Samsung Release ATIV Q Hybrid Tablet - Windows 8 + Android

The Samsung ATIV Q Hybrid Tablet combines the best of two worlds from two different categories by combining a tablet with an ultrabook and Windows 8 with Android in one single device. Featuring a multi-mode hinge on the keyboard part, the ATIV Q can be used as a tablet, a notebook computer, a touchscreen desktop and a floating display. It is also no slouch in terms of tech specs which include:

Unlike some other systems which have both Windows 8 and Android, the ATIV Q allows smooth seamless integration between the two operating sytems. Pin Android apps onto the Windows 8 start screen or access files saved in Windows 8 from your Android apps. Samsung did not reveal how exactly they did this but, the end result is a very good system that combines the best of both. Just in case integration isn't your thing though, Samsung have allowed you to turn off Android if you want. Through Samsung's SideSync, the ATIV Q can also share or use the functions and features of your connected smartphone.

Of note is also the huge 3K resolution screen that so far dwarfs practically every other notebook or tablet recently released. We've no doubt that everything looks great on it, but in terms of applications, only a designer, architect or engineer would probably need a screen of that pixel resolution. So far, Samsung have not revealed details on pricing or availability but we expect it to be upper premium level due to all the higher end features. For more information check out the Samsung site here, or you can watch the Samsung ATIV Q presentation at 0:38:30 of the Samsung Premiere 2013 event below:


Samsung Releases Exynos 5 Octa Powered Dual-SIM Galaxy S4 / S IV

While we're on the actual launch date for the Malaysia launch of the Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV, Samsung recently released a Dual-SIM version powered by an Exynos 5 Octa processor. Targeting the China market this previously unheard of Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV version goes by the model number of I9502 which is quite apt since the standard Exynos 5 Octa powered Samsung Galaxy S4 / S IV goes by the model number of I9500. That being said, the I9502 has practically the same tech specs as the I9500 such as the aforementioned Exynos 5 Octa processor, a 13MP camera, 5-inch Super AMOLED 1080P screen and so forth. It is 2g heavier but apart from that and the Dual-SIM capability it is identical. In related news Samsung have also released the I9508 which is powered by the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 as the I9505 and has the same specs. The only differences are that it has TD-SCDMA support for China 3G and that like the I9502 it is meant for China. No plans seem to be under way to make either model available globally, but we'll wait and see.


Samsung Releases Galaxy S4 Game Pad Controller

Taking advantage of the Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone's awesome processing potential, Samsung have also released a Bluetooth Wireless gaming controller along with it. While last year's Samsung Galaxy S3 was more than enough to handle even today's Android 3D first person shooters, the much more powerful Samsung Galaxy S4 should appeal to the gamer looking for a smartphone. As such, it only seems apt that there is a gaming controller for it as well.

The controller layout looks a lot like an early XBox game controller with its blue, green, yellow and red control buttons but seems to lack the weight of more traditional controllers. This gaming controller is made from plastic and latches on to the Samsung Galaxy S4 like a dock. It connects wirelessly through a Bluetooth connection and is powered by two AAA batteries. For now, the controller is only compatible with games from Samsung's app portal, and since it can only hook up to a single Samsung Galaxy S4, multi-player gaming is out of the question. The controller is expected to be released around May but there are yet no details regarding pricing. Hopefully by that time, Samsung have managed to work out the multiplayer kinks and make it more compatible with non-Samsung endorsed games. As usual, we will update the site if there is any news.


Another Redmi Note 10 has been spotted with MTK Dimensity 720 chipset

Yesterday, it was reported that the upcoming Redmi Note 10 will be powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 820 chipset. Surprisingly, it looks like it will not be the only Redmi Note 10 coming out later this year. Today, the news came saying that there will be another Redmi Note 10 device to be powered by a Dimensity 720 chipset.

The source claims that the Redmi Note 10 might arrive as a series that brings both standard and Pro variants. Other than that, it also adds that the device with Dimesity 720 might be launched as Redmi 10 instead. Besides the chipsets, the Redmi Note 10 will be coming with 5G capabilities as well as spotted on Geekbench earlier.

The Redmi Note 10 is not the first Redmi phone that comes with Dimensity 820, as the Redmi 10X 5G was launched with it exclusively in China. However, the brand might be pushing the Note 10 that comes with the chip to the global stage this time.

Let us know what you think about the Redmi Note 10 phones on our Facebook page. Stay tuned to TechNave.com for more exciting smartphone news.


Samsung Reveals Internal Reliability Tests

We've all seen any number drop tests, torture tests and reliability tests from various sites, but does Samsung actually do any reliability testing of their own? Well, it appears they do, and not just in the usual rather amateurish way most other tech sites go about it. Imagine having dedicated machines to test dropping, tumbling, impact, heat and water submersion and you get an idea of how strictly Samsung tests the reliability of their smartphones, which in the video below is the Samsung Galaxy S4, so check it out:


Samsung S-Circle joins other smart bands, coming soon

Smart bands look to be the straddling the gap between health trackers and more feature filled smartwatches with the Samsung Gear Fit being one of the latest smartbands from Samsung. A purely health tracker device from Samsung could also be coming in the form of the Samsung S-Circle which is basically the same as the Samsung S Band and Heart Rate Monitor Band. Basically a sensor on a wrist band, the S-Circle is expected to offer tech specs like Bluetooth LE and be relatively more affordable than your usual smartwatch. No specific Malaysia release dates or pricing details were available but we expect it to surface soon as it has already got Bluetooth SIG certification.


Samsung S-Essential Air Conditioner is discounted up to RM400, starting price from RM999

Great deals to the people who can’t stand under the hot weather especially to those who sweat easily. Samsung Malaysia is having a promotion for the S-Essential Air Conditioner that is on a discount up to RM400 and the price is as low as RM999. The deals have already started from now on until 30 November and it apply to selected aircon models.

In terms of features, the air conditioner Fast Cooling feature can help to cool much faster and reach the desired temperature in the shortest time. This device comes with a 2-Way Auto Swing mode to control the airflow direction to every corner of the room.

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Besides that, it also sports a HD filter to capture dust, airborne contaminants, and allergens such as pollen, mold spores, and pet dander. To add on, The filter can be cleaned easily by just a quick rinse in the water and you may reuse it immediately.

You can also enjoy 2 years warranty and 5 years warranty on the compressor as well. So which model will you go for? For more tech news, be sure to stay tuned on TechNave.com.


Samsung S3770 Malaysia Preview

According to potential sources, Samsung is plan to release their upcoming budget smartphone for low end users, called Samsung S3770. The Samsung 3770 smartphone will be works on GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 and support HSDPA 900 / 2100 network which capable to download sppeds up to 7.2Mbps.

Samsung S3770 comes with an embossing pattern design on the back of panel, 2MP camera for taking picture or video, stereo FM radio with RDS, microSD card slot up to 32Gb, 3.5mm jack.

Sporting a 2.8-inch QVGA display with resolutions of 240 x 320 pixels with support Accelerometer sensor and new version of TouchWiz Lite. the S3770 smartphone will be powered with a 1000mAh Li Ion battery provide up to 6 hours for talk time and standby time up to 350 hours.

In term of connectivity, the new 2.8 inch Samsung affordble smartphone will be packs with 802.11b/g/n WiFi to connect internet, Bluetooth 3.0 for wireless peripherals and microUSB v2.0 slot.

Other features of Samsung S3770 includes social networking integration with live updates, Document viewer and support multimedia files MP4/H.264/H.263 player with MP3/WMA/WAV/eAAC+ player.


Samsung S5610 Malaysia Preview

The Samsung S5610 Primo is a compact and simple candy bar phone with 3G/HSDPA-ondersteuning for fast mobile Internet. Also Bluetooth 3.0, Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync and supported Gmail. You can also count on applications for Twitter, Facebook, MSN and Google Talk.

The Samsung S5610 also features an MP3 player, FM radio and a 5-megapixel camera. Through the 3.5 mm headset to connect any standard. The 108MB memory is expandable through microSD Samsung S5610. The Samsung S5610 has 108 MB internal memory (Flash). In total there is 1 slot for MicroSD external memory. You can transfer data via USB and transfer to your PC. The S5610 also has Bluetooth (for wireless communication with other Bluetooth devices such as headsets).

The Samsung S5610 is a simple candy bar with 3G support with a weight of 91 grams. The dimensions of the phone are 11.90 x 5.00 x 1.30 inches. Speaking time (under ideal conditions) 306 minutes. The standby time is 680 hours under these conditions.

The Samsung S5610 supports GSM 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz networks. The Samsung S5610 can fast mobile internet with the HSDPA and UMTS support. The speed of HSDPA raises the difference between home and move on. The Samsung S5610 can include text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) messages sent and received. Thanks to the support email you can simply read your own emails. Vibrating alert and polyphonic or MP3 ringtones are of course standard equipment.


Samsung S8600 Wave 3 Malaysia Review

Samsung S8600 Wave 3 is a new Bada OS v2.0 based phone from Samsung. The new Samsung S8600 Wave 3 is the first phone based on Bada OS version 2.0. In the past, Samsung had released a smartphone based on Bada OS earlier but Samsung for the first time has introduced three phones at the same time with the same Bada OS version 2.0.

Dominating the Samsung S8600 Wave 3 is the huge, 4.0 inch display, which uses an Super AMOLED screen that presents well, rendering images in sharp contrast, and providing decent legibility even in direct sunlight. The WVGA capacitive touchscreen display supports up to 16 million colours, and is protected by a Gorilla Glass covering, adding a level of strength and durability to one of the weakest parts of a modern phone.

The new bada 2.0 style brings a new design to the standby homescreen, with redesigned menus, an updated gallery, music player, web browser, and so on. The OS allows for multiple homescreens, upon which can be added shortcuts to a variety of applications and services, offering complete customisation, and control over how you make the phone look. In use the bada OS is very comfortable, and given the many cross over elements from Android devices, such as a pull down menu bar, pinch to zoom pane view of the many homescreens, and so on, the Samsung S8600 Wave 3 is an easily usable handset.

Size wise the Samsung S8600 Wave 3 tends towards to smaller feel of a modern smartphone, despite incorporating such a large screen. The handset has a more metallic feel to the materials used in construction, as opposed to the usual plastic feel associated with Samsung smartphones. The dimensions of the handset are 126 x 64 x 10mm, and it weighs in at an acceptable 122g.

Included on the phone is a quality 5.0 Megapixel camera, with support for autofocus and an LED flash. Other features on the camera include geotagging, face, smile and blink detection, image stabilisation for those shaky hand moments and touch focus, which lets you focus in on different parts of the image by touching on the relevant area of the display. There is a front facing VGA camera, for video calling, and the camera is capable of capturing 720p HD video at 30 frames per second. There is also a video light, which helps when capturing video in low level lighting conditions.

Powered by a 1.4 GHz processor, the Samsung S8600 Wave 3 offers all the high speed data options usually found on a modern day smartphone, including HSDPA up to 14.4 Mbps, HSUPA at up to 5.76 Mbps, and WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n. The handset can also be used as an ad-hoc WiFi hotspot, allowing other WiFi capable devices to connect to it and use the handsets GSM data connection for web browsing. The handset supports quad band GSM for full roaming options, and also offers Bluetooth 3.0 with A2DP, and a Micro USB connector for data cable and charging the phone.

The device is also loaded with an assortment of multimedia features, including a full media player for music and video. A wide range of digital formats can be played on the Samsung S8600 Wave 3, including DivX and XviD. The handset will come with support for the new Samsung ChatON messaging feature, which lets users send instant messages to other ChatON subscribers. There is a stereo FM radio with RDS included, and with A-GPS support the handset can be used also as a satellite navigation device, using the Samsung Mobile Navigator software.

All round the Samsung S8600 Wave 3 presents as an excellent device, with many features on the phone that set it as a leading smartphone. The bada upgrade looks great, with an easy to use UI, with a superb AMOLED display. In all, it would seem that the Wave 3 has enough to offer against the multitude of Android smartphones.


Samsung SEA Forum 2016 hands-on video round up

What a day at Samsung SEA Forum 2016! There were a lot of products displayed such as the Samsung SUHD TV with Quantum Dot Display, Family Hub refrigerator, AddWash Washing Machine, Galaxy TabPro S, new Gear S2 classic colours, and even Samsung Pay! We did some hands-on video on the products so check out below to watch them!


Samsung SM-G110 could be first entry-level smartphone coming with Android KitKat

The User Agent profile for an entry level Samsung smartphone with the model number of SM-G110B has recently appeared on Samsung's website listing all of the tech specs. While most of the available tech specs and features are not that impressive such as an ARM Cortex-A7 processor and a display with a 240 x 320 pixel resolution, the smartphone is notable because it is the first entry-level smartphone we've seen to come packing Android 4.4.2 right out of the box. This confirms earlier news that Google may require that all new devices only come out with the latest version of Android. No news yet on what the Samsung SM-G110B could be called but it sounds fairly similar to the model numbering of the Samsung Galaxy Pocket. The latest in that series would be the Samsung Galaxy Pocket Neo which sported a 3-inch display and was priced at $80 (RM260). No specific Malaysia release dates or pricing was mentioned but we expect this possible Samsung Galaxy Pocket to come around the same RM260 price and be announced soon.


Samsung SMART Camera NX3000 officially announced in Malaysia with 20.3MP APS-C CMOS sensor

Samsung Malaysia recently announced their new Samsung SMART Camera NX3000 featuring amongst other tech specs and features a 20.3MP APS-C CMOS sensor, 1/4000 shutter speed and 5fps continuous shooting. This compact yet power interchangeable lens camera features a 3.0-inch Flip-up display, WiFi, NFC and comes bundled with a 16-50mm F3.5-5.6 Power Zoom ED OIS lens for an RRP of RM1699. Other notable features include Tag & Go for easy image sharing, Photo Beam, Remote Viewfinder Pro so you can remote control the camera from your mobile device, Mobile Link and Wink Shot so you can take pictures with a wink. Available in black, brown and white, users can try it out at all Samsung Experience Stores and Samsung authorized dealers for themselves but in the meantime you can check out the tech specs and enjoy the pictures below:


Samsung SUHD 2016 TVs launched for Malaysia from RM5999

(From left) Mr Kim Jin Ho, Business Manager of Audio Visual Business Unit; Mr Lee Sang Hoon, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics; Mr Jimmy Tan, Head of Consumer Electronics Business; and Ms Elaine Soh, Chief Marketing Officer of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.

Samsung Malaysia recently launched their latest Samsung SUHD 2016 TVs. Featuring quantum dot display technology for 1000 nit brightness HDR, the range consists of flat screen and curved screen SUHD TVs with no bezels and 360 degree design.

Powered by a Smart TV technology that includes the ability to sense other connected devices like speakers or AV players the new SUHD TVs can also share a single Smart remote. Available starting from June the range is priced from RM5999 to RM99999 but you can see the details in the table below.


Another Vivo NEX Dual Display specs revealed on TENAA showcasing Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 + 8GB RAM

Another Dual Display Vivo Nex Dual Display has been spotted on TENAA and it comes equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 chipset and 8GB of internal storage instead of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 845 chipset and 10GB of RAM.

However, unlike the Snapdragon 845 variant with the image sensor of a 12MP + 2MP + TOF, the lower spec Vivo Nex Dual Display will come equipped with a 12MP + 13MP + 2MP sensor instead and it will come only in gold colour.

Other than that, there is no other information such as the official release date, when it will be coming to Malaysia as well as the price of the lower variant Vivo Nex Dual Display. Do take every bit of information with a grain of salt as there was no official statement made by Vivo regarding the device. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Samsung SUHD TV - Understanding the quantum dots technology

Samsung SUHD TV showcase from Samsung SEA Forum 2016

You may have heard about Samsung's 2016 SUHD TV lineup that features Quantum Dot technology, this new technology features a premium high dynamic range (HDR) experience with 1000 nit HDR minimum for a higher level of contrast between light and dark images, and a new Ultra Black technology that can reduce light reflection to enhance picture quality for the consumers' comfortable viewing experience. But how does it work and why are they so good for display? Well, Samsung has offered their assistance in providing information on everything you need to know about the technology.

Quantum dots are nano-sized crystals made of semiconductor materials. A nanometer (nm) is one-billionth of a meter, which means these extra-small particles are smaller than 1/10,000 of a single strand of human hair (Calculation based on assumption that an average human hair is about 100μm wide.)

The dots can be made of different kinds of elements, but when they’re regulated down to a size small enough, they possess physical properties that make them suitable for many different applications. For example, quantum dots are very efficient in absorbing and then emitting light. Based on this quality, quantum dots are being researched in areas such as solar panels, bio-imaging, and, of course, display.

Quantum dots are photo-active, so they absorb and then emit light as mentioned earlier. And when they do, even if the dots are made of the same material, the light each dot emits is a specific colour (or wavelength) depending on the size of the core. For example, a quantum dot with a core of 2nm will emit a blue light while one with a 6~7nm core will emit red.

Each quantum dot's colour of light that it gives off is very stable and pure, this show precise colours while the light from conventional materials ends up getting mixed with adjacent colours. How this works is when the spectral line width (width of each peak in the graph above) of the light from quantum dots is much narrower than that from conventional materials.

As a result, the 3 primary colours can be more clearly distinguished in comparison to conventional TVs, which helps the quantum dot display show a wide range of colours more accurately.

Another advantage of these light-emitting quantum dots is that they’re very efficient. Compared to phosphors from your modern TVs, not only are they able to produce more colours, but the photo-active property allows for better light efficiency.

By leveraging this advantage, Samsung was able to jack up the peak brightness of its new SUHD TVs to 1000 nits and higher, opposed to the previous 400 nits for conventional TVs– all the while further improving overall energy efficiency. Colours are perceived by light, and by offering more light along with more colours, thus, this makes Samsung SUHD TVs great for HDR content.

Many previously developed quantum dots were based on materials that involve cadmium, such as cadmium sulfide (CdS) or selenide (CdSe). Although these quantum dots share the same advantages as written above, they hold a deadly threat against the environment as toxic Cd2+ ions may be released through nanoparticle degradation.

In Samsung’s case, however, their quantum dots are cadmium-free. They’re based on indium (In) instead. After much research and development, Samsung is currently the only company that produces cadmium-free quantum dot displays. Samsung started focusing on quantum dots since 2001, and has since registered over 150 patents on the subject.

Not only that, Samsung’s quantum dots are also durable. Being an inorganic compound, quantum dots are more resistant to oxidation than organic substances. Samsung also applies a quad-layer coat to its quantum dots to ensure the quantum dots are durable and kept stable over years of time. The result: a fantastic display that keeps its picture quality year after year.

For more information on Samsung’s SUHD TVs with Quantum Dot technology, visit Samsung's SUHD TV page to check it out.


Samsung SUHD TV currently on superb savings up to RM2000, coming soon in Malaysia

With Samsung's multiple awards for their SUHD TV's quantum dot display technology and sleek design. Samsung Malaysia Electronics is excited to bring its award-winning SUHD television into the Malaysian market which will make a debut on 27 May 2016 in the Centre Court of Suria KLCC.

In conjunction with the upcoming Euro Cup 2016, Samsung is offering superb savings of up to RM2000 for every UHD TV purchased between 1st May to 31st May 2016. Additionally, a minimum purchase of RM1000 on selected Samsung TVs in a single receipt entitle buyers to be in the running to win exclusive football merchandises (with terms and conditions applied).

For more information, visit Samsung's SUHD TV page and get yourself immersed!


Samsung SUHD TV infographic explains the differences with current FHD TVs

The recently unveiled Samsung SUHD TVs provide quad HD resolution displays for the ultimate in fine viewing. While there are still full HD or 1920 x 1080 pixel resolution TVs in the market, those looking for something different would do well to pay attention to the following Samsung SUHD TV infographic. Featuring SUHD TVs that include the JS9500 at 78-inches, JS9000 at 68-inches and JS8000 at 55-inches, pricing remains RM39999, RM24999 and RM9999 respectively. Check out the infographic for yourself below:


Samsung SUHD TV setup tutorial

Got yourself a brand new Samsung SUHD TV but don't know how to set it up? We got it covered it for you, with the courtesy of Samsung Malaysia Electronics, below are instructions on how to unbox your SUHD TV and attach the stand carefully. It's best to have at least two people setting it up, so just follow the steps!

The first step in setting up the SUHD TV is to check the images on the top of the box. A series of simple cartoons on the flap of the TV box clearly illustrates how to safely and easily unbox your new TV.

Next, open the box carefully, and take out the manual, stand, one connect box, cables and other accessories.

Remove the top two pieces of styrofoam from the box, and lay the box face-down on the floor.

Carefully pull the TV out of the box. As you remove it, another person should hold the box in place by grasping the hand-hold on the bottom of the box.

Now that the TV is out of the box, place it on a large, clean table while you complete the setup procedure. While the latest SUHD TVs are incredibly thin, a 65-inch model still weighs 28.8 kilograms, so be sure to choose a sturdy, safe location.

Next, assemble the TV stand and tighten the screws, then mount the stand onto the back of the TV and tighten the screws.

Finally, put the cover into place. Samsung overlooked no detail in ensuring its SUHD TVs would look their best from every angle, and that includes having a smooth, classy cover for the stand screws.

Now that the stand is finished, you can carefully set it upright again. Samsung’s SUHD TVs look stunning from all sides—front, sides and back—allowing people to set them up anywhere that suits their taste.

Starting from a retail price of RM4999 to RM21999, the Samsung SUHD TV is part of the Great Samsung Raya Deals campaign which is still on-going, available at selected authorized dealerships. On top of sweet freebies and savings, customers stand a chance to win travel vouchers worth up to RM100000 so get lucky!


Samsung SUHD TV wins multiple awards and it's coming to Malaysia on promotion sale

In just after four short months, Samsung’s SUHD TV has already received many international awards and praises, recognising Samsung for their ingenious technology and astonishing design. With this, Samsung Malaysia Electronics is excited to bring its award-winning SUHD television into the Malaysian market for the best viewing experience that the company can offer.

Previewed at the Consumer Electronics Show 2016 in Las Vegas and locally displayed at the Samsung South East Asia Forum 2016 in Kuala Lumpur, Samsung’s latest line-up of televisions features a unique Quantum Dot display technology, allowing Samsung to create richer, more vibrant colours without over saturating the picture. Quantum Dots boosts the TV’s colour accuracy by 30%, producing life-like images in your very home.

Despite the exquisite design of the SUHD TVs, the nanotechnology behind the Quantum Dots makes individual pixels hard to make out, even in close scrutiny, commended Techhive.com. Reviewed.com was also particularly impressed by how Samsung managed to craft LEDs powerful enough to meet the 1,000-nit UHDA standard, saying that “producing such bright LEDs in such a thin edge-lit TV without horrible backlight uniformity issues is quite an achievement.”

The software is also noteworthy, the SmartHub which is featured on Samsung SUHD TV was listed in Ubergizmo.com’s best of Consumer Electronics Show 2016 selection, the SmartHub TV interface the Samsung’s latest effort to present every type of content in a unified way – making the home viewing experience that much more seamless.

The writers of Mensjournal.com was particularly impressed by the technology behind the SUHD TV’s dongle and smart remote which lets the user control a variety of devices around the home, including smart light bulbs, thermostats, and smart locks. With the Samsung KS9500 television, there is no fiddling with various control apps on your phone or instaling one or more separate hubs. Not to mention, the Samsung KS9500 SUHD TV's curved, slim and new boundless edge design was awarded by HD Guru with the ‘Best TV Design’ award.

Techradar.com also complimented its beauty, stating that the television ‘has its destiny set as the center of your home entertainment experience’ and was impressed by the amount of work Samsung had been able to achieve in the span of a year since they first introduced SUHD TVs.

Anticipating its local debut and in conjunction with the upcoming Euro Cup 2016, Samsung is offering up to RM2000 for every UHD TV purchased between 1st May to 31st May 2016. In addition, a minimum purchase of RM1,000 on selected Samsung TVs in a single receipt entitle buyers to be in the running to win exclusive football merchandises (with terms and conditions). Stay tuned for more news at Technave.com, and TGIF!


Samsung Safety Screen helps to prevent kids from looking at the screen up close

Samsung has released an app called Safety Screen targeted specifically at children. It warns your kids and tell them to hold the device at a safe distance when they are are using their smartphone or tablet. It goes as far as blocking the screen with a pop-up animated sign, telling them to keep a safe distance. This way your kids will understand that every time they see that sign, they know they need to move back a little to have the sign disappear. It relies on the front camera and facial recognition to judge a safe distance between the kids and the device they hold.

Samsung ran a research regarding this topic, and their data concluded that having the screen up close can often result in having headaches, blurred vision, dry eyes, fatigue, brain strain, and corneal attacks. Some of these issues may sound familiar to you and what is worst, your kid may already undergo these kind of problems too at their age. If you are interested in trying this out, you can download the app in the Google Play Store, and unfortunately, as for now this app is only available on Android.


Samsung Shows Off Flexible and Unbreakable Smartphone Screens

Samsung has been rumored to be readying flexible, high-resolution displays for its smartphones, and this week at CES 2013 the South Korean tech giant somewhat confirmed those rumors by showing off several prototypes. Please see the video below.

At its keynote the company announced Youm, a new line of flexible OLED displays. OLED technology allows companies to create thinner and lighter displays that also provide even more vivid images than other HD technologies.

Samsung's continued emphasis on the technology will worry its rivals, however, and indicates that the Korean company is continuing both to work on new display technologies and to reduce its reliance on Google Android. It pointedly demonstrated the phone running Windows Phone 8.

Corning, the maker of Gorilla Glass, which is widely used across mobile phones, is also working on a flexible glass product called Willow. It is likely to be available in time for use on devices such as the Samsung Galaxy Skin and Galaxy S5 and the forthcoming iPhone, but will not offer the flexibility of plastic. Subsequent mobile phone releases, therefore, may not use as much glass and may instead move to flexible displays.


Samsung Shows off Galaxy La'Fleur Collection for the Hip and Trendy Women of Malaysia

If you've been watching the Samsung ads and stumbled upon a group of hip and trendy modern women checking themselves out in what appears to be Samsung Galaxy phones then you wouldn't be far off. In actuality these are Samsung's collection for hip and trendy young modern women called the La'Fleur Collection. Consisting of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 in Garnet red, the Samsung Galaxy S III mini in white with floral design and the Samsung Galaxy Y with a similar white casing and floral motif, the La'Fleur Collection is Samsung's range of phones designed for modern women.

Samsung Galaxy S3/ S III Mini La'Fleur                                         Samsung Galaxy Y La'Fleur

Unveiled early last month for Malaysia, the Samsung Galaxy La'Fleur Collection phones and tablet share the same tech specs as the standard Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, Samsung Galaxy S III mini and Samsung Galaxy Y but come with a more feminine designed UI along with some custom wallpapers, ringtones and apps for the modern Malaysian woman. These apps include:

Samsung have also enlisted the help of 4minute, a popular Korean girl group, as the official ambassadors of the Samsung La'Fleur Collection in South East Asia. The group (who are in the ad) embody the best qualities of the Samsung La'Fleur Collection which is to be spirited, feminine, stylish and confident. Click the following for Mobile Mega Mall tech specs of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 2, the Samsung Galaxy S III mini and the Samsung Galaxy Y.


Samsung SideSync Combines Samsung Smartphones and Notebooks

Samsung recently released a new feature called SideSync that allows you to work between your Samsung Notebook and Samsung Smartphone through a USB cable. While it does work a lot like Syncing program it offers bit more by allowing you to work seamlessly between your smartphone and computer. This includes the ability to drag and drop text from your notebook computer to your smartphone and vice versa. Type an SMS on your smartphone from the keyboard on your notebook or just use your smartphone like a second display for your notebook computer.

Another notable function includes the ability to create a virtual version of your Samsung smartphone on your Samsung PC or notebook computer's desktop. Supposedly this is to help enjoy your smartphone on a larger screen, although you'll still be controlling it via keyboard and mouse.The SideSync app can be downloaded through Samsung Apps and is applicable for Samsung devices running on Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and above. You can also download it here. As such, it should be clear that the SideSync app only works with Samsung PCs, notebooks or ATIV range devices. Check out the full video below:


Samsung Smart Home service platform takes a step towards home automation for CES 2014

Just like LG, Samsung are also going to offer a home automation service platform which they have named Smart Home. This platform will be cloud-based and allow you to control devices, view your home (from devices with cameras) and get servicing information like when you should clean or service your connected devices. The Smart Home platform will also allow voice commands through devices like your Samsung Galaxy Gear smartwatch or smartphone. Samsung has said that this is mostly for the future as the platform service will also include functions for home-energy, security, healthcare and eco home applications. Samsung will be showing the Smart Home service platform off at CES 2014 but will roll out the service by Q2 of 2014. No news yet on pricing but it will likely be free in the beginning. For now, check out the video about it last year for a refresher:

An actual demo of the Samsung Smart Home in the more recent IFA 2013


Another Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S photo leak, shows a nearly fullview display with no notch

Previously, we showed you a leaked render of how the Xiaomi Mi Mix 2S could look like and it had a small front camera placed at the top right of the display. However, new images have surfaced online and showed a different story, with the phone having a complete full front display.

As you can see in the cover image, the bezels on all four sides are as slim as we thought it would. And instead of putting the front camera at the top right, it was placed at the bottom (it's hard to see) which makes more sense, because it would just look too weird. Moreover, the back design is covered in glossy glass and rumours have it that the charging technology is going to be a wireless one, most probably it will be a Qi Wireless Charging feature. The rear fingerprint sensor is present as well.

At this moment, it's hard to guess if this leak is legit or not because all the recent leaks are kind of contradicting each other, so it's best we take this with a grain of salt. The flagship will be revealed quite soon this month, so just stay tuned for it at TechNave.com.


Samsung Smart Keyboard Trio 500 officially unveiled, can be paired to 3 devices

Smartphones and tablets can do so much these days. Samsung even has flagship devices that can even replace laptops with the help of the Samsung DeX. That's why it's not all that surprising to see the brand launching a new wireless keyboard.

Yup, Samsung has listed the Samsung Smart Keyboard Trio 500 on its website yesterday. This is a small wireless keyboard (only 78 keys) that's available in black and white colours. It's fairly compact so you can easily slip it in a small bag, making it a highly portable device. But since it weighs around 412.3g, Samsung probably used good material for the frame so it should be quite robust.

In terms of features, the Smart Keyboard Trio 500 can be paired to a maximum of three devices, which you can quickly switch between paired devices with the press of a button. It also comes with three shortcut keys to assign to apps that you frequently use, as well as a key that helps it connect to a Samsung DeX.

This will probably launch during the next Samsung Unpacked, which is when Samsung plans to release the new Galaxy Book Pro. But could Samsung have other products in store for us? If so, what devices would you like to see launched during the event? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave for more news like this.


Samsung Smart Monitor M8 & M7 Malaysia release - special launching promo price at RM2238

Today, Samsung Malaysia announced the launch of its newest Smart Monitor lineup – the new M8 (M80C) and M7 (M70C). These monitors cost RM3588 and RM2788 respectively, but there's a limited-time price launch promo with up to RM700 off until 9 July 2023.

According to Samsung, customers get their hands on these newest monitors at a discounted price. After deducting RM700, you can get them at just RM2888 and RM2238 respectively which is quite a good deal considering the features. Speaking of features, here are some of the details you should know.

Introduced with a new Iconic Slim Design, the M8 and M7 models are super slim, measuring 11.39mm at the thinnest point on the monitor. The stands are height-adjustable the screen can also pivot 90 degrees. In addition, the M8 and M7 come with UHD resolution with 400nit and 300nit brightness respectively, supporting colour coverage up to 99% sRGB colour gamut.

On top of that, the 2023 Smart Monitor M8 has 4K resolution, and HDR 10+, as well as a Smart Hub for services such as Prime Video, Netflix and YouTube. Speaking of that, the M8 and M7 both include built-in voice assistants, including Bixby and Amazon Alexa, enabling users to control the monitor with their voice. Far-field voice is also supported in the M8 and M7 models with a built-in mic, allowing users to speak directly to the monitor.

Customers can enjoy an additional 5% off on their first purchase with free standard shipping and earn Samsung Reward Points when they shop only on Samsung Online Store. You can find out more details about the two monitors in the links below.


Samsung Soundbar Sound+ now available in Malaysia for RM3499

Today, Samsung Malaysia is proud to announce a new Soundbar Sound+ (HW-MS751) and a 4K Ultra HD Blue-Ray Player (UBD-M8500) in Malaysia today. These two products are specially made for audiophiles and movie buffs a chance to have an enhanced music cinematic experience. They are now available at all Samsung Brand Stores and authorized dealers nationwide at a recommended retail price of RM3499 and RM1799 respectively.

The Soundbar Sound+ offers a 5 channel (front left, front right, center, top left and right) soundbar with a total of 11 speaker units, with a dedicated amplifier for each, including a 3 wide-range tweeters, 6 woofers, and 2 vertical wide-range tweeters which are on top of the unit, this makes the audio expand vertically and as well as 3D surround sound.

In addition, it features an Ultra High Quality (UHQ) 32-bit audio and reproduces deep and detailed bass to as low as 35Hz. Speaking of bass, Samsung replaces the traditional subwoofer with a 2-inch x 4.3 woofer (all 6 in total) as well as its own Audio Lab for acoustic sound.

To find out more information about the Soundbar Sound+, kindly head over to their website right here to check it out.


Samsung Southeast Asia Forum 2016 unveils new Gear S2 classic colours and Galaxy TabPro S

A model showing two new Samsung Gear S2 colours in Rose Gold (right) and Platinum (left)

Today, Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. have unveiled and showcased multiple new technologies that focuses on smarter living for their customers in at the Samsung South East Asia Forum 2016 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The new products that were presented by the company were – a new curved SUHD TV with Quantum Dot Display, Samsung AddWash Washing Machine, a connected Samsung Family Hub refrigerator, and a brand new Samsung Galaxy TabPro S that runs on Windows 10 OS along with two new Gear S2 classic colours in Rose Gold and Platinum.

“At Samsung, we have always placed our customers' needs at the heart of everything we do, and we have a stellar track record of launching thoughtful innovations that enhance our customers' quality of life.” said Yong Sung Jeon, President & CEO, Samsung Electronics Southeast Asia & Oceania. “This year is no exception. I am thrilled to be able to introduce groundbreaking products and services that will revolutionize smarter living and bring the IoT technology into customers' everyday lives.”

The first presentation was unveiling a new line-up of SUHD TVs with 10 bit Quantum Dot Display, and the world's first bezel-less curved design that makes it easy for consumers to access all their entertainment content inside. It's also featuring a premium high dynamic range (HDR) experience with 1000 nit HDR minimum for a higher level of contrast between light and dark images, and a new Ultra Black technology that can reduce light reflection to enhance picture quality for the consumers' comfortable viewing experience. What's more, the SUHD TV's Tizen OS allows the consumers to access their favourite content and services, this includes various TV, movie shows to games and program information, this can be done in one place with the New Smart Hub, Smart Control remote and Smart View mobile app.

Ultra HD Blue-ray Player, the UBD-K8500, which is HDR compatible

Next, the new AddWash Washing Machine is an interesting one as it has an extra small access door for consumers' convenience. The extra small access door is for consumers to add any item, such as a forgotten clothing, hand-washed items for rinsing, or an additional softener anytime without having to open the main washer door during mid-cycle.

Pressing the blue highlight button will open the small access door, the AddWash Washing Machine can also be controlled from a mobile device as well via app

Last but not least, Samsung also revealed the new Galaxy TabPro S. Their latest tablet is powered by Microsoft's Windows 10 OS and latest Intel Core M processor, designed for a fanless 2-in-1 tablet, with a super AMOLED display with touchscreen capabilities. The battery pack can be fully recharged within 2.5 hours and offers 10.5 hours for all day usage, the power consumption is only 4.5W for minimal noise disruption. Below are the specifications:-

It measures at 6.3 millimeters thin and weighs 693 grams only

Meanwhile, there are also two new editions for the Gear S2 classic, a Rose Gold and Platinum colour option. The Gear S2 will soon have Uber, ESPN and CNN access

The Galaxy Note5 also made an appearance

As you can see, most of these products are yet to have a price tag. But we got some hands-on videos if you want to see more of the products. We will update you all as soon as we got an official word from Samsung Electronics, so stay tuned! For more information on the newest products, visit Samsung Malaysia's official website to check it out.


Samsung Spain listed Galaxy J7 (2016) on their website for €299 (RM1309), tech specs revealed

This time around, Samsung is releasing their Galaxy J7 (2016) in Europe, Spain after their announcement last month in China. Samsung Spain has listed the device on their official website, stock ready plus a pricing tag of €299 (RM1309). But there seems to be a change in the display and memory department of the phone, where the website posted that the Galaxy J7 (2016) will come with a 1280 x 720 HD resolution and 2GB of RAM.

Meanwhile, as mentioned previously in our past article, it should come with a Full HD display and 3GB of RAM instead. Besides that, the Samsung Spain website also stated that the Galaxy J7 (2016) will come with Android 6.0 Marshmallow. As for right now, there is no Malaysia pricing details and release dates available yet. We will be sure to keep you updated with more information regarding that on Technave.com.


Samsung TV back again with award-winning 2017 line-up QLED TVs

Looking to compliment your beautiful living room? Finding the best to satisfy your visual entertainment needs? You might want to look into Samsung’s latest line-up of QLED TVs.

For many years, Samsung TVs have been renowned for revolutionizing viewing experiences by delivering unparalleled brightness, contras and high dynamic ranges using their trademark Quantum Dot technology. The upcoming line-up is no exception.

Ever since its global debut CES 2017, the Samsung QLED TV has been awarded the CES 2017’s ‘Best of Innovation Awards’ and has been honourably mentioned in various categories including Eco-Design, Smart Home, Video Display, Accessibility and Accessories.

For more details, do take a look at Samsung’s official page here.


Samsung Teasing Something Galaxy or ATIV Related for Samsung Premiere 2013

Samsung recently released a teaser image for their upcoming Samsung Premiere 2013 event happening on 20 June 2013 in London. They will also be streaming the event live at www.youtube.com/SamsungMobile so you can watch it here in Malaysia as well. From the text it is clear that they intend to release something Galaxy and ATIV related and the chopped up image seems to suggest a new notebook computer or hybrid tablet. However, since the text also mentions Galaxy it could also mean an announcement on new Samsung Galaxy smartphones. Our guess would be an official announcement for the various Samsung Galaxy S4 versions. So far, the list includes the Samsung Galaxy S4 Active, Mini, Mega, Zoom and now the Google Edition. A sixth one, called the Developers Edition may also be in the works featuring the same Samsung Galaxy S4 tech specs with an unlocked bootloader. Chances of a metal clad Samsung smartphone seem very slim though but perhaps what we could be seeing is a metal clad ATIV notebook computer. What do you think?


Samsung The Freestyle projector Malaysia pre-order: get exclusive rewards worth up to RM1496

Samsung Malaysia has announced that The Freestyle projector is now available for pre-order in our country starting from yesterday until 31 March 2022. Samsung’s latest invention, it is essentially a portable smart projector that has a built-in 360-degree speaker and runs Tizen-OS, the operating system used by Samsung Smart TVs.

First unveiled during CES 2022, The Freestyle is packed with state-of-the-art technology for complete entertainment in a compact built-in. Powered via USB-C, it can project a screen up to 100-inches in size at 1080p resolution and has a brightness of 550 lumens. Speaking of which, the LED light source of the device is rate for a lifespan of 20000 hours.

Furthermore, the device is also extremely lightweight for a projector at just 0.83kg and comes with a 180-degree swivel stand. According to Samsung, The Freestyle brings the Smart TV experience to any surface with all the usual streaming applications such as Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and others easily installed on the device.

In fact, the portable projector even has mobile screen mirroring capabilities and even supports Apple’s AirPlay 2. Besides that, The Freestyle can also be used as a smart speaker with smart assistant support and has an ambient lighting device to transform and bring the magic of starry nights into your bedroom.

The Freestyle is priced at RM4999 by Samsung in Malaysia and if you put a pre-order from now until 31 March 2022, you’d get additional freebies worth up to RM1496. This freebies includes a dark green The Freestyle case and a forest green The Freestyle Skin worth up to RM498.

Moreover, each pre-order will also receive a Samsung Online e-voucher worth RM998 to redeem The Freestyle Battery Pack worth RM999. The redemption period for the e-voucher is from 1 April to 31 May 2022.

Pre-orders can be made through Samsung Malaysia’s Online Store here. If you want more information on The Freestyle, head on to Samsung Malaysia’s official website here.

So, what are your thoughts on Samsung’s latest portable projector? Share your comments with us on our Facebook page and as usual, stay tuned to TechNave for the latest trending tech news such as this!


Samsung The Premiere SP-LSP9T review - Ultimate ultra-short throw 4K projector worth a small car

Perhaps in no small part due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re staying at home more and more than we did before. As such, home entertainment is a lot more important these days than before, especially if you have the space and resources for it.

For those types of users, there’s Samsung’s The Premiere 4K Triple Laser projector. Designed for those who can afford to have a really big screen home theater or cinema room, prices go all the way up to RM39999 (scroll down for the discount promo), but is it worth it? Find out in our review of the Samsung The Premiere below.

The Samsung The Premiere projector does take up a good amount of space

The bottom of The Premiere, the round feet can be adjusted for height and alignment

In terms of design The Premiere is wider than your average projector but certainly more chic and sleek, with a fabric front covering the speakers and the ultra-short throw 2800 Ansi Lumens triple laser projector lamp located directly on top of the device. At 11.5kg, it is definitely a heavyweight but thanks to the ultra-short throw design, you can put it up against any wall with a nearby power source and get up to 130-inch 4K resolution screens.

The curved and shiny surfaces on The Premiere give it a very modern yet minimalistic look, especially since all the ports and the power button are located at the back. These surfaces are also dust magnets, so either get a cover for it or make sure that your home theater room is always dust-free (good luck with that).

There's plenty of connections at the back but the projector can also connect via WiFi and Bluetooth

A closer look at the ultra-short throw 2800 Ansi Lumen lamp

When it is in action, it will look like this

On to the remote control, it is curved and elegant, with a built-in Bixby voice command mic and volume and channel rockers. It did accidentally turn on my Samsung Smart TV at the same time as when I turned off The Premiere, but this isn't an issue if you pair the correct remote control to each device beforehand.

With a little ingenuity, you can hide away all these cables but for the ports, there are 3x HDMI in ports, 1x USB 2.0 port, 1x RJ-45 Ethernet LAN port, 1x analog and 1x digital audio out (optical). Other connectivity options include built-in WiFi5 and Bluetooth 4.2 so you can connect your Samsung phone, tablet or laptop wirelessly.

Turning it on, The Premiere is just like any other Samsung Smart TV

There's almost all the video streaming apps that you might need, just no Disney app for Malaysia

You can install games as well, which you can control using the remote

Setting up The Premiere is relatively painless with the remote, except for when you have to type in your Samsung username or password. You can also connect via Samsung’s SmartThings app, but for some reason, ours had problems connecting. Also, perhaps because our surface wasn’t level. the projection does end up being a bit lumpy here and there compared to the usual static projection display.

Performance-wise, The Premiere can deliver 4K pixel resolutions or up to 3840 x 2160 pixels with a screen size that can range from 100-inches to 130-inches. In a smaller room, this is like having almost a full wall covered. While we’d recommend getting a dedicated screen for this, as long as the wall is clean and white, it should be fine. Display quality is top notch, with a clear definition between the blacks and shades of black in our test videos.

On YouTube these are the maximum resolutions

While the automatic keystone process is fine most of the time, it does have some issues when the surface you put it on is not completely level. Unfortunately, while there is manual adjustment where you can adjust the bottom round feet, sometimes it's not enough. As such, you can of course prop it up accordingly with a book or something like that, or you can access the screen adjustment menu and do it manually from there.

After an hour or two, The Premiere does become a bit warm but the almost silent fan does its job wonderfully. Audio quality was top-notch with almost surround sound and a built in woofer and tweeter. Audio performance was also loud and crystal clear, despite the fact that we did not use any external audio soundbars at all. The 40W speakers are 4.2CH and you can also connect a bluetooth headset or earbuds to it as well.

It may not seem clear here, but there's a clear distinction between the shades of black in each video

You can also screencast your games from your phone as well

The Premiere itself is set up much like any other Samsung smart TV, so you can download apps for streaming like NetFlix and YouTube. Unfortunately, there still doesn’t seem to be a Disney app for Malaysia, but there are streaming apps for practically everything else. In addition, you can also download some basic games, like Tank and so forth, but you’ll have to control it using the remote.

Alternatively, you can also use the Smart View on your Samsung phone to cast your phone’s screen to The Premiere. In that way, you can play games like Genshin Impact but you will have to set it in the multi-screen menu. You can also cast your phone to do work as well, but doing work on a 130-inch display does seem a bit much like overkill.

Overall, the Samsung The Premiere projector is easily one of the most powerful and easy to use 4K projectors around for all types of purposes including movies and gaming. Setup is almost painless, without all the adjustments (focusing, elevation, etc) that you’d usually expect to have to do with most projectors. However, to do this it does need fairly ideal conditions, such as a big enough display screen and a strong level surface to be placed on.

You also need a good large room to place it in as well, as trying to watch it in my apartment gave me a crick in my neck. While the initial pricing is set at RM39999, Samsung is currently holding a promotion for it up until the end of October 2021 for a discount of RM6000 and a Galaxy Note20 Ultra 5G (Mystic Bronze) + 32-inch M7 Smart Monitor worth RM6098, so you’d only have to pay RM33999 for the top-of-the-line model and then some.

However, this is still about the price you’d pay for a small car (Perodua Axia, Proton Saga) in Malaysia, so it’s not exactly the device we’d recommend for those on a budget. It is ideal for those who can afford it, so if you have the resources both in terms of space and money then the Samsung The Premiere is the way to go, especially if you’re looking for your own private 4K resolution cinema or home theater room. It helps that the built-in audio is more than good enough for most folks but you can still connect it easily to most sound systems as well.

So, would you be interested in getting the Samsung The Premiere for your home cinema? Or have you already bought it or know someone who did? Let us know about your experiences on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com.

Here are the tech specs and features of the Samsung The Premiere:

Pros: Ultra-short throw 4K projector, Plug and Play easy to setup and fairly intelligent digital keystone

Cons: Very pricey and needs ideal conditions (display screen, space)

Summary: The best Samsung projector money can buy for your home cinema room


Samsung Top Load Washers with Ecobubble announced from RM1599

Samsung Malaysia recently announced that they’re new Top Load Washers with Ecobubble are available in Malaysia from RM1599. Featuring Ecobubble and BubbleStorm technology, according to Samsung these washers get your clothes clean 2.5x faster and thanks to Digital Inverter Tech, they also utilize 60% less energy, so you can save on your electricity bill too.

Other features include Top Load Super Speed which cuts laundry time by up to 40% and you can even monitor and run your washer from your smartphone. In addition, they also have a 20-year warranty so if anything goes wrong, you and your dirty laundry will be just fine.

Check out the prices of the Samsung Top Load Washers with Ecobubble below or go to their site for more details:


Another Xiaomi device appeared on TEENA with Snapdragon 870 chipset

Xiaomi 12 series is expected to be launching soon and we’ve been reporting a few leaks about it recently. Yesterday we reported on the new appearance by the name of 'Thor' which is expected to be the Xiaomi 12 Ultra Enhanced Version. Today, another Xiaomi phone with the model number 2112123AC appeared on TEENA certification.

This model number did not appear for the first time, so we do believe it is one of the Xiaomi 12 lineups. According to the listing, it is powered by a Snapdragon 870 chipset and supports up to 67W fast charging. The information we got for this device is pretty limited so hopefully there’s more to come.

#Xiaomi 2112123AC 5G appears on TENAA certification.- Snapdragon 870- 67 watt charging pic.twitter.com/3uSshpZKRP

As of now, there’s still no official confirmation on the official release date and tech specs for it, so do keep an eye for the upcoming news and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


Samsung UFS Memory cards promises faster transfer speeds than microSD

Samsung has just annoucned the industry’s first memory cards based on the UFS removable card standard. The new standard was finalized in March by JEDEC, an industry body that develops standards used in the semiconductor industry, and is based on UFS 2.0.

UFS memory was first seen used in the Samsung Galaxy S6, and now it is coming as an expandable memory option. UFS cards ranging from 32GB to 256GB with read/write speeds that range from twice to hundreds of times higher than microSD will be available soon for purchase. Samsung says that devices equipped with UFS cards can read a 5GB movie in 10 seconds, compared to 50 seconds for a 95MB/s microSD card. UFS cards can write 24 large JPG images in 7 seconds, compared to 32 seconds for a UHS-1 microSD.

Unfortunately, no device in the market right now currently sports a UFS memory slot, as the card is not backward compatible with current microSD slots. We may not see it being used in 2016 smartphones, but expect it to be featured in smartphones in 2017 onwards.


Samsung UK is coming out with Tripod attachments for their Galaxy S23 gadget case

As someone who likes to use their Samsung Galaxy S23 series smartphone for mobile photography, I have to say that it isn’t easy to find a portable yet functional phone tripod. Leakster @rquandt recently spotted some fairly interesting looking tripod attachments for the Galaxy S23 Gadget case on the Samsung UK site though.

While the Slim Tripod Stand for Gadget Case is built directly into the ring of the Gadget Case for awesome portability, it is currently priced for £34.00 (~RM184). The larger Camera Grip Stand with remote for Gadget Case attachment seems to provide a more stable tripod with an extra mod case which attaches to this same Gadget Case ring.

The Slim Tripod Stand for Gadget Case (sourced from Samsung UK)

The bigger tripod mod allows for tilt and also comes with a Bluetooth remote control. It can also become a stand or act as a camera grip but there’s no price listed for this larger tripod. We haven’t seen it on the Samsung Malaysia site yet, but we’d love to try them if or when they do arrive here.

What do you think? Would you want Samsung Malaysia to bring these in for your Galaxy S23 series smartphone? Let us know in the comments below or our Facebook page and hopefully they listen. As always, stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest in Tech.

The Camera Grip Stand with remote for Gadget Case (sourced from Samsung UK)


Samsung Unpacked 2017 date announced on 23 August 2017

Just a couple of hours ago, Samsung has officially announced its next Unpacked event on 23 August 2017 to be held in New York City. As mentioned in one of our previous news, we can't help but to think that the device is going to be the Galaxy Note 8. I mean, what else could it be?

The teaser image doesn't say it will be the phablet, but it's quite obvious because of the Samsung S Pen blue silhouette and the tagline "Do bigger things" which the Note series is known for - having big displays.

To recap all the speculated tech specs, the Galaxy Note 8 will feature either a Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 chipset or Exynos 8895, 6GB of RAM, possibly a dual 12MP camera sensor setup behind, a 6.3-inch Super AMOLED display with 18.5:9 aspect ratio, 3300 mAh battery, and of course a S Pen.

The fingerprint scanner will also be located at the back, it's still not in the middle (if this is true) but this time it will be placed beside the LED flash, which means the LED flash will be in the middle between the dual cameras and the fingerprint scanner.

That's one more month to go, are you excited about the Unpacked event? Stay tuned as we will be definitely be covering that online at TechNave.com.


Samsung Unpacked 2019 advertisement spotted in Paris

As most Samsung fans already know, the upcoming Galaxy S10 flagship series will be making its debut in San Francisco, California on 20 February 2019 and the Korean tech giant has already started to advertise it in the West, most notably in Paris.

In one of the popular tourist attractions, one of the billboards was printed in Hangeul (Korean letters) at the Place de la Concorde with the text “미래를 펼치다” and “이월 이십일”. At first glance, it probably doesn't make sense to print Korean letters in a foreign country like Paris, but it does grab attention and curiosity from passers-by. In an indirect translation, the texts mean "The future unfolds" and February twentieth." which hints a foldable phone (maybe) joining the fray of the new flagships.

There is very little information about the mysterious foldable phone, will it be a commercial or concept smartphone? That said, it's a bit strange that Samsung is advertising this in Paris...but you know what else is releasing in Paris? The upcoming HONOR flagship. Oh-snap.

Anyway, what do you guys think? Do we need a foldable smartphone? stay tuned for more Samsung news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Unpacked happening August 2nd, featuring Samsung Galaxy Note 7 - will have waterproof design

Finally, we have official confirmation of the upcoming Samsung Unpacked 2016 event. It will be happening on August 2nd and as expected, we will be seeing the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 as the hero product.

Samsung has come a long way since 2010, when they first launched the Samsung Galaxy S product. They then followed with the surprise success the Samsung Galaxy Note, and then they have made different iterations in the following years. This is the first time they have skipped a model number though – going from Note 5 straight to Note 7.

On a related note, new leaks have surfaced that the upcoming model will be waterproof, aligning features that are already seen in the current Samsung Galaxy S7 and S7 Edge. As a recap, it should be packing a 5.7" Super AMOLED Quad HD edge display and run on either Exynos 8893 or Snapdragon 821 with 6GB of RAM. The latest Samsung UX should be onboard, too.

The great thing is that now Samsung has aligned their flagship model numbers. Stay tuned to TechNave as we bring up to date information on the Samsung Galaxy Note 7 during Samsung Unpacked 2016.


Samsung #Unpacked in 4 minutes!

If you missed out on the Samsung #Unpacked event for the launching for the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series, worry not! We here at TechNave stayed up so you guys don't have to! Here's a summary of what you missed out on in under 4 minutes. Just because ain't nobody got time to watch the whole thing!

The Samsung Galaxy Note 10 series features some interesting tech specs and features which include the Exynos 9825, an upgraded S-Pen and more. The price starts at RM3699 in Malaysia. What do you think of the event? Keep up with the latest tech events on TechNave.com!


Samsung Unpacked invites sent out and hint at coming Samsung Galaxy S5

Samsung has already sent out invites for a Samsung Unpacked event happening on 24 February 2014, right on the first day of the MWC Expo 2014 in Barcelona. What makes this invite interesting is that the title is written as UNPACKED 5 which hints at a possible announcement for the Samsung Galaxy S5. Still unconfirmed tech specs for the Samsung Galaxy S5 include a 2GHz octa-core Samsung Exynos 6 processor and a version packing a 2.5GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 processor. Other tech specs and features include a 5.2-inch 2K display with 1440 x 2560 pixel resolution, 3GB RAM, 32GB / 64GB / 128GB storage, a 16MP rear camera and Android 4.4 KitKat. We're expecting other Samsung products and devices to be unveiled there as well but nothing is confirmed just yet. The event will be happening in Barcelona at 20:00 CET and may be screened on the Samsungmobile youtube channel as well, so feel free to check it out for yourself.


Samsung Unpacked on 28 April 2021 hints at powerful flagship device

April may have been quiet so far, but the month is about to heat up with some major launches. Besides the next Apple event coming next week, the next Samsung Unpacked is also coming soon. This time around, we're expecting a new flagship device.

In an official Samsung teaser, the company said that "The most powerful Galaxy is coming" on 28 April 2021 (10 PM MYT). The teaser doesn't tell us much, but the box in the video could mean that the device is fairly large. It's speculated that this could either be the Galaxy Z Fold 3, Galaxy Tab S8, or even a completely new device.

In my opinion, it's most likely a new Galaxy Tab device. It would be too early for the Galaxy Z Fold 3, as it's rumoured that it will only launch in July 2021. On the other hand, specs of the Galaxy Tab S8 appeared way back in January, so a launch this month won't be unusual at all.

Of course, I could be wrong and Samsung launches an entirely different device. With that said, what do you think this new device would be? Let us know in the comments, and stay tuned to TechNave to find out!


Samsung Unpacked's launching list reveals there will be no Galaxy S21 FE

The next Samsung Unpacked will be happening on 11 August 2021, and it's one of the most exciting smartphone events for this year. On that day, the Korean tech giant will be revealing a few highly-anticipated devices including the Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Z Flip 3. Earlier, it was said that the Galaxy S21 FE will probably make an appearance alongside those mentioned devices as well. However, the latest information is telling us that it's not going to happen.

LetsGoDigital has released a list of products that Samsung will be launching at the event and the Galaxy S21 FE is nowhere to be found. The other products spotted are the foldable devices, a couple of smartwatches - Galaxy Watch 4 and the Galaxy Watch 4 Classic, and the Galaxy Buds 2. Therefore, the Galaxy S21 FE might only arrive at a later date.

It is said that the chip shortage is the reason why the more affordable version of the Galaxy S21 couldn't make it to the event. This is actually not the first time that we see news about the device being postponed. Earlier, it was reported that the Galaxy S21 FE will only be launched in October and probably not enter the Malaysian market.

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


Samsung Unveils Galaxy S4 Mini and Spotted with Live Photos

Samsung also unveils the Galaxy S4 Mini just after the company announced the Galaxy S4 last week in New York. According to the sources, the Galaxy S4 Mini will be released to the market worldwide in coming summer this year - 2013.

The Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini specifications should be - 4.3″ Super AMOLED qHD display with a pixel density of 256ppi. A 1.6GHz Dual-Core CPU and based on TW Nature UX 2.0 running on Android 4.2.2. The Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini also available in dual-sim variant. Please refer to the photos below which spotted in live. Unfortunately, the S4 mini's CPU type still in the dark side at this moment, but what we see that it's slightly bigger than the Galaxy S III mini selling now.


Another honor 9 Lite Shocking Sale promo this Wednesday + New a BFF Selfie Contest to win a free phone

Due to the popularity of the honor 9 Lite, Shopee will once again organize another Shocking Sale promo this coming Wednesday (14 March 2018) for RM699 at 9AM. As always, the phone will be available in both Glacier Grey and Sapphire Blue and it will also be available at VMALL.my so we hope you won't miss this chance again. In addition, there's another way to win a free honor 9 Lite and all you have to do is just take a selfie pic with your BFF. Here's how to enter the BFF Selfie Contest:

1. Snap a selfie with your BFF2. Upload to Instagram and tag your BFF3. Tag @Shopee_MY and hashtag #Shopeexhonor and #e9uallybeautiful4. The contestants must follow honor Malaysia Instagram Page5. Tell us in the caption why your BFF is beautiful to you!

And that's it! If you want to learn more about the Terms and Conditions, you can head over here and make sure you read them well to avoid being disqualified. The social contest will end at the end of March so have fun there.


Samsung VP confirms Galaxy S5 with new design coming in April 2014, iris scanner included?

As the rumour mill continues to churn for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S5, we now have some confirmed details of sorts from an inside source. Coming courtesy of Lee Young Hee, Executive VP of Samsung's Mobile Division, the confirmation is about several things including that the Galaxy S5 would be released by April 2014. The company also said that it knew that the design of the Galaxy S4 was too similar with the Galaxy S3 which is why we can also expect a new design for the S5. While they haven't said if this could mean a metal chassis, kevlar backside or just plain polka dots, a different design would make the S5 stand out more. The other notable rumour is that instead of a fingerprint scanner, the Samsung Galaxy S5 could include an iris scanner or eye scanner for bypassing password screens and certifying purchases. This feature we feel wouldn't be all that difficult to implement as you don't really need a dedicated eyeball scanner to do this. Other rumours include a three-sided curved display and more. In any case, April is still a few months off, so do take this rumour with a pinch of salt.[Source]


Samsung W21 5G is going to launch on 4 November

Last year, Samsung have launched the Galaxy Fold with China Telecom and it was renamed the Samsung W20 5G. So we are not surprised that the Galaxy Z Fold 2 is rename as Samsung W21 5G and it is going to launch on 4 November in China.

According to sources, the W21 5G (model number SM-W2021) features a body measurement of 128.2 x 159.2 x 6.2mm, weighing 288 grams. It comes with a 6.23-inch cover display and a 7.53-inch inner display, both displays sport a punch-hole design.

The gold variant of W21 5G which is not available on the standard Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2

On the other hand,  the device sports a Snapdragon 865+ chipset, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of internal storage. Besides that, this device features a dual-cell battery which is 2090mAh + 2160mAh battery capacity, and supports 25W fast charge technology.

On top of that, it comes with a 12MP selfie snapper and a triple rear camera setup. Lastly, it is running an Android 10 OS and features an in-screen fingerprint sensor. What do you think why Samsung have to rename the device in China? Let us know in the comments below, be sure to stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com.


Samsung Wallet introduced, combining Samsung Pay, Samsung Pass and more

For the first time, Samsung Electronics just launched its own Samsung Wallet and we can't say that we are surprised. Given the popularity of tech brands introducing their ecosystem to the users, Samsung Wallet was inevitable and here's what you can expect from the platform.

From the Samsung Newsroom, the company said the Samsung Wallet is more than just an ewallet payment service. It can also securely save passwords just like Samsung Pass as well as monitor its digital assets such as cryptocurrencies. Moreover, Samsung Wallet will include IDs, driving licenses and even student IDs.

On top of that, Samsung also plans to integrate SmartThings so users can add digital home keys and even digital automobile keys on selected BMW, Genesis and Hyundai vehicles. Korean Air boarding passes will be included in Samsung Wallet as well and in terms of security, it will include fingerprint recognition to safeguard sensitive data.

At the moment, Samsung Wallet is launched in France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the UK and the US for now. There is no official timeline for the Malaysian market and we may or may not even get it. Well, we just have to sit and wait but what do you think of Samsung Wallet? Let us know in the comments below and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Wallet launching in Malaysia at the end of January

Today, Samsung Electronics announced that Samsung Wallet will be available in eight new markets soon. From its newsroom, Malaysia happens to be one of the markets, alongside Australia, Brazil, Canada, Hong Kong, India, Singapore and Taiwan. The launching date is set for the end of January.

To refresh your memory, Samsung Wallet is not only an ewallet payment service but it can also do other things. This includes securely saving passwords just like Samsung Pass as well as monitoring its digital assets such as cryptocurrencies. Moreover, Samsung Wallet will include IDs, driving licenses and even student IDs.

On top of that, Samsung also plans to integrate SmartThings so users can add digital home keys. Boarding passes should be viable for Samsung Wallet as well and in terms of security, it will include fingerprint recognition to safeguard sensitive data. It is unknown if digital automobile keys will be available in the Malaysian market.

Last year, Samsung successfully launched the Samsung Wallet platform and expanded its services to 21 countries. We can't wait to see how the feature will benefit Samsung Malaysian users soon. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Wave 578 Review

Samsung Electronics Co, Ltd. a leading mobile phone provider, today announced the Samsung Wave 578 at Mobile World Congress 2011. The new bada handset is equipped with Near Field Communication (NFC) connectivity, a sleek, user-friendly design, and runs on bada, Samsung’s own smartphone platform.  Samsung Wave 578: NFC

Samsung Wave 578 is equipped with Near Field Communication (NFC) – a technology that allows users to enjoy many innovative services such as mobile payment at the shops and paying transportation fare, reading tags, getting mobile coupons, etc.

Users can enjoy the fastest connectivity available on the Samsung Wave 578. With Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 3.0, and USB 2.0, the device enables fast data rates and easy information sharing.Samsung Wave 578: Design & Build

With soft rounded edges that support an ergonomic grip and a sleek metallic body, the Samsung Wave 578 is comfortable to hold and fashionable in every social situation. The device does not compromise function for form and offers the best of both worlds with a sleek design and value-added features.

The QuickType by t9 Trace is two to three times faster than standard typing and supports more than 75 languages. It will deliver a more convenient typing experience while reducing input error. The Samsung Wave 578 is also equipped with multi-touch functionality so that users can easily zoom in and out and pinch the screen to browse and view the gallery.Samsung Wave 578: Enhanced Social Experiences

A rich communication suite (RCS) supports a wide variety of social communication on the Samsung Wave 578. Users can share content while chatting on the phone or send messages to several friends at the same time. The experience on the device is further maximized through SNS (social networking service) integration that seamlessly connects contacts across various social outlets, such as Facebook and Twitter, so that users can focus on the people who matter most. Push IM enables users to access messages anywhere and anytime on the Samsung Wave 578.

Samsung Apps, an integrated application store accessible from the device and online, allows Wave users to simply and easily download an abundance of applications. Featuring a wealth of games, navigation, social networking, e-book, health and lifestyle applications, Samsung Apps gives users instant access to a wide range of mobile experiences on the Samsung Wave 578 handset.

In a world flooded with cheap Android handsets, it's hard to get excited about the Samsung Wave 578. It's not as simple to use as a basic feature phone, but it lacks the apps and features of a fully fledged smart phone. We think its success depends on its price -- if it's cheap enough, it could be a good choice for a decent-looking bargain touchscreen phone.


Samsung Wave II Review

Samsung’s first Bada handset, the Samsung Wave was a kind of a trailblazer for the company.  The handset allowed the debut of the Super AMOLED screen technology and the Hummingbird processor of 1 GHz. The handset is sure to be a special place in the hearts of the techies. The Android is moving out slowly and the Bada is creeping in to the company’s portfolio. The Wave series of handsets include the popular Wave 525.

The Wave II is quite bigger in size when compared with its predecessor. The handset has a display of 3.7 inches. The screen makes  use of the Super AMOLED technology. The screen has a resolution of 480 x 800 pixels and supports 16 million colors. The Wave II is made of aluminum and has a larger profile that is comfortable to hold. The camera lens at the rear panel has a diamond shaped metallic opening. The handset is available in four different coloura such as black, white, pink and grey.

The Wave II makes use of the Bada OS 1.2 version. This operating system has some fixes like operating the handset when it is connected through the USB. There are some latest features like Swype like text input, OpenGL ES implementation for the improvement of games and improved browser. The Bada has all the requirements of the modern operating system. It has the home screens with the support to widgets. It also supports the social networks integration in the phone book. The main down side of the operating system is the lack of the support to third party applications. The basic applications like emails and calendar alone support the multi tasking. The handset is expected to upgrade to the Bada OS 2.0 in a few months. As a result of this updation, the handset will support the True Multitasking and the Adobe Flash.

The handset has a 5 mega pixel camera with the auto focus and the LED flash. The interface of the camera is touch friendly and it is a great pleasure to use. It has number of settings like preset scene modes and shooting modes. The time taken between shots is also very less. The shots captured in the outdoors appear with exact exposure and color representation. The details are slightly lacking. The camera is quite adequate for a phone as per the quality of the indoor images is concerned. The flash does its job of illuminating the objects clearly. The camera records high definition 720 pixel videos with a frame rate of 30 fps. The videos are smooth and they are of accurate colors. The exposure is the same as in the images.

The music playback of the handset is great as in the other Bada devices. The operating system supports the FLAC audio format which is lossless. It also has the 5.1 channel surround sound in the headset mode. There is also the Digital Natural Sound Engine DNSe feature in the handset. the interface of the music player is nice and it is better than the one used in the Froyo operating system. It has an in built music recognition software. Te default loud speaker is a bit unnatural and a better on is recommended. The handset is capable of playing any video that is thrown to it. It also plays the DivX and the XviD files in the high definition.Samsung Wave II - Performance:

The handset handles the calling capabilities well. It does not have dual microphones for the noise cancellation but only one that performs well in filtering the background noise completely. The earphone is also loud enough and the callers sound natural without any distortion. The loud speaker is tinny and weak. The 1500 mAh battery that is included in the handset is rated to offer a talk time of 6 hours and a stand by time of 20 days in the 3G connectivity.

Overall, the Samsung Wave II makes a very good impression as the younger, hulkier brother of the original. It has grown in size, thanks to the inclusion of a larger 3.7” screen, making it feel more solid and comfortable to operate. It’s somewhat disappointing that the screen is not Super AMOLED, as that would really make the handset stand out.Other than that, the Wave II exhibits the same sweet characteristics we’ve come to expect from Samsung’s high-end smartphones lately - powerful 1GHz Hummingbird chipset, wide codec support both for audio and video, and excellent camera module. The bada OS has a lot of features for which, with other mobile operating systems, you need 3rd party apps, but the Samsung Apps store has to catch up significantly with the sheer number of applications available for the most popular platforms. One of the biggest software drawbacks is the browser with its high compression rates and lack of true Adobe Flash Player 10.1 support, which is not coming any time soon. If you can live past these though, the Wave II is a pretty nicely-balanced performer.


Samsung Wave Review: First smartphone by Koreans using its own Bada OS

Samsung debuts its own breed of smartphones with the heavily-specced WaveThe Samsung Wave is the first smartphone created by the Koreans using its own Bada OS. With super-slim dimensions and a powerful processor chugging under the hood, can Samsung create a super phone in its own image?

The Wave is Samsung’s attempt at shaping the smartphone model in its own image, sculpting things both inside and out, and that certainly shows in the build quality. With a ridiculously thin 10.9mm profile, the Wave is so pocket friendly you won’t even know it’s there; although it is over 1mm thicker than the new Apple iPhone 4. We’re sure Samsung is now angry to have created such a chunky unit.

In the hand it’s a dream to hold, with an aluminium chassis, and the 3.3-inch screen looks huge within the svelte chassis – and that’s even before you power the handset up. Samsung’s has used the Wave to not only debut its own operating system, but also Super AMOLED screens: taking all the gorgeous sharpness of OLED technology and supercharging it to be even more jaw dropping than before.

Add to that the powerful 1GHz processor and ten home screens to drop your favourite widgets onto, and you can see Samsung has been taking its cues from both HTC and Apple when trying to create the next step in the smartphone evolution.

Samsung Wave: UIIf you’re familiar with Samsung touchscreen phones, then you may be saddened to hear that TouchWiz, the Koreans’ favoured overlay, is back again – but fear not, this is version 3.0 and it’s much more usable than before.Instead of an irritating drag-out bar to house all your icons and widgets, you get up to 10 home screens to throw all manner of  widgetry at – sadly you can’t put your favourite icons on there. Other little improvements are apparent throughout the phone too.

The Bada OS is also a whole new ecosystem of applications as well – Samsung has done fairly well to get a good few in there at launch, with the likes of a TV remote that uses Wi-Fi to control Samsung TVs the ilk of app already available.However, the Bada OS does feel a little ‘1.0’ – the aforementioned widget-only home screens and a poor messaging experience (the onboard dictionary is so inept at picking the right word when you’re hammering the on-screen keyboard that you’ll almost instantly turn the function off) – so we’re hoping that Samsung follows a similarly breakneck development path as Google with Android.

Samsung Wave: Camera and mediaSamsung’s smartphone abilities do at least extend to creating a ridiculously good media experience right out the box. Music playback is pristine, with a range of equaliser settings and virtual surround sound complementing the already excellent audio performance.Video is also brilliant – the Super AMOLED screen is so clear and bright that no matter what content you pump through there (and most formats are supported here) you’ll feel happy settling down on a long train journey with the Wave.And the trick is continued to the camera too – we’re talking HD video recording with a 5MP camera sensor. However, while the snapper will bring in some nice pics with a bevy of settings to tinker with, the HD video isn’t as crisp as we’d like.

Samsung Wave: InternetSadly, this intuition doesn’t extend to the internet browser – it’s still apparent Samsung (like lots of other handset manufacturers) hasn’t worked out how to make a rival to the iPhone’s wondrous web browsing experience.It’s forgotten to put in things like automatic text re-sizing, so if you want to view text on a web page all on one screen you’ll need to get out the magnifying glass. Despite Flash support, movies take a long time to display (at one point we waited about 30 seconds) and don’t always work, so it’s far from a seamless experienceAt least multi-touch pinch and zoom is supported, so whizzing in and out of web pages is a much easier experience than previous Samsung phones, where the ridiculous ‘one-finger’ approach was used – let’s be clear, two fingers is always better.

The battery life is also well optimised already with the Bada OS, again showing Samsung is intent on creating a decent user experience with its new wave of phones – we got between 1.5 to 2 days of use between charges, although if you hammer it for media and chuck on some push email and a fair chunk of internet browsing you’re probably only going to manage a day.

Samsung Wave: VerdictWe’re glad to see that Samsung has created a phone that is aimed at challenging the likes of the iPhone and the HTC Desire, but it comes off second best in nearly every category.Bada is nowhere near as fully-formed as Apple’s iOS (although it handles multi-tasking much more effectively) or even Android – some development work is still needed to make it as slick.The phone might be one of the stylish on the market too – but we still think more people will choose the iPhone 4 purely based on design, and others will be entranced by the larger screen on the Desire or the unibody stylings of the Legend.


Samsung Wave Y S5380 Malaysia Preview

The new Samsung Wave Y  S5380 is the cheapest phone among the three Bada OS phones announced by Samsung. Samsung had announced Samsung Wave 3 and Samsung Wave M other than the Samsung Wave Y. All the phone operate on Bada OS version 2.0 and they are all very good phones. These phones are smartphones but Samsung hasn’t built them to be Android. Samsung has manufactured a lot of phones with Android OS but these three phones are being launched in the market with a new operating system. The phone will be released in the last quarter of 2011.

Samsung Wave Y S5380 іѕ powered wіth standard 832 MHz processor. Thе RAM οr physical memory οf thіѕ smartphone іѕ unknown. If wе talk аbουt thе internal storage memory, іt hаѕ 150 MB οf memory. Furthermore, thіѕ phone supports microSD card up 32GB. Sο, уου саn expand іtѕ memory more up tο 32GB. Alѕο, Samsung offers a free 2 GB microSD card wіth thе pack οf іt. Samsung Wave Y S5380 hаѕ Bada OS, v2.0 аѕ іtѕ platform.

Thе construction аnd design οf thіѕ phone іѕ impressive. Samsung hаѕ tried tο mаkе іt іn a lighter weight. Samsung Wave Y S5380 hаѕ 102.4 g. Thіѕ much weight іѕ considered lighter fοr thіѕ range οf smartphones. Thе overall dimensions οf thіѕ phone аrе pretty well. 110 x 58.2 x 12.3 mm іѕ thе dimension οf thіѕ Samsung Wave Y S5380. If wе compare thе thickness οf thіѕ phone wіth οthеr smartphones thеn wе wіll find thіѕ phone іѕ nοt аѕ sleeker аѕ οthеr smartphones.

Thе camera configuration οf Samsung Wave Y S5380 іѕ supported bу a single camera. It hаѕ 2MP camera whісh саn click thе picture wіth maximum resolution οf 1600 x 1200 pixels аnd thеrе іѕ аlѕο LED flash feature іn thіѕ phone. Thеrе іѕ a 3.2 inches TFT capacitive touchscreen іn thіѕ phone whісh саn supports thе resolution οf 320 x 480 pixels аnd іt іѕ powered wіth TouchWiz UI.

Samsung Wave Y S5380 hаѕ standard Li-Ion 1200 mAh battery thаt саn give battery backup up tο 570 h аnd 6 h 40 min іn stand-bу mode аnd talk-time mode respectively. Thіѕ phone саn support GSM, EDGE, 2G аnd 3G HSDPA аnd 7.2 Mbps. It wаѕ аll аbουt thе Samsung Wave Y S5380 smartphone. If thе features аnd specifications οf thіѕ phone саn suit уου thеn уου саn gο fοr іt.


Samsung Wearables – The Future Is Here

Back in the year 1999, Samsung launched the world's very first watch phone – The SPH-WP10. The watch phone was capable of executing 90 minutes talk time and had a monochrome LCD screen. Then after a decade, the S9110 was released and it looked like a miniature phone making it the world's slimmest watch phone in the period. As time progressed, smartwatches came along and Samsung introduced the Galaxy Gear, followed by the Gear 2, Gear 2 Neo, Gear Fit, Gear S and now the Gear S2 which is coming to Malaysia on 27 November.

With wearables today, customers can utilize the technologies given on the watches to customize client interactions and personalize it. Take the Gear S for example, equipped with a 2-inch super AMOLED display, users can take a glance at their notifications or messages without having to take out their phone. Users are also able to accept calls, reply messages via on-screen keyboard or voice command and connect hands-free to e-mails, calendars, productivity applications and real-time notifications. To put it simply, your watch is like a smartphone now.

Aside from being a personal “assistant” to your workplace, it's also a perfect health and fitness companion. In the health and fitness section, the Gear Fit, Gear S, Gear 2 and Gear 2 Neo are made for users who are concerned about their daily activities. All these devices are lightweight and comfortable during a workout, tracking your movement and collecting data on your progress, such as your heart rate, steps taken daily, calorie intake, stress level, sun exposure and others. This can be accessed through S Health, and it's programmed for user to take control of their healthy lifestyles. Third party apps are also available for the devices, such  as Nike+ Running and Trek Bicycle for users to stay motivated.

As mentioned earlier, Samsung wearables have excellent connectivity that allows users to receive notifications and messages without having to take out their smartphone. The Gear S is a great example of this, it can connect through WiFi, 3G and Bluetooth. It can even receive calls with a vibrate function to notify you, making you feel like James Bond. This can be done through the Gear Circle pairing with your smartphone, and even lets you listen to some music and make voice commands via a Bluetooth connection.

Samsung wearables are usually rectangular with interchangeable wristbands, but the Gear 2 took the design look to another level by looking more elegant. The Gear Fit and Gear S applied the curved display technology for a comfortable and contoured fit. This has made the smartwatch line more fashionable, where users can customize screen options and change the straps according to their taste and style to define their personality. To win the users' taste of fashionable straps, Samsung partnered with leaders in the fashion industry like Moschino, Swarovski and Nicholas Kirkwood.

Nobody will know what the future holds, but as the technology and innovation continues to scale up; the future of Samsung Wearables is looking bright. But since our lifestyle have vastly changed so much with these smart devices from work to home, exercising and interacting, the future might have already arrived sooner than we think.


Samsung Week is coming soon with up to 75% discount off on selected gadgets

From 25 October to 7 November 2021, Samsung will be celebrating its 52nd Anniversary to thank all of the Samsung fans and customers. To kick off Samsung Week soon, the company is offering a variety of offers at the Samsung Online Store with deals up to 75% off.

Among the products, the Galaxy Z Flip3 5G will be featured in Samsung Week. Those who purchase it until 31 October will get an e-voucher worth RM350 and a one year plan of Samsung Care+ worth RM699. On the other hand, those who purchase the Galaxy Z Fold3 5G can get a RM500 e-voucher and a one year plan of Samsung Care+ worth RM799.

Moreover, Samsung Members will also receive a Car Charger worth RM59 with any mobile device purchased from the Samsung Online Store during Samsung Week. You can refer to the list of selected Samsung products on discount at the table below:

2 x UV Sterilizer with Wireless Charging

15% off + free installation and RM200 trade-in rebate

Front Load Washer with AI Ecobubble, 8.5KG

To see what other deals are available, do visit Samsung Online Store to learn more. Stay tuned for more trending tech gadget deals at TechNave.com.


Another honor 9 Lite on discount sale again on 25 April 2018 for RM699

As the best-selling smartphone for March 2018 on Shopee, honor Malaysia has announced that the honor 9 Lite will be going on a fansgiving promotion sale (again) on 25 April 2018, this time it will be as low as RM699.

Where can you get it? Well, aside from Shopee's platform, you can also purchase it on Vmall.my as well. This will be the third fansgiving promotion from the company and will start at 12 AM until 9 AM in the morning but strictly for Shopee only, whereas for Vmall's platform, it will start on 9 AM until 6 PM on the same day.

You can get yourself ready by bookmarking either Shopee or Vmall's website here and here respectively. For more information, you can check out our review on the phone to see if it's worth your ringgit. Stay tuned for more honor news at TechNave.com.


Samsung Wins 46 CES 2023 Innovation Awards from the Consumer Technology Association

Today, Samsung announced that 46 of its new products and service innovations have received CES 2023 Innovation Award honours. This includes three Best of Innovation Honorees from the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), alongside multiple categories.

From the Samsung Newsroom, several of these honorees incorporate eco-conscious features, including the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Galaxy Z Fold 4, which are both made with repurposed fishing nets and include 100% recycled paper for flagship product packaging. The company received recognition in Best of Innovation Honoree in Computer Peripherals & Accessories, Video Displays and Cybersecurity & Personal Privacy categories.

Samsung products were distinguished as Innovation Awards Honorees in Digital Imaging/Photography, Mobile Devices & Accessories, Gaming, Digital Health, Wearable Technologies and Video Displays, Home AV Components & Accessories and Software & Mobile Apps categories. Below is the list of highlighted best honorees.

The Innovation Awards are sponsored by CTA, the host and organizer of CES – recognized worldwide as the global stage for innovation and the most influential tech event in the world. CES 2023 will take place from the 5th through the 8th of January in Las Vegas, Nevada with a deeper focus on sustainability.


Samsung Wireless Audio 360 R7 hands-on video

The Samsung Wireless Audio 360 R7 is a RM2199 (with GST) egg-shaped wireless speaker that is compatible with either Android or iOS smartphones and offers a 360-degree surround sound. The speaker can be controlled using Samsung’s Multiroom app (available on Apple too) to adjust volume from other devices connected to the same sound system such as a TV or Soundbar, and even listen from other various music sources online such as Spotify. Check out our quick hands-on on it in the video below.