Xiaomi Smart Pet Feeder & Fountain Malaysia release: priced at RM459 and RM279 respectively

If you have a pet (or more) but you're not often at home, you ought to check out the Xiaomi Smart Pet Feeder and Xiaomi Smart Pet Fountain. Yes, Xiaomi actually manufactured these and both are priced at RM459 and RM279 respectively.

The Smart Pet Feeder and Smart Pet Fountain is a 24-hour automatic pet feeding and water dispensing machine. Both are also compatible with the Xiaomi Home/Mi Home app when you are away to monitor the food quantity and feeding time, as well as clean the fountain or replacing the filter respectively.

Xiaomi designed the Smart Pet Feeder to have a six-grid dispensing structure, flexible soft silicone food stirrer, and dispensing blades which have been tested to over 10,000 dispensing cycles. It can hold approximately 1.8 kg of dry food. Additionally, it also has a triple moisture-proof design ensuring that the food is fresh and safe.

On the other hand, the Smart Pet Found uses a circular water circuit to offer oxygenated moving water. With four-stage efficient deep filtering, it ensures healthy, tasty water for pets to drink. This includes fine particles, hair, and residual chlorine including Ca and Mg ions that cause kidney stones.

The Xiaomi Smart Pet Feeder and Xiaomi Smart Pet Fountain will be available from 1 September 2022 onwards in all Xiaomi Stores. From the launching day until 4 September 2022, you can enjoy early bird deals with a free Mi Home Security Camera 360° worth RM149 for each purchase of the smart pet food feeder, or receive RM 40 off the smart pet fountain. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi Smart TV A2 Series Malaysia release: 4K Dolby Vision, Dolby Audio & more, starting price from RM999

To start off the week, Xiaomi Malaysia launched eight new smart home products which include the brand new Xiaomi Smart TV A2 Series. There are three models, the 32", 43" and the biggest one of them all, 58" from a starting price of RM999.

According to Xiaomi Malaysia, the new Smart TV A2 Series supports voice-automated AIoT connectivity, high-end audio and visual specs, and built-in access to all the latest content globally. Also built with a sleek unibody metal frame with double stands, the Smart TV A2 Series are nearly bezel-less.

Then for the Smart TV A2 58" model, it features a premium 4K ultra-high definition display with Dolby Vision, an ultrawide 178° field of view, as well as high-definition multidimensional surround sound from Dolby Audio and DTS-HD. Moreover, it also comes with a built-in Google Assistant.

As expected, it is an Android TV so the Smart TV A2 Series offers instant access to Netflix, Prime Video, YouTube and other apps that you can download from the Google Play Store. The TV also features Chromecast, a built-in tool in which users can cast content from smartphones, tablets, or laptops directly onto the TV.

As a promotion for launching the Smart TV A2 Series, there is a discount for the 32" and 48". At the price of RM999 and RM1299, you can purchase them for RM799 and RM1099 respectively. The 58" price tag remains the same but getting it will come bundled with a free 23.8" desktop monitor. The 32"s availability will be announced soon, whereas the other two TV models will launch on 9 September 2002 in every Xiaomi Store, as well as its online store on Lazada and Shopee.

So what do you think of the Xiaomi Smart TV A2 Series? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi Smartwatch quietly listed in their official website

This week, a leaked sketch drawing of a Xiaomi Smartwatch appeared online hinting a new wearable coming soon this year. This was first heard from an executive from Xiaomi, but we can confirm now that it's happening with the company preparing its website for the release.

The Mi Smartwatch (we're calling that for now) was listed in the smartwatch category at the smart devices section, although nothing else was revealed, we got word that the CEO of Huami, the company that manufactured the Mi Band for the Xiaomi, that the Mi Smartwatch is likely to appear in the second half of the year. Other sources claim that September is the month.

As previously mentioned in our first report of the Mi Smartwatch, the wearable from the sketch should look like a regular round watch in the current market, along with the Mi logo on the top front and two side buttons on the right side. In addition, the display has the bottom bar just like the Moto 360 watch which it also has.

Plenty of time left until September, we will keep you all in the loop so stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Xiaomi Sound Move release - Harman Audio support, IP66 rated & more, priced at ~RM450

Xiaomi makes a lot of lifestyle devices, but this is perhaps the first time that we saw a compact sound speaker from the company. Simply called the Xiaomi Sound Move, here's what you need to know about the Bluetooth speaker.

Like most Bluetooth speakers, the Sound Move has control panels on top and can stand up to 21 hours of music playback. Using the Harman AudioEFX tuning system, the two 7.5W drivers and two passive radiators should sound great on paper, producing HiFi sound quality with a 90dB max sound pressure and 20kHz high frequency.

There's also a built-in G-Sensor that can intelligently recognise the speaker's posture. So whether it's placed horizontally or vertically, the Sound Move can adjust how the music is more concentrated. And despite being made in an aluminium casing, it only weighs 568g and is also resistant to both water and dust via an IP66 rating.

Besides connecting to tech gadgets, it can also be controlled to play music with voice commands. Xiaomi said it can be connected to up to eight devices, including other smart speakers at home with Bluetooth 5.3. Speaking of that, LHDC transmission is supported and owners may also access to other integrated well-known music apps from China.

It's currently priced at 699 Yuan (~RM450) but we don't know if Xiaomi is thinking of exporting the Sound Move to Malaysia. Anyway, you can check out the other products that Xiaomi announced last night in the list below. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi Sound release: 360-degree surround sound, Hi-Res Audio, and 70Hz full bass for ~RM326

The anticipated Xiaomi event saw the launch of the powerful Mi Mix 4 smartphone. But it's not the only device that was launched yesterday night. The company had a few other interesting products to show the world, and one of them is the Xiaomi Sound.

According to Gizmochina, the Xiaomi Sound is a compact Bluetooth speaker. It's a rather elegant looking device, with a tube-shaped body in silver or black colours. Xiaomi built this to last, with its internal structure designed in a way to allow it to output powerful sound. This is thanks to the dual-suspension passive radiators inside, which can deliver 90dB of 360-degree omnidirectional Hi-Res Audio.

The bass is expected to be excellent too. Xiaomi has included Harman AudioEFX in the smart speaker, allowing it to deliver rich bass as low as 70Hz. It has an algorithm to regulate audio quality and volume, so the sound won't disturb people at certain times like the night. Moreover, you can link up to 8 of these speakers using Ultra-Wide-Band connectivity for a greater audio experience.

Best of all, the Xiaomi Sound is only retailing for 499 yuan (~RM326), which is quite affordable for a surround sound wireless speaker. Having said that, would you be interested in it if it launches in Malaysia? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1ch can deliver 430W of audio output, global launch coming soon

Are small PC speakers not powerful enough for you, or are you looking to upgrade to a big TV? In that case, a soundbar is probably the most compact device you can buy to boost your audio enjoyment. And Xiaomi has a new one that could launch soon.

Xiaomi has been hinting that the Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1ch could launch soon. As the name suggests, it's a 3.1-channel soundbar that comes with a large front-facing speaker and two upwards-firing speakers. Besides the main soundbar, the Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1ch also comes with a large wireless subwoofer. What's impressive is that the two components can deliver a combined audio output of 430W!

Easy to set up and connect audio with NFC! Powerful to deliver dynamic and rich sound!Now create your own cinema at home with #XiaomiSoundbar 3.1ch! #SmartLivingForEveryone pic.twitter.com/hQqhPUWeU2

Besides that, the Xiaomi Soundbar 3.1ch also has a smart LED indicator and physical buttons for volume control. There are no details on the ports available, but we expect to see an HDMI ARC port, AUX port, an optical port, and maybe a USB port. As for features, this soundbar has Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual: X for virtual surround sound and one-tap playback via NFC.

Xiaomi hasn't announced the price and availability for Malaysia yet, but we do think that this model could launch here. If it does, would you be interested in getting one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


Xiaomi Special Christmas Sale on 10 December - 12 December 2015

This coming season, Xiaomi will be launching a Christmas sale on 10 December until 12 December 2015 on their website. The highlight of the sale is the Santa’s Special Bundle which includes the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 + 10000 mAh Mi power bank Christmas Edition + Mi Teddy Bunnies for just RM709.

The second highlight is the other bundles - such as the Santa Claus Bundle,  Rudolph Bundle and the Jingle Bells Bundle with a slashed price; and a free soft case with a Xiaomi Mi Note purchase or free rechargeable battery with Xiaomi Redmi 2 purchase for RM1549 or RM399 respectively.

Besides that, there are other items that will be on promotional sale as well:-

For more information, visit Xiaomi's Christmas sale page to learn more about the sales.


Xiaomi Store 6th Anniversary celebration includes freebies, lucky draws, discounts and a Xiaomi CyberDog

In celebration of Xiaomi Authorized Stores’ 6th Anniversary in Malaysia, Malaysians will be treated to exciting freebies and lucky draws at all Xiaomi Authorised stores across the nation. Not only that, but the public will also get to check out a new Xiaomi CyberDog at selected stores from the 18th until the 30th of June 2022.

To celebrate the occasion, Xiaomi Malaysia will be giving away exclusive gifts as well as a chance to win a Xiaomi TV P1 43" to shoppers at all Authorized Xiaomi stores in Malaysia. Moreover, shoppers who purchase selected smartphones and smart AIoT products at Authorized Xiaomi stores in Malaysia will be eligible to get the gifts with their purchases and enter a lucky draw to stand a chance to win a Xiaomi TV P1 43".

As for the Xiaomi CyberDog, customers and fans alike can take this opportunity to check out and interact with the Xiaomi CyberDog at a participating Xiaomi Authorized store near them. You can check out the timetable below as well as the devices that will be on a promotional sale:

DirectD Gadget Mega Store, Petaling Jaya

For more information and updates on the latest promotions, you can check out Xiaomi Malaysia Facebook page or simply stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple iPhone 6 coming to Malaysia on 6 November 2014 according to Celcom

Celcom has revealed their registration of interest page for the Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus with a surprising release date of 6 November 2014. This date is a day ahead of the date revealed by DiGi's registration of interest page but DiGi has followed up by removing their release date completely. This means that we will likely see the Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus in Malaysia on 6 November 2014. Stay tuned for more developments in the next few weeks.


Xiaomi Surge S1 SoC processor officially announced along with Surge S1-powered Mi 5C

After rumours about pinecones, Xiaomi officially announced their first Surge S1 SoC (System on Chip) processor. Turns out Pinecone is the research subsidiary that designed and developed the 28nm Surge S1 which is now being used to power the Xiaomi Mi 5C. The Surge S1 is an octa-core ARM Cortex A53 processor (4 x 2.2GHz A53 + 4 x 1.4GHz A53) with a Mali T-860 MP4 graphics processor. According to Xiaomi it has outperformed the Snapdragon 625 and can decode 4K video, support VoLTE via a 32-bit DSP while an integrated 14-bit dual ISP allows it to take pictures in low-light.

The Surge S1 powered Xiaomi Mi 5C on the other hand is a metal body smartphone with a 5.15-inch display along with a 12MP rear camera with 6-element lens. It will be priced in China at RMB1499 (~RM970) from 3 March 2017. Hopefully it eventually makes its way to Malaysia as we still have no Malaysia release dates or pricing details. Stay tuned to TechNave.com and we'll keep you updated.


Xiaomi TV 5 Pro revealed with Quantum dot screen technology, starting from ~RM2187

Today, besides the official unveiling of the Xiaomi CC9 Pro smartphone, the company also showcased the Xiaomi TV 5 Pro which is equipped with quantum dot screen technology. Announced at ~RM2187, let's check out what are the highlight features and tech specs on this smart TV.

From the design, it looks like any other smart TVs nowadays but for the TV 5 Pro, its size is extremely thin measuring only at 5.9mm. In comparison, that's even thinner than a 2B pencil and iPhone 11. The bezels are also really narrow and this allows Xiaomi to maximize the screen panel fully. As mentioned earlier, the smart TV uses a quantum dot technology and that's definitely going to show amazing visuals.

Because quantum dots are fluorescent crystals with a diameter of less than 10nm, the technology emits light and colours differently without much digital enhancement. To complement the visuals, the smart TV also supports HDR10+, 8K decoding, colour gamut up to NTSC 108%, MEMC motion compensation (effectively reducing motion picture smear) and so on.

The TV 5 Pro has a built-in array microphone and supports voice command from a certain distance. Xiaomi demonstrated that the user can just call out Xiao AI to adjust the volume and change the channel without using the remote control. Oddly, they didn't mention anything about the speakers so we will just have to assume that it needs to be connected to other speakers for sound.

Xiaomi will be selling the TV 5 Pro in three variants - 55-inch for 3699 Yuan (~RM2187), 65-inch for 4999 Yuan (~RM2956), and 75-inch for 9999 Yuan (~RM5913). There's also the vanilla TV 5 model which doesn't use quantum dot technology, the 55-inch is 2999 Yuan (~RM1733), 65-inch for 3999 Yuan (~RM2364) and the 75-inch is 7999 yuan (~RM4730).

Xiaomi Malaysia is known for importing in Xiaomi home appliances, but it's unclear if they will do the same for the new TV 5 Pro and TV 5 lineup. We definitely think they should as smart TVs are quite popular in Malaysia, and Xiaomi's price is always affordable. Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro could launch globally soon, but might head to India first

Wireless audio products used to be among the few and premium, but there are so many options these days. Among them is the Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro, which was launched in China at the end of September 2021. We haven't heard from it ever since, but Xiaomi might be gearing up for a global launch soon.

According to 91Mobiles, the Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro could be heading to India next. What's worth noting is that a global launch could also come soon. Relatively affordable high-quality wireless earbuds are popular in emerging markets like Malaysia, so we won't be surprised if our country gets the new model next. Currently, the estimated launch window is December 2021 to January 2022.

So, what does the Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro offer? Firstly, it will offer a very powerful noise cancellation function. It's confirmed that the earbuds can suppress up to 40 decibels of noise, making them highly suitable for noisy environments like airports. Moreover, it's expected to deliver Hi-Fi audio thanks to the LHDC 4.0 codec, and up to 27 hours of audio playback (with ANC disabled).

As for the price, the Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro retailed in China for 699 yuan (~RM463), so we're expecting the local price to be around the same. We don't know when it will arrive in Malaysia. But until then, do stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about that.


Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro could launch on 27 Sep 2021, up to 40dB noise suppression

During the Xiaomi event yesterday, the company also shared a trailer for the Xiaomi CIVI. It's believed to be a replacement for the Mi CC series and will launch on 27 September 2021. Turns out that Xiaomi also has a new pair of wireless earbuds model.

According to a Weibo announcement, the Xiaomi TWS 3 Pro will also be unveiled on 27 September 2021. This pair of true wireless stereo earbuds will come with active noise cancellation and can suppress up to 40dB of noise. In other words, it will be super effective even in noisy environments like an airport lobby.

Not much else has been revealed about this new model, but we do have some hints from a previous teaser. Back in May, there was a teaser for a new pair of Xiaomi TWS earbuds called the FlipBuds Pro. It has a similar design to the model introduced earlier today, so they may be the same. In that case, it would mean that the TWS 3 Pro would support Qualcomm aptX Adaptive, which delivers HD audio and a low-latency mode.

We will probably find out more about this new model via teasers in the next 3 days. And if not, then the launch on Monday will reveal everything. Until then, stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Xiaomi: The 12S Series is not coming to Malaysia, but another smartphone it co-engineered with Leica will

Xiaomi recently released the Xiaomi 12S Series, a range of smartphone known for its impressive camera specs, most notably the 12S Ultra with its Sony IMX989 1-inch sensor fine-tuned by Leica. While the series was a China-exclusive during launch, many are hoping that it will be released in Malaysia but alas, Xiaomi Malaysia has today confirmed that the device is sadly not coming to our shores.

The Chinese tech company confirmed the matter during a media event in our country today. However, there are is some good news as during the same event, Xiaomi also revealed that another smartphone with a camera system co-engineered with Leica will indeed be coming to our shores in the future.

Xiaomi didn’t elaborate on the details of this upcoming device, though it may potentially be a slightly tweaked version of the 12S Series made for the global market. Given the hype surrounding the 12S Series, especially the 12S Ultra, it is not unexpected for the company to release a version of the device with a slightly different name globally.

As of right now, the whole 12S Series is only available in China and enthusiasts outside of the country can only get their hands on the smartphone through third party import. In case you missed it and want to know what the hype around the smartphone series is all about, check out our coverage of its release here.

So, what do you guys think of the announcement by Xiaomi Malaysia? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


Xiaomi True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro spotted on WPC, comes with ANC

Earlier this month, a new wireless earphone model from Xiaomi was spotted on the Bluetooth SIG website. At the time, we said that it could be a successor to the Mi True Wireless Earphones. Now, a new leak has confirmed that the True Wireless Earphones 2 Pro could be on the way.

The audio device was certified by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) and bears the model number of TWSEJ09WM. As you can see, an image of the product was also attached and it looks similar to the previous generation Mi True Wireless Earphones. According to Digital Chat Station, this new true wireless stereo (TWS) earphone will come with active noise cancelling and wireless charging.

The Mi Wireless Bluetooth Headset 2 Pro has passed the certification. The appearance is shown in the figure. It supports active noise reduction and wireless charging, etc. [吃瓜]

The previous-gen model came with 7mm audio drivers and had an estimated 3-hours of battery life at 80% volume. If you add the charging case, it's supposed to be able to deliver a total of 10-hours music playback. It's uncertain whether the battery life would increase, but the ANC on the new model would definitely affect how long the battery can last.

Now that the device is starting to get more certifications, we can probably expect an official release soon. But with that said, would you be interested in getting this TWS earphone if it launches in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Xiaomi True Wireless Earphones 3 Pro release: HiFi audio, 40dB noise cancellation, and 27-hours battery life for ~RM453

Yesterday, Xiaomi added the Xiaomi Civi to its smartphone lineup. While it doesn't have the most powerful chipset, its overall specs were still impressive. Besides that, Xiaomi also launched the TWS earphones we mentioned last week - the True Wireless Earphones 3 Pro.

As you can see from the launch announcement, Xiaomi's new TWS earphones have a shape that's closer to the FlipBuds Pro from a few months back. It comes with a sleek, lightweight body, making it more comfortable to wear for long hours. There is also a front and rear chamber on each earphone, which helps balance ear pressure.

In terms of features, there are three main ones to highlight. First, it has adaptive noise reduction and can suppress noise of up to 40dB. It also promises HiFi audio (up to 96kHz), so the sound quality is excellent. Thirdly, it has up to 27 hours of battery life, which is quite impressive. Its other features include LHDC 4.0 support and IP55 water resistance.

As for the price, the Xiaomi True Wireless Earphones 3 Pro was launched in China for 699 yuan (~RM453). We're expecting it to arrive in Malaysia eventually, so stay tuned to TechNave for a future launch report.


Xiaomi VR headset released date revealed

Speculations have it that Xiaomi was actually planning to reveal the Xiaomi VR headset yesterday, but nothing happened, however, what the internet got was a trailer instead.

To sum it up, there are actually two videos promoting the Xiaomi VR headset, the first one didn't really say much as it was just a conversation between an old man and woman along with a younger man. Then in the second video, it showed the VR headset in full flesh with a bunch of celebrities being amazed by the technology. But in the end, both videos have the same message at the end, it revealed a date which is 4 August 2016.

We can safely assume Xiaomi will reveal the VR headset on this Thursday, so stay tuned for more news at Technave.com!


Xiaomi Watch S1 Active renders reveal some differences

As some of you may remember, the Xiaomi Watch S1 launched at the end of December 2021. It hasn't made its way to Malaysia, but Xiaomi might be holding it back for the global launch of the Xiaomi 12 series. Sources have also sported a new Watch S1 Active model, which could come soon.

Tipster Ishan Agarwal provided some renders of the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active and global variants of the Xiaomi 12 series. As you can see, it has a few differences when compared to the Xiaomi Watch S1. First, the use of silicone straps instead of leather bands. Secondly, the two circular dials were replaced by regular buttons. Thirdly, the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active has a thicker bezel that gives the smartwatch a more 'sporty' look.

Your first look at the official renders of upcoming Xiaomi Watch S1 Active — and it looks so good! I love the design, it's bold & clean.Also, renders of Xiaomi 12X Pro, 12 & 12X global variants with the 5G badge & 3 color options.Please credit & link: https://t.co/WC65eWRBUY pic.twitter.com/wxOgwfSqzC

The specs for the Watch S1 Active are currently unknown. But it's believed that some specs would be similar to the Watch S1. This model is expected to have the same 470mAh battery, 5ATM water resistance, over 117 sports modes, and an AMOLED display. The AMOLED display might be slightly smaller, as it comes with a thicker bezel. Mind you, that's assuming that the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active is of the same size as the Xiaomi Watch S1.

With that said, what do you think of the design changes? Do you prefer Watch S1 Active? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news about it.


Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro Malaysia release - priced at RM1399 and coming soon

Finally after a few months, the Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro will be making its way to Malaysia. Although no specific date was given, it will be priced at RM1399 across the nation in official Xiaomi stores, authorised dealers and online shops.

To recap the features, it has a 1.47-inch AMOLED display with a rotatable crown and is also scratch-resistant thanks to the sapphire crystal glass. It comes in two colour variants - a silver case with a brown leather strap or a black case with a black fluoro-rubber strap. As usual, users can customise the smartwatch with over 100 watch faces. The straps are interchangeable.

Another common feature would be the built-in activities. The Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro has over 100 sports modes, as well as a series of workout data and health tracking functions covering calories burned, exercise intensity, sleep monitoring, heart rate, and SpO₂ tracking. For runners, there are also 10 programs, pre-built to suit various fitness needs, including run/walk combos for beginners or fat burn/endurance-focused training, and even interval training for your heart and lungs.  It has a battery life of up to 14 days, which can be charged quickly and a 10-minute top-up will give two more days of typical use. Moreover, there's also a speaker with AI noise cancellation to let you talk through a Bluetooth phone call. Wireless charging is available as well.

Aside from the Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro, Xiaomi also unveiled the Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro and other Xiaomi robot vacuums for the Malaysian market. You can visit the hyperlinks and check them out, and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple iPhone 6 hands-on video, gaming test included

We take the Apple iPhone 6 out for a spin today with a hands-on video and a gaming demo of Asphalt 8:Airborne. The 4.7-inch display iPhone 6 is a surprisingly thin 6.9mm with a mostly metal body. Featuring the new A8 processor from Apple it should offer graphics and gaming performance better than the previous iPhone. We try this out in our hands-on video which you can check out for yourself below:


Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro release: battery life up to 14 days, priced at ~RM986

Last night, Xiaomi also announced some wearables and there's a new Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro. So what's new with the pro variant? Well, strap in and check out the company's latest smartwatch.

Compared with the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active, the Watch S1 Pro is quite similar to the Watch S1. It has the same sapphire glass mirror and stainless steel body design. However, the straps are leather-made but you can also choose fluoroelastomer and stainless steel ones. The screen size is just slightly bigger at 1.47-inches.

Speaking of the screen size, the smartwatch has 480 x 480 pixels, 600 nit brightness and over 100 watch faces. There are also over 100+ sports modes and is equipped with a dual-band GNSS system. Moreover, you can expect a heart rate monitor, sleep monitor, stress monitor, skin temperature and low blood oxygen detector.

As a smartwatch, it can do other things thing. This includes Bluetooth networking calling and pairing up with a wide variety of Xiaomi smart devices via Miaoxiang Centre such as a Xiaomi Smart TV and smart speakers. Xiaomi also said the battery life can last up to 14 days thanks to the 12nm processor.

The Xiaomi Watch S1 Pro is priced at 1499 (~RM986) and we think there's a good chance that it may come to the Malaysian market. For reference, the Xiaomi Watch S1 is RM899 in Malaysia so expect it to be a bit higher if it comes. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi Watch S1 release: 1.43-inch display, 117 sports modes, and up to 24 days of battery life for ~RM722

Earlier this week, Xiaomi confirmed that it was launching a new smartwatch. And yesterday night, it was unveiled with the Xiaomi 12 series, Xiaomi Buds 3, and a new WiFi variant of the Xiaomi Pad 5 Pro. So what's new this time? Well, let's take a look at the Watch S1, shall we?

As you can see from the official announcement, the Xiaomi Watch S1 is a smartwatch that follows the design of a classic watch. It has a steel body, uses sapphire glass for the watch face, and comes with a leather strap (rubber strap also available) for a stylish look. On top of that, it has two side buttons and biometric sensors at the bottom.

The Watch S1 features a 1.43-inch AMOLED display with a 60Hz refresh rate, so you can expect animations to be smooth. It also has a sizable 470mAh battery that can last up to 24 days in power-saving mode. In terms of features, it has Bluetooth calling, 117 sports modes, and 5ATM water resistance. As for the sensors, it has a heart-rate tracker, blood-oxygen monitor, and can track your sleep patterns.

From the looks of it, Xiaomi wants this smartwatch to be a fashionable piece with good functionality. But what are your thoughts about it so far? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Xiaomi Watch S1 series - Reasonable Price Smartwatch | TechNave Unboxing and Hands-On Video

A few months ago, Xiaomi Malaysia launched two smartwatches which includes the Xiaomi Watch S1 and Watch S1 Active with a starting price of RM649. Here is the unboxing video if you want to know about the smartwatches.

The Xiaomi Watch S1 comes with a leather strap, sapphire glass, and stainless steel case. As forthe Watch S1 Active, it features a silicone strap and metal bezel. Both come with a 1.43-inch AMOLED display that supports a 60Hz refresh rate, more than 200 watch faces, 117 fitness modes, 19 professional modes, 5ATM water-resistance, all-day blood oxygen monitoring, heart-rate monitoring, advanced sleep monitoring, Mastercard cashless payment, Dual-band GPS, 470mAh battery, and Alexa voice assistant.

For more information, please check out the Xiaomi Watch S1 series unboxing video, and be sure to stay tuned for more unboxing videos on TechNave.com.


Xiaomi Watch S1 series and Buds 3T Pro arrived in Malaysia with an early bird sale

Besides the Xiaomi 12 series, the company has presented other accessories that go well with the flagship smartphones, including the Xiaomi Watch S1 series and Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro, for the Malaysian market. Now, let's look at each of them to find out what they offer.

The Xiaomi Watch S1 sports a 1.43-inch AMOLED display protected by sapphire glass and a stainless-steel frame. Under the hood, it has a battery that lasts 12 days on standby mode or 24 days on battery saver mode. The smartwatch also provides 117 fitness modes and 19 professional modes, with the ability to automatically detect workout modes like treadmill and walking. Other than that, the health sensors can measure heart rate, sleep quality, stress levels, blood oxygen saturation (SpO2).

The Xiaomi Watch S1 will be available with classic leather or dirt-resistant fluororubber straps in various colours, alongside 200 watch faces. There is also support for Bluetooth calls, app notifications, Mastercard NFC payment, and wireless charging. The smartwatch will retail for RM899.

On the other hand, the Xiaomi Watch S1 Active has most of the features of the vanilla variant. However, rather than a stainless-steel frame, it features metal bezel frames. The health sensor department is slightly different, offering SpO2 blood oxygen saturation tracking, female health monitoring and improved sleep monitoring. There's also a 5ATM water resistance. The watch is priced at RM649 with six strap colours.

Coming to the Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro, the wireless earbuds pack a 10mm dual-magnet dynamic driver with sectional DLC coating. It also supports LHDC 4.0 audio codec, offering studio-level sound with rich details and minimized distortion. Furthermore, its active noise-cancelling capability is able to reach a performance of up to 40dB. There will be two modes, namely Adaptive mode and Transparency mode. The former enables the earbuds to switch modes automatically based on the ambient noise level, while the latter allows users to remain aware of their surroundings while on the move.

Not only those but the Buds 3T Pro also features next-gen Dimensional audio function, creating a 360-degree soundscape. Along with the Track head movement mode, it brings the listening experience to another level by allowing each individual sound detail to retain its position as listeners move their heads. The earbuds can last up to 6 hours playback or 24 hours with the case and will retail for RM549.

Of course, if you're interested, Xiaomi will have an early bird sale for all these products. By purchasing the Xiaomi Watch S1 between 16 and 24 March 2022, you'll get a pair of Redmi Buds 3 Pro for free. Meanwhile, purchasing the Watch S1 Active in the same period will get you a pair of Redmi Buds 3 Lite. For the Xiaomi Buds 3T Pro, it'll be available for RM499 as an early bird price. Therefore, act quickly before the sale ends! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more local tech product launches.


Xiaomi Watch S1 to launch with Xiaomi 12 series on 28 Dec 2021

If you've been following the news, you know that the Xiaomi 12 series launches tomorrow. However, it seems that the company has more than new phones up its sleeve. Xiaomi has also confirmed that it will be launching a new smartwatch series.

Yesterday, Xiaomi announced that it will also be unveiling the Xiaomi Watch S1 at the Xiaomi 12 series launch event on 28 December 2021. This is the company's latest smartwatch, and it's expected to be a premium one. As you can see, it has a rounded steel body, the sapphire glass you'd see on a regular watch, and what seems to be a steel strap.

It has two side buttons and some sensors at the bottom

As for features, Xiaomi hasn't mentioned anything so far. However, you can still spot a few details. The Xiaomi Watch S1 has two buttons on the right and some sensors at the bottom. We can't confirm what these sensors are, but expect Xiaomi to include sensors for heart-rate tracking, sleep monitoring, and more.

Xiaomi's last smartwatch was the Xiaomi Mi Watch Revolve Active. This new model could be its successor, so expect some of the features to be similar but better. You could also check out our review on the Xiaomi Mi Watch. For more details, stay tuned to TechNave for the launch report tomorrow.


Xiaomi Watch S2 release: Body composition measurement and 500mAh battery from ~RM632

Xiaomi released several new products yesterday (11 December 2022) in China, including the Xiaomi Watch S2 series, the successor to the popular Xiaomi Watch S1 series. Coming in a circular dial design and in two sizes (42mm and 46mm), check out the full specs of the wearable series below.

According to the Xiaomi official Chinese website, all variants of the Watch S2 come with an AMOLED panel with a resolution of 466 x 466 pixels, with the 42mm variant having a 1.32-inch screen and the 46mm configuration having a 1.43-inch display. All variants also come with a stainless steel middle frame and sapphire glass, with two oblong-shaped physical buttons on the right side.

The Watch S2 is equipped with the usual health monitoring features, including heart rate, SpO2 and temperature sensors. However, unlike other smartwatches out there, the wearable sports a body composition measurement feature that records data like fat percentage, skeletal muscle mass, protein volume and more.

This is usually only available on smart scales but Xiaomi has managed to include it with the Watch S2 and requires users to place two fingers on the side buttons. Other health and fitness-related features of the Watch S2 include sleep and stress trackers, women’s menstrual cycle monitoring, breathing exercises as well as over 100 sports modes.

Besides that, the Watch S2 has a built-in speaker and microphone for Bluetooth calling, a safety tracking feature that sends help to the user’s pre-set contacts during emergencies, GPS, Bluetooth 5.2 and NFC. In terms of battery, the 42mm variant has a 305mAh cell that Xiaomi claims last 7 days while the 46mm configuration sports a 500mAh cell with up to 12 days of usage.

In China, the Watch S2 is now available for purchase in these configurations, colour options and prices:

Like other products that the company released in China yesterday, Xiaomi has yet to reveal their availability outside of the country. However, we do expect that a global release will commence in the new future.

So, what do you guys think of the Watch S2? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news and the latest tech releases such as this!


Xiaomi Watch S2 spotted on SIRIM database, to launch in Malaysia this 27 February?

Previously, we reported that Xiaomi Malaysia will release the Xiaomi 13 series in our country next Monday (27 February 2023). Well, the launching event may also see the debut of the Xiaomi Watch S2 as the smartwatch was recently spotted on the SIRIM database.

According to GizmoChina, the Watch S2 bears the model number M2207W1 on the SIRIM database, with the certification pretty much alluding to its imminent launch in Malaysia. Given that the Chinese tech firm is holding a launching event next week, it is very likely that the smartwatch will be released alongside the Xiaomi 13 series.

Xiaomi already launched the Watch S2 in China, hence the specs and features of the wearable should come as no surprise when it launches globally and in Malaysia. As a recap, the smartwatch comes with an AMOLED panel with a resolution of 466 x 466 pixels, with the 42mm variant having a 1.32-inch screen and the 46mm configuration having a 1.43-inch display.

It also has the usual health monitoring features, including heart rate, SpO2 and temperature sensors.

However, unlike other smartwatches out there, the wearable sports a body composition measurement feature that records data like fat percentage, skeletal muscle mass, protein volume and more.

So, what do you guys think of Xiaomi potentially launching the Watch S2 in Malaysia soon? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Xiaomi Yeelight Smart LED light strip announced!

Xiaomi has always been known as a mobile electronics brand but today, it appears to that they just announced the Yeelight Smart LED light strip for a price of RMB 169 (MYR 102).

The Yeelight Smart LED strip was meant for home decoration like gaming desktop setup or any corner in your home. The Yeelight comes in 16 million colours. You will be able to control the lighting features with an app on your smartphone over Wi-Fi connection. The company claims that the strip has over 25000 hours of life span.

Although it is a very cool home electronics, but the price isn't really worth it as you could always get non-branded 5 meters RGB LED strip that comes a with remote control for less than MYR 50 here in Malaysia. While we still waiting for the Malaysia release date and pricing details, do check out the video below to know more about the Yeelight.


Xiaomi Youpin's new leafless fan supports 9 modes of natural winds

Xiaomi has always been bringing home appliances to the next level. Last time, we have seen a portable dishwasher that can also act as a disinfection machine. Now, the company is back with another awesome home appliance you would want after checking out its features. Xiaomi Youpin has launched a leafless fan that features nine speeds of natural winds!

The leafless fan comes with a technology called the Coanda core turbine air duct. It is able to optimize the air duct design itself to boost the pressure of the fans. The wind that come out from the fan is also said to be delicate and stable.

Other than that, the most surprising feature of the fan would be there are a total of nine modes of winds for users to choose from. To get the effect of standing in the middle of a grassland, just select 1 to 3. If you want to feel like you’re on a highland, select 4 to 6. Not cool enough? You can also get that sea breeze in your house just by selecting 7 to 9.

Last but not least, the research team has also successfully achieved certain things like avoiding the winds to be weak throughout the time, ensuring the winds can blow for a long distance and improving the ventilation cycle of a room. The price of Xiaomi Youpin’s leafless fan is at 999 Yuan (~RM606).

Let us know what you think of the leafless fan on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smart living technology products.


Xiaomi aims to beat Apple in 2021 by selling 300 million smartphones

Based on a statement by gizchina, it seems that Xiaomi wants to beat Apple by selling at least 300 million smartphones in 2021. While there is no official information on whether the number is actually achievable or not, our source mentioned that several analysts believe that such a feat might not be possible in such a short time span.

However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that the mobile market is still quite volatile, and major shifts in market trends could happen at any moment. Not only that, but there’s also no official information on which smartphone Xiaomi plans on releasing next year.

What are your thoughts on Xiaomi wanting to ship 300 million smartphones in the year 2021? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


5-inch Lenovo A628T announced for China, coming to Malaysia soon?

Lenovo recently announced a new entry-level to midrange smartphone for China called the A628T. While it seems to be targeting the young crowd it is one of the few smartphones in this range to offer a 5-inch display with a standard display resolution of 854 x 480 pixels. Other tech specs include a quad-core MediaTek MT6582M processor, 512MB of RAM, 4GB of storage + microSD, a 5MP rear camera with LED flash, a 2MP front camera and a 2000 mAh battery. The smartphone will run Android 4.2 Jelly bean and support dual-SIM as well. Unfortunately, there isn't any news on Malaysia pricing or release dates for Malaysia but we're expecting it to arrive very soon as Lenovo seems to be retiring many of it's existing entry to midrange models recently.


Apple iPhone 6 (iPhone Air) concept video seems very close

You know how people predict all sorts of radical changes to the next Apple iPhone and Apple almost always deadpans them by just adding on a little bit here and a little bit there to the overall design. Well, Sam Beckett here is a designer who seems to be following that Apple spirit to the letter as he has come up with an Apple iPhone 6 or iPhone Air concept video which looks and sounds very close to how Apple would do it. Tech specs and features listed in the video include a 4.7-inch sapphire crystal display with full HD 1080p resolution, a chassis which is 7mm thin and a design that is just 8% larger than the current Apple iPhone 5S. A 10MP OIS camera is the only tech spec which seems far fetched in this case, but you can check out the video for yourself below:


Xiaomi also announces their Mi VR headset with hardware-level motion sensor controller for about RM122

Asides from announcing their dual curved edge display Xiaomi Mi Note 2, Xiaomi also announced their affordable Mi VR headset for just 199 CNY (RM122). Compatible with the Mi Note 2, the Mi VR features a 16ms ultra-low latency for less motion sickness bundled with a hardware-based 9-axis inertial motion sensor controller. No Malaysia release date for this or whether or not we'll be getting this but it would certainly be a cool accessory to go with the Mi Note 2.


Xiaomi also launches Mi Pad 2 and Mi Air Purifier 2

Xiaomi wasn't kidding when they were going to do a grand finale event of the year, past teasers of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 and Mi Pad 2 are proving to be real, and an unexpected Mi Air Purifier 2 also made its debut at the event. While we've covered the Redmi Note 3, the Intel processor-based metal body Mi Pad 2 is going for RMB 999 (662), and  a more compact and quiet Air Purifier version will cost RMB 699 (RM463).

The Mi Air Purifier 2, is 40% smaller, quieter and more power efficient than the Mi Air Purifier 1. A very much improved product, its mobility is very good too being 520mm tall (down from 735mm) and the base area is smaller than an A4 sheet paper. Also due to its single-motor, dual fan design, its CADR (Clean Air Delivery Rate) remains high at 330m³/h in standard mode and goes up to 388m³/h in Active mode. In just 10 minutes, it can effectively clean the air in a 23m2 room. User won't need to be bothered by the sound it makes too, at night mode the sound is as low as 30db.

The Redmi Note 3, Mi Pad 2 and Mi Air Purifier 2 will be available from 27 November at 10am on Mi.com and all Mi Home outlets in mainland China. No news yet on Malaysia release dates, but these wonderful cost efficient devices will eventually come here. So stay put!


Xiaomi and Hasbro made a Transformers Mi Pad 2?

If you're a big Transformers fan, you might be interested in getting yourself a Transformer Mi Pad. Xiaomi and Hasbro China have worked together to release an interesting new toy, tailor-made for Chinese fans based on the Xiaomi Mi Pad 2.

The reason behind this collaboration between Xiaomi and Hasbro is to celebrate the company's sixth anniversary on April 6 2016. This project is based on crowdfunding and once it hits the goal, it will start shipping to backers from 13 May 2016.

This toy is called ‘Soundwave: Mi Pad 2’, and it can transform into the 9.7-inch Mi Pad 2 tablet. Of course, the transformed Mi Pad 2 isn't a real working tablet, as we mentioned that it is a "toy" made by Xiaomi and Hasbro. But for RM102.68 (Converted from 169 Yuan via Google), it is still a very cool toy to have.


Xiaomi and IKEA to start IoT partnership in China from December 2018, smart home future coming soon?

Xiaomi and IKEA officially announced their strategic partnership recently at the annual MIDC conference. This means that IKEA's full range of smart lighting products will be connected to Xiaomi's IoT (Internet of Things) platform starting from December 2018 in China. No news when these will be available in Malaysia or for how much.

These lights and other Xiaomi IoT smart devices can be controlled via Xiaomi devices including the Xiao Ai voice assistant and Mi Home app, connecting to the Mi Control Hub through the ZigBee protocol. Xiaomi also announced their Mi Smart Door Lock with 3D live fingerprint sensor and cooperation with Ji Hotel, CHJ Automative and Ikongjian for various other IoT applications.


Xiaomi and Leica did the unthinkable - putting a camera lens on a smartphone

That's right, it's a freaking camera lens attached to a smartphone there. A full-blown video released online in China, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a concept device that Xiaomi and Leica have been working on for quite some time. There are no official announcements yet, but here's what we know so far.

According to the video, the concept phone's hidden feature is the rear camera bump that allows the attachment of a camera lens. Inside the concept phone, there lies a full 1-inch sensor with professional lenses that would allow mobile photographers to take pictures with better image quality without relying much on digital bokeh or software camera tricks.

شاومي أعلنت رسميًا عن جهاز #Xiaomi12SUltraConcept، وهو عبارة عن جهاز #Xiaomi 12S Ultra مع مفصل خلفي لتركيب عدسة Leica خارجية لتحصل على تصوير احترافي. pic.twitter.com/d2Hlv1mgR0

Unlike previous phone lens accessories, the secondary 1-inch sensor can receive light directly from the external lens instead of the original lens of the phone. The secondary sensor also reduces light loss and enables users to capture the sharpest image possible. To support the weight of the camera lens, the rear camera bump structure area got reinforced.

As for the rear camera lens itself, it is protected by sapphire glass and can be customized with Leica M series lenses. The decision to use that series makes sense, as it is known for being light and compact. Attaching the camera lens is the same as putting one on a DSLR, and the smartphone will provide the camera tools for the user such as shooting in 10bit RAW format.

Dedicated lens in Xiaomi 12S Ultra pic.twitter.com/9mhKnOiUFZ

This is definitely a fascinating concept but what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and do stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi and Leica partnership confirmed, could be for Xiaomi 12 Pro

Back in May, it was reported that Leica would end its partnership with Huawei after launching the Huawei P50 series. There hasn't been any news on which brand the company would partner with next. But a reliable source may have leaked the news.

According to Digital Chat Station (via @chunvn8888), Xiaomi will be the next brand that Leica will collab with. The tipster posted an image (that was since deleted) of a smartphone with the Leica branding on the right and the caption. He also wrote the caption "Coming soon..."

DCS deleted the post few minutes after posting haha

If this is indeed a Xiaomi device, it would most likely be a Xiaomi 12 series device. As you can see, it features a triple-camera module that includes what seems to be a periscope lens. If you look closer, you can also see the terms "120x" and "AI CAMERA", suggesting that it would have a 120x zoom. Based on the design, this could be the Xiaomi 12 Pro or Xiaomi 12 Ultra.

Since the source removed the picture, it's a solid indication that the rumour is true. That means we can look forward to better cameras on the Xiaomi 12 series. Would that make you interested in getting one? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


Xiaomi and Leica partnership is happening, thanks to the codes found in the Gallery app

Rumour has it, Xiaomi will be partnering with Leica for a smartphone that is coming in the future. Of course, we already know that the device in question is the Xiaomi 12 Ultra, which will be the most powerful variant of the Xiaomi 12 series. Today, an app has further confirmed the partnership, which might also be telling us that the launch is getting close!

Spotted in Xiaomi's Chinese MIUI ROM, the Gallery Editor app has multiple lines of codes pointing towards the Leica filters. However, it will not be the only thing the camera company will contribute. Previous rumours have also mentioned that the Xiaomi 12 Ultra will definitely have Leica lenses.

HUAWEI was the first smartphone company that signed a partnership deal with Leica, but it ended a while ago. Therefore, Xiaomi might have seized the chance and quickly filled in the gap, seeing that there are also other Chinese smartphone brands working with reputable camera companies. These are OPPO and vivo, which partner with Hasselblad and ZEISS respectively.

Are you excited about seeing the Xiaomi 12 Ultra with Leica cameras? Drop a comment to let us know how you feel, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone rumours.


Xiaomi and Qualcomm allegedly developed an app to tweak mobile GPUs

The rise of mobile gaming means that GPU performance in a smartphone is something people pay more attention to these days. Despite that, there hasn't been an app that outright allows the user to control a mobile GPU so far. That's about to change, thanks to a Xiaomi and Qualcomm.

According to Digital Chat Station, Xiaomi and Qualcomm have partnered up to develop a GPU control panel for mobile devices. You can think of it as a simplified mobile version of the NVIDIA Control Panel and AMD Radeon Software for PC. He also claimed that this feature will debut with Xiaomi's next flagship device, which many expect to be the Mi 10 Pro Plus. We're not sure if this will be added to the Mi 10 or Mi 10 Pro.

frequency of the GPU of the super-large Snapdragon 865 can not be said, but it can be revealed that it is the highest overclocking value on the market, surpassing the Snapdragon 865 Plus [laughs without words] .. (2/2)

Speaking of the Mi 10 Pro Plus, an AnTuTu benchmark for the phone was found recently. It recorded a whopping 687422 for a chipset that should be the Snapdragon 865+. Besides that, it's expected to have a quad-camera setup with possibly one of them being a 108MP sensor, as well as support for over 100W fast-charging.

Anyway, we can probably expect this new mobile GPU app to be available in more Snapdragon-powered smartphones in the future. But do we need it and will it be useful? That remains to be seen but do let us know what you think about it on our Facebook page! Also, stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Xiaomi and Redmi kick start the beta test of Android 12 for the first batch of devices

Today, Google has finally uploaded the source code of Android 12 to the Android Open Source Project (AOSP), which means that the latest operating system update is official now. Meanwhile, the company has also announced that several Android smartphone brands will upgrade their devices in the next few weeks. Xiaomi and its sub-brand Redmi are on the list, and they have also revealed which devices will get the update first.

According to Xiaomi, participants who participated in the MIUI development version internal test earlier will be able to experience the official version of Android 12 from today. The devices include Xiaomi 11, Xiaomi 11 Pro, and the Ultra variant. On the other side, Redmi will also be doing the same thing for the K40 Pro and K40 Pro+. As the beta test has kick-started, it's believed that the update will soon arrive on more devices.

The most known thing about Android 12 is probably the new user interface design called "Material You". Besides the look, the performance will also get boosted with Google claiming that the CPU time used by core system services has been reduced by 22%, and the use of big cores by 15%.

To the Android users reading this, are you guys excited about getting your hands on Android 12? Leave a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting tech reports.


Xiaomi and Samsung team up for a custom SoC that uses ARM's Cortex X2 and Mali GPU

It looks like the trend of making your own custom chipset is going to get bigger. After Apple released the M1 chip, many have praised the performance it brings to the new MacBooks. The success might have inspired a few others to give in-house SoC a try as well. Besides Google's rumoured in-house "Whitechapel" SoC for the upcoming Pixel 6 series, Xiaomi and Samsung are said to be teaming up to develop one that utilizes ARM's Cortex X2 and Mali GPU.

It is worth noting that the ARM Cortex X2 has yet to be announced and will only be arriving later this year. Other than Xiaomi and Samsung, Qualcomm is expected to use the new architecture for its upcoming flagship SoCs as well. The source also claims that Xiaomi will continue to use ARM Mali GPUs over the Samsung and AMD’s combined offerings due to limited units. Therefore, it looks like Samsung might be keeping the AMD collaboration to itself rather than sharing it with others.

Other than the information above, not much regarding the project has been shared at the moment. It is said that Xiaomi has recently shown huge interest in making custom SoCs. Earlier, the Chinese company was spotted sourcing chips from MediaTek for future smartphones.

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


Apple iPhone 6 look-a-like Lenovo Sisley coming soon to Malaysia?

Lenovo is not usually known for imitating other competitors, however, this Chinese giant managed to surprise everyone when it announced the Lenovo S90 Sisley, which looked a lot like the recently unveiled Apple iPhone 6. Now, just within a few weeks of launch, the device has made it to the SIRIM database, which means we may soon see a Malaysia launch. Tech Specs wise, the device looks like a mid-range smartphone with a 1.2 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 410 processor, 1GB RAM and 16GB storage with no MicroSD expansion slot support. On the front is a 5 inch Super AMOLED Plus display with a resolution of 1280 x 720 pixels while a 13MP rear camera and 8MP front camera round out the features. At 6.9mm, the Lenovo S90 Sisley has the same thickness as iPhone 6. Connectivity features include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, Dual Sim slots and 4G LTE support. The device retails for 2000CNY in China which means it should be priced around RM1100 when it releases in Malaysia.


Xiaomi and its sub-brand Redmi have planned to launch a number of gaming monitors

Everybody knows that Xiaomi manufactures many types of products. Not only known for smartphones, but the brand is also quite popular for other stuff like home electronic appliances, wearables, and routers. Earlier, Xiaomi has launched a 34-inch curved gaming monitor that comes with a refresh rate clocked at 144Hz. Now, it looks like the company will further develop the product category by launching another 27-inch gaming monitor with a 165Hz refresh rate.

For the launching frame, the new 27-inch Xiaomi gaming monitor is expected to come in July this year. Other than that, it is rumoured that the Chinese tech giant has also scheduled a 24.5-inch gaming monitor and a 29.5/27-inch 4K monitor to be launched in September and November respectively. Furthermore, its sub-brand Redmi is also having plans for 27-inch ordinary monitors, 27-inch gaming monitors, and 23.8-inch gaming monitors. It looks like Xiaomi is working really hard to expand its product line, even its subbrand has to follow the footsteps as well.

In other news, one of the Xiaomi's 65W Type-C chargers is coming back after it has been taken off the shelves. The charger with model AD651 was cut because it did not support the Xiaomi proprietary agreement. Now, the charger has been renamed as A651P and it does support the agreement now. It is said the charger is able to fill the MacBook Pro 13 in just 1 hour 50 minutes and takes 2 hours 25 minutes to fill the Mi Notebook Pro 15.6.

Let us know what you think about the news from Xiaomi on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more interesting tech news.


Xiaomi and other Chinese companies are stocking up to grab HUAWEI's market share

Other than HUAWEI, Chinese companies like Xiaomi, vivo, OPPO have done a pretty good job maintaining their businesses. As we know, HUAWEI has had its rough moment this year and we can't deny that there were some damages done. Therefore, it has given a chance for the others to see that as an opportunity to become the top in the country. Having that said, it is reported that the other Chinese companies mentioned are building up momentum in their orders for the coming quarter.

According to DigiTimes, sources from Taiwan's printed circuit boards (PCB) supply chain have revealed that the Chinese smartphone manufacturers are placing orders more aggressively compared to the first half of 2020. The sources also believed that the trend will last until the first half of 2021. Currently, Xiaomi is leading with the highest volume of PCB shipments among other brands.

Earlier, Xiaomi has reported major growth of nearly 35 percent in revenue during the third quarter of this year, including in the overseas market. It is also estimated that the company's handset orders will exceed 100 million units during the second half of 2020 to the first quarter of 2021. Contradictorily, HUAWEI might not be as lucky as it is expected to have its market share drop to a third of its current standing in 2021. However, this is just a prediction based on the current situation and it does not reflect the actual result. Therefore, let's wait to find out where will the competition go with more updates coming in the future.

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


Xiaomi announced a special Mi 6 Jackie Chan Edition smartphone coming soon

If you’re a Jackie Chan fan, Xiaomi has just announced that they will be releasing a Xiaomi Mi 6 Jackie Chan Edition. The special edition is to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Jackie Chan stunt team, which we last saw them reunited for the first time in February this year.

Comparing with the regular Mi 6, the specifications are still the same such as the Snapdragon 835, dual 12MP camera sensors and others. But being a special edition smartphone, it comes with a nice gift box with Jackie Chan’s autograph on the front. There’s also a group photo of him and and his stunt team with the Mi6 watermark on it.

At the moment, information about the device’s availability is lacking. There’s no price tag nor when it will be released, but we can be pretty sure that it will be a limited edition.

So would you like to get your hands on one? Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi announced another Mi Notebook Air with fingerprint scanner, NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphic card and more from ~RM3.1k

Back in six months ago, Xiaomi released a Mi Notebook Air 4G but apparently they aren’t done with it yet. Just several hours ago, they just released another upgraded version called the Mi Notebook Air 13.3 with some new features. Let’s see what the notebook has to offer.

As the name suggest, the new Mi Notebook Air 13.3 has a 13.3-inch display and it packs a 7th gen Intel core i7 and i5 processor, clocking in at 3.0GHz, which isn’t that bad for a Notebook Air and this is a 10% upgrade performance compared with the previous model. Furthermore, the notebook has a memory capacity of 8GB DDR4 and two storage variants of 128GB or 256GB PCIe SSD hard drive. In the graphics department, it runs on NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphic card up to 2GB GDDR5. Moreover, the fingerprint sensor is available too and is located at the top right corner on the trackpad. AKG speakers are present as well.

According to the price in Mi.com, the Intel Core i5, 128GB storage model will cost 4999 Yuan (around RM3131), while the 256GB storage model will cost 5499 Yuan (around RM3445). At the moment, only the i5 processor is available on 18 June in that website, the i7 processor model is yet to be released.

Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi announced launching event on 25 April 2018, could be the Mi 6X

Finally, after a few weeks of Xiaomi Mi 6X speculations, Xiaomi has officially released the launching date for the device on 25 April 2018. Unfortunately, it's not for us Malaysians but the China market. The teaser also didn't really mention it's the Mi 6X, though, but it's quite likely that it is. Aside from that, the Mi A2 is rumoured to appear alongside as well.

Speaking of the Mi A2, there isn't a lot tech-specs leak about the phone so here's what we know so far. On the exterior design, it's said that the Mi A2 has the same 5.99-inch display with an 18:9 screen-to-body aspect ratio. Then for the software inside, the phone should continue as an Android One device, featuring a new MediaTek Helio P60 chipset, a 4GB + 64GB memory and a 2910mAh battery on board.

On the other hand, another leak from the Internet is also suggesting that a Blackshark gaming phone might also make an appearance, but take it with a grain of salt. For those who don't know, Blackshark is a sub-brand under Xiaomi so it'll be interesting to see it unveiled.

It's just less than two weeks to go, so stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi announced three new Mi Ecosystem products from a starting price of ~RM125

Today, Xiaomi has announced three new Mi Ecosystem products - the Mi Laser Projector, Ninebot Plus, and a Mi Ultrasonic Toothbrush for the China market. The projector will come first on 4 July 2017 for 9999 Yuan (~RM6320), followed by the Ninebot Plus for 3499 Yuan (~RM2211) on 11 July, then finally the electronic toothbrush on 18 July for 199 Yuan (~RM125).

So why is the projector so expensive? Well, the Laser Projector is the world’s first cinema-laser projector that features a high-quality speaker system, a built-in Mi TV interface, and a high-tech ALPD 3.0 laser light source technology developed by Appotronics, which by the way, 90% of China’s laser projection movie theaters were supplied by them.

Next, the Ninebot Plus is a successor of the Ninebot mini. The plus model features a strengthened magnesium alloy chassis and can support weights up to 100kg. It can now move at the speed of 35km from a single charge and can be controlled by a remote control.  An optional Mi Ninebot Plus Camera can also be attached for taking photos.

As for the electronic toothbrush, this uses an ultrasonic technology that enables vibrations up to 31,000 times in a minute to clean your teeth. Its 700 mAh lithium battery can last at least 18 days on a single charge based on twice-a-day usage.

These aren’t coming to Malaysia, but you can import them. The in-home Mi Laser Projector sounds like a real treat for movie fans who like watching at home. Stay tuned for more Xiaomi news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi announces MIUI 6, coming in October 2014

Xiaomi has recently announced their MIUI 6 system for Android smartphones. Featuring a flatter design with pastel colours and stunning effects, the overall design is beautiful even if it is borrowing heavily from the latest iOS design. We won't say who is copying who exactly as even Apple has borrowed any number of features from other operating systems as well, but it isn't easy to make a beautiful copy of something beautiful, and for this Xiaomi should be commended. That being said, the overall interface is a lot more simple and should offer many more features for Xiaomi's smartphones and mobile devices in the future. For now, the MIUI 6 system is still under beta testing with a Developer build expected to arrive in early September 2014 while the final version is slated for October 2014. Do check out the Xiaomi MIUI 6 videos for yourself below:


Xiaomi announces MIUI 7, Redmi Note 2, Redmi Note 2 Prime and Mi Wi-Fi Nano

Xiaomi made several announcements recently which included the release of their latest update to their MIUI Android interface, MIUI 7. New features include face recognition in Gallery and much more with the official launching happening in India on 19 August 2015. The company also announced the official release of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 2 and Redmi Note 2 Prime from 799 CNY (RM503) and 999 CNY (RM628) respectively. Notable tech specs and features include the latest MediaTek Helio X10 processor, a 13MP rear camera with phase detection autofocus and an IR blaster remote control function. In related news, Xiaomi also announced their Mi Wi-Fi Nano PCB smart router for 79 CNY (RM49). No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet but we expect the Redmi Note 2 and Redmi Note 2 Prime to arrive in Malaysia soon. Check out the full tech specs and pics below:

“The MIUI R&D team is now 750-strong, and MIUI has crossed 150 million users over 156 countries and regions. We are taking MIUI to a new level with MIUI 7, which is designed for you, and aimed at making your smartphone your closest companion.” Lei Jun, Xiaomi CEO and co-founder


Xiaomi announces 'Make in India' initiative with India-manufactured Redmi 2 Prime smartphone

Hugo Barra, Vice President, Xiaomi Global and Honourable Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu unveling the India manufactured Redmi 2 Prime

Xiaomi recently announced that it will manufacture devices locally in India in support of the current 'Make in India' Initiative. Partnering with Foxconn Technology Group, this initiative has resulted in the announcement of the Xiaomi Redmi 2 Prime, a version of the Redmi 2 with 2GB RAM and 16GB storage for 6999 rupees (RM431) that is to be manufactured wholly in India. Other tech specs and features include a 64-bit Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 processor, 4.7-inch HD display and dual SIM 4G LTE connectivity. Production on the Redmi 2 Prime has already begun at the Sri City factory with units produced there to be sold in India. No Malaysia release dates yet for a Redmi 2 Prime here but it could eventually mean more affordable Xiaomi devices in the future. Here's what they had to say about it:

"Manufacturing smartphones locally is a significant step towards incorporating Xiaomi into the fabric of India in the years to come. Thanks to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s visionary plan to transform India into an attractive destination for manufacturing, we have a great opportunity to make our products in India, bringing us even closer to Indian consumers and contributing to India’s evolution in the technology sector. After taking into consideration several factors, manufacturing in Andhra Pradesh was an obvious choice for us. This has been possible due to the support of Chief Minister Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu and his forward thinking policies, as well as Mr. Ashok K Kantha, the Ambassador of India to China, who played a key role in helping us to forge links with Andhra Pradesh.” Hugo Barra, Vice President, Xiaomi Global

“We have great faith in young leaders and young companies like Xiaomi. These new generation companies and entrepreneurs will be key to the success of Andhra Pradesh and India. We are happy to partner with Xiaomi as they set up their first manufacturing unit in India, as part of the Make in India program. We believe this partnership will provide new opportunities to youth of the state and develop an electronics manufacturing ecosystem of global standards in Andhra Pradesh. We welcome Xiaomi to Sunrise Andhra Pradesh and India.” Shri Nara Chandrababu Naidu, Honourable Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh


Xiaomi announces Merdeka Day campaign, offers chance to win 55-inch Mi TV P1

Although Malaysians are spoiled by monthly sales these days, Merdeka Day will probably remain one of the holidays that will invite the biggest deals. Huawei, realme, Celcom, and MSI have all announced special deals for the month. Now, we get to add Xiaomi to the mix.

Xiaomi has named it "64th Merdeka with Mi", a campaign that allows Malaysians to enjoy special deals and get extra gifts when purchasing selected Xiaomi devices. For example, you can buy a Xiaomi Mi 10T Pro or Redmi Note 10S and get a mystery gift to go with it. Buying those models will also entitle you to discounts on a 20000mAh power bank or Mi True Wireless Earbuds Basic 2.

Besides the special deals, you can also enter a special giveaway when purchasing the selected Xiaomi products during the campaign period. The grand prize is a 55-inch Xiaomi Mi TV P1, followed by Touch 'n Go reload PINs worth RM1000 and RM500. You can check out the campaign site for more details about the giveaway.

Before we forget, the Redmi 10 is officially available today too. The new mid-range smartphone packs a Helio G88 chipset, up to 6GB of RAM, and up to 128GB of storage. It's also got a substantial 5000mAh battery, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a quad-camera (50MP+8MP+2MP+2MP) setup.

We can probably expect more brands to announce Merdeka Day deals very soon. Having said that, which brand or product are you hoping to see on discount this Merdeka? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Apple iPhone 6 officially announced, 4.7-inch display + 64-bit A8 processor + 8MP camera

In what has become the most leaked Apple iPhone to date, the Apple iPhone 6 has finally and officially been announced. Confirming most of the rumours, the Apple iPhone 6 will come in two versions, one with a 4.7-inch display and another with a 5.5-inch display. The 4.7-inch display version will be called the Apple iPhone 6. If you've seen the previously leaked dummy versions, not much has changed with the official iPhone 6. This means you get a 6.9mm thin metal chassis with rounded corners and sides. The most notable confirmed and unconfirmed features include the fact that it will not be using sapphire crystal glass, instead it will be using glass much like Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 was not named specifically). While the previous Apple iPhone 5S focused more on health, the newer focus for the iPhone 6 looks to be the camera as Apple are throwing in an image signal processor and faster auto-focus to help the still 8MP rear camera handle things. Notable new features of the Apple iPhone 6 include the following:Apple A8 with M8 co-processor ~ The new processor is still 64-bit but is is now up to 25 percent faster than the previous A7 while the new M8 coprocessor takes off more of a load on tracking health and positioning statistics from the main processor, making the main processor more energy efficient. The A8 chip is built using a 20nm fabrication process, allowing it to be even more energy efficient and powerful without taking up more space. Apple estimates it to be 50 percent more energy efficient than the previous A7 chip. No details yet on RAM or clock speed but it is estimated to be 1GB of RAM.

Graphics and Display ~ The graphics are even better than before and is 50 percent faster than the graphics in the A7, which works even better with Apple's Metal graphics technology allowing for more realistic looking games and graphics. The 4.7-inch display now offers a Retina HD display resolution of 1334 x 750 for a pixel density of 326ppi (the 4-inch display on the iPhone 5S had 640 x 1136 pixels and the same 326ppi). A better polarizer is built into the display for better visibility in sunlight, even with sunglasses on.

Camera ~ While the camera resolution has remained at 8MP with 1.5-micron pixels, f/2.2 aperture and dual tone flash, the camera now has a new image signal processor resulting in better and faster autofocus. This has resulted in video and camera features that include 1080p HD video recording at 60 fps, 240 fps slow motion video at 720p resolution and time-lapse video recording.

Connectivity ~ According to Apple, the new iPhone 6 offers more 4G LTE bands than any other smartphone. Unfortunately, you're limited to just 4G LTE Cat4 or 150Mbps but this is still plenty fast. There is also support for VoLTE, 802.11ac WiFi and Bluetooth LE for better overall connectivity.

Misc ~ The new Apple iPhone 6 is now available in 16GB, 32GB, 64GB and 128GB storage versions and comes packing with NFC. The TouchID fingerprint scanner remains in the Home button but a new barometer sensor can track changes in elevation so it will know when you're climbing instead of just walking. The Apple iPhone 6 will be available in gold, silver and space grey.

Still no Malaysia release dates yet but it is set for release starting from 19 September, with preorder beginning on 12 September. If we follow the previous Apple iPhone 5S release date the Apple iPhone 6 release should be in November 2014. Pricing is expected to go up to RM2500 for the 16GB version all the way up RM3300 for the 128GB version based on Singapore pricing.

Introducing the Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus

The Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus feature video

The Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus TV Ad

The Apple iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus Health TV ad


Xiaomi announces Mi Ecosystem sub-brand with IoT Mi Induction Heating Pressure Rice Cooker

Xiaomi recently announced their first Mi Ecosystem sub-brand device with the Mi Induction Heating Pressure Rice Cooker. Priced at RMB999 (RM606) the device is priced 40% lower than other brands and will be available 6 April 2016 on Mi.com in China. Like other Xiaomi devices, the rice cooker is connected to the Internet and you can set it to cook brown rice, crispy rice and even cakes from an app. No Malaysia release dates as another Internet of Things (IoT) device from Xiaomi joins their ranks, but we expect third-party sellers to have it available eventually.


Xiaomi announces Mi Note 2 with 5.7-inch dual curved edge 2K display, up to 6GB RAM and more from about RM1721

Xiaomi have officially announced their dual curved edge OLED display Mi Note 2 smartphone from 2799 CNY (RM1721) for 4GB RAM + 64GB storage, 3299 CNY (RM2029) for 6GB RAM + 128GB storage and 3499 CNY (RM2152) for 6GB RAM + 128GB storage global version. Available on pre-order in China starting from today, the Mi Note 2 features a front fingerprint sensor and a metal frame with curved 3D glass front and back design very much like the Samsung Galaxy S7 edge. It also has a 22.56MP rear camera with phase detection autofocus and dual-LED flash. There are no Malaysia release dates yet but we expect the global version to come to Malaysia soon.

Here are the pricing details for the Xiaomi Mi Note 2

Other notable tech specs include Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor and 4GB RAM or 6GB RAM options but for the full list check it out below:

All the 4G LTE bands that the Global version supports


Xiaomi announces RM 180 Mi Bunny – a wearable for kids

If you have a child in your life, and you want some semblance of security by monitoring him/her, Xiaomi just announced the cutest wearable yet – the Mi Bunny, a GPS-enabled wearable that you can strap onto your kid’s wrist and monitor them wherever they go, for only 299 Yuan (~RM180).

It supports both GPS and GLONASS standards, and comes with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built it. It has an SOS button that the kid can press and instantly alert the parents or guardians where they are, as well as a 7-second audio clip that will be sent straight to their smartphones. In China, it comes with a pre-paid SIM installed in the device so it can make quick calls – perhaps something similar can be done here?

Power is important to keep track the whereabouts of the kid, and the 300mAh battery inside will power the Mi Bunny for up to 6 days under standby according to Xiaomi. It even tells the time, with the built-in display on the front of the plastic housing.


Xiaomi announces Redmi 2A for RMB 599 (RM357) and more

In conjunction with their upcoming Mi Fan Festival on 8 April 2015, Xiaomi have also announced new products including the Xiaomi Redmi 2A for RMB 599 (RM357) but as an added bonus they will also cut this price down to RMB 499 (RM298) during the Mi Fan Festival. While the Redmi 2A shares the same 4.7-inch screen and looks as the Xiaomi Redmi 2, it will use a different processor and somewhat cut-down tech specs which you can see below. Xiaomi also announced the Mi Note Pink Edition smartphone along with the Mi TV 2 55”, Mi Power Strip and Mi Smart Scale. No news on Malaysia release dates or pricing for either the Redmi 2A or the Mi Note Pink Edition yet, but we don't think it will be available for the Mi Fan Festival here in Malaysia just yet.


Xiaomi announces Redmi 3s, with Snapdragon 430 and fingerprint scanner

Entering the every crowding affordable market is the new Xiaomi Redmi 3s, the update to their earlier Redmi 3. The overall design is about the same, but it now has a better processor (Snapdragon 430) and a fingerprint scanner – all from only CNY 699 (~RM 434).

The body of the Redmi 3s is largely unchanged from the previous model, apart from the presence of the fingerprint scanner – making it one of the few sub-RM500 phones to have one. The octa-core Snapdragon 430 will go a long way in reducing any performance lag in daily use.

There will be two memory options – 2GB of RAM and 16GB of internal storage, and 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage. Both models will have a 13-megapixel rear-camera with an aperture of f/2.0, a single LED flash and phase detection auto focus. On the front, there is a 5 megapixel, f/2.2 selfie cam. A 4,100 mAh battery still runs the show and you get the typical set of connectivity options, like 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.1, GPS + GLONASS.

For the 2GB/16GB combo, it will be priced at CNY 699 (~RM434) while the 3GB/32GB combo will be CNY 899 (~RM558). No news when it will be in Malaysia, but stay tuned to TechNave for availability info soon.


Xiaomi announces a new cooling technology called Loop LiquidCool

A cooling system is almost a must for flagships these days as they come with more and more powerful processors. Xiaomi has introduced a new cooling technology called Loop LiquidCool, which aims to improve basic heat pipes in two ways and double the cooling efficiency.

The Loop LiquidCool allows heat from the chipset to cause liquid to evaporate in the Evaporator segment, and hot gas will then travel down a pipe to cool in the Condenser before turning into liquid again. This liquid then goes to the Refill chamber that feeds the Evaporator, creating a cycle for effective cooling. Other than that, it also utilizes Tesla valves to ensure that the circulation goes the right way.

Xiaomi has replaced the original vapour chamber in Mix 4 with the Loop LiquidCool system. The result shows that the maximum temperature recorded was 47.7ºC, 8.6ºC cooler than an unmodified Mix 4, after a 30-minute session of Genshin Impact at 60 fps. The company also mentioned its flexibility in design as it can accommodate other components by changing its shape.

It looks like we'll have a new cooling system to complement the 200W fast charging in next-gen Xiaomi flagships. Are you excited about the arrival of those devices? Let us know by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech news.


Xiaomi announces pre-order for Mi Box 4S Pro for ~RM249

Looking to get a new Android TV box? If you're looking for something more futureproof, you may the new one from Xiaomi. The company has just announced that pre-orders for its latest Mi Box 4S Pro has started and you can get it for 399 yuan (~RM249).

The Mi Box 4S Pro is the successor of the Mi Box 4 Pro that was announced on Xiaomi's official Weibo recently. It's not a generational leap, but it does come with some improvements over its predecessor. Specifically, the new model packs 8K video decoding, allowing you to watch 8K content at 30fps. Of course, this is only useful once there are more 8K videos or movies available.

Besides the 8K decoding, the Mi Box 4S Pro also comes with 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, and supports HDMI 2.1. It'll also come with a Bluetooth remote control that supports voice commands. This will be convenient for the international variant of the device, as it's expected to support Android TV and Google Assistant.

With that said, what are your thoughts on 8K? Would you buy into the idea early or wait for more content to become available? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news on the latest gadgets.


Xiaomi announces smartphone connected Mi Air Purifier for 899RMB (RM505)

Xiaomi has just announced a new product in the market called the Mi Air Purifier. The device does exactly what it's name suggestsin that it sucks in polluted air to give out lung friendly air. It is extremely small but powerful enough to purify all of your air in the house. The Mi Air Purifier features two fans and four air ducts which can filter out 10000 liters of clean air per minute. Its inbuilt filter can remove 99.99% PM2.5 particles from the air. The PM2.5 particles are those which are below 2.5 micrometers in size. This category of particles contains things like soot, dust, smoke and even liquids which are not easy to filter out and can damage your lungs. This air purifier can come in handy for people who live in areas where air is polluted like Beijing and other parts of the world. You can control a number of aspects of the device as well as get alerts via your smartphone. It also displays the current air quality level. The Mi Air Purifier is currently available for pre-order in China for 899 RMB which comes to around RM505. As of now, Xiaomi has no plans to release it outside of China but eventually it could arive here with Xiaomi Malaysia.


Xiaomi announces solid-state battery tech that promises 20% improvement

Hot on the heels of HONOR who announced their silicon-carbon battery recently, Xiaomi have announced their new solid-state battery tech. According to them, it can achieve an energy density of over 1000Wh/L for an improvement of 20% compared to current lithium ion batteries.

It does this by using a solid electrolyte which is stronger and safer than liquid electrolytes. Xiaomi have tried it out in a Xiaomi 13 prototype which achieved improved energy endurance but they have no solid dates as to when we can expect solid state batteries in their commercial devices.

Considering that Xiaomi also has tablets, laptops and even portable vacuum cleaners it's certainly a technology that could see widespread use for Xiaomi. Would you like to see Xiaomi's solid state battery tech in this lifetime? We certainly would but battery advancements are often slow to be implemented so do keep this in mind. As always, stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news so we can keep you updated.


Xiaomi announces the Mi Notebook Air 4G

We have seen Xiaomi’s first entry into the notebook market with the Mi Notebook Air, which was released sometime early this year. While it is a great machine for its price, there was a glaring mistake if it is to be adopted by roadwarriors. Xiaomi did see this omission, and now has created a new model specifically for this market. The new Mi Notebook Air now comes with a built-in 4G radio right in the body.

The specifications are still around the same. The 12.5-inch device is just 14.8mm thick and only weighs in at 1.07kg but this comes at a price - Xiaomi opted to go for lightness and portability so they only fitted a Core M family processor in this machine. The 13.3-inch notebook is slightly heavier at 1.28kg, but it comes with an Intel Core i5-6200U CPU, an NVidia 940MX GPU and 8GB DDR4 RAM.

The 12.5” notebook costs 4699 CNY or about RM 3029 while it’s bigger sibling is priced at 6999 CNY or about RM 4512 with the data plan included courtesy of China Mobile. No news if these models will come overseas so stay tuned to TechNave for more news on the new Xiaomi Mi Notebook Air 4G.


Apple iPhone 6 unboxing video

The Apple iPhone 6 remains one of the worlds most wanted smartphones even here in Malaysia. The 6.9mm thin smartphone is also one of the first Apple smartphones to have a display larger than 4-inches with features and tech specs on par with any other flagship smartphone. If you've been wondering what the Malaysia local priced version will get you then check out our unboxing video of the 64GB Apple iPhone 6. As expected of such a premium device, the insides are also fairly premium but do check out our unboxing video for yourself below:

Check out our TechNave.com Apple iPhone 6 unboxing video


Xiaomi announces the launch of the Mi Play priced at RMB1099(~RM664) and it comes with free 10GB of data in China

Xiaomi has recently announced the launch of the Mi Play in China for the price of RMB1099(~RM664) and it comes equipped with a MediaTek Helio P35 chipset, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of internal storage, dual camera rear, 8MP front-facing selfie camera, 5.84-inch display with a screen resolution of 2280 x 1080 pixels and it is powered by a 3000mAh non-removable battery.

Other than that, the main selling point for the phone is that Xiaomi will be offering free 4G data of up to 10GB a month for an entire year. However, based on GSMArena.com’s statement, it is unsure whether there are any terms and conditions to abide to in order to receive the free data. Do take note that is there is no news on when the Mi Play will be sold outside of China and I highly doubt that Xiaomi will also offer free data. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi announces three-year OS updates and four-year security updates for new flagships

Xiaomi has now joined forces by providing its smartphones with more years of support for OS updates. The company announces that two of its latest flagship models, Xiaomi 11T and 11T Pro, will be getting three years of Android OS updates along with four years of security updates.

Samsung was the first smartphone company to announce that it would offer three years of Android OS updates for its phones last year. After that, OnePlus had also jumped on the bandwagon by extending the period for some of its flagships.

However, unlike Samsung, Xiaomi and OnePlus are not doing it for many models but only a few. According to Xiaomi, it will "evaluate the possibility of bringing the extended Android system and security upgrades services" to more devices in the future, but also noting that "it is not a simple task". Therefore, it's better not to be hopeful about your current Xiaomi smartphones getting the extension.

For your information, the Xiaomi 11T series will be launching on 15 September, and we can't wait to see the upgrades that the devices are bringing! Leave a comment to let us know your opinion about smartphone companies extending the period for the updates and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


Xiaomi applied a patent for a Sound Charging Technology concept

Xiaomi is indeed on a roll here. First, they unveiled a new Mi Air Charge and then a new 200W HyperCharge technology this year, now they have just applied for a new patent about a new sound charging technology at the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA).

So yes, Xiaomi has been working on a new type of charging that charges through sound and it is exactly what you think. But how does that work? From the CNIPA, the document image below shows a sound charging device, an energy storage device as well as an electronic device (presumably a phone). For the sound charging device, it includes some energy conversion and power conversion function to convert it from environmental to mechanical vibration.

The energy conversion first becomes an alternate current (AC) which becomes converted again to direct current (DC) via the power conversion. With this, it is theoretically possible for this charging technology to charge up a smartphone as well as other gadgets without any power sockets. That sounds quite intriguing but do keep in mind that even though it has been patented, it doesn't mean the technology will see the light of the tunnel.

But what do you think of this technology? Is it practical or something that you can see yourself using? let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Xiaomi asking fans if they want a 4-inch smartphone or not

If you haven't heard, Xiaomi is apparently running a poll on Weibo right now asking fans if they would like a 4-inch display smartphone or not. The poll has not ended yet, but within 12 hours the opinion is almost evenly split with the majority preferring a bigger smartphone as opposed to the 4-inch version.

A little history lesson here, there was one time that we thought Xiaomi would be introducing a smaller Mi 5s before the phone made the debut a few weeks back, rumours back then were about the smaller phone -  dubbed as the Xiaomi Small featuring NFC and Xiaomi Mi Pay, other than that, information was scarce. On the other hand, according to Xiaomi CEO Lei Jun, the only Xiaomi product left for this year is the Mi Note 2 and he's making himself involved with the overall design as well. While we won't be seeing a 4-inch Mi Note 2 (lol, that's just crazy), but don't be surprised if the 4-inch Xiaomi phone will appear alongside with it.

If you're interested in the poll, you can take a visit to their website here to check it out. The poll is still on-going with 6 days left, and who knows, maybe your vote can make a difference.


Xiaomi backed Black Shark gaming smartphone is officially unveiled from ~RM1854, no 120hz display?

The much anticipated Black Shark gaming smartphone, backed by Xiaomi has been unveiled officially in Beijing, China alongside the company's first gaming laptop. While there were several leaks that teased a 120hz refresh rate display but it turns out that it will only pack in a 5.99-inch 18:9 aspect ratio 60hz display with FHD+ resolution (2160 x 1080 pixels).

Other noteworthy tech specs include a liquid cooled Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 processor with options for the 8GB RAM + 128GB storage version for 3499 CNY (~RM2163) and a 6GB RAM + 64GB storage version going for 2999 CNY (~RM1854). Other features include a gaming oriented mic and dedicated Shark button for a performance turbo boost.

It will also have a dual 12MP + 20MP rear camera, 20MP selfie camera and lastly an internal 4000mAh battery and running on an Android 8.1 Oreo operating system. Black Shark also released their own "plug and play" gamepad which was claimed to last up to 30 hours of gaming on a single charge due to a built-in 340 mAh battery. The controller itself will be sold seperately at a retail price of 179 Yuan (~RM110). No Malaysia release date or pricing details yet, so stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Xiaomi-backed Blackshark gaming smartphone takes shape + Xiaomi Mi 7 teased with in-display fingerprint scanner

The official teaser image of the potential Razer Phone rival, the Blackshark gaming smartphone has been released showcasing a part of the physical phone itself, particularly the side where the power button is located.

There is little to be known regarding tech specs of the device but rumours have been going around that it will house the Snapdragon 845 along with 8GB of RAM and lastly, 256GB internal storage. Similar to the Razer Phone, the Blackshark gaming smartphone's display has a refresh rate of up to 120hz which is equivalent to 120 frames-per-second which also translates to buttery-smooth animations and gameplay.

In-display fingerprint mock up by XDA Developers

On a less gaming-related note, Xiaomi Mi 7 will feature an in-display fingerprint scanner as confirmed by CEO Lei Jun on Weibo. XDA Developers further backed this confirmation by digging around through the MIUI source code to find lines of codes relating to the feature mentioned. Personally I'm excited because Xiaomi ships their mobile devices to South East Asia, including Malaysia. As usual, take every rumour with a grain of salt and stay tuned to TechNave.com to keep up with latest news including the devices mentioned above.


Xiaomi backed Ninebot buys Segway, Xiaomi Mi Way coming soon?

Ninebot, an intelligent short-distance transportation company recently announced that they had acquired Segway with $80 million Series A financing from investors that included Xiaomi Technology, Sequoia Capital and Shunwei Foundation. This means that asides from smartphones, power banks, power strips, smart air filters and more, Xiaomi could soon have Segway-like personal transportation devices in their arsenal as well. No news on exact pricing or a specific Malaysia release date, but it should be as affordable as their other device offerings. We look forward to seeing more of such devices coming to Malaysia.

“This strategic alliance is a milestone for Ninebot and Segway. After establishing the alliance, the company will widely apply a series of technologies into its future products, covering electric driving, mobile internet and man-machine interaction. This combination creates great opportunities for the development of the short-distance transportation industry. We believe that this alliance will promote the short-distance transportation industry to develop and grow on the intelligent mobile robot platform. The alliance of our well-known brands will provide more convenient and environmentally-friendly travelling solutions for customers.” Gao Lufeng, Ninebot founder and CEO

“In the past few years, intelligent hardware has rapidly developed in our increasingly connected world. The strategic alliance with Ninebot will enable us to provide more intelligent and valuable products for our customers. We are fully confident about our future.” Rod Keller, Segway President


Xiaomi becomes second biggest smartphone company in Q2 2021

If you're wondering how smartphone brands are doing these days, the answer is as always - it depends. Some companies have not been doing as well as they'd like, while others have flourished despite the pandemic. Xiaomi is definitely in the second category for Q2 2021.

According to Canalys, Xiaomi has become the second biggest company in terms of smartphone sales in Q2 2021. The company saw a massive 83% growth compared to Q2 2020, allowing it to take 17% of the smartphone market share. It's currently ahead of Apple by 3% and just 2% behind market leader Samsung.

Canalys suggests that Xiaomi is now firmly in the incumbent category, and no longer just a challenger to the likes of Samsung and Apple. The company is still more focused on products for the mass market. But Canalys believes that the company's priority would be to launch more high-end devices to compete in the top end.

There are plenty of brands that are adopting the same strategy, so it'll be interesting to see what Xiaomi will do to stay on top. Having said that, have you bought any Xiaomi devices in recent months? Let us know what you think of them in the comments! Also, stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Xiaomi begins their own first Mijia handheld ironing machine crowdfunding project for ~RM60

At this point, Xiaomi have come up with so many hardware products that nothing really surprised us anymore. In their latest project, it seems that the company have started crowdfunding for a new Mijia handheld ironing machine. The cost? 99 Yuan only (~RM60).

To note, this is actually Xiaomi's first ironing machine together with Mijia. From the design perspective, it looks really sleek with a minimalist style and you won't even guess it's an ironing tool at first glance (I thought it looked more like a microphone lol). Anyway, you can see that the back design is where the 160ml water tank is which can be detached to add some water. As for the head, it features an aluminium die-casting panel with thermal conductivity, which can go up to 120°C high-temperature steam.

According to Xiaomi, it can achieve 99.9% sterilization and dustmite removal around a minute, as well as using just 30 seconds to warm up thanks to the micro-supercharging technology to release 120kPa of 120 ℃ steam. To avoid high-temperature heat damage, this is where the front head aluminium die-casting panel comes in to vaporize the high-temperature steam by adopting 130℃ on it.

Honestly, if I was going to buy a new ironing machine, I'd definitely go for this one because it's really affordable and simplistic. But what about you? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.