyx, Gold Platinum and Silver Titanium. For more product information, please visit www.samsung.com/my/galaxy-s7.


Blueprints and 6 considerations are still taking into account before deciding to end the MCO on 28 April!

Malaysia’s government is still developing a blueprint for a return to normalcy after movement control order (MCO). As Datuk Dr. Noor Nisham Abdullah announced there were 57 new Covid-19 infected cases and 3 more deaths yesterday, he mentioned there are 6 considerations that must be accounted before deciding to end the MCO on 28 April.According to Datuk Dr. Noor Nisham, the 6 considerations include an effective border control to prevent the influx of new cases, the effectiveness of the MCO, the capacity of Malaysia’s health care system, measures to protect high-risk groups, adherence to new norms such as social distancing, and inter-agency cooperation. He added, although the MCO resulted in a good manner, we still cannot end it immediately, but only by having a soft landing on it.Current status of Covid-19 infections in Malaysia

So even if the MCO ends as scheduled, we will not be encouraged to go back to our normal lifestyle but still recommended staying at home especially for those who are unrelated to the economic sector. As our actions are the key to break the infection chain of Covid-19. He also highlighted that the government should refrain from ending the MCO before new cases drop to the single digits.As of now, there is no official confirmation on whether will the MCO be ending as scheduled to be extended yet but do continue to practice all the precautionary steps and continue to stay at home. Stay tuned for more local news updates on TechNave.com!


Blueshark enters Malaysia with R1 Series electric scooters, starting price from RM7190

Today, a new brand has entered the Malaysian market with a lineup of advanced smart electric scooters. Named Blueshark, a subsidiary of Sharkgulf Technologies Group, the company officially unveiled the Blueshark R series comprising the R1 and R1 Lite.

The Blueshark R1 smart electric scooter features a range of of up to 110km on a single charge (NEDC), with a top speed of 80km/h and peak torque of 201Nm. Powered by a 5000w high speed electric permanent magnet motor and Dual Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery packs, it can be fully charged anywhere within 3.5 hours. The battery pack can be swapped at any Blueshark battery swap station (BlueStation).

Riders can choose five riding modes including the Walk Assist Mode (WAM) and Turbo modes. The Blueshark R1 is also equipped with the advanced ArkRide smart operating system, with Bluetooth connectivity, GPS navigation, media playback, OTA updates, driving recorder and more, via the 10.4'' Full Colour HD IPS user-friendly dashboard.

Interested customers can outright purchase (from RM7190) and take up subscription packages (from RM487) for the smart electric scooter as well as swappable battery packs (from RM59). On top of that, the company revealed the initial results of its Blueshark Pilot Programme, where 50 e-hailing delivery riders took home the R1 Smart Electric Scooter for a month to test the new electric scooters on the roads.

To learn more about Blueshark spearheading its green urban mobility initiative in Malaysia, please visit www.blueshark.com.my. What do you think of Blueshark? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Bluetooth certification for OPPO Find X2 Pro exposes camera specs

Will the Find X2 Pro have the same slide mechanism as the Find X?

Although OPPO has delayed its launch to March, details of its upcoming devices continue to surface. Last week, a rumour claimed that the upcoming Find X2 Pro will have a 60X zoom. This time around, a more concrete piece of evidence has exposed its rear camera specs.

Thanks to the keen eyes of ITHome, a Bluetooth certification for the Find X2 Pro (model number CPH2025) was found. It records the phone as having a triple camera setup that consists of a 48MP wide-angle lens, 48MP ultrawide-angle lens, and a 13MP periscopic zoom lens. The front camera has plenty of resolution too, with it being a 32MP shooter.

While the other tech specs haven't been confirmed yet, there's reason to believe that most of the rumours are true by now. In the last few weeks, we've had all sorts of rumours about this device. It's expected to run on a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 chipset and have a 120Hz display, as well as come with support for the brand's 65W Super VOOC fast-charging.

If these tech specs are all legit, the OPPO Find X2 Pro would be a powerful flagship that will perform well in multiple areas. It'll definitely be interesting to see how well its 60X periscopic zoom will work. With that said, would you be interested in purchasing this phone when it launches in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Boeing and BlackBerry to develop Boeing Black smartphone which can self-destruct

Boeing and Blackberry are jointly developing a smartphone called the Boeing Black. After smartphones, the Canadian company is known for its data security and encryption services, which is probably why Boeing approached Blackberry to develop the device. The smartphone will be able to automatically self-destruct if someone tries to tamper with it. The Black will have many other encryption services to protect the data within. Naturally with such features, Boeing is targeting customers such as government agencies and businesses where data security is very crucial. This self-destructing feature will essentially make sure that sensitive data will never fall into the wrong hands. There are other security features as well, but these details and specific tech specs weren't revealed. However, it may run on Google's Android platform along with Blackberry Enterprise Service 12. It could also feature dual SIM card slots which can also be configured to connect with biometric sensors and satellites. Boeing has already started offering the device to potential customers, so it's production should start soon.


Bold Motion smartwatch announced by HP and Movado

Renowned Swiss watchmaker, Movado have teamed up with HP Inc. to produce a smartwatch of their own. Engineered by HP, the Bold Motion is compatible with both Apple and Android smartphones. It will also offers some fashion influence with previous partnerships including a Michael Bastian and Vivienne Tam.

Engineered by HP, the Bold Motion does what most other smartwatches do – including send you notifications of e-mails, messages, phone calls, meetings and tracking your health activities. However what makes it different from other smartwatches is the look retains Movado's classic and simplicity circular disc that has the mark 12 on the dial, mixed with an aqua-hued LED display.

The smartwatch also has a black silicone strap and a 44mm stainless steel case. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details just yet, but it would be great if HP Malaysia brings it in to the country anytime soon. Stay tuned for more details.


Boost E-wallet now integrated with Setel, cashback and double rewards

Setel app is the first app that we can pay for refilling fuel at Petronas. You can just sit in the car and ‘Setel’ everything with your smartphone, which includes buying snack by using the app and the staff will even send it to your vehicle. Now Boost have announced their new collaboration with Setel to bring cashback and double rewards to the users.

How do double rewards work? Of course, you must have the Boost app and you can find the Setel icon at the ‘Transport’ under the ‘Do More’ column. After tapping on the Setel icon, enter your mobile number to register. Once registered, the users can just start to pump the petrol by just entering the pump number and amount to be filled.

From left to right are the steps to register

From now until 31 December 2020, both of the apps are giving 10% cashback, capped at RM5 with the minimum spending of RM30. Please take note that, this only applies to 200,000 newly registered Setel users who make the first transaction by using the Boost app. The cashback will automatically be credited into the Setel Wallet within 7 working days. Furthermore, the cashback that is credited into Setel Wallet will be deducted in the next visit with the minimum spending of RM20.

So what are you waiting for? Go and download the Boost app so you can gain the Mesra point at the same time on Boost app as well. Kill two birds with one stone method (duh)! To know more about tech news, be sure to stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Boost - The new and smarter way to top up your prepaid mobile and available for all prepaid users

Hate queuing up in line just to reload your prepaid mobile? We understand, but there’s a new way to get around this. Introducing Boost mobile app, topping up your prepaid has just been made easier, faster, more fun and rewarding! Never heard of it? Allow us to educate you.

Apparently, the Boost mobile app has been around since early this year. It revolutionizes the way customers transact in today's increasingly digital and mobile world, by prioritizing the prepaid mobile experience. You no longer have to take a trip to the store and punch in the 16-digit PIN anymore as friends on prepaid can even share their Boost Credits for you to top up for free which will never expire!

Moreover, Boost app values security so you will need to key in your security PIN for every transaction. Boost has also partnered with the best in industry to keep your financial and personal information encrypted.

Initially designed for Xpax users, Boost just got bigger and it’s now available for all prepaid users including Hotlink, Digi, U Mobile, Tune Talk, XOX and Altel!

Sounds cool so far? It gets better! You can get rewarded by getting your friends on prepaid to start using Boost. Here’s how:

Boost mobile app is now available on the Google Play Store and it’s coming soon to the Apple Store too. For more information, head over to Boost’s website here to stay updated with upcoming exciting news on Boost through their Facebook and Instagram pages. #DoTheBoost!


7.7 Digi Sale: Get the OPPO A16 at RM99 with Pakej PowerJimat and other exclusive deals

Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd (Digi) today announced its monthly online sale with the 7.7 Digi Sale. Happening from 4 to 10 July 2022, this week-long sale features attractive offers throughout its Postpaid, Prepaid and Mobile Broadband lineup.

Among the offers available through the 7.7 Digi Sale include being able to get the OPPO A16 at just RM99 with the telco’s Pakej PowerJimat. Retailing for RM599, customers can get the device at the discounted price and also enjoy 40GB all-access high-speed Internet and unlimited calls when they pair their new smartphone with the Digi Postpaid 60 plan.

Besides that, consumers can also get a 50 percent discount on Prepaid Super Long Life. With Super Long Life, customers can get the convenience of extending their prepaid line for 365 days and staying active and connected anywhere, anytime. With the Digi 7.7 sale, users can get a limited-time discount on the MyDigi app of only RM54 for the plan which usually retails at RM108.

Another promotion via the Digi 7.7 Sale includes a new 77GB + Unlimited YouTube Internet Pass for only RM9 which lasts for 3 day and is non-sharable. With the pass that is available via the Digi website and the MyDigi app, users can Stream, Play, Surf, and Social non-stop.

Finally, there is also 50 percent extra GB for Digi Broadband 65 and Digi Broadband 105. Available when you sign up online, customers will get 75GB or 150GB worth of data to enjoy for 12 months on the aforementioned plans respectively.

Interested? For more information on the 7.7 Digi Sale, you can visit the telco company’s official website here.

So, what do you guys think of the 7.7 Digi Sale? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


Boost and UTM collaborate to create Malaysia's first "Cashless Campus"

Boost and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) have announced a partnership to create Malaysia's first "Cashless Campus". Utilizing Boost activated smartphone, 25000 students and faculty members of UTM Kuala Lumpur and UTM Skudai can pay for food at food courts and food trucks on campus via the Boost mobile wallet app.

The Boost app was developed by Axiata Digital and also offers rewards for vouchers bought for food and drinks along with mobile top-ups and other digital gifts. It remains to be seen how useful this actually will be in real life but this partnership should offer a testbed of sorts for Malaysia's push towards a cashless society.


Boost and Yoodo is offering up to RM1 million in cashback until 4 November 2018

Boost in collaboration with Yoodo is offering up to RM1 million in cashback and giveaways starting from today until 4 November 2018. Simply by paying RM20 per week through the boost app and following the steps provided, you could be one of 3000 lucky winners to be picked to get prizes and cashback every Tuesday. Be sure to visit Boost’s official website to find out more about this event. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Boost announces E-Wallet, new features and contests

Boost App is an e-wallet has been launched in Malaysia which helps users to send and receive money through the app. Not only that, the e-wallet enables the users to make payments to eligible merchants in the nation as well as make bill payments to Boost partners such as Telekom Malaysia, Astro and Syabas.

The Boost App also has various features such as the “Go Dutch” feature which helps split the bill evenly among your friends and also the ability to donate towards Tabung Harapan and Tabung BERSAMAMU. In conjunction with the Raya Celebrations, it is also easier to send Duit Raya to your love ones and also take part in Boost’s Duit Raya Challenge.

Not only that, Boost is also having hosting the “Boost Cup 2018” in conjunction with the 2018 Fifa World Cup. In this event, users can answer a few short questions as well as guess the winning team of the match to stand a chance to win a share of the RM90000 prize pool. The Boost E-Wallet App is available on iOS Apple store as well as the Android Play Store. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Boost announces New Premium Wallet that lets you top-up to RM4999

Just this morning, Boost just announced a new upgrade on their mobile app which is the long-awaited New Premium Wallet and Basic Wallet. What are the differences between the two and how do you upgrade to the New Premium Wallet? Here's everything you need to know.

According to Boost, there is a major difference between basic and premium. For starters, the New Premium Wallet will allow premium users to have a wallet size of up to RM4999, this applies the same to monthly transaction lit which translates to RM59,999 of annual transaction limit. The new basic wallet size is much smaller of course, only allowing RM1000 but basic users can do a RM2000 monthly transaction limit and a RM24,000 annual transaction limit.

If you would like to upgrade to the New Premium Wallet, you will need to verify your ID first and add your cash with a minimum of RM10. By the way, you have more than one account registered, you can still choose one wallet for the Premium upgrade. Ironically, both wallet versions will not allow you to "transfer out to banks" anymore like before for some reason.

What do you think of the new upgrade and do you use Boost often? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Boost announces partnership with Mastercard for its physical cards

Some may find it a hassle to open the e-wallet app when wanting to pay. If there's a slow internet connection, the payment process would be awkward, especially when there's a long line behind you. Luckily, more and more e-wallet platforms are rolling out physical cards nowadays. Boost has become the latest platform to join the force by announcing a partnership with Mastercard.

Shortly, Boost will start to offer Mastercard prepaid cards for its users. With the card, users will also be able to make payments in physical stores globally. Of course, the card will be linked to a Boost account, and all the balance will come from there.

Besides Boost, Touch n Go has also previously announced its partnership with Visa, which will also enable the platform to roll out physical cards for its users. What do you think about this article? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Boost back-end upgrade happening today until 11 June

Hey TechNavers, it's Monday and besides from going back to work, there's another friendly reminder about Boost's recent announcement just in case you missed it during the holidays. Boost will be having a back-end system upgrade and maintenance starting today (10 June) onwards at 11.30PM until 11 June at 2PM.

That said, all Boost users won't be able to access the app and it is advised to plan their transactions before the time comes. Also, Boost would like to take this opportunity to apologize for any inconvenience caused and wholeheartedly thanks everyone for their patience and support.

If you have further enquiries, please contact [email protected] For more updates, follow Boost on Facebook and Instagram. Now get back to work!


Boost has given their response to the RM2000 theft through the Boost e-wallet

Boost has given their response on the RM2000+ theft, from an unfortunate user who is located in Kluang. The theft, which was carried out through the use of the Boost app had already been reported to the officials and it is currently under investigation. The response mentions that upon investigation, Boost did not encounter any security breach in their systems and reassures that everyone’s data is safe and secured.

In this situation, it appears that the victim’s credentials were illegally obtained through external means such as a phishing website, a keylogger or other external tools. In order to eliminate future possibilities of thefts such as this from happening, Boost has introduced a new security measure within the Boost app which requires the user to verify their identity through the use of the biometric fingerprint scanner when performing a transaction.

Do take note that this is currently available only on Android devices for now, with iOS availability coming in the near future. Boost as well as all related officials are currently working hard to ensure that this issue, as well as all the money that was stolen, can be resolved and returned as soon as possible. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Boost is now the latest food ordering platform with Boost Makan in Malaysia

There's GrabFood, ShopeeFood, Food Panda and Boost is the latest player to enter the game. Promptly called Boost Makan, this platform seems to focus more on helping F&B merchants to bring their businesses online without complicated backend systems and hidden fees.

Open to all F&B merchants, existing Boost merchants can easily access Boost Makan directly within the Boost Biz merchant app and sign up for the food ordering platform with no onboarding fees imposed for a limited time. From restaurants to even food trucks, some of the benefits include a user-friendly platform, low transaction fees, reliable third-party delivery partners, and fast payment settlements within two (2) working days.

According to Sheyantha Abeykoon, CEO of Boost, Boost Makan was rolled out six weeks ago as a trial with selected existing Boost F&B merchants. It is said that the participating F&B merchants can leverage more functions without needing an additional device, system or Point-of-Sale (POS) terminal since it is integrated within the Boost Biz app.

Furthermore, Boost Makan is synchronised with the Boost eWallet app. So should any changes be made on the merchant’s side via the Boost Biz app, Boost Makan app users will immediately see the change on the spot. The merchants can also choose a 20KM coverage radius, pick-up, in-store contactless orders for walk-ins and drive-thru as the four order methods.

Interested merchants can visit Boost's web portal and register for Boost Makan easily, as online guides are available for them to refer to. Alternatively, merchants can reach out to their respective agents to help with the registration process. If they can register successfully from now until 31 December 2021, each merchant will receive an RM50 merchant incentive.

Do note that this is only applicable to new and existing F&B merchants who have yet to onboard with Boost under the Go-eCommerce Onboarding Campaign, though. Anyway, for more information on Boost Makan and all the features offered, kindly visit the official website here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Boost officially accepted in more than 800 Shell stations nationwide + RM5 cashback per transaction

In a collaboration between Shell Malaysia and Boost e-wallet, more than 800 Shell outlets across Malaysia will officially support payment via the Boost App starting April 2019. To give a little more information regarding the Boost E-Wallet, it is a mobile app that stores digital currency which then can be used to make purchases and payments to partnered services.

From 14 May until 14 June 2019, any customers who made their first two transactions at any shell outlet using the Boost App will be entitled to an RM5 cashback if they spend a minimum of RM40 on a single receipt. Based on a statement made by Shell Malaysia, they are planning to integrate every single outlet in Malaysia to be able to support payment via Boost App. The app is available on the Google Play store, as well as the Apple iOS App Store for absolutely free. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Boost's Tabung COVID-19 raised over RM300k for Ministry of Health Malaysia

Donations continue to pour in from around the country to aid those at the frontlines and hot spots of the COVID-19 pandemic in Malaysia. Among them is e-wallet company Boost, which has been using its apps to help gather donations from Malaysians. Since it started its Tabung COVID-19 fund on 21 March 2020, the company has been funnelling sending all donations to the Ministry of Health (MOH).

According to Boost, the fund managed to collect a total of RM258921.30 by 31 March 2020, which later increased to over RM300k by 5 April 2020. Thus far, the donations have been used by the MOH to buy medical equipment, personal protective equipment, and medicines that are crucial in helping to treat or contain the virus from spreading.

This donation fund is part of Boost's #BoostGotYou campaign and can be accessed through the company's e-wallet app. In the app, all you have to do is press the Tabung COVID-19 button and select the amount that you wish to donate. You can also donate using Boost Coins by going to your profile tab and selecting 'Donation' under 'Browser Rewards'.

It's great to see how many technologies and platforms are seeing increased usage these days. Not only are there more people using e-wallets, communications software like Zoom or Skype has also seen a spike in users. With that said, what other types of services do you think can help us in this time? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


7.7 Orange Madness Campaign with OPPO & Vivo smartphones as low as RM499, 60% discount and more

With 7.7 Orange Madness Campaign just five days away, both OPPO Malaysia and Vivo Malaysia are having special sales during this period, having deals from as low as RM499 and discount offers up to 60%! Of course, keep in mind that this only applies to their online stores on the Shopee platform.

Starting with OPPO first, the company are offering three of their smartphones - the R15 Pro, F9 and the A3s (3GB + 32GB) on a massive price cut. The promo price tags are RM979 for the R15 Pro, followed by RM919 and RM499 for the F9 and A3s respectively. Besides that, customers may also redeem discount vouchers on Shopee (and its OPPO official store as well) when spending a certain amount of money. Below is a reference table for the vouchers.

Next, there are some Vivo products on sale up to 60% off with free gifts and vouchers. Out of the many smartphones, the attractive ones that we see are the V15 series with RM100 off and the NEX for RM1699 (RRP is RM2799). Likewise, they are also offering vouchers on how much you spend with a free voucher code listed on their website.

That sounds like a fine deal to me! If that's what you're looking for, it's the best time to grab it at OPPO's or Vivo's store in Shopee while stocks last. Happy Shopee-ing and stay tuned for more local tech deals at TechNave.com.


Boost will have routine maintenance on 14 October, from 1 AM to 6 AM

Boost is one of the e-wallets that you can make transactions easier, faster, and get rewards by using it. From 14 October (1 AM to 6 AM), the app will be performing routine maintenance to build a safer and trusted platform.

During the routine maintenance, Boost kindly advise the user, merchants, and partners to plan their transaction. The reason is that the service will not be provided during the period as mentioned above. For more information, you may contact their support team. For more tech news, be sure to stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Boost your phone's audio with Ear Jack Mobile Phone Speaker

While there are a whole bunch of ways to get better audio from your phone, one of the more unique solutions is the Ear Jack Mobile Phone Speaker, which plugs in directly to the phone earphone jack. Measuring 35mm x 35mm the speaker fits on top of the smartphone (if that is where the 3.5mm speaker plug is located) like a giant jet engine. While it may stick out like a sore thumb it actually works, creating a louder sound that can be directed. The Ear Jack Mobile Phone Speaker also has a USB cable for recharging, a small on/off swith and an indicator light. The speaker comes in black, white or red. Click here for more information regarding this device.


Borderlands: The Handsome Collection is now free to claim on the Epic Games Store as predicted

In Epic Games' third epic game giveaway, the prediction of Borderlands: The Handsome Collection turned out to be true and it's currently free to claim on the said platform. Just as other previous titles, The Handsome Collection will be free to claim on a limited time until 4 June 2020.

In case you haven't heard what is The Handsome Collection, this edition consists of the successful Borderlands 2 sequel as well as Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel. Yup, it's a 2-in-1 package and too good of a deal to pass by. The Borderland series is also best known for playing co-op with friends online shooting and looting, so if you're still one of those people who are stuck at home during the Conditional Movement Control Order, now it's the best time to play the game for free (forever).

The recommended specs to play The Handsome Collection is not a lot, as it requires at least 2GB of RAM, but lots of storage space from 13GB - 20GB (there are 2 games after all). The minimum graphics required is at least NVIDIA GeForce 8500 / ATI Radeon HD 2600, but of course, it's best played with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 / ATI Radeon HD 5850 (recommended).

Should the leak list be true, the next free game giveaway on the Epic Games Store is Ark Survival Evolved on 4 June 2020. Previously, GTA V, Civilization IV, and now Borderlands: The Handsome Collection were all predicted accurately so we won't be surprised. So far, The Witcher 3 has yet to turn up so that remains to be seen.

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


Bose Connect App has hints of new QC35 II Gaming Headset

It's interesting to see the variety of sources that can provide us with leaks or hints at new products. In the case of Bose, possible evidence of a new Bose headset was found in one of the company's apps. Specifically, the Bose Connect app has code strings that hint at a new Bose Quiet Comfort 35 II Gaming Headset.

Like most audio brands, Bose uses the Bose Connect app to allow users to connect Bose headphones to their mobile device. Recently, the good people from 9to5Google found something new in the latest update of the Android version of the app. In the app's coding, references to a new device with the codename 'Tibbers' were found. Also, it's said that the product name for the device is the "Bose QC35 II Gaming Headset". This would mean it's an entirely new product, as there hasn't been a gaming variant for the Bose QC35 II before this.

Coding within the app that hints at the new headset

For your information, the Bose QC35 II is a wireless headphone that comes with active noise cancellation. It's easily one of the best wireless headphones with ANC on the market, but the microphones here are built into the frame of the headphones itself. If you look at the visuals provided by 9to5Google, it seems like the gaming headset variant will support some kind of plug-in microphone via an AUX port.

We're not sure whether this is a completely new variant or just an accessory for the QC35 II, but if the update for the app is out this early then whatever this is could be coming soon. Having said that, what do you think about it? Does Bose need a gaming variant for what's already a very good product? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for further updates.


Bose QuietComfort 45 release: Familiar design, improved ANC, and up to 24 hours of battery life for ~RM1364

With wireless headphones, Bose is probably the first brand with a model that has active noise cancellation (ANC). Specifically, the company's highly popular QuietComfort series. And after a long wait, we're finally getting the QuietComfort 45.

Yesterday, Bose unveiled the QuietComfort 45 wireless headphones. It officially replaces the QuietComfort 35 II, which launched way back in 2017. As you can see from the images, it features a design that's similar to its predecessor. However, Bose removed certain pieces from the soft materials and made the transition between the frame and paddings. It's also slightly larger, which should make it a better fit.

In terms of features, the new model comes with improved ANC. It even has a new AWARE mode, which is a hybrid-ANC feature that allows you to hear conversations in the background. This is handy when you're at the airport and don't want to miss the boarding announcement.

The Bose QuietComfort 45 will start shipping on 23 September 2021 and will retail for USD329 (~RM1365). Would you be interested in getting this new model? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II shows up in full in these leaked images

Bose will soon renew its QuietComfort Earbuds. Before it happens, the leaked images of the QuietComfort Earbuds II have shown up on the internet, leaving no space for imagination. Now, let's find out how the second generation of these earbuds will look.

Shared by known industry leaker Roland Quandt via WinFuture, it appears that the QuietComfort Buds II will arrive in two colour variations. Although sporting a similar form factor compared to the previous iteration, the new ones are going to be more compact and less protrude from the ear this time around. Furthermore, it looks like the charging case has also gotten shrunk.

Feature-wise, the leak suggests that the battery life should be around six hours. It's unknown if the length accounts for active noise cancellation. As usual, the case will use a USB-C port for charging. If nothing goes wrong, the pair of earbuds could arrive in the upcoming weeks with a $299 (~RM1,343) price tag.

What do you think about the QuietComfort Buds II's design? Leave a comment to let us know your opinion, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget reports.


Bose QuietComfort & Sports Earbuds release: Active EQ, sweat resistance, and ANC from ~RM744

Remember that leak of new Bose true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds two days ago? Turns out that Bose was all ready to add two new TWS earbuds to its range of wireless audio devices - the QuietComfort Earbuds and Sports Earbuds. Both models will be available in the US starting from 29 September 2020.

The QuietComfort Earbuds is priced at USD 279 (~RM1164) and is the marquee product for Bose this time around. This is a flagship TWS model designed to compete with the likes of Apple's AirPods Pro and Sony's WF-1000XM3. In other words, it'll feature Bose's signature active noise-cancelling technology. Additionally, it has IPX4 weather and dust resistance, 6 hours of battery life, and the Active EQ technology.

Next, there's the Bose Sports Earbuds, a more modest model that will retail for USD 179 (~RM744). This model also comes with the Active EQ technology that can boost treble and bass frequencies, depending on the volume you'll listening on. It also has many of the other features available to the QuietComfort Earbuds but lacks the active noise-cancelling. Battery life is also slightly weaker at 5 hours.

If these two new TWS earbuds deliver the type of audio quality normally expected from Bose, then they could be worth looking into. But with that said, would you pick one of these over those from other brands? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Bose Sport Open Earbuds certified on FCC

True wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds are all the rage these days. But not everyone likes the feeling of an in-ear earbud sticking into their ear canals. That's why it's good to have designs that fit different people, such as the Bose Sport Open Earbuds that was just discovered.

The new audio device was found on the US FCC recently and it features a design you don't normally see. Rather than fitting into your ear canals, the Bose Sport Open Earbuds have a hook it around your ears, with the earbuds hanging against the side. It's technically a TWS too, as the earbuds don't have wires. But instead of a charging case, it seems to use a kind of charging 'dock'.

Product label confirms the name and worldwide (WW) model is included too

Besides that, you can see that there's a button on the right earbud that's probably used to initiate Bluetooth pairings. It also seems to have microphones around it, so it should at least support voice calls. But due to the form factor, we don't think it will have active noise-cancelling. Judging from the size, the battery capacity could also be quite substantial.

From what we can see, this form factor definitely suits sports activities or for going to the gym, especially if you prefer to be aware of your environment. Having that said, what's your preferred type of audio device? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Bose Sport Open Earbuds release: 16mm drivers, 8-hour battery life, and IPX4 water resistance for ~RM802

When we look back at 2020, you could see that it's a year of the TWS earbuds. Many new models were launch last year and 2021 is starting in the same vein. Back in December, the Bose Sport Open Earbuds was found on the US FCC and it has now launched ahead of CES 2021.

Bose recently launched the Sport Open Earbuds, which is currently available for pre-order in the US for USD 199.95 (~RM802). As you can see, this model is unusual in that it doesn't actually have ear tips. Instead, it uses a technology from Bose called OpenAudio to deliver sound to your ears. Allegedly, this allows you to listen to your music while being aware of your environment, which is useful for workouts or when you're out for a jog.

Despite the word 'open', OpenAudio promises minimal sound spillage so those near you won't hear what you're listening to. It also has two microphones for voice clarity, an 8-hour battery life, and IPX4 water resistance. Speaking of the battery, the Sport Open Earbuds rely on a stationary charging base for charging, with 30 minutes enough for 3 hours of use.

The secure fit for these earbuds should make them suitable for those of you who work out a lot or like doing sports. But do you think you'd be interested in buying one? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more product launches like this.


Both Dimensity 2000 & Snapdragon 898 will be using the latest ARM V9 Architecture

Each year, MediaTek and Qualcomm are both racing against time to work on their next-gen flagship smartphone chipset. Both companies have been working on the two upcoming chipsets which are named Dimensity 2000 and Snapdragon 898 which have had multiple leaks recently. Today, a source has revealed that the two chipsets will employ the same ARM architecture.

According to the leakster Digital Chat Station, both Dimensity 2000 and Snapdragon 898 will be using the new V9-based Cortex CPUs. The Dimensity 2000 will have one Cortex X2 super core clocked at 3.0GHz, three Cortex A710 mid-cores clocked at 2.85GHz, and four Cortex A510 power-efficient CPU cores at 1.8GHz while the Snapdragon 898 is reported to have the same Cortex X2 Super core and Cortex A510 low-performance core but only with a maximum  frequency of 2.6GHz in middle cores.

Although that shouldn’t affect much in the overall performance, the key factor for it may be on the manufacturing process which Qualcomm is working with Samsung for manufacturing the Snapdragon 898, its reputation does not meet the expectation when it comes to power efficiency and thermal management unlike TSMC.

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


7.85-inch MSI Primo 81 Tablet Trying to be iPad Mini Killer

While the Apple iPad Mini hasn't cornered the 7-inch touchscreen tablet market it does have a rather large market base, which is probably why the MSI Primo 81 is trying to compete with it. What sets it apart from other contenders isn't just that MSI is a more well-known Taiwan brand but also because it is using the exact same 7.85-inch IPS screen with 1024 x 768 pixel resolution made by LG as the Apple iPad Mini. While it does look a bit wider than the iPad Mini, the Primo 81 has nearly identical bezels and shape along with a number of other similar tech specs including:

Premiering at Computex 2013, the Primo 81 didn't have any details on pricing or availability but it should come out for most Asian markets (including Malaysia) in the next couple of months.[Source]


Both HUAWEI and OPPO to launch a foldable smartphone by the end of 2021

It's almost the end of the year, and it seems like there's nothing much exciting left for the smartphone industry, except the new Qualcomm 4nm chip and the first smartphone to use it, Xiaomi 12. However, this latest information might bring a plot twist to the story. According to it, HUAWEI and OPPO are each dropping a foldable device by the end of 2021.

It all started from reputable tipster Ice Universe hinting at a new "powerful killer" coming to the foldable phone market. Not long after, analyst Ross Young replied and confirmed that new foldable models from HUAWEI and OPPO are indeed on their way in 2021. Considering these two had provided accurate insights before, this might be happening.

Furthermore, Young also responded to some comments by saying that HUAWEI will announce a clamshell-style foldable. On the other side, OPPO could launch an in-folding foldable, similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3. It's worth mentioning that this is not the first time for HUAWEI to present a foldable smartphone, but it is the first for OPPO.

It's just a few days until we enter December, so there are only a few weeks left for us to find out the truth! Are you excited about what's coming? Leave a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone news.


Both Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Galaxy Z Fold3 remains the same camera specs?

With Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event coming closer, the leaks for the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold3 and Galaxy Z Flip3 are getting more and more. Yesterday, we got the leaks for the charging support and today, we got the leaks for its camera sensors.

According to the popular leakster, Evan Blass (@evleaks), the cameras for both foldable phones will be having the same camera count as their previous predecessors. The Galaxy Z Flip3 will sport a 12MP dual camera sensor on the rear with LED flash and a 10MP front facing camera which is one the Galaxy Z Flip and Galaxy Z Flip 5G. The two foldable phones are said to be IPX8 too.

Few upcoming foldable details.Z Flip3- 6.7" internal / 1.9" cover displays- 12MP x2 (rear) / 10MP (selfie)Z Fold3- 7.6" internal / 6.2" external displays- 12MP x3 (rear) / 10MP (cover selfie) / 4MP (main selfie)- 2 optional S-Pens (Pro and Fold Edition)Both phones IPX8 pic.twitter.com/lPm60yCzvt

As for the Galaxy Z Fold3, it will come with the 12MP triple cameras on the rear just like on the Galaxy Z Fold2 and a front-facing camera of 10MP on the cover display. Unfortunately, the under-display camera is now a 4MP sensor. The leakster also confirms the Galaxy Z Flip3 will be equipped with a 1.9-inch cover display and a 6.7-inch internal display while the Galaxy Z Fold3 will have a 6.2-inch cover display and a 7.6-inch internal display.

As of now, there is still no official information on the tech specs on both foldable phones, but more leaks are coming in before the launch. so do take this with a pinch of salt and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Both the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3 5G & Galaxy Watch 4 Series are sold out in Malaysia (but you can still register your interest)

In case if you are still considering getting the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 5G and Galaxy Watch4 series. Well, bad news - Samsung Malaysia just recently announced that both of these devices have sold out due to popular demand.

With the overwhelming response, Samsung Malaysia sent out an announcement that customers who would like to enjoy the pre-order offers can still register during the pre-order period from 8 until 21 September 2021. The pre-order offers include RM850 e-voucher and Samsung Care+ which is worth RM799. The company will reach out to those who registered once the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G is available again.

As for the Galaxy Watch4 series, the wearables are supposed to be part of the vouchers if you happen to get either the Galaxy Z Fold3 or Galaxy Z Flip3. Samsung Malaysia commented that the vouchers can still be used for other products. You can learn more from the pre-order page here.

And to learn more about the latest Galaxy devices, you can check out our editorials below for each device. Stay safe and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Both the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro are using the same battery capacity

iPhone battery topics are popular for two reasons - the battery capacity is usually never disclosed by Apple during their presentation and hardcore geeks have to find it out by themselves. We have written some news about the latest iPhone 12 series battery capacity but here's an interesting one - the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro have the same battery capacity (lol).

Thanks to a teardown video from a Chinese YouTuber, he managed to give us a first look at the internal hardware from the two iPhones. Most of the hardware is the same, with the exception of the LiDAR connector and scanner from the iPhone 12 Pro. Furthermore, the battery pack size is also the same which is 2815mAh which debunks the previous rumour of 2775mAh.

With this, all the iPhone 12 models' battery capacity now confirmed. The iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max are 2227mAh and 2687mAh respectively. It may seem odd that all the new iPhone 12 models have a slightly smaller battery capacity than the predecessors, but this may be due to making room for 5G and new camera features inside the pro variants. However, we also have to keep the account that the new A14 Bionic chipset is also more efficient in battery distribution and app optimization thanks to the 5nm SoC.

The iPhone 12 series Malaysia launch is coming real soon as the telcos have already put up teasers on their websites. We are betting that November is the window timing for the arrival. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


#Bothie smartphone Nokia 7 revealed with IP54 splash proof grade, 3000mAh battery and more from ~RM1594

How are you people enjoying your Deepavali holiday? Well, we got some juicy news for you. Apparently, HMD Global has launched a new Nokia 7 in China today and it's categorized as a mid-range smartphone in a premium looking body. Without further ado, below is the official tech-specs.

With a premium looking body, it's said that the Gloss Black and Matte White smartphone is vacuum moulded in a 3D Gorilla Glass 3 that is flanked with 7000-series aluminium frame. Another feature that is on the smartphone is the Dual-Sight Mode which was featured on Nokia 8 that allows you to shoot photos and videos with the front and back at the same time. Known as #Bothie, this is perfectly suited for doing vlogs or livestream via Facebook, Youtube and Instagram.

In the pricing corner, the 4GB RAM variant will cost 2499 Yuan (~RM1594) while the 6GB RAM cost 2699 Yuan (~RM1722). Currently, we know this is only in China and since it's quite similar to the Nokia 8, we aren't sure if it will come to Malaysia or not. But we shall see, so stay tuned for that at TechNave.com.


Boxy, bezel-free nubia Z50 Ultra spotted in the wild with what appears to be a better under display camera

Let’s face it, under display cameras have been rather underwhelming. While they do allow smartphones to have virtually bezel-free all screen displays with no punch holes or notches to interrupt the action, they usually don’t take very good photos. Now recently leaked images of what appears to be an all-screen nubia Z50 Ultra have appeared in the wild.

For those who don’t remember, ZTE, originally the parent company of nubia was one of the first to come out with an under display camera smartphone. So, they do have the experience to do it again. The leaked images don’t reveal much else though, aside from a rather boxy bezel-free design with flat sides and a red power button.

No specific tech specs or features were mentioned, much less Malaysia release dates or pricing details, but the nubia Z50 Ultra is expected to come in March 2023 with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 2 chipset, periscope camera and  5000 mAh battery. We’re hoping that it won’t be too expensive, but then the nubia brand is better known for their gaming phones.

As usual with such rumours, do take this with a pinch of salt. If such a phone does come to Malaysia would you buy it? What price would be right for you? Share your thoughts in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com


Brace yourselves, ads are coming to Instagram Reels!

Most of us love to browse the Internet uninterrupted, viewing what we like without pop-ups and ads. But companies don't live on free content, and Instagram wouldn't remain unmonetised forever. So get ready because more ads are coming to Instagram.

Specifically, Instagram will be introducing ads to Instagram Reels. According to The Verge, ads will start appearing in the short videos today for users all over the world. These ads will also be in the form of Instagram Reel videos and are 30-second full-screen clips that appear between videos. You can easily identify them as they will have the 'Sponsored' tag.

These ads came at a time that could be considered ripe by advertisers around the world. With TikTok's popularity, it's said that the company has begun raising its ad prices. As you can guess, it's an opportunity for companies to provide alternatives like ads on Instagram Reels. Instagram can also rely on the large userbase from Facebook, which could help bring in the numbers.

Mind you, we're not business experts here, so we can't tell you if these ads on Instagram Reels would prove successful. We'll just have to see what happens, right? Let us know what you think in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Brand ambassador Zizan Razak to appear at honor 8X roadshow in DirectD Digital Mall

Attention to all Zizan fans, honor Malaysia has announced that its honor 8X ambassador, Zizan Razak will be making an appearance at DirectD Digital Mall, Kajang on 17 November 2018 which is a Saturday and it will start at 1.30PM.

In courtesy of honor Malaysia, they have prepared a list of fun-filled activities and games for the fans along with Zizan. There will be some exciting prizes such as free tickets to the AFF Suzuki Cup match on 24 November in Bukit Jalil Stadium, as well as a handful of exclusive honor t-shirts signed by the local celebrity himself. Zizan will also preview his new single "Kau Takkan Tahu".

On top of that, the first 50 customers who purchase an honor 8X at the roadshow will also bring home an honor Band 3, an honor backpack and a sports towel. Have fun this weekend and stay tuned for more honor news at TechNave.com.


Brand new 890g Acer Swift 7 launched in Malaysia with price starting from RM5699

Alongside the monster gaming laptops, monitors and desktops the Predator line launched today, Acer surprised many by unveiling another compact yet powerful laptop. The Acer Swift 7 features some pretty impressive specs bundled into a super compact device weighing only 890 grams and thinness of only 9.95mm.

The design is aimed for on-the-go professionals with measurements of 317.9mm x 191.5mm, which Acer claims is at least 60% than other 14 inch laptops on the market. The bezels on the device measures at 4.27mm on the sides and 4.35mm on the top, giving the device a 92% screen to body ratio. The screen is a 14 inch LCD IPS touch display with impressive colour accuracy and a 178 degree viewing angle. The fanless design not only results in a more compact laptop but also keeps the laptop quiet and dust free.

Tech specs wise, the laptop features the 8th gen Intel Core processor (you can choose between the Intel Core i5 or i7) with 8GB RAM as well as PCIe NVMe SSD. It comes with an array of ports which include two Type-C Gen 2 ports that support 10Gbps transfer speeds. To protect users’ privacy, the laptop comes with a push to open camera placed right above the keyboard as well as a fingerprint reader with Windows Hello for easy logins.

Corning Gorilla Glass 6 is used for the screen not only for durability but also for better clarity and precision for gestures and swipes. Meanwhile, the touchpad is equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. As for its battery life, it has an impressive 12 hours on it. The Acer Swift 7 comes in two variants with the option of Intel Core i5 priced at RM5999 and the Intel Core i7 variant priced at RM7599. The laptop comes with a sleek looking leather protective sleeve and a USB-C converter. If you purchase the laptop at the Predator Roadshow which is happening on the 26th of June till the 30th of June, you’ll be able to enjoy up to RM500 off with additional free gifts such as an Edifier speaker.

The Acer Spin 3 (2019) was also launched today, measuring at 14 inches with a FHD IPS touch display and a viewing angle of up to 178 degrees. Slim bezels measuring at 9.6mm gives the device a 78.9% screen to body ratio and the device comes with an Active Stylus certified by Microsoft. To ensure that the stylus is always charged and safe from getting lost, the laptop also comes with the stylus dock.

For its tech specs, the Acer Spin 3 (2019) is powered by the 8th Gen Intel Core i3, 4GB RAM (with 1 slot available for upgrade) and a 256GB PCIe SSD. The chassis is only a mere 19.9mm thin and weighs only 1.7KG. This laptop is priced at RM2499. Will you be getting one of your own? Both laptops are available now at Acer official online stores and all Acer authorized resellers. Keep up with the latest Acer product releases on TechNave.com!


Brand new Maxis concept store is now open in The Gardens Mid Valley with a virtual assistant, a top-up kiosk, coffee baristas and more

Today, Maxis has unveiled a brand new concept store at The Gardens Mid Valley. This is actually a first of its kind concept store that infuses a new design language for a more personalized digital experience, with an engaging and rewarding interaction for the customers.

The concept store is not your typical store as it hosts a few sections such as an actual cafe with baristas serving you coffee while you wait, personal demos, app-enabled self-services and more. Here's the gist of what you can find in the new Maxis concept store:

Maxis Interactive Retail Assistant (MIRA, behind the speaker's back) - A web app assistant that gives customers information about Maxis promos, customized offers and more

A closer look at MIRA (left). And on the right, it has 11 units of 98-inch screens. One of the features includes a voice-recognition screen, which a Maxis personnel can share comparisons of two smartphones at one go

Discovery app for all demo devices - This app allows customers to compare devices, pricing, plans and accessories through an interactive screen.

This section here is called The Forest, where customers can have a hands-on on Apple, Samsung, OPPO, Xiaomi and Huawei phones. There's also a retail analytics - A tool that Maxis uses to better understand their customers. This includes their time spent in-store, zone engagement and sentiment

RFID - Customers will be able to feel free to self-browse the accessories, without any cable lockdown on via wireless security

Mobile Point-of-Sale (MPOS) and wireless biometrics - Allowing Maxis personnel to serve their customers anywhere in the store. And yes, you can replace your SIM card and do a top-up on your Hotlink in the store too

In addition, Maxis has also collaborated with several brands to complement its customers' needs through tailor-made events and activities. So starting this month, the Maxis concept store will have a gaming zone by Razer where the customers can participate to win exciting prizes.

If you want to see more of the concept store, be sure to drop by at The Gardens Mid Valley at Level 3, beside the Nike store. Stay tuned for more Maxis news at TechNave.com.


7.9-inch Acer Iconia A1 Leaked at RM515, coming to Malaysia after June

In earlier news we reported on an affordable 7.9-inch tablet by Acer that may become a game changer or at least provide a better alternative to those looking for a cheaper Android tablet. Well, the Acer Iconia A1 has finally appeared in leaks confirming many of the tech specs including:

Set for release by end of June 2013, the Iconia A1 may be priced from $169 (RM515). If treated right with an optimized Android 4.2 experience the device could be great, however, early hands-on reviews have revealed performance on par with similarly specified quad-core China-brand tablets which range from RM330 to RM500. While we're hoping this is just because it hasn't been officially released yet, Acer is not generally known for their optimized software. Regardless, it should offer budget alternative tablet choices for most consumers.


Brand new hot Flame Red Meizu Pro 6 Plus appears online

For those who are familiar with the Flame Red Meizu Pro 6 device, another variant of the Pro 6 Plus image has appeared on Weibo and it’s also Flame Red, but brighter and “hotter”.

Comparing the two models side by side, the new Flame Red is certainly more attractive and it catches more attention, the box design is the same as well the tech-specs should be also the same as the one that was released last year.

For those who are curious, the Pro 6 Plus features:

And sorry people, this is probably only available in China at the moment, but that’s not stopping you to get an imported version. Stay tuned for more Meizu news at Technave.com.


Brand new mySamsung app in Malaysia

After four months since the announcement of mySamsung app earlier from Samsung SEA Forum, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is proud to finally announce the arrival of mySamsung programme in Malaysia. The app is designed for both new and current Samsung customers to access through their mobile, which will help customers manage their devices, provide easy and direct access to customer service representatives as well as share ownership privileges to get the most out of their Samsung devices.

As most customers won't always know where to go or what to look for and might not be aware of specific features or content, the app will help recommend the right tool for easy onboarding. Once the device is set-up, the app provides useful tips recommendations via notifications from customising the device to highlighting security features as well as using the various functions such as the camera, or optimise their device usage like extending battery life to saving device memory. They can also enjoy direct access to customer service with one tap through the app.

The mySamsung app is compatible with Android OS 4.3 (Jellybean) and above, below are the following devices that are eligible for the app:

For more info on mySamsung app, please visit www.samsung.com/my/mysamsung/ or Samsung Mobile Malaysia Facebook


Brazil fines Apple ~RM89 million for continuing to sell iPhones without a charger

A Brazilian court has fined Apple BRL100 million or ~RM89 million in “social damages” for its continued practice of selling iPhones without a charger in the country. The tech giant was slapped with the fine by a Sao Paulo state court, which stressed that Apple must offer battery chargers with iPhones that are sold in Brazil.

As reported by Reuters, the decision was made in a lawsuit brought about by the Brazilian association of borrowers, consumers and taxpayers (AMBCC). In its decision, the court did not take Apple’s environmental explanation for the chargers’ removal favourably, saying that Apple is using a ‘green initiative’ to impose on ‘the consumer a required purchase of charger adapters that were previously supplied along with the product’.

Besides the imposing of the BRL100 million fine, Apple has also been instructed by the court to provide chargers to all Brazilians who purchased their products after 13 October 2020. However, Apple is currently in the midst of appealing the ruling, thus will probably continue its practice of not including chargers with the iPhone in Brazil until the appeal is heard.

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


Brazil orders Apple to suspend selling iPhones without a charger in the country

Brazil’s government yesterday (6 September 2022) ordered Apple to stop selling iPhones without a battery charger in the country, claiming that the tech giant is providing an incomplete product to consumers. Moreover, Brazil’s Justice Ministry also fined Apple 12.275 million reais or ~RM10.718 million and ordered Apple to cancel sales of the iPhone 12 and newer models.

As reported by Reuters, the order, which was published in the country's official gazette yesterday, the ministry argued that the iPhone was lacking an essential component in a "deliberate discriminatory practice against consumers”. Furthermore, the authorities rejected Apple's argument that the practice had the purpose of reducing carbon emissions, saying there is no evidence that selling the smartphone without a charger offers environmental protection.

Apple has since appealed the decision, pushing back on claims that the company provides an incomplete product to consumers. The tech giant further stressed that it will continue to work with Brazilian consumer protection agency Senacon in order to “resolve their concerns”.

Apple also pointed out how it has already won several court rulings in Brazil on the matter and is confident that its customers are aware of the various options for charging and connecting their devices. The order by the Brazil government comes just a day before Apple is set to release the iPhone 14 Series, which like the previous two iPhone models, will likely not include a charger.

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


Brazil's regulator will be notifying Apple & Samsung for the lack of chargers next week

If you remember back in May, a Brazillian actually won a lawsuit against Apple for not including a charger in the iPhone 12 series box. This is due to Brazil's consumer protection regulator body, Procon-SP accused Apple of "misleading advertising".

Now with the upcoming iPhone 13 series as well as the Samsung Galaxy Z series, Procon-SP will be notifying the companies for their explanation. Of course, the official reason is that the phones coming in smaller boxes will reduce the carbon which is good for the environment. The movement began last year by Apple, followed by Samsung and Xiaomi, but there's still no conclusive proof that it has improved the environment.

According to TechTudo, Fernando Capez said that Apple was fined R$ 10.5 million because the consumer was forced to buy a charger that can only charge the iPhone 12. While Samsung also didn't include a charger, the company was not fined because it was not selling the charger directly. Also, there are a lot of USB-C charger adapters around that can be shared, unlike Apple.

Capez also said that Procon-SP will notify both Apple and Samsung by next Wednesday about how they want to go around this. It would be funny if someone sued the companies and win again just like the recent one. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Brazil seizes iPhones from retail stores after Apple fails to comply with its charger requirement

Brazil and Apple haven’t been getting along recently as the country’s regulators are not too pleased with the latter’s decision to not include power adapters with the iPhone. After being fined ~RM89 million, Apple still failed to comply with Brazil’s requirement and now, the nation’s Federal District-based consumer protection regulator has seized iPhones from retail stores in the country.

According to 9to5Mac, Brazilian regulators have seized “hundreds of iPhones in different retail stores” in the country through an action called “Operation Discharge”. These include carrier stores and authorised Apple resellers.

It is hoped that the operation can compel Apple to comply with the local laws that require smartphones to be shipped with a charger. After the iPhones were seized, Apple Brazil requested the government to allow sales of iPhones in the country until the final decision of the dispute with Brazil’s Ministry of Justice is concluded.

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


Brazilian court orders Apple to pay customer ~RM4609 for not including a charger with the iPhone

A judge in Brazil has ordered Apple to compensate ~RM4609 to a customer in Goiânia who recently purchased an iPhone. The Brazilian court found that Apple violated consumer law for the practice, which began with the iPhone 12.

In the verdict, the judge quoted Article 39 of Brazil’s Consumer Code (CDC) which said that by selling the phone and charger separately, Apple is practicing a ‘tie sale’. Such a practice is considered abusive and prohibited in the country.

The sitting judge, Vanderlei Caires Pinheiro, of the 6th Civil Court of Goiânia then ordered Apple to compensate the customer with ~RM4609. It is not known whether Apple will appeal the verdict or which iPhone model was the subject of the civil suit.

Nevertheless, the court ruling is the latest legal trouble that Apple has faced in Brazil for not including a charger with the iPhone. Last year, the tech giant was infamously fined ~RM8.5 million for violating consumer law and ‘disrespecting’ Brazilian customers.

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


Breakability test video highlights the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus need for a good protective case

Electronics insurer Square Trade recently revealed that the Samsung Galaxy S8 and Galaxy S8 Plus are the most fragile phones they've ever tested in their breakability test video. Considering the Infinity Display glass front and back, this doesn't really come as a surprise but it really highlights the need to get a good protective case with either of the phones. The alternative is to pay about $200 (~ RM869) for repairs but this is still lower than an iPhone 7 screen replacement which is about $300 (~RM1304). Check out the video for yourself below:


Breaking: OnePlus 3 and 3T found to contain Vulnerabilities in bootloader!

OnePlus devices are widely known as the alternative to Nexus phones, due to the the fact they are unlocked, has a large following, and they offer various tweaking and tinkering options. Of course, before one starts playing around with rooting, custom ROMs, kernels, and other modifications, you will first have to unlock the bootloader on your device, but it seems, OxygenOS is more open than it needs to be?

Recently, a new set of vulnerabilities was discovered by Roee Hay, a security researcher. He found out that, for the OnePlus 3 as well as the OnePlus 3T, from OxygenOS 3.2 up to 4.0.1, it contains a vulnerability that, by using two native fastboot commands, allows anyone to disable the verified boot feature without actually unlocking the bootloader with the user-accessible command. This meant that a malicious code could be run without even resetting the user data!

Of course, this flaw was already been privately disclosed to OnePlus since late January 2017, so that it can be patched immediately. Hence, users who have already upgraded to the incremental OxygenOS 4.0.2 update will not be affected by one of the vulnerabilities.

For now, if you haven’t been updating your OnePlus 3/3T, we recommend that you update immediately! Getting your device up to Oxygen OS 4.0.2 will patch the first vulnerability, but until OnePlus rolls out an update that patches the second vulnerability, you’re still not fully safe from these exploits.


Breaking news – Samsung to recall Galaxy Note 7 from market

After several reports of the devices exploding in the hands of the consumers, Samsung is said to be readying for a worldwide recall of the newly released Samsung Galaxy Note 7 from markets that it is available now while they get to the bottom of the problem plaguing the new flagship.

As of today, they have discovered that the reported explosions have been traced to the battery of the new smartphone, which can short circuit, and results in the explosion. The same report said that while the problem only involves 0.1 percent of the phones, the company are putting the safety of their customers first and will recall the phones from the market to have the affected batteries replaced immediately.

As Malaysia has seen the shipment of the Galaxy Note 7 delayed from general sale, we are relatively spared from the recall exercise - but early pre-ordered units are most likely to be involved in this recall wave as well. We will update you with more information from Samsung Malaysia once we have more details on the recall, so stay tuned to TechNave for your latest tech news and views.


11street Shopping Madness 11.11 begins with Tech Madness slashed price and coupons up to RM500

If you have been surfing on your 11street app today, you probably have been notified about the new Tech Madness promotion. It's part of the Shopping Madness 11.11 day and 11street are offering a ton of exciting deals, promotions and product discount up to 90% and more!

Kicking off with the Tech Madness, the Madness Category Sales starts from today (29 October) until 10 November where customers can purchase selected products and services at discount prizes with voucher codes from several companies. Besides Tech Madness (mobile, electronics and others), there is also Beauty (health, beauty and fashion), Family (groceries, kids and babies, home and living) and Lifestyle (eVouchers, books, sports, hobbies and gifts) with slashed prizes.

After Shopping Madness 11.11 day, 11street will enter Madness Heaven fro 11 November until 14 November 2018 where the e-commerce company will surprise customers with product discounts up to 90%, as well as exciting flash deals and coupons under RM11. Even after that, Madness Continues for selected items will be offered at a very competitive price. 11street's Shocking Deals, Shocking Deals Plus and exclusive bundle seal up to 5 times a day will continue.

Lastly, as a token of appreciation, customers who spend on 11street during this period will stand a chance to dine with a local social media influencer(s), hosted by 11street. You can check out more details over at its Facebook page here and also the Shopping Madness 11.11 page over here.

Happy shopping and stay tuned for more 11street news at TechNave.com.


7-Eleven Malaysia launches My7E loyalty member app

If your preferred convenience store is 7-Eleven, here's something you might be interested in. 7-Eleven Malaysia has just launched the My7E, a loyalty member app can be accessed from a smartphone (or tablet, if you must). As you might expect from a program like this, it'll come with all kinds of exclusive rewards.

So, what exactly does this loyalty member app offer? There's a Slurpee deal where you'll get 1 for free after buying 6 of any size, an e-stamp system that rewards frequent purchases, and e-coupon deals. There will also be a reward for those who sign up for the first time and on birthdays. Additionally, the app will provide notifications on the latest news and coupons available, so that you won't miss out on them.

You can try the app now by downloading it from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. For those who've already gotten to try the app, how is your experience with it so far? Share it with us on our Facebook page and do stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Breeze through airport gates with AirAsia's facial recognition boarding passes

Boarding passes will soon be a thing of the past with AirAsia’s FACES feature. FACES is a facial recognition system which uses your physical face to replace boarding passes which is honestly a blessing when you're someone forgetful like me. And it reduces paper waste (yay for saving the environment!).

As of right now, you can register your face on the AirAsia app. All you have to do is head on over to your profile, tap on “My FACES” and record a short video of your face before you scan your passport. Once done, just head on over to any AirAsia ground staff and they will verify your face and passport information. You only have to do this once before you can breeze through airport gates worry free.

Register your FACES and passport on our @AirAsia mobile app for a true seamless travel experience in certain airports like Senai . This Can be rolled out in all airports if only we had partners who supported us and all our digital initiatives pic.twitter.com/w5AED0XKhM

According to CEO of AirAsia, Tony Fernandez, this feature is currently only focused in the Senai Airport in Johor and will hopefully roll out to other airports in Malaysia soon. I know what you’re thinking - how efficient is the facial recognition system. AirAsia claims that the process has a 98% success rate which is pretty impressive. Not going to lie though, with my luck, I’m probably the 2% of users who wouldn’t be properly recognized.

As of right now, Grab is utilizing a similar method in weeding out fake Grab accounts from real ones in order to protect its drives and riders and Penang is currently the first state in Malaysia to utilize facial recognition to track down criminals. While everyone screams on about conspiracy theories that the government is out to steal our identities and spy on us, I truly believe that this system is here to make our lives more convenient and better. What do you think? For the latest innovations in Malaysia, make sure you follow TechNave.com!


Brightstar Malaysia partners with Monster, releasing new wide variety of Monster audio products

(L-R) Anthony Lam, Brightstar Apac; Melvin Tan, Product Marketing Director of Brightstar; and Robert Fong, MD Monster Asia Pacific

Today, Brightstar Malaysia has announced their collaboration with Monster, a popular and world leader in manufacturing high-performance headphones and Bluetooth speakers. With this, Malaysians will be able to gain access to more Monster audio products. During the presentation, they have introduced several audio products such as their latest SuperStar Monster Blaster speaker, iSport line of Bluetooth in-ear headphones, Clarity HD wired and Bluetooth headphones and many more to come. Check out the products below for more details.

Monster iSport Freedom Bluetooth Wireless On-ear Headphones

Monster iSport Victory Bluetooth Wireless In-ear Headphones

Monster iSport Intensity Bluetooth Wireless In-ear Headphones

Monster iSport Achieve In-Ear Bluetooth Wireless In-ear Headphones

Monster ClarityHD On-Ear Bluetooth Headphones

Monster ClarityHD High-Performance Wireless Earbud

Monster Blaster Boombox Wireless Speaker

SuperStar BackFloat Waterproof Bluetooth Speaker

Monster Firecrack High Definition Bluetooth Speaker

SuperStar High Definition Bluetooth Speaker

SuperStar HotShot Portable Bluetooth Speaker

Monster audio products are also sold in Lazada.com.my as well with various prices. For more information, kindly visit any of the links below to check them out!


Brightstar announces pre-order for HTC U11+ is now available for RM3099

Today, the HTC U11+ has officially been announced in Malaysia and our local gadget distributor Brightstar Sdn Bhd will be the one that's selling it. At a recommended price of RM3099, customers who pre-order it on 15 - 21 January 2018 from Lazada, 11street and Shopee will also get some goodies. Without further ado, check out the official specifications, hands-on pictures and features below!

Available in Translucent Black, the U11+ also comes with a screen-to-body 18:9 aspect ratio that fits the full-screen display trend nowadays, we think that combining it with the huge 3930 mAh battery, the device is kind of perfect for entertainment and gaming, yet looking premium at the same time for style. For the cameras, the flagship uses the same 12MP Ultrapixel 3 sensor, a full-sensor phase detection Autofocus and a HDR Boost technology that assist smooth dynamic photos without being slowed down, same applies to the 8MP front camera.

The front view, it doesn't feel too large on your palm when holding it

The Edge Sense in action, you will see the blue "blurp" coming from the sides. A soft squeeze will open the Edge Launcher and it's customizable for left or right handers and a wide variety of apps

Of course, you can also expect the Edge Sense feature to be on board, where you can "squeeze" the phone on its sides to perform certain tasks such as accessing notifications or apps, cameras, voice assistant. Not to forget, the HTC BoomSound is even louder on this one with 30% more volume along with HTC USonic earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation inside the box.

SIM card tray is located on top, the microphone is there too

USB Type-C, speaker and microphone at the bottom

The right side with the power and volume rockers, there's nothing on the left

The freebies include a leather pouch, 8000mAh powerbank, travel kit, U notebook, lanyard and phone stand, while stocks last

The flagship will officially start selling through Brightstar centres on 22 January onwards. Stay tuned for more HTC news at TechNave.com.


Bring a Samsung Galaxy S10+ out on trial from the #iChanged campaign

If you still remember about Samsung Malaysia's #iChanged campaign initiative, it seems that they have already started the first phase of Trial and Buy promotion a few days ago until 28 July 2019. Currently happening at the Samsung Experience Store (The Gardens Mall, all-day), participants can have the first-hand experience on the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (128GB) and receive a free gift by joining the campaign.

But before that happens, you will have to register your interest at this online form here and then wait for the Samsung Customer Service to call you from 22 - 27 June 2019. To also make sure the trial isn't just some "alang alang", the customer is required to make full payment of RM3699 and perform the Smart Switch on the spot.

We know what you're thinking, why so serious? Just hear us out first, after the full transfer you will have the trial duration for 21 days. Should you be satisfied with the flagship, you get to keep it just like that. But if you changed your mind, you must return the device in good condition by 28 July 2019 and no worries, you will get a full refund too. Customers will not be entertained if they return it after the deadline.

Oh, also when participating in the campaign, the customer is entitled to get some freebies. Upon depositing your cash, you get a free Galaxy Buds or Galaxy Fit e. And if you return it (with the accessories) as aforementioned above, you will get the keep the Galaxy Fit e. Neat, right?

To find out more on Galaxy S10 and the promotion available, please visit the campaign page here. Enjoy!


Bring home a CNY Special Edition vivo x Sttoke Reusable Cup, stand a chance to win a car and more!

In this coming CNY, vivo Malaysia is partnering up with Sttoke as well as offering the usual discount promotion offerings for Malaysian customers. Let's check out what the company has to offer.

For the Sttoke partnership, customers will have the chance to bring home a CNY Special Edition vivo x Sttoke Reusable Cup for free if they purchase the vivo V23 5G. This will begin from 25 January 2022 and the cup is available for purchases made through vivo official E-store and the flagship store on Shopee and Lazada, while stocks last.

Moving on, the vivo V23e will be available at a discounted price of RM1199 (RRP RM1399). Similarly to the Sttoke reusable cup, the V23e is also available on the vivo official E-store and the flagship store on Shopee and Lazada. Not only that, there is an ongoing vivo HoHoHuat campaign until 3 February 2022 with prizes worth RM202,000 to be won.

Among the prizes, the grand prize is a brand new Proton X70. To win the grand prize, just follow the simple steps below:

Those who purchase the V23e and V23e 5G will also bring home exclusive gifts worth RM559, while stocks last. For more information on the vivo HoHoHuat campaign, check out vivo Malaysia’s Facebook and Instagram page. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Bring home an honor 9 Lite and Maybelline cosmetic bundle set from Shopee Fashion Festival promotion

In a bizarre partnership, honor Malaysia has announced its new collaboration with lifestyle fashion brand, TNTCo and Maybelline for the upcoming Fashion Festival promotion that will take place today (27 March 2018) on Shopee.com.my website. So what do the customers get out of this? Well, those who are getting the honor 9 Lite at Shopee honor Malaysia official shop today will be bringing home some Maybelline cosmetics set (bundle price at RM749) However, just keep in mind that there's no longer the RM699 discount like a few days ago and this applies to the first 150 customers only.

Just to recap the tech-specs, the honor 9 lite is honor's first quad-lens camera smartphone which sports a dual-lens 13MP + 2MP camera on the front and back, a 3GB of RAM, Kirin 659 chipset, 32GB internal storage, 3000mAh and more. You can check out our hands-on video right here if you're having second thoughts.

Stay tuned for more honor news at TechNave.com.


Broadband speeds in Malaysia now 300% faster for half the price in 2019

Based on an article titled “Malaysia’s need for speed: How regulatory action is unleashing ultrafast internet” in the World Bank report, the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) was commended in their efforts to increase the average broadband speeds in Malaysia. Not only that, but they have also managed to reduce the average price by up to 49% for these services.

The Mandatory Standard on Access Pricing (MSAP) which was implemented by MCMC in October 2018, has effectively reduced the prices of Malaysia’s broadband subscription services down to as low as RM79 while providing up to 3 times the broadband speed. Ever since the introduction of MSAP, as well as the National Fiberisation and Connectivity Plan (NFCP), Malaysia’s average broadband speeds shot up from 22.5 Mbps to 68.5 Mbps on average. To put things into perspective, the global average broadband speeds currently sits at 59.6 Mbps.

Telekom Malaysia also played a huge role in bumping up the nation’s average broadband speeds, by increasing the bandwidth of existing Unifi subscribers by up to 10 times at no additional cost. If you are interested in reading up on the report, you can head over to World Bank’s official website to take a look.  What do you think about the recent efforts in making broadband faster and more accessible in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Bubbles appearing on some Galaxy Z Fold 2 screens after extended use of Flex Mode

When it launched a few months back, it was clear that Samsung has made some significant improvements to the Galaxy Z Fold 2 compared to its predecessor. But the technology is far from mature, so problems with the display or supporting technology could still. This time, some users found one with the Galaxy Z Fold 2.

According to Wccftech, Reddit users have reported experience a particular problem that occurs after prolonged use of the Galaxy Z Fold 2 in Flex Mode. Allegedly, bubbles would start forming near the centre where the device folds. These are like the bubbles that would appear if a screen protector hasn't adhered properly to a display.

If you recall, Samsung uses a sheet of Ultra-thin Glass (UTG) and plastic as a form of protective layer for its foldable displays. With that being the case, the phenomena described above indicates that this protective layer could gradually loosen due to extended use of Flex Mode. It's also possible that the effect was a result of external factors like temperature.

Fortunately, this protective layer can be replaced without damaging the foldable display. You will want a professional to do it for you though, to avoid potentially damaging it. With that said, have you or someone you know encountered this issue? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Bubbles feature could be on the way for Android 11, adds floating chat heads

Google is planning a new feature that some may not appreciate. Reports say that the company is working on a feature called "Bubbles" that allows text messages to appear directly on a user's screen. It was originally added to a beta edition of Android 10 earlier this year but was not included in the stable release for the latest Android operating system.

If you're familiar with Facebook, Bubbles is supposed to be similar to Facebook Messenger's Chat Heads. Not only will text messages be sent straight to your device's home screen, but it should also enable developers to send push notification there. While not readily available to Android 10 devices, you can actually enable Bubbles from the Developer Options.

According to XDA-Developers, Google has been encouraging developers to test the API, which likely means the company is hoping to implement it in Android 11. Internally, the company has been testing this feature with its Google Messages app too. When a message is received, users will see a chat-head-style bubble pop up. This bubble can then be expanded to read the message or notification and reply to it when possible. Of course, this function can be disabled if you dislike it.

So, what do you think of Google adding this feature? Are you a fan of this floating-style chat windows? Do let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Buckle your seatbelts because the Samsung Galaxy Ultra Wide Tour continues!

If you missed out on the last Samsung Galaxy Ultra Wide Tour, no worries because the tour is continuing from now till the 30th of December. You can find this roadshow happening throughout the nation. The Samsung Galaxy A7 (2018) Malaysia price is RM 1139 and it features 3 rear cameras for a price that doesn’t break your bank. You can find the full tech specs for the smartphone here.

The roadshow will be having an array of attractive offers and prizes. In addition, every purchase of the Samsung Galaxy A7 grants you a mystery gift. You can find the roadshow touring through Kuala Lumpur and Selangor, Seremban, Alor Setar, Kedah, Penang, Johor, Malacca, Kuantan, Terengganu, Sabah and Sarawak. With the tour covering so many areas in Malaysia, there’s no excuse for you to miss out on this tour! For the exact locations of the Samsung Galaxy Ultra Wide Tour, follow this link.

Will you be attending the tour? Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more deals and news on tech!