Telegram now comes with encrypted video calling and new animated Emojis

It's inevitable that every messaging platform would want a video call service. This is especially true with many companies still allowing employees to work from home. Now, it seems like Telegram has jumped on the bandwagon by adding video calls to its platform.

While not a commonly used app in Malaysia, Telegram has over 400 million users globally who now get to enjoy fast and encrypted video calls on both the Android and iOS version of the app. Video calls can be initiate via the profile page of the person you want to contact and you can switch video on or off at any time during voice calls too. Picture-in-picture mode is also supported, so you can still check your chat while taking a video call.

Besides video calls, Telegram also added more animated Emojis. In case you're not familiar with Telegra, it works by sending the corresponding Emoji in chat and would automatically be animated. Whatsapp still doesn't have animated Emojis, so that's one advantage that Telegram has.

Having said that, are any of you Telegram users? If you are, why did you choose to use it? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news like this.


Telegram now has group video calls and animated backgrounds

Due to WhatsApp's new privacy policy, many users have been moving to other messaging apps. We even wrote a short article introducing some other alternatives you could use. If you are considering Telegram, the app has just gotten a major update.

Telegram has recently added group video calls to its mobile app. For group video calls, access is available to the first 30 people who join the call. During group calls, you can also share your screen, which could be useful if you want to do presentations via your phone. The new features can be accessed from both phones and tablets, with noise suppression to keep your audio calls crisp and clear.

For something a bit fancy, there's also the newly added animated background for chats. What's great is that you can create your own custom background and share it, so that's nice if you have a creative streak. There are also some light animations for chat now, allowing messages or emojis to seamlessly appear on the screen. Telegram has promised that these won't affect your battery endurance either.

These days, Telegram has become a great alternative to WhatsApp. But what do you think about the messaging app so far? Share your thoughts in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Telegram now supports group video call up to 1000 viewers, screen sharing, and more

Earlier today, Telegram has announced that the app now supports group video calls with up to 1000 viewers, screen sharing with sound, and the ability to tweak video playback speed. In addition to that, up to 30 participants can broadcast their camera in the group video call as well.

Furthermore, it is possible to send a much higher resolution quick video message simply by tapping and holding onto the camera icon. On another note, Telegram also added that they’ve included an option to automatically delete messages after a month, which is great for those who value their privacy.

If you want to find out more, head over to Telegram’s official website. What are your thoughts about all the features mentioned above? Let us know and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Telegram plans to launch its subscription service for exclusive features

Subscription plans are becoming more and more popular among social media tools. If users wanted to use some exclusive features, they would have to pay, and it's as simple as that. With that said, Telegram might be planning to launch a subscription plan of its own, but the features offered are still vague for now.

The Telegram Beta community had discovered a Telegram Premium subscription service in version 8.7.2 of the iOS app. Not only that, but the Android version is most likely to receive the same treatment as well. Currently, features such as extra stickers and exclusive reactions are known to be included. Therefore, we bet that the company has more up its sleeves, as those mentioned features might not be that attractive enough for users to whip out their wallets.

It's worth mentioning that Telegram is currently the most popular messenging platform in Russia. MegaFon reports that it has garnered about 72 million people. The possible reason for such huge popularity in the country could be that other messaging platforms have a series of restrictions, so it's able to stand out among them at these times.

What do you think about the news? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


Telegram releases several new features including Reactions before 2021 ends

Telegram just released a bunch of new features before the year ends. Not only it has brought reactions to chats, but the messaging platform has also presented some interesting ones such as Spoiler and QR code customization. Now, let's find out how they will work in action!

If you've used the reactions on Facebook Messenger, this new one from Telegram will not be a stranger to you. The difference is that in Telegram, you press and hold on iOS for the reaction emoji picker and tap once on Android. On both platforms, double-tapping a message sends a quick thumbs-up reaction. If you're not a fan of the default emoji, you can even set one yourself.

Furthermore, there's Spoiler formatting that lets you hide spoilers. This is a nice one for those who've been dodging anything from the Spider-Man: No Way Home. To remove those things that you don't want to know, you can just select the spoiler-infested part of your message and mark it as such. They will then be hidden from the messages in the chat, as well as in the chat list and in notifications.

Lastly, there is also a new dedicated translate button alongside a QR code customization for users to explore. The former is self-explanatory, which translate messages, while the latter allows you to theme the QR code for your (or someone else's) profile, by choosing the colours and pattern.

Oops, how can we miss this one! Some emojis will now become interactive - like the snowflake, for example. Sending this will make it snow on the screen. Start sending them now and see how they work! Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more apps' new updates.


Telegram responds why they are not cooperating with the Communications and Digital Ministry

Back in March, the Ministry of Communications and Digital (KKD) wanted to meet up with Telegram regarding issues of spreading pornography, hate groups, scams and others. Telegram didn't bother, though, but here's the real reason why the company refused to cooperate with KKD.

According to the New Straits Times, a Telegram spokesperson told the media that the social messaging company simply does not want to participate in "any form of political censorship". Furthermore, the spokesperson also said Telegram has been moderating harmful content for a long time, including the aforementioned issues above.

On top of that, Telegram users can also report the chat group within the app or through [email protected] via email if the content breaches its terms and conditions. Since Telegram is staying away from politics, Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil also mentioned that the Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) will prepare the next course of action.


Telegram to finally meet with Comms Ministry and MCMC tomorrow

Previously, we reported that the Malaysian Communication and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) is weighing its options with Telegram, including blocking the platform. This is after the platform refused to meet with the commission as well as the Ministry of Communications and Digital (KKD) regarding issues of spreading pornography, hate groups, scams and others.

Well, It seems that the disagreement may resolve soon as the former has finally agreed to meet with MCMC and KKD. As reported by Malaysiakini, the meeting was confirmed by KKD Minister Fahmi Fadzil after being queried by the press.

Back in March, Fahmi announced that his ministry would be grilling Telegram over scammers and other public security issues on the platform. Since then, KKD had also held discussions with other social media platform operators such as Meta and TikTok regarding the same issues.

However, Telegram had refused to cooperate with KKD and MCMC, stressing that it doesn’t want to participate in “any form of political censorship”. A Telegram spokesperson also iterated that the platform has been moderating harmful content for a long time, including the aforementioned issues above.

It is uncertain why the platform has now changed its mind about cooperation with KKD and MCMC. Well, let’s hope that the meeting tomorrow would be beneficial to end users in Malaysia.

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


Telegram will feature group video calls by end of this year

Based on a statement by androidheadlines, it seems that Telegram could be introducing a launching a new feature which allows users to have group video calls with other Telegram users. While not much is known in regards to the exact release date of the aforementioned feature, we do know that it will most likely be more secured compared to their competitors.

In terms of the release date, the source mentioned that the secure group video call feature will most likely be available to the public somewhere around Q4 of 2020. With all that said, what are your thoughts on Telegram hopping on the group video call bandwagon? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Telegram will finally work with MCMC & PDRM to tackle cybercrime

Yesterday, Telegram finally met up with the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and the Ministry of Communications and Digital. In conclusion, it was reported that Telegram will be working closely with the Malaysian government as well as the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) to tackle cybercrime.

The news was confirmed by Communications and Digital Minister Fahmi Fadzil himself after a meeting with Telegram was held at the Bukit Aman PDRM Headquarters. During the meeting, MCMC Chairman Tan Sri Salim Fateh Din, Inspector General of Police Tan Sri Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani, Director of Criminal Investigation Department Datuk Seri Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay and several top PDRM officers were present as well.

Fahmi told the news reporters that during the long-hour meeting, he presented to Telegram various criminal cases conducted on the platform. This includes scam pages, pornography, and other online crimes. He also conveyed a firm view regarding the importance of Telegram and any social platforms that must comply with and obey Malaysian laws.

According to Fahmi, Malaysians have suffered a heavy loss from various fraud scamming activities through Telegram, amounting to a total amount of RM45 million from January 2022 to May 2023. This is one of the reasons that prompted the Malaysian government to take action and want to discuss with Telegram on this matter.


Telekom Malaysia reduced upload speed of 500Mbps plan by half

Based on a statement by user Wang Mat on SoyaCincau’s website, it seems that Telekom Malaysia recently reduced the upload of the 500Mbps plan (which is priced at RM249 a month) by half, down to 100Mbps. Telekom Malaysia mentioned, that the initial 200Mbps that was stated in the plan a while back was a mistake and the upload speed was actually 100Mbps.

The weird thing is, if you were to click on the first advertised link on Google, you’ll see on Unifi’s website that they offer 500Mbps download speed and 200Mbps upload speed for the price of RM249 a month. However, if you access Unifi’s website directly and check the plans from there, the 500Mbps plan only offers 100Mbps, which could confuse potential customers.

With that said, if the 200Mbps upload speed was a mistake, why was it not corrected because it was advertised on Google? What do you think? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple Watch Series 7 set to have larger sizes

Apple's big event is just around the corner, and we'll soon get the new iPhone 13 series and Watch Series 7. The company has done well to prevent leaks, so not much of its new devices are known yet. However, we do have new info about the new Watch Series 7.

According to Mark Gurman (via MacRumors), the Apple Watch Series 7 will come in slightly larger sizes than before. While last year's Watch Series 6 came in 40 and 44mm sizes, this year's model will have larger 41mm and 45mm sizes. The new model is expected to have a larger display, so an increased size will help fit the new panel. Apple is also expected to release new watch faces that suit the larger screen.

Besides the above, previous rumours have provided other details about the upcoming Apple smartwatch. For instance, sources have confirmed that the new model will be redesigned, making the sides and screen flat. It could also come with sensors to measure blood sugar and alcohol levels, a larger battery, and a new rugged casing. Mind you, nothing has been confirmed so take the above with a grain of salt.

The Apple Watch Series 7 is clearly getting quite a few upgrades, but what do you think of the reveals so far? Are you tempted to get one for yourself? Do leave us a comment on our Facebook page, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates on this.


Telenor Youth Forum 2016 recruitment officially opens in Malaysia

The participants of Telenor Youth Forum Asia 2016 that was held recently inBangkok, Thailand

Digi Telecommunications Sdn Bhd (Digi) today calls for Malaysian youth leaders active in social change to apply for its annual Telenor Youth Forum (TYF). The company is searching for two inspiring youths to join young opinion leaders from 13 of Telenor’s markets across Asia and Europe including Digi - to tackle social challenges through the use of digital solutions under this year’s theme, “Digitalisation for Peace”.

Run in partnership with the Nobel Peace Center, the Telenor Youth Forum is a year-long commitment that begins in Oslo, Norway from December 8 to 11, 2016, and is timed to coincide with the Nobel Peace Prize festivities. The 26 young delegates will work in teams on their assigned challenges, aiming to create engagement, awareness, understanding and ultimately peace. They will meet again in May 2017, in Bangkok to continue their journey. The culmination of their commitment to the program will be the unveiling of a digital exhibition in collaboration with the Nobel Peace Center in 2017.

Philip Ling, Digi’s Programme Manager for Sustainability said, “Telenor Youth Forum provides our youth the opportunity to create change that can bring positive impact to the world. Coming from a generation of digital natives, I believe our youth have the advantage of understanding how the mobile internet can work best in our aspiration for a better world for all. This year, we are challenging Malaysian youths to use the technology as the key ingredient in the recipe for peace. If you are a youth, passionate about world peace and believe that you are able to create dialogue and engagement around a social issue and to make an impact with the use of digital solutions, we encourage you to apply.”

The call for participation for this year’s TYF follows the conclusion of the Telenor Youth Forum Asia (TYFA), a two-day forum that was held recently in Bangkok, Thailand attended by the Asian alumni of the Forum from the past three years. Also organised by the Telenor Group, the forum saw 29 delegates explore, discuss and develop solutions to some of the most daunting challenges facing Asia’s youth including how to fight youth joblessness, get more girls into schools, educate young labourers, break the taboo of mental health, and engage youth in the national dialogue.

Passionate Malaysian youths who represented Malaysia at Telenor Youth Forumfor the past 3 years

A multinational team consisted of six delegates including a Malaysian youth, Yong Wei Shian was recognised for its winning solution to address joblessness among youth. The team proposed the development of an online portal that partner with industries and the government to leverage on macroeconomics to forecast future job trends and opportunities in order to address both current joblessness and prevent future unemployment by helping young people make informed career choices and explore future occupations.

The portal also aims to assess the young people’s existing competencies and provide relevant capacity building resources and online learning courses to close the skill gaps. Yong with his team members will be going to Oslo, Norway, as mentors in the upcoming global Telenor Youth Forum 2016.

To be a part of TYF2016 and make the world a better place, visit DiGi's website and apply by 5 August 2016. The two winners will be selected and announced in October 2016. For more information visit www.telenor.com/youthforum/.


Telenor announces Malaysian team from Digi winners of employee innovation program

Eight winning teams for Telenor's Ignite Incubator, the global telcos'first intrapreneurship programme focused on sparking innovation internally

A few hours ago, Telenor Group has selected eight digital product and service ideas from its employee innovation initiative Ignite, for a three-month incubator program to build internal startups. One of these winning ideas emerged from a group of three Digizens, namely Chia Weng Yan, Lee Leong Tat and Ian Yap Vern-Choong, have come up with a way to deal with your apartment's management office digitally, the app is called Alfred.

Named after Batman’s famous butler Alfred, their idea focuses on an app that makes it hassle-free by digitising how you pay your monthly apartment service charges, check-in guests, book facilities, lodge complaints, receive resident information and more.

Digi employees Lee Leong Tat, Chia Weng Yan and Ian Yap holding up theirgolden ticket for the Ignite Incubator. Beginning September, the winning team fromDigi will spend the three months at a startup incubator in Bangkok, Dhaka or Oslo tobuild their idea into a testable prototype or minimum viable product

“In many cases, dealing with property management has always been a highly manual process. We believe it’s time to leverage on the technology we use every day – our smart devices and connectivity - to bring convenience to home owners everywhere. It’s an idea that is globally applicable and we hope to benefit as many people as we can with Alfred. I can’t wait to get started in the incubator and receive hands-on experience working as an intrapreneur,” said Chia Weng Yan, founder of Alfred.

From more than 500 applications, 30 teams from ten countries were shortlisted and pitched for a place in the incubator at an event in Bangkok last week. Ideas selected to the next stage range from payment solutions and tuition apps to a system for identity verification for worry-free online transactions.

“Some of the most successful global companies not only empower their employees and facilitate innovation but have seen some of their best products and services emerge from within their walls. The Ignite Incubator is part of our drive to stimulate further innovation internally, fashioned after the work we do with startup communities. I’m extremely proud to see the many solid ideas Digizens have put forward in this intrapreneurship programme - some of which we could potentially pick-up locally - and that we will see one of our teams push ahead and establish their own startup,” said, Albern Murty, Digi’s Chief Executive Officer.

“Our minds are set on taking an exciting, relevant position in the digital lives of our customers. With the Ignite program, we encourage employees to come forward with their ideas for engaging, mass market digital products with the potential of global success. I congratulate the eight winning teams and dedicate my support to their continued journey to develop their business plans and prototype their products,” said Sigve Brekke, Telenor Group President & CEO.

From September, the eight winning teams will join incubators located at the dtac Hangar in Bangkok, Startup lab in Oslo or Grameenphone Accelerator in Dhaka, to develop their ideas into testable prototypes. Their day jobs will be kept open and they will receive the normal salary during the three month period.

“This is a unique and relatively risk free opportunity for eager internal entrepreneurs to develop and test great ideas for a digital products that can leverage on Telenor Group’s scale, expertise and technology. I’m very impressed with the level of ideas received and the engagement across all of our 13 markets, with almost a thousand employees wanting to become Telenor “intrapreneurs,” says Gunnar Sellæg, Telenor Group Chief Product & Innovation Officer.

Digi employees Ian Yap, Chia Weng Yan and Lee Leong Tat pitching their ideaat the Ignite Incubator pitch day in Bangkok last week

Successful pilots following the incubator period will be given resources to develop into a product to impact the societies in which Telenor operates, and that millions of our customers will use in their daily digital lives.

In December the selection panel and Telenor Group senior management will decide which should be developed further, either internally in one of Telenor’s 13 companies or at Group-level, or potentially spun out as an external company.


Tenaga Nasional Berhad(TNB) is offering up to 15% of electricity bill discounts from 1 April to September 2020!

The electricity consumption will increase dramatically during these 14 days due to the movement control restriction. This will cause a massive increase in electricity bills that burdens on the people. Tenaga Nasional Berhad(TNB) foresees this issue and announced a six-month discount on electricity bills from 1 April to September 2020.

Energy and Natural Resources Minister Datuk Dr. Shamsul Anuar Nasarah mentioned a 2% deduction will be given to the people and a 15% deduction will be given to 6  selected business sectors under the Trade Tariff category. The 10,000 accounts in the 6 business sectors eligible for the bill cuts will include hotel operators, travel and tourism agencies, convention centers, theme parks, local airline offices, and shopping complexes.

He also mentioned the domestic or residential category users would enjoy a 2% discount on the electricity bill from 1 April to September 2020. This will add up to be a total of 8% discount for the electric consumption for the domestic users as the current 6% discount is still effective until 30 June 2020. This electricity bill discount is part of the government's announced Economic Stimulus Package to reduce the impact caused by the Covid-19 outbreak.With that said, you won’t have to worry about the drastic increase in your electricity bills while you are working or enjoying your Netflix at home during this movement control restriction period. So will this help ease out your pocket? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more local news on TechNave.com!


Tenaga Nasional Berhad(TNB) is taking proactive measures at their headquarters and all branches nationwide!

Malaysia has gone up to 129 confirmed Covid-19 cases since yesterday. As of now, proactive measures are taken seriously within the corporate buildings and shopping malls. Tenaga Nasional Berhad(TNB) has rolled out proactive measures at their Headquarters in Jalan Bangsar, Wisma TNB Jalan Timur, Petaling Jaya, and all branches nationwide.

Chief Officer Datuk Wira Roslan Ab Rahman mentioned in the statement that the disinfection process and cleaning of the office environment took place on March 7 and 8 as the company aims to ensure all employees and visitors feel confident about the safety and cleanliness of TNB offices. Besides, health screening and body temperature monitoring for employees and visitors at all TNB offices are conducted to prevent the spread of Covid-19 since last week.

He also said that officials of Kedai Tenaga that deal with customers are provided with face masks, liquid disinfectants on the premises for the employees and customers as well as cleaning of door handles, counters and payment kiosks three times a day using liquid disinfectants at Kedai Tenaga.With that said, do take proactive measures seriously to reduce the risk of infection from the Covid-19. Stay tuned for more local news updates on TechNave.com!


Tencent Games reveals tech demo of SYN, an open-world FPS with a cyberpunk theme

The strong interest that gamers have in Cyberpunk 2077 may be causing other game developers to want to revisit this theme. That seems to be the case with Tencent Games, which has just revealed a new cyberpunk-themed tech demo developed by Lightspeed and Quantum Studios.

According to the trailer, the game is developed in Unreal Engine and is an open-world first-person shooter. It was also confirmed the demo is for both PC and consoles. In the short video, the developer mentioned how players can choose to play as one of three factions, the corresponding faction cybernetic pet, and a rather robust character customisation system.

It's quite odd to hear the developers say that the tech demo is for a "globally marketed PC and console open-world first-person shooter game". Tech demos are usually just that, demos made to showcase what a developer can do. But in this case, it sounds like Lightspeed and Quantum Studios plan to turn this into an actual game.

Of course, we can't confirm if this is the case, but it would be great this come to fruition. With that said, what are your thoughts on the tech demo for SYN? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Tencent QQ Watch launches in Malaysia for RM499, packs GPS, WiFi, Calls, WeChat and more

Tencent recently launched their Tencent QQ Watch for Malaysian kids (and worried parents) for RM499 (for a 1 month promotional price, after which it will be RM569). The smartwatch is a standalone device in that it can make calls, chat, take pictures and track the GPS location without needing a connected smartphone. Made using colourful anti-static food grade silica gel, the QQ watch is IP65 dust and water resistant so it can take sweat, rain or spills with ease. It is currently being distributed by Sibyl World and Ideal Vision Distribution and will soon appear at Popular book stores and Watsons stores.

Here are the Tencent QQ watch tech specs:

Tencent says that more kid friendly products and devices in the coming months with a nation-wide road show about child safety.


Tencent announces collaboration with Black Shark to in developing new gaming phones

The mobile games industry is a lucrative market, one that Tencent has dived into wholeheartedly. With games like PUBG: Mobile and Arena of Valor in Tencent Games' stable, it was perhaps only time before the company decided to have its own branded gaming phone. In fact, the company has announced that it has enlisted the help of Black Shark to create such devices.

According to a post on Weibo, Black Shark will be aiding Tencent Games in both the hardware and software side. Specifically, the idea is to create new features and functions for the games through the use of Black Shark's expertise in the two areas. As for Tencent Games, the company's role is likely in adjusting its games to be optimised on the device that Black Shark will produce.

Due to that, it's possible that the results of this collaboration can be found in Black Shark's next gaming phone - the Black Shark 3. This is a device that we know a bit of, thanks to the various leaks lately. In terms of tech specs, it's expected to be powered by a Snapdragon 865 chipset, 16GB of RAM, and a 4700 mAh battery. It should also feature a 2K display (2560 × 1440) that has a refresh rate of up to 120Hz.

What this collaboration results in still remains to be seen but it should be an interesting one, considering the two companies in charge. That said, what would you like to see come from this collaboration? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Tencent employees are selling the Huawei Mate Xs after receiving them as gifts up to ~RM12,562

In the land of China, it was reported that 10,000 Tencent Holdings employees got a sweet gift - the Huawei Mate Xs. However, we also learn that not too long after that, the foldable phones started popping up at online stores on sale.

According to SCMP.com, there were many descriptions similar to “Company gift, completely new real product!” appearing on a few second-hand and third-party online stores. The price listed was about 2.5x higher than the original price and the highest that they found was 20,500 Yuan on JD.com. In comparison, that's about ~RM12,562 and our local set is RM11,111. The original starting price in China was sold for 16,999 Yuan (~RM10,417).

One might be quick to assume that the employees are dismissing the Mate Xs to make a quick buck but that's only part of the reason. SCMP reported that the foldable phones are hard to find ever since its debut in March as it was sold out quickly. Also, the Tencent employees who got their gift is a second anniversary for their Platform and Content Group (PCG) department. This just happened before 1 October which is China's National Day.

Well, can't really blame them as there is still a market demand for the Huawei Mate Xs. Personally, I would sell it online as well to get some extra cash (and also, there's no GMS lol). Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Tencent is limiting mobile gaming hours for minors with facial recognition

When it comes to gaming, we know how addicting it can be especially during this pandemic period. We also know how common (and sometimes annoying) is to have your parents nagging you to sleep and Tencent is taking this on another level. In China, the company launched a facial recognition software system that will lock selected mobile games from 10 PM until 8 AM.

According to sources, this initiative is under the Chinese government's anti-addiction bill and to prevent minors from playing mobile games too late in the night. The facial recognition software is said to detect children and teenagers that are 18 years old and below. How does it know if the person is below that age? Well, unsurprisingly, the software is connected to the central public security system data from the government.

With that said, every player would now need to register their real names and ID numbers before playing a mobile game by Tencent. So far, mobile games Honor of Kings (a.k.a. Arena of Valor globally) and Peacekeeper have integrated the software. Tencent intends to do so over 60 mobile game titles in their catalogue.

Personally, this level of control seems too extreme. But what do you think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Tencent may be working on their own gaming console that looks like a Nintendo Switch

As most Asian mobile gamers know, Tencent is one of the biggest companies that produce popular mobile game apps such as PUBG Mobile, Call of Duty Mobile, Mobile Legends Bang Bang and many more. The company have also recently caught out attention that they are planning to build their own handheld gaming console that's similar to the Nintendo Switch.

According to sources, they have been granted a patent for the handheld game console design on 19 March. It was filed in October last year under the publication number CN306392452S and from the list below, one of the keywords say "portable handheld device". The design images also showed up which looks like a fat Switch version.

If you look closely at the fat Switch patent design image (cover header), you can see a Window 10 logo on the left side. Should they go through with this, it's quite likely to be compatible with PC games or perhaps allowing games on the console to be played on the PC. Tencent also has another design that looks much thinner and supports Type C port charging.

It would be really interesting to see how they would enter the console gaming market, as they don't have that much experience in hardware as opposed to software. But what do you folks think? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Apple Watch Series 8 and SE Malaysia release: New Temperature Sensor and Crash Detection from RM1199

Apple during its Far Out event today launched a slew of new products, including a refresh to the world’s best-selling smartwatch for 7 years running, the Apple Watch. These include the new Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch SE and for the first time ever, the Apple Watch Ultra which we are covering in a separate article here.

First up, the most notable new feature of the Watch Series 8 has got to be the new Temperature Sensor which Apple says “takes its commitment to women’s health even further”. These include tracking body temperatures overnight to give advanced menstrual cycle tracking, ovulation cycle and more.

There are two temperature sensors in place on the Watch Series 8 which Apple claims can reduce bias from the outside environment. In fact, it can even track temperature changes as little as 0.1-degree Celsius.

Besides that, the Watch Series 8 also sports two new motion sensors to detect if you’ve been involved in a serious car crash. Apple said that the feature will only run while the user is driving, which helps to preserve battery life.

Speaking of which, Apple said that the Watch Series 8 can last for 18 hours with regular use and up to 36 hours with the new Low Power Mode. The latter is available with watchOS 9 and is also available for Watch Series 4 and newer. It essentially turns off features such as the always-on display, auto-workout tracking and more to extend the battery life.

Other notable new features include faster charging, improved durability, a new S8 chip, international roaming for the cellular models and new colour options. The Watch Series 8 aluminium comes in 4 colours, namely midnight, starlight, silver, and red. Meanwhile, the stainless steel model is available in silver, gold, and graphite.

As for the Watch SE, it is powered by the same S8 chip found on the Watch Series 8 and features the new crash detection feature too. Furthermore, it will also feature international roaming support for cellular models similar to the Watch Series 8.

The Watch SE is available in silver, midnight and starlight colours as well as new colour-matched back cases. It starts at RM1199 for the GPS model and RM1399 for the cellular model.

Meanwhile, the Watch Series 8 starts at RM1899 for the GPS model and RM2299 for the cellular model. So, what do you guys think of the new smartwatches by Apple? Share your thoughts with us in the comments and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news scuh as this!


Tencent now officially owns iflix and here's what they will do with it

As some of you have already heard, the rumours of iflix being bought over by Tencent has come to light. It is now official according to Reuters, saying that the reason why the company bought iflix is for its "content, technology and resources," in order to expand to the Southeast Asia market.

With this information in mind, that can only mean one thing - Tencent is expanding their brand into the video streaming business just like Netflix. This is further backed up Tencent's statement saying that iflix's library of “international, local, and original content” would assist the company in expanding overseas. We have no idea how much did Tencent bid for iflix, but Variety, a media news agency from the US speculated that it was "worth several tens of millions of dollars". In a hindsight, that's many times lesser than $1 billion when iflix was on public listing back in 2019.

Just for your information, Tencent's other video streaming platform, WeTV was launched not too long ago in Thailand last year. The company is also responsible for launching JOOX, a music streaming service (it's already in Malaysia for a long time), as well as other popular mobile games such as PUBG Mobile. They are currently working on Pokemon Unite with The Pokemon Company for the Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android.

At this moment, iflix have not given any comment on this new acquisition. Until then, stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Tengku Zafrul: Intel to invest over RM30 billion to expand its operations in Malaysia

Minister of International Trade and Industry Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz announced that US-based chip maker Intel has given its commitment to invest over RM30 billion in Malaysia. The investment is in regard to the company’s operations expansion in Penang and Kulim, Kedah.

As reported by Bernama, Tengku Zafrul said that the investment would create over 4000 jobs at Intel and over 5000 jobs in the construction sector. The International Trade and Industry Minister asserted that Intel’s commitment is welcomed and similar cooperations will also be continued with other companies in an effort to increase investment in Malaysia.

Tengku Zafrul was quoted as saying the above after meeting with Intel chief global operation officer Kevyan Esfarjani in Davos, Switzerland on Wednesday (18 January 2023). Previously in 2021, Intel announced the investment to build a new chip-packaging and testing factory in Malaysia that will begin production in 2024.

So, what do you guys think of Intel’s expansion of its operations in Malaysia? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news locally and on the international scene.


Terengganu to achieve 97.26% 4G coverage by end of 2022 and 66 new telco towers next year under JENDELA

Terengganu Infrastructure, Public Facilities, Utilities and Technology Committee chairman, Dr Mamad Puteh has announced that the state will have 66 new telecommunications towers operational next year under the National Digital Network Plan (JENDELA). Furthermore, the state’s 4G coverage in populated areas are also expected to increase to 97.26 percent by the end of this year.

As reported by national news agency Bernama, Mamad elaborated that two companies have been appointed by the federal government to construct all 66 telecommunications towers in the state. Specifically, 46 towers will be built by Theta Telecoms Sdn Bhd while the other 20 by Felda FGV Prodata.

He further asserted that the project is an effort by the federal government through the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) in cooperation with the Terengganu State Government. Besides that, Mamad also lauded the positive impact that JENDELA has had in the sate’s digital connectivity and 4G coverage in populated coverage.

The State Committee chairman said that the programme will enable 100 percent of households in Terengganu to get better internet services by the end of 2025. Moreover, until the second quarter of this year, 4G mobile broadband coverage had reached 96.59 percent in populated areas and is projected to increase to 97.26 percent by the end of 2022.

So, what do you guys think of the announcement by the Terengganu  Infrastructure, Public Facilities, Utilities and Technology Committee chairman? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news in Malaysia and beyond!


Terragraph by YTL and Facebook to offer Penang the opportunity to enjoy speeds of more than 1Gbps

Today, YTL Communications in collaboration with Facebook has announced that Malaysia will be the first large-scale market pilot in Asia with the launch Terragraph high-speed broadband in Georgetown, Penang. All access to Terragraph’s network such as Public WiFi as well as Fixed Wireless Access will be free of charge, until the end of the market pilot.

In line with the National Fiberisation and Connectivity Plan, Terragraph aims to improve the broadband speeds, coverage, as well as affordability in Malaysia. The main benefit of this technology is that it allows local service providers to easily deploy cost-effective and high-speed fibre broadband in densely populated areas.

Speedtest.net results using the Terragraph Network

Network module installed in poles around town

Not only that but Terragraph also have a small installation footprint, due to the fact that the service utilizes existing facilities such as electricity poles, traffic lights and more as a base to have their equipment installed, perfect for cities bearing the UNESCO status such as Georgetown.

During the live broadband speed demo during the launch using speedtest.net, the Terragraph network has managed to obtain download speeds of up to 1.3Gbps as well as 1.7Gbps upload. Based on a statement by a Facebook representative, there will be very little connectivity degredation once it is available to the public due to load thanks to the utilization of Mesh Network Topology.

YTL Communications and Facebook is expected to release more information regarding the results at the end of the market pilot, such as the pricing and when will the service be gradually rolled out to the rest of the country. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Tesco Hudl 7-inch Android tablet announced at RM612

Tesco PLC has just announced a new tablet under the Tesco name called the Hudl. The 7-inch Android tablet has some reasonable tech specs including a 1.5GHz quad-core processor, 16GB of storage and Android 4.2 but what is the most shocking feature is probably it's price which is just GBP119 (RM612). While the only version of the Hudl currently available just has WiFi it is priced low enough to cause some serious competition for other better known tablet brands like Acer and Asus. However, Tesco have not indicated what their plans are for the tablet just yet. The move underscores what many in the industry are seeing, more and more previously unknown brands jumping onto the tablet bandwagon thanks to more OEM tablet makers (mostly from China). So far, the Hudl is expected in the UK from 30 September 2013 but we have no news on Malaysia pricing or Malaysia release dates just yet. Hopefully, other supermarket brands in Malaysia catch on soon too.


Tesco Malaysia's new Scan & Shop app gives you better control over your shopping experience

Tesco Malaysia is getting ready to roll out a new app for use in its stores nationwide and it seems to be a really useful one. The Scan & Shop app is part of the company's efforts in digitalising its business and enhancing customer experience. Currently, 59 out of 60 Tesco stores in Malaysia are ready for the new system.

Scan & Shop is an app that allows you to scan all items found in a Tesco store, which is useful in helping you keep track of what you're planning to buy and the prices. It'll also make checkout easier since you can go to the counter and show the barcode that can be generated by the app based on what's added 'to cart'.

The advantage of doing this is you get to pay without the cashier needing to check the items and scanning them. Technically, it's because you've already scanned the items yourself so in a way, it's like a self-service cashier system. Of course, what's really useful is that you'll know how much you need to spend in advance so you can decide whether to add or remove items as necessary.

Tesco Malaysia also announced that its stores will now start to accept payment via e-wallets. You can pay either through AliPay, Boost, GoodKredit, GrabPay, Kiple, Mcash, and TnG Digital. This move is in line with the government's goal of turning Malaysia into a cashless society.

Have you managed to download and try the app yet? If you haven't, the app is already available for download in the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Let us know what you think about it on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Tesco introduces the Order & Collect service for a swift and hassle free shopping experience

Earlier today, Tesco has recently announced that they have introduced the Order & Collect service where you can place orders for essential items via WhatsApp and Tesco will have it ready for you to collect on the same day. However, it is best to note that the Tesco will only take the first 100 orders a day and you can only order up to 25 items at one go.

Furthermore, once the order has been made between 8AM to 4PM, a Tesco Personal Shopper will generate a personalized barcode for the customer to use at the checkout counter. Do note that the Order & Collect service will not be available in locations such as Tesco Extra Puchong, Tesco Extra Chera, Tesco Extra Selayang, Tesco Desa Tebrau, Tesco Mutiara Damansara, and Tesco KSL.

If you want to find out more information regarding the Order & Collect service, head over to their official website. With all that said, would you be interested in utilizing the new service offered by Tesco? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Tesco's having an IT Fair exclusively on Shopee with up to 23% discount on selected products

Tesco has announced that they will be having an IT Fair exclusively on Shopee starting from 8 October 2018 with discounts up to 23% for selected items. Not only that, there is also a special promo code “TESCOIT100” that you can use during checkout to get an extra 5% discount as well with maximum discounts of up to RM100.

Some products stood out more than the rest so here they are. Starting off with the Microsoft Surface Go equipped with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, it retails for as low as RM2139 and it includes a free Type Cover, Extended warranty, F-Secure Protection as well as the Microsoft 365 Home office suite.

If you're looking for a similarly compact computing device but need a bit more performance, there is the Microsoft Surface Pro i5 with 5GB RAM and 256GB internal storage. This is available for the lowered price of RM4999 (normally it goes for RM5.5K and above) and it comes along with the same free gifts as the Surface Go.

For those looking for a gaming option, there is the Acer Predator Helios 300 which includes a GTX1060, 4GB of RAM, 128GB of internal storage as well as 1TB of secondary storage for the price of RM3688 including the 5% promo code. There will also be a free Predator Backpack worth RM499 and either a gaming headset or gaming mouse to redeem.

Moving on to mobiles, the Xiaomi Redmi 6 is fitted with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage for a value deal from as low as RM494 while the Acer Iconia One 7 tablet comes in at just RM194 if you need a bigger display for your mobile device. You can check out more about the IT Fair on Shopee Malaysia’s official site. For more updates like these, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Tesla Malaysia will have a walk-in recruitment day on 17 June 2023

Hey, if you're looking for a job to work for Elon Musk, here's your chance. On 17 June 2023, Tesla Malaysia will have a walk-in recruitment day from 12 PM to 4 PM with several positions available.

In the image below, the walk-in recruitment day will be held at Tesla Malaysia's headquarters in Cyberjaya. The company is looking for a new Sales Advisor/Inside Sales Advisor, Enterprise Sales Advisor, Delivery Advisor, Customer Support Specialist, and Service Advisor. Interested applicants can also scan the QR code given below and no pre-registration is required.

Those aren't the only positions that Tesla is looking for. On the Tesla Careers page, there are a ton of them such as accountants, admins, HRs, IT support and many, many more. According to sources, the previous job list was not as many as before so it seems that Tesla is looking to mass hire seriously. Do keep in mind that these extra jobs aren't eligible for the walk-in interview.


Tesla VR gloves should add another dimension to the VR experience

If you've been daydreaming of the day when that fantasy full-dive experience becomes a reality, maybe that day isn't as far off as you'd thought. VR Electronics has taken another step forward with the revealed Teslasuit Glove and will be showing it off at the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show next year.

So, what does it do? Basically, it's a pair of gloves that can detect your movement and deliver tactile feedback. It can be connected to the Teslasuit and a VR device like the Oculus Rift for a more complete VR experience. VR Electronics says that the glove could be useful for physical rehabilitation in the medical industry, or for creative works like motion capture. We're not experts in this area, but we can see it being useful for providing additional feedback in VR games too. For example, some impact/vibration when playing the Beat Saber VR rhythm game.

What do you think about this, is VR something you're interested in? Let us know on our Facebook page and remember to stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting news like this.


Apple Watch Series 8 could feature body temperature monitoring

When Apple was developing the Watch Series 7 last year, body temperature monitoring was one of the features planned. Unfortunately, that didn't pan out because of some algorithm issues. But it's believed that the feature should be available in this year's Apple Watch Series 8.

According to Kuo Ming-chi, body temperature monitoring should be available in the Watch Series 8. This is assuming that the algorithm's quality meets Apple's standards. The main challenge here is that skin temperature changes quickly because of our environment. Smartwatches can't keep up with the rapid changes through hardware alone, which is where the algorithm is supposed to help.

(1/3)Apple canceled body temperature measurement for Apple Watch 7 because the algorithm failed to qualify before entering EVT stage last year. I believe Apple Watch 8 in 2H22 could take body temperature if the algorithm can meet Apple's high requirements before mass production.

If Apple can successfully tune the algorithm, body temperature monitoring would be included in the new Apple Watch Series 8. Other features we can expect from the new model would be car crash detection and a blood sugar sensor. As usual, we can expect it to be unveiled in September 2022 and launched in Malaysia around October 2022.

What do you think about the features mentioned? Would they be features you use often? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about the Apple Watch Series 8.


Tesla Wireless Charging Platform release: Simultaneous Qi charging for up to 3 devices at ~RM1328

Tesla today announced the launch of the Tesla Wireless Charging Platform which is able to charge up to 3 Qi devices simultaneously. Similar in concept to the cancelled Apple AirPower, users can place their devices anywhere on the mat for it to wirelessly charge thanks to FreePower technology.

According to the product page on Tesla’s official website, the Wireless Charging Platform is equipped with 30 Qi Coils that can charge 3 devices at once with each device getting 15W of power. Besides that, the product also comes with a USB-C cable integrated with a wireless charger, a magnetic detachable stand and a 65W USB-C power adapter.

Tesla further elaborated that the design of the Wireless Charging Platform was inspired by the angular design and metallic styling of Cybertruck. As for build quality, the product is made of an aluminium housing and premium Alcantara surface.

Besides that, the aforementioned detachable magnetic stand allows users to lay the charger flat or at an angle for better viewing. The Wireless Charging Platform will begin shipping in February 2023 in the US and is priced at USD300 or ~RM1328. As of the time of writing, Tesla has yet to reveal the product’s availability outside of the US.

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


Tesla approved by MITI, will set up HQ, service centres and supercharger network in Malaysia

Today, our local minister of International Trade and Industry Tengku Zafrul just announced that Tesla will indeed be making its way to the Malaysian market. The Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI) also announced its approval, and we will be seeing Tesla's presence soon.

Although there isn't any definite date yet, it is confirmed that Tesla will establish a new office here, as well as Tesla Experience and services centres. Supercharger networks will be installed around as well and this also spells new job opportunities for Malaysians to work for Tesla.

Malaysia Welcomes @Tesla! @MITIMalaysia has approved Tesla's application to import BEVs into Malaysia.Tesla will establish a Head Office, Tesla Experience & Service Centres, and Supercharger network, simultaneously creating skilled & better paying jobs for M'sians. pic.twitter.com/BbQP7jNazX

Tesla's application to import Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) has been approved into Malaysia, so this marks the company as the first applicant of MITI's BEV Global Leaders initiative. The initiative is to boost the BEV demand in the Malaysian market.

Are you excited about Tesla's debut in Malaysia? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Tesla is working on a humanoid robot to do "unsafe, repetitive or boring tasks"

What is that thing? Well, that's a humanoid Tesla Bot and it was just recently unveiled by none other Tesla CEO Elon Musk at Tesla AI Day. As creepy as it looks, it is also technically impressive and maybe launching sometime next year.

Second question - what does a Tesla Bot do? According to Musk, the bot was designed to help people with various tasks such as running grocery stores, moving household items and many more (from the words of the company, designed to handle unsafe, repetitive or boring tasks). Will it take over our jobs? Well, that's a topic for another day but Musk said there is "no shortage of labour" and manual labour will be "an option".

To get into the tech specs, it weighs 56.6kg and a 172cm tall. The face to shoulder area may be too dark to our liking but it's said to display information on the face when needed. The Tesla Bot's hands and arms are operated with 40 electromechanical pushrods while balancing itself on its two feet with a strong feedback sensor.

In addition, it also has a self-driving camera that acts as its "eye" while the fully autonomous computer functions as its "internal organ". The Tesla Bot's multi-camera video neural network will plan, tag and simulate itself to operate effectively and efficiently while performing tasks.

Musk assures that the Tesla Bot is "friendly" too. Since it's also designed at a "mechanical level", you can pretty much run away from it and even overpower it if you're scared (lol). But anyway, what do you think of the Tesla Bot? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Tesla’s latest update allows owners to play Steam games in their cars

Tesla has recently announced that a “Holiday Update” is rolling out to its cars, which most notably allows owners to play games from Steam in their Tesla vehicles. According to the company’s official Twitter account, Steam is now available on new Model S and Model X vehicles, though no specific car models were mentioned.

As reported by The Verge, the applicable cars are likely the “Plaid” version of the aforementioned models, as they are equipped with an AMD Ryzen processor and a discrete AMD RDNA 2 GPU. Previously, Tesla has already offered a bunch of games for owners to play in their cars, including Cuphead and Stardew Valley.

Now that Steam is officially on the Tesla car system, owners can expect the full gallery of Steam games to play in their cars. However, whether the games would run smoothly and are compatible with the OS is another matter altogether. The Twitter post on Tesla mentioned “thousands” of games and showed off several popular titles from the Steam Gallery inside the video, most notably Cyberpunk 2077.

Besides Steam, the Holiday Update also brings Apple Music support and several other features. These include an upgraded light show mode, Zoom calls from the cabin camera and the ability to view the inside of your Tesla car from the Tesla app while in Dog Mode or Sentry Mode.

So, what do you guys think of Tesla’s latest update? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


Tesla's new infotainment system is capable of running Cyberpunk 2077 with PS5-level performance

The founder of Tesla, Elon Musk, has teased that the automobile company's latest Model S Plaid would be capable of running Cyberpunk 2077 (yes, the video game). He mentioned that the car's system is basically at the level of a PlayStation 5 and there's never been a car that has state of the art computing technology.

The Tesla Model S Plaid comes with a new infotainment system powered by AMD's Ryzen processor and a discrete RDNA 2 GPU. With that said, the 10 teraflops of computing power from the system is almost identical to the 10.28 teraflops found on Sony's PlayStation 5. Therefore, running Cyberpunk 2077 is definitely not out of the question.

During the demonstration, it can be seen the video game is running at high frame rates. Some fans have also gotten a chance to take a look at what appears to be a Tesla-branded game controller after the event. For now, it is unsure whether it's just a dummy unit or Tesla is really going to make it commercially available. Other than that, the Xbox controller was also spotted being used to play Cyberpunk 2077 in the Model S Plaid.

For those who wonder why we need a PS5-level system in a car, Musk said that "if you think about the future of where the car is often in autopilot or full self-driving mode, then entertainment is going to become increasingly important".

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


Tesla unveiled its futuristic electric truck that can go from 0 to 60mph in about 2.5 seconds

Tesla’s electric automobiles are among the best in the market (sadly, just not ours) right now. The company has opened new factories to keep up with customers’ demands as well. Today, Tesla took the world by surprise by unveiling its latest product which is an electric truck at Tesla’s design studio located in California.

The Tesla Cybertruck’s design is inspired by the Lotus Esprit S1 from the James Bond film, The Spy Who Loved Me. In the movie, the vehicle is able to turn into a submarine when Bond drove it into the ocean. Of course, this Cybertruck doesn’t do that. However, there are a lot of other amazing things this truck can do!

The truck is able to tow an object that weighs around 14,000 pounds. At the event, Elon Musk showed the crowd a tug of war between the truck and a Ford F-150. Apparently, the Cybertruck won. He also tried to prove the toughness of the truck to the audience by having his Chief of Design to hit the truck with a sledgehammer several times. However, when Musk had one of his audiences to go onto the stage and throw an object on the truck’s ‘Tesla Armour Glass’,  it broke.

When I trust someone with my feelings #Cybertruck #Tesla pic.twitter.com/5Y3cktwTxq

For the specs, the Tesla Cybertruck is able to go from 0 to 60mph in about 2.9 seconds depending on the models. There are three models that will go on sale which have different battery ranges from 250+, 300+ or 500+ miles per charge. The battery also supports 250kW charging via Superchargers.

The starting price of the Cybertruck is 39,900 USD (~RM166,307.19). The basic model comes with RWD, a single motor and has the EPA-estimated 250+ miles of range. By adding another 10,000 USD (~RM41681), a dual-motor AWD option and the range to 300+ is what you can get. There is also a tri-motor AWD with the max towing capacity as an option by adding yet another 10,000 USD (~RM41681.00). Tesla’s self-driving feature will also be available for these models as an extra option at the price of 7000 USD (~RM29176.70). Cha-ching!

The production of the Cybertruck is scheduled to start in late 2021. Meanwhile, there are other companies joining the competition as well. Ford has hinted at electrified trucks will be coming soon. GM’s CEO has also confirmed the company’s plan on developing an electric truck by 2021.

With global warming going on, it is good to see automobile companies are taking initiatives to reduce carbon footprint by developing vehicles that use sustainable energy. Let us know what you think about Tesla Cybertruck on our Facebook page! Stay tuned for more news on TechNave.com


Tesla wants to use laser to clean your windshields

The recent launch of Tesla Cybertruck has sparked a discussion among the people who happened to see the design of it. The futuristic truck has received mixed reactions but it is no doubt a fresh concept being put on the stage by Tesla. To spice it up, the automobile company is rumoured to be working on one more advanced technology which appeared to be a laser windshield wiper.

Earlier this year, Tesla filed a patent application for something called “Pulsed Laser Cleaning of Debris Accumulated on Glass Articles in Vehicles and Photovoltaic Assemblies”. The genius behind the idea is Tesla’s Staff Scientific & Industrial Imaging Specialist, Phiroze Dalal.

He developed a cleaning system for vehicles that emits a laser beam to blast apart the dirt accumulated on the windshields, or on any glass surfaces. There will also be a system of cameras that collects information, and decides the strength of the laser pulse depending on the type and scale of dirt that should be cleaned off.

If this laser windshield wiper idea is workable, it could be an icing on the cake for the soon-to-launch Tesla Cybertruck. For now, there is no official news from either the company and its CEO, Elon Musk. There is also a video which shows the possible placement of the technology, enjoy!

It is wild knowing that the evolvement of technology could lead us to the idea of installing laser beam system on vehicles. These days, nothing seems impossible anymore as many bold and advanced technology ideas are surfacing.

Let us know what you think about this laser windshield wiper on our Facebook page. For more cool tech news, stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Tesla will build 50 Superchargers across Malaysia within the next 3 years

While Tesla will officially come into Malaysia soon, this time around there’s news about their Supercharger network here. According to a tweet from our Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry one of the requirements for Tesla “includes the installation of at least 50 Super Chargers within 3 years”.

At least 30% of these Superchargers should be usable by other brands as well, so you don't necessarily have to buy a Tesla to use these Superchargers. With Tesla, BYD, BMW and a number of other brands already offering electric vehicles, this is good news but given the rather high price of entry (we still don’t see how RM120000 is affordable) we’re still rather hopeful for EVs from national car makers like Proton and Perodua.

So, overall, good news for us in our move to adopt Electric Vehicles in Malaysia, but what do you think? Are 50 more chargers enough with what we have now? Share your thoughts in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave.com

Our requirements to @Tesla includes the installation of at least 50 super chargers within 3 years & at least 30% of these must be usable by other brands as well. https://t.co/D0c7fFSWEZ


Test results reveal Apple iPhone 13 Pro lineup supports up to 27W fast charging

Apple has bragged about how long the new iPhones' batteries can last, but what about their charging capacity? Since the company didn't openly talk about that, we'll need someone else to do the test and find out how fast the new iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max charge. Lucky for us, ChargerLAB has gone and done the test, and they got the results.

According to the test, the iPhone 13 Pro Max can go up to 27W while the vanilla Pro peaks at 23W. With an appropriate USB Power Delivery charger that features at least 30W output, the Pro Max can charge at 27W for a while before temperature constraints lead to throttling. For the standard Pro, the result shows that it's slightly better than last year's iPhone 12 Pro at 20W.

Earlier, the battery capacity for both mentioned iPhones has been confirmed. With a power of 4,352mAh, the iPhone 13 Pro Max can stream videos for up to 25 hours, a 2.5-hour improvement over the iPhone 12 Pro Max. Meanwhile, the iPhone 13 Pro ships with a 3,095mAh cell, bringing 1.5 hours of improvement over the counterpart from last year.

What do you think about the results? Share your opinion with us by leaving a comment and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


Tested: Can the Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor be used while wet or dusty?

Fingerprint sensors have come a long way since they were first introduced back in 2007, utilizing either optical or capacitive sensor modules to read our fingerprints. This year, along with the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S10 series, Samsung has brought this technology forward by introducing an Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor that is built directly underneath the Dynamic AMOLED display panel.

Most under-display fingerprint sensors don't really work well in all conditions (most fail when your finger is wet or covered by dust or something else), but the Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor is said to be more secure, fast and not as easily spoofed as previous implementations. This time around, we’ll be putting the Ultrasonic Fingerprint Sensor to the test to see how reliable it is in detecting fingerprints.

For the first test, imagine you just finished washing the dishes and your finger is still a little damp as you try to unlock your smartphone. As expected, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ managed to accurately identify the fingerprint on the first try. Next, we tried unlocking the device while there are multiple water droplets on the screen (which can trick some phones to detect multiple touch points on the display, potentially throwing the phone off and incorrectly identifying the fingerprint).

Left your phone out in the rain? No problem!

Shaked off the excess water after dipping the lower half in water

Dipping the Galaxy S10+ in water, the sensor still functions normally after shaking off the excess water on the display.

Those who work in a dusty or dirty environment could potentially run into problems as these small particles could fill the ridges in the finger, causing the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor to incorrectly or even fail to identify the user. Thoroughly wiping my finger on every dusty surface I could find and placing it on the sensor, the Galaxy S10+ managed to read it just fine as if there was nothing on my finger at all.

After running my finger on various dirty surfaces. Someone get me a wet wipe!

Based on my tests, the ultrasonic fingerprint sensor is not only reliable but also relatively fast given the right circumstances. That being said, similar to all the existing fingerprint sensor technology out there in the market water still poses an issue, albeit not as much as on the Samsung Galaxy S10+, especially when it comes to securely reading your fingerprint.

If you are keen on owning a Samsung Galaxy S10 series smartphone that's equipped with the latest ultrasonic fingerprint sensor technology, do pay a visit to Samsung's official website or any of Samsung's authorised dealers across Malaysia. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Apple Watch Series 8 could feature satellite connectivity for your outdoor adventures

The next-generation Apple Watch is pretty much very near to us. Before it gets presented, a new report has arrived claiming a Pro variant of the smartwatch line could offer satellite connectivity. If this became true, it would probably be a key highlight of the Apple Watch Series 8.

The information shared by Mark Gurman at Bloomberg reveals that the company has been planning to add satellite connectivity to its smartwatch line. The feature would be helpful in scenarios where Wi-Fi and cellular networks aren't available. This could get used for "reporting major incidents in places without cellular service", and it's something that an outdoor lover would need.

Talking about "outdoor", rumours are pointing toward the Apple Watch 8 Pro being a rugged model. It could take on the likes of Garmin smartwatches for runners and hikers. Since the Apple event has been confirmed to go live on 8 September, we should be able to find out about it soon.

What do you think about having satellite connectivity on the new Apple Watch? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech reports.


#TetapBuka Ramadan Campaign begins today, find your favourite local food easily on Carousell!

In light of the Ramadan season, we know that the Ramadan E-Bazaar by GrabFood won't be seeing the light of the day (except in Penang). But in spite of that, both Carousell and Unilever will be collaborating together and will launch a #TetapBuka Ramadan Campaign. This initiative will allow local business owners to have a platform to sell their food items during the fasting month.

Since the MCO got extended again until 12 May 2020, #TetapBuka aims to rally Malaysians to support smaller F&B establishments within their area. So with this, Carousell users will be able to search the nearest food vendors within a 10km radius of their current location. Every local F&B owners can provide on-demand takeaway services without having to pay a fee to external vendors.

The #TetapBuka Ramadan Campaign has already begun and will go on until 12 May 2020. Interested F&B outlets may list on Carousell following these simple guidelines here. Stay home, stay safe and stay tuned for more local tech news at TechNave.com.


Thalmic Labs MYO Armband shows cool wireless control

While we've definitely seen a lot of smartbands come out this CES 2014, the MYO Armband from Thalmic Labs is one of the cooler devices we'd like to try on. Rather than give you smartphone notifications, the MYO Armband lets you control games, software and hardware using just the gestures from your arms and it does so with no wires attached. Thalmic Labs co-founder Aaron Grant even used the Armbands to play Call of Duty: Ghosts showing off how sensitive and precise the armband can be. The MYO Armband works by detecting the muscle movement of the arms so as long as it touches the inside of the arm it can detect gestures that you make with your fingers and motions with your arms.

The demo went on to show control of a slideshow presentation as well. The company envisions the MYO armbands for use in industrial robotics, outer space applications and other gesture based authentication but we can easily see them being used by surgeons for remote surgery and construction workers to control huge heavy machinery. The MYO Armband is available for preorder at just $149 from the Thalmic Labs website with a retail version expected in Q1 to Q2 of 2014.

For some reason, it reminded me of an old giant robot anime I used to watch as a kid where the pilot controlled the giant robot using armbands much like the MYO Armband. Will we finally be able to control giant robots freely? Well, with the MYO Armbands you certainly could but why would you want to build a giant robot? For now check out the awesomely cool videos below:


Thanks to Google, we'll see more interactive ads on our mobile phones

Google has just shared their plans to push more ads onto its mobile platforms. The ads will be made more accessible for the audience so that they may find more information about the product easily. This feature is named Discovery ads and will be out on both Android and iOS globally later this year.

In addition, Gallery ads was also introduced as a new ad format that allows 8 different ads to be delivered in one go. Users will then be able to swipe through the ads and pick out what interests them. According to Google, combining search intent with a more interactive visual format in gallery form makes it easier for brands to let their audience know what they have to offer. They claim that “ad groups including one or more gallery ad have up to 25 percent more interactions—paid clicks or swipes—at the absolute top of the mobile Search results page.”

Normal ads will now appear in Google’s discover feed which can be found on homescreens of many Android devices, the Google mobile homepage as well as on the Google App. The ads will be placed in an image carousel which can be swiped through which allows users to learn more about a particular product.

Shopping ads is another new advert feature from Google which will be introduced soon to a wider amount of Google platforms such as Youtube, the Discover feed and Google images. The ad format will feature more luxurious lifestyle sort of ads.

Overall, I don’t think anyone wants to see ads period but if Google does make the format interesting, it may be a new way for many users to interact with advertisements and information that is relevant to them. How do you feel about Google pushing out more ads this way? Keep up with the latest tech news and beyond on TechNave.com!


That Coca-Cola smartphone from realme is probably real

Recently, a render of an upcoming Coca-Cola smartphone surfaced with the backside showing off Coca-Cola branding. To top it off, it looked a lot like the realme 10 Pro smartphone, albeit minus the usual realme branding. Today, realme showed off a teaser seemingly confirming this on their twitter.

No tech specs or features were revealed about the upcoming Coca-Cola branded realme phone, but if we follow the way other branded phones have gone about it, it will likely have Coca-Cola branded Wallpaper and other UI adjustments. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details were mentioned though, so it might not come here at all.

The realme 10 Pro is a pretty solid midranger on its own with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 chipset, 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Other tech specs of the phone include a dual rear camera with 108MP + 2MP cameras.

Given the realme 10 Pro’s RM1299 price tag, we expect that the still unnamed Coca-Cola phone will likely go for RM1399 or so. Would you be interested in getting it here in Malaysia? We’d consider it if we got free Coca-Cola anytime to go with it, but that’s just us. Share your thoughts in the comments or on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com


That Crash Bandicoot mobile game is finally releasing on 25 March 2021

Last year, we somehow discovered a random beta mobile game test in Malaysia and turned out to be a Crash Bandicoot mobile game. At that time, it was only available on the Google Play Store and later became forgotten as the months went by. However, there's now an official release date which is 25 March 2021.

Yup, it's releasing quite soon and in case you have forgotten about this - you can already sign up for the pre-registration on both Android and iOS. Promptly named 'Crash: On the Run!', it's developed by King, the developers behind the successful Candy Crush saga that your mother is playing (or not). It's basically Temple Run but with some customizable characters and weapons as well as playing with friends together online.

We actually played the demo a while just to see how it is, so if you're curious, you can take a look at the gameplay here. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The 10th Gen iPad may come with a USB C for the Apple Event in October 2022

Besides the annual Apple Event in September showcasing the new iPhones, there could be another one in October showing the new iPads and Macs. We won't be surprised if that was the case since it usually happens, but here's everything that you need to know about the October Apple showcase.

As usual, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg gave his insights on what can we expect from Apple from this Power On newsletter. Not surprisingly, we should be seeing a new iPad Pro with an M2 chipset that could come in two variants - an 11-inch with LCD and a 12.9-inch with a mini-LED display. He also said that MagSafe may be featured as well.

There is some news about the entry-level iPad variant too. It's said to be the 10th Gen iPad that could get a USB C port instead of the usual Lightning port. Furthermore, Gurman claimed that this iPad could use a 10.9-inch Retina display and an A14 Bionic chipset. We can very well expect some news about iPadOS 16 updates and releases during that time.

Last but not least, Gurman also claimed that "Apple has been working on M2-based versions of the Mac mini, Mac Pro and MacBook Pro,". We could also see new M2 Pro and M2 Max processors, but it's best to take it with a pinch of salt due until Apple says so.

Apple will be unveiling the iPhone 14 series in September but no official date has been given yet. Speculations say it could be on 7 September 2022 but until then, let's just wait and see. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The 10x zoom on the OPPO Reno looks awesome!

OPPO Reno has been the talk of the town these past few days and for good reason. These devices would be the first to showcase the 10x zoom OPPO showcased at MWC recently. Some photos that were taken with the OPPO Reno were shared today and boy, they look stunning.

The photos were not taken around the world as you’d like to believe. Rather, they were taken at Window of the World, a theme park in China. A normal photo and a 10x zoom photo were taken to highlight the prowess of the 10x zoom and I must say, I’m pretty impressed. The detailing and quality were not lost despite the distance the photos were taken.

Personally, I feel like the OPPO Reno did a much better job at zoomed photos than the Huawei P30 Pro but that’s only due to the fact that the P30 Pro was shot in low light as opposed to Reno’s photos which are taken in daylight.

The OPPO Reno may have tech specs that include Snapdragon 855 and 4065mAh battery capacity. It may also feature a 48MP main sensor in a triple rear camera setup with the periscope lens for the 10x zoom. OPPO claims that the device may not have a camera bump at all. So what do you think of OPPO Reno’s 10x zoom? OPPO Reno is due to be launched on April 10 so make sure you stay tuned to TechNave.com to find out more deets!


The 12th annual Sony World Photography Awards competition is still open until the end of 2018

With just a month to go, Sony would like to remind everyone (yes, you) that there's still some time left to join the 12th annual Sony World Photography Awards’ Professional, Open and Youth competition. If you have just started out as an enthusiastic and serious photographer, the Sony World Photography Awards are one of the most important fixtures on the global photographic calendar, recognising the best contemporary photography from the past year and celebrate a wide variety of photographic genres.

The 2019 juries are Mike Trow, editor, photographer, producer (Professional competition) and Rebecca McClelland, Photography Director / Head of Art Production for Saatchi Saatchi & Prodigious (Open, Youth competitions and National Awards). Together, they have been tasked to reward the very best contemporary photography from the past year across the following competitions:

If you would like to give it a shot, you can visit www.worldphoto.org/swpa to take a look around and be inspired by other contestants' photo entry. Good luck and stay tuned for more Sony news at TechNave.com.


The 2020 iPhone Photography winning photos are out & one of them was shot on the iPhone 6

Today marks the 13th Annual Awards and Apple is proud to announce the winners of the 2020 iPhone Photography Awards (IPPAWARDS). From the website, it is said that many participants have submitted their photos from not just the iPhone 11 series but as well as older iPhone models.

From the official website, Dimpy Bhalotia was named the Winner and Photographer of the Year Award. Her photo entry called Flying Boys showing three boys up in the air and it was taken nearby the Ganges River, Banaras, India. Although it wasn't stated on the official website, the iPhone that she used was the iPhone X and probably used the silvertone filter which is available within the editing options.

To add on, the following three winners are Artyom Baryshau from Belarus with No Walls; Geli Zhao from China with an untitled image; and Saif Hussain from Iraq with Sheikh Of Youth. According to sources, the iPhones that were used by the participants in order were the iPhone 6, iPhone XS Max, and the iPhone X. I know right? You can check out the photos below.

Dimpy Bhalotia - Flying Boys, shot on iPhone X

Artyom Baryshau - No Walls, shot on iPhone 6

Geli Zhao- (untitled), shot on iPhone XS Max

Saif Hussain - Sheikh Of Youth, shot on iPhone X

So what do you think of the photos? You can view more of them right here and the photos are simply astounding. Tell us what you think of them in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The 2022 Samsung Galaxy Buds could feature a biometric sensor

Besides upgrading its Galaxy S smartphone series, Samsung is bringing the latest versions of its earbuds next year. According to a new patent, the Korean tech giant might include an unexpected technology on the next-generation Galaxy Buds, and it's a biometric sensor.

Putting a biometric sensor on the earbuds allows them to measure health metrics, including heart rate, SpO2, and blood pressure. Additionally, they could also work with blood sugar levels, the status of your blood vessels, and even stress levels. This health measuring will use a light-emitting diode and a light receiver, such as a photodiode. The patent also shows that a laser diode (LD) and an infrared diode (IR) get used in the upcoming earbuds.

Rumours suggest that Samsung would launch the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 and Galaxy Buds Live 2 next year. We could see the former in Q2 2022, with the latter in August. These earbuds are expected to bring better audio quality alongside an improved fit or finish.

Are you excited about seeing the new Galaxy Buds? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget rumours.


Apple Watch Series 8 could have blood glucose sensor

The features in our devices improve every year, even if they're very compact devices. Indeed, the sensors in smartwatches are being upgraded each year. There are even industry sources that have started to speculate on the Apple Watch Series 8.

According to Digitimes (via MacRumors), suppliers are working on new sensors for next year's Apple smartwatch. These "short-wavelength infrared sensors" are common in health devices and can do things like scan a user's blood glucose level. In other words, the Apple Watch Series 8 could come with the same feature next year.

Could Apple increase the size of its next smartwatch to cram in more sensors?

Mind you, this is assuming that the development and tests go well. Blood glucose tests usually require blood samples, so a simple sensor might not be enough to get a reading. Also, Apple might need to redesign the smartwatch to fit the new sensor. Depending on the hardware, we could see a change in the shape or size of the Apple Watch Series 8.

Of course, this is all just speculation for now, so take the rumour with a grain of salt. Having said that, what do you think is a more important sensor to have for Apple's next smartwatch? Let us know in the comments below, and stay tuned to TechNave for more updates about it.


The 2022 Samsung foldables might not look any different

Samsung is expected to launch two foldable smartphones later this year, and they are the Galaxy Z Fold4 and Galaxy Z Flip4. Before that happens, the latest information has arrived by telling us that both devices will not bring significant design changes.

Reputable Ice Universe said that there's no point for Samsung to bring major changes to its foldables. According to him, the Korean tech giant is looking for ways to keep the costs to a minimum. Besides that, the company already has a huge advantage in the segment, so it's not necessary to do anything 'avant-garde' at this point. However, the internals will, of course, get some upgrades, and they include the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1+ SoC and an improved UTG glass.

Not only that, but the tipster has also claimed that the rollable phone that is said to come out this year will not be happening. Instead, Samsung will only be launching foldable phones this year, and the rollable one will only get introduced next year.

What do you think about the news? Leave a comment to let us know your opinion, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone reports.


The 4 biggest intelligent performance upgrades on the Samsung Galaxy Note10+ you should take note of

By now, you probably have heard about Samsung's latest phablet release - the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series. You should also know that there's not one, but two of them which are the Note10 and Note10+. While the Note 10 is for those who are on a budget, this time around we will be looking at the Note 10+ with the four biggest intelligent performance upgrades over it's predecessors. Without further ado, let's check it out!

Just before the Note10 series got unveiled, Samsung Electronics quietly updated its webpage with a new Exynos 9825 chipset. It's not just an ordinary chipset either, but the world's first 7nm EUV silicon chip. The EUV here isn't some fancy short form here, it stands for Extreme Ultraviolet lithography which means that Samsung can now "print finer circuits and develop a faster and more power-efficient processor".

With this, the Exynos 9825 chipset is able to pack two custom cores, two Cortex-A75 cores and four Cortex-A55 cores along with a Mali-G76 GPU, and an integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) resulting in 33% and 42% performance increase for the CPU and GPU respectively. You can read more details about it here.

Furthermore, the Note10+ now has 12GB of RAM! Is that overkill? Yes, but this may just be necessary for handling the various new features that the phablet has such as the Live Focus mode on video recording, Link to Windows, Game Booster, 3D Scanner, AR Doodle and many more!

The Note10 already comes with 256GB of internal storage which is more than enough for everyone. But if you're the type that needs more space than that, the Note10+ got it covered for you. Coming with a 512GB internal storage, it still has an expandable storage up to 1TB via microSD card. That's a total of 1.5TB, buddy, allowing you to store all the important files, photos, videos, documents, and others for your work.

The battery on the Note10+ has also been increased up to 4300mAh. On paper, it should be able last a day easily but there's a trick up its sleeve - with just 30 minutes of charging, the Note10+ can last all-day with your daily social tasks. Also, let's not forget that it has a Super Fast Charging technology as well that pumps 45W!

Initially introduced from the Galaxy S10+, it's only logical to add this feature on the Note10+ and it's a perfect addition for anyone's productivity. Need to charge up your Galaxy Buds charging case in the aeroplane? Just enable it and you're good to go, same goes for your Galaxy Watch Active as well as any smartphones that have the Qi standard wireless charging technology.

So these are the biggest four intelligent performance upgrades the Note10+ has over the previous Galaxy Notes. If you're looking for a powerhouse phablet that can help in your work, the Note10+ fits the bill nicely. You can head over to the official webpage to learn more and also purchase/pre-order one right now (while stocks last). Stay tuned for our future review at TechNave.com!


The 4th season of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Pro league MY/SG is starting on 24 August 2019

From 24 August until 29 September 2019, the 4th season of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Professional League for Malaysia and Singapore will be happening with up to RM415000 prize pool to be won. The tournament will be aired live on Mobile Legends: Bang Bang facebook page every Saturday and Sunday from 4PM onwards, if you’re interested in watching the live stream.

It seems that the tournament will be adopting a new and improved point system in which the ranking of the team will be based on a Win-Loss differential. The higher the difference in the Win-Loss ratio, the more likely the team will be placed higher in the ranking.

There is a live viewing party happening on the 15, 21, and 29 September at Rasta located in Taman Tun Doctor Ismail where you can watch the matches live as well as participate in various activities to win MLBB goodies. To find out more about the tournament and the live viewing party, head over to MLBB’s Facebook page.

Would you be interested in taking part in the live viewing party? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


The 5G future of Malaysia looks promising and here's why we're excited

As a tech gadget website, we have already written plenty of 5G smartphones news and their potential. Smartphone brands are already eager to release their 5G devices even though 5G technology is still in its infancy. With still a long way to go, it is understandable that many of us don't care (but you should, really).

Sooner or later, the rollout of 5G technology is set to hit Malaysian shores in the not-so-distant future. Thanks to efforts made by Malaysian telecommunications provider Celcom, we're beginning to see the literally-life-changing benefits of the technology. In this article, here's another reminder of how 5G will impact our future and why it is exciting.

So let's say you're watching a livestream of a football match on your smartphone. The common issues you'd face range from dismal video quality, constant buffering, and most probable of all, delayed reception. Yup, none of these things are great, and it makes smartphones feel more technologically inept than they appear. But we can't fault the devices for that.

From what you've heard from all the marketing about 5G, it promises to get rid of most, if not all of those pains. Owing to the fact that the technology promises nearly-zero latency, we're able to engage in uninterrupted content viewing, uploading and downloading, and other data-heavy tasks. More importantly, this means we'll be able to experience everything in real-time, without the frustrating delays commonly associated with 3G and (less so) 4G connectivity.

Sometimes once in a while, we have experienced a strange phenomenon of networks suddenly crashing out of the blue. The biggest reason for that? Internet traffic. Whether you're trying to snag a RM200 pair of sneakers for RM1 or a ticket to your favourite music festival, these networks can totally cease operation when they experience sudden influxes of Internet traffic.

With 5G's higher efficiency data delivery, it promises to curb Internet 'traffic jams', increasing the connection density threshold of networks tenfold. More users, more data - no problem at all.

Nowadays, it's common to own at least two or more smart devices. Sometimes we may have a wide range of them to help make our lives just a tad bit easier, or may even be fortunate enough to own items that are usually reserved for those with more money in the bank - say, an electric car. The great thing about having all these smart devices is the fact that they can "talk" to each other. These days, you can program a destination into your car's built-in satellite navigation system through your phone, or you can even turn on the lights in your house with your phone. But how can 5G improve on all this?

With the more reliable network connections that 5G promises to deliver, we'll be able to take better control of all our connected devices. We'll also benefit from the ability to have more devices connected than ever before. All this, without compromising speed and efficiency. Beyond the use of everyday consumer devices, this has immensely positive implications for businesses in the transportation, agriculture, education, and security industries.

While our local telcos are prepping up for 5G, Celcom have played a key role in spearheading the liveable 5G future of Malaysia with various use cases deployed within and beyond the Klang Valley, including:

Langkawi, a hugely popular tourist destination, is an island situated 256 miles (413 kilometres) from Kuala Lumpur. With safety as a primary concern for both the inhabitants of the island and the tourists that frequent it, it makes perfect sense to use it as a testbed for 5G connectivity.

For this initiative, Celcom is equipping Langkawi with multiple 360-degree UHD 4K panoramic live video surveillance cameras scattered throughout the island. Supported by Artificial Intelligence and Video Analytics, these cameras can provide real-time monitoring in high definition picture quality.

Also being introduced to the island are Port Smart Management systems, which Celcom says will allow for the monitoring of port logistics to create smarter port-of-entries for the future. In turn, this helps strengthen the security of Langkawi's entry points, while also ensuring that everything works smoothly and efficiently.

Celcom plans to deploy Petaling Jaya (PJ) as a use case to demonstrate how 5G technology will advance societies and change the way they're kept safe, travel, shop, and even entertain themselves. With plans to fit the Taman Jaya LRT (Light Rail Transit) station with Wifi and 5G surveillance cameras with built-in facial recognition, Celcom aims to help with delivering real-time high definition surveillance. Various Traffic Violation Detection systems will also be implemented across the board to help monitor and reduce road incidents.

In collaboration with the University of Technology Malaysia (UTM), Celcom aims to provide a platform to facilitate the research and development of 5G in Malaysia. This also means that UTM is the first educational institution in the country to be equipped with 5G capability. With the opening of a 5G research lab, as well as a 5G learning space, offering short, medium, and long-term learning programs, the UTM Innovation Centre For 5G acts as the perfect catalyst for 5G development in Malaysia.

Phew, that was a lot. So are you ready for 5G? To learn more about Celcom's role in the 5G future of Malaysia, click here. Stay tuned for more 5G articles at TechNave.com.


The 6GB RAM ASUS ZenFone 4 ZE554KL is now available in Malaysia for RM2099

ASUS Malaysia recently announced that their main ASUS ZenFone 4 ZE554KL smartphone is now available in Malaysia for RM2099. Packing in a 12MP (F1.8 aperture) + 8MP (120 degree wide angle) dual rear camera, standout features for the phone includes a new Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 processor, 6GB of RAM/ 64GB of storage and a 5.5-inch full HD display. The smartphone also comes with a fast charging 3300 mAh battery, 8MP front camera and Android Nougat + ASUS ZenUI 4.0.

Are you a mobile photography fan who likes to swap to wide angle cameras whenever you want (scene too big, too close, etc.)? Then the higher-powered ZenFone 4 ZE554KL could be the one for you. Would you get it for RM2099? Let us know in our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates.


The 6th Sony PlayStation 5 pre-order is back again, exclusively online on Lazada

Today, Sony Malaysia is bringing in the 6th Sony PlayStation 5 pre-order and it will start tonight from 21 May 2021 at 00.01 AM later. It's a bit odd that the pre-order is still ongoing until this day but here's what you need to know.

Compared with the previous pre-order, both the PS5 Digital Edition and PS5 Ultra HD Blu-Ray disc drive version are available this time for RM1869 and RM2299 respectively. Also due to the current pandemic period, the pre-order will be online through the Sony Malaysia Official Store on Lazada right here.

On top of that, WhatsApp-to-Buy will be deactivated for this 6th pre-order. PS5 Accessories and peripherals are also limited to one (1) console per order. This includes the PS5 DualSense Wireless Controller, PS5 HD Cam, PS5 Media Remote, PS5 DualSense Charging Station and the PS5 Pulse 3D Wireless Headset.

It's going to be tough for buyers as scalpers are still around. So be sure to put PS5 consoles into your cart first with enough money in your Lazada Wallet for a quicker checkout. Stay safe, stay healthy and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


The 6th edition of LEVEL UP KL is back from 10 October until 22 November 2020

From 10 October until 22 November 2020, LEVEL UP KL 2020 will be hosting a virtual event which you can find out how to take part on their official website. The event is split into several activities including the Southeast Asia (SEA) Game Jam Online, where 100 game developers will take part in a 36-hour hackathon in order to stand a chance to win up to RM6000 in cash prizes.

Other than that, there’s also the business convention where game developers are will be given the chance to connect with top industry experts from companies such as Steam, Ubisoft, and more. In addition to that, but there’s also the SEA Game Showcase where participants can stand a chance to win their share of the RM120000 prize pool by competing in titles such as Dota 2, CS:GO, League of Legends, and Hearthstone.

If you want to find out more details regarding the LEVEL UP KL, head over to their official website. Would you be keen on participating in the aforementioned event? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.