HUAWEI is partnering with three automobile companies to launch three sub-brands for smart vehicles

Unlike Xiaomi, it looks like HUAWEI will not be making its own smart vehicles. Instead, the company has announced that it will be partnering with three automobile companies to launch three sub-brands for smart cars. With that said, the Chinese tech giant will not be focusing on building cars but helping others build good cars by using its advanced technology.

At the Huawei Global Analyst Conference 2021 took place in Shenzhen, the rotating chairman Xu Zhijun revealed the first cooperation with BAIC New Energy on the ARCFOX Polar Fox brand. In the fourth quarter of 2021, there will be a series of smart vehicles being launched for the market. As for the two other companies which are Chongqing Changan and Guangzhou Automobile, the sub-brands' names have not been decided yet.

Recently, the company has also posted a teaser poster regarding the ARCFOX Polar Fox Alpha S which is a smart luxury car that will be released on 17 April in Shanghai. The vehicle is expected to adopt the most advanced three-LIDAR-carrying solution from HUAWEI, and also come with 6-millimeter wave radars, 12 cameras, 13 ultrasonic radars with a HUAWEI chip that has a computing power of up to 352Tops, forming an autonomous driving solution above the L3 level.

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HUAWEI is planning to launched a dual-screen smartphone?

HUAWEI has a new device patent images registered which shows a dual screen design smartphone. This new smartphone design patent is not the usual foldable smartphone design but having an additional display on the back. A HoiINDI designer created high-quality 3D images of the upcoming device according to the patent images.

According to the images, we can see it has a dual punch hole camera on the top left corner of the display. The front display seems to be a quad curved display design with small bezels at the top and bottom. On the sides we have the regular power button and volume rocker. But what makes this device stand out is the rear display on the back of the phone.

On the back, the display is not fully stretched till the bottom of the device but a little rectangular display along with the quad camera housing at the top of which one of the lenses is a periscopic  lens for better optical zoom purposes. The display shows information like time, date, weather forecast, battery power, applications notifications and might be used as your viewfinder as well.

Either way, there is no official confirmation on the tech specs and releasing dates yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. Since this is still a prototype, what do you think of it? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com.


HUAWEI is releasing a new smartwatch named as the HUAWEI Watch Fit next month!

Smartwatches and True-Wireless earbuds are now only of the most demanding tech gadgets by consumers aside from smartphones recently. HUAWEI as one of the top smartphone manufacturers has catch this opportunity by releasing another new smartwatch and recently been certified by the Bluetooth SIG.According to the source, the new certified HUAWEI smartwatch has a different model number from the upcoming HUAWEI Watch GT 2 Pro and HONOR Watch GS Pro. So we are expecting it to be the HUAWEI Watch Fit that leaked a few weeks ago rather than the Mate Watch series which HUAWEI teases recently that will go official alongside the Mate 40 series.

HUAWEI Watch Fit gets Bluetooth SIG certification.

The new HUAWEI Watch Fit is expected to feature a 1.64-inch AMOLED rectangular display but not the usual rounded ones. It will act more like a fitness tracker which comes with swimming, cycling, running, barometer, built-in GPS tracker, as well as both the sleeping tracking monitor and also a heart rate sensor on the front. As for battery life, it can last around 10 days of battery life.Either way, we don’t have the official confirmation for the tech spec and releasing date for the HUAWEI Watch Fit yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But what we do know is it might be launching in September with the price around 119 Euros (~RM587). Let us know what do you think about it on our Facebook page and stay tuned for the latest tech news updates on TechNave.com.


HUAWEI is set to launch the HUAWEI Band 6 Pro this month!

This month will be a very exciting month especially for HUAWEI fans as the company is set to launch a handful of products. While most of us are focusing on the arrival of the latest flagship device HUAWEI P50 series, there is a leak today revealing some other interesting products coming alongside with the HUAWEI P50 series too.

According to the popular HUAWEI-related leakster @菊厂影业Fans, he posted on his Weibo account that there are few more products that are planned for the launch and among them, there are two products that caught our attention which are the HUAWEI Band 6 Pro and the HUAWEI Children’s Watch 4X Pro.

As the HUAWEI Band 6 just got released in March this year, in just 3 months time, the HUAWEI Band 6 Pro version is set to launch this month. While there will be two kids focused products which are the Children’s Watch 4X and a smart display for kids. However, there will not be any new notebooks this month

Either way, there is still no official information on the tech specs and release dates on these aforementioned products, so take this with a pinch of salt. But among these new HUAWEI products, which caught your attention the most? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


HUAWEI launches the FreeBuds Pro 2 with significant upgrades on the sound

After two years, HUAWEI finally brought the successor of its highly praised truly wireless earbuds, FreeBuds Pro. The FreeBuds Pro 2 does come with significant upgrades in terms of sound technology. Let's continue reading to find out what they are!

First of all, HUAWEI has partnered with Devialet, a well-known French audio company, to make this pair of earbuds. The FreeBuds Pro 2 features Ultra-Hearing True Sound Dual Driver that combines a planar diaphragm for treble and overtones alongside a quad-magnet dynamic driver for low and medium frequencies. Of course, there's also active noise cancellation, with HUAWEI claiming it cancels up to 47dB of noise. Besides that, the earbuds offer a wide sound range as well, which goes as low as 14Hz and all the way to 48kHz.

Furthermore, HUAWEI has adapted a 4-Mic Call Noise Cancellation System that ensures the user's voice stands out, blocking the background noise. Software-side, it comes with the True Adaptive EQ that automatically tunes the earbuds to the user's ear canal structure, posture, and volume level. There are also supports for LDAC and dual device pairing. Other tech specs worth mentioning include IP54 certified for water resistance and up to 30 hours of battery life with the charging case.

It's unsure when will the FreeBuds Pro 2 land in Malaysia, but we'll let you know if any information arrives. What do you think about HUAWEI's new pair of truly wireless earbuds? Drop a comment to let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech gadget news.


HUAWEI launches the MateStation B515 as first PC powered by an in-house CPU

HUAWEI is now entering the business computer market by launching a new PC that is powered by an in-house CPU. As many are impressed with the performance of Apple's M1 chip, some of you must be thinking that HUAWEI's in-house CPU would be on the same level as well. However, it is not true as the new HUAWEI CPU is not there yet.

The new HUAWEI MateStation B515 is powered by the Kunpeng 920 processor and comes bundled with a 23.8-inch monitor. According to the source, the Kunpeng 920 is equipped with 4-core and 8-core configurations with a clock speed of 2.6GHz.

Besides that, the processor also sports an 8GB memory that can be upgraded to 16GB DDR4 3200 memory, NVMe solid-state drives, and a 1TB mechanical hard drive. It comes with a USB Type-C fast charging interface, dual wireless Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.0 support as well.

HUAWEI has made an in-house smart keyboard that has power key fingerprint recognition and smartphone NFC connectivity for productivity. The desktop will also have Windows 10 pre-installed and a built-in Huawei cloud space to share files with other devices. Currently, the workstation PC is only available in China and the company may be putting in the effort to become the desktop PC of choice for Chinese offices.

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ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG review - A 7-inch powerhouse tablet phone for the masses

Those looking for a larger smartphone or tablet with phone capabilities may often find that these devices are rather larger than the actual screen. For those looking for a more compact 7-inch display smartphone or 3G tablet, ASUS have come out with their ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG. Noticeably more compact, slimmer and thinner, this tablet with smartphone capabilities offers a good amount of features and tech specs including a new 64-bit processor. However, is it the all-in-one device you're looking for? Check out our review of the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG below.

While the previous ASUS Fonepad 7 FE170CG already shaved off quite a few milimeters from the original thick bezel design at 192 x 110 x 10.7mm, the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG shaves off even more at 194.3 x 108.9 x 9.8mm (compare the tech specs). The design is similar to the ASUS Fonepad 8 with it's rounded corners and flat back but retains a 5MP rear camera with no LED flash that sticks out or protrudes a little. The power and volume rocker buttons are also slanted at an angle which helps to avoid any accidental power-on situations but also makes it a bit difficult to turn on when it lays flat. Unlike some other ASUS tablets, the Fonepad 7 FE375CG packs in a capable 5MP PixelMaster camera on the back along with a 2MP front camera. The 7-inch screen offers 1280 x 800 pixel resolutions and is good for viewing at different angles while two front speakers adorn the bottom and top bezels for some loud and crystal clear audio. Check out the full tech specs for the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG below:

The tech specs of the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG

Flat and thin with rounded corners, the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG fits well into the palm of your hand

The unlaminated back does get stained rather easily so make sure to use a proper cover

The PixelMaster technology allows for various photography and video recording filters on the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG

The ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG performed much higher than the normal Fonepad 7 tablet. This includes AnTuTu performance of 40556, 3DMark at 11107 and Epic Citadel at 60fps. Usually 40000 scores and above on AnTuTu are for flagship devices. Our real-life testing also proved it very capable with smooth Asphalt 8:Airborne performance on medium quality settings. Using the Fonepad 7 FE375CG to write articles, browse the Internet, answer emails and edit photos we found the tablet to be very capable (more than 7 apps active at a time) with loud audio from the speakers and fairly reliable 3G and WiFi connectivity. Call quality is good and the cameras deliver above average image and video recording. While the ZenUI apps are certainly useful most of the time, they do take up space with only about 3.79GB or so of the 8GB storage is available. Build quality is good, but the lack of a protective layer (like Corning Gorilla Glass) means that the screen can scratch easily, so getting a screen protector on it is the first thing you should do. We also found that you should probably get a good quality cover as the unlaminated matte backside can get stained by the not so good covers. The tablet doesn't get hot even when playing 3D but we found that the battery has a high discharge rate (which could explain the higher performance). This means that on minimal usage the FE375CG can last almost 24 hours but on medium to heavy usage battery life is about 6 to 8 hours.

AnTuTu scores were quite high for a tablet, almost flagship smartphone level

The same can be said for the 3DMark performance, which is also very high for a tablet

We suspect that the Fonepad 7 FE375CG has a high discharge rate so you only get close to 24 hours on a single charge, again something which is different from most 7-inch tablets

Asphalt 8:Airborne performance was very smooth and fast on medium settings

Performance on Epic Citadel is very fast

While there is no low-light mode, the camera still does well in low-light conditions

Even without LED flash, the camera performs well

Overall, the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG delivers performance much higher than you'd expect from an RM649 tablet. However, due to the not so stunning battery life the tablet comes off more like a muscle car with poor fuel consumption. Sure, it can definitely be your all-in-one device but only if you don't mind charging it every night. The high discharge rate means that doing otherwise would result in a tablet that won't turn on at all in the morning. The compact lines and solid build quality of this tablet certainly make it a great 7-inch display smartphone while the powerful hardware should let it run most demanding games or apps. Even better to know is that it is currently being offered by some sellers at around RM539 and lower. It should make a pretty good gaming tablet were it not for the limited space available but you should be able to get around this with a fast and large microSD memory card.


HUAWEI launches the largest Health Lab to offer health and fitness solutions

Not only the smartphone business, it looks like HUAWEI has also invested a lot of money and effort in the research for its wearables. Recently, the company has opened its largest Health Lab in Songshan Lake, Dongguan, China. Besides studying health-related technology, the new 4,680m² facility also supports the research, incubation and testing of smart wearable products.

The newly-opened Health Lab has a professional optical motion capture system, which includes 28 high-speed infrared cameras supporting a peak sampling rate of 10,000 Hz, allowing it to record a wide range of subjects, including moving bullets, with millimetre-level accuracy. It can be used to study the human body alongside attitude data, allowing the company to innovate its products.

There's also a physiology research area equipped with cardiopulmonary function and metabolism meters, heart rate belts, and high-performance treadmills for researchers to monitor data such as VO2 max, calorie consumption, and workout heart rate. Until now, the laboratory has already captured 192,500 km of running data in this year alone.

It doesn't just stop there. The lab has a micro-physical examination area as well that allows users to use HUAWEI wearable products to measure blood pressure and SpO2. Users can start tracking by connecting a HUAWEI smartwatch, HUAWEI Vision, and other third-party equipment. After that, they can perform activities like competing with friends while using rowing machines and spinning bikes.

Does the new HUAWEI Health Lab sound cool to you? Leave a comment to let us know your thoughts and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more tech news.


HUAWEI might be allowed to buy chips from the US again, but not for smartphones

HUAWEI could be taking small steps to free itself from the US trade ban as it's reported that the Chinese company could be allowed to purchase chips from the country again. However, the chips are not for smartphones but car parts such as video screens and sensors. Therefore, you might need to put the thought of the company gaining back its access to the Qualcomm chips or even Android on hold.

The report came from Reuters, and it's said that the insight is provided by "two people familiar with the matter". Since auto components are not considered "sophisticated", HUAWEI might be approved to buy chips from the country again. It also seems like that the company is leaning towards technology that is less likely to get banned from the US nowadays.

Most of us know that HUAWEI has taken a big hit in its smartphone business because of the trade ban. The company had even decided to stop producing the Kirin processors altogether. Due to that, it has given chances for other smartphone companies to surpass the once biggest smartphone manufacturer.

Besides smartphones, HUAWEI's other product lines are still as exciting, and we would also like to see the company venturing into new tech products to bring new life to the brand. Share your thoughts with us in the comment section and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech update.


HUAWEI might be building something to bring 5G to its smartphones

Most of us know HUAWEI has stopped producing 5G smartphones for quite a long while due to the trade ban. Although the Chinese tech giant worked hard on the 5G development, it still can't offer its solution to the industry. However, it seems like HUAWEI has identified a workaround to bring 5G connectivity to its smartphones, and it's something interesting.

According to the source, HUAWEI might be developing a special smartphone case that offers a built-in 5G modem. Although there's no information on how it works, it could just happen through the USB-C port. Therefore, the users can just plugin and have 5G on the go. Despite sounding good, the source mentions that it'll not be as powerful as an integrated 5G chipset.

HUAWEI had launched the P50 series last year, and it came without 5G. It has become the first flagship series from the company that doesn't support the latest communication technology. Therefore, having such accessories might be better than nothing.

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


HUAWEI might finally launch new HiSilicon chips in 2022

HUAWEI has had a rough time with its chip division HiSilicon due to the trade ban imposed by the US. However, it looks like the Chinese tech company is planning for a strong comeback this year by uploading this intriguing poster, as it suggests that HUAWEI will bring the chips back after a 2-year hiatus.

The poster shared by HUAWEI's official Weibo account has a big '2022' printed in the middle. Meanwhile, there's also a slogan that hints at the possibilities for the return of the chips. Besides that, not much is known about what the company is up to at the moment.

It would be great if the company were back making flagship chips again as some of its earlier works were even strong competitors to Qualcomm Snapdragon's flagships. Making or not, we could only wait for HUAWEI to explain what is exactly going on.

What do you think about HUAWEI making new HiSilicon chips once again? Share your opinion with us by dropping a comment, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


HUAWEI might soon drop a bunch of devices with MediaTek's Dimensity chipsets

After parting ways with TSMC, HUAWEI has secured a big stock of Dimensity chipsets from MediaTek, as discovered from the chip manufacturer's quarterly results. Now, it is reported that HUAWEI might soon announce a bunch of smartphones that come with MediaTek's chipsets.

Earlier in August, the news has come saying that MediaTek applied for the license to work with HUAWEI despite the U.S. ban. It is surprising to find out that both of the companies are this quick to start their latest projects after the news broke, or might have even finished.

According to the quarterly results, MediaTek has its revenue and net profit both up year-over-year for almost 45% and 94% respectively. The chip manufacturer claims that it's because the Dimensity chipsets are getting a good chunk of the market share as 5G is emerging. With that said, we can't wait to see new HUAWEI 5G devices with the manufacturer's chipsets to enter the market soon!

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HUAWEI nova 10 series Malaysia release: SD 778 4G SoC, 120Hz display, and 100W fast charge, starts from RM1,499

Besides the Mate 50 series, HUAWEI has also brought the mid-range nova 10 series to Malaysia. Three devices, nova 10, nova 10 Pro, and nova 10 SE, will be available for pre-order, starting 12 November to 17 November 2022. You may continue reading to find out which nova 10 device has the tech specs that suit your needs!

The HUAWEI nova 10 and 10 Pro use an OLED display that supports up to 120Hz refresh rate and 300Hz touch sampling rate. However, the nova 10's screen size is slightly smaller at 6.67-inch with FHD+ 2400 × 1080 pixels, while the one on Pro variant measures 6.78-inch with FHD+ 1200 × 2652 pixels. Under the hood, both devices pack the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G SoC, paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB internal storage.

Furthermore, the nova 10 has a 4,000mAh battery, and the nova 10 Pro uses a 4,500mAh package, supporting 66W fast charge and 100W fast charge, respectively. Photography-wise, they offer a triple rear camera system with a 50MP primary camera (f/1.9 aperture for nova 10 and f/1.8 aperture for nova 10 Pro), an 8MP ultra-wide macro sensor, and a 2MP depth sensor. Both also use a 60MP sensor on the front, but the Pro has an extra 8MP Portrait Close-up camera.

Coming to the nova 10 SE, the device sports a 6.67-inch OLED that supports up to 90Hz refresh rate and 270Hz touch sampling rate. It packs a Snapdragon 680G 4G chipset alongside 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The battery is at 4,500mAh and supports 66W charging. On the rear, it packs a triple camera setup consisting of a 108MP primary camera, 8MP ultra-wide, and a 2MP macro sensor. Meanwhile, the front gets a 16MP camera for selfies and video calls.

The HUAWEI nova 10 and nova 10 Pro will be available in Starry Silver and Starry Black, priced at RM2,199 and RM2,599, respectively. For the nova 10 SE, the model comes in Mint Green and Starry Black with a retail price of RM1,499. Pre-ordering these devices will get you some HMS exclusive rewards, but the nova 10 and nova 10 Pro have an extra free HUAWEI Watch Fit.

What do you think about the nova 10 series devices? Leave a comment to let us know, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more local smartphone launches.


HUAWEI nova 10 series to launch in June with a 5G case

Previously, it was rumoured that HUAWEI is working on a case that provides a 5G connection to smartphones. Due to the US trade ban, the Chinese company had stopped producing 5G smartphones for quite a while. Using the method, HUAWEI might let its users experience the latest communication technology once again. Now, it's said that the case will launch alongside the nova 10 series.

According to a tipster from Weibo, HUAWEI would launch the nova 10 series in June but still without 5G. However, the company might present its 5G case at the same event. If the case didn't get introduced as expected, we would have to wait until the third quarter of 2022. There's not much information regarding the case at the moment, and it's also unknown if it'll be developed by HUAWEI itself or other third-party accessory manufacturers.

As for the nova 10, there's also barely anything. The previous nova 9 came with a 6.57-inch display and a quad-camera setup on the rear comprising 50MP primary, 8MP ultrawide, 2MP depth, and 2MP macro units. Under the hood, it packs Snapdragon 778G, although the chip loses its 5G capabilities. Therefore, the nova 10 should bring upgrades to these mentioned tech specs.

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


HUAWEI nova 11 Series release: Satellite communication, SD 778G SoC and 100W charging from ~RM1608

As we’ve alluded to previously, HUAWEI today launched its latest mid-range offering in China, the HUAWEI nova 11 series. Comprising the nova 11, nova 11 Pro and nova 11 Ultra, read on to find out about the lineup in depth.

One thing that’s shared across all three variants is satellite communication, which is the first to be present in a mid-range device. All three models also feature XD Portrait camera technology for the front and rear image sensors which greatly improves portrait photography.

According to HUAWEI China, the entry-level nova 11 features a 6.7-inch 120Hz flat OLED panel with an FHD+ resolution and is protected by Kunlun glass. Under the hood, it is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC, up to 512GB storage and features a 4500mAh battery with support for 66W charging.

As for imaging, the nova 11 has a 50MP main + 8MP ultra-wide dual-camera setup at its rear and a 60MP selfie camera at the front.

Next up, the nova 11 Pro packs a 6.78-inch 120Hz curved OLED screen with a resolution of 2652 x 1200 pixels and is protected by Kunlun glass. Under the hood, it’s also powered by the Snapdraogn 778G SoC. up to 512GB of storage and features a 4500mAh battery with 100W fast charging support. Camera-wise, the nova 11 Pro sports a 50MP main + 8MP ultra-wide dual-camera setup at its rear and a 60MP main + 8MP portrait dual camera at the front.

Finally, the top ranging nova 11 Ultra sports a 6.78-inch 120Hz curved OLED panel with a resolution of 2652 x 1200 pixels and is protected by Kunlun Glass. Under the hood, the same Snapdragon 778G SoC is still present, with up to 512GB storage and features a 4500mAh battery with 100W fast charging.

The nova 11 Ultra packs a variable aperture lens on its cameras, the first for a mid-range device. At the rear, there’s a 50MP main + 8MP ultra-wide + 2MP depth triple-camera setup, while the front has a 60MP main + 8MP portrait dual-camera setup.

The vanilla and Pro variants are offered in Black, Gold, White and Bright Green, while the nova Ultra configuration is offered in Black and Bright Green with a leather-like texture. Here are the prices for all three models in China:

As of the time of writing, HUAWEI has yet to reveal whether the lineup will be released globally. So, what do you guys think of the nova 11 series? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


HUAWEI nova 11 confirmed to launch this 17 April

HUAWEI has announced that it will be launching the next-gent nova series next week, the HUAWEI nova 11. The successor to the nova 10, the smartphone is set for release at 2.30pm on 17 April in China.

Taking to its Weibo account, HUAWEI also showed off the rear design of the nova 11 in a poster. The smartphone is shown in a dark green colour with a leather-like texture.

Furthermore, the camera module of the device is reminiscent of the unique oval shape of its predecessor. Besides that, no further information was given about the nova 11, so we just have to wait until launch day to find out more.

If it’s anything like its predecessor, we can expect the device to also launch in Malaysia and globally. However, this will inevitably be a quite while later after its release in China.

So, are you excited about the nova 11? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news.


HUAWEI nova 8 SE 4G release: Kirin 710A, 66W charging and quad-camera setup at ~RM1,392

Although we're already in the nova 9 era, it seems like HUAWEI is not letting go of the nova 8 series yet by launching the nova 8 SE 4G today. It's also a device that uses a Kirin chipset, which we haven't heard of for a while. Now, let's find out the other tech specs brought by the device!

The nova 8 SE 4G gets powered by the Kirin 710A SoC paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It also sports a 6.5-inch OLED screen of FullHD resolution with an under-display fingerprint scanner and a waterdrop notch on top for a 16MP camera. Under the hood, it packs a 3,800mAh that supports quite a high fast charging capacity at 66W.

Furthermore, the nova 8 SE 4G comes with a quad-camera setup that consists of a 64MP primary camera, an 8MP ultrawide lens, a 2MP macro lens, and a 2MP depth sensor. The phone is currently only available in China so that it undoubtedly runs the HarmonyOS 2. For the price, the device is selling at 2,099 Yuan (~RM1,392), with four colour options - Sky Gradient, Silver, Blue, and Black.

What are your thoughts on this new HUAWEI nova device? Drop a comment to let us know and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more smartphone launches.


ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG unboxing video

The new range of 64-bit Intel Atom powered tablets from ASUS continues to expand and this time we got our hands on the ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CG. While it doesn't differ much from the ASUS Fonepad 8, the smaller 7-inch display does make it more appropriate to make calls and lets you carry it easier. The tablet also features dual-SIM support, 3G connectivity and a 5MP PixelMaster rear camera. According to ASUS Malaysia, the tablet is being offered at a retail price of RM649, but we've seen it available from as low as RM599 at certain third-party sellers. Check out our unboxing video below to see what else comes in the box:


HUAWEI nova 8, best for those who love taking photos and videos? | Unboxing & Hands-On!

After some delays, the HUAWEI nova 8 is finally released in Malaysia at the price of RM1899. The main highlight of the nova 8 this time will be the new refreshing design, a new Nebular camera housing design on the rear and the Blush Gold color, 66W HUAWEI SuperCharge, 90Hz Curved OLED Display and the 64MP AI Quad Camera setup!

In terms of the tech specs, it comes with a 6.57-inch curved OLED 90Hz refresh rate display and 240Hz touch sampling rate. As for the cameras, it sports a 64MP (main) + 8MP (ultrawide) + 2MP (macro) + 2MP (depth) quad rear camera and a 32MP AI front camera. Under the hood, we got a Kirin 820E chipset coupled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage that is powered by a 3800mAh. So is the battery life good enough? Let's check out the unboxing video below!

Stay tuned for more unboxing and in-depth reviews on TechNave.com.


HUAWEI nova 9 global version will be launching on 23rd October

HUAWEI unveiled the upcoming nova 9 on 23 September in China and the company will be launching two new smartphones in the global markets on 21 October in Vienna, Austria. Both the HUAWEI nova 9 and the HUAWEI nova 8i will be launched at the event. This will be the first global launch out of China after a while.

Since it launched in China, we probably know what’s coming in. The HUAWEI nova 9 comes with a 6.57-inch FHD+ OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. It is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset coupled with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.  As for the cameras,  it sports a 50MP main camera, 8MP ultrawide angle camera, 2MP macro, and 2MP depth sensors.

On the front, it comes with a 32MP selfie snapper. The HUAWEI nova 9 comes with a 4,300mAh battery that supports up to 66W fast charging. As for the HUAWEI nova 8i, it comes with a 6.67-inch FHD+ LCD display powered by Snapdragon 662 chipset coupled with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. It sports a 64MP triple camera lens with a 4,300mAh battery with support of 66W fast charging too.As of now, there’s still no official confirmation on the Malaysia launching date for the HUAWEI nova 9 yet, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But we are expecting to get more announcements soon. Do stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


HUAWEI nova 9 series is coming and it might not have 5G

The successor of the HUAWEI nova 8 series might be launched soon with Kirin 990E chipset. According to recent reports, the nova 9 series that includes the vanilla nova 9 and nova 9 Pro could be presented in either August or September. Now, let's look at some of the things that are coming (or not...) with the devices!

It is said that the nova 9 series is similar to its predecessors in terms of design by sporting the same multi-module camera enclosed in an oval-shaped block. However, there's no information regarding the tech specs of the camera sensors at the moment. The device is also expected to have a refresh rate of at least 90Hz and a battery with support for 66W fast charging or more.

Furthermore, rumours were saying that the upcoming nova 9 series could ditch 5G capability due to a shortage of electronic components. For this, we might need to wait for the official confirmation. Other than the nova 9, HUAWEI is also expected to announce the P50 series and MatePad 11 in either July or August.

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


HUAWEI nova Superstar Truck Roadshow to continue until the end of September 2018

Over the long Merdeka weekend holidays, Huawei Malaysia celebrated with 20,000 visitors on Malaysia's 61st Independence Day at Gegaria Festival 2018. Started from 31 August until 1 September 2018, it was a joint collaboration between Huawei Malaysia and Media Prima, which the #KitaPunya Malaysia concert feature many local celebrities such as Bunkface, Kugiran Masdo, Misha Omar, Wany Hasrita, Stacy, and Faizal Tahir.

Also during the festival, the company showcased their latest Nova 3 and Nova 3i smartphones in the HUAWEI nova Superstar Truck Roadshow, allowing the public to snap quick photos of themselves and with the celebrities as well. The passer-bys also participated in the Karaoke Challenge, Water Pong game, and stood a chance to win exclusive merchandises like Body Fat Scale, The Voice Pendrive, a foldable bag, Justice League-themed keychain and car holder, amongst many others. Below are some of the pictures taken from the event.

By the way, the HUAWEI nova Superstar Truck Roadshow is still on-going until the last day of September. Below is the scheduled date for the rest of the states, happening at 3PM until 11PM.

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HUAWEI nova Y61 release: 50MP main camera, 5000mAh battery and 22.5W SuperCharge

HUAWEI today quietly updated its global website with a new device that is likely to be marketed in the affordable smartphone segment, the HUAWEI nova Y61. It features a 6.52-inch LCD display with an HD+ resolution (1600 x 720 pixels), a standard 60Hz refresh rate and supports up to 1.67 million colours.

The screen also features a teardrop notch which houses a front-facing 5MP camera with an F2.2 aperture. At its rear, there’s a 50MP main + 2MP macro + 2MP depth triple-camera setup with autofocus. The rear camera setup supports the usual HUAWEI camera modes, including Photo Mode, Portrait Mode, Pro Mode, Panorama Mode, Aperture Mode, Slow-Mo, Light Painting, Moving Picture, Super Macro and High-Res Mode.

Besides that, the device itself is relatively lightweight at 188g and its dimensions are 164.28mm x 75.8mm x 8.94mm. The nova Y61 comes in three colour options, Sapphire Blue, Mint Green and Midnight Black.

Under the hood, the smartphone is powered by an unnamed octa-core SoC with either 4 or 6GB of RAM. HUAWEI’s global website noted that the 6GB model will only be available in the Asia Pacific region. As for storage options, the device comes in just a singular 64GB configuration.

The nova Y61 also sports a 5000mAh battery with support for 22.5W HUAWEI SuperCharge. Other notable specs include USB-C, Bluetooth 5.1, NFC, a 3.5mm audio jack, dual-SIM and a side fingerprint scanner. Given that this is likely a budget smartphone, the device does not support 5G.

As of the time of writing, HUAWEI has yet to reveal the nova Y61’s pricing and availability. However, given that it is already published on the Chinese tech giant’s global website, do expect the device to be launched soon.

So, what do you guys think of the nova Y61? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and as always, make sure to stay tuned to TechNave for the latest tech news and releases such as this!


HUAWEI nova Y70 users can get various welcome app gift packs with HUAWEI AppGallery

Along with the recent launch of the HUAWEI nova Y70 for RM699, HUAWEI Malaysia have also announced that users can get various welcome app gift packs with the nova Y70 via the HUAWEI AppGallery. Just for a refresher, the HUAWEI nova Y70 features a huge 6000 mAh battery with 22.5W HUAWEI SuperCharge and a large 6.75-inch display amongst its tech specs.

As per the announcement, HUAWEI nova Y70 users can enjoy the following welcome app gift packs:

If you didn’t know already, HUAWEI’s AppGallery offers up a diverse range of apps. Here are some suggestions for those apps from HUAWEI:

If you need more information about the HUAWEI AppGallery check out their site. As the top 3 ranked app marketplace worldwide, AppGallery will continue to release new apps and games onto the platform.

Hopefully this helps you HUAWEI nova Y70 users but if you need more info about the phone you can also check it out directly from the HUAWEI nova Y70 site too. As always stay tuned to TechNave.com


HUAWEI patents a rollable device that comes with a special magnetic mechanism

HUAWEI might be up to something more exciting than foldable smartphones. It is spotted that the company has filed a patent with World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO ) earlier this year for a rollable device. According to the patent, the device mainly uses magnets for the display to be extended.

The magnetic mechanism in the device helps flatten the panel when pulled out, which means that the display won't be folded or bent once out of the frame. It uses two strategically placed magnets to achieve that, and it's also said to prevent the creasing of the display. Furthermore, the material used for the display panel is a plastic organic light-emitting diode (POLED) display with a plastic base layer. When it's not extended, it wraps around the device.

Besides that, the patent also demonstrates three modes of how the rollable smartphone can be used. One of the modes is the standard mode, in which the display wraps around the device and has the size of the conventional smartphone. The other two modes are either the display is pulled out slightly or pulled out completely. At the moment, it is unsure if HUAWEI will bring this patent to reality. As we've seen several patents for rollable smartphones from different brands, one of them will have to really make one at some point.

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HUAWEI plans to build a factory in Shanghai to manufacture 45nm, 28nm, and 20nm chips

Unlike Samsung, HUAWEI only design chipsets without involving themselves in the manufacturing part. Therefore, the aftermath caused by the U.S. ban brought a rather big impact on the company's chip supply. Earlier, it was reported that the Kirin 9000 will be HUAWEI's last flagship chip. Now, the Chinese tech giant might be stepping out of the comfort zone and try to start manufacturing chips.

According to the source, HUAWEI is planning to build a chip factory in Shanghai that does not use American technology. Insiders are saying that the manufacturing plant is expected to start with manufacturing low-end 45nm chips. The source also mentions that HUAWEI's goal is to manufacture 28nm chips for Internet of Things equipment by the end of 2021, and 20nm chips for 5G telecom equipment by the end of 2022.

Since mid-September, the company no longer has access to the supply of 5nm Kirin 9000 chipsets from TSMC. The company has ordered 15 million units of the mentioned chipset from the manufacturing plant but could only get 8.8 million units at the end. However, with this news surfacing, we hope that HUAWEI will start manufacturing their own cutting-edge chipsets one day.

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HUAWEI presents its first anti-lost tracker, HUAWEI Tag

HUAWEI has launched its first tracker and named it HUAWEI Tag. The company's offering is quite similar to what we've seen from the others, such as the Apple AirTag. Now, let's find out what features it offers!

The HUAWEI tracker weighs 6g and has a 5.6mm thickness. It supports near-field search technologies with a maximum 92-decibel siren and a pop-up window that promptly notifies you when your stuff gets left behind. Furthermore, there are long-distance object detection, remote location via Huawei's "find" network, and positioning via hundreds of millions of HUAWEI devices. It also encrypts the reporting of location data, which can be anonymous in both directions and includes a security reminder function for unknown HUAWEI Tags to prevent tracking.

Other features include IP67 dust and water resistance, NFC connectivity, and a battery that lasts more than one year. The HUAWEI Tag costs 99 Chinese Yuan (~RM65) for a single unit and 299 Chinese Yuan (~RM197) for a four-piece set. Meanwhile, the leather keychain will gets sold at 69 Yuan (~RM45). The device will get formally presented on 30 July.

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HUAWEI removes Tencent games from their app store due to disagreement

Following Apple's App Store purge, HUAWEI has also removed some games from their app store today. However, the Chinese tech giant is only removing the games that are developed by Tencent specifically rather than thousands of them.

According to the source, the action was taken after the HUAWEI Game Center community pointed out that Tencent Games has made major changes to the cooperation between both companies at 17:57 on 31 December 2020. As the changes do not comply with HUAWEI's regulations, the games developed by Tencent were later removed from the app store.

For now, both sides have issued statements saying that they are actively negotiating so that they can continue their cooperation in the future. Tencent Games claims that the removal is caused by the failure to renew the contract between HUAWEI’s mobile game platform and their “Mobile Game Promotion Project Agreement”. However, insiders believe that it is the download share ratio that causes this to happen.

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ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CL with Android 5.0 appears at TENAA

Another day, another device appearing at China's TENAA, this time it is the latest ASUS Fonepad 7 FE375CL tablet with smartphone capabilities. The FE375 series is a bit higher-end compared to say the FE170 or FE171 and as such comes with a 64-bit 1.3GHz quad-core Intel Atom Z3530 processor, 2GB RAM and 32GB storage. Other notable tech sepcs include a 7-inch display with 800 x 1280 pixel resolution, 3G and WiFi connectivity along with a 5MP rear camera and 2MP front camera. Like the recent ASUS Fonepad 7 FE171CG it looks like the design is flat and thin as well with controls that are no longer slanted at an angle. No Malaysia release dates or pricing details yet, but it should appear here in Malaysia soon with the next Fonepad 7 refresh.


HUAWEI revealed that they have 120W and 200W fast charge technology but it's not time for use yet

After launching the Mate 40 series globally last week, HUAWEI has held another press conference today for a local launch in China. Other than revealing the price tags of the smartphones, HUAWEI's Executive Yu Chengdong has also mentioned that the company has some impressive technologies in hands and it's not the time for show yet. It is said that the Chinese tech giant currently has active 120W and 200W fast charging technology.

According to Yu, current smartphones are not suitable for such fast charging technologies as they do not come with huge batteries. For the HUAWEI Mate 40 series, the design of the devices is meant to be kept slim and their battery size has not been increased as well. Therefore, 120W or even 200W fast charging might not be the stuff for the devices. Other than that, the executive also mentioned that 50W wireless fast charging is the best balance point for now and anything above that may be unstable.

The HUAWEI Mate 40 series comes with a vanilla Mate 40 that supports 40W wired charging and 40W wireless fast charging. There are also Mate 40 Pro and Mate 40 Pro + that support 66W wired fast charging and 50W wireless fast charging. No matter what, we're still excited to see the day when 200W fast charging can be adopted by smartphones.

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HUAWEI's 2020 annual report shows a 3.8 percent increase in revenue despite the trade ban

HUAWEI has released its annual report and it is shown that the company is doing better than before despite the US ban. As HUAWEI doesn't report quarterly earnings since it's a private company with a unique employee ownership structure, the annual report is the only thing that allows us to check on the company's performance.

According to the report, HUAWEI's revenue for 2020 was 891.4 billion Yuan (~RM563 billion), which has a 3.8 percent increase compared to what they had in 2019. However, there's no denying that the revenue from the US and Europe has fallen significantly. The good performance is contributed by the stronger performance in the home country of the company.

Other than that, the other reason that pushed HUAWEI to a higher record is its fast local 5G deployment in China. Besides the home country, the company's 5G business was also strong in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. In the US, the sharp decline is described as "investment fluctuations in some countries’ telecoms markets."

Lastly, it looks like the company's smartphone division is not much of a help to the revenue. It is recorded that the sales are failing even in China. The drop is mainly caused by the lack of manufacturing capability as HUAWEI relies on components it stocked up before the sanctions were imposed.

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HUAWEI's 3 Musketeers Unboxing in one go! HUAWEI MatePad, HUAWEI Watch Fit, and HUAWEI Freelace Pro!

HUAWEI has just launched 3 products in one go on 9 September which are the HUAWEI MatePad, HUAWEI Watch Fit, and also the HUAWEI Freelace Pro. This time, HUAWEI is not just focusing on providing its great ecosystem but also aiming towards sports enthusiast. So why do I say so? First, the latest HUAWEI MatePad is considered as the little brother to the HUAWEI MatePad Pro and HUAWEI MatePad 5G which has a smaller 10.4-inch display, lower 8MP rear camera, and also coming in with Kirin 810 coupled with 4GB RAM and 64GB storage. As for the HUAWEI Watch Fit and Freelace Pro, they are quite impressive especially for all your sports events. So, let's check out more details in the video below!

Stay tuned for more in-depth review on TechNave.com!


HUAWEI's HarmonyOS could be available to all devices with Kirin 710 and above

A few weeks ago, HUAWEI had announced that the HarmonyOS will soon be available as an update for current smartphones starting from April. The company also mentioned that the Mate X2 will be the first device to get the update via OTA. If you are wondering what other devices will be getting the update afterward, the answer might have arrived with a leak pointing to all devices with Kirin 710 and above.

According to a tipster from Weibo, HUAWEI will be bringing the update to devices that feature processors like Kirin 810, Kirin 820, Kirin 820E, Kirin 980, Kirin 990, Kirin 985, Kirin 9000, and more. However, we should take this list with a pinch of salt as HUAWEI hasn't confirmed anything yet. It is also likely that the HarmonyOS will only be available for those smartphones that are launched more recently.

If you still don't know what's the deal with this HarmonyOS, it is actually an in-house operating system developed by HUAWEI to overcome the lost access to Google Mobile Services due to the trade ban. For now, the operating system is still having its beta testing but we believe the public release is imminent.

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HUAWEI's first desktop PC is coming soon but the leaked tech specs are not here to impress

HUAWEI has a diverse consumer electronics portfolio but desktop PCs are nowhere to be found in that list. Now, the company might have finally decided to launch their first desktop PC as one with Kunpeng 920 processor is rumoured to be listed on HUAWEI Mall soon.

The news came as a well-known Weibo user found out that multiple listings for a new desktop PC were listed under the model name of “Yellow River K680 G1.” To recap, the Kunpeng 920 processor is a proprietary chip made by Huawei. It is built on the 7nm process and based on the ARM architecture that was launched back in 2019.

Unfortunately, it looks like the leaked tech specs of this desktop PC might not be appealing to some of you. Other than the Kunpeng 920 processor, there could be 8GB of DDR4 2666MHz RAM and 256GB of SDD storage coming along with it. The PC might also sports an AMD Radeon R7 430 graphics card and arrives with a DVD drive, keyboard and mouse as well. Last but not least, the device is said to have a 180W power supply unit and runs the Kylin operating system. This is just the beginning and HUAWEI could launch beefier units in the future.

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HUAWEI's latest AR Glasses diagram leaked with a rotating pop-up camera!

AR glasses have always been one of the developing gadgets for smartphone manufacturers and HUAWEI is one of them. Earlier on, HUAWEI launched its smart eyewear with Gentle Monster. Today, a pair of AR glasses with a pop-up camera feature is patented.

The AR glasses were approved by the China National Intellectual Property Office and the sketches were found online. According to the leaked diagrams, the AR glasses will have a motorized pop-up selfie camera that can rotate and also capture images from the left and the rear of the arm of the AR glasses.

To control the pop-up camera on the AR glasses, it comes with an app that can be installed on your smartphones. The apps allow you to activate the camera and also rotate the camera angles. Furthermore, if you are done using the camera, all you need to do is turn it off from the app and it will slide back into the frame of the glasses.

Either way, there’s no official confirmation on the tech specs and the release dates on the AR glasses, so do take this with a pinch of salt. But will you be buying the new pop-up camera eyewear if it’s here? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more tech news on TechNave.com!


HUAWEI's latest P50 teaser video reveals the camera sensor

The highly-anticipated HUAWEI P50 series already has a launch date, and it's scheduled to be on 29 July. On that day, three devices including HUAWEI P50, P50 Pro, and P50 Pro+ might take turns being revealed to the public. Before that happens, HUAWEI has released an official teaser video today to let us have more information about the series' camera department.

In the teaser video, other than a big Leica label beside the camera system, it also reveals that the device will be using a VARIO-SUMMILUX-H1:1.8-3.4/18-125ASPH sensor (ASPH refers to the use of aspherical lenses). Other than that, it's also said that the series will bring a 5x telephoto lens alongside an 18mm ultra-wide-angle sensor. However, that tech specs might be for the Pro variants, and the vanilla model is probably going to use a 13mm ultra-wide-angle and a 3.5x telephoto lens.

Reports are saying that the devices will also come with better video optimization. That includes addressing the discolouration and stuttering as a result of the video lens zoom. Other than that, the zoom is also said to be smoother in the upcoming flagships.

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HUAWEI's latest desktop PC might be an SFF minicomputer with AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 4400G chipset!

HUAWEI is not just focusing on smartphone productions and the notebook market as we’ve seen the company’s notebook series lately. Now, the company turns out to be producing its own desktop PC line as the latest HUAWEI desktop PC model appeared on the 3DMark database.

Actually, Wang YinFeng, president of HUAWEI’s consumer business tablet and PC product lines did reveal that  HUAWEI will be designing high-performance gaming notebooks and desktop products in an interview in April this year. According to the database, the PC features a quad-core or eight-core ARM processors and 64GB DDR4-2400 RAM. As for the I/Os, It has SATA 3.0 slots, USB3.0 ports, USB 2.0 ports, and a Gigabit Ethernet.

DataBaseHUAWEI's latest Desktop PC appeared on 3D Mark DataBase

The processor shown in the 3DMark database is the Ryzen APU Renoir from AMD or known as the Ryzen 6 Pro 4400G. It is equipped with 6 cores 12 threads and the main frequency varies between 3.7Ghz and 4.3Ghz. Furthermore, it also integrates the Vega 7 GPU that has a frequency of 1800MHz with the 65W thermal design power consumption. With all that mentioned, it seems like the desktop PC doesn’t come with a discrete graphics card that we assumed it might be an SFF minicomputer.

Either way, there’s still no official confirmation on the tech specs or release dates for this HUAWEI desktop PC. But are you having high hopes for it? Let us know at our Facebook page and stay tuned for more updates on TechNave.com!


HUAWEI's latest entry-level MatePad C3 leaked with 8-inch display and 5100mAh battery!

Today we got the leaks for the two new HUAWEI entry-level tablets that were certified by 3C in China. The model numbers for the tablets are AGS3-W00D and AGS3-W00E which one product description spotted online that fits one of the models mentioned is expected to be named as the HUAWEI MatePad C3.According to the source, the pictures posted on Weibo show the MatePad C3 weighs in at 310g featuring an 8-inch display with 1280 X 800 pixels resolutions that have an 80% screen to body ratio. It is powered by a MediaTek MT8768 chipset coupled with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of storage and a huge 5,100mAh battery that runs on EMUI 10 based on Android 10. It also will sport a 5MP rear camera and a 2MP selfie camera on the front.

HUAWEI MatePad C3 leasks on Weibo Leaskster.

With that said, the price is rumored to be around 1599 yuan(~RM959), but there is still no official confirmation on the tech specs and Malaysia releasing dates so do take this with a pinched of salt. Stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com!


HUAWEI's upcoming clamshell flipping smartphone has entered mass production!

HUAWEI has been actively launching a few new devices recently and now, we are looking into its upcoming foldable smartphone.  The company has been working on this new foldable smartphone for quite some time now and it may be adopting the flip design like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip series.

According to the source, the upcoming HUAWEI foldable smartphone will be using a new hinge mechanism, as what can be seen on the render images, the new design is likely a clamshell smartphone with either a larger secondary display on the front or a plain minimalist design. However, these renders are not confirmed yet.

Recent reports also show that HUAWEI’s upcoming foldable smartphone has entered mass production since the beginning of this year, so we probably might expect to see it by next January 2022. This could also be the timeline where we see other foldable smartphones from brands like OPPO and vivo be unveiled.

As of now, there’s still no official confirmation on the official release dates for the new clamshell design foldable smartphone, So do keep an eye for the upcoming news and stay tuned for more tech news updates on TechNave.com


ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG and MeMo Pad 8 ME581CL hands-on + product demo video

Just announced yesterday, the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG and MeMo Pad 8 ME581CL tablets offer 64-bit processing power and some really nifty features at affordable pricing. Going for just RM1099 for the MeMo Pad 8 ME581CL and RM649 for the Fonepad 8 FE380CG, we managed to some hands-on time with the two tablets so do check them out in the photos below. There is also a product demo of the two tablets by Paul Tsai, Tablet Country Product Manager, SYSTEM Group, ASUS Malaysia as well.


HUAWEI sets to offer cheaper LiDAR sensors to automobile industry

Apart from selling telecommunications equipment and consumer electronics, HUAWEI is now focusing on the automobile industry too. It is reported that the Chinese tech giant invests heavily in smart car solutions and one of them is to create cost-effective LiDAR technology.

If you're not familiar with the term LiDAR, it's actually short for 'light detection and ranging'. The technology is crucial for self-driving cars by using light in the form of pulsing lasers to measure the distance from an obstacle. As announced by the company’s auto division head Wang Jun, the company sets to reduce the cost of radar sensors to 100 USD (~RM419) in the future with the current ones ranging from 400 (~RM1,677) to 500 USD (~RM2,096).

Although the company is not building any cars of its own, HUAWEI has used its expertise in various fields like telecommunications and ICT to offer parts to various automobile manufacturers at competitive rates. With the company's investment in the field, it is believed that it could help the Chinese brand to establish a more significant role in the smart vehicle industry.

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HUAWEI to launch its latest foldable, the Pocket S on 2 November 2022

HUAWEI has long been rumoured to be working on an updated version of its clamshell foldable smartphone the HUAWEI P50 Pocket. Now, the Chinese tech giant has finally made the rumours official, announcing that a new foldable named the Pocket S will be launched in China on 2 November 2022.

Taking to its official Weibo account, HUAWEI teased the upcoming foldable in a teaser video, though it did not outright show the design of the upcoming clamshell smartphone. Instead, we only got to see outlines of the clamshell design as well as the various colour options that it will be offered in.

Specifically, the Pocket S will come in black, blue, white, pink, green and yellow colour options. The teaser video also announced the launching event of the device, which is at 7pm local time in China on 2 November 2022.

As of right now, there is no official information regarding the new foldable’s specs and features. However, based on rumours, the Pocket S may feature a 120Hz OLED foldable display and is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G SoC.

Well, we’ll just have to wait until 2 November to know the official specs of the device. Let’s see if this foldable clamshell smartphone can compete with other foldable devices in the market.

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HUAWEI to release the Mate 50 series and more in Malaysia this 3 November

HUAWEI Malaysia today announced that it will release several new products in our country on 3 November 2022, spearheaded by the HUAWEI Mate 50 series. Allowing Malaysians to experience the best of its elegant designs and innovative technologies, the launching event can be viewed on HUAWEI’s Official Facebook at 4.45pm on the aforementioned date.

The headlining device of the launch event has got to be the Mate 50 Pro, the company’s latest flagship. In a statement today, HUAWEI said that the device will feature the latest EMUI OS and the best-performing mobile camera imaging technology that HUAWEI has to offer while maintaining the classic space ring design with a delicate touch of the Clous de Paris pattern.

Besides the Mate 50 series, the company will also be releasing the nova 10 series, Watch GT 3 SE and Matepad series in Malaysia during the event. Moreover, EMUI 13 will also be launched with a new face of Huawei Mobile Service (HMS) which is designed to create a smooth user experience as well as to complement the well-rounded flagship device.

In order to serve the consumers better, ‘Sophia’, the AppGallery assistant will also be available to effectively resolve any concerns on HMS Apps-related issues. Furthermore, in order for consumers to not miss out on any exciting news or promotion such as HUAWEI’s RM1 Exclusive Pre-order, visit HUAWEI Official Website to pre-order now and stand a chance to win amazing prizes from a prize pool worth up to RM15,000.

So, which new HUAWEI product are you most excited about? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below and stay tuned to TechNave for more trending tech news from Malaysia and beyond!


HUAWEI will be launching a new version of HarmonyOS, AiO PC, S Series MateBook and more this month!

HUAWEI’s HarmonyOS are currently in the latest version 2 which has been rolled out to more than 70 million devices according to a report. The company is currently working on a new version and will be announced later this year at its annual developer conference 2021.

According to the popular leaker Teme, he posted a tweet that the new version of HarmonyOS will be announced at the HUAWEI Developer Conference (HDC) 2021. There is no date state in the poster but it is scheduled on September 10 for the HUAWEI Developer Day event on their official website.

Huawei's new products for this month are Mostly enterprise stuff. All in one PCNew S-series MateBooks New MateView monitor New laser printer Nova 9 series phones. New version of HarmonyOS is coming in HDC2021 later on this year. pic.twitter.com/px7O5Mu6Hm

Other than the new version of HarmonyOS, the tweet also mentioned several new HUAWEI devices coming soon too. A new HUAWEI AiO PC, new S-series MateBooks, new MateView monitor, laser printer as well as the nova 9 smartphone series. Meanwhile, the HUAWEI nova 9 series has been confirmed to be announced on September 23 at an event in China.

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


HUAWEI will not launch new Kirin chips in 2023

If you're looking forward to the return of HUAWEI Kirin SoCs, you might get disappointed after seeing this news. Despite the rumours saying that the Chinese tech company will launch new Kirin chips next year, the latest information claims it won't happen.

According to the report, the main reason is that HUAWEI can't find a chip manufacturer that doesn't use US-based technology in its factories. For example, if the chips get manufactured by a company using machines from the U.S., HUAWEI will not be able to work with them.

It's unsure if HUAWEI will give up on the chip lineup completely, or if it will continue to look for ways to revive the production. Of course, it would be better if the U.S. removed the sanction, but the possibility is very low as both the Republican and Democrat sides seem to be very supportive of the decision. HUAWEI has been using the 4G Qualcomm chips in its newer smartphones. As 5G is getting deployed more widely, it might be a problem afterwards.

What do you think about the news? Drop a comment to let us know your opinion, and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest tech report.


HUAWEI will share its HarmonyOS with other smartphone brands as the replacement for Android

After the trade ban being imposed on HUAWEI, some other Chinese smartphone manufacturers might also worry that they will face the same challenge. We can't deny that HUAWEI took some time to build the HarmonyOS to serve as the alternative to Google's OS. Therefore, if it happened to the others, they will also need some time to develop an in-house OS. Recently, the CEO of HUAWEI Consumer Business Group Richard Yu said that HarmonyOS will be made available for other smartphone manufacturers.

According to Yu, HUAWEI could help the other Chinese smartphone manufacturers by providing the HarmonyOS operating system and services that have already performed well as a replacement for GMS. The beta test for HarmonyOS 2.0 on smartphones has already started with selected developers and partners.

At the moment, it is still unclear that if the U.S. will remove the trade ban in the near future. Remove or not, it looks like HUAWEI will now focus on their HarmonyOS rather than fighting for the rights to have GMS working on their smartphones again. This latest news has also proved that the Chinese tech giant has the confidence to expand the in-house OS to serve other smartphone brands and maybe take a chance on competing against Android!

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HUAWEI wins in a trademark fight against Chanel for logo similarity

The logo is the most important element of a company that allows customers to recognize the products or services that one offers. A while ago, Chanel, the European fashion brand, alleged that the Chinese tech giant HUAWEI has a logo that is similar to its registered French logo. The fashion company even took the matter to the Luxembourg-based General Court but ended up losing as the tribunal concludes the logos from both companies are not similar in some context.

This issue emphasizes the sensitive nature of luxury brands protecting their logos to preserve the luxurious images that have been long existing around the globe. It is said that Chanel pointed out the logo similarity in 2017 when HUAWEI sought approval from the EU Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) to register its computer hardware trademark. Therefore, the allegation is not a new one and has lasted for a few years.

According to the source, the judges stated "Chanel’s marks have more rounded curves, thicker lines, and horizontal orientation, whereas the orientation of the Huawei mark is vertical." We think that most of us can tell the difference between the two logos, not to say that they belong to different industries. Therefore, Chanel might as well put its worries away.

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Hackers are auctioning YouTube login credentials on hacker forums

If you run your own YouTube account, you should probably change your password often. Researchers have discovered an increase in demand for stolen YouTube credentials, which are being auctioned to other cybercriminals in hacker forums. These credentials include those for accounts running YouTube channel, meaning you could lose our hard-earned work if you change your login credentials soon.

According to BleepingComputer, hackers are gaining access to these accounts through data stolen from infected computers, phishing, or logs of credentials. These login credentials are then auctioned on hacker forums in bulk. The starting auction depends on the total number of subscribers, with those that have more going for a higher price. A screenshot example showed a hacker trying to sell a batch of login credentials at a base price of USD 400 (~RM1711), while another went for as much as USD 1500 (~RM6417).

The danger here is rather obvious. If your account is taken over by another person, they can effectively hold your account ransom. It's not a problem if you're just a normal user since you can disconnect the YouTube account from your Google account and start all over. But if you run a YouTube channel with lots of subscribers, you run the risk of your content being deleted while trying to get Google to retrieve your account for you.

As you can see, it's always a good idea to change your login credentials often. It's even better if you use systems like 2-factor authentication since that would greatly reduce the chance of your account being stolen. With that said, what other means do you use to protect your online accounts? Share them with us on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more news.


Hackers can apparently steal your fingerprints through high-quality photos with a peace-sign pose

You may or may not have come across this news, but apparently it is possible for hackers to obtain your fingerprints through high-quality photos. Since using the peace-sign is one of the most popular poses for taking photos, it is reported that hackers can enlarge the photo and scan your fingerprints off.

According to Zhang Wei, the Deputy Director of the Shanghai Information Security Industry Association, hackers can do this as long as the subject is 1.5 metres away from the camera while posing with the peace-sign. If the distance is between 1.5 to 3 metres, the fingerprint "hacking" success rate will be lower (about 50% they said) but we shouldn't underestimate this low percentage, as the hacker can turn it into a fingerprint film through professional materials for unlocking modern fingerprint door locks and payments.

To prevent this fingerprint identification theft, Zhang Wei recommends that you shouldn't use your fingerprints on untrust devices, setting up dual fingerprint authentication or an additional passcode, and of course, don't keep using the peace-sign in your photos within 3 metres (there are many other poses you can do). Hmm, now the idea of having detailed images from new smartphones nowadays doesn't sound so exciting anymore.

This fingerprint hacking was first reported in Japan during 2017, as well as a group of European hackers who publicly stated that it is possible to do such a thing. Well, as long as you're careful in not registering your fingerprint into too many devices, you should be fine. Stay safe and stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Hackers can now steal your data via Bluetooth

The hackers are at it again. A weakness in the Bluetooth wireless standard have allowed hackers to be able to steal data from your devices wirelessly. Hackers can easily track keystrokes, contact lists as well as other sensitive data from devices through this method.

The process is called “Key Negotiation of Bluetooth” or KNOB for short. In just a single byte, the attack can force two or more devices in one go to choose an encryption key and establish a Bluetooth connection if the attacker and the victim are within the radio range. Any two devices that are sharing information such as a wireless keyboard to a smart device or computer, a phone connected to a car’s dashboard or even two phones sharing photos are vulnerable to the attack.

It is almost impossible to notice the attack happening unless the victim has access to highly specialized equipment. The problem lies in a weakness in the Bluetooth standard itself which means, regardless of what Bluetooth chip your device is using - whether it be Broadcom, Apple, and Qualcomm - all of them are vulnerable to the attack.

So far, the Bluetooth Special Interests Group has issued a notice but no fix has been provided yet. However, some companies such as Apple, Windows, Google and Blackberry have provided their own fixes. So make sure to update your devices to the latest patch. Have you done it? Keep up with the latest tech news on TechNave.com!


ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG hands-on video

Thinking about getting the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG? Well, so are we and it certainly looks good with it's larger 8-inch display with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution. The tablet with dual-SIM 3G phone capabilities and new 64-bit Intel Atom processor is both thinner yet larger than the previous ASUS Fonepad tablets. ASUS Malaysia were kind enough to provide us with the Fonepad 8 FE380CG for a hands-on video which you can see below along with it's tech specs and features:

Check out the sleeker yet larger and louder ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG tablet in our hands-on video


Half-Life: Alyx officially announced as Valve's next flagship VR game

In just a few hours ago, it was announced that Valve's Half-Life is getting a new title but it's not the 3rd sequel, rather the company's long-awaited "flagship VR game" which will be unveiled on 21 November (#soon!). It was confirmed on Valve's Twitter account and officially titled as Half-Life: Alyx. The game will also make its way at The Game Awards on 12 December 2019.

It started as a rumour first from the same leaker that spread the rumour on DotA Underlords. From the transcript, the conversation between Geoff Keighley, Robin Walker and an anonymous read out "March 2020, Half-Life: Alyx" in regarding if the game would be available without needing a VR. While Geoff didn't say yes nor no, the anonymous expressed that they "would love to be delivering a version of this that you could play with a mouse and a keyboard". I'm sure most of us would love that too, but let's not get our hopes too high as the trio also mentioned that "it began as an exploration of VR".

Besides from the official announcement, there was nothing else on the gameplay mechanic. We have some ideas on how it might play out since it's VR, so it will definitely be a first-person shooter type of game. Another clue from the transcript also reads "You can see their whole body-- Respond to the situation. You know, panicking, dropping clips on the ground as they fumble their weapons 'cause a zombie's in front of them, all these things, they're just - it's been really fun watching playtests".

We’re excited to unveil Half-Life: Alyx, our flagship VR game, this Thursday at 10am Pacific Time.Can’t wait to share it with all of you! pic.twitter.com/BupFCxSrTw

For those who have never played Half-Life before (how could you?), Alyx is one of Gordon Freeman's closest allies during the second chapter and, interestingly, Valve is picking this character to continue. Would the story be canon? Time will tell, so until then, we expect to see more information about Half-Life: Alyx this week.

Stay tuned for more gaming news at TechNave.com.


Half-Life: Alyx pre-purchase is now available and early birds can get 10% off on Steam

Earlier this week, it was announced that Half-Life: Alyx will be Valve's next flagship virtual reality (VR) game. While that is not so exciting for many Half-Life fans (me) who are still waiting for the third sequel, Valve has just dropped the first trailer and oh my goodness - it looks damn amazing! They may not be joking after all for saying it's a flagship VR game. Let's check out what we know so far.

According to the developers of the VR game, Half-Life: Alyx was "designed from the ground up" and judging from the trailer, it still pretty much retain the puzzle-solving mechanics and nasty "zombies" in the familiar Half-Life universe. We also learn that the events will take place between Half-Life 1 and 2, so it wasn't after Half-Life: Episode 2 after all which is a bit of a bummer. Anyway, the story follows "Alyx Vance and her father Eli mount an early resistance to the Combine's brutal occupation of Earth."

Slated for March-April 2020 release, the game will be compatible with every PC-based VR headsets. This includes SteamVR, HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, and Windows Mixed Reality. Also if it wasn't obvious enough, you will play as Alyx and you can see her hands floating around as you take control of her shooting stuff with a rather interesting glove design showcasing your health bar. Such exciting times.

The pre-purchase is already up on Steam and if you're interested, early birds will get 10% off which is RM85.50 (RRP is RM95). Will you be getting one? We are pretty excited but we will have to get a VR headgear first (lol). And if Valve delivers, Half-Life Alyx could be THE VR game to make a breakthrough for this niche market.

Stay tuned for more gaming news at TechNavecom.


Half of Microsoft Surface devices are not eligible for Windows 11 upgrade

As we mentioned earlier today, users who purchase a new laptop or PC in the future or those who already have a licensed Windows 10 will be able to upgrade to Windows 11. You can check whether your device is eligible or not here, but we also found out that a couple of Microsoft Surface devices won't be upgradeable.

According to pcworld.com, a Microsoft representative replied to their question about which Surface devices can be upgraded and turns out that only 13 out of 25 units can do so. Ironically, most of the Surface Pro tablets aren't qualified, same goes for the Surface Hub and Surface Studio as well. The media outlet notes that as long as your Surface device was before 2017, there's no Windows 11 availability.

Here is the list prepared by pcworld.com on the 13 eligible Surface devices for Windows 11:

No reason was given on why half of the Surface devices are left out. But it could be because of the hardware requirements, especially the TPM 2.0 coprocessor. Don't fret if your Surface can't upgrade to Windows 11, Windows 10 still have some life until 2025 so still a long way to go. Stay tuned for more trending tech news at TechNave.com.


Halo 3 will be launched on PC this 14 July 2020

For those who have been waiting, the wait is over. Halo 3 is about to make its way to PC and will be officially added to The Master Chief Collection on 14 July 2020. This makes it the third title from the Halo series to be added on PC.

The PC version of The Master Chief Collection was first released on Steam and the Microsoft Store last year. You could also play it for free if you're subscribed to the Microsoft Xbox Games Pass. But if you just want to get the collection permanently, you could consider getting it now on Steam for RM52. It's currently on a 20% discount that ends on 10 July 2020 1 AM MYT.

As some of you may be aware, Microsoft will add more Halo titles to the collection over time. Halo 4 is already listed in the bundle, albeit without any release date attached to it. Halo 3 itself will provide you with 11 story campaign missions and 24 multiplayer maps, along with support for 4K resolution and more.

If you plan to get The Master Chief Collection, make sure you have plenty of storage space as Halo 3 alone is going to need 55GB. But for those who already own the collection, what are your thoughts on the PC version of the series? Do let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for more updates on this.


Halo: Combat Evolved remastered version released on Steam for RM23.50

If you recall, Halo: The Master Chief Collection on Steam has been around for quite some time now. Halo: Reach was the first one to be released on 3 December 2019 in this epic franchise for the PC and now fans will be delighted to know that Halo: Combat Evolved Remastered version is now available on Steam.

The remastered version of the first Halo game is what you think it is, there's a good amount of updated visuals and it can support up to 4K resolution on ultrawide monitors. Players will be able to switch between the classic and anniversary audio in multiplayer matches as well, and there are some additionally improved text chat, voice chat, key bindings, customizable key layouts and a 3D model view to customize your Spartan outfit. Sweet.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection is only RM65 on Steam for the whole franchise, including Halo: Reach, Halo: CE Anniversary, Halo 2 Anniversary, Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST Campaign, and Halo 4. Unfortunately, Halo 5 is not included in the collection. You may also purchase the first Halo game for RM23.50 which is super affordable. If you've never played Halo, this is the perfect timing!

Stay tuned for more gaming news at TechNave.com.


Halo Infinite confirmed to launch on 8 December

After the news came saying that the upcoming Halo Infinite is dropping without the campaign co-op and Forge mode, we now have the exact launch date of the highly anticipated video game. According to the source, Microsoft has planned for a launch on 8 December, just in time for Christmas.

The date appeared on Microsoft Store and will likely get officially confirmed during the opening of Gamescom, which is happening tomorrow. However, fear not, a source that knows about Microsoft's plans has also confirmed with The Verge that the date is accurate.

Earlier, it was reported that the co-op campaign and Forge mode would not be available at launch. The devs announced that co-op mode for the campaign would only be available in Season 2, which could be about three months after the official launch. Forge mode will also be delayed, with the expected launch during Season 3 or six months after launch.

Are you excited about the news? Let us know on our Facebook page and stay tuned to TechNave.com for the latest gaming news.


Halo Infinite to launch in Q4 2021, campaign co-op and Forge mode delayed

For fans of the Halo series, Halo Infinite has been a long time coming. The game was originally meant to be launched in November 2020, but the global pandemic and other issues have contributed to a severe delay. Now, it's said that the official release will be in late 2021.

According to an update video from the developers, Halo Infinite will be released during the holiday season of 2021. For those unaware, this time period refers to the weeks between November to December. Anyway, Halo Infinite is the 6th instalment to the Halo series and will be available on PC, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. 343 Industries also mentioned that an actual release date will be announced soon.

However, the game won't have a few features available at launch. The devs announced that co-op mode for the campaign will only be available in Season 2, which would be about 3 months after the official launch. Forge mode will also be delayed, with the expected launch being during Season 3 or 6 months after launch. The split-screen feature will also be missing for PC players, though the release date was not mentioned.

If you are interested in taking part in an upcoming technical preview for Halo Infinite, do check out the Halo Insider website. Having said that, how many of you are Halo fans and have been gotten to test Halo Infinite during the beta tests? Let us know what you think of the games so far, and stay tuned to TechNave for further updates.


Halo: The Master Chief Collection can be pre-ordered for RM65 on Steam now

Steam has announced Halo: Reach will be the first game from the Halo franchise to be released for players who pre-order the Halo: The Master Chief Collection on its platform. This is also the first time that most of these console games from the franchise are coming to PC since the release Halo 2 15 years ago.

The collection offers you the PC experience of the classic games and all of them will be supporting 4K, 144Hz display, and HDR by the time of their release. 343 Industries has also launched a test flight program for the Halo Insiders to test run the game and provide feedback for them to identify the top issues.

Halo: Reach will be in the front line to be released from the franchise. The game will be available for those who pre-ordered the collection on 3 December 2019. The rest will be released throughout next year according to the chronological order of the franchise. The list is as follows: Halo: CE Anniversary, Halo 2 Anniversary, Halo 3, Halo 3: ODST Campaign, and Halo 4. Sadly, Halo 5 is not included in the collection.

Halo: Reach running on an ultrawide monitor

The collection is now available for you to pre-order on Steam which is priced at RM65. You may also purchase Halo: Reach individually for the price of RM23.50. This is indeed an exciting time for Halo fans to live in as the franchise will finally come to PC after its success in console gaming.

Let us know if you’re interested in purchasing the collection on our Facebook page! Stay tuned for more cool news on TechNave.com.


Hands-on image of the Realme X has been unveiled showcasing notchless display

A hands-on picture of the Realme X has been released by Realme’s CMO Xu Qi Chase, which was posted on weibo based on a statement by 91mobiles.com. Based on the image, it seems that the Realme X will feature a notch-less design at the front which is rather welcoming considering that most phones currently feature some form of a notch.

That being said, it is safe to assume that the device SHOULD come with an in-display fingerprint sensor. Also, judging by the rather thin bezel at the top, the report suggests that the phone will also come with a front-facing selfie camera. As for the specs, it will come with either a Qualcomm Snapdragon 710 or Qualcomm Snapdragon chipset, up to 6GB of RAM, up to 64GB of internal storage or more, 48MP rear camera, 3680mAh non-removable battery with VOOC 3.0 fast charging.

The device is expected to be priced starting from RMB1599(RM~982), and it will be launching in India on 15 May 2019. Do take the information such as tech specs and pricing with a grain of salt as this info has yet to be confirmed by Realme themselves. For more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Hands-on images of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 and Active 2 leaked with rotating bezels

It seems that a bunch of hands-on pictures of the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 and Active 2 has been spotted on Ice Universe’s Twitter account, showcasing the overall design and dimensions of both the smartwatches. An interesting thing to note is that the tweet mentions that both the watches will most likely come with a mechanical component, which means that there is a possibility of rotating bezels.

Unfortunately, there is no information in regards to what kind of sensors the Galaxy Watch 3 and Active 2 are packing due to the fact that there are no pictures showcasing the underside of the watch. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Samsung has yet to provide an official statement on the leaks.

Galaxy Watch 3 leaked real images, still following the mechanical style, Watch3 and Actice2, which one do you prefer? pic.twitter.com/nLKFtSo3xx

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, full tech specs, and local pricing of both the products mentioned. Would you be interested in getting either the Galaxy Watch 3 or Active 2 as soon as it is available in Malaysia? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG review - Awesome 8-inch 64-bit 3G Android tablet for the masses

The new ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG is one of ASUS new wave of 64-bit Intel Atom processor powered Android tablets. Unlike the previous ASUS Fonepad tablets, the Fonepad 8 sports a larger 8-inch display but manages to fit this into a chassis that is thinner than the original Fonepad 7 but is the same width. Does it manage to deliver in every other aspect as well? Read our full review of the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG below:

Featuring an 8-inch display with 1280 x 800 pixel resolution, the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG is actually 120mm wide, which is the exact same width as the previous Fonepad 7. ASUS have managed to do this by making the side bezels even thinner than before, but the Fonepad 8 is slightly taller than the Fonepad 7. That being said, the design on the Fonepad 8 is a lot more premium than most Fonepad tablets. This includes a very thin 8.9mm and a copper gold metallic looking trim along the edge. The back is solid plastic with a comfortable stand out criss cross pattern that improves the grip. While there is some flex because of how thin the tablet is, it can fit very well in a single hand.

Featuring the same width as the ASUS Fonepad 7, the ASUS Fonepad 8 looks more premium while packing in a larger 8-inch display

The rounded corners give it a nice look and unlike previous Fonepads, the back is flat. We found the Fonepad 8 FE380CG to be very light at just 328g. While it packs in a 5MP PixelMaster rear camera, the camera is not protruding and should be well protected even if you lay the tablet flat. There are some design changes that we did not like though as the controls have been slanted downwards at an angle. While this does help the tablet feel thinner, it also means you can no longer turn on the tablet when it is flat on it's back. On the front dual speakers on the top and bottom complete the look, but don't stand out as much as the previous dual-front speaker design. Overall, the new Fonepad 8 FE380CG looks classy, sleek and thinner while maintaining a very solid build quality.

The ASUS Fonepad 8 is surprisingly thin and lightweight with a comfortable patterned backside but still has very solid build

The previous range of ASUS Fonepad 7 tablets sported dual-front speakers with SonicMaster audio technology which was both crisp and clear but lacked a little in terms of loudness. This time around with the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG, the tablet features improved dual-front speakers with the same SonicMaster audio technology but more on this later in the performance section. The other most notable tech spec for the Fonepad 8 includes a 64-bit Intel Atom processor which makes the Fonepad 8 tablet perfect for the 64-bit Android 5.0 Lollipop update. The tablet will come packing with Android 4.4 KitKat so it is just a matter of time before the next Android Lollipop update. The full tech specs and features for the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG are listed below:

All the tech specs available to the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG

From the tech specs above it should be noted that the Fonepad 8 is packing a 5MP PixelMaster rear camera similar to the capable 5MP PixelMaster camera on the ASUS ZenFone 4. Other ZenUI features are also present but it should also be noted that the 5MP PixelMaster rear camera on the Fonepad 8 also packs in time-lapse video recording, so if you have a tablet holder and tripod at hand you can take some nifty time-lapse videos. In terms of connectivity, the Fonepad 8 offers dual-SIM support and 3G HSPA+ mobile Internet connections. There is also support for WiFi, A-GPS and Bluetooth 4.0.

The new ASUS ZenUI packs in great power optimization and much more such as the Easy Mode

The full complement of ASUS ZenUI apps does mean that you only get about 4.27GB available from the existing 8GB storage on the tablet. That being said, the ZenUI integration is much better than some other custom interfaces we've seen as the Party Link pops up when you take a picture and the other features pop up only when it seems like you may actually need it. You can expand storage up to 64GB via the microSD slot. In terms of connectivity you get fast and strong WiFi, HSPA+ 3G and Bluetooth 4.0 along with support for Miracast.

Most tablets within this range tend to offer AnTuTu scores of around 19000 or so, even ASUS own previous 7-inch and 8-inch tablets. The ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG gets an AnTuTu score of 32757, placing it head and shoulders above other tablets in it's class. Other benchmarks reflect the same level of performance with 3DMark reporting the Ice Storm and Ice Storm Extreme benchmarks maxed out while the Ice Storm Unlimited benchmark is at a very high 15209. Epic Citadel got a similarly high 59.1 frames per second on the native resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels.

AnTuTu scores are off the charts for the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG tablet with a score of 32757

3DMark reported the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG maxing out the first two Ice Storm benchmarks

Epic Citadel showed very good 3D performance

It is also one of the few ASUS Fonepads we've seen that can smoothly play demanding games like Asphalt 8:Airborne. HD video playback is very smooth, clear and detailed with the 720p display doing better than some 1080p screens we've seen. The enhanced SonicMaster dual front speakers are also very loud with crisp and clear sound so you can probably use this tablet as your personal all-in-one movie player or boombox with no problem.

This is the first tablet we've seen in this class that can play smooth Asphalt 8:Airborne

HD video playback on the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG is clear, smooth and detailed

Camera performance is above average with good performance in well-lit situations but not so good performance in low-light conditions. The PixelMaster camera technology offers some very good options, including the Time Rewind feature and a very fast burst mode. Like our previous review of the ASUS ZenFone 4, the camera still has issues with the light enhancement for all the burst shot or Time Rewind shots, but it is still a better 5MP rear camera than most other 5MP cameras you'd find on other tablets. Video recording is also very good and now comes with a time lapse feature. Thankfuly, battery performance is also very good, lasting about 8 to 10 hours on heavy to moderate use. On minimal usage the tablet lasted a bit more than 3 days making it great for a day-long time-lapse video recording. The 2MP front camera is good enough for most needs but probably won't win any selfie awards.

The 5MP rear camera is surprisingly good, better than other 5MP tablet cameras we've seen

Hmm. Didn't know I had so many wrinkles on my forehead.

A new time lapse option lets you record time-lapse videos

As usual of ASUS devices, connectivity is very good with steady WiFi and 3G. The tablet does not get hot, despite it being so thin or capable of such performance, so you don't have to worry about it warping like some other very thin tablets. The tablet does not flex all that much and should be able to take a drop or two but we'd recommend getting a good cover or case for it. While it still looks a bit wierd using it as a phone, it is surprisingly easy to fall into doing, especially considering how many functions and features it offers.

Retailing at a mere RM649, the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG offers very good value for money. Even more so that third party sellers are now offering the original Malaysia set for below RM600. About a year ago, you would not be able to get a tablet with this sort of tech specs and performance at just RM600 and below and even now, there are very few tablets with the same level of tech specs and features. In terms of price the closest rivals would be the Huawei Tablet 8, HP Slate 6 and Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 none of which offer the same level of performance or features.

Overall, the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG tablet is an awesome tablet with 3G connectivity and phone capabilities that is affordably priced for everyone. If you're one of those people who use a tablet to make calls, then you should definitely consider the Fonepad 8 as it is slimmer, thinner, faster and more powerful than most tablet smartphones. Those looking for an all-in-one device won't be disappointed as the performance is good enough to do serious work like photo and video editting along with casual work like writing, browsing the Internet or playing movies. The dual front speakers are quite loud and clear while HD movie playback is great with the larger 8-inch display. Our only issue is with the 5MP camera, which seems to be less good than it actually is thanks to all the other awesome tech specs and features on the Fonepad 8. Despite that, the cameras are still very capable and should beat out most tablet cameras quite easily.

Check out our unboxing video of the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG

Check out our hands-on of the ASUS Fonepad 8 FE380CG

*TechNave.com would like to thank ASUS Malaysia for the ASUS FonePad 8 FE380CG review unit. It allowed us to do a more in-depth review and enjoy all the pleasant surprises it had to offer.


Hands-on images of the iPhone Xs leaked

Less than 6 hours before the official launch of the upcoming Apple devices at the Steve Jobs Theater, images of the iPhone Xs has been leaked showcasing a bright and vibrant screen as well as a notch at the top of the display.

Based on reports courtesy of weibo.com, the device appears to be the 5.8-inch variant iPhone Xs which looks similar to last year’s iPhone X while the 6.5-inch variant is expected to be a scaled up version of the device in the picture. Other than that there is no other information regarding the tech specs, price and availability of the device. Stay tuned to TechNave.com as we provide more updates from the launch event happening tonight 13 September 2018 at 1:00AM Malaysian time.


Hands-on picture of the ASUS ROG Phone 3 spotted with SD865 Plus, 6000mAh battery and 30W charging

It seems that a recent statement by a user on weibo seems to hint that the upcoming ASUS ROG Phone 3, will most likely come equipped with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 Plus and up to 16GB of RAM. While not much is known in regards to the release date for, we can expect the smartphone to most probably be unveiled at the same time or slightly right after Qualcomm officially unveils the Snapdragon 865 Plus chipset.

In terms of the tech specs, the device is expected to come equipped with a 6.59-inch FHD+ display which supports up to 144Hz refresh rate and 6000mAh internal battery with 30W fast charging. With all that said, do take every bit of information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that ASUS has yet to provide a statement on the leaks.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, full tech specs and the local pricing for now. What are your thoughts on the ASUS ROG Phone 3 so far? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.


Hands-on pictures of the Huawei Mate 40 Pro allegedly spotted in a subway

It seems that a hands-on picture of the Huawei Mate 40 Pro may have been spotted on a subway, showcasing what might be the final design of the smartphone. While not much is known in regards to the exact tech specs, the device is unfortunately housed in a casing, which means we can get a clearer look in terms of the exact design of the phone.

Based on what we can see, the alleged Mate 40 Pro comes equipped with a pill-shaped notch towards the top left housing a dual front-facing selfie camera setup. If you look closely to the side, you’ll see a red button which is presumably the power button, as well as what seems to be a volume button right above it.

It’s weird to see a physical volume rocker on the Mate 40 due to the fact that the Mate 30 Pro does not have one because it’s integrated into the display. However, do take some of the information with a grain of salt, due to the fact that Huawei has yet to provide an official statement on the leak.

Not only that, but there’s also no news on the Malaysia release date, local pricing, and exact tech specs for now. Would you be interested in getting the Huawei Mate 40 Pro as soon as it is available in the local market? Let us know on our Facebook page and for more updates like this, stay tuned to TechNave.com.